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MD HB1614

MD HB1614
Public Safety - Military Service Members - Civil Relief


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Introduced
02/09/2018
In Committee
04/09/2018
Crossed Over
03/19/2018
Passed
04/09/2018
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
04/24/2018

Introduced Session

2018 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Providing that certain rights granted to members of the Maryland National Guard under the Act are in addition to the rights granted by federal law; establishing that the intent of the Act is to supplement certain rights and protections provided by a certain federal statute; authorizing a certain service member to terminate a certain contract at a certain time under certain circumstances; providing for the method by which a certain service member may terminate a certain contract; etc.

AI Summary

This bill aims to provide additional rights and protections for military service members in Maryland. It establishes that the rights granted to members of the Maryland National Guard under state law are in addition to the rights granted by federal laws such as the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act and the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act. The bill also authorizes service members to terminate certain contracts, such as for telecommunication, internet, and gym services, if they receive military orders to relocate for at least 90 days. Additionally, it allows service members to reinstate these services on the same terms when they are no longer in active military service.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry, Justice

Sponsors (10)

Last Action

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 344 (on 04/24/2018)

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