Maryland SB907 Criminalizes FGM, Increases Penalties
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Summary
Maryland Senate Bill 907 would establish criminal penalties for the practice of female genital mutilation (FGM) and increase existing penalties under state law. The bill was introduced in the Maryland General Assembly for the 2026 legislative session. Organizations and individuals operating in Maryland should monitor this legislation as it advances through committee and floor votes, as enactment would create new criminal offenses and compliance obligations.
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Maryland SB907 proposes to criminalize female genital mutilation and increase associated penalties under Maryland state law. The bill has been introduced in the Maryland Senate for the 2026 legislative session and will proceed through committee hearings and floor votes in both chambers before any final action.
Healthcare providers, educators, and community organizations operating in Maryland should track this legislation as it advances. If enacted, the bill would create new criminal offenses with potential penalties including imprisonment and fines, requiring affected parties to understand compliance obligations under the new statute.
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