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HB 1197

Frederick County - Sheriff - Salary

2025 Regular Session

HB 1197 adjusts Frederick County Sheriff salary, impacting county budget and law enforcement leadership recruitment amid multiple hearing scheduling changes.

Hearing 3/12 at 1:00 p.m.
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Bill Summary · HB 1197

Legislative bill overview

HB 1197 addresses the salary structure for the Sheriff of Frederick County, Maryland. The bill has undergone multiple hearing schedule adjustments since its introduction, most recently being rereferred to the Environment and Transportation Committee with a hearing scheduled for March 12, 2025.

Why is this important

Sheriff compensation affects county recruitment and retention of law enforcement leadership, which directly impacts public safety operations and agency effectiveness. Salary adjustments can have significant budgetary implications for Frederick County's operating costs and property tax considerations.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact on county budget - Salary increases require funding sources, potentially affecting other county programs or tax rates
  • Comparison to surrounding jurisdictions - Questions about whether Frederick County's sheriff pay is competitive with neighboring counties or the state average
  • Committee jurisdiction clarity - The bill's rerouting to Environment and Transportation (an unusual committee for personnel matters) suggests possible procedural or substantive complications requiring clarification

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

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