Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 496: Election Law - Unaffiliated Voters - Open Primary Elections
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 496 is a bill introduced in the Maryland House on January 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Election Law - Unaffiliated Voters - Open Primary Elections. Primary sponsor: Lily Qi (Democratic), Stuart Schmidt (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 6, 2026): Hearing 2/11 at 2:00 p.m.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lily Qi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 15 |
| Stuart Schmidt | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 33B |
“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 2/11 at 2:00 p.m.
- Hearing canceled
- Hearing 2/11 at 1:00 p.m.
- First Reading Government, Labor, and Elections