Maryland 2026 Session Status: Introduced

SB0856 — Motor Vehicles - Driver's Licenses - Eligibility

Last action — Hearing (Primary, House of Origin)

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed House of Delegates
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced February 06, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

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Summary

Altering the eligibility standards and requirements for the issuance of provisional driver's licenses and original driver's licenses.

Bill Text

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Action History

  1. Hearing (Primary, House of Origin)

  2. First Reading (House of Origin)

Sponsors

  • Senator Sydnor · Primary

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 187 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

  • Senator Sydnor

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (187)

187 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does SB0856 do?
Altering the eligibility standards and requirements for the issuance of provisional driver's licenses and original driver's licenses.
Who sponsors SB0856?
SB0856 is sponsored by Senator Sydnor.
What is the current status of SB0856?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced February 06, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track SB0856?
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