Legislation
Delegate Charles J. Otto
- District
- 38A
- County
- Somerset and Worcester
- 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 Lowe House Office Building
6 Bladen Street
Annapolis, MD 21401 -
Phone 410-841-3433 | 301-858-3433
Toll-free in MD 1-800-492-7122 ext. 3433
Fax 410-841-3463
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321 Lowe House Office Building
- Interim Info
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P.O. Box 38
Princess Anne, MD 21853 -
Phone 410-621-0200
Fax 410-621-0300
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P.O. Box 38
- Contact
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charles.otto@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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| HB0143 /CH0389 (SB0098) | Somerset County - Natural Resources - Sunday Hunting | Primary | 1 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 389 |
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| HB0289 /CH0213 (SB0270/CH0214) | Somerset County – Elections – County Commissioners Districts and Board of Education Candidate Filings | Primary | 1 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 213 |
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| HB0382 /CH0613 (SB0439/CH0614) | Somerset County – Local Officials – Salaries and Daily Allowance for Traveling Expenses | Primary | 1 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 613 |
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| HB0671 /CH0758 (SB0495) | Somerset County - Alcoholic Beverages - Abolishment of Liquor Control Board and Dispensary System | Primary | 1 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 758 |
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| HB0672 | Worcester County – Turkey Hunting – Sundays | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the House - First Reading Environment and Transportation |
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| HB1133 | Oysters – Tributary–Scale Sanctuaries | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/02 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB1445 (SB0958) | Law Enforcement Officers' Pension System - Crisfield Police Department | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the House - Rereferred to Appropriations |
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| HB0075 /CH0459 | Maryland Agricultural Commission - Hemp Industry Member | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 459 |
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| HB0169 | Elections – Voter Registry – Notification and Removal of Deceased Individuals | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Withdrawn by Sponsor |
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| HB0560 | Public Safety - Consumer and Display Fireworks | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/15 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0562 | Consumer Protection - Right to Repair - Farm Equipment | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Economic Matters |
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| HB0574 | Higher Education – Edward T. and Mary A. Conroy Memorial Scholarship Program and Jean B. Cryor Memorial Scholarship Program – Alterations | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Withdrawn by Sponsor |
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| HB0582 (SB0059/CH0448) | Maryland Transportation Authority - Options for the Payment of Tolls and Civil Penalties | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/03 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0590 | Handgun Permit Holders – Authority to Carry Handguns in State Parks and Forests | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/23 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0592 /CH0408 (SB0497) | Deer Management Permit - Hunting on State Land Leased by Permit Holder - Authorization | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 408 |
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| HB0593 | Department of Natural Resources - Oyster Shell Dredging - Permit Application | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/16 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0613 | Public Schools - Appropriations for School Safety Expenditures - Increase | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/08 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0673 | Land Use - Agritourism - Definition | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/16 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0675 (SB0621) | Health Insurance – Changes to Coverage, Benefits, and Drug Formularies – Timing | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/17 at 1:30 p.m. |
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| HB0676 | Handgun Permits - Qualifications - High-Risk Occupations | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/16 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0677 | Homestead Property Tax Credit - Portability of Value to New Dwelling | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/15 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0704 | Homeowners' Property Tax Credit - Eligibility - Net Worth | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/15 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0735 | Public Health – Abortion | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/11 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0799 | State and Local Government - COVID-19 - Vaccination by Choice Act | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/14 at 2:00 p.m. |
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| HB0839 | Income Tax – Rates and Itemized Deductions | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/23 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0844 | Real Property Tax Rates - Notification to Real Property Taxpayers | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/22 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0892 (SB0578) | State Prescription Drug Benefits - Retirees | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/15 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0936 (SB0999) | Blue Ribbon Community Solar Land Use Commission | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - First Reading Finance |
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| HB0938 | Education - School Accountability - Parent Empowerment and Choice | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/09 at 2:30 p.m. |
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| HB0977 | Prevailing Wage Rate – Public School Construction – Moratorium | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Economic Matters |
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| HB0985 | Education - Public High Schools - Financial Literacy Curriculum | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 3/23 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB1063 | Correctional Services - Crimes of Violence - Parole (Stopping Dangerous and Violent Criminals Act of 2022) | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/08 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB1065 | Criminal Procedure - Pretrial Release - Crime of Violence | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/08 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB1071 | Speed Monitoring Systems - Real-Time Posting of Vehicle Speed | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/03 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB1126 (SB0854) | Graywater Systems - Public and Private Buildings - Authorization | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/02 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB1149 /CH0407 (SB0537) | Department of Natural Resources - Shrimp Fishery Regulations - Clarification | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 407 |
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| HB1150 /CH0204 (SB0579) | Vehicle Equipment - Highway Maintenance and Service - Green Flashing Lights | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 204 |
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| HB1172 (SB0989) | Election Law - Absentee Ballot Envelopes - Party Affiliation | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/08 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB1187 /CH0240 (SB0726) | Transportation – Highway User Revenues – Revenue and Distribution | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 240 |
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| HB1201 /CH0412 (SB0876/CH0411) | Water Pollution - Oyster Repletion Supplemental Environmental Projects | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 412 |
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| HB1203 | Labor and Employment - Private-Sector Employers - Right to Work | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Economic Matters |
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| HB1207 | Public Safety - Body-Worn Cameras - Costs and Expenses | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/01 at 1:00 p.m. (Judiciary) |
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| HB1283 | Election Law - Municipal Corporations - Voter Qualifications | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/08 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB1298 (SB0960) | Criminal Procedure - Hunting Offenses - Expungement | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 3/29 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB1300 /CH0473 | Beach Erosion Control District - State- and City-Owned Structures | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 473 |
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| HB1303 | Motor Vehicles - Emergency Commercial Driver's Licenses - Establishment | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/10 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB1311 | Chesapeake Bay Restoration Fund - Authorized Uses (Chesapeake Bay Restoration Fund Lockbox Act of 2022) | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/10 at 1:00 p.m. (Appropriations) |
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| HB1371 | Public Safety - States of Emergency and Catastrophic Health Emergencies - Treatment of Religious Organizations | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/08 at 1:30 p.m. |
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| HB1391 /CH0234 | Clean Cars Act of 2022 | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 234 |
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| HB1470 | State Finance and Procurement - Chesapeake Bay Watershed States - Expenses and Contracts (Quit Polluting My Bay Act of 2022) | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/15 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HJ0005 | Remembrance of the Attack on Pearl Harbor | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/03 at 8:00 a.m. |
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| HJ0006 (SJ0008) | United States Constitution – Amendments Convention – Limitations on Federal Power | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/03 at 8:00 a.m. |
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| HB0407 (SB0407) | Health Occupations - Health Care Staffing Shortage Emergency - Declaration and Licensing and Practice Requirements (Health Care Heroes Act of 2022) | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/10 at 1:30 p.m. |
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| HB0408 (SB0394/CH0239) | Statewide Targeted Overdose Prevention (STOP) Act of 2022 | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/16 at 1:30 p.m. |
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| HB0409 (SB0403) | Corporations and Associations - Annual Reports - Fees for Electronic Filings | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/09 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0410 (SB0400) | Transportation – Highway User Revenue – Distribution | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/10 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0411 (SB0397) | Public Safety – Local Law Enforcement Coordination Council and Coordinator and State Aid for Police Protection Fund | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/08 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0412 (SB0392) | State Commission on Criminal Sentencing Policy – Plea Agreements and Annual Report (The Judicial Transparency Act of 2022) | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/08 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0414 (SB0393) | Economic Development - Project Restore Program and Fund | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/23 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0415 (SB0401) | Operating Budget - Funding - Scholarships for Nonpublic School Students | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/01 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0416 (SB0399) | State Government - Quasi-Governmental Units - Oversight and Governance | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/01 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0417 /CH0057 (SB0402/CH0058) | Employees' Retirement and Pension Systems - Reemployment Earnings Limitation - COVID-19 Exemption | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 57 |
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| HB0418 (SB0391/CH0136) | Economic Development – More Jobs for Marylanders Program – Extension and Alterations | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/02 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0419 (SB0390) | State Government - Information Technology - Cybersecurity | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/22 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0420 (SB0405/CH0004) | Retirement Tax Elimination Act of 2022 | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/23 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0421 (SB0398) | Out–of–State Health Care Practitioners – Provision of Behavioral Health Services via Telehealth – Authorization | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/10 at 1:30 p.m. |
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| HB0422 (SB0404) | Working Marylanders Tax Relief Act of 2022 | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/23 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| HB0423 (SB0396) | Crimes - Firearms - Penalties and Procedures (Violent Firearms Offender Act of 2022) | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/08 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| Legislative Bond Initiatives |
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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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| Crisfield Airport Hangar | Introduced | Somerset | $700,000 | $75,000 | $75,000 | $550,000 | $700,000 | ||
| Somerset County Courthouse Renovation and Expansion | Introduced | Somerset | $800,000 | $150,000 | $150,000 |
- Tenure
- First elected to the Maryland House of Delegates, 2010. Member of the House since 2011.
- Current Assignments
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- 2013- Deputy Minority Whip
- 2015 Environment and Transportation Committee
- 2015 Natural Resources, Agriculture & Open Space Subcommittee of the Environment and Transportation Committee
- 2015 Environment Subcommittee of the Environment and Transportation Committee
- 2015 Joint Committee on Protocol
- 2015 Maryland Veterans Caucus
- 2011- Chair, Somerset County House Delegation
- 2011 Member, Eastern Shore Delegation (Chair 2019)
- Past House Service
- Environmental Matters Committee, 2011-2015; Agriculture, Agriculture Preservation, and Open Space Subcommittee of the Environmental Matters Committee, 2011-2015; Natural Resources Subcommittee of the Environmental Matters Committee, 2011-2015.
- Public Service
- Local (Video Lottery) Development Ccouncil, Worcester County, 2014-; Maryland Pesticide Reporting and Information Workgroup, 2013-2015; Nutrient Management Advisory Committee, 2011-; Pesticide Advisory Committee, 2011-; Tri-County Council for the Lower Eastern Shore of Maryland, 2011-; Former Member, Somerset County Committee, Farm Service Agency, U.S. Department of Agriculture.
- Memberships
- President, Wicomico County Farm Bureau ; Treasurer, Maryland Grain Producers Utilization Board ; Board of Directors, Maryland Farm Bureau ; Charter Member, Mt. Vernon Volunteer Fire Department ; American Society of Agronomy ; Delmarva Poultry Industry, Inc. ; National Rifle Association ; Somerset Ruritan Club, Scholarship Committee ; Maryland Grain Producers' Association ; Past Chair, Agri-Business Committee, Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce ; Past Chair, Business and Professions Committee ; Past President, Somerset County Farm Bureau .
- Awards
- Medal of Achievement, Delmarva Poultry Industry, Inc., 2016; Excellence in Crop Advising Award, American Society of Agronomy, 2008.
- Biographical Information
- Born, Salisbury, Maryland, February 15, 1964; Washington High School, 1982; Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech), B.S., Animal Science, 1986; Farmer; Sales Representative, The William B. Tilghman Co., 1986-87; Field Representative, Maryland Farm Bureau, 1987-95; Certified Crop Consultant and Sales Representative, The Farmers & Planters Co., Inc., 1995-; Member and Treasurer, John Wesley United Methodist Church, Mt. Vernon.
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