Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 43: Procurement - Advertising - Local News Organizations (Local Newspapers for Maryland Communities Act of 2026)
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 43 is a bill introduced in the Maryland House on July 23, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Procurement - Advertising - Local News Organizations (Local Newspapers for Maryland Communities Act of 2026). Primary sponsor: Linda Foley (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 28, 2026): Hearing 2/10 at 1:00 p.m.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linda Foley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 15 |
“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 2/10 at 1:00 p.m.
- First Reading Government, Labor, and Elections
- Pre-filed