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SB 1003

Howard County - Sheriff and State's Attorney - Compensation Ho. Co. 13-26

2026 Regular Session

SB 1003 adjusts compensation for Howard County's Sheriff and State's Attorney to enhance recruitment and retention for these county law enforcement leadership roles.

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 581
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Bill Summary · SB 1003

Legislative bill overview

SB 1003 modifies compensation provisions for Howard County's Sheriff and State's Attorney positions, codified in Ho. Co. 13-26. The bill has recently been rereferred to the Judicial Proceedings Committee after its first Senate reading, with a hearing scheduled for April 2, 2026.

Why is this important

Compensation adjustments for county law enforcement leadership directly affect recruitment, retention, and the county's ability to attract qualified candidates for these critical positions. Changes to these salaries also have budgetary implications for Howard County's fiscal planning and may reflect broader concerns about competitive pay in the region.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact: Whether the proposed compensation increase fits within Howard County's budget constraints or requires reallocation from other services
  • Equity concerns: How the changes affect pay parity between the Sheriff and State's Attorney positions, and whether adjustments are proportional
  • Regional competitiveness: Whether the new compensation levels align with comparable positions in neighboring jurisdictions or create disparities that could impact recruitment

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

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