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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Repealing a certain provision of law relating to a certain school police officer's authorization to carry a firearm under certain circumstances; and requiring 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 mandates that every school resource officer, defined as a law enforcement officer assigned to a school or a Baltimore City school police officer, must carry a firearm while on school premises, repealing a previous provision that allowed certain Baltimore City school police officers to carry firearms under specific circumstances. The bill also makes a technical change to the education article of Maryland law regarding the powers of Baltimore City school police officers.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (11)
J.B. Jennings (R)*,
Jack Bailey (R),
Mary Beth Carozza (R),
Paul Corderman (R),
William Folden (R),
Jason Gallion (R),
Steve Hershey (R),
Mike McKay (R),
Justin Ready (R),
Johnny Salling (R),
Chris West (R),
Last Action
Senate Judicial Proceedings Hearing (14:00:00 2/11/2026 ) (on 02/11/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0454?ys=2026RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/sb/sb0454f.pdf |
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