Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1626: Agriculture - Access to Food (Maryland Food Security, Access, and Equity Act)
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 1626 is a bill introduced in the Maryland House on February 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Agriculture - Access to Food (Maryland Food Security, Access, and Equity Act). Primary sponsor: Ric Metzgar (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 17, 2026): Hearing 3/18 at 1:00 p.m. (Environment and Transportation).
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ric Metzgar | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 6 |
“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 3/18 at 1:00 p.m. (Environment and Transportation)
- Rereferred to Environment and Transportation and Appropriations
- First Reading House Rules and Executive Nominations