State • Maryland
HB 591: Wicomico County - Highway Pedestrian Safety Act
Barry BeauchampTo Governor
HB 591 status: To Governor — Approved by the Governor - Chapter 781 (updated May 26, 2026).
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What this bill does
Overall score
Score75/100 civic fit
RiskLow risk
ImpactModerate impact 40/100
Bill summary
OfficialWicomico County - Highway Pedestrian Safety Act. Currently in House.
Key analysis
Constitutionality90%
Bipartisan80%
Public opinion75%
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Impact analysis
Environment
Mixed / Neutral
55%
Benefits
- Encourages safer pedestrian infrastructure
- Potentially promotes non-motorized transit
Risks
- Potential for localized construction disruption
Economy
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- Infrastructure investment supports local jobs
Risks
- Requires local budget allocation for compliance
Society
Positive Outlook
70%
Benefits
- Improves pedestrian safety in Wicomico County
- Reduces risks of traffic-related injuries
Risks
- Implementation may vary by local jurisdiction capacity
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How trustworthy & consequential it is
Source
OpenStates
Confidence
lowlow
Analysis status
Bill metadata only
Warning
Fiscal impact to Wicomico County is unknown due to lack of text
Limitation
Analysis based solely on metadata as full text is unavailable
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Where it stands
Introduced
CompleteCommittee
CompleteFloor
Complete4
Governor
CurrentApproved by the Governor - Chapter 781
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Enacted
Upcoming5
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