Legislation
Senator Jill P. Carter

- District
- 41
- County
- Baltimore City
- Committee Assignment(s)
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Judicial Proceedings Committee
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Judicial Proceedings Committee
- Annapolis Info
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422 Miller Senate Office Building
11 Bladen Street
Annapolis, MD 21401 -
Phone 410-841-3697 | 301-858-3697
Toll-free in MD 1-800-492-7122 ext. 3697
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422 Miller Senate Office Building
- Interim Info
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422 Miller Senate Office Building
11 Bladen Street
Annapolis, MD 21401 - Phone 410-841-3697 | 410-858-3697
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422 Miller Senate Office Building
- Contact
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jill.carter@senate.state.md.us
- Party
- Democrat

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Title | Sponsorship Type | Sponsorship Type Sort | Chamber Sort | Current Status | Org Committees & Hearings | Opp Committees & Hearings |
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SB0003 /CH0513 (HB0297) | Facilities - Disabilities, Juveniles, Behavioral Health, and Health Care - Plans | Primary | 1 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 513 |
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SB0021 (HB0337) | Criminal Procedure - Sentencing - Primary Caretaker | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 2/01 at 1:00 p.m. |
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SB0023 (HB0141) | Equity in Transportation Sector - Guidelines and Analyses | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the House - First Reading House Rules and Executive Nominations |
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SB0024 | Court of Appeals – Chief Judge – Senate Confirmation | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the Senate - Withdrawn by Sponsor |
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SB0030 (HB0074) | Courts - Jury Service - Disqualification | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/23 at 1:00 p.m. |
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SB0047 | Pensions and Retirement - Forfeiture of Benefits - Law Enforcement Officers | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 1/27 at 9:00 a.m. |
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SB0053 /CH0050 (HB0269) | Juvenile Law - Child Interrogation Protection Act | Primary | 1 | 2 | Gubernatorial Veto Override (Legislative date: 4/8/2022) - Chapter 50 |
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SB0141 (HB0123) | Pensions and Retirement – Forfeiture of Benefits – Law Enforcement Officers | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 1/27 at 9:00 a.m. |
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SB0151 /CH0167 (HB0645/CH0166) | Hate Crimes - False Statement to a Law Enforcement Officer | Primary | 1 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 167 |
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SB0157 (HB0433) | Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners - Student Members and Task Force to Study Compensation and Student Members | Primary | 1 | 2 | Vetoed by the Governor (Policy) |
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SB0165 (HB0294) | Juvenile Court – Jurisdiction | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 1/27 at 2:00 p.m. |
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SB0309 | Baltimore City - Civilian Review Board - Police Accountability Board | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the Senate - Withdrawn by Sponsor |
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SB0441 (HB0991) | Baltimore City - Civilian Review Board | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 2/16 at 1:00 p.m. |
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SB0445 (HB0464/CH0753) | Baltimore City – 41st Legislative District – Alcoholic Beverages – Marketplace License | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the House - First Reading Economic Matters |
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SB0465 /CH0568 (HB0206/CH0567) | Vehicle Laws - Licenses and Permits - Prohibited Acts | Primary | 1 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 568 |
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SB0466 /CH0471 (HB0711) | Potomac River Compact - Clarification of the Effectiveness of Amendments | Primary | 1 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 471 |
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SB0509 (HB0481) | Drug Paraphernalia for Administration - Decriminalization | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 2/16 at 1:00 p.m. |
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SB0550 (HB0453) | Correctional Facilities - Transgender, Nonbinary, and Intersex Inmates (Transgender Respect, Agency, and Dignity Act) | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 2/17 at 1:00 p.m. |
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SB0551 | Criminal Procedure – Fresh Pursuit by Law Enforcement – Requirements and Prohibitions | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 2/23 at 1:00 p.m. |
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SB0691 /CH0041 | Juvenile Justice Reform | Primary | 1 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(b) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 41 |
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SB0692 | Cannabis – Legalization and Regulation (Cannabis Legalization and Reparations for the War on Drugs Act) | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 3/03 at 1:00 p.m. (Finance) |
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SB0772 (HB1325) | Child in Need of Assistance - Neglect - Marijuana Use | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 4/06 at 1:00 p.m. |
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SB0773 | Income Tax - Credit for Firearm Safety Devices | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the House - First Reading House Rules and Executive Nominations |
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SB0774 (HB0920) | Correctional Services – Medical Parole – Life Imprisonment | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 3/09 at 1:00 p.m. |
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SB0775 /CH0546 (HB0208/CH0545) | Courts - Payment for Jury Service | Primary | 1 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 546 |
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SB0776 (HB0454) | Correctional Services – Pregnancy and Postpartum Support (Prevention of Forced Infant Separation Act) | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 3/09 at 1:00 p.m. |
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SB0777 /CH0536 | Task Force to Study Public Information Act Requests Made to Law Enforcement - Establishment | Primary | 1 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 536 |
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SB0784 (HB1054) | Criminal Law - Use or Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance - De Minimis Quantity | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 3/08 at 1:00 p.m. |
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SB0844 | Medical Cannabis – Dispensaries – Operation at Multiple Locations | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 3/03 at 1:00 p.m. |
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SB0852 | Education - School Personnel - Training | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/31 at 1:00 p.m. |
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SB0026 | Automatic Expungement - Clarification | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Third Reading Passed with Amendments (109-21) |
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SB0159 (HB0462) | Health Occupations - Authorized Prescribers - Financial Reporting | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/22 at 1:30 p.m. |
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SB0255 (HB0090/CH0046) | State Personnel Management System – Office of the Public Defender – Placement and Collective Bargaining | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/22 at 1:40 p.m. |
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SB0313 (HB0244/CH0541) | Civil Actions - Damages - Use of Race, Ethnicity, and Gender Data | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - First Reading House Rules and Executive Nominations |
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SB0328 /CH0149 (HB0148/CH0148) | Criminal Law - Stalking - Definition | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 149 |
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SB0449 | Unlawful Employment Practices - Remedies | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Economic Matters |
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SB0462 (HB0047) | Public Schools - Expanded American History - Development of Content Standards and Implementation | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 2/16 at 1:00 p.m. |
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SB0528 /CH0038 | Climate Solutions Now Act of 2022 | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(b) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 38 |
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SB0555 (HB0292) | Occupational Licensing Boards and Commission on Judicial Disabilities - Reporting Disciplinary Activities | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 2/10 at 1:00 p.m. |
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SB0630 /CH0482 (HB0706) | Maryland Department of Emergency Management - Office of Resilience | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 482 |
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SB0726 (HB1187/CH0240) | Transportation – Highway User Revenues – Revenue and Distribution | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Rereferred to Environment and Transportation |
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SB0758 (HB1408) | Criminal Procedure - Live Video Streaming of Public Proceedings (The Judicial Transparency Act 2.0) | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 3/02 at 1:00 p.m. |
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SB0759 | Real Property - Ground Rent Redemption Fund - Establishment | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 3/02 at 1:00 p.m. |
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SB0783 (HB0596) | Constitutional Amendment - Environmental Rights | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 3/09 at 1:00 p.m. (Judicial Proceedings) |
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SB0861 /CH0142 | Crimes - Firearms and Inmates - Enforcement, Procedures, and Reporting | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 142 |
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SB0881 /CH0150 | Task Force to Study the Practice Known as "Swatting" | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 150 |
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SJ0011 /JR0007 (HJ0008/JR0006) | Solidarity With the Government and People of Ukraine | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Signed by the President and the Speaker - Joint Resolution 7 | ||
SB0851 | Labor and Employment - User Name and Password Privacy - Law Enforcement Agencies | By Request - Committee | 4 | 2 | In the House - Hearing canceled |
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SB1005 /CH0343 (HB1482) | State Retirement and Pension System - Divestment From Russia | By Request - Other | 6 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 343 |
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SB1010 /CH0002 (HB1486/CH0001) | Motor Fuel Taxes - Tax-Free Period | By Request - Other | 6 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 2 |
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Project Name | Status | House Sponsors | Senate Sponsors | County | Amount Requested | Senate Initiative | House Initiative | Other Funding | Total Funding |
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1910 Eagle Drive Cottage Restoration | Introduced | Baltimore City | $125,000 | $125,000 | $125,000 | ||||
Ahavas Chaim Center | Introduced | Baltimore City | $900,000 | $300,000 | $300,000 | ||||
aRise Baltimore, CommuniVersity | Introduced | Baltimore City | $375,000 | $150,000 | $150,000 | ||||
Beacon House Square | Introduced | Baltimore City | $750,000 | $300,000 | $300,000 | ||||
Cheder Chabad Fitness & Recreation Center | Introduced | Baltimore City | $350,000 | $0 | |||||
Clyde R. Derrill Legacy Center | Introduced | Baltimore City | $425,000 | $0 | |||||
Coldspring Commons | Introduced | Baltimore City | $800,000 | $300,000 | $100,000 | $400,000 | |||
East Arlington/Ashburton Community Impact Statue | Introduced | Baltimore City | $250,000 | $0 | |||||
Ivy Family Support Center | Introduced | Baltimore City | $500,000 | $0 | |||||
Liberty Elementary Play Field | Introduced | Baltimore City | $200,000 | $200,000 | $200,000 | ||||
Liberty Gateway | Introduced | Baltimore City | $250,000 | $0 | |||||
Liberty Village Project Facility Refresh | Introduced | Baltimore City | $100,000 | $100,000 | $100,000 | ||||
Melrose Ave Bridge Restoration | Introduced | Baltimore City | $270,000 | $270,000 | $270,000 | $540,000 | |||
Park West Health System Behavioral Health Capital Expansion Project (PWHS CEP) | Introduced | Baltimore City | $1,000,000 | $0 | |||||
Roland Water Tower Park | Introduced | Baltimore City | $100,000 | $0 |

- Tenure
- Member of the Maryland House of Delegates, 2003-2017. Appointed to the Maryland Senate and sworn in May 4, 2018. First elected to the Maryland Senate in November, 2018. Member of the Senate since January 9, 2019.
- Current Assignments
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- 2019 Judicial Proceedings Committee
- 2020 Senate Chair, Joint Committee on Federal Relations
- 2019 Joint Committee on Administrative, Executive, and Legislative Review
- 2019 Joint Committee on Fair Practices and State Personnel Oversight
- 2019 Juvenile Justice Reform Council
- 2018 Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland
- 2018 Women Legislators of Maryland
- Past Senate Service
- Marijuana Legalization Work Group, 2019.
- Past House Service 2003-2017
- Judiciary Committee, 2003-2017; Family Law Subcommittee of the Judiciary Committee, 2015-2017; Chair, Juvenile Law Subcommittee of the Judiciary Committee, 2011-2017; Chair, Estates and Trusts Subcommittee of the Judiciary Committee, 2007-2011; Criminal Justice Subcommittee of the Judiciary Committee, 2005-2006; Juvenile Law Subcommittee of the Judiciary Committee, 2003-2005; Joint Committee on Administrative, Executive and Legislative Review, 2004-2006; Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland, 2003-2017; Women Legislators of Maryland, 2003-2017.
- Public Service
- Commission on Trauma Informed Care, 2021-; Maryland State Council for Interstate Juvenile Supervision, 2020-; COVID-19 Access to Justice Task Force, 2020-; Lead Poisoning Prevention Commission, 2020-; Violence Intervention and Prevention Advisory Council, 2019-; Pimlico Community Development Authority, 2018-; Task Force on Juvenile Court Jurisdiction, 2013-2014; Governor's Commission on Minority Business Enterprise Reform, 2003; Executive Director, Maryland Minority Business Association, 2002; Minority Business Enterprise Certifcation Advisory Committee, Department of Transportation, 1998-2000.
- Memberships
- Founder and President, Walter P. Carter Foundation, 1998-; Baltimore City Democratic Central Committee, 2006-2010; Founding Member, Black Lawyers Group; Maryland State Bar Association; Monumental City Bar Association; Maryland Association for Justice (formerly the Maryland Trial Lawyers Association); St. James Episcopal Church, Baltimore, Maryland.
- Awards
- Maryland's Top 100 Women, The Daily Record, 2022, 2006.
- Biographical Information
- Born, Baltimore, Maryland, June 18, 1964; Western High School, Baltimore, Maryland; Loyola College, B.A., English, 1988; University of Baltimore School of Law, J.D., 1992; Admitted to the Maryland Bar, 1993; Journalist, Afro American Newspapers, Inc., 1987-1988; City Council Assistant, 5th District, Baltimore City, 1988-1990; Judicial Law Clerk to the Honorable Kenneth Lavon Johnson, Circuit Court for Baltimore City, 1992-1993; Staff Attorney, Legal Aid Bureau, Inc., 1994; Assistant Public Defender, District 1, Baltimore City, 1995; Associate, Warren A. Brown, P.A. 1995-1996; Hearing Officer, Civil Service Commission, Baltimore City, 1995-1996; Assistant City Solicitor, Baltimore City, 1996-1998; Sole practitioner 1998-2017; Member of the Maryland House of Delegates, 2003-2017; Director, Office of Civil Rights and Wage Enforcement, Baltimore City, 2017-2018.
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