Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 551: Criminal Law - Drug Paraphernalia and Controlled Paraphernalia Prohibitions - Repeal

In committee Last action January 29, 2026: Hearing 2/10 at 1:00 p.m.

Plain-language summary

HB 551 is a bill introduced in the Maryland House on January 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Criminal Law - Drug Paraphernalia and Controlled Paraphernalia Prohibitions - Repeal. Primary sponsor: Karen Simpson (Democratic), Gabriel Acevero (Democratic), Jackie Addison (Democratic), Marlon Amprey (Democratic), Regina Boyce (Democratic), Frank Conaway (Democratic), Charlotte Crutchfield (Democratic), Elizabeth Embry (Democratic), Linda Foley (Democratic), Robbyn Lewis (Democratic), Jeff Long (Democratic), Scott Phillips (Democratic), Kent Roberson (Democratic), Malcolm Ruff (Democratic), Stephanie Smith (Democratic), Sean Stinnett (Democratic), Melissa Wells (Democratic), Jheanelle Wilkins (Democratic), Nicole Williams (Democratic), Caylin Young (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 29, 2026): Hearing 2/10 at 1:00 p.m.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Karen Simpson (Democratic); Gabriel Acevero (Democratic); Jackie Addison (Democratic); Marlon Amprey (Democratic); and 16 more.