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HJ4Introduced in the House of Delegates

Social Services Administration - Accountability - Protecting Maryland's Most Vulnerable

IntroducedHouse Rules and Executive Nominations

Introduced by Nicholaus Kipke, District 31

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Affirming Maryland's commitment to the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of children in guardianship homes and any child under the care of the Social Services Administration in the Department of Human Services; and imploring the Social Services Administration to strictly comply with State law and regulations to protect children in guardianship homes from abuse and neglect, ensure facilities are properly certified, and implement certain audit recommendations to ensure the health and safety of children in guardianship homes.

Where it stands

Hearing 3/09 at 2:30 p.m.

March 4, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.

Bill history

  1. First Reading House Rules and Executive Nominations

  2. Hearing 3/09 at 2:30 p.m.

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