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MD HB776

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/4/2026

Primary Sponsor

Malcolm Ruff

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Intake officers must file a petition alleging a child under 13 is in need of supervision when the child is alleged to have committed an act resulting in a victim's death
  • Law enforcement officers must forward complaints to the Department of Juvenile Services when a child under 13 allegedly commits an act resulting in a victim's death
  • Amends the Courts and Judicial Proceedings Article (Section 3-8A-10) and Criminal Procedure Article (Section 2-108) of the Maryland Code
  • Named the "NyKayla Strawder Memorial Act"
  • Effective date: October 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Juvenile Law - Child in Need of Supervision - Mandatory Petition (NyKayla Strawder Memorial Act)

Death

Last Action

Favorable Report by Judiciary

3/16/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/4/2026

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