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MarylandSB 05532026 Regular SessionSenateWALLET

Commission to Advance Lithium-Ion Battery Safety in Maryland - Reestablishment

Sponsored By: Malcolm Augustine

Signed by Governor

EnvironmentEnergy and ClimateCommittees and CommissionsEnergy AdministrationEnergy Matters -see also- Fuel; NuclearMatt; PwrPlnts; etc.Environment, Department of theEnvironmental Matters -see also- Conserv; Nat Resrce; PollutFire ProtectionHazardous and Toxic Substances -see also- Asbestos; RadiatnInsurance AdministrationNatural Resources, Department ofPublic Service CommissionRecyclingReportsSafety -see also- Occupational SafetySports and RecreationStorageSunsetTowingTransportation, Department of

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

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

Maryland lithium-ion safety commission returns

The law reestablishes the Commission to Advance Lithium‑Ion Battery Safety. It starts June 1, 2026 and ends June 30, 2028. Members come from state agencies, fire service, recycling and waste, utilities, ports and shipping, insurance, battery and vehicle industries, towing, and turfgrass. The Commission may add other members as needed. The chair on December 31, 2025 stays as chair. The Office of the State Fire Marshal provides staff. Members are not paid but can get travel costs reimbursed under State rules, subject to the State budget.

Studies and reports on battery fires

The Commission studies how to prevent, detect, and fight lithium‑ion battery fires in homes, vehicles, the grid, and recycling sites. It reviews reuse, recycling, safe collection and storage, and considers extended producer responsibility. It looks at training and public education, risks at the Port of Baltimore and on roads, rail, and tunnels, and insurance impacts. It reviews federal rules and standards like NFPA 855 and may consult outside experts. An interim report is due by December 1, 2026. A final report is due by December 1, 2027. This work runs from June 1, 2026 through June 30, 2028.

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Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

  • Malcolm Augustine

    Senate

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 219 • No: 1

Senate vote • 4/9/2026

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 41 • No: 0 • Other: 4

House vote • 4/8/2026

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 133 • No: 1 • Other: 7

Senate vote • 3/12/2026

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 45 • No: 0 • Other: 2

Actions Timeline

  1. Approved by the Governor - Chapter 252

    4/28/2026

  2. Passed Enrolled

    4/9/2026Senate

  3. Third Reading Passed (41-0)

    4/9/2026Senate

  4. Senate Concurs House Amendments

    4/9/2026Senate

  5. Third Reading Passed (133-1)

    4/8/2026House

  6. Second Reading Passed with Amendments

    4/3/2026House

  7. Favorable with Amendments {263229/1 Adopted

    4/3/2026House

  8. Favorable with Amendments Report by Environment and Transportation

    4/3/2026House

  9. Hearing 4/02 at 1:00 p.m.

    3/25/2026House

  10. Referred Environment and Transportation

    3/13/2026House

  11. Third Reading Passed (45-0)

    3/12/2026Senate

  12. Second Reading Passed with Amendments

    3/10/2026Senate

  13. Favorable with Amendments {633629/1 Adopted

    3/10/2026Senate

  14. Favorable with Amendments Report by Education, Energy, and the Environment

    3/9/2026Senate

  15. Hearing 2/24 at 1:00 p.m.

    2/5/2026Senate

  16. First Reading Education, Energy, and the Environment

    2/4/2026Senate

Bill Text

  • Enrolled

    4/9/2026

    PDF

  • Third Reading

    3/10/2026

    PDF

  • First Reading

    2/4/2026

    PDF

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