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Introduced
01/27/2026
01/27/2026
In Committee
01/27/2026
01/27/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Increasing from three to four the number of resident judges of the Circuit Court for St. Mary's County; and increasing from five to six the number of associate judges in the District Court in District 11 by increasing from two to three the number of associate judges appointed from Washington County.
AI Summary
This bill increases the number of judges in Maryland's court system to accommodate growing caseloads. Specifically, it adds one resident judge to the Circuit Court in St. Mary's County, bringing the total from three to four, and it adds one associate judge to the District Court in District 11, increasing the total from five to six. This increase in District 11 will mean three associate judges are appointed from Washington County, up from the previous two. The bill also specifies an effective date of October 1, 2026, for these changes.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Judiciary (House)
Last Action
House Judiciary Hearing (13:00:00 2/18/2026 ) (on 02/18/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0493?ys=2026RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/hb/hb0493f.pdf |
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