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MarylandHB 02862026 Regular SessionHouse

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.

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: 172 • No: 1

Senate vote • 4/9/2026

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 39 • No: 0 • Other: 6

House vote • 2/19/2026

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 133 • No: 1 • Other: 1

Actions Timeline

  1. Approved by the Governor - Chapter 80

    4/14/2026

  2. Returned Passed

    4/9/2026House

  3. Third Reading Passed (39-0)

    4/9/2026Senate

  4. Favorable Adopted Second Reading Passed

    4/8/2026Senate

  5. Favorable Report by Judicial Proceedings

    4/8/2026Senate

  6. Referred Judicial Proceedings

    2/20/2026Senate

  7. Third Reading Passed (133-1)

    2/19/2026House

  8. Second Reading Passed

    2/17/2026House

  9. Favorable Adopted

    2/17/2026House

  10. Favorable Report by Judiciary

    2/16/2026House

  11. Hearing 2/04 at 1:00 p.m.

    1/16/2026House

  12. Hearing canceled

    1/16/2026House

  13. Hearing 2/04 at 2:00 p.m.

    1/16/2026House

  14. First Reading Judiciary

    1/14/2026House

  15. Pre-filed

    9/26/2025House

Bill Text

  • Enacted

    4/14/2026

    PDF

  • Third Reading

    2/17/2026

    PDF

  • First Reading

    1/14/2026

    PDF

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