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This bill modifies Maryland's Public Ethics Law by requiring each school board, including the Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners, to submit an annual certification to the State Ethics Commission demonstrating compliance with specific ethical requirements. By October 1st each year, school boards must provide a certification confirming that both the school board members and, where applicable, the local school system's officials and employees are adhering to the state's ethics regulations. The bill also makes some technical changes to the legal code, such as renumbering certain sections of the General Provisions Article. The new requirement aims to ensure ongoing ethical compliance and transparency among school board members and local school system personnel. The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2025, giving school boards time to prepare for the new annual certification process.

Budget and Finance, Education, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0109?ys=2025RS