Constitution · Maryland

Md. Const. art. III, § 20

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Constitution of Maryland
Text as of
October 2026

What does this section say?

A majority of the whole number of members elected to each House shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business; but a smaller number may adjourn from day to day, and compel the attendance of absent members, in such manner, and under such penalties, as each House may prescribe.

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