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Senator Stephen S. Hershey, Jr.

Hershey, Stephen S., Jr.
District
36
County
Kent, Queen Anne's, Cecil, and Caroline
Committee Assignment(s)
Annapolis Info
420 James Senate Office Building
11 Bladen Street
Annapolis, MD 21401
Phone 410-841-3639 | 301-858-3639
Toll-free in MD
Fax 410-841-3762 | 301-858-3762
Interim Info
420 James Senate Office Building
11 Bladen Street
Annapolis, MD 21401
Phone 410-841-3639 | 301-858-3639
Fax 410-841-3762 | 301-858-3762
Contact
steve.hershey@senate.state.md.us
Party
Republican
District 36
Legislation Sponsorship Type Sort Chamber Sort
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0212 /CH0302 (HB0173/CH0303)
Title
Baltimore Metropolitan Council - Queen Anne's County - Membership
Sponsorship Type
Primary
1 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0389 /CH0126 (HB0302/CH0125)
Title
Kent County - Property Tax Credit - Commerce Zones
Sponsorship Type
Primary
1 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0390 (HB1281)
Title
Oyster Poaching - Administrative Penalties - Gear Violations
Sponsorship Type
Primary
1 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0391 (HB0278)
Title
General Assembly Standing Committees - Posting of Written Testimony on Web Site
Sponsorship Type
Primary
1 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0392 /CH0484
Title
Credit Regulation - Closed End Credit Loans - Elimination of Duplicative Disclosures
Sponsorship Type
Primary
1 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0551 (HB1597)
Title
Creation of a State Debt - Kent County - Echo Hill Outdoor School
Sponsorship Type
Primary
1 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0552 (HB0965)
Title
Maryland Personal Information Protection Act - Security Breach Notification Requirements - Modifications
Sponsorship Type
Primary
1 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0553 (HB0869/CH0580)
Title
Recovery Residence Residential Rights Protection Act
Sponsorship Type
Primary
1 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0554 (HB1339)
Title
Natural Resources - Gill Nets - Mesh Size
Sponsorship Type
Primary
1 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0555 (HB0478)
Title
Creation of a State Debt - Kent County - Camp Fairlee
Sponsorship Type
Primary
1 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0568 (HB0450)
Title
State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program - Prescription Drugs and Devices - Copayment or Coinsurance Requirements
Sponsorship Type
Primary
1 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0628 (HB0305/CH0304)
Title
Kent County - Turkey Hunting on Private Property - Sundays
Sponsorship Type
Primary
1 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0629 (HB0312/CH0458)
Title
Kent County - Deer Hunting - Sundays
Sponsorship Type
Primary
1 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0630 (HB1254)
Title
Creation of a State Debt - Queen Anne's County - Compass Regional Hospice
Sponsorship Type
Primary
1 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0818 /CH0517
Title
Maryland Occupational Safety and Health Act - Voluntary Protection Program
Sponsorship Type
Primary
1 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0819 /CH0090 (HB0729/CH0091)
Title
Queen Anne's County - Alcoholic Beverages Inspectors - Qualifications, Powers, and Duties
Sponsorship Type
Primary
1 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0820 /CH0088 (HB0047/CH0089)
Title
Queen Anne's County - Alcoholic Beverages - Class D Beer, Wine, and Liquor and Class 9 Limited Distillery Licenses
Sponsorship Type
Primary
1 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB1089 (HB0866)
Title
Primary and Secondary Education - Health and Safety Guidelines and Procedures - Digital Devices
Sponsorship Type
Primary
1 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB1090
Title
Maryland Transportation Authority - John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway - Toll Plazas
Sponsorship Type
Primary
1 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0003 (HB0544)
Title
Income Tax - Subtraction Modification - Military Retirement Income
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0050 /CH0477
Title
Cemeteries - Authority to Maintain and Repair Memorials and Monuments
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0061 /CH0677 (HB0675/CH0676)
Title
Health Insurance - Coverage for Digital Tomosynthesis
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0072 /CH0263 (HB1315/CH0264)
Title
Workers' Compensation - Tiered Rating Plans and Merit Rating Plans
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0082 /CH0214 (HB0180)
Title
Department of Health and Mental Hygiene - Renaming
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0096
Title
Health Insurance - Coverage for Fertility Awareness-Based Methods
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0133
Title
Income Tax - Flat Tax
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0134
Title
Income Tax - Rates
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0169 /CH0721
Title
Health - Cost of Emergency Room Visits to Treat Dental Conditions and Coverage of Dental Services Under Medicaid - Study
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0178 /CH0500 (HB0606)
Title
Horse Racing - Racetrack Facility Renewal Account - Eligibility and Capital Expenditures
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0194 /CH0568 (HB1484/CH0567)
Title
Workers' Compensation - Medical Benefits - Payment of Medical Services and Treatment
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0206 /CH0265 (HB0718/CH0266)
Title
Financial Institutions - Qualifications of Directors of Commercial Banks - Residency
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0216 /CH0067 (HB0769/CH0068)
Title
Maryland Caregivers Support Coordinating Council - Renaming and Altering Membership and Duties
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0218 /CH0536 (HB0511/CH0535)
Title
Public Utilities - Water Companies and Sewage Disposal Companies - Rate Cases and Proceedings
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0227
Title
Gaming - Video Lottery Operation Licensees - Confiscation of Fake Identification
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0228 /CH0452
Title
Video Lottery Terminals - Disposition of Unclaimed Winnings
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0240
Title
Department of Health and Mental Hygiene - Abuser Registry Workgroup Recommendations - Report
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0245
Title
Public Safety - Permit to Carry, Wear, or Transport a Handgun - Qualifications
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0260
Title
Tax Overpayment - Interest on Refunds
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0262 /CH0215 (HB0771/CH0216)
Title
Public Health - Mobile Food Service Facilities - Licensing and Inspection by County Health Departments
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0269 /CH0411 (HB0216/CH0412)
Title
Emergency Veterinary Care - Immunity From Liability
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0279 /CH0124 (HB0291/CH0123)
Title
Homeowner's Insurance - Notices
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0289 /CH0514
Title
Maryland Insurance Administration - Rate Making for Automobile and Homeowner's Insurance
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0290 /CH0725
Title
Motor Vehicle Liability Insurance Policies - Placement and Reinstatement
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0335 (HB0652)
Title
Career Apprenticeship Opportunity Act of 2017
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0340 /CH0559 (HB1225/CH0558)
Title
University of Maryland School of Public Health, Center for Health Equity - Workgroup on Health in All Policies
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0356
Title
Workgroup to Study the Optional Retirement Program
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0369 /CH0226 (HB0403/CH0225)
Title
Maryland Patient Referral Law - Compensation Arrangements Under Federally Approved Programs and Models
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0379 (HB0932)
Title
Hospitals - Changes in Status - Hospital Employee Retraining and Placement
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0380 /CH0224 (HB0774/CH0223)
Title
Insurance - Short-Term Medical Insurance - Study
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0427 /CH0034 (HB0522/CH0035)
Title
Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems - Automated External Defibrillators - Study (The Joe Sheya Act)
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0428 (HB0316)
Title
State Board of Pharmacy - Dispensing of Drugs Containing Controlled Dangerous Substances - Requirements
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0433 /CH0578 (HB1093)
Title
Substance Use Treatment - Inpatient and Intensive Outpatient Programs - Consent by Minor
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0441 /CH0416
Title
Veterans Affairs - Maryland Veterans Service Animal Program - Establishment
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0459 /CH0807 (HB1494)
Title
Bail Bond - Installment Contract - Form and Confessed Judgment Prohibition
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0465 /CH0629 (HB1517)
Title
Maryland Nonprofit Development Center Program and Fund - Bridge Loans
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0466
Title
Public Safety - 9-1-1 Emergency Telephone System - 9-1-1 Director's Council (Carl Henn's Law)
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0476 (HB0580)
Title
Behavioral Health Community Providers - Keep the Door Open Act
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0486 (HB1072)
Title
State Employees and Teachers - Cash Balance Plan
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0490
Title
Labor and Employment - Labor Organizations - Right to Work Act
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0521 /CH0330
Title
Community Colleges - Small Community Colleges - Funding
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0531 /CH0638 (HB0269/CH0637)
Title
Housing Navigator and Aftercare Program
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0535
Title
Highway Dedication - Senator Norman R. Stone, Jr. Highway
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0536 (HB0290/CH0719)
Title
Maryland Transportation Authority - Third Generation-Electronic Toll Collection System
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0572 (HB0584/CH0771)
Title
Investigational Drugs, Biological Products, and Devices - Right to Try Act
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0586 (HB1322)
Title
Local Infrastructure Fast Track for Maryland Act
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0600 /CH0222 (HB0775/CH0221)
Title
Public Health - Maternal Mental Health
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0622 /CH0236 (HB0530/CH0237)
Title
Sales and Use Tax - Tax-Free Period for Back-to-School Shopping - Sale of Backpacks and Bookbags
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0671 /CH0202 (HB0752/CH0203)
Title
Department of Human Resources - Public Assistance Eligibility - Financial Records
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0681 /CH0086
Title
Consumer Protection - Recovering of Bedding - Limitation
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0696 /CH0212 (HB0953/CH0213)
Title
Task Force on Long-Term Care Education and Planning
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0716
Title
Admissions and Amusement Tax - Exemption - Agricultural Tourism and Promotion of Agricultural Products
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0717 /CH0621 (HB1169/CH0620)
Title
Connecting Rural Maryland Act of 2017
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0772
Title
Department of Health and Mental Hygiene - Employees - Job Titles, Position Descriptions, and Compensation Levels
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0796
Title
Economic Development - County Economic Development Tax Incentives Program and One Maryland Tax Credit
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0814 (HB1159)
Title
Pharmacists - Dispensing of Prescription Drugs - Single Dispensing of Dosage Units
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0830
Title
Correctional Facilities - Individual Subject to Immigration Detainer - Homeland Security Notification
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0858 /CH0842 (HB1415/CH0841)
Title
Commercial Law - Maryland Antitrust Act - Indirect Purchasers
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0862
Title
Environment - Hydraulic Fracturing - Moratorium and Referenda
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0892 (HB1114)
Title
Commercial Law - Consumer Protection - Nontransferable Ticketing Systems
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0898 /CH0767 (HB1147/CH0766)
Title
Health Insurance - Prescription Drugs - Dispensing Synchronization
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0917 /CH0353 (HB0768)
Title
Motor Vehicles - Seasonal Exceptional Poultry Hauling Permit
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0919 /CH0679 (HB0740/CH0678)
Title
President Jimmy Carter Cancer Treatment Access Act
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0925 (HB0997/CH0754)
Title
Vehicle Laws - Bicycles, Play Vehicles, and Unicycles - Operation on Sidewalks and in Crosswalks
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0931 (HB1592)
Title
Public Service Commission - Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity - Consistency With Comprehensive Plan
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0959 (HB0623)
Title
Higher Education - Senatorial and Delegate Scholarships - Reimbursement of Certificate and License Programs
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0966 (HB1002/CH0777)
Title
Electric Universal Service Program - Unexpended Funds
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0967 /CH0572 (HB1329/CH0571)
Title
Heroin and Opioid Prevention Effort (HOPE) and Treatment Act of 2017
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0968 (HB1127/CH0579)
Title
Health Insurance - Coverage Requirements for Behavioral Health Disorders - Modifications
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB1009 /CH0738 (HB1469/CH0737)
Title
Public Assistance - Family Investment Program - Child Support Pass Through
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB1019 (HB1586)
Title
Department of Commerce - Employment in the State's Defense Industry - Army Alliance Study
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB1042 /CH0577 (HB1383/CH0576)
Title
Behavioral Health Administration - Outpatient Civil Commitment Pilot Program
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB1109 (HB1599)
Title
Nursing Homes - Partial Payment for Services Provided
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB1141 (HB1629)
Title
Natural Resources - Hunting Licenses - Fox Hunting and Chasing
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB1148 (HB1619/CH0575)
Title
Maryland Stadium Authority - Maryland Sports and Affiliated Foundations - Establishment
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB1158 /CH0372
Title
Department of Natural Resources - Solar Generation Facilities - Pollinator-Friendly Designation
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB1164
Title
Maryland Transportation Authority - Membership
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB1169 /CH0733 (HB1642)
Title
Unemployment Insurance - Charge of Benefits - Waiver Due to Natural Disaster
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB1174 (HB1632/CH0011)
Title
Public Health - Certificates of Birth - Births Outside an Institution
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB1194
Title
Public Health - Substance Abuse Treatment Outcome Partnership Fund
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0307 /CH0030 (HB0402)
Title
Maryland Open Transportation Investment Decision Act - Application and Evaluation
Sponsorship Type
By Request - Administration
3 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0308 /CH0151 (HB0632/CH0152)
Title
Child Abuse - Sex Trafficking (Protecting Victims of Sex Trafficking Act of 2017)
Sponsorship Type
By Request - Administration
3 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0309 /CH0438 (HB0433)
Title
State Finance and Procurement - Small and Minority Business Participation
Sponsorship Type
By Request - Administration
3 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0310 /CH0587 (HB0390/CH0586)
Title
Improving the State Procurement Oversight Structure
Sponsorship Type
By Request - Administration
3 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0311 /CH0588 (HB0426/CH0589)
Title
Promoting Efficiencies in State Procurement
Sponsorship Type
By Request - Administration
3 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0313 /CH0365 (HB0410/CH0364)
Title
Economic Development - Maryland Energy Innovation Institute
Sponsorship Type
By Request - Administration
3 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0314 /CH0367 (HB0417/CH0366)
Title
Clean Water Commerce Act of 2017
Sponsorship Type
By Request - Administration
3 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0316 (HB0369)
Title
Courts - Evidence of Sexually Assaultive Behavior - Admissibility (The Repeat Sexual Predator Prevention Act of 2017)
Sponsorship Type
By Request - Administration
3 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0317 /CH0149 (HB0394)
Title
More Jobs for Marylanders Act of 2017
Sponsorship Type
By Request - Administration
3 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0319 /CH0591 (HB0413)
Title
Pathways in Technology Early College High (P-TECH) School Act of 2017
Sponsorship Type
By Request - Administration
3 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0320 (HB0399)
Title
Student Debt Relief Act of 2017
Sponsorship Type
By Request - Administration
3 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0321 (HB0375)
Title
Income Tax - Subtraction Modification - Military Retirement Income
Sponsorship Type
By Request - Administration
3 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0322 (HB0388)
Title
Income Tax Subtraction Modification - Law Enforcement, Fire, Rescue, and Emergency Services Personnel (Hometown Heroes Act)
Sponsorship Type
By Request - Administration
3 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0539 /CH0569 (HB0687)
Title
Criminal Law - Distribution of Controlled Dangerous Substances - Fentanyl
Sponsorship Type
By Request - Administration
3 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0540 (HB0748)
Title
Study of Retirement Plan Alternatives
Sponsorship Type
By Request - Administration
3 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0704 (HB0878)
Title
Public Charter School Act of 2017
Sponsorship Type
By Request - Administration
3 2
Bill/Chapter
(Cross/Chapter)		 Title Sponsorship Type Sponsorship Type Sort Chamber Sort Current Status Org Committees & Hearings Opp Committees & Hearings
SB0212 /CH0302 (HB0173/CH0303) Baltimore Metropolitan Council - Queen Anne's County - Membership Primary 1 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 302
Finance
1/31/2017 - 1:00 PM
Environment and Transportation
3/21/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0389 /CH0126 (HB0302/CH0125) Kent County - Property Tax Credit - Commerce Zones Primary 1 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 126
Budget and Taxation
2/22/2017 - 1:00 PM
Ways and Means
3/23/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0390 (HB1281) Oyster Poaching - Administrative Penalties - Gear Violations Primary 1 2 In the Senate - Unfavorable Report by Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
2/07/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0391 (HB0278) General Assembly Standing Committees - Posting of Written Testimony on Web Site Primary 1 2 In the Senate - Unfavorable Report by Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
2/09/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0392 /CH0484 Credit Regulation - Closed End Credit Loans - Elimination of Duplicative Disclosures Primary 1 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 484
Finance
2/09/2017 - 1:00 PM
Economic Matters
3/22/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0551 (HB1597) Creation of a State Debt - Kent County - Echo Hill Outdoor School Primary 1 2 In the Senate - Hearing 3/11 at 11:00 a.m.
Budget and Taxation
3/11/2017 - 11:00 AM
SB0552 (HB0965) Maryland Personal Information Protection Act - Security Breach Notification Requirements - Modifications Primary 1 2 In the Senate - Hearing 2/23 at 1:00 p.m.
Finance
2/23/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0553 (HB0869/CH0580) Recovery Residence Residential Rights Protection Act Primary 1 2 In the House - First Reading House Rules and Executive Nominations
Finance
2/23/2017 - 1:00 PM
Rules and Executive Nominations
SB0554 (HB1339) Natural Resources - Gill Nets - Mesh Size Primary 1 2 In the Senate - Unfavorable Report by Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
2/21/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0555 (HB0478) Creation of a State Debt - Kent County - Camp Fairlee Primary 1 2 In the Senate - Hearing 3/11 at 11:00 a.m.
Budget and Taxation
3/11/2017 - 11:00 AM
SB0568 (HB0450) State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program - Prescription Drugs and Devices - Copayment or Coinsurance Requirements Primary 1 2 In the Senate - Withdrawn by Sponsor
Finance
SB0628 (HB0305/CH0304) Kent County - Turkey Hunting on Private Property - Sundays Primary 1 2 In the House - First Reading House Rules and Executive Nominations
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
2/21/2017 - 1:00 PM
Rules and Executive Nominations
SB0629 (HB0312/CH0458) Kent County - Deer Hunting - Sundays Primary 1 2 In the House - First Reading House Rules and Executive Nominations
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
2/21/2017 - 1:00 PM
Rules and Executive Nominations
SB0630 (HB1254) Creation of a State Debt - Queen Anne's County - Compass Regional Hospice Primary 1 2 In the Senate - Hearing 3/11 at 11:00 a.m.
Budget and Taxation
3/11/2017 - 11:00 AM
SB0818 /CH0517 Maryland Occupational Safety and Health Act - Voluntary Protection Program Primary 1 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 517
Finance
3/16/2017 - 1:00 PM
Economic Matters
3/28/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0819 /CH0090 (HB0729/CH0091) Queen Anne's County - Alcoholic Beverages Inspectors - Qualifications, Powers, and Duties Primary 1 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 90
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
2/28/2017 - 1:00 PM
Economic Matters
SB0820 /CH0088 (HB0047/CH0089) Queen Anne's County - Alcoholic Beverages - Class D Beer, Wine, and Liquor and Class 9 Limited Distillery Licenses Primary 1 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 88
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
2/24/2017 - 1:00 PM
Economic Matters
SB1089 (HB0866) Primary and Secondary Education - Health and Safety Guidelines and Procedures - Digital Devices Primary 1 2 In the Senate - Unfavorable Report by Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
3/15/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB1090 Maryland Transportation Authority - John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway - Toll Plazas Primary 1 2 In the Senate - Hearing 3/22 at 1:00 p.m.
Finance
3/22/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0003 (HB0544) Income Tax - Subtraction Modification - Military Retirement Income Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Hearing 1/18 at 2:00 p.m.
Budget and Taxation
1/18/2017 - 2:00 PM
SB0050 /CH0477 Cemeteries - Authority to Maintain and Repair Memorials and Monuments Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 477
Finance
1/18/2017 - 1:00 PM
Health and Government Operations
3/22/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0061 /CH0677 (HB0675/CH0676) Health Insurance - Coverage for Digital Tomosynthesis Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 677
Finance
1/25/2017 - 1:00 PM
Health and Government Operations
3/23/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0072 /CH0263 (HB1315/CH0264) Workers' Compensation - Tiered Rating Plans and Merit Rating Plans Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 263
Finance
2/21/2017 - 1:30 PM
Economic Matters
SB0082 /CH0214 (HB0180) Department of Health and Mental Hygiene - Renaming Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 214
Finance
1/17/2017 - 11:00 AM
Health and Government Operations
3/22/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0096 Health Insurance - Coverage for Fertility Awareness-Based Methods Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the House - Hearing 3/23 at 1:00 p.m.
Finance
2/08/2017 - 1:00 PM
Health and Government Operations
3/23/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0133 Income Tax - Flat Tax Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Hearing 2/01 at 2:00 p.m.
Budget and Taxation
2/01/2017 - 2:00 PM
SB0134 Income Tax - Rates Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Withdrawn by Sponsor
Budget and Taxation
SB0169 /CH0721 Health - Cost of Emergency Room Visits to Treat Dental Conditions and Coverage of Dental Services Under Medicaid - Study Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 721
Finance
2/01/2017 - 2:00 PM
Health and Government Operations
3/23/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0178 /CH0500 (HB0606) Horse Racing - Racetrack Facility Renewal Account - Eligibility and Capital Expenditures Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 500
Finance
2/02/2017 - 1:00 PM
Ways and Means
3/29/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0194 /CH0568 (HB1484/CH0567) Workers' Compensation - Medical Benefits - Payment of Medical Services and Treatment Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 568
Finance
2/21/2017 - 1:30 PM
Economic Matters
SB0206 /CH0265 (HB0718/CH0266) Financial Institutions - Qualifications of Directors of Commercial Banks - Residency Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 265
Finance
1/31/2017 - 1:00 PM
Economic Matters
SB0216 /CH0067 (HB0769/CH0068) Maryland Caregivers Support Coordinating Council - Renaming and Altering Membership and Duties Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 67
Finance
2/02/2017 - 1:00 PM
Health and Government Operations
3/21/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0218 /CH0536 (HB0511/CH0535) Public Utilities - Water Companies and Sewage Disposal Companies - Rate Cases and Proceedings Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 536
Finance
1/31/2017 - 1:00 PM
Economic Matters
SB0227 Gaming - Video Lottery Operation Licensees - Confiscation of Fake Identification Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Unfavorable Report by Budget and Taxation
Budget and Taxation
2/08/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0228 /CH0452 Video Lottery Terminals - Disposition of Unclaimed Winnings Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 452
Budget and Taxation
2/08/2017 - 1:00 PM
Ways and Means
3/22/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0240 Department of Health and Mental Hygiene - Abuser Registry Workgroup Recommendations - Report Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the House - Hearing 3/23 at 1:00 p.m.
Finance
2/01/2017 - 2:00 PM
Health and Government Operations
3/23/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0245 Public Safety - Permit to Carry, Wear, or Transport a Handgun - Qualifications Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Hearing 3/08 at 1:00 p.m.
Judicial Proceedings
3/08/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0260 Tax Overpayment - Interest on Refunds Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the House - Hearing 4/05 at 1:00 p.m.
Budget and Taxation
2/15/2017 - 1:00 PM
Ways and Means
4/05/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0262 /CH0215 (HB0771/CH0216) Public Health - Mobile Food Service Facilities - Licensing and Inspection by County Health Departments Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 215
Finance
2/16/2017 - 1:00 PM
Health and Government Operations
3/21/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0269 /CH0411 (HB0216/CH0412) Emergency Veterinary Care - Immunity From Liability Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 411
Judicial Proceedings
2/09/2017 - 1:00 PM
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
Environment and Transportation
3/29/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0279 /CH0124 (HB0291/CH0123) Homeowner's Insurance - Notices Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 124
Finance
2/07/2017 - 1:00 PM
Economic Matters
SB0289 /CH0514 Maryland Insurance Administration - Rate Making for Automobile and Homeowner's Insurance Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 514
Finance
2/07/2017 - 1:00 PM
Economic Matters
3/23/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0290 /CH0725 Motor Vehicle Liability Insurance Policies - Placement and Reinstatement Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 725
Finance
2/28/2017 - 1:00 PM
Economic Matters
3/29/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0335 (HB0652) Career Apprenticeship Opportunity Act of 2017 Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the House - Rereferred to Economic Matters
Finance
2/16/2017 - 1:00 PM
Budget and Taxation
Economic Matters
SB0340 /CH0559 (HB1225/CH0558) University of Maryland School of Public Health, Center for Health Equity - Workgroup on Health in All Policies Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 559
Finance
2/08/2017 - 1:00 PM
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
Health and Government Operations
3/21/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0356 Workgroup to Study the Optional Retirement Program Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the House - Unfavorable Report by Appropriations
Budget and Taxation
2/02/2017 - 9:00 AM
Appropriations
3/21/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0369 /CH0226 (HB0403/CH0225) Maryland Patient Referral Law - Compensation Arrangements Under Federally Approved Programs and Models Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 226
Finance
2/16/2017 - 1:00 PM
Health and Government Operations
3/23/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0379 (HB0932) Hospitals - Changes in Status - Hospital Employee Retraining and Placement Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Third Reading Passed (40-7)
Finance
2/09/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0380 /CH0224 (HB0774/CH0223) Insurance - Short-Term Medical Insurance - Study Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 224
Finance
2/08/2017 - 1:00 PM
Health and Government Operations
3/23/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0427 /CH0034 (HB0522/CH0035) Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems - Automated External Defibrillators - Study (The Joe Sheya Act) Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 34
Finance
2/16/2017 - 1:00 PM
Health and Government Operations
3/28/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0428 (HB0316) State Board of Pharmacy - Dispensing of Drugs Containing Controlled Dangerous Substances - Requirements Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Withdrawn by Sponsor
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
2/08/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0433 /CH0578 (HB1093) Substance Use Treatment - Inpatient and Intensive Outpatient Programs - Consent by Minor Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 578
Finance
2/15/2017 - 1:00 PM
Health and Government Operations
3/28/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0441 /CH0416 Veterans Affairs - Maryland Veterans Service Animal Program - Establishment Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 416
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
2/16/2017 - 1:00 PM
Health and Government Operations
3/23/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0459 /CH0807 (HB1494) Bail Bond - Installment Contract - Form and Confessed Judgment Prohibition Co-Sponsor 2 2 Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 807
Finance
2/14/2017 - 1:00 PM
Judiciary
4/05/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0465 /CH0629 (HB1517) Maryland Nonprofit Development Center Program and Fund - Bridge Loans Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 629
Finance
2/14/2017 - 1:00 PM
Economic Matters
SB0466 Public Safety - 9-1-1 Emergency Telephone System - 9-1-1 Director's Council (Carl Henn's Law) Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the House - Hearing 4/08 at 1:00 p.m.
Finance
2/14/2017 - 1:00 PM
Health and Government Operations
4/08/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0476 (HB0580) Behavioral Health Community Providers - Keep the Door Open Act Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the House - Hearing 3/28 at 1:00 p.m.
Finance
2/23/2017 - 1:00 PM
Budget and Taxation
Health and Government Operations
3/28/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0486 (HB1072) State Employees and Teachers - Cash Balance Plan Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Hearing 2/16 at 9:00 a.m.
Budget and Taxation
2/16/2017 - 9:00 AM
SB0490 Labor and Employment - Labor Organizations - Right to Work Act Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Hearing 2/22 at 1:00 p.m.
Finance
2/22/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0521 /CH0330 Community Colleges - Small Community Colleges - Funding Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 330
Budget and Taxation
2/14/2017 - 1:00 PM
Appropriations
4/05/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0531 /CH0638 (HB0269/CH0637) Housing Navigator and Aftercare Program Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 638
Finance
2/22/2017 - 1:00 PM
Environment and Transportation
3/28/2017 - 1:00 PM
Appropriations
SB0535 Highway Dedication - Senator Norman R. Stone, Jr. Highway Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the House - Hearing 3/30 at 1:00 p.m.
Finance
2/23/2017 - 1:00 PM
Environment and Transportation
3/30/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0536 (HB0290/CH0719) Maryland Transportation Authority - Third Generation-Electronic Toll Collection System Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the House - First Reading House Rules and Executive Nominations
Finance
2/23/2017 - 1:00 PM
Rules and Executive Nominations
SB0572 (HB0584/CH0771) Investigational Drugs, Biological Products, and Devices - Right to Try Act Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the House - House Refuses to Recede
Finance
3/02/2017 - 1:00 PM
Health and Government Operations
SB0586 (HB1322) Local Infrastructure Fast Track for Maryland Act Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Hearing 3/07 at 1:00 p.m.
Budget and Taxation
3/07/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0600 /CH0222 (HB0775/CH0221) Public Health - Maternal Mental Health Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 222
Finance
3/01/2017 - 1:00 PM
Health and Government Operations
3/21/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0622 /CH0236 (HB0530/CH0237) Sales and Use Tax - Tax-Free Period for Back-to-School Shopping - Sale of Backpacks and Bookbags Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 236
Budget and Taxation
2/16/2017 - 1:00 PM
Ways and Means
4/05/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0671 /CH0202 (HB0752/CH0203) Department of Human Resources - Public Assistance Eligibility - Financial Records Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 202
Finance
3/09/2017 - 1:00 PM
Appropriations
3/28/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0681 /CH0086 Consumer Protection - Recovering of Bedding - Limitation Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 86
Finance
3/01/2017 - 1:00 PM
Economic Matters
3/22/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0696 /CH0212 (HB0953/CH0213) Task Force on Long-Term Care Education and Planning Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 212
Finance
3/01/2017 - 1:00 PM
Health and Government Operations
3/21/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0716 Admissions and Amusement Tax - Exemption - Agricultural Tourism and Promotion of Agricultural Products Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Hearing 3/02 at 1:00 p.m.
Budget and Taxation
3/02/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0717 /CH0621 (HB1169/CH0620) Connecting Rural Maryland Act of 2017 Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 621
Finance
3/07/2017 - 1:00 PM
Economic Matters
SB0772 Department of Health and Mental Hygiene - Employees - Job Titles, Position Descriptions, and Compensation Levels Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the House - Hearing 3/30 at 1:00 p.m.
Finance
3/14/2017 - 1:00 PM
Health and Government Operations
3/30/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0796 Economic Development - County Economic Development Tax Incentives Program and One Maryland Tax Credit Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Hearing 3/07 at 1:00 p.m.
Budget and Taxation
3/07/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0814 (HB1159) Pharmacists - Dispensing of Prescription Drugs - Single Dispensing of Dosage Units Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the House - Withdrawn by Sponsor
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
3/09/2017 - 1:00 PM
Health and Government Operations
3/23/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0830 Correctional Facilities - Individual Subject to Immigration Detainer - Homeland Security Notification Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Hearing 2/21 at 1:00 p.m.
Judicial Proceedings
2/21/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0858 /CH0842 (HB1415/CH0841) Commercial Law - Maryland Antitrust Act - Indirect Purchasers Co-Sponsor 2 2 Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 842
Finance
3/15/2017 - 1:00 PM
Economic Matters
SB0862 Environment - Hydraulic Fracturing - Moratorium and Referenda Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Hearing 2/28 at 1:00 p.m.
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
2/28/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0892 (HB1114) Commercial Law - Consumer Protection - Nontransferable Ticketing Systems Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Hearing 3/01 at 1:00 p.m.
Finance
3/01/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0898 /CH0767 (HB1147/CH0766) Health Insurance - Prescription Drugs - Dispensing Synchronization Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 767
Finance
3/09/2017 - 1:00 PM
Health and Government Operations
SB0917 /CH0353 (HB0768) Motor Vehicles - Seasonal Exceptional Poultry Hauling Permit Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 353
Judicial Proceedings
2/22/2017 - 1:00 PM
Environment and Transportation
3/30/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0919 /CH0679 (HB0740/CH0678) President Jimmy Carter Cancer Treatment Access Act Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 679
Finance
3/08/2017 - 1:00 PM
Health and Government Operations
3/23/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0925 (HB0997/CH0754) Vehicle Laws - Bicycles, Play Vehicles, and Unicycles - Operation on Sidewalks and in Crosswalks Co-Sponsor 2 2 Veto sustained (0-44)
Finance
3/15/2017 - 1:00 PM
Environment and Transportation
3/30/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0931 (HB1592) Public Service Commission - Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity - Consistency With Comprehensive Plan Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the House - First Reading House Rules and Executive Nominations
Finance
3/14/2017 - 1:00 PM
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
Rules and Executive Nominations
SB0959 (HB0623) Higher Education - Senatorial and Delegate Scholarships - Reimbursement of Certificate and License Programs Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Hearing 3/01 at 1:00 p.m.
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
3/01/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0966 (HB1002/CH0777) Electric Universal Service Program - Unexpended Funds Co-Sponsor 2 2 Veto sustained (0-44)
Finance
3/07/2017 - 1:00 PM
Economic Matters
SB0967 /CH0572 (HB1329/CH0571) Heroin and Opioid Prevention Effort (HOPE) and Treatment Act of 2017 Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 572
Finance
3/08/2017 - 1:00 PM
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
Health and Government Operations
4/06/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0968 (HB1127/CH0579) Health Insurance - Coverage Requirements for Behavioral Health Disorders - Modifications Co-Sponsor 2 2 Veto sustained (0-44)
Finance
3/08/2017 - 1:00 PM
Health and Government Operations
3/23/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB1009 /CH0738 (HB1469/CH0737) Public Assistance - Family Investment Program - Child Support Pass Through Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 738
Finance
3/16/2017 - 1:00 PM
Appropriations
3/28/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB1019 (HB1586) Department of Commerce - Employment in the State's Defense Industry - Army Alliance Study Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the House - Hearing 4/06 at 1:00 p.m.
Finance
3/21/2017 - 1:00 PM
Economic Matters
4/06/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB1042 /CH0577 (HB1383/CH0576) Behavioral Health Administration - Outpatient Civil Commitment Pilot Program Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 577
Finance
3/15/2017 - 1:00 PM
Health and Government Operations
3/28/2017 - 1:00 PM
Judiciary
SB1109 (HB1599) Nursing Homes - Partial Payment for Services Provided Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the House - Hearing 4/10 at 1:00 p.m.
Finance
3/23/2017 - 1:00 PM
Health and Government Operations
4/10/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB1141 (HB1629) Natural Resources - Hunting Licenses - Fox Hunting and Chasing Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Hearing canceled
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
SB1148 (HB1619/CH0575) Maryland Stadium Authority - Maryland Sports and Affiliated Foundations - Establishment Co-Sponsor 2 2 Veto sustained (0-44)
Finance
3/21/2017 - 1:00 PM
Appropriations
4/05/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB1158 /CH0372 Department of Natural Resources - Solar Generation Facilities - Pollinator-Friendly Designation Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 372
Finance
3/21/2017 - 1:00 PM
Economic Matters
4/06/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB1164 Maryland Transportation Authority - Membership Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Hearing 3/22 at 1:00 p.m.
Finance
3/22/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB1169 /CH0733 (HB1642) Unemployment Insurance - Charge of Benefits - Waiver Due to Natural Disaster Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 733
Finance
3/23/2017 - 1:00 PM
Economic Matters
4/06/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB1174 (HB1632/CH0011) Public Health - Certificates of Birth - Births Outside an Institution Co-Sponsor 2 2 Veto sustained (0-44)
Finance
3/23/2017 - 1:00 PM
Health and Government Operations
SB1194 Public Health - Substance Abuse Treatment Outcome Partnership Fund Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the House - Hearing 4/07 at 1:00 p.m.
Finance
3/29/2017 - 1:00 PM
Health and Government Operations
4/10/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0307 /CH0030 (HB0402) Maryland Open Transportation Investment Decision Act - Application and Evaluation By Request - Administration 3 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 30
Budget and Taxation
2/22/2017 - 1:00 PM
Appropriations
3/23/2017 - 1:00 PM
Environment and Transportation
SB0308 /CH0151 (HB0632/CH0152) Child Abuse - Sex Trafficking (Protecting Victims of Sex Trafficking Act of 2017) By Request - Administration 3 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 151
Judicial Proceedings
2/09/2017 - 1:00 PM
Judiciary
3/23/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0309 /CH0438 (HB0433) State Finance and Procurement - Small and Minority Business Participation By Request - Administration 3 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 438
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
2/16/2017 - 1:00 PM
Health and Government Operations
3/29/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0310 /CH0587 (HB0390/CH0586) Improving the State Procurement Oversight Structure By Request - Administration 3 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 587
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
2/16/2017 - 1:00 PM
Health and Government Operations
3/29/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0311 /CH0588 (HB0426/CH0589) Promoting Efficiencies in State Procurement By Request - Administration 3 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 588
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
2/16/2017 - 1:00 PM
Health and Government Operations
SB0313 /CH0365 (HB0410/CH0364) Economic Development - Maryland Energy Innovation Institute By Request - Administration 3 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 365
Finance
2/14/2017 - 1:00 PM
Economic Matters
Appropriations
SB0314 /CH0367 (HB0417/CH0366) Clean Water Commerce Act of 2017 By Request - Administration 3 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 367
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
2/14/2017 - 1:00 PM
Environment and Transportation
3/22/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0316 (HB0369) Courts - Evidence of Sexually Assaultive Behavior - Admissibility (The Repeat Sexual Predator Prevention Act of 2017) By Request - Administration 3 2 In the Senate - Hearing 2/08 at 1:00 p.m.
Judicial Proceedings
2/08/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0317 /CH0149 (HB0394) More Jobs for Marylanders Act of 2017 By Request - Administration 3 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 149
Budget and Taxation
2/22/2017 - 1:00 PM
Ways and Means
4/05/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0319 /CH0591 (HB0413) Pathways in Technology Early College High (P-TECH) School Act of 2017 By Request - Administration 3 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 591
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
2/08/2017 - 1:00 PM
Budget and Taxation
Ways and Means
3/21/2017 - 1:00 PM
Appropriations
SB0320 (HB0399) Student Debt Relief Act of 2017 By Request - Administration 3 2 In the Senate - Hearing 2/22 at 1:00 p.m.
Budget and Taxation
2/22/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0321 (HB0375) Income Tax - Subtraction Modification - Military Retirement Income By Request - Administration 3 2 In the Senate - Hearing 2/22 at 1:00 p.m.
Budget and Taxation
2/22/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0322 (HB0388) Income Tax Subtraction Modification - Law Enforcement, Fire, Rescue, and Emergency Services Personnel (Hometown Heroes Act) By Request - Administration 3 2 In the Senate - Hearing 2/22 at 1:00 p.m.
Budget and Taxation
2/22/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0539 /CH0569 (HB0687) Criminal Law - Distribution of Controlled Dangerous Substances - Fentanyl By Request - Administration 3 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 569
Judicial Proceedings
3/02/2017 - 1:00 PM
Judiciary
3/28/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0540 (HB0748) Study of Retirement Plan Alternatives By Request - Administration 3 2 In the House - Unfavorable Report by Appropriations
Budget and Taxation
3/09/2017 - 1:00 PM
Appropriations
3/28/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0704 (HB0878) Public Charter School Act of 2017 By Request - Administration 3 2 In the Senate - Hearing canceled
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
Denotes enacted legislation
Hershey, Stephen S., Jr.
Tenure
Appointed to the Senate September 18, 2013. Sworn in October 1, 2013. First elected to the Maryland Senate in 2014. First elected to the Maryland House of Delegates, 2010. Member of the House 2011-2013.
Current Assignments
2015 Minority Whip
2015 Finance Committee
2015 Health Subcommittee of the Finance Committee
2016 Rules Committee
2015 Executive Nominations Committee
2015 Legislative Policy Committee
2015 Joint Committee on Legislative Ethics
2014 Joint Committee on Cybersecurity, Information Technology and Biotechnology
2014 Joint Committee on Unemployment Insurance Oversight
Past Senate Service
Judicial Proceedings Committee, 2013-2014; Maryland Clean Energy Center Task Force, 2016-2017; Joint Information Technology and Biotechnology Committee, 2014; Joint Committee on Access To Mental Health Services, 2014.
Past House Service 2011-2013
Deputy Minority Whip, 2013; Economic Matters Committee, 2011-2013; Banking, Economic Development, Science, and Technology Subcommittee of the Economic Matters Committee, 2011-2013; Unemployment Insurance Subcommittee of the Economic Matters Committee, 2011-2013; Chair, Queen Anne’s County House Delegation, 2011-2013.
Public Service
Workgroup on Rural Health Care Delivery, 2016-; Maryland Economic Development and Business Climate Commission, 2016; Strategic Energy Investment Advisory Board, 2016-; Board of Directors, Upper Shore Regional Council (member, 2011), 2014-; Maryland Offshore Wind Business Development Advisory Committee, 2013-; Bainbridge Development Advisory Board, 2011-; Mid-Shore Regional Council, 2011-; Tri-County Council for the Lower Eastern Shore of Maryland, 2011-; Economic Development Commission, Queen Anne's County, 2002-2006; Chair, Queen Anne's County Tricentennial Celebration Committee, 2004.
Memberships
Maryland Veterans Caucus, 2012-; President, Queen Anne's County Republican Club, 2002-2004.
Biographical Information
Born, Washington, DC, May 2, 1964; Bowie High School, 1982; James Madison University; Catholic University of America, Washington, D. C., B.C.E., Civil Engineering, 1987; George Washington University, M.B.A., 2002; Real Estate; Vice President, Trammell Crow Company, 1999-2003; Assistant Secretary, Maryland Department of Planning, 2003-04; Assistant Secretary, Department of Natural Resources, 2004-06; Vice President, James Lang LaSalle (commercial real estate), 2006-; Youth Football Coach, 2006-09; Member, Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church, Centreville; Married.
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