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MD HB689
MD HB689Candidates for Representative in Congress - Certificate of Candidacy Filing Deadline for the 2026 Election - Alteration
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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Altering the deadline for a candidate for Representative in Congress to file a certificate of candidacy for the statewide election held in 2026 from the last Tuesday in February to 9 p.m. on March 20, 2026.
AI Summary
This bill alters the deadline for candidates running for Representative in Congress in Maryland to file their official paperwork, known as a certificate of candidacy, for the statewide election scheduled for 2026. Instead of the current deadline, which is the last Tuesday in February, candidates will now have until 9 p.m. on March 20, 2026, to submit their filings. The bill also declares itself an emergency measure, meaning it is considered immediately necessary for the public good and will take effect as soon as it is enacted, provided it receives a three-fifths vote in both houses of the General Assembly.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
House Government, Labor, and Elections Hearing (14:00:00 2/11/2026 ) (on 02/11/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0689?ys=2026RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/hb/hb0689f.pdf |
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