Public Safety - State and Local Governments - Use of Unmanned Aircraft
Hearing (House)
Summary
The bill stops Maryland state agencies and local governments from operating drones or using data gathered by them, unless a narrow set of exceptions applies. It also makes any evidence obtained by a drone in violation of the rule inadmissible in criminal, civil, or administrative proceedings. The measure is intended to safeguard privacy and ensure that government surveillance follows due process.
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- Judiciary — Bill HearingJudiciary · Feb 24, 2026
History
- Hearing 2/24 at 1:00 p.m.
- First Reading Judiciary
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- Grammer · sponsor
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