HB1248Introduced in the House of Delegates
Workgroup for an Inclusive State Workplace - Established
Introduced by Sarah Wolek, District 16
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
Establishing the Workgroup for an Inclusive State Workplace to study and make recommendations regarding the expansion of part-time State employment opportunities for individuals who are challenged by the traditional full-time employment structure; and requiring the Department of Budget and Management, taking into consideration the Workgroup's findings and recommendations, to develop and distribute guidance to State agencies on expanding part-time employment opportunities.
Where it stands
Approved by the Governor - Chapter 386
May 12, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
House of Delegates votes
2 recorded votes · each counted separately
Senate votes
1 recorded vote · each counted separately
House of DelegatesStage: Third Reading Passed · April 13, 2026
98
Yes
35
No
8
Absent or Not Voting
141 delegates recorded in this House of Delegates vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each delegate voted
| Delegate | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Jason Buckel | 1 | No |
| Terry Baker | 1 | No |
| Jim Hinebaugh | 1 | No |
| William Wivell | 2 | No |
| William Valentine | 2 | No |
| Matthew Schindler | 2 | Yes |
| Ken Kerr | 3 | Yes |
| Kris Fair | 3 | Yes |
| Karen Simpson | 3 | Yes |
| Barrie Ciliberti | 4 | No |
Bill history
First Reading Appropriations
Hearing 3/03 at 1:00 p.m.
Favorable with Amendments Report by Appropriations
Favorable with Amendments {173025/1 Adopted
Second Reading Passed with Amendments
Third Reading Passed (97-27)
Referred Finance
Favorable with Amendments Report by Finance
Favorable with Amendments {973026/1 Adopted
Second Reading Passed with Amendments
Third Reading Passed (35-12)
House Concurs Senate Amendments
Third Reading Passed (98-35)
Passed Enrolled
Approved by the Governor - Chapter 386
Verify the information
- Official page on the Maryland Legislature website
- Favorable with Amendments 173025/1 Adopted (amendment)
- Favorable with Amendments 973026/1 Adopted (amendment)
- Vote - House - Committee - Appropriations (supplement)
- Vote - Senate - Committee - Finance (supplement)
- Introduced (text)
- Engrossed (text)
- Enrolled (text)
- Chaptered (text)
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