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Introduced
02/15/2022
02/15/2022
In Committee
02/15/2022
02/15/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/11/2022
04/11/2022
Introduced Session
2022 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requiring a Baltimore City school police officer and a school resource officer to carry a firearm while present on the premises of the school to which the officer is assigned.
AI Summary
This bill requires Baltimore City school police officers and school resource officers to carry firearms while present on the premises of the school to which they are assigned. It also mandates the development of a specialized curriculum and training program for school resource officers and school security employees, including training on de-escalation, disability awareness, and implicit bias. The bill further requires local school systems to report on the assignment of school resource officers and adequate law enforcement coverage in public schools, and provides funding for grants to assist local school systems and law enforcement agencies in meeting these requirements. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2022.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
First Reading Senate Rules (on 02/15/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0973?ys=2022RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2022RS/bills/sb/sb0973f.pdf |
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