Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 1311: Higher Education – Student Financial Assistance for Incarcerated Individuals – Alterations

Passed one chamber Last action April 13, 2026: Favorable Report by Judicial Proceedings

Plain-language summary

HB 1311 is a bill introduced in the Maryland House on February 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Higher Education – Student Financial Assistance for Incarcerated Individuals – Alterations. Primary sponsor: Elizabeth Embry (Democratic), Derrick Coley (Democratic), Mary Lehman (Democratic), Cheryl Pasteur (Democratic), Karen Simpson (Democratic), Deni Taveras (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 13, 2026): Favorable Report by Judicial Proceedings.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Elizabeth Embry (Democratic); Derrick Coley (Democratic); Mary Lehman (Democratic); Cheryl Pasteur (Democratic); and 2 more.