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This bill requires members of boards of directors or officers of residential condominiums and homeowners associations to complete a mandatory training curriculum within 90 days of being first elected or appointed to their positions. The training must be developed by recognized organizations such as a common ownership commission, an accredited educational institution, or a professional membership organization, and must cover comprehensive topics including Maryland housing laws, governance responsibilities, fiduciary duties, legal structures, meeting procedures, community maintenance, and other key administrative and operational aspects. Each member must obtain a certificate of completion valid for three years, which must be certified by the governing body and reported to the Common Ownership Commission. If a board member or officer fails to complete the required training, the governing body may remove them from their position or invalidate their votes. For existing board members and officers as of October 1, 2025, the training requirement will apply when they begin a subsequent term. The bill aims to ensure that those managing residential common ownership communities are well-informed about their legal and operational responsibilities.

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