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MarylandHB 02782026 Regular SessionHouse

Human Services - Department of Aging and Commission on Aging (The Longevity Ready Maryland Act)

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Signed by Governor

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

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

New statewide plan for senior services

Beginning October 1, 2026, Maryland creates the Longevity Ready Maryland Plan. The Secretary of Aging leads it and sets priorities. The Department assesses needs, coordinates programs, and gives technical help to local aging agencies. It keeps a public information and referral service and a website to track progress. The plan links health care, long‑term care, housing, mobility, and social supports so more people can live at home. The Secretary publishes an updated plan by July 1, 2029 and every four years after.

Stronger state Commission on Aging

Beginning October 1, 2026, the state strengthens the Commission on Aging. Membership now includes lawmakers, the Aging Secretary, three area agency directors, advocates, experts, community members, and a veteran. Appointments aim to reflect Maryland’s diversity across age, disability, race, and region. The Department staffs the Commission. A member who attends under 50% of meetings in 12 months is considered resigned. Current members finish their terms; new terms are staggered so four end in 2028, five in 2029, and five in 2030. Regular terms are four years with a two‑term limit. The Commission reviews plan progress and advises on laws, policies, goals, and strategies.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsors

There is no primary sponsor on record.

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 145 • No: 32

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: 1

Actions Timeline

  1. Approved by the Governor - Chapter 93

    4/14/2026

  2. Returned Passed

    4/9/2026House

  3. Third Reading Passed (43-0)

    4/8/2026Senate

  4. Second Reading Passed

    4/7/2026Senate

  5. Favorable Adopted

    4/7/2026Senate

  6. Favorable Report by Finance

    4/6/2026Senate

  7. Referred Finance

    2/20/2026Senate

  8. Third Reading Passed (102-32)

    2/19/2026House

  9. Second Reading Passed with Amendments

    2/17/2026House

  10. Favorable with Amendments {863520/1 Adopted

    2/17/2026House

  11. Favorable with Amendments Report by Health

    2/16/2026House

  12. Hearing 2/05 at 1:45 p.m.

    1/20/2026House

  13. First Reading Health

    1/14/2026House

  14. Pre-filed

    9/24/2025House

Bill Text

  • Enacted

    4/14/2026

    PDF

  • Third Reading

    2/17/2026

    PDF

  • First Reading

    1/14/2026

    PDF

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