Workgroup to Study Extreme Risk Protective Orders (Sagar Ghimire Act)

Summary

The bill establishes a six‑member workgroup, chaired by the Maryland Secretary of Health, to examine how extreme risk protective orders are used in the state. The group must develop policy recommendations and deliver a report to the governor and General Assembly by May 1 2027. It is intended to improve the effectiveness of these orders for public safety.

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Hearings

• Judiciary — Bill Hearing
  Judiciary · Mar 12, 2026

History

1. Mar 12, 2026Hearing canceled
2. Mar 12, 2026Hearing 3/12 at 1:30 p.m.
3. Feb 16, 2026Hearing 3/12 at 1:00 p.m.
4. Feb 13, 2026First Reading Judiciary

Sponsors

• Bhandari · sponsor

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