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MD SB27

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/14/2026

Primary Sponsor

William Folden

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Exempts active law enforcement officers from Maryland's 7-day waiting period for purchasing, renting, or transferring regulated firearms

  • Exempts retired law enforcement officers who left their agency in good standing from the 7-day waiting period requirement

  • Exempts individuals who hold a valid Maryland permit to wear, carry, or transport a handgun from the waiting period

  • Applies to both licensee sales and secondary (private) sales of regulated firearms

  • Takes effect October 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Regulated Firearms - Seven-Day Waiting Period - Exceptions

Public Safety

Last Action

Hearing 1/27 at 1:00 p.m.

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Judicial Proceedings1/14/2026

Full Bill Text

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