MarylandHB 02862026 Regular SessionHouseWALLET

Vehicle Laws - Ignition Interlock System Program - Required Participation

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Signed by Governor

Vehicle Laws - Rules of the RoadDrivers' LicensesDrunk and Drugged DrivingMinors -see also- Age of Majority; YouthMotor Vehicle Equipment

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

2 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 1 costs, 1 mixed.

Interlock required for restricted licenses

Beginning October 1, 2026, some drivers must join the ignition interlock program to get a modified or restricted license. You must join if a court orders it, if you were under 21 at the time of a §21-902(c) violation, or if you broke an alcohol restriction on your license. The law also lists who can be placed in the program, including drivers suspended or revoked for impaired-driving violations, drivers with drug‑impaired points, and drivers given a modified or restricted license. If you are required to join and do not start or finish, your license is suspended for 1 year. If you qualify, the Administration issues you a restricted license while you follow program rules.

New rules for interlock companies

Beginning October 1, 2026, the Motor Vehicle Administration runs a statewide ignition interlock program. Companies that install and service devices must meet minimum standards, show training and competence, and send user reports at least every 30 days. A manufacturer must sign an affidavit certifying each approved provider. Approved providers are treated as the manufacturer’s representatives, and legal notice to a provider counts as notice to the manufacturer. These rules add ongoing compliance and reporting duties and may raise costs for providers.

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Sponsors & Cosponsors

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 172 • No: 1

Senate vote • 4/9/2026

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 39 • No: 0 • Other: 2

House vote • 2/19/2026

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 133 • No: 1 • Other: 7

Actions Timeline

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 80
4/14/2026
Returned Passed
4/9/2026House
Third Reading Passed (39-0)
4/9/2026Senate
Favorable Adopted Second Reading Passed
4/8/2026Senate
Favorable Report by Judicial Proceedings
4/8/2026Senate
Referred Judicial Proceedings
2/20/2026Senate
Third Reading Passed (133-1)
2/19/2026House
Second Reading Passed
2/17/2026House
Favorable Adopted
2/17/2026House
Favorable Report by Judiciary
2/16/2026House
Hearing 2/04 at 1:00 p.m.
1/16/2026House
Hearing canceled
1/16/2026House
Hearing 2/04 at 2:00 p.m.
1/16/2026House
First Reading Judiciary
1/14/2026House
Pre-filed
9/26/2025House

Bill Text

Enacted
4/14/2026
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Third Reading
2/17/2026
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First Reading
1/14/2026
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