Public Health - Human Immunodeficiency Virus - Repeal of Prohibition on Transfer and Study

HB 1382 repeals a Maryland law that criminalized knowingly transmitting HIV to another person, removing a misdemeanor penalty of up to three years in jail or a $2,500 fine. It requires the Maryland Department of Health to review HIV-related laws and regulations for outdated or discriminatory provisions and recommend updates by December 1, 2025. The review is contingent on the Department confirming it can complete the work with existing resources by July 5, 2025. The repeal of the criminal prohibition takes effect on October 1, 2025, while the review requirement would take effect on July 1, 2025, if the resource condition is met.