Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 711: Data Privacy - Consumer Data, Public Records, and Message Switching System (Data Privacy Act)
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 711 is a bill introduced in the Maryland House on February 2, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Data Privacy - Consumer Data, Public Records, and Message Switching System (Data Privacy Act). Primary sponsor: Lorig Charkoudian (Democratic), Jared Solomon (Democratic), Sarah Wolek (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 31, 2026): Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 874.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lorig Charkoudian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Jared Solomon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 18 |
| Sarah Wolek | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 874
- Returned Passed
- Third Reading Passed
- Second Reading Passed
- Favorable Adopted
- Favorable Report by Finance
- Referred Finance
- Third Reading Passed
- Second Reading Passed with Amendments
- Floor Amendment {
- Motion Special Order until 03/20 (Delegate Hornberger) Adopted
- Favorable with Amendments {
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