ED Wait Time Reduction Commission

​House Bill 1143 took effect on July 1, 2024 and established the Maryland Emergency Department Wait Time Reduction Commission. The Commission will develop strategies and initiatives to recommend to State and local agencies, hospitals, and health care providers that address factors throughout the health care system that contribute to increased emergency department wait times.  HSCRC staffs the Commission and will report on its activites, findings, and recommendations by November 1, 2025, and November 1, 2026. The bill terminates June 30, 2027. 

Supporting Materials: 

​House Bill 1143

Board Members

Commission Overview​​

Stakeholder Materials: ​
Please submit any supporting/informational links or documents you would like to share with the Commission through our Google Form.​ The Commission encourages comments from the public. 

Meeting Schedule:​

Dates Subject to Change