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MD SB936

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/6/2026

Primary Sponsor

Chris West

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Renames "bus lane monitoring systems" to "bus obstruction monitoring systems" throughout Maryland law to reflect expanded enforcement capabilities

  • Prohibits stopping, standing, or parking in a bus stop zone when a transit vehicle is present, unless authorized by local jurisdiction or actively loading/unloading passengers with hazard lights activated

  • Authorizes agencies to issue civil citations up to $75 for violations captured by bus obstruction monitoring systems, with recorded images admissible as evidence without authentication

  • Requires 45-day warning period before issuing citations when a new monitoring system begins operation, and mandates conspicuous signage alerting drivers to system presence

  • Takes effect October 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Vehicle Laws - Bus Obstruction Monitoring Systems and Bus Stop Zones

Highways

Last Action

Hearing 3/04 at 1:00 p.m.

2/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Judicial Proceedings2/6/2026

Full Bill Text

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