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Maryland House approves dozens of bills in packed March 16 session; vaccine bill clarified as nondiscriminatory option
Summary
On March 16, 2026, the Maryland House in Annapolis approved a slate of third‑reading bills across multiple calendars, special‑ordered several items for tomorrow and clarified that a pharmacist‑vaccination bill expands parental choice rather than imposing mandates.
Annapolis — The Maryland House of Representatives met in session on March 16, 2026, approving a large group of bills on third reading and setting several measures for further consideration tomorrow. Lawmakers recorded roll‑call votes on dozens of measures, including the passage of House Bill 797 (medical‑cannabis employment protections for fire and rescue and other public safety employees) and House Bill 1223 (Prince George’s County farmers‑market and street‑vending workgroup). The House also special‑ordered several bills for amendment or further action at the appropriate time tomorrow.
The session opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and a prayer offered by the chair of the Rules Committee from Prince George’s County, followed by the clerk’s reading of the journal. Committees presented multiple reports; members adopted favorable reports and amendments on a number of bills…
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