Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 1044: Criminal Procedure - Postconviction Release - Crimes Resulting in Death of Young Victim

In committee Last action February 10, 2026: Hearing 3/10 at 1:00 p.m.

Plain-language summary

HB 1044 is a bill introduced in the Maryland House on February 9, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Criminal Procedure - Postconviction Release - Crimes Resulting in Death of Young Victim. Primary sponsor: William Valentine (Republican), Lauren Arikan (Republican), Terry Baker (Republican), Christopher Bouchat (Republican), Mike Griffith (Republican), Kevin Hornberger (Republican), Tom Hutchinson (Republican), Bob Long (Republican), April Miller (Republican), Teresa Reilly (Republican), Chris Tomlinson (Republican), William Wivell (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 10, 2026): Hearing 3/10 at 1:00 p.m.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: William Valentine (Republican); Lauren Arikan (Republican); Terry Baker (Republican); Christopher Bouchat (Republican); and 8 more.