Maryland legislation · 2026 Regular Session
Maryland HJ1: Honoring Charlie Kirk
Status: In committee, March 11, 2026
Honoring Charles "Charlie" James Kirk.
What the bill says
An act of political violence on September 10, 2025, at Utah Valley University; and.
From the introduced text, January 12, 2026:
an act of political violence on September 10, 2025, at Utah Valley University; and WHEREAS, Charlie Kirk was a devoted Christian, who boldly lived out his faith with conviction, courage, and compassion; and WHEREAS, Charlie Kirk was a dedicated husband to his beloved wife, Erika Kirk, and a loving father to their daughter and son, exemplifying the virtues of faith, fidelity, and fatherhood; and WHEREAS, Charlie Kirk was a fierce defender of the American founding and its timeless principles of life, liberty, limited government, and individual responsibility; and WHEREAS, Charlie Kirk, at 18 years old, founded Turning Point USA in 2012, a student movement with the mission to "identify, educate, train, and organize students to promote the principles of fiscal responsibility, free markets, and limited government"; and WHEREAS, Charlie Kirk became one of the most prominent voices in America, engaging in respectful, civil discourse across college campuses, media platforms, and national forums, always seeking to elevate truth, foster understanding, and strengthen the republic; and WHEREAS, Charlie Kirk personified the values of the First Amendment, exercising his God-given right to speak freely, challenging prevailing narratives, and did so with honor, courage, and respect for his fellow Americans; and *hj0001* HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION WHEREAS, Charlie Kirk's commitment to civil discussion and debate stood as a model for young Americans across the political …
Sponsors
- Jesse Pippy (R, HD-004) · primary sponsor
Latest actions
- : Hearing 3/16 at 12:00 p.m.
- : First Reading House Rules and Executive Nominations
- : Pre-filed
Common questions
- What is HJ1?
- HJ1 is a bill in the Maryland Legislature (2026 Regular Session): Honoring Charlie Kirk.
- What does HJ1 do?
- In its own words: An act of political violence on September 10, 2025, at Utah Valley University; and.
- What is the status of HJ1?
- In committee as of March 11, 2026. Latest action: Hearing 3/16 at 12:00 p.m. (March 11, 2026).
- Who sponsored HJ1?
- Jesse Pippy (R, HD-004).
- Where is the official record for HJ1?
- On the Maryland Legislature website: https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/hj0001?ys=2026RS
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