Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

SB 323: Juvenile Court - Jurisdiction, Detention, and Confinement (Youth Charging Reform Act)

Enacted Last action May 26, 2026: Approved by the Governor - Chapter 609

Plain-language summary

SB 323 is a bill introduced in the Maryland Senate on January 22, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Juvenile Court - Jurisdiction, Detention, and Confinement (Youth Charging Reform Act). Primary sponsor: Will Smith (Democratic), Ben Brooks (Democratic), Bill Ferguson (Democratic), Shelly Hettleman (Democratic), Sara Love (Democratic), Anthony Muse (Democratic), Charles Sydnor (Democratic), Ron Watson (Democratic), Chris West (Republican). Most recent recorded action (May 26, 2026): Approved by the Governor - Chapter 609.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Will Smith (Democratic); Ben Brooks (Democratic); Bill Ferguson (Democratic); Shelly Hettleman (Democratic); and 5 more.