Maryland · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 549: Civil Actions - Immunity - Disclosure of Allegations of Sexually Assaultive Behavior (Stop Silencing Survivors Act)
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 549 is a bill introduced in the Maryland Senate on January 24, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Civil Actions - Immunity - Disclosure of Allegations of Sexually Assaultive Behavior (Stop Silencing Survivors Act). Primary sponsor: Nancy King (Democratic), Katie Hester (Democratic), Cheryl Kagan (Democratic), Jackson, Dawn Gile (Democratic), Chris West (Republican), Sara Love (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 28, 2025): Hearing 2/06 at 1:00 p.m.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nancy King | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 39 |
| Katie Hester | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Cheryl Kagan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 17 |
| Jackson | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Dawn Gile | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 33 |
| Chris West | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 42 |
| Sara Love | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 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
- Hearing 2/06 at 1:00 p.m.
- First Reading Judicial Proceedings