Bill

SB 356

Public Health - Repeal of Prohibition on Transfer of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (Carlton R. Smith Act)

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Sara Love and 2 co-sponsors

Maryland eliminates criminal penalties for HIV transmission, replacing criminalization with treatment-focused public health approach and civil liability options.

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 652

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First - Public Health - Repeal of Prohibition on Transfer of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (Carltown R. Smith Act) mgaleg.maryland.gov

Third - Public Health - Repeal of Prohibition on Transfer of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (Carlton R. Smith Act) mgaleg.maryland.gov

Chapter - Public Health - Repeal of Prohibition on Transfer of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (Carlton R. Smith Act) mgaleg.maryland.gov

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Fiscal and Policy Note (Revised)

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