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SB 313
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Judicial and Quasi-Judicial Employees - Compensation

First action Jan 21, 2026 · Last action May 12, 2026
Maryland General AssemblyOpenStates

Latest bill row ingest May 18, 2026 · Newest headline in news index May 18, 2026 · CRIS ledger snapshot tied to indexed contributions May 16, 2026

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SB 313 addresses the pay for employees who work in judicial and quasi-judicial roles. The bill sets rules or changes related to how these workers are compensated. It aims to clarify or update their salary structure.

Why it matters

This bill affects how much certain court-related employees earn, which can impact their job satisfaction and financial stability. Clear compensation rules help ensure these workers are fairly paid for their important roles in the justice system.

Who benefits

Employees working in judicial and quasi-judicial positions, such as court clerks, hearing examiners, and other related staff, will be most affected by this bill.

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Timeline
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  1. May 12, 2026 · —
    Approved by the Governor - Chapter 564
  2. Apr 8, 2026 · Senate
    Passed Enrolled
  3. Apr 8, 2026 · Senate
    Third Reading Passed
  4. Apr 8, 2026 · Senate
    Senate Concurs House Amendments
  5. Apr 8, 2026 · House
    Third Reading Passed
  6. Apr 7, 2026 · House
    Second Reading Passed with Amendments
  7. Apr 7, 2026 · House
    Favorable with Amendments {
  8. Apr 7, 2026 · House
    Favorable with Amendments Report by Appropriations
  9. Mar 31, 2026 · House
    Hearing canceled
  10. Mar 30, 2026 · House
    Hearing 4/02 at 1:00 p.m.
  11. Mar 30, 2026 · House
    Hearing canceled
  12. Mar 26, 2026 · House
    Hearing 4/01 at 1:00 p.m.
  13. Mar 18, 2026 · House
    Referred Appropriations
  14. Mar 18, 2026 · Senate
    Third Reading Passed
  15. Mar 13, 2026 · Senate
    Second Reading Passed
  16. Mar 13, 2026 · Senate
    Favorable Adopted
  17. Mar 13, 2026 · Senate
    Favorable Report by Budget and Taxation
  18. Mar 5, 2026 · Senate
    Hearing 3/11 at 1:00 p.m.
  19. Jan 21, 2026 · Senate
    First Reading Budget and Taxation
Votes
Floor votes recorded for this bill (roll calls we have ingested).
  • On Third Reading (Amend)
    Mar 21, 2026
    passed
    Yes 129 · No 6 · Other 6
  • Bill is on Third Reading for Final Passage.
    Mar 20, 2026
    passed
    Yes 44 · No 0 · Other 3
  • On Third Reading
    Mar 2, 2026
    passed
    Yes 46 · No 0 · Other 1