Bill > HB923

This bill modifies the composition of Maryland's State Board of Education by adding two new voting members: an educational support professional and an administrator. The educational support member must be a noncertificated, nonsupervisory public school employee who is part of a bargaining unit, and will be selected through a statewide election among such employees. Similarly, the administrator member, defined as a principal, assistant principal, or other administrative-level professional actively working in a public school, will also be chosen through a statewide election. Both new members will be appointed by the Governor with Senate confirmation and will be able to attend and participate in executive sessions of the State Board, but cannot vote on appeals-related matters. These additions will expand the Board from 13 to 15 regular members (plus the existing student member), aimed at increasing representation of different educational roles and perspectives. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025, providing time for implementation of the new election and appointment processes.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0923?ys=2025RS