Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 686: Vehicle Laws - Eluding Police - Penalties (Zoey's Law)
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 686 is a bill introduced in the Maryland House on February 2, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Vehicle Laws - Eluding Police - Penalties (Zoey's Law). Primary sponsor: Nicole Williams (Democratic), Tiffany Alston (Democratic), Derrick Coley (Democratic), Terri Hill (Democratic), Martinez, Kent Roberson (Democratic), Denise Roberts (Democratic), Deni Taveras (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 5, 2026): Hearing 3/04 at 1:00 p.m.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nicole Williams | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| Tiffany Alston | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 24 |
| Derrick Coley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 24 |
| Terri Hill | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 12A |
| Martinez | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Kent Roberson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| Denise Roberts | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| Deni Taveras | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 47B |
“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 3/04 at 1:00 p.m.
- First Reading Judiciary