MD SB136

Extends collective bargaining rights under Maryland's State Personnel and Pensions law to police officers of the Alcohol, Tobacco, and Cannabis Commission who are authorized to make arrests in an official capacity

Excludes supervisory, managerial, or confidential employees from collective bargaining eligibility, as defined by Secretary regulations

Mirrors existing collective bargaining framework already applied to Maryland Transportation Authority police officers at the rank of first sergeant and below

Takes effect July 1, 2026 (amended from original October 1, 2026 effective date)