Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 596: Estates - Maryland Uniform Simultaneous Death Act

Enacted Last action May 12, 2026: Approved by the Governor - Chapter 509

Plain-language summary

HB 596 is a bill introduced in the Maryland House on January 28, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Estates - Maryland Uniform Simultaneous Death Act. Primary sponsor: LaToya Nkongolo (Republican), Dylan Behler (Democratic), Brian Chisholm (Republican), Mike Griffith (Republican), Darrell Odom (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 12, 2026): Approved by the Governor - Chapter 509.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: LaToya Nkongolo (Republican); Dylan Behler (Democratic); Brian Chisholm (Republican); Mike Griffith (Republican); and 1 more.