Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 1146: Crime of Violence - Medical Facilities and Places of Worship - Penalty (Sacred Places Safety Act)

In committee Last action February 16, 2026: Hearing 3/05 at 1:00 p.m.

Plain-language summary

HB 1146 is a bill introduced in the Maryland House on February 11, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Crime of Violence - Medical Facilities and Places of Worship - Penalty (Sacred Places Safety Act). Primary sponsor: Tiffany Alston (Democratic), Gabriel Acevero (Democratic), Barry Beauchamp (Republican), Derrick Coley (Democratic), Aaron Kaufman (Democratic), Jeff Long (Democratic), Martinez, Susan McComas (Republican), April Miller (Republican), Matt Morgan (Republican), LaToya Nkongolo (Republican), Scott Phillips (Democratic), Kent Roberson (Democratic), Denise Roberts (Democratic), Malcolm Ruff (Democratic), Stuart Schmidt (Republican), Gary Simmons (Democratic), Kym Taylor (Democratic), Chris Tomlinson (Republican), Jamila Woods (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 16, 2026): Hearing 3/05 at 1:00 p.m.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Tiffany Alston (Democratic); Gabriel Acevero (Democratic); Barry Beauchamp (Republican); Derrick Coley (Democratic); and 16 more.