Maryland HB190 proposes a constitutional amendment requiring counties to adopt a charter home rule by January 1, 2029.

Maryland HB190 proposes a constitutional amendment to require all counties to adopt a charter form of government by January 1, 2029. The amendment outlines the process for charter adoption, including the appointment of a charter board by the board of county commissioners. The charter board must present a proposed charter to the county voters within a specified period. The amendment also details the election process for charter board members and the conditions under which the charter becomes effective. The proposed amendment will be submitted to voters in the November 2026 general election.

Maryland HB190 proposes a constitutional amendment requiring counties to adopt a charter home rule by January 1, 2029.

Maryland HB190 proposes a constitutional amendment to require all counties to adopt a charter form of government by January 1, 2029. The amendment outlines the process for charter adoption, including the appointment of a charter board by the board of county commissioners. The charter board must present a proposed charter to the county voters within a specified period. The amendment also details the election process for charter board members and the conditions under which the charter becomes effective. The proposed amendment will be submitted to voters in the November 2026 general election.