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Senator Michael J. Hough

Hough, Michael J.
District
4
County
Frederick and Carroll
Committee Assignment(s)
Annapolis Info
403 James Senate Office Building
11 Bladen Street
Annapolis, MD 21401
Phone 410-841-3704 | 301-858-3704
Toll-free in MD
Interim Info
3510 Worthington Blvd.
Suite 301
Frederick, MD 21704
Phone 301-874-3068
Contact
michael.hough@senate.state.md.us
Party
Republican
District 4
Legislation Sponsorship Type Sort Chamber Sort
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0016 /CH0192 (HB0162/CH0189)
Title
Public Safety - Firearm Application
Sponsorship Type
Primary
1 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0187 (HB0475)
Title
Creation of a State Debt - Frederick County - Helen Smith Studio
Sponsorship Type
Primary
1 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0188 (HB0474)
Title
Creation of a State Debt - Frederick County - Northwest Trek Conservation and Education Center Phase 2
Sponsorship Type
Primary
1 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0420 (HB0528)
Title
Humane Adoption of Companion Animals Used in Research Act of 2017
Sponsorship Type
Primary
1 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0550 (HB0976)
Title
Frederick County - Ethics Requirements and Campaign Activity Concerning the County Executive and County Council
Sponsorship Type
Primary
1 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0619
Title
Criminal Law - Controlled Dangerous Substances - Mixture
Sponsorship Type
Primary
1 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0645 (HB0064)
Title
Creation of a State Debt - Frederick County - Remsberg Park Multipurpose Youth Sports Field
Sponsorship Type
Primary
1 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0654 (HB1012)
Title
Task Force to Study Crime Classification and Penalties
Sponsorship Type
Primary
1 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0666 /CH0165 (HB0233/CH0166)
Title
Disclosure of Medical Records - Guardian Ad Litem - Victims of Crime or Delinquent Acts
Sponsorship Type
Primary
1 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0693 (HB0856)
Title
Co-Prescribing Naloxone Saves Lives Act of 2017
Sponsorship Type
Primary
1 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0827 (HB1182/CH0495)
Title
Frederick County - State's Attorney - Annual Salary
Sponsorship Type
Primary
1 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0828 (HB0986)
Title
Creation of a State Debt - Carroll County - Mt. Airy Caboose and Visitor Center Pavilion
Sponsorship Type
Primary
1 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0830
Title
Correctional Facilities - Individual Subject to Immigration Detainer - Homeland Security Notification
Sponsorship Type
Primary
1 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB1004 (HB1120/CH0560)
Title
Vehicle Laws - Dealers - Performance Standards
Sponsorship Type
Primary
1 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB1091
Title
Public Safety - Permit to Wear, Carry, or Transport a Handgun - Expiration and Renewal
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)
SB0023 /CH0190 (HB0877/CH0191)
Title
Handgun Permits - Alternative Expiration Date - Private Detectives, Security Guards, and Special Police Officers
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0046 /CH0463 (HB0004/CH0462)
Title
Hunting and Fishing Licenses - Active Military, Former Prisoners of War, Recipients of the Purple Heart Award, and Disabled Veterans
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0085 /CH0491 (HB1207/CH0492)
Title
Family Law - Treatment Foster Care Homes - Siblings
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)
SB0135
Title
Crimes - Child Abuse and Neglect - Failure to Report
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0157
Title
Sales and Use Tax - Alcoholic Beverages - Rate Reduction
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0198 /CH0071 (HB0178/CH0072)
Title
Frederick County - Alcoholic Beverages - Sunday Hours of Sale
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0199 (HB0099)
Title
Creation of a State Debt - Frederick County - YMCA of Frederick County
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0208 (HB0158)
Title
Creation of a State Debt - Frederick County - Heritage Frederick Capital Improvements
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0209 (HB0179/CH0493)
Title
Frederick County - Beer and Wine Licenses - Barbershops
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0210 /CH0467 (HB0071)
Title
Alcoholic Beverages - Class 8 Farm Brewery License Holders - Food Service
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0214
Title
Local Government - Public Nuisances - Restriction on Local "Padlock" Laws
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0217 /CH0160 (HB0429/CH0163)
Title
Criminal Law - Sexual Offenses - Physical Resistance
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0226 /CH0476 (HB0373/CH0475)
Title
Biotechnology Investment Tax Credit - Qualified Maryland Biotechnology Company - Definition
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)
SB0238
Title
Income Tax Subtraction Modification - Retirement Income (Fairness in Taxation for Retirees Act)
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)
SB0326 (HB0396)
Title
Frederick County - Alcoholic Beverages - Cigar Shop Licenses
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0349 /CH0158 (HB0255/CH0159)
Title
Criminal Procedure - Sexual Assault Victims' Rights - Disposal of Rape Kit Evidence and Notification
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)
SB0441 /CH0416
Title
Veterans Affairs - Maryland Veterans Service Animal Program - Establishment
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0452 /CH0731 (HB0461)
Title
Education - Accountability Program - Assessments (More Learning, Less Testing Act of 2017)
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0453 /CH0073 (HB0646/CH0074)
Title
Frederick County - Alcoholic Beverages - Restaurants - Average Daily Receipts
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)
SB0490
Title
Labor and Employment - Labor Organizations - Right to Work Act
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0511 (HB0663)
Title
Public Safety - Permit to Carry, Wear, or Transport a Handgun - Qualifications
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0518 /CH0075 (HB0645)
Title
Frederick County - Gaming Events - Sunday Hours of Operation
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0519 /CH0494 (HB0655)
Title
Frederick County - Hunting - Nongame Birds and Mammals
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)
SB0557
Title
Education - Maryland Education Opportunity Account Program - Established
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0566
Title
Vehicle Laws - Manufacturers and Dealers
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0579 /CH0675 (HB0664/CH0033)
Title
State Government - Display of the POW/MIA Flag on State Building Grounds
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)
SB0603 (HB0576)
Title
General Provisions - Commemorative Months - Maryland Sportsmanship Month
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)
SB0656 (HB0714)
Title
Corporations and Associations - Fee for Processing Articles of Dissolution and Certificates of Cancellation - Repeal
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0668 /CH0751
Title
Vehicle Laws - Operation of Motorcycles - Handlebar Height
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0675 (HB1393)
Title
Criminal Procedure - Petition for Writ of Actual Innocence - Nontrial Convictions
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0691 (HB0650)
Title
Criminal Procedure - Incompetency and Criminal Responsibility - Court-Ordered Medication
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)
SB0731 (HB0831)
Title
Task Force on Organized Retail Crime Rings
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0747 (HB0939)
Title
State Government - Acknowledgments, Oaths, and Affirmations - Recordations and Notarizations
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0781 /CH0485 (HB1375/CH0486)
Title
Criminal Procedure - Testing - HIV and Hepatitis C
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0841 (HB1167)
Title
Unborn Child Protection From Dismemberment Abortion Act of 2017
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0842 (HB1354)
Title
Voter Registration Integrity Act of 2017
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)
SB0864
Title
Education - Overdose on Public School Premises - Substance Abuse Treatment Programs
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SB0945 (HB0697)
Title
Child Abuse and Neglect - Statewide Reporting - 2-1-1 Maryland
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)
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)
SB1187
Title
Criminal Procedure - Life Without Parole - Repeal of Sentencing Proceeding
Sponsorship Type
Co-Sponsor
2 2
Bill/Chapter (Cross/Chapter)
SJ0003
Title
United States Constitution - Amendments Convention - Limitations on Federal Power
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)
SB0314 /CH0367 (HB0417/CH0366)
Title
Clean Water Commerce 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)
SB0318 (HB0378)
Title
Cybersecurity Investment Incentive Tax Credit - Eligibility and Sunset Extension
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)
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
SB0016 /CH0192 (HB0162/CH0189) Public Safety - Firearm Application Primary 1 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 192
Judicial Proceedings
2/08/2017 - 1:00 PM
Judiciary
3/28/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0187 (HB0475) Creation of a State Debt - Frederick County - Helen Smith Studio Primary 1 2 In the Senate - Hearing 3/11 at 10:00 a.m.
Budget and Taxation
3/11/2017 - 10:00 AM
SB0188 (HB0474) Creation of a State Debt - Frederick County - Northwest Trek Conservation and Education Center Phase 2 Primary 1 2 In the Senate - Hearing 3/11 at 10:00 a.m.
Budget and Taxation
3/11/2017 - 10:00 AM
SB0420 (HB0528) Humane Adoption of Companion Animals Used in Research Act of 2017 Primary 1 2 In the Senate - Hearing 2/14 at 1:00 p.m.
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
2/14/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0550 (HB0976) Frederick County - Ethics Requirements and Campaign Activity Concerning the County Executive and County Council Primary 1 2 In the Senate - Hearing 2/23 at 1:00 p.m.
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
2/23/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0619 Criminal Law - Controlled Dangerous Substances - Mixture Primary 1 2 In the Senate - Hearing 3/02 at 1:00 p.m.
Judicial Proceedings
3/02/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0645 (HB0064) Creation of a State Debt - Frederick County - Remsberg Park Multipurpose Youth Sports Field Primary 1 2 In the Senate - Hearing 3/11 at 10:00 a.m.
Budget and Taxation
3/11/2017 - 10:00 AM
SB0654 (HB1012) Task Force to Study Crime Classification and Penalties Primary 1 2 In the House - Hearing 3/28 at 1:00 p.m.
Judicial Proceedings
2/23/2017 - 1:00 PM
Judiciary
3/28/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0666 /CH0165 (HB0233/CH0166) Disclosure of Medical Records - Guardian Ad Litem - Victims of Crime or Delinquent Acts Primary 1 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 165
Finance
3/15/2017 - 1:00 PM
Health and Government Operations
3/28/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0693 (HB0856) Co-Prescribing Naloxone Saves Lives Act of 2017 Primary 1 2 In the Senate - Hearing 3/01 at 1:00 p.m.
Finance
3/01/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0827 (HB1182/CH0495) Frederick County - State's Attorney - Annual Salary Primary 1 2 In the House - Second Reading Passed
Judicial Proceedings
2/23/2017 - 1:00 PM
Environment and Transportation
3/28/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0828 (HB0986) Creation of a State Debt - Carroll County - Mt. Airy Caboose and Visitor Center Pavilion Primary 1 2 In the Senate - Hearing 3/11 at 10:00 a.m.
Budget and Taxation
3/11/2017 - 10:00 AM
SB0830 Correctional Facilities - Individual Subject to Immigration Detainer - Homeland Security Notification Primary 1 2 In the Senate - Hearing 2/21 at 1:00 p.m.
Judicial Proceedings
2/21/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB1004 (HB1120/CH0560) Vehicle Laws - Dealers - Performance Standards Primary 1 2 In the House - First Reading House Rules and Executive Nominations
Judicial Proceedings
2/22/2017 - 1:00 PM
Rules and Executive Nominations
SB1091 Public Safety - Permit to Wear, Carry, or Transport a Handgun - Expiration and Renewal Primary 1 2 In the Senate - Hearing 3/15 at 1:00 p.m.
Judicial Proceedings
3/15/2017 - 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
SB0023 /CH0190 (HB0877/CH0191) Handgun Permits - Alternative Expiration Date - Private Detectives, Security Guards, and Special Police Officers Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 190
Judicial Proceedings
3/08/2017 - 1:00 PM
Judiciary
3/28/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0046 /CH0463 (HB0004/CH0462) Hunting and Fishing Licenses - Active Military, Former Prisoners of War, Recipients of the Purple Heart Award, and Disabled Veterans Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 463
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
1/24/2017 - 1:00 PM
Environment and Transportation
3/22/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0085 /CH0491 (HB1207/CH0492) Family Law - Treatment Foster Care Homes - Siblings Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 491
Judicial Proceedings
1/24/2017 - 1:00 PM
Judiciary
3/30/2017 - 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
SB0135 Crimes - Child Abuse and Neglect - Failure to Report Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the House - Hearing 4/05 at 1:00 p.m.
Judicial Proceedings
2/02/2017 - 1:00 PM
Judiciary
4/05/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0157 Sales and Use Tax - Alcoholic Beverages - Rate Reduction Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Unfavorable Report by Budget and Taxation
Budget and Taxation
2/01/2017 - 2:00 PM
SB0198 /CH0071 (HB0178/CH0072) Frederick County - Alcoholic Beverages - Sunday Hours of Sale Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 71
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
2/24/2017 - 1:00 PM
Economic Matters
SB0199 (HB0099) Creation of a State Debt - Frederick County - YMCA of Frederick County Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Hearing 3/11 at 10:00 a.m.
Budget and Taxation
3/11/2017 - 10:00 AM
SB0208 (HB0158) Creation of a State Debt - Frederick County - Heritage Frederick Capital Improvements Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Hearing 3/11 at 10:00 a.m.
Budget and Taxation
3/11/2017 - 10:00 AM
SB0209 (HB0179/CH0493) Frederick County - Beer and Wine Licenses - Barbershops Co-Sponsor 2 2 Veto sustained (0-44)
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
2/24/2017 - 1:00 PM
Economic Matters
SB0210 /CH0467 (HB0071) Alcoholic Beverages - Class 8 Farm Brewery License Holders - Food Service Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 467
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
2/24/2017 - 1:00 PM
Economic Matters
SB0214 Local Government - Public Nuisances - Restriction on Local "Padlock" Laws Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Hearing 2/02 at 1:00 p.m.
Judicial Proceedings
2/02/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0217 /CH0160 (HB0429/CH0163) Criminal Law - Sexual Offenses - Physical Resistance Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 160
Judicial Proceedings
2/08/2017 - 1:00 PM
Judiciary
3/29/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0226 /CH0476 (HB0373/CH0475) Biotechnology Investment Tax Credit - Qualified Maryland Biotechnology Company - Definition Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 476
Budget and Taxation
2/08/2017 - 1:00 PM
Ways and Means
3/22/2017 - 1:00 PM
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
SB0238 Income Tax Subtraction Modification - Retirement Income (Fairness in Taxation for Retirees Act) Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Hearing 2/08 at 1:00 p.m.
Budget and Taxation
2/08/2017 - 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
SB0326 (HB0396) Frederick County - Alcoholic Beverages - Cigar Shop Licenses Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Unfavorable Report by Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
2/24/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0349 /CH0158 (HB0255/CH0159) Criminal Procedure - Sexual Assault Victims' Rights - Disposal of Rape Kit Evidence and Notification Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 158
Judicial Proceedings
2/08/2017 - 1:00 PM
Judiciary
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
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
SB0452 /CH0731 (HB0461) Education - Accountability Program - Assessments (More Learning, Less Testing Act of 2017) Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 731
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
2/15/2017 - 1:00 PM
Ways and Means
3/21/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0453 /CH0073 (HB0646/CH0074) Frederick County - Alcoholic Beverages - Restaurants - Average Daily Receipts Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 73
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
2/24/2017 - 1:00 PM
Economic Matters
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
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
SB0511 (HB0663) 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
SB0518 /CH0075 (HB0645) Frederick County - Gaming Events - Sunday Hours of Operation Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 75
Budget and Taxation
2/14/2017 - 1:00 PM
Ways and Means
3/22/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0519 /CH0494 (HB0655) Frederick County - Hunting - Nongame Birds and Mammals Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 494
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
2/14/2017 - 1:00 PM
Environment and Transportation
3/22/2017 - 1:00 PM
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
SB0557 Education - Maryland Education Opportunity Account Program - Established Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Hearing 2/23 at 1:00 p.m.
Budget and Taxation
2/23/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0566 Vehicle Laws - Manufacturers and Dealers Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Hearing 2/22 at 1:00 p.m.
Judicial Proceedings
2/22/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0579 /CH0675 (HB0664/CH0033) State Government - Display of the POW/MIA Flag on State Building Grounds Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 675
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
3/09/2017 - 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
SB0603 (HB0576) General Provisions - Commemorative Months - Maryland Sportsmanship Month Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Hearing 3/07 at 1:00 p.m.
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
3/07/2017 - 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
SB0656 (HB0714) Corporations and Associations - Fee for Processing Articles of Dissolution and Certificates of Cancellation - Repeal Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the House - Unfavorable Report by Economic Matters
Judicial Proceedings
2/16/2017 - 1:00 PM
Economic Matters
SB0668 /CH0751 Vehicle Laws - Operation of Motorcycles - Handlebar Height Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 751
Judicial Proceedings
2/22/2017 - 1:00 PM
Environment and Transportation
3/30/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0675 (HB1393) Criminal Procedure - Petition for Writ of Actual Innocence - Nontrial Convictions Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Referred to interim study by Judicial Proceedings
Judicial Proceedings
3/01/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0691 (HB0650) Criminal Procedure - Incompetency and Criminal Responsibility - Court-Ordered Medication Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Unfavorable Report by Judicial Proceedings
Judicial Proceedings
3/07/2017 - 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
SB0731 (HB0831) Task Force on Organized Retail Crime Rings Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Unfavorable Report by Judicial Proceedings
Judicial Proceedings
2/15/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0747 (HB0939) State Government - Acknowledgments, Oaths, and Affirmations - Recordations and Notarizations Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Hearing 3/07 at 1:00 p.m.
Judicial Proceedings
3/07/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0781 /CH0485 (HB1375/CH0486) Criminal Procedure - Testing - HIV and Hepatitis C Co-Sponsor 2 2 Approved by the Governor - Chapter 485
Judicial Proceedings
3/01/2017 - 1:00 PM
Judiciary
3/30/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0841 (HB1167) Unborn Child Protection From Dismemberment Abortion Act of 2017 Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Hearing 3/15 at 1:00 p.m.
Finance
3/15/2017 - 1:00 PM
SB0842 (HB1354) Voter Registration Integrity Act of 2017 Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Hearing 3/03 at 1:00 p.m.
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
3/03/2017 - 1:00 PM
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
SB0864 Education - Overdose on Public School Premises - Substance Abuse Treatment Programs Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Hearing 3/08 at 1:00 p.m. (Finance)
Finance
3/08/2017 - 1:00 PM
Judicial Proceedings
SB0945 (HB0697) Child Abuse and Neglect - Statewide Reporting - 2-1-1 Maryland Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Withdrawn by Sponsor
Finance
Judicial Proceedings
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
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
SB1187 Criminal Procedure - Life Without Parole - Repeal of Sentencing Proceeding Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Recommitted to Judicial Proceedings (Senator Zirkin)
Judicial Proceedings
3/23/2017 - 1:00 PM
SJ0003 United States Constitution - Amendments Convention - Limitations on Federal Power Co-Sponsor 2 2 In the Senate - Hearing 2/23 at 1:00 p.m.
Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs
2/23/2017 - 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
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
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
SB0318 (HB0378) Cybersecurity Investment Incentive Tax Credit - Eligibility and Sunset Extension By Request - Administration 3 2 In the House - Hearing 3/29 at 1:00 p.m.
Budget and Taxation
2/22/2017 - 1:00 PM
Ways and Means
3/29/2017 - 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
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
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Hough, Michael J.
Tenure
First elected to the Maryland House of Delegates, 2010. Member of the House since 2011. First elected to the Maryland Senate in 2014. Member since 2015.
Current Assignments
2015 Judicial Proceedings Committee
2015 Joint Committee on Children, Youth and Families
2015 Maryland Veterans Caucus (2011-2015, House Member)
Past Senate Service
Public Safety and Policing Workgroup, 2015-2016.
Past House Service
Special Joint Commission on Public Safety and Security in State and Local Correctional Facilities, 2013; Assistant Minority Leader, 2013-2014; Judiciary Committee, 2011-2014; Civil Law and Procedure Subcommittee of the Judiciary Committee, 2011-2014.
Public Service
Justice Reinvestment Oversight Board, 2016-; Maryland Police Training and Standards Commission, 2016-; Justice Reinvestment Coordinating Council, 2015-2016.
Memberships
Maryland Community Caucus, 2012-; Maryland Rural Caucus, 2012-; 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.
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