Legislation
Delegate Jay A. Jacobs

- District
- 36
- County
- Kent, Queen Anne's, Cecil, and Caroline
- Committee Assignment(s)
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Environment and Transportation Committee
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Environment and Transportation Committee
- Annapolis Info
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321 House Office Building
6 Bladen Street
Annapolis, MD 21401 -
Phone 410-841-3449 | 301-858-3449
Toll-free in MD 1-800-492-7122 ext. 3449
Fax 410-841-3093
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321 House Office Building
- Interim Info
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321 House Office Building
6 Bladen Street
Annapolis, MD 21401 - Phone 410-841-3449
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321 House Office Building
- Contact
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jay.jacobs@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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HB0777 /CH0322 (SB0792/CH0323) | Kent County Alcohol Act of 2020 | Primary | 1 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 322 |
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HB1339 (SB0397/CH0640) | Sales and Use Tax and Personal Property Tax - Exemptions - Data Centers | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/06 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB1397 (SB0882/CH0587) | Recreational Striped Bass Fishery - Study on Harvest Data | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the Senate - First Reading Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs |
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HB1399 /CH0464 (SB0510/CH0465) | Natural Resources - Commercial Fishing - Use of Haul Seines | Primary | 1 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 464 |
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HB1438 | Agriculture – Processing of Poultry Litter for Alternative Use | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the Senate - First Reading Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs |
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HB1442 /CH0471 (SB0840/CH0472) | Environment – Expanded Polystyrene Food Service Products – Definition | Primary | 1 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 471 |
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HB1465 (SB0955) | Federal Clean Water Act - Authority of State | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/04 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB1614 | Correctional Officers' Retirement System - Kent County | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the House - First Reading House Rules and Executive Nominations |
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HB0013 (SB0028) | Solid Waste Management - Prohibition on Releasing a Balloon Into the Atmosphere | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - First Reading Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs |
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HB0056 /CH0611 (SB0013) | Chesapeake Bay Bridge – Reconstruction Advisory Group and Transportation Facilities Projects | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 611 |
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HB0263 | Real Property - Sales of Mobile Home Parks - Notice Requirements | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing canceled |
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HB0352 (SB0029) | Criminal Law - Life-Threatening Injury Involving a Motor Vehicle or Vessel - Criminal Negligence (Wade's Law) | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/12 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0366 | General Assembly - Term Limits | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/24 at 2:00 p.m. |
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HB0462 | Queen Anne's County - Alcoholic Beverages - Restaurant Food Sales Requirements | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Withdrawn by Sponsor |
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HB0463 /CH0215 | Queen Anne's County - Alcoholic Beverages - Financial Interest | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 215 |
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HB0466 | Queen Anne's County - Alcoholic Beverages - Inspector | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Withdrawn by Sponsor |
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HB0467 /CH0217 | Queen Anne's County - Alcoholic Beverages - Petition of Support | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 217 |
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HB0468 | Queen Anne's County - Alcoholic Beverages - Underage Employees | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/17 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0516 (SB0542) | Public School Students - Daily Physical Activity (Student Health and Fitness Act) | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/19 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0545 /CH0243 (SB0189/CH0244) | State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners – Cease and Desist Orders and Civil Penalties | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 243 |
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HB0557 /CH0252 (SB0607/CH0253) | Motor Scooter and Electric Low Speed Scooter Sharing Companies – Nonvisual Access | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 252 |
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HB0601 /CH0271 | Health Insurance – Provider Panels – Providers of Community–Based Health Services | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 271 |
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HB0602 (SB0956) | State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program - Participation - County, Municipal Corporation, or County Board Retirees | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Withdrawn by Sponsor |
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HB0618 | Sales and Use Tax - Exemption - Firearm Safety Devices | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/20 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0620 /CH0278 | Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport - Security Screening Checkpoint - Charitable Donations | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 278 |
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HB0686 | Queen Anne's County - Alcoholic Beverages - Board of License Commissioners | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Withdrawn by Sponsor |
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HB0688 | Use of State or Local Highways - Prohibition or Restriction by Local Authority | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/20 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0690 | Queen Anne's County - Alcoholic Beverages - Application on Behalf of Partnership | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/17 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0748 /CH0310 | Transportation - Kim Lamphier Bikeways Network Program | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 310 |
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HB0769 (SB0133) | Education - High School Students - Graduation and Attendance Credit for Vocational Training | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Withdrawn by Sponsor |
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HB0770 | Business Regulation - Home Improvement Contracts - Deposits | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/11 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0861 | Public Utilities - Underground Facilities - Time-Sensitive Ticket | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Withdrawn by Sponsor |
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HB0907 | University System of Maryland - Admissions - Notification of Potential Income | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/10 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0908 (SB0404) | Labor and Employment - Maryland Healthy Working Families Act - Verification | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/25 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0914 (SB0674) | Gun Theft Felony Act of 2020 | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/04 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0920 | Motor Vehicles - Motorcycles - Overtaking and Passing Vehicles | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Environment and Transportation |
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HB0940 | Personal Property Tax - Exemption for Business Personal Property | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/18 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0955 | Snare Traps – Prohibition Against Sale or Possession – Alterations | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - First Reading Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs |
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HB0967 | Task Force to Study Privatization of the University of Maryland Medical System | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/02 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0968 | Regulated Firearms - Straw Purchase - Penalties | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/04 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0998 /CH0402 (SB0501/CH0403) | Maryland Loan Assistance Repayment Program for Physicians and Physician Assistants - Administration and Funding | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 402 |
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HB0999 /CH0606 (SB0540) | Member-Regulated Cooperatives - Establishment (Rural Broadband for the Eastern Shore Act of 2020) | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 606 |
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HB1021 (SB0906) | Labor and Employment - Maryland Healthy Working Families Act - Seasonal Temporary Workers | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Economic Matters |
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HB1077 /CH0421 (SB1056) | Real Property - Deletion of Unlawful Ownership Restrictions - Exemption From Fees and Surcharges | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 421 |
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HB1118 /CH0427 (SB0885) | Motor Vehicle Administration – Voluntary Developmental Disability Self–Disclosure Cards – Design and Issuance | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 427 |
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HB1123 (SB0403) | Labor and Employment - Maryland Wage and Hour Law - Agricultural Stands | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/03 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB1162 | Health - Abortions - Reporting Requirements | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/13 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB1186 | Reckless and Negligent Driving - Death of Another - Must-Appear Violation | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/04 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB1197 | Criminal Procedure - Pretrial Release - Assault on a Law Enforcement Officer (Police Protection Act) | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/21 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB1289 | Criminal Procedure - Victims and Victims' Representatives - Plea Agreements (The Victim Empowerment in Plea Deals Act of 2020) | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Withdrawn by Sponsor |
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HB1325 | Crimes of Violence - Parole (Stopping Dangerous and Violent Criminals Act of 2020) | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/10 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB1348 | Criminal Procedure - Sex Offender Registration - Indecent Exposure by Inmate | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/21 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB1357 | Criminal Law - Felony Second-Degree Assault | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Withdrawn by Sponsor |
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HB1358 | Income Tax - Subtraction Modification - Retirement Income | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/06 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB1376 | Criminal Procedure - Cameras in the Courtroom - Criminal Sentencing Hearings (Cameras in the Courtroom Act of 2020) | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/26 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB1378 | Criminal Law - Opioids - Distribution Causing Death of Minor | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/06 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB1398 /CH0463 | Queen Anne's County - Alcoholic Beverages - License Applications | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 463 |
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HB1407 | Primary and Secondary Education – Student Discipline (Right to Teach Act of 2020) | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/04 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB1411 | Correctional Services – Transfers to Federal Authorities – Undocumented Immigrants (Protecting Marylanders from Violent Crime Act of 2020) | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/10 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB1435 | Alcoholic Beverages - Retail License Holders - Alcohol Awareness Program | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - First Reading Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs |
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HB1446 /CH0475 (SB0350/CH0476) | State Real Estate Commission - Continuing Education Requirements - Ethics and Professionalism | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 475 |
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HB1447 (SB1045) | Department of Information Technology - Study of a Common Information Technology Platform for Health Occupations Boards | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - First Reading Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs |
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HB1458 | Maryland State Commission for Criminal Sentencing Policy – Sentencing Guidelines – Plea Agreements (Truth in Plea Deals Act of 2020) | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/10 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB1460 | Congressional Districts - Standards (Anti-Gerrymandering of Maryland's Congressional Districts) | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/02 at 2:00 p.m. |
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HB1487 (SB0986) | Public Schools - Agricultural Education and Grant Programs | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/04 at 1:00 p.m. (Ways and Means) |
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HB1488 (SB0985) | Certified Local Farm Enterprise Program and Certified Local Farm Enterprise Food Aggregation Grant Fund - Establishment | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Vetoed by the Governor (Policy) |
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HB1491 | Congressional Districts - Standards (Anti-Gerrymandering of Maryland's Congressional Districts) | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/02 at 2:00 p.m. |
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HB1493 /CH0622 (SB0878/CH0623) | Worcester County - Special Event Zones - Prohibitions | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 622 |
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HB1495 | Legislative Districts - Standards | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/02 at 2:00 p.m. |
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HB1499 | Education - Public High Schools - Financial Literacy Curriculum | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/04 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB1500 /CH0481 | Special Taxing Districts - Eastern Shore Code Counties - Authorization | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 481 |
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HB1551 | Health Practitioners - Minor Patients - Child Abuse Reporting | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/27 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB1624 | Primary and Secondary Schools - Alternative School Options (Right to Learn Act) | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - First Reading House Rules and Executive Nominations |
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HB1644 | Inspector General for Education - Powers and Duties - Alterations (Accountability in Education Act of 2020) | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Withdrawn by Sponsor |
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HJ0002 | Exposure to Pornography - Public Health Crisis | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/24 at 2:00 p.m. |
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HJ0005 | United States Constitution - Amendments Convention - Congressional Term Limits Amendment | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/02 at 2:00 p.m. |
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HJ0011 | United States Constitution - Amendments Convention - Limitations on Federal Power | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/02 at 2:00 p.m. |
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HB0336 (SB0281/CH0544) | Renewable Energy Development and Siting (REDS) – Evaluations and Tax and Fee Exemptions | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/28 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0340 (SB0274) | State Government - Protection of Information - Revisions (Maryland Data Privacy Act) | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | In the Senate - First Reading Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs |
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HB0341 (SB0266) | Redistricting Reform Act of 2020 – Constitutional Amendment | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/02 at 2:00 p.m. |
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HB0342 (SB0278) | Retirement Tax Reduction Act of 2020 | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/14 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0343 (SB0270) | Economic Development - Maryland Technology Infrastructure Program | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/28 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0346 (SB0284) | Redistricting Reform Act of 2020 | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/02 at 2:00 p.m. |
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HB0347 (SB0275) | Education - Community and Local Accountability for Struggling Schools (CLASS) Act of 2020 - Innovation Schools | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/19 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0348 (SB0267) | AP Opportunities Act of 2020 | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/05 at 2:00 p.m. |
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HB0349 /CH0176 (SB0280/CH0177) | Occupational and Professional Licensing - Service Members, Veterans, and Military Spouses - Revisions to Reciprocity Requirements | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 176 |
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HB0350 (SB0269) | Income Tax Subtraction Modification - Correctional Officers, Law Enforcement Officers, and Fire, Rescue, and Emergency Services Personnel (Hometown Heroes Act) | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/14 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0355 (SB0272) | State Commission on Criminal Sentencing Policy - Annual Report - Crimes of Violence (The Judicial Transparency Act of 2020) | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/04 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0356 (SB0273) | Crimes - Firearms - Penalties and Procedures (Violent Firearms Offender Act of 2020) | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/04 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0357 (SB0271) | Crimes - Victim and Witness Intimidation - Penalties and Procedures | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/04 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0358 (SB0268) | Victim's Rights - Restitution | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/04 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0360 (SB0283) | Ethics and Accountability in Government Act | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/03 at 1:00 p.m. (Environment and Transportation) |
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HB0361 (SB0279) | Income Tax - Subtraction Modification - Military Retirement Income | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/14 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0362 /CH0180 (SB0282/CH0181) | Maryland National Guard - Tuition Assistance Program - Modifications | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 180 |
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Project Name | Status | House Sponsors | Senate Sponsors | County | Amount Requested | Senate Initiative | House Initiative | Other Funding | Total Funding |
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Caroline County Public Schools Track Replacement | Introduced | Caroline | $400,000 | $200,000 | $168,500 | $368,500 | |||
Kent County High School | Introduced | Kent | $500,000 | $250,000 | $250,000 | ||||
Haven Homes | Introduced | Queen Anne's | $150,000 | $150,000 | $150,000 | ||||
Maryland Museum of Women's History | Introduced | Queen Anne's | $150,000 | $150,000 | $150,000 | ||||
Queen Anne's County Arts Council | Introduced | Queen Anne's | $250,000 | $125,000 | $125,000 |

- Tenure
- First elected to the Maryland House of Delegates, 2010. Member of the House since 2011.
- Current Assignments
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- 2015 Environment and Transportation Committee
- 2015 Natural Resources, Agriculture, and Open Space Subcommittee of the Environment and Transportation Committee
- 2015 Motor Vehicles and Transportation Subcommittee of the Environment and Transportation Committee
- 2015 Joint Committee on Administrative, Executive, and Legislative Review (AELR)
- 2011- Chair, Kent County House Delegation
- Past House Service
- Environmental Matters Committee, 2011-2015; Natural Resources Subcommittee of the Environmental Matters Committee, 2011-2015; Agriculture, Agriculture Preservation, and Open Space Subcommittee of the Environmental Matters Committee, 2011-2015; Chair, Caroline County House Delegation, 2011-2015.
- Public Service
- Rural Healthcare Delivery Workgroup, 2016-2017; Maryland Dairy Industry Oversight and Advisory Council, 2015-; Kent County Delegation, 2011-; Bainbridge Development Advisory Board, 2011-; Mid-Shore Regional Council, 2011-; Nutrient Management Advisory Committee, 2011-; Tri-County Council for the Lower Eastern Shore of Maryland, 2011-; Critical Area Commission for the Chesapeake and Atlantic Coastal Bays, 2009-2011; Mayor of Rock Hall, 1999-2011; Maryland Municipal League, 1997-2011; Upper Shore Regional Council, 2007-; Chair, Rock Hall Tricentenial, 2007; Workforce Housing Task Force, Kent County, 2006-2007; Board of Directors, Maryland Municipal League, 2002-2007; District Vice President, Maryland Municipal League, 2002-2007; Strategic Economic Development Advisory Board, Kent County, 2003-2004; Vice Mayor of Rock Hall, 1997-1999; Alcohol and Drug Advisory Board, Queen Anne's County, Past President, 1990-1992; Planning and Zoning Board, Rock Hall, 1976-1980.
- Memberships
- Maryland Mayor's Association , 1999-2011; Eastern Shore Association of Municipalities , 1997-2011; President, Kent County Council of Governments , 2007-2010; Kent County Council of Governments , 1997-2007; President, Maryland Mayor's Association , 2003; Board of Directors, Rock Hall Volunteer Fire Company , 1997-; Member and Administrative Officer, Kent County Community Marching Band , 1993-.
- Awards
- Person of the Year, WCTR, Chestertown , 2007; Community Service Award, Kent County Chamber of Commerce , 2001.
- Biographical Information
- Born, Rock Hall, Maryland; Kent County High School; Owner, Jay A. Jacobs Complete Kitchens and Baths LLC; Firefighter and Ambulance Driver, Rock Hall Volunteer Fire Company, 1996-; Member, Wesley United Methodist Church, Rock Hall; Married.
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