Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 687: Criminal Procedure - Evidence - Protecting Artists' Creative Expression (PACE Act)

Passed one chamber Last action April 9, 2026: Rereferred to Judicial Proceedings

Plain-language summary

HB 687 is a bill introduced in the Maryland House on February 2, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Criminal Procedure - Evidence - Protecting Artists' Creative Expression (PACE Act). Primary sponsor: Marlon Amprey (Democratic), Adrian Boafo (Democratic), Gabriel Acevero (Democratic), Jackie Addison (Democratic), Christopher Bouchat (Republican), Frank Conaway (Democratic), Debra Davis (Democratic), Elizabeth Embry (Democratic), Kris Fair (Democratic), Robbyn Lewis (Democratic), Jeff Long (Democratic), Gabriel Moreno (Democratic), Kent Roberson (Democratic), Malcolm Ruff (Democratic), Gary Simmons (Democratic), Karen Simpson (Democratic), Sean Stinnett (Democratic), Deni Taveras (Democratic), Kym Taylor (Democratic), Chris Tomlinson (Republican), Jheanelle Wilkins (Democratic), Nicole Williams (Democratic), Jamila Woods (Democratic), Caylin Young (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 9, 2026): Rereferred to Judicial Proceedings.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Marlon Amprey (Democratic); Adrian Boafo (Democratic); Gabriel Acevero (Democratic); Jackie Addison (Democratic); and 20 more.