On Mar. 28, MD LEG passed bill on AG fraud investigative authority.
MD LEG passed HB 1002 modifying authority of Office of the Attorney Geneal to subpoena documents, answer interrogatories, and give testimony in an investigation.
Specifically, in furtherance of an ongoing health care fraud investigation.
Also authorizes OAG to report failure to obey a subpoena to the court with jurisdiction.
Adds new Sec 6–901 (subpoenas) in Art State Government, Title 6 Attorney general, Subtitle 6Independent investigations division, of MD Annotated Code, MD LEG 6-901.
Legislative History
On Feb. 5, 2024, bill introduced in House; on Mar. 7, 2024, bill passed House.
On Mar. 8, 2024, bill introduced in Senate; on Mar. 27, 2024, bill passed Senate.
Effectiveness
Upon governor approval, bill HB 1002 shall be effective on Oct. 1, 2024.
Apr. 2024 MD LEG Governor Approved
On Apr. 25, 2024, MD LEG reported bill approved by governor, assigned Chapter 140.
Regulators
MD LEG
Entity Types
Ins
Reference
Ch. 140, 4/25/2024; Bill, HB1002, 3/28/2024; Citation: MD LEG 6;
