Transportation

signed · Maryland · House of Delegates May 12, 2026

HB 1081: Maryland Transit Administration Reform Act

HB 1081 creates a new Board of Directors for Baltimore Core Transit Service (encompassing local buses, light rail, Metro Subway, and paratransit in Baltimore) within the Maryland Transit Administration (MTA). The Board, composed of 9 voting members (including 5 governor-appointed members with specific rider, accessibility, and labor representation requirements, plus city/county appointees), must approve major service plans and policies for Baltimore transit. The bill repeals the existing Baltimore Regional Transit Commission, proposes a constitutional amendment to allow MTA to use land acquisition powers for projects, and exempts MTA capital construction from certain state procurement rules. It directly affects MTA operations in Baltimore and establishes new governance structures for regional transit services.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationCreates new governance structure for Baltimore transit with rider/accessibility representation, aiming to improve service policies and oversight per bill summary.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

signed · Maryland · Senate May 12, 2026

SB 10: State Highway Administration - Speed Monitoring Systems - Application Approval

This bill requires Maryland's State Highway Administration to approve, deny, or return speed monitoring system applications within 90 days. If the Administration fails to act within this timeframe, the application is automatically approved. It directly affects counties seeking to install speed monitoring systems on state highways within municipal areas, mandating they first obtain the Administration's approval and notify local municipalities. The bill also defines "speed monitoring systems" as devices capturing images of vehicles exceeding the speed limit by at least 12 mph. The law takes effect October 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationStreamlines approval for speed monitoring systems, enhancing highway safety compliance and implementation on state highways.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

signed · Maryland · Senate May 12, 2026

SB 68: Driver’s Licenses – Driver Skills Examination – Motorcycle Safety Awareness (D. Torch Road Safety Act)

SB 68 requires Maryland's Motor Vehicle Administration to add at least five motorcycle safety questions to the driver skills exam for all new or upgraded driver's licenses. These questions will cover specific topics like motorcycle visibility, proper lane positioning, safe following distances, and crash prevention around motorcycles. The bill directly affects every driver's license applicant in Maryland who takes the skills exam, including those seeking motorcycle licenses. It becomes effective on October 1, 2026, without altering existing vision or road test requirements.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAdds motorcycle safety questions to driver exams, enhancing road safety standards for all license applicants.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

signed · Maryland · House of Delegates May 12, 2026

HB 601: Montgomery County - Stop Sign Monitoring Systems Pilot Program - Gaithersburg and Rockville MC 5-26

HB 601 authorizes the use of stop sign monitoring systems in school zones within the City of Gaithersburg and the City of Rockville, expanding a pilot program previously allowed in Prince George’s County, Baltimore City, and Takoma Park. The bill requires local governments to approve these systems through local law after public hearings and mandates clear signage and public notice before implementation. It specifically limits the systems to school zones on local highways (for cities) or state highways (for the State Highway Administration), and defines "violation" as failing to stop completely at a stop sign. The policy change directly affects drivers navigating stop signs in school zones within these two cities during the pilot period.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAuthorizes stop sign monitoring in school zones to enhance road safety, directly advancing transportation safety standards in infrastructure management.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

signed · Maryland · Senate Apr 28, 2026

SB 473: Public Utilities - For-Hire Drivers and Transportation Network Operators - Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention Training and Liability

SB 473 requires new applicants for taxicab, for-hire driver, or transportation network operator (e.g., Uber/Lyft) licenses in Maryland to submit proof they completed human trafficking awareness training. This includes either the U.S. Department of Transportation’s "Leaders Against Human Trafficking" program or another nationally recognized training program. The bill also protects licensed drivers from civil or criminal liability when reporting suspected trafficking in good faith. These requirements apply specifically to new license applicants, not current license holders, and are designed to help identify and prevent trafficking through driver training and reporting.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires human trafficking training for drivers, aiding crime prevention and reporting in criminal justice context85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates trafficking training for for-hire drivers (Uber/Lyft), enhancing safety standards in transportation services per topic's vehicle regulations focus.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

signed · Maryland · House of Delegates Apr 28, 2026

HB 927: Carroll County - Public Facilities Bond

HB 927 authorizes Carroll County to borrow up to $27 million through general obligation bonds to fund public infrastructure projects, including water and sewer systems, volunteer fire department equipment/buildings, and other facilities like parks, roads, and agricultural land preservation. The bonds would be tax-exempt at state and local levels, with annual property taxes levied to repay them. This bill directly affects Carroll County residents through future tax-funded projects and volunteer fire departments receiving loan access for equipment and facilities. The county retains full discretion over bond terms, including interest rates, maturity dates (up to 30 years), and specific project allocations within the $27 million limit.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes $27M tax-exempt bonds for public infrastructure funding (water, fire, parks), directly advancing budget allocation for essential services through future property tax levies.92% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill explicitly funds road infrastructure projects through $27M bonds for Carroll County public facilities, directly advancing transportation infrastructure as per topic description.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

signed · Maryland · House of Delegates Apr 28, 2026

HB 833: Commission to Advance Lithium-Ion Battery Safety in Maryland - Reestablishment

HB 833 reestablishes Maryland's Commission to Advance Lithium-Ion Battery Safety with updated membership and a focused mandate. The commission, composed of 27+ members including state agencies, fire departments, battery manufacturers, recyclers, and industry representatives, will study key safety issues like preventing fires in consumer/transportation applications, recycling standards, port/rail risks, and insurance impacts. It must submit an interim report by December 1, 2026, with recommendations on best practices, training, and regulatory approaches. This bill directly affects state agencies, first responders, and industries handling lithium-ion batteries, but does not enact new laws - only directs the commission to study and advise.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyPromotes safety standards for lithium-ion batteries used in renewable energy storage and EVs, supporting clean energy infrastructure adoption through mandatory safety studies and recycling standards.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFocus on battery recycling standards and safety prevents pollution, aligning with environmental protection goals.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates commission to study lithium-ion battery safety in transportation applications, including fire prevention in vehicles/transit systems, directly enhancing transportation safety standards.92% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

signed · Maryland · Senate Apr 28, 2026

SB 487: Motor Vehicles - Speed Monitoring Systems - Safety Corridors (Vulnerable Road User Protection Act of 2026)

SB 487 authorizes Maryland’s State Highway Administration and local jurisdictions to install speed monitoring systems in designated "safety corridors" - areas identified as high-risk for pedestrians, cyclists, and other vulnerable road users. It updates existing traffic laws to clarify that penalties from speed monitoring citations (e.g., for speeding in these corridors) must be paid directly to local political subdivisions for uncontested cases or to District Courts for contested cases. The bill amends multiple sections of Maryland’s Transportation and Courts codes to integrate these systems into standard traffic enforcement procedures. It directly affects drivers receiving citations in monitored corridors, local governments implementing the systems, and courts handling related cases. The law focuses on operational details of speed monitoring, not broader safety outcomes.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAuthorizes speed monitoring in safety corridors for pedestrians/cyclists, enhancing road safety for vulnerable users per bill's core purpose.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

signed · Maryland · Senate Apr 14, 2026

SB 188: Maryland Transportation Authority - Revenue Bond Limit - Increase

SB 188 would increase the annual limit on toll-revenue bonds the Maryland Transportation Authority (MTA) can issue from $4 billion to $5 billion, effective July 1, 2026. This change directly affects the MTA, allowing it to finance new transportation projects or refinancing without legislative approval for existing bond-funded projects. The bill specifies that the $5 billion cap applies to the total outstanding principal of toll-revenue bonds as of June 30 each year, with adjustments for federal loans drawn under the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act. It does not alter how funds are used but expands the MTA's borrowing capacity for transportation infrastructure.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationIncreases MTA's bond capacity to fund transportation infrastructure projects without legislative approval for refinancing.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

signed · Maryland · House of Delegates Apr 14, 2026

HB 229: Maryland Transportation Authority - Revenue Bond Limit - Increase

HB 229 proposes to increase the Maryland Transportation Authority's (MDTA) annual limit for outstanding toll-revenue bonds from $4 billion to $5 billion, effective June 30 each year. This change directly affects the MDTA, allowing it to issue more bonds to fund transportation projects financed through toll revenue. The bill also specifies that the $5 billion cap would be reduced by any federal loans or drawn lines of credit under the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act. The increase aims to provide greater flexibility for the MDTA to finance transportation infrastructure without requiring annual legislative approval for the bond limit. The bill is currently pending in committee after a favorable report.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationIncreases MDTA bond cap to fund transportation infrastructure projects via toll revenue, directly advancing infrastructure funding.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation