MD SB591

Establishes the Maryland Chapter of the National Public Safety Alliance for Individuals with Disabilities within the Department of State Police to create a secure interface where individuals can voluntarily submit personal information (contact details, photos, driver's licenses, vehicle information, disability-related needs) accessible to law enforcement during emergency responses

Requires the Department of State Police and Department of Disabilities to develop mandatory guidelines and training for all law enforcement agencies, with non-compliant agencies facing ineligibility for state law enforcement training funding and Attorney General review

Creates a 10-member Public Safety Alliance for Individuals with Disabilities Commission including legislators, state police representatives, disability advocates, and public members to develop statewide protocols and submit recommendations to the Secretary of State Police by February 1, 2027

Establishes a grant program beginning in fiscal year 2028 to assist law enforcement agencies with training and implementation costs, with annual reporting to legislative committees required starting December 1, 2027

Takes effect October 1, 2026, with the Commission provisions automatically expiring on September 30, 2029