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MarylandSB 02982026 Regular SessionSenate

Department of General Services - Maryland Capitol Police - Statewide Jurisdiction

Sponsored By: Shaneka Henson (Democratic)

Signed by Governor

Criminal Law - ProceduresCrimes and Punishments -see also- Penalties and Sentnc; etc.General Services, Department ofInvestigations and Inquiries -see also- Crim Bckgrnd InvestJurisdictionLaw Enforcement -see also- SRO; Sheriffs; State PoliceMotor Vehicles -see also- Aband Veh; Ambulances; Buses; etc.NoticesParkingPublic Buildings and Facilities -see also- Stadiums; St Hse

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.

No forced transfers for Maryland Capitol Police

Beginning July 1, 2026, Maryland Capitol Police members cannot be involuntarily transferred from one site to another. The law does not list exceptions or grievance steps.

Statewide powers for Maryland Capitol Police

Beginning July 1, 2026, Maryland Capitol Police have statewide authority to enforce criminal laws, some criminal procedure rules (Title 12), and parking and motor vehicle laws. Their jurisdiction around state-owned or state-leased buildings and grounds extends to 2,000 feet from the boundary. Officers must meet Maryland Police Training and Standards Commission requirements and be designated by the Department before using these powers. They must notify the Secretary of State Police in advance when practical, and notify local chiefs and other listed officials after actions, following state rules and agreements. To act in Baltimore City, they must have a memorandum of understanding with the Baltimore Police Department.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

  • Shaneka Henson

    Democratic • Senate

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 216 • No: 0

House vote • 4/10/2026

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 130 • No: 0 • Other: 8

Senate vote • 4/10/2026

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 42 • No: 0 • Other: 2

Senate vote • 2/26/2026

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 44 • No: 0

Actions Timeline

  1. Approved by the Governor - Chapter 263

    4/28/2026

  2. Passed Enrolled

    4/10/2026Senate

  3. Third Reading Passed (42-0)

    4/10/2026Senate

  4. Senate Concurs House Amendments

    4/10/2026Senate

  5. Third Reading Passed (130-0)

    4/10/2026House

  6. Second Reading Passed with Amendments

    4/9/2026House

  7. Favorable with Amendments {233624/1 Adopted

    4/9/2026House

  8. Favorable with Amendments Report by Judiciary

    4/9/2026House

  9. Referred Judiciary

    2/27/2026House

  10. Third Reading Passed (44-0)

    2/26/2026Senate

  11. Second Reading Passed with Amendments

    2/24/2026Senate

  12. Favorable with Amendments {413820/1 Adopted

    2/24/2026Senate

  13. Favorable with Amendments Report by Judicial Proceedings

    2/23/2026Senate

  14. Hearing 2/05 at 1:00 p.m.

    1/22/2026Senate

  15. First Reading Judicial Proceedings

    1/21/2026Senate

Bill Text

  • Enacted

    4/28/2026

    PDF

  • Enrolled

    4/10/2026

    PDF

  • Third Reading

    2/24/2026

    PDF

  • First Reading

    1/21/2026

    PDF

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