Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 1356: Labor and Employment - Civic and Related Activities - Protection (Maryland Employee Civic Activity and Lawful Expression Protection Act)

In committee Last action February 20, 2026: Hearing 3/05 at 1:00 p.m.

Plain-language summary

HB 1356 is a bill introduced in the Maryland House on February 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Labor and Employment - Civic and Related Activities - Protection (Maryland Employee Civic Activity and Lawful Expression Protection Act). Primary sponsor: Lesley Lopez (Democratic), Steve Johnson (Democratic), Kris Fair (Democratic), David Fraser-Hidalgo (Democratic), Aaron Kaufman (Democratic), Denise Roberts (Democratic), Jared Solomon (Democratic), Joe Vogel (Democratic), Greg Wims (Democratic), Sarah Wolek (Democratic), Teresa Woorman (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 20, 2026): Hearing 3/05 at 1:00 p.m.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Lesley Lopez (Democratic); Steve Johnson (Democratic); Kris Fair (Democratic); David Fraser-Hidalgo (Democratic); and 7 more.