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HB 1017

Correctional Services - Private Detention Facilities - Zoning Requirement

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Charlotte Crutchfield and 10 co-sponsors

Maryland bill requiring zoning restrictions on private immigration detention facilities to limit where such operations can be established in the state.

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 173
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Bill Summary · HB 1017

Legislative bill overview

HB 1017 would establish zoning requirements for private immigration detention facilities in Maryland, imposing restrictions on where such facilities can be located within the state. The bill received a favorable recommendation with amendments from the Government, Labor, and Elections Committee and advanced to special order status.

Why is this important

Immigration detention is a contentious policy area affecting thousands of individuals, and zoning restrictions would directly influence where detention operations can occur geographically. The outcome affects both immigration enforcement capacity and community planning decisions in Maryland municipalities.

Potential points of contention

  • Enforcement vs. restrictions: Proponents of immigration enforcement may argue zoning restrictions limit detention capacity and complicate operations; opponents counter that restrictions protect communities from unwanted facilities
  • Community impact: Disagreement over whether detention facilities create safety concerns, economic burden, or serve necessary government functions in host communities
  • Private sector involvement: Debate over whether private companies should operate detention facilities at all, separate from where they're located

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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