reglab/statecodes huggingface dataset:
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 24 - Miscellaneous Education Agencies › Subtitle 5 - Historic St. Mary's City Commission › Part IV - Revenue Bonds › Section 24-520 - Pledge of Revenues as Security

(a)    A pledge by the Commission of revenues as security for an issue of bonds shall be valid and binding from the time when the documents evidencing the pledge are executed by the Commission.
(b)    (1)    The revenues that the Commission pledges may be made immediately subject to the lien of the pledge without any physical delivery or further act.
(2)    The lien of any pledge of revenue is valid and binding against any person who has any claim in tort, contract, or otherwise against the Commission, whether or not the person has notice.
(c)    In order to perfect the lien on the revenue pledged by the Commission against third persons, a resolution, trust agreement or financing statement, continuation statement, or other instrument that the Commission adopts or enters into need not be filed or recorded in any public record other than the records of the Commission.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 24 - Miscellaneous Education Agencies › Subtitle 5 - Historic St. Mary's City Commission › Part IV - Revenue Bonds › Section 24-521 - Liability; Protection and Enforcement of Rights

(a)    A member of the Commission, or any person executing the bonds, is not liable personally on the bonds or subject to any personal liability by reason of the issuance of the bonds.
(b)    Except as otherwise provided by an applicable resolution or trust agreement, a holder of bonds issued under this subtitle, or a trustee acting under a trust agreement entered into under this subtitle, may, by any suitable form of legal proceedings, protect and enforce any rights granted under the laws of this State or by any applicable resolution or trust agreement.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 24 - Miscellaneous Education Agencies › Subtitle 5 - Historic St. Mary's City Commission › Part IV - Revenue Bonds › Section 24-522 - Refunding Bonds

(a)    The Commission may issue bonds to refund any of its bonds then outstanding, including the payment of any redemption premium and any interest accrued or to accrue to the earliest or any subsequent date of redemption, purchase, or maturity of the bonds.
(b)    Refunding bonds may be issued:
(1)    (i)    For the public purposes of realizing savings in the effective costs of debt service, directly or through a debt restructuring; or
(ii)    For alleviating impending or actual default; and
(2)    In one or more series in an amount in excess of that of the bonds to be refunded.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 24 - Miscellaneous Education Agencies › Subtitle 5 - Historic St. Mary's City Commission › Part IV - Revenue Bonds › Section 24-523 - Enhancing Marketability of Bonds

(a)    The Commission may enter into agreements with agents, banks, insurers, or others for the purpose of enhancing the marketability of, or as a security for, its bonds.
(b)    Any financial institution, investment company, insurance company or association, and any personal representative, guardian, trustee, or other fiduciary, may legally invest any money belonging to them or within their control in any bonds issued by the Commission.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 24 - Miscellaneous Education Agencies › Subtitle 5 - Historic St. Mary's City Commission › Part IV - Revenue Bonds › Section 24-524 - Exemption From Taxation

(a)    The bonds of the Commission, their transfer, the interest payable on them, and any income derived from them, including any profit realized in their sale or exchange, are exempt at all times from every kind of taxation by this State or by any of its political subdivisions, municipal corporations, or public agencies.
(b)    (1)    Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, the bonds of the Commission may be, but are not required to be, issued in conformance with any applicable provisions of the Internal Revenue Code of the United States in order that the interest payable thereon shall be excludable from federal gross income.
(2)    The Commission may not issue tax–exempt private activity bonds that require a volume cap allocation under provisions of the Internal Revenue Code.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 24 - Miscellaneous Education Agencies › Subtitle 5 - Historic St. Mary's City Commission › Part V - Miscellaneous › Section 24-525 - Construction; Short Title

(a)    This subtitle shall be liberally construed to effect its purposes.
(b)    This subtitle may be cited as the “Historic St. Mary’s City Commission Act”.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 24 - Miscellaneous Education Agencies › Subtitle 7 - Maryland Longitudinal Data System › Section 24-702 - Maryland Longitudinal Data System

(a)    The State Department of Education, Maryland Higher Education Commission, University System of Maryland, Morgan State University, St. Mary’s College of Maryland, and Maryland Department of Labor jointly shall establish the Maryland Longitudinal Data System that shall be fully operational by December 31, 2014.
(b)    The Maryland Longitudinal Data System is a statewide data system that contains individual–level student data and workforce data from all levels of education and the State’s workforce, and allows the Center to:
(1)    Effectively organize, manage, disaggregate, and analyze individual student data; and
(2)    Examine student progress and outcomes over time, including preparation for postsecondary education and the workforce.
(c)    The linkage of student data and workforce data for the purposes of the Maryland Longitudinal Data System shall be limited to no longer than 20 years from the date of latest attendance in any educational institution in the State.
(d)    The purpose of the Maryland Longitudinal Data System is to:
(1)    Generate timely and accurate information about student performance that can be used to improve the State’s education system and guide decision makers at all levels; and
(2)    Facilitate and enable the linkage of student data and workforce data.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 24 - Miscellaneous Education Agencies › Subtitle 7 - Maryland Longitudinal Data System › Section 24-703.1 - Maryland Longitudinal Data System Center -- Reports

(a)    (1)    The Center shall develop a clear and easy–to–understand graphic data dashboard that is published annually on the Center’s website with information, disaggregated by local school system, regarding:
(i)    The number of students who are dually enrolled under Title 18, Subtitle 14A of this article; and
(ii)    The number and course name of the courses in which a student under item (i) of this subsection dually enrolls at the high school and at the public institution of higher education.
(2)    On or before December 15, 2021, and each December 15 thereafter, the Center shall send to the Governor and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the General Assembly a copy of the data dashboard published under this subsection, as the dashboard appeared on the date it is sent.
(b)    (1)    The Center shall develop a clear and easy–to–understand graphic data dashboard that is published annually on the Center’s website with information, disaggregated by county, regarding the experience of former children in out–of–home placements and how out–of–home placement affected participation in higher education.
(2)    The data dashboard required under this subsection shall include information on:
(i)    The rate of enrollment in institutions of higher education by placement;
(ii)    The type of institution of higher education in which children in out–of–home placements are enrolled;
(iii)    The type of financial support provided to children in out–of–home placements enrolled in an institution of higher education; and
(iv)    The graduation rate for children in out–of–home placements from institutions of higher education.
(3)    On or before December 15, 2021, and each December 15 thereafter, the Center shall send to the Governor and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the General Assembly a copy of the data dashboard published under this subsection, as the dashboard appeared on the date it is sent.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 24 - Miscellaneous Education Agencies › Subtitle 7 - Maryland Longitudinal Data System › Section 24-703.2 - Protocol for Student Information and Aggregated Data

(a)    (1)    In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
(2)    “Aggregated data” means de–identified data that is summarized by type of program of study or educational institution.
(3)    “Student information” means:
(i)    Student Social Security number;
(ii)    Program of study;
(iii)    Enrollment; and
(iv)    Name of educational institution.
(4)    “Tax information” means income tax records, wage information, and other data stored by the Comptroller.
(b)    (1)    The Center and the Comptroller jointly shall develop a protocol for research purposes for the:
(i)    Center to send student information to the Comptroller;
(ii)    Comptroller to match student information to tax information; and
(iii)    Comptroller to produce aggregated data from the matched information on the average amount of wage or salary earnings from self–employment or other sources of income for individuals within each educational institution or program of study.
(2)    The Comptroller may not produce any aggregated data that may be identifiable based on the size or uniqueness of the population under consideration.
(c)    The Center and the Comptroller jointly shall develop data handling and security standards for the Comptroller to utilize for the protocol, including:
(1)    Data retention and disposition policies;
(2)    Authorized access and authentication for authorized access policies;
(3)    Privacy compliance standards; and
(4)    Breach notification and procedures.
(d)    The Comptroller shall comply with any data privacy and security standards in accordance with the federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act and other relevant privacy laws and policies.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 24 - Miscellaneous Education Agencies › Subtitle 7 - Maryland Longitudinal Data System › Section 24-703.3 - Protocol for County Board and Department

(a)    The Center shall develop a protocol that is fully aligned with the Center’s data sets and security standards for:
(1)    A county board to convert a student’s home address and geolocation information into census tract and block numbers; and
(2)    The Department to collect the census tract and block number information from a county board and provide the information to the Center.
(b)    For fiscal years 2021 and 2022, the Governor shall appropriate in the annual State budget $100,000 to the Center for development of the protocol under this section.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 24 - Miscellaneous Education Agencies › Subtitle 7 - Maryland Longitudinal Data System › Section 24-705 - Report

(a)    The Governing Board shall report to the Governor and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the General Assembly on or before December 15 of each year.
(b)    The report shall include:
(1)    An update on the implementation of the Maryland Longitudinal Data System and the Center’s activities;
(2)    A list of all studies performed by the Center during the reporting period;
(3)    A list of currently warehoused data that is determined to be no longer necessary to carry out the mission of the Center;
(4)    Any proposed or planned expansion of data maintained in the database; and
(5)    Any other recommendations made by the Governing Board.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 24 - Miscellaneous Education Agencies › Subtitle 9 - Northeast Maryland Higher Education Advisory Board › Section 24-901 - Definitions

(a)    In this subtitle the following terms have the meanings indicated.
(b)    “Board” means the Northeast Maryland Higher Education Advisory Board.
(c)    “Center” means the University Center at HEAT.
(d)    “Commission” means the Maryland Higher Education Commission.
(e)    “Site” means a location where a 4–year institution of higher education offers Commission–approved undergraduate and graduate programs in Cecil County or Harford County.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 24 - Miscellaneous Education Agencies › Subtitle 9 - Northeast Maryland Higher Education Advisory Board › Section 24-903 - Composition; Term, Chair, Ex Officio Members; Compensation and Reimbursement

(a)    The Board consists of the following voting members:
(1)    One representative of each of the 4–year institutions of higher education offering a Commission–approved program at the Center or at a site, appointed by the institution; and
(2)    The following  10 representatives, appointed in accordance with the bylaws of the Board:
(i)    Three representatives of regional businesses, industries, or corporations;
(ii)    One representative of the Cecil County Office of Economic Development;
(iii)    One representative of the Harford County Office of Economic Development;
(iv)    One representative of Cecil College;
(v)    One representative of Harford Community College;
(vi)    One representative of the Northeast Maryland University Research Park; and
(vii)    Two representatives chosen from the community at large.
(b)    (1)    Each member serves for a term of 3 years and until a successor is appointed and qualifies.
(2)    A member may not serve more than two full consecutive terms.
(3)    A member appointed to fill a vacancy in an unexpired term serves only for the remainder of that term and until a successor is appointed and qualifies.
(c)    (1)    (i)    Subject to subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, the chair of the Board shall be elected by the Board from among its members.
(ii)    A member who is a representative of an out–of–state institution may not serve as chair.
(2)    The voting members may elect other officers and establish committees, including advisory committees, as needed.
(d)    In addition to the voting members, the following individuals shall serve as ex officio, nonvoting members:
(1)    The Senior Mission Commander of the Aberdeen Proving Ground, or the Commander’s designee;
(2)    The Garrison Commander of the Aberdeen Proving Ground, or the Commander’s designee; and
(3)    The Center Director.
(e)    Each member of the Board:
(1)    Serves without compensation; and
(2)    Is entitled to reimbursement for expenses in accordance with the Standard State Travel Regulations.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 24 - Miscellaneous Education Agencies › Subtitle 9 - Northeast Maryland Higher Education Advisory Board › Section 24-904 - Powers and Duties

(a)    In addition to the other powers expressly granted and duties imposed by this title, and subject to the authority of the Commission, the Board has only the powers and duties set forth in this section.
(b)    The Board shall:
(1)    Assist and support the development of higher education in Cecil County and Harford County;
(2)    Assist in setting the missions of and accomplishing the goals and objectives of the sites in Cecil County and Harford County;
(3)    Advise the Center, site coordinators, and the supervisory staff to whom the coordinators report on programs offered and facility utilization;
(4)    Provide guidance and support in identifying institutions and programs to serve higher education and workforce needs in Cecil County and Harford County;
(5)    Assist with the marketing and promotion of programs offered at the Center and sites;
(6)    Facilitate interactions among the business, nonprofit, education, and military communities;
(7)    Keep separate records and minutes; and
(8)    Adopt reasonable rules, regulations, or bylaws to carry out the provisions of this subtitle.
(c)    The Board may apply, accept, and expend any gift, appropriation, or grant from the State, county, or federal government or any other person.
(d)    The Board may make agreements with the federal, State, or a county government or any other person, if it considers the agreement advisable for the support of higher education.
(e)    The Board may adopt a corporate seal.
(f)    In addition to other reports that may be required by the Commission, the Board shall:
(1)    Keep records that are consistent with sound business practices and accounting records using generally accepted accounting principles;
(2)    Cause an audit by an independent certified public accountant to be made of the accounts and transactions of the Center at the conclusion of each fiscal year; and
(3)    For any State money, be subject to an audit by the Office of Legislative Audits, in accordance with §§ 2–1220 through 2–1227 of the State Government Article.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 24 - Miscellaneous Education Agencies › Subtitle 10 - Frederick Center for Research and Education in Science and Technology Governing Board › Section 24-1001 - Definitions

(a)    In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b)    “Board” means the Frederick Center for Research and Education in Science and Technology Governing Board.
(c)    “Commission” means the Maryland Higher Education Commission.
(d)    “Frederick CREST” means the Frederick Center for Research and Education in Science and Technology.
(e)    “Site” means a 4–year institution of higher education that offers Commission–approved undergraduate and graduate programs at Frederick CREST.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 24 - Miscellaneous Education Agencies › Subtitle 10 - Frederick Center for Research and Education in Science and Technology Governing Board › Section 24-1003 - Membership

(a)    The Board consists of the following voting members:
(1)    One representative of each of the 4–year institutions of higher education offering a Commission–approved program at Frederick CREST and at a site, appointed by the institution;
(2)    The following nine representatives, appointed in accordance with the bylaws of the Board:
(i)    Five members of the Frederick County Business Roundtable for Education Executive Committee who are appointed as representatives from the following groups:
1.    The Frederick County Chamber of Commerce;
2.    Frederick Community College;
3.    Frederick County Public Schools;
4.    Frederick County Office of Economic Development; and
5.    Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research (operating contractor);
(ii)    Two representatives of regional businesses, industries, or corporations; and
(iii)    Two representatives chosen from the community at–large;
(3)    The President of Hood College; and
(4)    The President of Mount St. Mary’s University.
(b)    (1)    Each member serves for a term of 3 years and until a successor is appointed and qualifies.
(2)    A member may not serve more than two full consecutive terms.
(3)    A member appointed to fill a vacancy in an unexpired term serves only for the remainder of that term and until a successor is appointed and qualifies.
(c)    (1)    (i)    Subject to subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, the chair of the Board shall be elected by the Board from among its members.
(ii)    A member who is a representative of an out–of–state institution may not serve as chair.
(2)    The voting members may elect other officers and establish committees, including advisory committees, as needed.
(d)    In addition to the voting members, the following individuals shall serve as ex officio, nonvoting members:
(1)    The Senior Mission Commander of Fort Detrick;
(2)    The representative from Fort Detrick on the Frederick County Business Roundtable for Education Executive Committee;
(3)    The National Cancer Institute’s senior mission leader for the Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research, or the leader’s designee; and
(4)    The Director of Frederick CREST.
(e)    Each member of the Board:
(1)    Serves without compensation; and
(2)    Is entitled to reimbursement for expenses in accordance with the Standard State Travel Regulations.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 24 - Miscellaneous Education Agencies › Subtitle 12 - Police Department of the Johns Hopkins University › Section 24-1201 - Definitions

(a)    In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b)    “Accountability Board” means the University Police Accountability Board.
(c)    (1)    “Campus area” means any property that is:
(i)    Owned, leased, operated by, or under the control of the University;
(ii)    Located on:
1.    The Homewood campus, meaning the area bounded by West University Parkway and East University Parkway on the north, East 28th Street and West 28th Street on the south, Remington Avenue and Stony Run stream on the west, and North Calvert Street on the east;
2.    The East Baltimore campus, meaning the area bounded by East Eager Street on the north, East Baltimore Street on the south, North Caroline Street on the west, and North Castle Street on the east; or
3.    The Peabody campus, meaning the area bounded by West Madison Street and East Madison Street on the north, East Hamilton Street and West Hamilton Street on the south, Cathedral Street on the west, and Saint Paul Street on the east; and
(iii)    Used for educational or institutional purposes.
(2)    “Campus area” includes the public property that is immediately adjacent to the campus, including:
(i)    A sidewalk, a street, or any other thoroughfare; and
(ii)    A parking facility.
(d)    “Memorandum of understanding” means an agreement between the Johns Hopkins University and the Baltimore Police Department regarding matters related to police jurisdiction and operations.
(e)    “Police department” means a University police department established under this subtitle.
(f)    “University” means the Johns Hopkins University.
(g)    “University police officer” means a police officer of a police department established under this subtitle.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 24 - Miscellaneous Education Agencies › Subtitle 12 - Police Department of the Johns Hopkins University › Section 24-1202 - Establishment of Police Department; Powers of Officers

(a)    Subject to the requirements of this subtitle, the Johns Hopkins University may establish a police department based on a memorandum of understanding.
(b)    The memorandum of understanding shall require that the Baltimore Police Department:
(1)    Have primary responsibility for all investigations and arrests related to Part I offenses specified under the Uniform Crime Reporting Program, except:
(i)    Theft;
(ii)    Burglary; and
(iii)    Motor vehicle taking;
(2)    Maintain any evidence collected from crime scenes at the Evidence Control Unit of the Baltimore Police Department, in accordance with Baltimore Police Department governing procedures and regulations; and
(3)    Impound any stolen vehicles in accordance with Baltimore Police Department governing procedures and regulations.
(c)    (1)    Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, a University police officer has the powers granted to a peace and police officer.
(2)    (i)    A University police officer may exercise these powers only:
1.    On the University’s campus area; and
2.    Subject to subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, within areas adjacent to the campus area, as specified in the executed memorandum of understanding developed with input from the relevant community.
(ii)    A University police officer may exercise these powers within areas adjacent to the campus area only if:
1.    The University receives a majority of support from the members of the relevant campus–adjacent communities for the police department to operate in their communities; and
2.    The Baltimore City Council approves a resolution affirming that the University has received the support required under item 1 of this subparagraph of the campus–adjacent community areas in which the police department is authorized to operate.
(iii)    A University police officer may not exercise these powers on any other property unless:
1.    Engaged in fresh pursuit of a suspected offender;
2.    Necessary to facilitate the orderly flow of traffic to and from a campus area;
3.    Specially requested or authorized to exercise the powers in Baltimore City by the Mayor of Baltimore City if:
A.    There is a sudden and unforeseen emergency of such public gravity and urgency that it requires an immediate response to protect the public welfare; and
B.    The Mayor issues an order declaring an emergency that specifies the manner in which the police officer’s powers will be exercised; or
4.    Ordered to exercise the powers by the Governor under a declared state of emergency.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 24 - Miscellaneous Education Agencies › Subtitle 12 - Police Department of the Johns Hopkins University › Section 24-1205 - University Police Accountability Board

(a)    If the University establishes a police department under this subtitle, the University shall establish a University Police Accountability Board.
(b)    The purpose of the Accountability Board is to:
(1)    Enable community members to share community concerns regarding the police department directly with police department leadership;
(2)    Review police department metrics;
(3)    Provide feedback on existing police department policies and practices, including police department standards for hiring and recruitment; and
(4)    Suggest ideas for improving police department policies, procedures, and performance, including ideas for community–based public safety initiatives.
(c)    (1)    The Accountability Board shall be composed of 15 individuals, including:
(i)    Students, faculty, and staff of the University;
(ii)    Members of the Baltimore City community from the neighborhoods adjacent to the campus area; and
(iii)    A member of the Johns Hopkins University Black Faculty and Staff Association.
(2)    The Accountability Board shall include at least one community representative who is unaffiliated with the University from each of the following neighborhoods:
(i)    The neighborhood adjacent to the University’s Homewood campus;
(ii)    The neighborhood adjacent to the University’s East Baltimore campus; and
(iii)    The neighborhood adjacent to the University’s Peabody campus.
(3)    Except as provided in paragraph (4) of this subsection, University leadership shall appoint the individuals to the Accountability Board with the advice and consent of the Senate.
(4)    (i)    The Mayor of Baltimore City and the Baltimore City Council President each shall appoint an individual to the Accountability Board.
(ii)    University leadership, in consultation with the Baltimore City Council, shall appoint the community representatives specified under paragraph (2) of this subsection with the advice and consent of the Senate.
(d)    The Accountability Board shall have the authority to:
(1)    Review police department metrics involving crime;
(2)    Review current and prospective police department policies, procedures, and training; and
(3)    Provide recommendations to the University on current and prospective police department policies, procedures, and training.
(e)    The Accountability Board shall:
(1)    Meet at least quarterly;
(2)    Hold at least one public meeting each year to seek input on police department policies, procedures, and training from community members of Baltimore City; and
(3)    Post the minutes from each meeting in a prominent manner on a website available to the public.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 24 - Miscellaneous Education Agencies › Subtitle 12 - Police Department of the Johns Hopkins University › Section 24-1206 - Jurisdiction Over Department

If the University establishes a police department under this subtitle, the police department is subject to the jurisdiction of the Civilian Review Board of Baltimore City established under § 16–42 of the Public Local Laws of Baltimore City.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 24 - Miscellaneous Education Agencies › Subtitle 12 - Police Department of the Johns Hopkins University › Section 24-1207 - Establishment of Police Athletic/activity League

If the University establishes a police department under this subtitle, the police department shall establish at least one Police Athletic/Activity League in Baltimore City through the National Association of Police Athletic/Activities Leagues, Inc., at its own expense.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 24 - Miscellaneous Education Agencies › Subtitle 12 - Police Department of the Johns Hopkins University › Section 24-1209 - Collective Bargaining

Nothing in this subtitle shall be construed to affect the right of employees of the police department to form, join, support, or participate in a labor organization to engage in collective bargaining under applicable federal law.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 24 - Miscellaneous Education Agencies › Subtitle 12 - Police Department of the Johns Hopkins University › Section 24-1210 - Access to Information

(a)    If the University establishes a police department under this subtitle, the police department shall allow a person or governmental unit to access information in the same manner as a person or governmental unit would be able to access a public record of a law enforcement agency under the Public Information Act if the information is:
(1)    Included in records that are:
(i)    Created solely for law enforcement purposes; or
(ii)    Related to an arrest for a criminal offense; and
(2)    Would be subject to disclosure under the Public Information Act if the information were in a record created by a law enforcement agency.
(b)    This section may not be construed to make an independent institution of higher education, as defined in § 10–101 of this article, subject to the Public Information Act.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 24 - Miscellaneous Education Agencies › Subtitle 12 - Police Department of the Johns Hopkins University › Section 24-1211 - Applicability of Immunity

(a)    If the University establishes a police department under this subtitle, the University, the police department, and the officers, employees, and agents of the University or police department:
(1)    Are not entitled to immunity under Title 5, Subtitle 3 of the Courts Article (Local Government Tort Claims Act), Title 12, Subtitle 1 of the State Government Article (Maryland Tort Claims Act), or common law public official immunity; and
(2)    May not raise the defense of sovereign immunity.
(b)    No action may be maintained against the State for the conduct or other acts of the University, the police department, or the officers, employees, or agents of the University or police department.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 24 - Miscellaneous Education Agencies › Subtitle 12 - Police Department of the Johns Hopkins University › Section 24-1212 - Evaluation by Department of Legislative Services

(a)    (1)    If the University establishes a police department under this subtitle, the Department of Legislative Services shall conduct a preliminary evaluation of the police department on or before December 15, 2027, in the same manner as a preliminary evaluation is conducted under the Maryland Program Evaluation Act.
(2)    If the Legislative Policy Committee does not determine that a full evaluation is needed, the Department of Legislative Services shall prepare legislation to extend the termination date under subsection (c) of this section and the evaluation date under paragraph (1) of this subsection.
(b)    If the Legislative Policy Committee determines a full evaluation is necessary, the Department of Legislative Services shall, in the same manner as is required under the Maryland Program Evaluation Act:
(1)    Conduct a full evaluation in the same manner as a full evaluation; and
(2)    Issue a full report to the General Assembly recommending that this subtitle should be reestablished, with or without changes, or allowed to terminate.
(c)    Subject to the evaluation and reestablishment provisions of this section, this subtitle and all policies and standards adopted under this subtitle shall terminate and be of no further effect after July 1, 2029.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 24 - Miscellaneous Education Agencies › Subtitle 12 - Police Department of the Johns Hopkins University › Section 24-1213 - Pension, Retirement and Other Benefits

(a)    The University shall be solely responsible for the pension, retirement, and any other benefits afforded to the employees of the police department.
(b)    The employees of the police department are not entitled to State pension, State retirement, or any other benefits afforded to State personnel arising out of their employment with the police department.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 24 - Miscellaneous Education Agencies › Subtitle 13 - Inmate Training and Job Pilot Program › Section 24-1301 - Definitions [Subtitle Subject to Abrogation]

// EFFECTIVE UNTIL JUNE 30, 2028 PER CHAPTER 677 OF 2021 //
(a)    In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b)    “Commission” means the Maryland Higher Education Commission.
(c)    “Division” means the Division of Correction within the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services.
(d)    “Governing entity” means:
(1)    The President of Bowie State University;
(2)    The President of Coppin State University;
(3)    The Board of Regents of Morgan State University;
(4)    The President of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore; and
(5)    The president, board of trustees, board of regents, or any other head of an institution of postsecondary education at which the Commission establishes a Pilot Program under § 24–1302 of this subtitle.
(e)    “Institution of postsecondary education” has the meaning stated in § 10–101 of this article.
(f)    “Pilot Program” means the Inmate Training and Job Pilot Program.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 24 - Miscellaneous Education Agencies › Subtitle 13 - Inmate Training and Job Pilot Program › Section 24-1302 - Inmate Training and Pilot Program -- Purpose -- Administration [Subtitle Subject to Abrogation]

// EFFECTIVE UNTIL JUNE 30, 2028 PER CHAPTER 677 OF 2021 //
(a)    (1)    There is an Inmate Training and Job Pilot Program at:
(i)    Bowie State University;
(ii)    Coppin State University;
(iii)    Morgan State University; and
(iv)    The University of Maryland Eastern Shore.
(2)    The Commission may establish a Pilot Program at an institution of postsecondary education not listed under paragraph (1) of this subsection through a memorandum of understanding.
(b)    The purpose of each Pilot Program is to provide educational and vocational training opportunities for an inmate in the  12 months preceding the inmate’s date of release.
(c)    The Pilot Program shall be administered jointly by the Commission and the governing entity of each institution of postsecondary education, with the cooperation of the Division.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 24 - Miscellaneous Education Agencies › Subtitle 13 - Inmate Training and Job Pilot Program › Section 24-1303 - Individualized Plans for Inmates -- Enrollment in Courses -- Format [Subtitle Subjection to Abrogation]

// EFFECTIVE UNTIL JUNE 30, 2028 PER CHAPTER 677 OF 2021 //
(a)    (1)    Each Pilot Program shall have an individualized plan designed to prepare the inmate for success on release.
(2)    The individualized plan shall specify a professor or other staff member at the institution of postsecondary education who shall serve as the primary contact responsible for each inmate’s participation and education in the Pilot Program.
(3)    (i)    The primary contact shall select at least three students to serve as Pilot Program mentors who are:
1.    At least 18 years old;
2.    Enrolled in the institution of postsecondary education; and
3.    If a Pilot Program is located at a 4–year institution of postsecondary education, enrolled in their junior or senior year.
(ii)    A student who participates in the Pilot Program shall receive course credit and a small stipend from the Pilot Program.
(4)    To ensure that the inmate receives the support necessary to succeed, the primary contact shall meet with the inmate regularly during the inmate’s participation in the Pilot Program.
(5)    The primary contact shall work with the Division to ensure that the timing of course participation and Pilot Program meetings works with an inmate’s schedule.
(b)    Each governing entity shall ensure that an inmate participating in the Pilot Program is enrolled in a course or courses that:
(1)    Are credit bearing and may contribute to course graduation requirements for an institution of postsecondary education; or
(2)    Either in isolation or as part of a series of courses, lead to an industry–recognized certificate or license.
(c)    Courses provided under this section shall be:
(1)    Provided through a  suitable format as indicated by the Pilot Program in consultation with the Commission, the Division, and the applicable institution of postsecondary education, whether virtual or nonvirtual; and
(2)    Subject to regulations adopted by the Commissioner of Correction under § 3–611 of the Correctional Services Article.
(d)    The Division shall:
(1)    Ensure that courses and instruction are provided in a suitable manner as indicated by the Pilot Program in consultation with the Commission, the Division, and the applicable institution of postsecondary education, whether virtual or nonvirtual;
(2)    Create a safe and reasonable process, whether virtually or in person, by which to confer a degree to an inmate who is still incarcerated and who completes the requirements for a degree as part of the Pilot Program; and
(3)    On or before June 1, 2022, create a process and system in coordination with the Commission to develop a hybrid virtual and in–person learning environment in the Division’s statewide system.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 24 - Miscellaneous Education Agencies › Subtitle 13 - Inmate Training and Job Pilot Program › Section 24-1304 - Updates Provided After Inmate's Release -- Hotline -- Connection With Local Nonprofit Organizations [Subtitle Subject to Abrogation]

// EFFECTIVE UNTIL JUNE 30, 2028 PER CHAPTER 677 OF 2021 //
(a)    (1)    Each inmate who participates in the Pilot Program shall agree to provide the assigned institution of postsecondary education and nonprofit organization with regular updates for 2 years following the inmate’s release.
(2)    Updates provided under this subsection shall include information about the Pilot Program participant’s employment, enrollment in postsecondary education courses, and licensure or certification.
(b)    The Commission shall establish a hotline for participants in the Pilot Program through which a former inmate may be connected to counseling and job services.
(c)    (1)    Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, before a Pilot Program participant’s release, the Commission shall connect a participant with a nonprofit organization that serves individuals in the community where the participant plans to reside.
(2)    The Commission shall connect a participant with a nonprofit organization only if the participant desires the aid of a nonprofit organization whose mission includes aid with:
(i)    Job placement;
(ii)    Housing services; or
(iii)    Counseling services.
(3)    The Commission shall facilitate Pilot Program participant contact with the appropriate nonprofit organization.
(d)    The Commission shall encourage former Pilot Program participants to serve as contacts for future Pilot Program participants.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 24 - Miscellaneous Education Agencies › Subtitle 13 - Inmate Training and Job Pilot Program › Section 24-1305 - Annual Appropriation for Pilot Program -- Use of Funds -- Annual Report on Participation -- Allocation of Funds [Subtitle Subject to Abrogation]

// EFFECTIVE UNTIL JUNE 30, 2028 PER CHAPTER 677 OF 2021 //
(a)    The Governor shall include in the annual budget bill an appropriation for the Pilot Program in the amount of:
(1)    $300,000 in fiscal year 2023;
(2)    $330,000 in fiscal year 2024;
(3)    $363,000 in fiscal year 2025; and
(4)    $363,000 in fiscal year 2026.
(b)    Funding appropriated under this section shall be provided to:
(1)    The Commission for:
(i)    Costs associated with the administration of the Pilot Program, including a designated employee responsible for the administration of the Pilot Program;
(ii)    Grants made to institutions of postsecondary education that participate in the Pilot Program; and
(iii)    Stipends provided to student mentors who participate in the Pilot Program; and
(2)    The Division for costs associated with the administration of the Pilot Program within the Division, including a designated employee responsible for the administration of the Pilot Program.
(c)    On or before December 15, 2022, and each December 15 through 2026, a governing entity shall report to the Commission on the number of inmates enrolled in the Pilot Program at the institution in the current academic year.
(d)    (1)    Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, each year the Commission shall allocate funds to institutions of postsecondary education that participate in the Pilot Program on a pro rata basis, according to the most recent enrollment data required under subsection (c) of this section.
(2)    Institutions of postsecondary education must collectively aim to enroll at least 40 inmates, to be divided among the institutions, to qualify for an allocation of funds under this subsection.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 24 - Miscellaneous Education Agencies › Subtitle 13 - Inmate Training and Job Pilot Program › Section 24-1306 - Interim Report on Progress of Pilot Program -- Information Included [Subtitle Subject to Abrogation]

// EFFECTIVE UNTIL JUNE 30, 2028 PER CHAPTER 677 OF 2021 //
(a)    (1)    On or before July 1, 2024, the Commission, in consultation with the Division, shall submit an interim report to the Governor and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the General Assembly on the progress of the Pilot Program.
(2)    On or before July 1, 2028, the Commission, in consultation with the Division, shall submit a final report to the Governor and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the General Assembly on the progress of the Pilot Program.
(b)    The reports required under this section shall include the following information on program participants:
(1)    The courses in which a participant enrolled;
(2)    Post–confinement employment of a participant;
(3)    Post–confinement continuing education of a participant; and
(4)    Post–confinement certification or licensure of a participant.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 25 - Educational Compacts › Subtitle 1 - Compact for Education › Section 25-103 - Maryland Education Council; Representation on Commission

(a)    There is a Maryland Education Council.
(b)    (1)    The Council consists of seven members.
(2)    One member shall be the Governor, ex officio.
(3)    Two members shall be from the Senate and House of Delegates of the General Assembly, appointed by the respective presiding officers.
(4)    One member shall be the State Superintendent, ex officio.
(5)    Three members shall be residents of this State appointed by the Governor. These members shall have knowledge of and interest in educational matters and by virtue of their training, experience, knowledge, or affiliation shall be in a position collectively to reflect broadly the interests of the State government, higher education, the State education system, county education, and lay and professional, public and nonpublic educational leadership.
(c)    (1)    The three members appointed by the Governor serve for terms that coincide with that of the Governor.
(2)    Any member of the Council appointed by the Governor may be reappointed to one or more successive terms.
(d)    (1)    The Governor shall designate a chairman of the Council from among its members.
(2)    The Council shall meet:
(i)    On the call of its Chairman or the request of a majority of its members; and
(ii)    At least three times in each year.
(e)    The Council may consider all matters relating to:
(1)    Public educational policy;
(2)    Recommendations of the Education Commission of the States; and
(3)    The activities of the representatives from this State on the Education Commission of the States.
(f)    The members of the Maryland Education Council shall be the representatives from this State on the Education Commission of the States.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 25 - Educational Compacts › Subtitle 2 - Southern Regional Education Compact › Section 25-201 - Governor to Sign

On the approval of this Compact by the minimum required number of states, as provided in the Compact, the Governor shall sign an engrossed copy of the Southern Regional Education Compact substantially as it appears in § 25-202 of this subtitle and sufficient copies of it, to provide each state that approves the Compact with an engrossed copy of it.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 25 - Educational Compacts › Subtitle 2 - Southern Regional Education Compact › Section 25-203 - Ratification of Compact

The Southern Regional Education Compact is approved, confirmed, and ratified, and every paragraph, clause, provision, matter, and thing in the Compact shall be obligatory on this State and its citizens, and shall be forever faithfully and inviolably observed and kept by the government of this State and all of its citizens according to the true intent and meaning and provisions of the Compact.
2023 Maryland Statutes › Education › Division IV - Other Education Provisions › Title 25 - Educational Compacts › Subtitle 2 - Southern Regional Education Compact › Section 25-204 - Admission of Delaware and West Virginia

(a)    The admission of the states of Delaware and West Virginia into the Southern Regional Education Compact is approved, and the states of Delaware and West Virginia or either of them shall become a party to the Compact upon approval in each instance by the legislature and the governor, and upon further approval of their admission by the other states which were party to the original Compact.
(b)    As of July 1, 1985, the State of Maryland approves the State of Oklahoma as a party to the Southern Regional Education Compact. Approval by the other states which are members of the Compact is required.
(c)    Upon the approval of this act, the Governor of Maryland shall sign an accurate copy of it and submit it to the Southern Regional Education Board, 1340 Spring Street, N.W., Atlanta, Georgia 30309.