Bill > HB769

This bill modifies the circumstances under which the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners can issue a conditional license, which is a temporary license to practice social work at the bachelor or master level, allowing individuals to practice under supervision while meeting full licensure requirements. It establishes alternative pathways for obtaining a full license, including passing the required examination or completing 1,500 hours of supervised experience during the conditional licensure period, and clarifies that these conditional licenses are valid for 12 to 24 months and cannot be renewed. Furthermore, beginning in 2026, the Board will be required to report annually to specific legislative committees on the number of conditional licenses issued, the number of holders who achieved full licensure, and any recommendations for program improvements, providing context for the program's effectiveness and impact on the healthcare workforce.

Health and Social Services

https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0769?ys=2026RS