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Maryland General Assembly · SB0290 · Approved by the Governor - Chapter 485 (Chapter 485)

Baltimore City - Ordinance Enforcement - Fines and Penalties

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Moved
Reached a final decision
Became law
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Officially: “Baltimore City - Ordinance Enforcement - Fines and Penalties Read the full text

2026 session

What it does

Removing the maximum amount that Baltimore City is authorized to establish for civil and criminal fines and penalties for violating certain ordinances, rules, or regulations.
From the official legislative record, shown verbatim. Not legal advice.

Where it is

First reading, house of origin · Jan 20, 2026
Hearing · Feb 5, 2026
Committee report, house of origin: Favorable with Amendments · Mar 19, 2026
Second reading, house of origin: Passed with Amendments · Mar 3, 2026
Third reading, house of origin: Passed · Mar 4, 2026
First reading, opposite house · Mar 8, 2026
Committee report, opposite house: Favorable · Apr 8, 2026
Second reading, opposite house: Passed · Mar 22, 2026
Third reading, opposite house: Passed · Apr 1, 2026

The numbers

2
sponsors on the bill

Sponsors

Senator McCrayBaltimore City Administration
Every fact on this page links to its source, starting with the official bill record. Last action: Approved by the Governor - Chapter 485 (as of Aug 30, 2026).