Local Law Enforcement Vehicles - Requirements - Automated External Defibrillators

HB 32 requires all local law enforcement vehicles in Maryland to carry an automated external defibrillator (AED), a medical device that automatically analyzes heart rhythms and delivers shocks if needed. Local law enforcement agencies must also maintain the AEDs' functionality to ensure they work when required. The bill applies to all local police departments and agencies operating vehicles used for law enforcement. It takes effect October 1, 2026, mandating this equipment without specifying additional funding or enforcement details.