Maryland SB984 requires zoning approval for private entities to use buildings as immigration detention facilities.

Maryland SB984 mandates that private entities must obtain zoning approval before using buildings or structures as immigration detention facilities. It prohibits local governments from approving such use without explicit zoning authority. The bill also imposes a civil penalty of up to $10,000 per day for violations and allows the Attorney General to bring civil actions to enforce the law. The Act applies retroactively to agreements made before its enactment.

Maryland SB984 requires zoning approval for private entities to use buildings as immigration detention facilities.

Maryland SB984 mandates that private entities must obtain zoning approval before using buildings or structures as immigration detention facilities. It prohibits local governments from approving such use without explicit zoning authority. The bill also imposes a civil penalty of up to $10,000 per day for violations and allows the Attorney General to bring civil actions to enforce the law. The Act applies retroactively to agreements made before its enactment.