Bill > HB787

This bill modifies Maryland's laws regarding the State Reporter's responsibilities for publishing court opinions. Specifically, the bill removes the requirement for the State Reporter to secure copyright for the published reports of cases from the Supreme Court of Maryland and the Appellate Court of Maryland. Under the current law, the State Reporter is responsible for preparing and publishing opinions designated by the courts, with each opinion to be published within six months of the decision. The bill maintains the core duties of the State Reporter, such as supervising proofreading and correction of reports, but eliminates the specific obligation to secure copyright for the State. The changes will take effect on October 1, 2025, and aim to streamline the publication process for court opinions by removing a bureaucratic step related to copyright protection.