HB1359Introduced in the House of Delegates
Police Pursuits of Fleeing Suspects - Standards (Dimeka Thornton Act)
Introduced by Sheila Ruth, District 44
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Requiring each law enforcement agency in the State to submit the agency's policy regarding pursuit of fleeing suspects to the Maryland Police Training and Standards Commission annually on or before January 1 each year, beginning in 2027; requiring the Commission, in consultation with the Attorney General and certain law enforcement agencies, to submit a certain report to the Governor and General Assembly annually on or before June 1, beginning in 2027; etc.
Where it stands
Hearing 3/10 at 1:00 p.m.
February 16, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.
Bill history
First Reading Judiciary
Hearing 3/10 at 1:00 p.m.
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