MD SB907

Expands the definition of "abuse" under Maryland's child abuse reporting laws to include female genital mutilation (FGM), requiring health practitioners, police officers, educators, and human service workers to report suspected cases

Prohibits knowingly performing, attempting, or conspiring to perform FGM on individuals under 18, and prohibits transporting minors out of state for the purpose of undergoing FGM

Increases criminal penalties from up to 5 years imprisonment and $5,000 fine to up to 10 years imprisonment and $10,000 fine; requires mandatory license revocation for health professionals convicted of violations

Creates a civil cause of action allowing FGM victims to sue for actual, compensatory, and punitive damages, with a statute of limitations extending to age 28 or 10 years after the violation

Requires the Maryland Department of Health to submit annual reports to the General Assembly beginning December 1, 2027, and to develop and distribute culturally appropriate educational materials on FGM to healthcare providers, law enforcement, schools, and the public