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MD SB660

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/6/2026

Primary Sponsor

Sara Love

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Law enforcement agencies must dispatch at least one officer to observe any immigration enforcement action reported within their jurisdiction and ensure safe transfer of individuals taken into custody

  • Responding officers must record the immigration enforcement action using body-worn cameras to the extent practicable, regardless of existing department camera policies

  • Officers must file reports documenting the date, time, location, warrant type, federal agencies involved, any force used, medical attention required, restrictions on observation, and any law violations observed

  • Body-worn camera footage must be retained for at least 4 months and written reports for at least 4 years, with all documentation subject to Maryland's Public Information Act

  • Effective date: October 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Public Safety - Law Enforcement - Response to Immigration Enforcement Actions

Records

Last Action

Hearing 2/25 at 1:00 p.m.

2/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Judicial Proceedings2/6/2026

Full Bill Text

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