Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1266: Criminal Procedure - Victims of Sexual Assault Offenses - Test Kit Submission Requirements
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 1266 is a bill introduced in the Maryland House on February 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Criminal Procedure - Victims of Sexual Assault Offenses - Test Kit Submission Requirements. Primary sponsor: William Valentine (Republican), Elizabeth Embry (Democratic), William Wivell (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 16, 2026): Withdrawn by Sponsor.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Valentine | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 2A |
| Elizabeth Embry | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43A |
| William Wivell | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 2A |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Withdrawn by Sponsor
- Hearing canceled
- Hearing 3/05 at 1:00 p.m.
- First Reading Judiciary