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Introduced
01/14/2026
01/14/2026
In Committee
03/05/2026
03/05/2026
Crossed Over
03/04/2026
03/04/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Establishing that the registered owner of a Class G (trailer) vehicle is liable to the Maryland Transportation Authority for payment of a video toll assessed at the time of passage through a toll collection facility, subject to certain standards and procedures for the transfer of liability.
AI Summary
This bill clarifies that the registered owner of a Class G vehicle, which refers to a trailer or semitrailer, is responsible for paying video tolls incurred when passing through a toll collection facility, even if the trailer was being towed by another vehicle at the time. The Maryland Transportation Authority (Authority) will issue a notice of toll due to the registered owner, and failure to pay within the specified timeframe can result in a civil citation and penalty. The bill also outlines procedures for transferring liability in certain situations, such as when the vehicle is operated by someone other than the owner with their consent, or if the vehicle is stolen, and establishes that these video toll violations will not be considered convictions under Maryland law or affect motor vehicle insurance.
Committee Categories
Justice, Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (1)
Other Sponsors (1)
Environment and Transportation (House)
Last Action
Referred Judicial Proceedings (on 03/05/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0246?ys=2026RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/hb/hb0246t.pdf |
| Favorable with Amendments 863028/1 Adopted | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/amds/bil_0006/hb0246_86302801.pdf |
| Vote Image | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/votes_comm/hb0246_ent.pdf |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/hb/hb0246f.pdf |
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