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Introduced
02/15/2026
02/15/2026
In Committee
03/04/2026
03/04/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Repealing the requirement that a proposed new academic program be a graduate program in order for the Maryland Higher Education Commission or institutions of higher education in the State to file an objection to implementation of the proposed program.
AI Summary
This bill removes a restriction that previously limited objections to new academic programs to only those that were graduate programs. Now, the Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC) and other institutions of higher education in Maryland can object to the implementation of any proposed new academic program, not just graduate ones, if the objection is based on reasons such as the program not aligning with the institution's mission, not meeting a state or regional need, or causing unreasonable or unnecessary duplication of existing programs that could harm the state or its students. This change broadens the scope of review for new academic programs in Maryland.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Senate Education, Energy, and the Environment Hearing (13:00:00 3/17/2026 ) (on 03/17/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0983?ys=2026RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/sb/sb0983f.pdf |
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