All Roll Calls
Yes: 145 • No: 32
MarylandHB 02782026 Regular SessionHouseWALLET
Human Services - Department of Aging and Commission on Aging (The Longevity Ready Maryland Act)
Sponsored By: Sponsor information unavailable
Signed by Governor
ElderlyAccessibility - see also- Blind; Deaf; Disabilities; etcAging, Department ofCaregiversCommittee ChangesCommittees and CommissionsDemographics -see also- Census; DataElderly Persons (65+) -see also- Elder Abuse and NeglectElectronic DocumentsGeneral Assembly -see also- AELR Cmte; LegislativePolCmteGovernorHealth -see also- COVID19; EnvHlth; MedCon; etc.Intergovernmental Cooperation -see also- AdmAgn; Cmts; etc.Internet -see also- Internet AccessMeetings -see also- Hearings; Open GovernmentMental and Behavioral Health -see also- Aut; Cogn; Dev; etc.Plans and ProposalsReportsTime
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
5 provisions identified: 3 benefits, 0 costs, 2 mixed.
Statewide plan to support healthy aging
Beginning October 1, 2026, the Secretary of Aging leads the Longevity Ready Maryland Plan. The Secretary evaluates older adults’ needs, checks how programs work, and coordinates services so people can live at home. The Department runs an information, referral, and counseling system and posts a public tracker on its website. The Secretary advocates for policy changes and works with the Commission on Aging. By January 1 each year, the Secretary reports progress and recommendations to the Governor and, as allowed, to the General Assembly. A full plan update is due by July 1, 2029, and then every four years.
Commission advises on the aging plan
Beginning October 1, 2026, the Commission on Aging reviews the Longevity Ready Maryland Plan and progress by the Department and partners. It advises the Secretary on needed laws, policies, and system changes. It also advises on updates to goals, objectives, and strategies for future plans.
More diverse Aging Commission, with staff
Starting October 1, 2026, the Commission on Aging includes a senator, a delegate, the Secretary or designee, and Governor‑appointed members such as area agency leaders, advocates, experts, interested residents, and one veteran. Appointments aim to reflect Maryland’s diversity across age, race, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, immigrant heritage, experience, and region. The Department of Aging provides staff to support the Commission.
Four-year terms and staggered seats
Starting October 1, 2026, Commission members serve four‑year terms. Members in the Governor‑appointed categories can serve no more than two back‑to‑back terms. To stagger turnover, four seats end in 2028, five in 2029, and five in 2030.
New rules for Commission meetings and pay
Starting October 1, 2026, the Commission sets how often and where it meets. The Secretary of Aging names the chair and may name a vice chair. A majority of members then serving is a quorum, the chair may create subcommittees, and the Commission can work with local aging commissions. Members are not paid, but they can be repaid for travel costs under State rules and the budget. Any member who attends less than half the meetings in any 12 months is treated as having resigned.
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Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsors
There is no primary sponsor on record.
Cosponsors
There are no cosponsors for this bill.
Roll Call Votes
Senate vote • 4/8/2026
Third Reading Passed
Yes: 43 • No: 0 • Other: 2
House vote • 2/19/2026
Third Reading Passed
Yes: 102 • No: 32 • Other: 7
Actions Timeline
Approved by the Governor - Chapter 93
4/14/2026Returned Passed
4/9/2026HouseThird Reading Passed (43-0)
4/8/2026SenateSecond Reading Passed
4/7/2026SenateFavorable Adopted
4/7/2026SenateFavorable Report by Finance
4/6/2026SenateReferred Finance
2/20/2026SenateThird Reading Passed (102-32)
2/19/2026HouseSecond Reading Passed with Amendments
2/17/2026HouseFavorable with Amendments {863520/1 Adopted
2/17/2026HouseFavorable with Amendments Report by Health
2/16/2026HouseHearing 2/05 at 1:45 p.m.
1/20/2026HouseFirst Reading Health
1/14/2026HousePre-filed
9/24/2025House
Bill Text
Enacted
4/14/2026
Third Reading
2/17/2026
First Reading
1/14/2026
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