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MD HB94Public Safety - Handgun Permits - Expiration and Renewal Periods for Retired Law Enforcement Officer
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Introduced
01/14/2026
01/14/2026
In Committee
01/14/2026
01/14/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Establishing alternative expiration and renewal periods for a handgun permit issued to a retired law enforcement officer who retired in good standing from service with a law enforcement agency of the State or a county or municipal corporation of the State; and providing that a handgun permit issued to a law enforcement officer who retired in good standing expires on the last day of the holder's birth month following 5 years after the date the permit is issued and may be renewed for successive periods of 5 years under certain circumstances.
AI Summary
This bill amends Maryland's Public Safety Article to change the expiration and renewal periods for handgun permits issued to retired law enforcement officers. Currently, permits generally expire after two years and are renewed for three-year periods, with no fee charged to retired law enforcement officers. This bill, however, will extend the expiration period for permits issued to retired law enforcement officers who retired in good standing to five years after issuance, and their permits may be renewed for successive five-year periods, provided they still meet the qualifications for a permit. The bill also specifies that fingerprinting is not required for renewal unless necessary to resolve an identity question, and it will take effect on October 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
House Judiciary Hearing (13:00:00 1/28/2026 ) (on 01/28/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0094?ys=2026RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/hb/hb0094f.pdf |
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