Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

SB 531: Criminal Procedure - Victims of Sexually Assaultive Behavior - Request for Verbal Acknowledgement (Verbal Waiver Transparency Act)

Enacted Last action May 12, 2026: Approved by the Governor - Chapter 407

Plain-language summary

SB 531 is a bill introduced in the Maryland Senate on February 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Criminal Procedure - Victims of Sexually Assaultive Behavior - Request for Verbal Acknowledgement (Verbal Waiver Transparency Act). Primary sponsor: Shelly Hettleman (Democratic), Shaneka Henson (Democratic), Chris West (Republican), Sara Love (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 12, 2026): Approved by the Governor - Chapter 407.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Shelly Hettleman (Democratic); Shaneka Henson (Democratic); Chris West (Republican); Sara Love (Democratic).