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This bill establishes a Task Force on Education Funding and Student Population Growth, which will consist of 11 members: one senator, one delegate, and nine additional representatives from various educational and governmental organizations such as the State Department of Education, Maryland Association of Boards of Education, Maryland State Education Association, and the Office of the Comptroller. The Governor will designate the chair and provide staff support for the Task Force. Task Force members will not receive compensation but can be reimbursed for expenses according to standard state travel regulations. The Task Force's primary responsibilities include analyzing challenges related to student enrollment counts and their impact on school funding, examining the relationship between growing student populations and school funding provisions, and developing recommendations for improvements. By December 15, 2025, the Task Force must submit a report of its findings and recommendations to the Governor and the General Assembly. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, and remain in effect for one year, automatically expiring on June 30, 2026, without requiring further legislative action.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0053?ys=2025RS