Maryland Law Enforcement Public Service Medal to honor officers for exceptional public service, valor, and heroism.

The bill establishes the Maryland Law Enforcement Public Service Medal, the highest state honor for law enforcement officers who demonstrate acts of extraordinary courage, bravery, or selflessness. The medal is awarded by the Governor to sworn officers who have risked or sacrificed their lives by saving lives, preventing significant crimes, or responding to critical incidents. The bill also establishes a Medal Review Committee within the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services to evaluate nominations and select recipients.

Maryland Law Enforcement Public Service Medal to honor officers for exceptional public service, valor, and heroism.

The bill establishes the Maryland Law Enforcement Public Service Medal, the highest state honor for law enforcement officers who demonstrate acts of extraordinary courage, bravery, or selflessness. The medal is awarded by the Governor to sworn officers who have risked or sacrificed their lives by saving lives, preventing significant crimes, or responding to critical incidents. The bill also establishes a Medal Review Committee within the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services to evaluate nominations and select recipients.