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MD HB265

MD HB265
State Board of Elections - Address Confidentiality Program - Designation of Contact Person


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Introduced
01/14/2026
In Committee
04/02/2026
Crossed Over
03/11/2026
Passed
04/14/2026
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
04/14/2026

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Requiring the State Board of Elections to designate a contact person for the Address Confidentiality Program; and providing the contact person acts as the contact for inquiries about the Program from local boards of elections and Program participants on matters related to the implementation of the Address Confidentiality Program.

AI Summary

This bill requires the State Board of Elections to designate a specific contact person for the Address Confidentiality Program, which is designed to protect individuals who are survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, harassment, or human trafficking by allowing them to use a substitute address for official purposes. This designated contact person will serve as the primary point of contact for local election boards and program participants when they have questions about how the program is implemented, ensuring smoother communication and administration of this important safety measure.

Committee Categories

Education, Government Affairs

Sponsors (0)

No sponsors listed

Other Sponsors (1)

Government, Labor, and Elections (House)

Last Action

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 108 (on 04/14/2026)

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