Motor Vehicle Administration - Breathalyzer Technology - Uniform Standards
This bill requires Maryland's Motor Vehicle Administration to establish uniform standards for breathalyzer technology to ensure consistent, reliable measurements. It directly affects law enforcement agencies and drivers by mandating that all breathalyzers used in the state must meet these standards. All devices must comply with the new standards starting October 1, 2026, replacing current ad-hoc testing protocols. The law takes effect October 1, 2025, with regulations to be adopted by the Administration.
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Introduction
Jan 2025
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Governor
Introduced Jan 31, 2025
Last action Feb 19, 2025
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Jan 31, 2025
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First Reading Economic Matters
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Legislator
Party
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P
C.T. Wilson
DDemocratic
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