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MD HB223

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/14/2026

Primary Sponsor

Lesley Lopez

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expands the powers of Maryland's Center for Firearm Violence Prevention and Intervention to create resources, tools, and educational materials on firearm-related topics
  • Required educational topics include secure storage of firearms, extreme risk protective orders, and suicide prevention (including the 9-8-8 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline)
  • Authorizes the Center to address any other topics it determines appropriate and necessary to promote firearm safety in the state
  • Permits the Center to consult with state and local agencies and third-party organizations when developing these materials
  • Effective date: October 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Center for Firearm Violence Prevention and Intervention - Resources, Tools, and Educational Materials

Guns

Last Action

Withdrawn by Sponsor

2/23/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/14/2026

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