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MarylandHB 13262026 Regular SessionHouseWALLET

Child Abuse and Neglect - Disclosure of Reports and Records

Sponsored By: C. T. Wilson (Democratic)

Signed by Governor

Family LawChildrenChild Abuse and NeglectChild CareCrimes and Punishments -see also- Penalties and Sentnc; etc.DisclosureHealth Care Facilities -see also- Clinics; Hospices; etcHospitals -see also- Clinics; State HospitalsHuman Services, Department ofInvestigations and Inquiries -see also- Crim Bckgrnd InvestJuvenile FacilitiesOmbudsmenParents and GuardiansPrivacyRecords -see also- Land Records; Vital RecordsReportsSports and RecreationVolunteersWork, Labor, and Employment -see also- JobTrn; Leave; etc.

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

3 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 1 mixed.

Hospitals get limited parent info

Beginning October 1, 2026, when a hospital or birthing center practitioner suspects danger after discharge and asks DHS, DHS only shares two facts. DHS may say if either parent has a prior indicated abuse or neglect finding. DHS may say if there is an open abuse or neglect investigation against either parent.

Criminal penalty for illegal sharing

Beginning October 1, 2026, illegally sharing child abuse or neglect records is a misdemeanor. A conviction can bring up to 90 days in jail. A conviction can also bring a fine up to $500, or both.

Child programs get abuse findings

Beginning October 1, 2026, DHS may share child abuse or neglect records after a finalized indicated finding. This helps decide if someone is fit to work or volunteer with kids. It applies to state or local government child care centers in state buildings, youth sports programs for minors, and groups that temporarily care for or supervise children.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

  • C. T. Wilson

    Democratic • House

Cosponsors

  • Jon S. Cardin

    Democratic • House

  • Frank M. Conaway

    Democratic • House

  • Mangione

    Affiliation unavailable

  • Susan K. McComas

    Republican • House

  • Gabriel M. Moreno

    Democratic • House

  • LaToya Nkongolo

    Republican • House

  • N. Scott Phillips

    Democratic • House

  • Gary Simmons

    Democratic • House

  • Karen Simpson

    Democratic • House

  • Nicole A. Williams

    Democratic • House

  • Jamila J. Woods

    Democratic • House

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 304 • No: 0

House vote • 4/11/2026

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 130 • No: 0 • Other: 5

Senate vote • 4/10/2026

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 42 • No: 0 • Other: 2

House vote • 3/20/2026

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 132 • No: 0 • Other: 4

Actions Timeline

  1. Approved by the Governor - Chapter 790

    5/26/2026

  2. Passed Enrolled

    4/11/2026House

  3. Third Reading Passed (130-0)

    4/11/2026House

  4. House Concurs Senate Amendments

    4/11/2026House

  5. Third Reading Passed (42-0)

    4/10/2026Senate

  6. Motion Rules Suspend Two Readings Same Day Const/Rule 24 (Senator Hershey) Adopted

    4/10/2026Senate

  7. Second Reading Passed with Amendments

    4/10/2026Senate

  8. Floor Amendment {713629/1 (Senator James) Adopted

    4/10/2026Senate

  9. Favorable Adopted

    4/10/2026Senate

  10. Motion Special Order until Next Session (Senator James) Adopted

    4/10/2026Senate

  11. Favorable

    4/10/2026Senate

  12. Motion Special Order until 4/10 (Senator Hayes) Adopted

    4/8/2026Senate

  13. Favorable

    4/8/2026Senate

  14. Motion Special Order until Next Session (Senator Hayes) Adopted

    4/8/2026Senate

  15. Favorable

    4/8/2026Senate

  16. Motion Special Order until 4/8 (Senator Hayes) Adopted

    4/7/2026Senate

  17. Favorable

    4/7/2026Senate

  18. Favorable Report by Judicial Proceedings

    4/6/2026Senate

  19. Referred Judicial Proceedings

    3/23/2026Senate

  20. Third Reading Passed (132-0)

    3/20/2026House

  21. Second Reading Passed with Amendments

    3/19/2026House

  22. Favorable with Amendments {463129/1 Adopted

    3/19/2026House

  23. Favorable with Amendments Report by Judiciary

    3/19/2026House

  24. Hearing 2/26 at 1:00 p.m.

    2/13/2026House

  25. First Reading Judiciary

    2/12/2026House

Bill Text

  • Enacted

    5/26/2026

    PDF

  • Enrolled

    4/11/2026

    PDF

  • Third Reading

    3/19/2026

    PDF

  • First Reading

    2/12/2026

    PDF

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