Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 776: Juvenile Law - Child in Need of Supervision - Mandatory Petition (NyKayla Strawder Memorial Act)

Enacted Last action May 26, 2026: Approved by the Governor - Chapter 635

Plain-language summary

HB 776 is a bill introduced in the Maryland House on February 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Juvenile Law - Child in Need of Supervision - Mandatory Petition (NyKayla Strawder Memorial Act). Primary sponsor: Malcolm Ruff (Democratic), Gabriel Acevero (Democratic), Marlon Amprey (Democratic), Derrick Coley (Democratic), Terri Hill (Democratic), Bernice Mireku-North (Democratic), Scott Phillips (Democratic), Stephanie Smith (Democratic), Kym Taylor (Democratic), Karen Toles (Democratic), Melissa Wells (Democratic), Jennifer White Holland (Democratic), Jheanelle Wilkins (Democratic), Nicole Williams (Democratic), Caylin Young (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 26, 2026): Approved by the Governor - Chapter 635.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Malcolm Ruff (Democratic); Gabriel Acevero (Democratic); Marlon Amprey (Democratic); Derrick Coley (Democratic); and 11 more.