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2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 11 - Maryland Higher Education Commission › Subtitle 17 - Hunger-Free Campus Grant Program › Section 11-1705 - Allocation of Grant Funding -- Determination by Commission -- Plan for Addressing Basic Needs Insecurity -- Adoption of Regulations

(a)    The Commission shall allocate grant funding to any 4–year or 2–year public institution of higher education or regional higher education center that:
(1)    Pledges a matching contribution to be used to implement the goals of the Program; and
(2)    Is designated as a hunger–free campus.
(b)    The Commission shall determine the amount of each grant.
(c)    The Commission shall incorporate into the 2026–2030 State Plan for Higher Education a plan for addressing any basic needs insecurity of higher education students.
(d)    (1)    The Commission shall adopt regulations necessary to carry out the requirements of this subtitle.
(2)    The regulations adopted under this subsection shall allow grant recipients to use grant funds flexibly to implement the goals of the Program, including giving recipients the ability to:
(i)    Support emergency assistance;
(ii)    Hire staff to manage initiatives related to the Program; and
(iii)    Use grant funds for operational activities related to the Program.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 11 - Maryland Higher Education Commission › Subtitle 17 - Hunger-Free Campus Grant Program › Section 11-1706 - Report by Commission -- Items Included

(a)    Not later than 2 years after establishing the Program, the Commission shall report to the Governor and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the General Assembly on the implementation of this subtitle.
(b)    The report shall include:
(1)    The number and amounts of grants awarded;
(2)    The impact of the Program on establishing hunger–free campuses at public institutions of higher education and regional higher education centers;
(3)    The impact of awarded grants on reducing the number of students experiencing food insecurity; and
(4)    Recommendations on expanding the Program.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 11 - Maryland Higher Education Commission › Subtitle 18 - Covid-19 Testing Plan › Section 11-1801 - Definitions. [Abrogated]

// EFFECTIVE UNTIL DECEMBER 31, 2022 PER CHAPTERS 29 AND 31  OF THE 2021 SPECIAL SESSION //
(a)    In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b)    “COVID–19” means, interchangeably and collectively, the coronavirus known as COVID–19 or 2019–nCoV and the SARS–CoV–2 virus.
(c)    “COVID–19 test” means an in vitro diagnostic test for the detection of SARS–CoV–2 or the diagnosis of the virus that causes COVID–19, as described in § 3201 of the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 11 - Maryland Higher Education Commission › Subtitle 18 - Covid-19 Testing Plan › Section 11-1802 - Covid-19 Security Plan for Higher Education Campuses Â Plan Posted on Website of Higher Education institution.. [Abrogated]

// EFFECTIVE UNTIL DECEMBER 31, 2022 PER CHAPTERS 29 AND 31  OF THE 2021 SPECIAL SESSION //
(a)    For calendar year 2021, an institution of higher education that has residence halls for students shall establish a COVID–19 security plan that includes both screening and testing procedures that will keep students, faculty, and staff safe while on campus for face–to–face instruction during the pandemic.
(b)    The plan required under subsection (a) of this section shall  be posted on the website of the institution of higher education and made available to the public.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 12 - University System of Maryland › Subtitle 1 - Powers and Duties › Section 12-101 - Established; Purpose; Definitions

(a)    In order to foster the development of a consolidated system of public higher education, to improve the quality of education, to extend its benefits and to encourage the economical use of the State’s resources, the University System of Maryland is established in accordance with the provisions of this title.
(b)    (1)    In this title the following words have the meanings indicated.
(2)    “Board” or “Board of Regents” means the Board of Regents of the University System of Maryland.
(3)    “Centers” or “institutes” means the following components of the System under the jurisdiction of the Board of Regents:
(i)    University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science;
(ii)    Cooperative Extension Service and the Agricultural Experiment Station;
(iii)    Statewide Medical Education and Training System;
(iv)    Fire and Rescue Institute;
(v)    Center for Maryland Advanced Ventures;
(vi)    University of Maryland Center for Economic and Entrepreneurship Development;
(vii)    Universities at Shady Grove Regional Higher Education Center; and
(viii)    Any other center, component, or institute established and operated by the System in accordance with its mission.
(4)    “Chancellor” means the Chief Executive Officer of the University System of Maryland and the Chief of Staff for the Board of Regents.
(5)    “Computer–based instructional technology” means computer hardware or software used by faculty and students in the delivery of the instructional program.
(6)    “Constituent institutions”, “institutions”, or “campuses” means the following public senior higher education institutions under the jurisdiction of the Board of Regents:
(i)    University of Maryland, which is a strategic partnership between the following two distinct campuses within the University System of Maryland:
1.    The University of Maryland, Baltimore Campus; and
2.    The University of Maryland, College Park Campus;
(ii)    University of Maryland Baltimore County;
(iii)    University of Maryland Eastern Shore;
(iv)    University of Maryland Global Campus;
(v)    Bowie State University;
(vi)    Coppin State University;
(vii)    Frostburg State University;
(viii)    Salisbury University;
(ix)    Towson University; and
(x)    University of Baltimore.
(7)    “President” means the Chief Executive Officer of a constituent institution of the University System of Maryland.
(8)    “Quasi–endowment funds” means funds that the University System of Maryland retains and manages in the same manner as an endowment.
(9)    “Technology” means the latest state–of–the–art technology products and services, including:
(i)    Copper and fiber optic transmission;
(ii)    Computer;
(iii)    Video and audio laser and CD–ROM discs;
(iv)    Video and audio tapes or other technologies; and
(v)    Technology used for online learning.
(10)    “University” or “University of Maryland System” means the University System of Maryland.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 12 - University System of Maryland › Subtitle 1 - Powers and Duties › Section 12-103 - Board of Regents -- Officers; Meetings

(a)    (1)    In December each year, the Board of Regents shall elect from among the members of the Board of Regents:
(i)    A chairperson; and
(ii)    Any other officer it requires.
(2)    (i)    Except as provided in subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, the member elected as chairperson shall serve in that position subject to the advice and consent of the Senate.
(ii)    A chairperson who has been confirmed by the Senate is not subject again to the advice and consent of the Senate during the period of continuous service as chairperson.
(b)    (1)    (i)    Subject to subparagraphs (ii) and (iii) of this paragraph, the Board shall determine the time and place of its meetings and may adopt rules for the conduct of its meetings.
(ii)    The Board shall make available to the public live and archived video streaming of each open meeting and shall allow time at each open meeting for public comment.
(iii)    The Board shall include all motions and vote tallies from open and closed sessions in publicly available Board meeting minutes.
(2)    The Governor, the State Treasurer, and the State Comptroller shall be notified of all meetings of the Board and may sit with the Board at any meeting.
(3)    The Secretary of Budget and Management, the Chairmen of the Senate Finance and Budget and Taxation Committees, and the Chairmen of the House Ways and Means and Appropriations Committees shall be invited to sit with the Board at any meetings of the Board at which requests for appropriations are prepared.
(4)    A majority of the voting members shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business.
(5)    No formal action may be taken by the Board without the approval of a majority of the voting members of the Board.
(6)    (i)    Of the two student members, only one member shall be a voting member of the Board each year.
(ii)    A student member shall be a voting member of the Board for only 1 year of a 2–year term.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 12 - University System of Maryland › Subtitle 1 - Powers and Duties › Section 12-107 - Equal Educational Opportunity

(a)    In consultation with the Maryland Higher Education Commission and the Chancellor, the Board shall undertake good faith efforts to:
(1)    Achieve the goals, measures, and commitments contained in any applicable equal educational opportunity plan adopted by the State;
(2)    Devote ample resources to achieving the equal employment opportunity goals and objectives; and
(3)    Ensure that women and minorities are equitably represented among the student body, faculty, staff, and administration of the University System, so that the University reflects the diversity of the State’s population.
(b)    In carrying out its responsibilities under this section, the Board may:
(1)    Designate an office to coordinate and monitor the equity activities and programs of the constituent institutions;
(2)    Require the constituent institutions to submit plans, reports, and data in the format the Board prescribes; and
(3)    Conduct studies of the effectiveness of institutional efforts and methods.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 12 - University System of Maryland › Subtitle 1 - Powers and Duties › Section 12-108 - Chancellor; Employees of Board

(a)    (1)    The Board of Regents shall appoint a Chancellor of the University System of Maryland.
(2)    The Chancellor is the Chief Executive Officer of the University System of Maryland and the Chief of Staff for the Board.
(b)    (1)    The Chancellor shall:
(i)    Advise the Board of Regents on systemwide policy;
(ii)    Conduct systemwide planning;
(iii)    Coordinate and arbitrate among the institutions and centers of the University;
(iv)    Assist the institutions in achieving performance goals in accordance with their adopted performance accountability plan;
(v)    Provide technical assistance to institutions and centers such as legal and financial services;
(vi)    Perform the duties the Board assigns; and
(vii)    See that the policies of the Board are carried out.
(2)    The Chancellor serves at the pleasure of the Board.
(3)    The Chancellor is entitled to the compensation established by the Board.
(c)    (1)    The Chancellor may:
(i)    Have the additional staff provided in the University budget; and
(ii)    Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, create any position within the system administration office.
(2)    (i)    The cost of any position, including the cost of any fringe benefits associated with the position, that is created under paragraph (1)(ii) of this subsection shall be paid with existing funds available to the system administration office.
(ii)    Paragraph (1)(ii) of this subsection may not be construed to require any additional State General Fund support.
(iii)    The total number of positions authorized under paragraph (1)(ii) of this subsection shall be limited as specified annually in the State budget bill.
(d)    (1)    Each employee of the Board shall join the Teachers’ Pension System of the State of Maryland or the Employees’ Pension System of the State of Maryland.
(2)    As an alternative, any employee in a position determined by the Board to be a professional position may join the optional retirement program under Title 30 of the State Personnel and Pensions Article.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 12 - University System of Maryland › Subtitle 1 - Powers and Duties › Section 12-110 - Faculty and Administrative Personnel

(a)    (1)    Upon the recommendation of the Chancellor who shall consult with the presidents, and in accordance with the requirements of Title 3 of the State Personnel and Pensions Article, the Board of Regents shall establish general standards and guidelines governing the appointment, compensation, advancement, tenure, and termination of all faculty and unrepresented employees in the University System of Maryland and shall apply the standards and guidelines in a negotiated memorandum of understanding to all represented employees covered by the memorandum of understanding.
(2)    These standards and guidelines shall recognize the diverse missions of the constituent institutions.
(b)    The Board of Regents may establish for unrepresented employees, and the Chancellor may negotiate for represented employees, different standards of compensation based on the size and missions of the constituent institutions.
(c)    Subject to such standards and guidelines, and in accordance with the requirements of Title 3 of the State Personnel and Pensions Article, a president may:
(1)    Prescribe additional personnel policies; and
(2)    Approve individual personnel actions affecting the terms and conditions of academic and administrative appointments.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 12 - University System of Maryland › Subtitle 1 - Powers and Duties › Section 12-111 - Appointments; Policies and Guidelines

(a)    Except as otherwise provided by law, appointments of the University System of Maryland are not subject to or controlled by the provisions of the State Personnel and Pensions Article that govern the State Personnel Management System.
(b)    In accordance with the requirements of Title 3 of the State Personnel and Pensions Article, the Board of Regents shall establish general policies and guidelines governing the appointment, compensation, advancement, tenure, and termination of all regular full–time and part–time personnel.
(c)    The policies established under subsection (b) of this section shall include consideration of hiring a contractual employee to fill a vacant position in the same or similar classification in which the contractual employee is employed.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 12 - University System of Maryland › Subtitle 1 - Powers and Duties › Section 12-112 - University Compliance With State Finance and Procurement Rules

(a)    (1)    Except as provided in § 11-203(e) of the State Finance and Procurement Article, the University is exempt from Division II of the State Finance and Procurement Article.
(2)    (i)    Subject to review and approval by the Board of Public Works and the Administrative, Executive, and Legislative Review Committee of the General Assembly, the Board of Regents shall develop policies and procedures governing procurements by the University.
(ii)    The policies and procedures developed under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph shall promote the purposes of the State procurement law as set forth in § 11-201 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.
(b)    The Board of Regents shall develop an information technology plan for the University System of Maryland that includes information technology policies and standards, including policies and standards for information management and telecommunication systems, that are functionally compatible with the State Information Technology Plan established under Title 3, Subtitle 4 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.
(c)    By January 1, 2007, the Board of Regents shall develop a nonvisual access clause for use in the procurement of computer-based instructional technology.
(d)    The nonvisual access clause developed under subsection (c) of this section shall be consistent with the standards developed by the Department of Budget and Management in accordance with the provisions of § 3-412 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 12 - University System of Maryland › Subtitle 1 - Powers and Duties › Section 12-113 - Business Entities

(a)    Consistent with § 15–107 of this article and any other applicable law, the Board of Regents may establish, invest in, finance, and operate businesses or business entities when the Board finds that doing so would further one or more goals of the University and is related to the mission of the University.
(b)    (1)    A business entity established, invested in, financed, or operated in accordance with this section may not be considered an agency or instrumentality of the State or a unit of the Executive Branch for any purpose.
(2)    A financial obligation or liability of a business entity established, invested in, financed, or operated in accordance with this section may not be a debt or obligation of the State or University.
(c)    (1)    Subject to the requirements of this section, an institution may establish, invest in, finance, or operate a corporation, foundation, consortium, or other entity that is intended to support a high impact economic development activity, as defined in § 12–104.1 of this subtitle.
(2)    Notwithstanding the provisions of §§ 5–501 through 5–504 of the General Provisions Article and subject to § 5–525 of the General Provisions Article, an official or employee of a public institution of higher education may be a director, official, or employee of an entity intended to support a high impact economic development activity, if the individual’s participation advances the interests of the institution.
(3)    Division II of the State Finance and Procurement Article does not apply to transactions between an entity established, financed, or operated under this subsection and the institution or consortium of institutions that established, financed, or operated the entity.
(4)    (i)    The Board of Regents shall adopt policies and procedures governing the establishment of high impact economic development entities to ensure that the institution’s participation in the entity furthers the interests of the institution, the University System of Maryland, and the State.
(ii)    The policies and procedures under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph shall include requirements for:
1.    Recognition of the entity by the Board of Regents;
2.    An annual audit of the entity by an independent certified public accountant; and
3.    Adequate safeguards with regard to conflicts of interest, proper contracting practices, and other fundamental ethical and business practice standards.
(d)    The Board of Regents shall submit to the Governor, and in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the General Assembly, an annual report on:
(1)    The business entities established in accordance with this section;
(2)    Funds invested in, and financing provided to, business entities established in accordance with this section;
(3)    Ownership interests in any business entities established in accordance with this section; and
(4)    The current status of the business entities.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 12 - University System of Maryland › Subtitle 1 - Powers and Duties › Section 12-114 - University Textbook Consortium

(a)    There is a University Textbook Consortium within the University System of Maryland.
(b)    The purpose of the University Textbook Consortium is to enable constituent institutions to receive a volume discount on the purchase of textbooks and other educational supplies.
(c)    The University System Office or its designee shall coordinate the purchase and distribution of textbooks and other educational supplies to participating institutions.
(d)    Participation in the University Textbook Consortium by constituent institutions is voluntary.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 12 - University System of Maryland › Subtitle 1 - Powers and Duties › Section 12-114.2 - Availability of Free or Low-Cost Digital Materials

(a)    Each constituent institution shall develop a method to clearly and conspicuously show in the online course scheduling application which courses:
(1)    Provide students access to all required course materials in the form of free or low–cost digital materials; and
(2)    May provide students access to course materials with a low–cost print option as an alternative to free or low–cost digital materials.
(b)    The free or low–cost digital materials under subsection (a) of this section:
(1)    Shall, to the extent practicable, include openly licensed educational resources; and
(2)    Shall be equally accessible to and independently usable by individuals with disabilities.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 12 - University System of Maryland › Subtitle 1 - Powers and Duties › Section 12-115 - Restrictions on Campaign Fund-Raising by Members of Board of Regents

(a)    In this section, “candidate”, “contribution”, and “political committee” have the meanings stated in § 1-101 of the Election Law Article.
(b)    The restrictions in this section apply from the date of a member’s appointment to the Board of Regents until the end of the member’s tenure on the Board.
(c)    (1)    A member of the Board of Regents may not, for the benefit of the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, or Comptroller, a member of the General Assembly, or a candidate for election to the office of Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, Comptroller, or member of the General Assembly, engage in the following activities:
(i)    Soliciting or transmitting a political contribution from any person, including a political committee;
(ii)    Serving on a fund–raising committee or a political committee;
(iii)    Acting as a treasurer for a candidate or official or as treasurer or chair of a political committee;
(iv)    Organizing or establishing a political committee for the purpose of soliciting or transmitting contributions from any person; or
(v)    Forwarding tickets for fund–raising activities, or other solicitations for political contributions, to a potential contributor.
(2)    This section does not prohibit a member of the Board of Regents from:
(i)    Making a personal political contribution;
(ii)    Informing any entity of a position taken by a candidate or official; or
(iii)    Engaging in other activities not specifically prohibited under paragraph (1) of this subsection.
(3)    A member of the Board of Regents may not be a candidate for a public office while serving on the Board.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 12 - University System of Maryland › Subtitle 1 - Powers and Duties › Section 12-116 - Agriculture and Natural Resources Internship Program

(a)    There is a University of Maryland Agriculture and Natural Resources Internship Program.
(b)    The purpose of the University of Maryland Agriculture and Natural Resources Internship Program is to:
(1)    Provide students in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at the University of Maryland, College Park Campus with at least one semester, where appropriate, of work experience relevant to their major, including on–farm experience for students interested in careers related to production of agriculture; and
(2)    Promote careers in agriculture and natural resources in the State.
(c)    The University of Maryland, College Park Campus or the Dean of the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at the University of Maryland, College Park Campus shall inform the Department of Agriculture on the University’s plan to implement the requirements of this section.
(d)    The Maryland Agricultural Commission shall work through its members representing specific sectors of agriculture and natural resources to promote, and where possible, to establish internships with farms and businesses in their respective sectors.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 12 - University System of Maryland › Subtitle 1 - Powers and Duties › Section 12-117 - Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Program

(a)    In this section, “collegiate recovery program” means a program that provides support and services for students recovering from alcohol or drug addiction who are enrolled at a constituent institution.
(b)    On the recommendation of the Chancellor, who shall consult with the presidents of the constituent institutions, the Board of Regents shall establish general standards and guidelines for a collegiate recovery program to be implemented at the constituent institutions.
(c)    The president of each constituent institution, in collaboration with faculty, staff, and students enrolled at the institution, shall develop and implement a collegiate recovery program tailored for the institution that:
(1)    Satisfies the standards and guidelines established by the Chancellor under subsection (b) of this section; and
(2)    Addresses the needs of students at the institution who are recovering from alcohol or drug addiction.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 12 - University System of Maryland › Subtitle 1 - Powers and Duties › Section 12-119 - Universities at Shady Grove Regional Higher Education Center -- Purpose -- Academic Programs -- Funding

(a)    There is a Universities at Shady Grove Regional Higher Education Center within the University System of Maryland.
(b)    The purpose of the Universities at Shady Grove Regional Higher Education Center is to provide students access to established, cutting edge, and high–demand academic programs of degree–granting institutions.
(c)    The academic programs offered at the Universities at Shady Grove Regional Higher Education Center shall be upper division undergraduate and graduate level programs and programs for advanced postgraduate certificates and credentials.
(d)    Funding for the Universities at Shady Grove Regional Higher Education Center shall be as provided in the State budget.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 12 - University System of Maryland › Subtitle 1 - Powers and Duties › Section 12-120 - Clinical Care at University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center -- Annual Funding

(a)    The University of Maryland School of Medicine shall provide clinical care at the University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center by assigning to the Center faculty who specialize in the following:
(1)    Neuroscience;
(2)    Obstetrics and gynecology;
(3)    Oncology; and
(4)    Vascular neurology.
(b)    (1)    For fiscal years 2023 through 2025, the Governor shall include in the annual budget bill an appropriation of at least $5,000,000 to implement the provisions of this section.
(2)    Funds provided in accordance with this subsection shall supplement and may not supplant any other funding provided to the University of Maryland School of Medicine.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 12 - University System of Maryland › Subtitle 1 - Powers and Duties › Section 12-121 - Specialized Clinical Care at Rural Hospitals by Faculty -- Annual Funding

(a)    The University of Maryland School of Medicine shall provide specialized clinical care at rural hospitals operated by the University of Maryland Medical System by assigning faculty who specialize in essential areas to each rural hospital.
(b)    (1)    For fiscal years 2023 through 2025, the Governor shall include in  the annual budget bill an appropriation of at least $2,000,000 to implement the provisions of this section.
(2)    Funds provided in accordance with this subsection shall supplement and may not supplant any other funding provided to the University of Maryland School of Medicine.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 12 - University System of Maryland › Subtitle 1 - Powers and Duties › Section 12-122 - Development of Antibias Education Program

On or before January 1, 2023, the University System of Maryland shall manage the development of an antibias education program that provides antibias education relevant to the provisions of Title 10, Subtitle 3 of the Criminal Law Article.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 12 - University System of Maryland › Subtitle 1 - Powers and Duties › Section 12-123 - Center for Cybersecurity -- Providing Assistance Related to Cybersecurity -- Annual Appropriation and Reporting

(a)    (1)    There is a Center for Cybersecurity at the University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC).
(2)    The Center for Cybersecurity is housed within the College of Engineering and Information Technology at UMBC.
(b)    The Center for Cybersecurity provides interdisciplinary academic and research leadership, partnership, innovation, and outreach by streamlining academic, research, workforce development, and technology incubation activities related to cybersecurity.
(c)    The Governor shall include in the annual budget bill an appropriation of at least $3,000,000 for the Center for Cybersecurity.
(d)    On or before October 1 each year, the Center for Cybersecurity shall report to the General Assembly, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, on the use of State funds in the field of cybersecurity to increase:
(1)    The number of new companies that are created;
(2)    The number of UMBC graduates who are employed in Maryland–based businesses;
(3)    Participation in workforce training programs; and
(4)    External research activities and partnerships.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 12 - University System of Maryland › Subtitle 2 - Councils › Section 12-201 - Advisory Councils and Committees

(a)    (1)    The Board shall establish:
(i)    A Council of University System Presidents;
(ii)    A Council of University System Faculty;
(iii)    A Council of University System Staff; and
(iv)    A University System Student Council.
(2)    These councils shall serve in an advisory capacity to the Chancellor and may, from time to time, make reports and recommendations to the Board.
(b)    The Board may appoint committees to advise it in exercising its authority.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 12 - University System of Maryland › Subtitle 3 - University of Maryland › Section 12-301 - Definitions

(a)    In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b)    “Center” means the Center for Maryland Advanced Ventures established under § 12–305 of this subtitle.
(c)    “Council” means the MPowering Joint Steering Council established under § 12–304 of this subtitle.
(d)    “Presidents” means the President of the University of Maryland, College Park Campus and the President of the University of Maryland, Baltimore Campus.
(e)    “UMCEED” means the University of Maryland Center for Economic and Entrepreneurship Development.
(f)    “University of Maryland” has the meaning stated in § 12–101 of this title.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 12 - University System of Maryland › Subtitle 3 - University of Maryland › Section 12-302 - Legislative Findings

The General Assembly finds that:
(1)    Fundamental research is the building block of a knowledge–based economy;
(2)    Federal research grants that support fundamental research are transitioning from single–discipline grants to multidiscipline grants that span academic programs;
(3)    A successful knowledge–based economy also depends on the transition of innovative research projects developed in research labs to companies in the private sector for commercialization; and
(4)    The State must enhance its research and technology transfer programs to continue developing a strong knowledge–based economy.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 12 - University System of Maryland › Subtitle 3 - University of Maryland › Section 12-304 - Mpowering Joint Steering Council

(a)    There is an MPowering Joint Steering Council.
(b)    The Council consists of members appointed by the President of the College Park Campus and the President of the Baltimore Campus.
(c)    The Council shall:
(1)    Develop guidelines for faculty appointments that are joint between the College Park Campus and the Baltimore Campus;
(2)    Make recommendations to the presidents on joint faculty appointments;
(3)    Make recommendations to the presidents identifying competitor state peers for the University of Maryland;
(4)    Establish a process by which undergraduate and graduate programs are evaluated to determine whether the students, the University of Maryland, and the State would benefit from alignment and collaboration and make recommendations to the presidents;
(5)    Carry out the programs and policies established under the MPower program as directed by the presidents;
(6)    Explore opportunities to create registered apprenticeship programs in nursing and other fields that include integration of high school career and technology education programs and University of Maryland graduate and undergraduate programs; and
(7)    Perform any other duties assigned by the presidents.
(d)    (1)    The Governor shall include in the annual State budget for the Council a General Fund appropriation in the following amounts:
(i)    $2,000,000 in fiscal year 2021;
(ii)    $4,000,000 in fiscal year 2022;
(iii)    $6,000,000 in fiscal year 2023;
(iv)    $8,000,000 in fiscal year 2024; and
(v)    $10,000,000 in fiscal year 2025 and each fiscal year thereafter.
(2)    The Governor shall include in the annual State budget for the University of Maryland Baltimore County, to further its mission as a research university and to complement the economic development and research activities of the MPowering Joint Steering Council, a General Fund appropriation in the following amounts:
(i)    $400,000 in fiscal year 2021;
(ii)    $800,000 in fiscal year 2022;
(iii)    $1,200,000 in fiscal year 2023;
(iv)    $1,600,000 in fiscal year 2024; and
(v)    $2,000,000 in fiscal year 2025 and each year thereafter.
(3)    The money appropriated under paragraphs (1) and (2) of this subsection is supplemental to and may not take the place of funding that otherwise would be appropriated for the Council or the University of Maryland Baltimore County.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 12 - University System of Maryland › Subtitle 3 - University of Maryland › Section 12-306 - University of Maryland Center for Economic and Entrepreneurship Development (Umceed)

(a)    (1)    There is a University of Maryland Center for Economic and Entrepreneurship Development (UMCEED).
(2)    UMCEED shall be located on the College Park Campus.
(b)    Following all State law, regulations, and processes for program review and approval, UMCEED shall advance the education of students by developing degree and credential programs in the following fields of study:
(1)    Virtual and augmented reality;
(2)    Neurosciences;
(3)    Biomedical devices;
(4)    Data analytics;
(5)    Cybersecurity; and
(6)    Quantum technologies, advanced data computing, and information technologies.
(c)    (1)    The presidents shall appoint an Executive Director of UMCEED.
(2)    The Executive Director shall:
(i)    Ensure that the provisions of this section are carried out;
(ii)    Develop a plan to appropriately staff UMCEED in order to effectively carry out the duties of UMCEED; and
(iii)    Annually report to the presidents and to the General Assembly, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the number of:
1.    New certificate and degree programs created;
2.    University of Maryland graduates who are employed in Maryland–based businesses;
3.    Patents or other intellectual property created within the new certificate or degree programs;
4.    New companies that are developed from the new certificate or degree programs; and
5.    New grant or contract funding that is awarded to faculty of the new certificate or degree programs.
(d)    (1)    The Governor shall include in the annual budget bill an appropriation of at least the following amounts to UMCEED for the following fiscal years:
(i)    $2,000,000 for fiscal year 2018;
(ii)    $4,000,000 for fiscal year 2019; and
(iii)    $6,000,000 for fiscal year 2020 and each fiscal year thereafter.
(2)    In addition to the appropriation required under paragraph (1) of this subsection, for fiscal year 2023 and each fiscal year thereafter, the Governor shall include in the annual budget bill an appropriation of at least $2,500,000 to UMCEED to be used to encourage the development and location of University created or sponsored technology companies in Prince George’s County.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 13 - University of Maryland -- General Provisions › Subtitle 1 - Branches, Commissions, and Institutes › Section 13-102 - Statewide Medical Education and Training System

(a)    (1)    There is a Maryland Statewide Medical Education and Training System in the University of Maryland.
(2)    The System includes the centers for training in comprehensive medical care specifically provided for in the State budget by funds designated and identified for the development of these centers.
(3)    Each center shall be established cooperatively with an existing medical or educational institution in this State.
(b)    (1)    The Dean of the University of Maryland School of Medicine and each cooperating institution jointly shall appoint a director and faculty for each center.
(2)    Each center shall appoint an advisory council to provide the highest possible degree of support and advice from the lay and professional communities.
(c)    (1)    In cooperation with the director of the center and the staff of the cooperating institution, the University of Maryland School of Medicine shall plan, implement, and expand a medical education and training program at each center.
(2)    The Dean of the University of Maryland School of Medicine is responsible for the fiscal administration of the program and shall review and approve the budget proposed by each center.
(d)    (1)    The University of Maryland is responsible for:
(i)    Selecting and assigning students to the centers; and
(ii)    Curriculum development and accreditation of the centers.
(2)    The University of Maryland may assign to those centers that it believes have developed appropriate faculty, facilities, and primary care curricula:
(i)    Third and fourth year medical students;
(ii)    Residency trainees; and
(iii)    Students who are in primary care programs of other health professions.
(e)    The University of Maryland School of Medicine shall provide for periodic, systematic evaluation of the Maryland Statewide Medical Education and Training System.
(f)    (1)    This section does not restrict any health care institution from starting or operating any training program jointly with any other person, whether or not the institution participates in this program.
(2)    Any institution that participates with the University of Maryland under this section is free to engage in any other educational training programs.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 13 - University of Maryland -- General Provisions › Subtitle 1 - Branches, Commissions, and Institutes › Section 13-103 - Fire and Rescue Institute

(a)    There is a Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute in the University of Maryland.
(b)    (1)    The head of the Institute is the Director.
(2)    The Director:
(i)    Shall report directly to the President of the University of Maryland, College Park Campus; and
(ii)    May adopt rules and regulations necessary to carry out this section.
(c)    The Institute shall:
(1)    Provide classroom education and training for career and volunteer fire and rescue personnel, both at the Institute and throughout this State;
(2)    Cooperate with other agencies that provide training for fire and rescue personnel;
(3)    Train instructors;
(4)    Prepare or adopt materials for training fire and rescue personnel;
(5)    Develop new fire and rescue training techniques;
(6)    Develop and implement specialized courses in fire fighting, including industrial fire fighting;
(7)    Maintain statistics and records on fire and rescue education, training, and related matters;
(8)    Develop programs to inform the public about the tasks performed by fire and rescue personnel;
(9)    Establish guidelines for instructional material to school systems in the State concerning fire and rescue education;
(10)    Provide disaster training for fire and rescue personnel; and
(11)    Cooperate with the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems to provide basic training for rescue personnel and emergency medical technicians.
(d)    The Institute shall have the funds provided in the State budget.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 13 - University of Maryland -- General Provisions › Subtitle 1 - Branches, Commissions, and Institutes › Section 13-104 - Small Business Development Center Network Fund

(a)    In this section, “Fund” means the Small Business Development Center Network Fund.
(b)    There is a Small Business Development Center Network Fund.
(c)    The purpose of the Fund is to provide matching funds for federal grant funds and to support the operations of the Small Business Development Center Network in the University of Maryland, College Park Campus.
(d)    The Fund is a special, continuous, nonlapsing fund that is not subject to § 7–302 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.
(e)    The State Treasurer shall hold the Fund separately, and the Comptroller shall account for the Fund.
(f)    The proceeds of the Fund shall be invested and reinvested.
(g)    Any investment earnings of the Fund shall be credited to the General Fund of the State.
(h)    The Fund consists of:
(1)    Any money appropriated to the Fund;
(2)    Any federal grant funds; and
(3)    Any other money from any other source accepted for the benefit of the Fund.
(i)    Money in the Fund may only be expended to support the operations of the Small Business Development Center Network.
(j)    For the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2021, and each fiscal year thereafter, the Governor shall include in the annual budget bill a General Fund appropriation of at least $1,150,000 to the Fund.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 13 - University of Maryland -- General Provisions › Subtitle 1 - Branches, Commissions, and Institutes › Section 13-106 - Institute for Public Leadership Established -- Purpose -- Annual Appropriations

(a)    In this section, “Institute” means the Institute for Public Leadership at the University of Maryland, College Park Campus.
(b)    (1)    There is an Institute for Public Leadership in the School of Public Policy at the University of Maryland, College Park Campus.
(2)    The School of Public Policy at the University of Maryland, College Park Campus shall manage the Institute according to the policies of the University of Maryland.
(c)    The purpose of the Institute is to:
(1)    Enhance the teaching of public leadership through academic and executive programs that support a diverse range of populations, including undergraduate and graduate students, mid–career professionals, and executive level officials and staff;
(2)    Provide students with opportunities for experiential learning with local, State, and federal partners;
(3)    Support students, especially those underrepresented in public service positions, to access public leadership careers through partnerships, skill development, and professional mentorship;
(4)    Build an active community of accomplished local, State, and federal practitioners associated with the Institute to share their knowledge and experience with students, faculty, and the public; and
(5)    Serve as a resource for public leaders in the State and the nation through research on issues of current and emerging significance.
(d)    For each of fiscal years 2023 through 2027, the Governor shall include in the annual budget bill an appropriation of $1,500,000 to the Institute.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 13 - University of Maryland -- General Provisions › Subtitle 2 - University of Maryland Regular Employee Grievance Procedures › Section 13-201 - Definitions

(a)    In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b)    “Day” means, except as otherwise provided, a working day, Monday through Friday, regardless of work schedule, weekend work, or midweek days off.
(c)    (1)    “Grievance” means any cause of complaint arising between a regular full–time or part–time employee and the University on a matter concerning discipline, alleged discrimination, promotion, assignment, or interpretation or application of University rules or departmental procedures over which the University management has control.
(2)    “Grievance” does not include:
(i)    Complaints on the general level of wages, wage patterns, fringe benefits, or other broad areas of financial management and staffing; or
(ii)    Any cause of complaint by any employee who is not represented by an exclusive representative under Title 3 of the State Personnel and Pensions Article.
(d)    “University”, unless the context requires otherwise, means a constituent institution of the University System of Maryland.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 13 - University of Maryland -- General Provisions › Subtitle 2 - University of Maryland Regular Employee Grievance Procedures › Section 13-202 - Hours and Compensation

(a)    If authorized by the Board of Regents or its designee, nurses and graduates of registered nurse education programs assigned to positions in the medical system of the Baltimore City campus may be scheduled to work flexible biweekly schedules with the normal biweekly work period of 80 hours; however, nursing personnel may not be required to work a flexible biweekly schedule.
(b)    If authorized by the Board of Regents or its designee, the campuses of the University System of Maryland may enter into agreements or understandings with employees who are eligible for overtime compensation under federal law that the employees will receive voluntarily compensatory time off in accordance with the federal Fair Labor Standards Amendments of 1985.
(c)    The University’s policy regarding compensatory time off awarded under the provisions of subsection (b) of this section shall be in accordance with regulations regarding compensatory time off adopted by the Department of Budget and Management, where appropriate.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division III - Higher Education › Title 13 - University of Maryland -- General Provisions › Subtitle 2 - University of Maryland Regular Employee Grievance Procedures › Section 13-204 - Decisions

A decision may not be made at any step of the grievance procedure that conflicts with or modifies a policy approved by the Board of Regents of the University System of Maryland or with any applicable statute or with any administrative regulation issued under appropriate statutory authority or that otherwise delimits the lawfully delegated authority of University officials unless prior approval has been obtained from the responsible official.