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MD HB591

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/28/2026

Primary Sponsor

Barry Beauchamp

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits standing in roadways, shoulders, median dividers, or intersections in Wicomico County that have been designated as "inherently dangerous" by the county or a municipal corporation

  • Defines "inherently dangerous" as posing a serious risk of injury to pedestrians, vehicle occupants, or other persons that cannot be mitigated with ordinary care

  • Requires appropriate warning signs to be installed at designated locations before police can issue citations for violations

  • Signs must comply with the Manual and specifications for a Uniform System of Traffic Control Devices adopted by the State Highway Administration

  • Takes effect June 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Wicomico County - Highway Pedestrian Safety Act

Counties

Last Action

Hearing 2/26 at 1:00 p.m.

2/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Environment and Transportation1/28/2026

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