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MD HB524

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/27/2026

Primary Sponsor

Bernice Mireku-North

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires the Governor to annually proclaim September as African Heritage Month in recognition of contributions African Americans have made to Maryland

  • Mandates that the proclamation urge educational and cultural organizations to observe the month with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities

  • Adds new Section 7-505 to the General Provisions Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland

  • Takes effect July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

General Provisions - Commemorative Months - African Heritage Month

Governor

Last Action

Hearing 3/17 at 1:00 p.m.

2/16/2026

Committee Referrals

Government, Labor, and Elections1/27/2026

Full Bill Text

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