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Introduced
01/14/2026
01/14/2026
In Committee
01/14/2026
01/14/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Designating the megalodon (Otodus megalodon) as the State shark.
AI Summary
This bill designates the Megalodon (Otodus Megalodon) as the official State Shark of Maryland, adding this designation to the state's general provisions. The bill also renumbers an existing section of the Annotated Code of Maryland to accommodate this new law and sets an effective date of October 1, 2026, for these changes to take effect.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Senate Education, Energy, and the Environment Hearing (13:00:00 3/12/2026 ) (on 03/12/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0135?ys=2026RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/sb/sb0135f.pdf |
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