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MD SB160Public Safety - Licensed Firearms Dealers - Notification Regarding Compromising Events
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Introduced
01/14/2026
01/14/2026
In Committee
03/09/2026
03/09/2026
Crossed Over
03/13/2026
03/13/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requiring a certain licensed firearms dealer to notify the Secretary of State Police within 24 hours after discovering that certain security features may have been compromised.
AI Summary
This bill requires licensed firearms dealers in Maryland to notify the Secretary of State Police within 24 hours of discovering that certain security features, such as video surveillance equipment, entry prevention measures on doors and windows, continuously monitored burglary alarm systems, or physical barriers against vehicle breaches, have been compromised, or if there has been a burglary, attempted burglary, robbery, or theft involving a firearm or ammunition at their premises. This notification requirement is in addition to any reports made to local law enforcement or federal agencies like the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, and violations can result in civil penalties ranging from $250 for a first offense to $1,000 for subsequent offenses, with potential license suspension or revocation for knowing and willful violations.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Judicial Proceedings (Senate)
Last Action
Third Reading Passed (34-11) (on 03/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0160?ys=2026RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/sb/sb0160t.pdf |
| Floor Amendment 543629/1 (Senator Ready) Adopted | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/amds/bil_0000/sb0160_54362901.pdf |
| Favorable with Amendments 123021/1 | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/amds/bil_0000/sb0160_12302101.pdf |
| Vote Image | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/votes_comm/sb0160_jpr.pdf |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/sb/sb0160f.pdf |
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