Police Training - Autism and Dementia (LEAD Act of 2026)
Introduced
Moved
Reached a final decision
Became law
Derived from the official record below.
Officially: “Police Training - Autism and Dementia (LEAD Act of 2026)” Read the full text
2026 session
What it does
Requiring the Maryland Police Training and Standards Commission to require entrance-level and in-service police training to include certain training regarding individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, dementia, and autism.
From the official legislative record, shown verbatim. Not legal advice.
Where it is
First reading, house of origin · Feb 5, 2026
Hearing · Feb 24, 2026
Committee report, house of origin: Favorable with Amendments · Mar 8, 2026
Second reading, house of origin: Passed with Amendments · Feb 24, 2026
Third reading, house of origin: Passed · Feb 26, 2026
First reading, opposite house · Feb 28, 2026
Committee report, opposite house: Favorable · Apr 1, 2026
Second reading, opposite house: Passed · Mar 16, 2026
Third reading, opposite house: Passed · Mar 17, 2026
The numbers
11
sponsors on the bill
Sponsors
Senator McKaySenator SmithSenator WaldstreicherSenator CharlesSenator FoldenSenator HensonSenator JamesSenator LoveSenator MuseSenator SydnorSenator West
Every fact on this page links to its source, starting with the official bill record. Last action: Approved by the Governor - Chapter 659 (as of Aug 30, 2026).