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Introduced
01/30/2026
01/30/2026
In Committee
01/30/2026
01/30/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requiring that a medical provider report or physician referral be the primary factor in the Motor Vehicle Administration's decision on whether to issue, refuse, or cancel a driver's license for driver's license holders or applicants who self-report a diagnosis of certain medical conditions, subject to a certain exception; authorizing the Administration in its discretion to require additional testing of a licensee or an applicant who provides notice of a diagnosis; etc.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that when a driver or applicant informs the Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) about a diagnosed medical condition, the primary basis for the MVA's decision to issue, deny, or revoke a driver's license will be a report from a medical provider or a physician's referral, unless law enforcement requests a reexamination. The MVA retains the discretion to require additional testing for individuals who report such a diagnosis, and it must establish a streamlined process for issuing learner's permits to those whose licenses were suspended or canceled due to a medical condition but have since improved and need to complete driver education or pass exams.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
House Environment and Transportation Hearing (13:00:00 2/19/2026 ) (on 02/19/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0646?ys=2026RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/hb/hb0646f.pdf |
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