Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 650: Civil Actions - Maryland Uniform Public Expression Protection 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 650 is a bill introduced in the Maryland House on January 30, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Civil Actions - Maryland Uniform Public Expression Protection Act. Primary sponsor: Sandy Rosenberg (Democratic), Jon Cardin (Democratic), Elizabeth Embry (Democratic), Scott Phillips (Democratic), Stuart Schmidt (Republican), Sean Stinnett (Democratic), Nicole Williams (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 2, 2026): Hearing 2/25 at 1:00 p.m.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandy Rosenberg | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 41 |
| Jon Cardin | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11B |
| Elizabeth Embry | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43A |
| Scott Phillips | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 10 |
| Stuart Schmidt | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 33B |
| Sean Stinnett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 41 |
| Nicole Williams | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
“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 2/25 at 1:00 p.m.
- First Reading Judiciary