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MD HB874

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/4/2026

Primary Sponsor

Gary Simmons

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Increases the membership of the Anne Arundel County Board of License Commissioners from three to five members, with the two additional members' initial terms beginning May 2, 2027.

  • Requires the Governor to appoint Board members from a list of individuals recommended by the Anne Arundel County House and Senate delegations to the General Assembly, with the Governor able to request a new list at any time.

  • Raises the cap on Board members belonging to the same political party from two to three, and adds a new requirement that no more than two members may be residents of the same state legislative district.

  • Requires the Board to adopt and publish a written policy addressing conflicts of interest and the recusal of Board members from Board matters.

  • Takes effect July 1, 2026.

Legislative Description

Anne Arundel County - Board of License Commissioners - Alterations

Governor

Last Action

Hearing 2/23 at 1:00 p.m.

2/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Government, Labor, and Elections2/4/2026

Full Bill Text

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