Legislation
Delegate Michael J. Hough
- District
- 3B
- County
- Frederick and Washington
- Committee Assignment(s)
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- Annapolis Info
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213 House Office Building
6 Bladen Street
Annapolis, MD 21401 -
Phone 301-858-3472
Toll-free in MD
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213 House Office Building
- Interim Info
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320 House Office Building
6 Bladen Street
Annapolis, 21401 - Phone 301-858-3472
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320 House Office Building
- Contact
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michael.hough@house.state.md.us
- Party
- Republican
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Title | Sponsorship Type | Sponsorship Type Sort | Chamber Sort | Current Status | Org Committees & Hearings | Opp Committees & Hearings |
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| HB0159 | Home Improvement Contractors - Qualifications of Applicants - Trade Experience | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the House - Withdrawn by Sponsor | ||
| HB0281 | Determination of Unemployment Insurance Benefits - Voluntarily Leaving Work - Valid Circumstances | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Economic Matters |
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| HB0283 | Unemployment Insurance - Appeal of Benefit Determination - Discovery of Financial Crime | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Economic Matters |
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| HB0363 | Tax Increases - Majority Vote Required | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/11 at 2:00 p.m. |
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| HB0541 (SB0571) | Criminal Procedure - Certificate of Completion | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the Senate - First Reading Judicial Proceedings |
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| HB0604 /CH0497 (SB0536/CH0496) | Department of Juvenile Services - Graduated Responses - Report | Primary | 1 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 497 |
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| HB0631 /CH0380 (SB0534) | Family Law - Preventing or Interfering with Report of Suspected Child Abuse or Neglect | Primary | 1 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 380 |
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| HB0897 (SB0570) | Professional Licensing and Certification Governing Bodies - Child Abuse Mandated Reporter Training and Discipline | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/21 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB1258 (SB1040) | Mental Hygiene - Reform of Laws and Delivery of Services | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/05 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB1276 | Statewide Information Technology Master Plan - Security Policy | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/06 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB1441 | Public Schools - Extracurricular Activities - Students Not Enrolled in Public School (Fairness for All Children Act) | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the House - First Reading House Rules and Executive Nominations | ||
| HB0001 | Criminal Law - Cannabimimetic Agents - Prohibition | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Vetoed by the Governor (Duplicative) |
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| HB0104 | Occupational Safety and Health - Good Faith Actions by Business Owners - Penalty Forgiveness | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Economic Matters |
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| HB0137 | Election Law - Polling Places - Proof of Identity | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/07 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0150 | Vehicle Laws - Accidents Resulting in Death or Life-Threatening Injury - Mandatory Drug and Alcohol Testing (Kara's Law) | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Judiciary |
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| HB0152 | Criminal Procedure - Successive Federal and State Prosecutions - Bar | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Third Reading Failed (46-89) |
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| HB0153 | Office of the Public Defender - Representation at Bail Hearing - Provisional | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Conference Committee Appointed |
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| HB0165 (SB0807) | Elementary and Secondary Education - Security - School Resource Officers | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Ways and Means |
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| HB0176 | Transportation Trust Fund Protection Act | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/26 at 1:00 p.m. (Appropriations) |
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| HB0181 | Corporate Income Tax - Rate Reduction | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/19 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0188 | Retail Service Stations - Disaster Preparation - Generator Tax Credit | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/06 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0230 /CH0088 | Alcoholic Beverages - Farm Breweries and Micro-Breweries | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 88 |
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| HB0233 | Elections - Study Commission on the Redistricting Process in Maryland | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/11 at 2:00 p.m. |
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| HB0236 | Election Law - Districting Plan Questions - Inclusion of Map | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/11 at 2:00 p.m. |
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| HB0261 (SB0034) | Corporate Income Tax - Rate Reduction | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/26 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0311 /CH0366 | Crimes - Requirement to Report Death or Disappearance of Minor - Penalties | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 366 |
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| HB0317 | State Government - E-Verify Program | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/13 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0318 | Labor and Employment - Labor Organizations - Right to Work | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Economic Matters |
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| HB0322 (SB0222) | Motor Vehicle Administration - Yellow Dot Program | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Withdrawn by Sponsor |
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| HB0369 | Hunting - Deer Muzzle Loader Season - January Days | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Withdrawn by Sponsor |
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| HB0371 | Income Tax Credit - Cat and Dog Adoption | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/26 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0394 | Education - Primary and Secondary Schools - Electronic Control Devices | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Ways and Means |
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| HB0395 | Handguns - Permit Qualifications and Carrying on School Property - School Guardians | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/05 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0397 | Criminal Law - Carrying Weapons on School Property - Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Withdrawn by Sponsor |
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| HB0426 | Public Safety - Firearm Ammunition - Purchaser Information | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/05 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0439 | Income Tax - Subtraction Modification - Military Retirement Income | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/12 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0499 | Natural Resources - Deer Bow Hunting Season - End Date | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Environmental Matters |
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| HB0500 | Vehicle Laws - Motorcycles - Expiration of Learner's Instructional Permit | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Environmental Matters |
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| HB0501 | Motor Vehicle Administration - Multiple Copies of Driving Records - Fees | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Environmental Matters |
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| HB0533 | Corporate Income Tax - Rate Reduction | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/12 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0569 | Environment - Wastewater Treatment Facilities - Financial Assistance Study | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Unfavorable Report by Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs |
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| HB0570 | State Government - Inspector General | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Health and Government Operations |
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| HB0574 | Office of the Inspector General - Establishment | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Health and Government Operations |
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| HB0578 (SB0023) | Income Tax - Credit for Long-Term Care Premiums | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/15 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0579 | Veterans' Organizations - Instant Ticket Lottery Machines - Use of Proceeds | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/05 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0589 | Firearms Freedom Act | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Withdrawn by Sponsor | ||
| HB0590 | Alcoholic Beverages - Direct Shipment - Kosher or Sacramental Wine Sold at Retail | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/25 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0623 | Environment - Sediment Control - Agricultural Land Management Practices | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/27 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0627 (SB0850) | Vehicle Laws - Accidents Resulting in Injury - Mandatory Drug and Alcohol Testing | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/13 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0666 | Sales and Use Tax - Tax-Free Week - School Supplies | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/12 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0713 /CH0636 | Criminal Procedure - Seizure and Forfeiture - Property Used in Human Trafficking | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 636 |
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| HB0715 (SB0620) | Family Law - Denial of Paternity, Custody, and Visitation | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/28 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0719 | Criminal Law - False Statement Concerning Destructive Device or Toxic Material - Venue | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 3/27 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0727 | Criminal Defendants - Citations - Theft | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Judiciary |
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| HB0730 (SB0542/CH0498) | Election Law - Polling Places - Electioneering | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Vetoed by the Governor (Duplicative) |
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| HB0731 | Capital Projects - Eliminating Individual Bond Bills | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/11 at 2:00 p.m. |
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| HB0742 /CH0386 (SB0991) | Criminal Procedure - Citation Authority | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 386 |
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| HB0765 (SB0959) | Drugged Driving - Drug Recognition Expert - Testimony | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/20 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0777 (SB0505/CH0487) | Criminal Procedure - Bail Bonds - Cash Bail | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Vetoed by the Governor (Duplicative) |
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| HB0780 | State Employees Pension Choice Act | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Appropriations |
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| HB0785 (SB0375/CH0247) | Commercial Law - Maryland Credit Services Businesses Act - Scope | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Vetoed by the Governor (Duplicative) |
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| HB0819 | Prudent Pension Management Act | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/12 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0837 | Family Farm - Prevailing Party - Attorney's Fees and Expenses | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Judiciary |
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| HB0843 | State Board of Education - Financial Literacy Curriculum - Graduation Requirement | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/13 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0850 | Corporate Income Tax - Investments in Maryland | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/12 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0856 | Personal Property Tax - Investments in Maryland | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/07 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0866 | Criminal Procedure - Financial Crimes Against Vulnerable and Elder Adults - Petition to Freeze Assets | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Judiciary |
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| HB0875 | Education - Public Schools - Parent Empowerment | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/27 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0892 (SB0731) | Family Law - Protective Orders - Additional Relief | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Judiciary |
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| HB0930 | Criminal Law - Identity Fraud - Prohibitions | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Unfavorable Report by Judicial Proceedings |
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| HB0937 (SB0494) | Commission on Maryland Cybersecurity Innovation and Excellence - Duties | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Economic Matters |
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| HB0951 | Task Force to Study Social Impact Bonds | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/26 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0961 | State Government - Maryland Public Information Act - Required Denials Regarding Firearm Dealers, Owners, and Permit Holders | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Withdrawn by Sponsor |
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| HB0962 | Motor Fuel Taxes - Consumer Disclosure Requirements | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Economic Matters |
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| HB0967 | Income Tax Return Preparers - False Returns or Claims for Refund - Statute of Limitations | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/08 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0969 | Commission to Consider Mental Health-Related Ways to Limit Mass Violence by Individuals with Antisocial Personality Disorders, Depressive Disorders, or Other Mental Illness | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Withdrawn by Sponsor |
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| HB0972 (SB0567) | Criminal Law - Identity Fraud - Prohibitions | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Withdrawn by Sponsor |
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| HB0985 (SB0722) | Criminal Law - Third Degree Sexual Offense - Burglary | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - First Reading Judicial Proceedings |
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| HB1112 (SB0556) | Criminal Procedure - Persons Committed as Not Criminally Responsible - Release | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Judiciary |
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| HB1144 | Junk Dealers and Scrap Metal Processors - Shopping Carts and Metal Piping | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Economic Matters |
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| HB1156 (SB0819) | Maryland Contributory Negligence Act | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/06 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB1192 | Correctional Services - Diminution Credits - Use of a Firearm in Commission of a Crime | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/12 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB1198 | Income Tax Credit - Renewable Energy Systems | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/07 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB1199 | Citizens' Congressional Redistricting Commission | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/11 at 2:00 p.m. |
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| HB1202 | Health Occupations - Certified Professional Midwives - Pilot Program | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Withdrawn by Sponsor |
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| HB1211 /CH0486 (SB0489/CH0485) | Estates and Trusts - Slayer's Statute (Ann Sue Metz Law) | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 486 |
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| HB1230 (SB0490) | Domestic Violence - Persons Eligible for Relief and Orders to Vacate Home | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/28 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB1264 | Task Force to Study Forfeiture of Retirement Benefits for Public Officials Charged with or Convicted of a Crime | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/07 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB1265 (SB0835) | Patient Safety Early Intervention Programs | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/06 at 1:00 p.m. (Judiciary) |
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| HB1310 (SB0834) | Health Care Malpractice Claims - Definition of "Health Care Provider" | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 4/05 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB1316 (SB0771) | Postjudgment Interest - Medical Injury | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Judiciary |
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| HB1396 /CH0415 | Criminal Law - Theft-Related Crimes - Penalties | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 415 |
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| HB1398 | Education - Charter Schools - Principals and Teachers - Resident Certification | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/13 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB1421 | Regulated Firearms - License Issued by Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, or West Virginia - Reciprocity | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/26 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB1423 | Task Force to Study Mental Illness Among Students in Public Schools | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - First Reading House Rules and Executive Nominations | ||
| HB0138 | Video Lottery Proceeds - Education Trust Fund - Security and Mental Health Services at Public Schools | By Request - Committee | 4 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/12 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0146 (SB0174) | Education - Public Charter Schools - Capital Improvement Requests | By Request - Committee | 4 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Appropriations |
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| HB0942 /CH0301 (SB0624/CH0300) | Identity Fraud - Health Information and Health Care Records | By Request - Committee | 4 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 301 |
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| HB0959 (SB0676/CH0304) | Governmental Procedures - Security and Protection of Information | By Request - Committee | 4 | 2 | In the Senate - Favorable Report by Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs |
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| HB0960 (SB0859) | Maryland Personal Information Protection Act - Revisions | By Request - Committee | 4 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Economic Matters |
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- Tenure
- First elected to the Maryland House of Delegates, 2010. Member of the House since 2011.
- Current Assignments
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- 2013- Assistant Minority Leader
- 2011- Judiciary Committee
- 2011- Civil Law and Procedure Subcommittee of the Judiciary Committee
- 2013- Special Joint Commission on Public Safety and Security in State and Local Correctional Facilities
- Memberships
- Maryland Community Caucus, 2012-; Maryland Rural Caucus, 2012-; Maryland Veterans Caucus, 2011-; Frederick County Republican Central Committee, 2006-2010; Chair and Vice Chair, Frederick County Republican Central Committee, 2008; American Legion Post no. 297, Baltimore; Knights of Columbus.
- Biographical Information
- Born, Silver Spring, Maryland, November 4, 1979; Watkins Mill High School, Gaithersburg; Community College of the Air Force, A.A., Applied Sciences, 2002; Towson University, B.S., Political Science, 2007; U.S. Air Force, Missile Maintenance Technician, 1998-2002; Sales Associate, Sears, 2002-04; Legislative Aide to State Senator Alex X. Mooney, 2004-07; Director, Commerce, Insurance and Economic Development Task Force, and Public Safety and Elections Task Force, American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC), 2007-11; Member, St. Francis of Assisi and St. Mary's Catholic Church; Married, Three children.
Last Updated: 10/15/2019 3:26 PM