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This bill establishes that federal law enforcement officers can only exercise certain arrest and search and seizure powers granted by state law when they are acting in accordance with state law, and specifically when participating in a joint investigation with state or local officials, rendering assistance to a police officer, acting at the request of a local or state police officer, or in an emergency situation as defined by public safety law. It also mandates that federal officers must notify local law enforcement and relevant state agencies before taking action at sensitive locations, such as schools or government buildings, and requires them to provide advance notice during joint investigations. Furthermore, the bill prohibits any law enforcement officer or agency from engaging in "racial profiling," which is defined as using a person's race, ethnicity, or national origin as a basis for law enforcement action, unless it's part of a description to apprehend a specific suspect. Law enforcement agencies are also forbidden from retaliating against officers who report racial profiling, and individuals harmed by violations of these provisions can file civil lawsuits seeking damages, injunctions, and legal fees. Finally, all law enforcement agencies must develop written policies consistent with these requirements by January 1, 2027, and state or local officers cannot take actions prohibited by state law even if acting under federal authority.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB1262?ys=2026RS