# Maryland Passes PACE Act, Barring Rap Lyrics as Evidence

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Podcast: [Hip-Hop News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/hip-hop-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7635865)
Published: 2026-05-13T03:07:58+00:00
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Maryland Governor Wes Moore signed the PACE Act, prohibiting prosecutors from using rap lyrics as evidence against artists. The act, a result of collaborative efforts by Willie Prophet Stiggers, Black Music Action Coalition, and Kevin Liles, introduces a four-part test for prosecutors. The Recording Academy, SONA, and Music Artists Coalition praise the act as a game-changer against racial bias and for artistic freedom. Delegate Marlon Amprey led the four-year battle, with states now looking to federal RAP Act protections. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6a199359db6041a5

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