The House moved through a long concurrence calendar on April 1, passing a range of bills — from park pass and fee exemptions to workforce pilot programs and local government changes — largely by recorded roll calls referenced in the House journal.

The Maryland House of Delegates adopted favorable committee reports by voice vote on a wide range of bills — from animal‑welfare and energy programs to licensure compacts and public‑safety measures — and printed them for third reading or moved them in special order.

The Maryland House of Delegates adopted a committee amendment by voice vote and special-ordered House Bill 488 for second reader, after members and leaders noted extensive testimony and requested time to consider potential amendments.

The House read dozens of bills for the first time and referred them to committees, announced virtual committee scheduling because of an expected snowstorm, and clarified when citizens may sign up to submit testimony; the chamber adjourned until Monday, Jan. 26 at 8 p.m.

The Maryland House of Delegates elected Jocelyn Pena Melnick as speaker on Jan. 14, 2026; in her acceptance speech she set priorities of affordability, accountability and opportunity and urged bipartisan collaboration during the 90‑day session.