The issue
The Protecting the Admissibility of Creative Expression Act (PACE) (HB 1429/SB 662) aims to limit the use of artistic expression in court. It is particularly crucial for hip-hop artists, whose expression is increasingly weaponized against them, rendering them more susceptible to notions of inherent criminality.
Consequently, Black artists become particularly vulnerable to heightened exposure to the criminal justice system.
The Challenge
Contact the Judicial Proceedings Committee.
Urge them to move this bill out of committee.
Time is running out for bills to advance through the Maryland General Assembly.
Take Action Now
Let state legislators hear your voice!
YOU make the difference between this legislation passing or not. We need you to email contact legislators so that they will support the community’s demands.
In other words - contacting your elected officials make a HUGE difference.
Fill out the form and hit "Send" to demand that the Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee vote 'YES' for PACE.
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You can also call, email and tag committee members on social media to tell them to vote YES for PACE.
