Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 496: Election Law - Unaffiliated Voters - Open Primary Elections

In committee Last action February 6, 2026: Hearing 2/11 at 2:00 p.m.

Plain-language summary

HB 496 is a bill introduced in the Maryland House on January 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Election Law - Unaffiliated Voters - Open Primary Elections. Primary sponsor: Lily Qi (Democratic), Stuart Schmidt (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 6, 2026): Hearing 2/11 at 2:00 p.m.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Lily Qi (Democratic); Stuart Schmidt (Republican).