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MD HB493

MD HB493
Washington County - Judgeships - District Court


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Introduced
01/27/2026
In Committee
04/13/2026
Crossed Over
03/23/2026
Passed
05/12/2026
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/12/2026

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

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 total number of associate judges in District 11 of the District Court from five to six, specifically by increasing the number of associate judges appointed from Washington County from two to three. The District Court is a state court system in Maryland that handles a variety of cases, and associate judges are judges who serve within this court system. This change aims to adjust judicial resources within District 11, which encompasses multiple counties, to better serve the population of Washington County.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (0)

No sponsors listed

Other Sponsors (1)

Judiciary (House)

Last Action

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 474 (on 05/12/2026)

Bill Topics

Government Operations
  • ‐ Judicial Branch Operations
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
  • ‐ Court Administration

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