Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 137: Family Law - Child Custody Evaluators - Qualifications
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 137 is a bill introduced in the Maryland House on September 23, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Family Law - Child Custody Evaluators - Qualifications. Primary sponsor: Aaron Kaufman (Democratic), Lauren Arikan (Republican), Linda Foley (Democratic), Kym Taylor (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 16, 2026): Hearing 1/29 at 2:00 p.m.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aaron Kaufman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 18 |
| Lauren Arikan | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 7B |
| Linda Foley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 15 |
| Kym Taylor | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 23 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Hearing 1/29 at 2:00 p.m.
- First Reading Judiciary
- Pre-filed