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MD SB107

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/14/2026

Primary Sponsor

Shaneka Henson

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a new misdemeanor offense for intentionally distributing personal identifying information or images of students enrolled in secondary schools (grades 6-12) or postsecondary institutions without permission and with intent to harm or reckless disregard for potential harm

  • Defines "personal identifying information" broadly to include name, address, phone number, Social Security number, biometric data, financial account numbers, and school address, among other identifiers

  • Penalties include up to 1 year imprisonment and/or a fine up to $5,000

  • Exempts journalists (including student journalists), faculty engaged in academic activities, disclosures required by law, and reports made to campus safety officials or Title IX coordinators

  • Effective date: October 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Criminal Law – Distribution of Students’ Personal Information – Prohibition

Disclosure

Last Action

Hearing 1/27 at 1:00 p.m.

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Judicial Proceedings1/14/2026

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