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MD SB455
College Preparatory Programs and College Admissions Applications – Fees – Prohibition
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Introduced
01/22/2024
01/22/2024
In Committee
01/22/2024
01/22/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/08/2024
04/08/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Prohibiting a county board from charging fees to certain students related to enrollment in or completion of The International Baccalaureate Diploma Program or a comparable program consisting of Advanced Placement courses specified by the College Board; and prohibiting public institutions of higher education from charging a graduate of an approved public high school in the State any fees associated with certain college admissions applications.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits county boards from charging fees to students related to enrollment in or completion of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program or a comparable program consisting of Advanced Placement courses specified by the College Board. Additionally, the bill prohibits public institutions of higher education from charging a graduate of an approved public high school in Maryland any fees associated with college admissions applications. The purpose of this legislation is to make these educational opportunities and college application processes more accessible and affordable for Maryland students.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Senate Education, Energy, and the Environment Hearing (13:00:00 2/14/2024 ) (on 02/14/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0455?ys=2024RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2024RS/bills/sb/sb0455f.pdf |
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