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Neutral Bill Mar 16, 2026

Civil Actions - Punitive Damage Awards - Surcharge

Providing that punitive damages may be awarded in a civil action only if the plaintiff proves by clear and convincing evidence that the defendant acted with gross negligence; requiring the State Court Administrator to assess a certain surcharge on a defendant against whom a judgment for punitive damages is entered; requiring the Administrator to deposit money collected from the surcharge into the Blueprint for Maryland's Future Fund; etc.

https://legiscan.com/MD/bill/HB906/2026
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Will Smith State Senator
Education Fees Damages Negligence Administrative Office Of The Courts Civil Actions JURIES Civil Actions and Procedures
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