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MD HB872Public Institutions of Higher Education - Student Withdrawal Policy - Reimbursement of Tuition and Fees (The Cameron Carden Act of 2022)
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Introduced
02/07/2022
02/07/2022
In Committee
03/21/2022
03/21/2022
Crossed Over
03/19/2022
03/19/2022
Passed
Dead
04/11/2022
04/11/2022
Introduced Session
2022 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requiring constituent institutions and centers of the University System of Maryland to authorize students to withdraw under extenuating circumstances of illness, injury, hospitalization and mental health and wellness, and to reimburse the student any tuition and fees paid by the student for the semester during which the student withdraws.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the Cameron Carden Act of 2022, requires public institutions of higher education in Maryland, including constituent institutions and centers of the University System of Maryland, to authorize students to withdraw from courses under extenuating circumstances such as illness, injury, hospitalization, and mental health and wellness concerns. The bill also mandates that these institutions reimburse students for any tuition and fees paid for the semester in which they withdraw under these extenuating circumstances, as defined in the institution's policy. The bill aims to provide greater flexibility and support for students facing challenging personal situations that may impact their ability to continue their education.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (5)
Shaneka Henson (D)*,
Sheila Ruth (D),
Jen Terrasa (D),
Kris Valderrama (D),
Geraldine Valentino-Smith (D),
Last Action
Hearing 4/05 at 1:00 p.m. (on 04/05/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0872?ys=2022RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2022RS/bills/hb/hb0872t.pdf |
| Favorable with Amendments 963224/1 Adopted | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2022RS/amds/bil_0002/hb0872_96322401.pdf |
| Vote Image | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2022RS/votes_comm/hb0872_app.pdf |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2022RS/bills/hb/hb0872f.pdf |
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