Clean Maryland Democracy Amendment

Summary

The bill adds a constitutional amendment that ensures all eligible voters have equal voting rights and protects elections from foreign influence and large corporate domination. It also requires the General Assembly to enact a Maryland Voting Rights Act, bans foreign government or foreign‑influenced contributions, mandates disclosure of major political donors, and establishes a voluntary public‑financing program for General Assembly candidates. The amendment will be placed on the November 2026 ballot for voter approval.

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Hearings

• Government, Labor, and Elections — Bill Hearing
  Government, Labor, and Elections · Feb 11, 2026

History

1. Feb 6, 2026Hearing canceled
2. Feb 6, 2026Hearing 2/11 at 2:00 p.m.
3. Jan 30, 2026Hearing 2/11 at 1:00 p.m.
4. Jan 28, 2026First Reading Government, Labor, and Elections

Sponsors

• Stewart · sponsor

Bill text

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