Maryland HB513 updates definitions and procedures for hate crimes and hate bias incidents.

Maryland HB513 revises definitions for "sexual orientation" and "hate bias incident" in state law. It mandates the Department of State Police to collect and analyze data on hate crimes and hate bias incidents targeting individuals or groups based on race, color, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, gender, disability, national origin, or homelessness. The bill also requires local law enforcement agencies and the State Fire Marshal to provide relevant information to the Department.

Maryland HB513 updates definitions and procedures for hate crimes and hate bias incidents.

Maryland HB513 revises definitions for "sexual orientation" and "hate bias incident" in state law. It mandates the Department of State Police to collect and analyze data on hate crimes and hate bias incidents targeting individuals or groups based on race, color, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, gender, disability, national origin, or homelessness. The bill also requires local law enforcement agencies and the State Fire Marshal to provide relevant information to the Department.