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If you operate a business that uses surveillance technology in Maryland, you must be prepared for potential regulations stemming from the Task Force's findings.
State
Maryland
Bill Number
HB1065
Status
In Committee
Risk Level
Medium
Category
Study/Task Force
Last Action
Mar 28, 2017
Last Verified
May 25, 2026
Data Updated
May 25, 2026
What do these statuses mean?▼
Introduced— Filed in the legislature; not yet heard in committee
In Committee— Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed— Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
Signed / Enacted— Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
Dead / Vetoed— Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
Unknown— Status data not yet available or awaiting classification
Affected Industries
SurveillanceGovernmentTechnologyLaw Enforcement
What This Means
The proposed Task Force aims to review and analyze the current and planned use of surveillance technologies by law enforcement agencies in Maryland. Stakeholders should stay informed about the Task Force's recommendations.
Key Provisions
Establishes a Task Force to study law enforcement surveillance technologies.
Requires review of current and planned uses of surveillance technology.
Task Force to submit findings and recommendations by December 5, 2017.
State agencies must provide staffing for the Task Force.
Latest Legislative Action
Hearing 3/28 at 1:00 p.m.
Bill Sponsors
Name
Role
District
Charles SydnorD
Sponsor
SD-044
Roll Call Votes
H ·
House Floor - Third Reading Passed (134-2) ·
Mar 14, 2017
134 Yea 2 Nay 5 OtherPassed ✓
Amendments (1)
House Amendment (Judiciary) 542819/01Adopted—
Compliance Checklist
Prepare for potential regulatory changes based on Task Force findings. Who: Businesses using surveillance technologies. Deadline: By December 5, 2017. Penalty: Potential regulatory consequences if new laws are enacted.
Full Legal Analysis
The bill establishes a Task Force to study the use of surveillance technologies by law enforcement agencies in Maryland. The Task Force is required to review current and planned uses of such technologies. The findings and recommendations must be submitted to the Governor and the General Assembly by December 5, 2017. This initiative reflects growing concerns about privacy and the implications of surveillance technologies on civil liberties. The bill does not specify penalties for non-compliance, but the outcomes could influence future legislation affecting technology use in various sectors.
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