Law Enforcement - Protective Body Armor - Requirements and Reporting

Summary

The bill prohibits any Maryland law‑enforcement agency from assigning officers to non‑administrative duties unless they are equipped with protective body armor that meets current NIJ standards. Agencies must replace armor before its manufacturer‑stated expiration date and report failures to the state police training commission, which can trigger a hold on grant money for armor purchases. The measure aims to keep officers’ equipment up‑to‑date and use state funding as an enforcement tool.

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