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MD HB868
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/4/2026
Primary Sponsor
Frank Conaway
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AI Summary
- Requires the Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners to develop age-appropriate curriculum resources on the consequences of a felony murder conviction for students in grades 6 through 8 in Baltimore City public schools
- Defines "consequences of a conviction for felony murder" as legal penalties that take away an individual's freedom, rights, and access to programs or services after conviction for first-degree murder under § 2–201(a)(4) of the Criminal Law Article
- Directs the Board to determine the appropriate subject area in which to incorporate the felony murder consequences instruction for middle school students
- Requires the Board to begin delivering instruction based on the developed curriculum resources starting in the 2027–2028 school year
- Mandates the Chief Academic Officer ensure each student receives instruction on the consequences of a felony murder conviction at least once during grades 6 through 8; the Act takes effect July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Baltimore City - Public Middle Schools - Instruction on the Consequences of a Conviction for Felony Murder
Education, Boards of
Last Action
Hearing 2/25 at 1:00 p.m. (Ways and Means)
2/11/2026
Committee Referrals
Ways and Means2/4/2026
Full Bill Text
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