Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 216: Criminal Law - Benefits Exploitation

Enacted Last action May 26, 2026: Approved by the Governor - Chapter 662

Plain-language summary

HB 216 is a bill introduced in the Maryland House on September 23, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Criminal Law - Benefits Exploitation. Primary sponsor: Aaron Kaufman (Democratic), Kris Fair (Democratic), Jessica Feldmark (Democratic), Joseline Peña-Melnyk (Democratic), Chris Tomlinson (Republican), Jon Cardin (Democratic), Scott Phillips (Democratic), Sean Stinnett (Democratic), Gary Simmons (Democratic), Susan McComas (Republican), Gabriel Moreno (Democratic), Lauren Arikan (Republican), Kym Taylor (Democratic), Karen Simpson (Democratic), David Moon (Democratic), Frank Conaway (Democratic), Jamila Woods (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 26, 2026): Approved by the Governor - Chapter 662.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Aaron Kaufman (Democratic); Kris Fair (Democratic); Jessica Feldmark (Democratic); Joseline Peña-Melnyk (Democratic); and 13 more.