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MD SB433
State Department of Education - Soccer Opportunities Program - Establishment
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Introduced
01/19/2024
01/19/2024
In Committee
01/19/2024
01/19/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/08/2024
04/08/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Establishing the Soccer Opportunities Program in the State Department of Education to increase opportunities for minority students to participate in soccer in their communities; and requiring the Governor, beginning in fiscal year 2026, to include in the annual budget bill an appropriation of at least $80,000 for the Program.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the Soccer Opportunities Program within the State Department of Education to increase opportunities for minority students to participate in soccer in their communities. The program will provide grants to local education agencies and youth soccer nonprofit organizations that meet the program's requirements. Beginning in fiscal year 2026, the Governor must include an appropriation of at least $80,000 for the program in the annual budget bill. The bill defines key terms such as "agency" (a local education agency serving a student population that is at least 80% minority) and "minority student" (as defined by state regulations). The program aims to make soccer more accessible to underrepresented student populations.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Senate Education, Energy, and the Environment Hearing (13:00:00 2/28/2024 ) (on 02/28/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0433?ys=2024RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2024RS/bills/sb/sb0433f.pdf |
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