MD HB503

Expands collective bargaining rights for full-time sworn law enforcement officers (deputy sheriffs at lieutenant rank or below) and court security officers in the Baltimore City Sheriff's Office to include salary, wages, and merit step increases, which were previously excluded from negotiations

Requires officers to bargain collectively with both the Sheriff (or designee) and Baltimore City together, rather than separately based on the subject matter being negotiated

Applies only to Baltimore City and excludes officers at captain rank or above, appointed positions, civilian merit employees, part-time workers, contractual employees, and temporary/emergency employees

Maintains existing bargaining rights for leave, holidays, vacations, hours, working conditions, and job security

Takes effect June 1, 2026