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MD SB287
Bill
AI Summary
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Prohibits intentionally physically detaining, obstructing, impeding, or hindering another person from entering or exiting a religious facility, whether acting alone or with others
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Defines "religious facility" broadly to include places of worship, cemeteries, religious schools, educational facilities, community centers, and adjacent grounds owned, leased, or used by religious entities
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Violations constitute a misdemeanor punishable by up to 90 days imprisonment, a fine up to $1,000, or both
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Exempts the facility's chief executive officer, their designees, facility agents, and law enforcement officers from the prohibition
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Does not prohibit speech; effective October 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Criminal Law - Interference With Access to or Egress From a Religious Facility - Prohibition
Cemeteries
Last Action
Hearing 1/30 at 1:00 p.m.
1/16/2025