Election Law - Gubernatorial Primary Election - Date

HB 945 changes Maryland's law for the gubernatorial primary election date, moving it from the "last fourth Tuesday" in June to simply the "fourth Tuesday" in June during even-numbered years when a governor is elected. This bill directly affects voters and candidates in Maryland's gubernatorial races, as it standardizes the primary date without the "last" qualifier. The key provision amends Section 8-201 of Maryland's Election Law to specify the fourth Tuesday in June as the fixed date for these primaries. The change takes effect October 1, 2025.