Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 1417: Public Safety - Handgun Permit Requirement - Repeal (Maryland Constitutional Carry Act)

In committee Last action March 11, 2026: Hearing 3/11 at 2:00 p.m.

Plain-language summary

HB 1417 is a bill introduced in the Maryland House on February 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Public Safety - Handgun Permit Requirement - Repeal (Maryland Constitutional Carry Act). Primary sponsor: William Wivell (Republican), Lauren Arikan (Republican), Terry Baker (Republican), Brian Chisholm (Republican), Robin Grammer (Republican), Matt Morgan (Republican), Ryan Nawrocki (Republican), Teresa Reilly (Republican), Kathy Szeliga (Republican), William Valentine (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 11, 2026): Hearing 3/11 at 2:00 p.m.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: William Wivell (Republican); Lauren Arikan (Republican); Terry Baker (Republican); Brian Chisholm (Republican); and 6 more.