Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 656: Public Health - Cosmetic Products - Enforcement and Penalties for Prohibited Ingredients (Crown and Care Act - Protecting Communities from Harmful Hair Chemicals)
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 656 is a bill introduced in the Maryland Senate on February 6, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Public Health - Cosmetic Products - Enforcement and Penalties for Prohibited Ingredients (Crown and Care Act - Protecting Communities from Harmful Hair Chemicals). Primary sponsor: Shaneka Henson (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 28, 2026): Approved by the Governor - Chapter 283.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shaneka Henson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 30 |
“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 283
- 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 Health
- Hearing 3/31 at 1:00 p.m.
- Referred Health
- Third Reading Passed
- Second Reading Passed with Amendments
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