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MD HB70

MD HB70
State Highway Administration - Traffic Calming Devices - Study


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Introduced
01/14/2026
In Committee
01/14/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Requiring the State Highway Administration to study and make recommendations on the implementation of a consistent statewide policy for the use of traffic calming devices on highways in the State; and requiring the Administration to report its findings and recommendations to the Governor and the General Assembly on or before December 1, 2026.

AI Summary

This bill requires the State Highway Administration to conduct a study and propose recommendations for a uniform statewide policy on the use of traffic calming devices, which are features like speed bumps or chicanes designed to slow down traffic on roads. The study will examine best practices, establish guidelines for when these devices should be used, suggest ways to help counties and towns implement them, and identify organizations that can assist in developing this policy. The State Highway Administration must report its findings and recommendations to the Governor and the General Assembly by December 1, 2026, and the bill will become effective on June 1, 2026.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Withdrawn by Sponsor (on 02/16/2026)

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