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This bill modifies the structure and election process for the Baltimore County Board of Education by establishing a new redistricting framework. Currently, seven board members are elected from county council districts, but beginning with the 2034 general election, these members will be elected from seven newly defined school board districts. The bill mandates that after each decennial (10-year) U.S. Census, the county board must submit a redistricting proposal to the Baltimore County Delegation by December 1st of the year following the census. These proposed districts must be substantially equal in population. The legislation also maintains existing requirements that elected board members be at least 21 years old, residents of their district for two years, and registered county voters. Additionally, the bill limits board members to no more than three consecutive 4-year terms and prohibits individuals from simultaneously filing for election and seeking appointment in the same election year. The new redistricting process will become effective on July 1, 2025, ensuring a structured and transparent method for updating school board representation to reflect population changes.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0656?ys=2025RS