MD SB29

Requires ballot question summaries on petition signature pages and ballots to be written in plain language that voters can easily understand, without passive voice, legal jargon, or double negatives

Mandates each ballot question include a brief title describing the topic/goal/outcome, a plain language summary of the policy change, and a statement explaining the practical outcome of each voting choice

Moves the deadline for preparing and certifying ballot questions from 95-105 days before the election to July 1 immediately preceding the general election

Requires the State Board of Elections to provide a 15-day public comment period on draft ballot question language before final certification

Requires the State Board and local boards to post complete text of ballot questions and links to applicable legislation at least 90 days before the general election; takes effect June 1, 2026