Parole commission reform draws sharp questions on qualifications, appointments and victim protections HB16 would professionalize hearing examiners, change appointments and allow plurality voting for the Parole Commission. Witnesses and senators raised concerns about narrowing examiner qualifications, removing senate advice and consent, victim representation and potential recidivism risks; a victim‑advocate witness urged an unfavorable report.

Maryland's proposed HB16 aims to overhaul the parole commission, but sharp concerns about qualifications and victim protections have senators questioning the bill's potential impact on public safety.

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