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Maryland House Approves 96-38 Referendum for Bay-Crossing Map

8/5/2026

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The Maryland House of Delegates approved an amendment to put a voter referendum on a Democratic-favored map, passing 96-38.
The measure now goes to the Senate, where a three-fifths vote is required that day.
Senate President Bill Ferguson said his view changed after the Supreme Court weakened the Voting Rights Act in April.
If enacted, the amendment would let districts cross the Chesapeake Bay, affecting Rep. Andy Harris (R-Eastern Shore).

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The Maryland House of Delegates approved an amendment to put a voter referendum on a Democratic-favored map, passing 96-38.
The measure now goes to the Senate, where a three-fifths vote is required that day.
Senate President Bill Ferguson said his view changed after the Supreme Court weakened the Voting Rights Act in April.
If enacted, the amendment would let districts cross the Chesapeake Bay, affecting Rep. Andy Harris (R-Eastern Shore).