Maryland Transportation Authority Delinquent Toll Waiver Authorization

Detected April 1st, 2026

Summary

Maryland Senate Bill SB0956 authorizes the Maryland Transportation Authority to waive delinquent tolls. The bill grants the Authority new discretionary power regarding toll collection and enforcement. This legislation affects toll road users and the administrative practices of the Maryland Transportation Authority.

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What changed

Maryland Senate Bill SB0956 authorizes the Maryland Transportation Authority to waive delinquent tolls. The bill establishes new statutory authority for the Authority to exercise discretion in toll enforcement matters.

Affected parties including toll road users and transportation companies operating in Maryland should note this new authorization. The Maryland Transportation Authority now has explicit legal authority to waive delinquent tolls, which may affect collection practices and enforcement procedures.

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placeholder To Governor Title Maryland Transportation Authority - Video Tolls - Collection Sponsored by Senator Jennings Status In the Senate - Favorable Report by Judicial Proceedings Analysis Fiscal and Policy Note Synopsis Authorizing the Maryland Transportation Authority to waive delinquent tolls due or penalties assessed without recalling the debt from the Central Collection Unit; authorizing the Central Collection Unit to reduce specified fees; etc. Committees Original: Judicial Proceedings Details Cross-filed with: HB1283 Bill File Type: Regular Effective Date(s): October 1, 2026 History
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| Chamber Senate Calendar Date 2/08/2026 Legislative Date 2/08/2026 Action First Reading Senate Rules Proceedings |
| Chamber Calendar Date Legislative Date Action Text - First - Maryland Transportation Authority - Video Tolls - Collection Proceedings |
| Chamber Senate Calendar Date 3/04/2026 Legislative Date 3/05/2026 Action Rereferred to Judicial Proceedings Proceedings |
| Chamber Senate Calendar Date 3/06/2026 Legislative Date 3/06/2026 Action Hearing 3/12 at 1:00 p.m. Proceedings |
| Chamber Calendar Date Legislative Date Action Vote - Senate - Committee - Judicial Proceedings Proceedings |
| Chamber Senate Calendar Date 4/01/2026 Legislative Date 4/01/2026 Action Favorable Report by Judicial Proceedings Proceedings |