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MD SB792

MD SB792
Hospitals - Immigration Enforcement Action - Policy Requirement


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Introduced
02/06/2026
In Committee
04/10/2026
Crossed Over
03/19/2026
Passed
04/28/2026
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
04/28/2026

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Requiring hospitals in the State to adopt a policy describing the protocol of the hospital when there is an immigration enforcement action at the hospital; and requiring hospitals to make the immigration enforcement action policy available to all staff members and provide annual training to ensure the staff's knowledge and understanding of the policy.

AI Summary

This bill requires hospitals in Maryland to develop and implement a policy that outlines their procedures when immigration enforcement actions occur on hospital grounds, ensuring patient privacy and the safety of everyone present. Hospitals must make this policy accessible to all their staff members and provide annual training to ensure staff understand and can follow it. The bill also mandates that these policies be consistent with guidance from the Attorney General.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 162 (on 04/28/2026)

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