HB 1564·MD·house
Public Health - Drugs and Medical Devices Used in Death Sentences - Prohibition
In CommitteeFiled Feb 13, 2026
Sponsor: Taveras
Latest Action
In the House - Hearing canceled (Judiciary)
Feb 13, 2026
Summary
The bill makes it illegal for any Maryland‑based company to knowingly make, sell, distribute, dispense, or compound a drug or medical device if they know—or should know—that the request was meant for a death‑penalty execution. It targets manufacturers, distributors and pharmacies, aiming to stop private‑sector products from being used in capital punishment.
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