Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 475: Criminal Procedure - Evidence - Protecting Artists' Creative Expression (PACE Act)
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 475 is a bill introduced in the Maryland Senate on February 2, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Criminal Procedure - Evidence - Protecting Artists' Creative Expression (PACE Act). Primary sponsor: Charles Sydnor (Democratic), Nick Charles (Democratic), Chris West (Republican), Johnny Mautz (Republican). Most recent recorded action (May 12, 2026): Approved by the Governor - Chapter 517.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charles Sydnor | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 44 |
| Nick Charles | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 25 |
| Chris West | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 42 |
| Johnny Mautz | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 37 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Approved by the Governor - Chapter 517
- Passed Enrolled
- Third Reading Passed
- Senate Concurs House Amendments
- Third Reading Passed
- Second Reading Passed with Amendments
- Favorable with Amendments {
- Favorable with Amendments Report by Judiciary
- Referred Judiciary
- Third Reading Passed
- Second Reading Passed
- Favorable Adopted
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