Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 1261: Consumer Protection - Artificial Intelligence Toys (Artificial Intelligence Toy Safety Act)

In committee Last action February 18, 2026: Hearing 3/03 at 1:00 p.m.

Plain-language summary

HB 1261 is a bill introduced in the Maryland House on February 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Consumer Protection - Artificial Intelligence Toys (Artificial Intelligence Toy Safety Act). Primary sponsor: Derrick Coley (Democratic), Marlon Amprey (Democratic), Bernice Mireku-North (Democratic), Cheryl Pasteur (Democratic), Denise Roberts (Democratic), Mike Rogers (Democratic), Malcolm Ruff (Democratic), Chris Tomlinson (Republican), Jheanelle Wilkins (Democratic), Greg Wims (Democratic), Caylin Young (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 18, 2026): Hearing 3/03 at 1:00 p.m.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Derrick Coley (Democratic); Marlon Amprey (Democratic); Bernice Mireku-North (Democratic); Cheryl Pasteur (Democratic); and 7 more.