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Bill Folden
MD Senate District 4
Office record: openstates/people CC0-1.0
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Issue areas
Derived from issue-tagged bills they sponsored and stated positions — each links to the underlying record. AI-derived tags
Criminal Justice & Policing 22Economy & Taxes 6Education 6Government Operations & Budget 6Technology & Privacy 6Civil Rights & Liberties 5Social Services & Welfare 5Gun Policy 4Environment & Energy 3Transportation & Infrastructure 3Elections & Voting 2Healthcare 2Housing 2Abortion & Reproductive Rights 1Labor & Employment 1Other 1Veterans Affairs 1
Offices & terms
| Office | Party | From | To | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MD Senate District 4 current
Maryland |
Republican | Jan 11, 2023 | — | openstates/people CC0-1.0 |
| MD Senate District 4
Maryland |
Republican | Jan 14, 2015 | Jan 8, 2019 | openstates/people CC0-1.0 |
| MD House District 3B
Maryland |
Republican | — | Jan 8, 2019 | openstates/people CC0-1.0 |
Roll-call votes (1,105 recorded)
| Vote | Position | Date | Result | Source |
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| HB 583 — Prince George’s County – Alcoholic Beverages – Notice of Issuance of Class C Per Diem Beer, Wine, and Liquor License PG 319–26 | Yea | Mar 26, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1532 — Utility RELIEF (Reducing Energy Load Inflation for Everyday Families) Act | Nay | Mar 26, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 590 — Howard County - Transfer Tax - Use of Proceeds Ho. Co. 12-26 | Yea | Mar 26, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 406 — Prince George's County - Alcoholic Beverages - Multiple Licenses Prohibition - Exceptions PG 313-26 | Yea | Mar 26, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 684 — Health Insurance - Material Changes to Provider Networks - Notification and Special Enrollment Period | Yea | Mar 26, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 547 — Income Tax - Enhanced Agricultural Management Equipment Subtraction Modification and Parent of a Stillborn Child Credit | Yea | Mar 26, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1369 — Department of Budget and Management - Audit and Finance Compliance Unit - Establishment | Yea | Mar 26, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 103 — Consumer Protection - Consumer Contracts - Prohibited Waivers | Nay | Mar 26, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SB 719 — Sewage Sludge - Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances - Regulation | Yea | Mar 26, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SB 558 — Chesapeake Bay - Enhancement Program and Maryland Seafood Industry Financial Assistance Fund - Established | Yea | Mar 26, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1452 — Economic Development - Prince George's County Suitland Development Authority - Established | Yea | Mar 26, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 625 — Human-Relevant Research Fund - Collection of Contributions - Responsible Entity | Nay | Mar 26, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1091 — Health Insurance and Dental Plan Organizations - Dentists - Assignment of Benefits and Reimbursement of Nonpreferred Providers | Yea | Mar 26, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1305 — State Child Welfare System - Reporting | Yea | Mar 26, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 443 — Prince George's County - Alcoholic Beverages - Class B-SEC (Small Event Center) License PG 312-26 | Yea | Mar 26, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SB 354 — Business Regulation - Charitable Organizations - Audit and Review Thresholds | Yea | Mar 26, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1346 — State Department of Assessments and Taxation - Expedited Document Processing and Fees | Yea | Mar 26, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SB 148 — Income Tax - Credit for 9-1-1 Specialist Retirement Income (Supporting Our 9-1-1 Specialists Act) | Yea | Mar 26, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1062 — Estates and Trusts - Jurisdiction Over Property of Minors or Disabled Persons - Authorized Transactions | Yea | Mar 26, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SB 625 — Carbon Dioxide Capture, Removal, and Sequestration Projects - Regulations and Standards for Biochar and Wood Vault Technologies | Yea | Mar 26, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 640 — Mandated Reports, Boards, and Commissions - Revisions | Yea | Mar 26, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 911 — Horse Racing - Laurel Park - Arabian Breed Racing Authorization | Yea | Mar 26, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SB 242 — Modernizing Civil Relief for Service Members Act | Yea | Mar 26, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 587 — Procurement - Department of Transportation and Maryland Transportation Authority Contracts - Board of Public Works Contract Authority -… | Yea | Mar 26, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 358 — Sales and Use Tax - Elementary or Secondary School Book Fairs - Exemption | Yea | Mar 26, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
Sponsored legislation (46 as lead sponsor)
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SB 745
MD · —
Police Training - Autism and Dementia (LEAD Act of 2026)
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SB 1006
MD · —
Maryland State Flag Protection Act
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SB 992
MD · —
Public Utilities - Large Load Customers - Registration and Demand Response Program
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SB 776
MD · —
Commission on the House of Reformation and Instruction for Colored Children - Establishment
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SB 661
MD · —
Wiretapping and Electronic Surveillance - Intercepted Communications - Admissibility of Evidence
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SB 81
MD · —
Criminal Law - School Resource Officers - Prohibition on Sexual Activity with Students
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SB 678
MD · —
Criminal Procedure - Forensic Genetic Genealogical DNA Analysis and Search - Affidavit for Judicial Authorization
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SB 718
MD · —
Frederick County - Alcoholic Beverages - Class L Permit
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SB 717
MD · —
Criminal Procedure - Victims of Sexual Assault Offenses - Test Kit Submission Requirements
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SB 716
MD · —
Courts and Judicial Proceedings - Charging Documents - Law Enforcement Officers
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