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MD HB621

Bill

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

3/4/2026

Primary Sponsor

Dana Jones

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expands eligibility for local board of elections counsel from being a registered voter of that specific county to being a registered voter anywhere in Maryland
  • Counsel must still be admitted to practice law in the State of Maryland
  • Designated as an emergency bill, requiring three-fifths approval from both Houses of the General Assembly
  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment rather than following the standard delayed effective date
  • Amends Section 2-205(a) of the Maryland Election Law Article

Legislative Description

Local Boards of Elections - Board Counsel - Qualifications

Safety

Last Action

Referred Education, Energy, and the Environment

3/5/2026

Committee Referrals

Education, Energy, and the Environment3/5/2026
Government, Labor, and Elections1/30/2026

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