Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 342: Maryland Beverage Container Recycling Refund and Litter Reduction Program
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 342 is a bill introduced in the Maryland Senate on January 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Maryland Beverage Container Recycling Refund and Litter Reduction Program. Primary sponsor: Ben Brooks (Democratic), Malcolm Augustine (Democratic), Guy Guzzone (Democratic), Shelly Hettleman (Democratic), Cheryl Kagan (Democratic), Sara Love (Democratic), Anthony Muse (Democratic), Will Smith (Democratic), Alonzo Washington (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 23, 2026): Hearing 2/10 at 1:00 p.m.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ben Brooks | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 10 |
| Malcolm Augustine | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 47 |
| Guy Guzzone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 13 |
| Shelly Hettleman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 11 |
| Cheryl Kagan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 17 |
| Sara Love | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
| Anthony Muse | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| Will Smith | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Alonzo Washington | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 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 2/10 at 1:00 p.m.
- First Reading Education, Energy, and the Environment