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Maryland General Assembly · SB0656 · Approved by the Governor - Chapter 283 (Chapter 283)

Public Health - Cosmetic Products - Enforcement and Penalties for Prohibited Ingredients (Crown and Care Act - Protecting Communities from Harmful Hair Chemicals)

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Officially: “Public Health - Cosmetic Products - Enforcement and Penalties for Prohibited Ingredients (Crown and Care Act - Protecting Communities from Harmful Hair Chemicals) Read the full text

2026 session

What it does

Making a violation of certain provisions of law regarding the manufacture, sale, delivery, holding, or offering for sale certain cosmetic products an unfair, abusive, or deceptive trade practice; providing that a person who violates the is liable for certain civil damages resulting from actual harm sustained by an individual; requiring the Department of Health and the Attorney General to develop a plan for a special fund to support research and treatment related to conditions caused by harmful c
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Where it is

First reading, house of origin · Feb 5, 2026
Hearing · Feb 27, 2026
Committee report, house of origin: Favorable with Amendments · Mar 15, 2026
Second reading, house of origin: Passed with Amendments · Feb 28, 2026
Third reading, house of origin: Passed · Mar 2, 2026
First reading, opposite house · Mar 6, 2026
Committee report, opposite house: Favorable with Amendments · Apr 2, 2026
Second reading, opposite house: Passed with Amendments · Mar 17, 2026
Third reading, opposite house: Passed with Amendments · Mar 21, 2026

The numbers

1
sponsor on the bill

Sponsors

Senator Henson
Every fact on this page links to its source, starting with the official bill record. Last action: Approved by the Governor - Chapter 283 (as of Aug 30, 2026).