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MD HB1352
Bill
Status
3/13/2025
Primary Sponsor
Edith Patterson
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AI Summary
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Institutions of higher education must provide reasonable accommodations to students with sickle cell disease and cannot deny access to facilities or services based on a sickle cell diagnosis
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Colleges and universities must establish and publicize a procedure for reporting alleged violations of these accommodation requirements
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Maryland Department of Health must develop an education and awareness campaign for higher education institutions, in consultation with sickle cell treatment providers and community organizations
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The Department of Health and Maryland Higher Education Commission must develop uniform procedures for assessing, supporting, and treating students with sickle cell disease, with technical assistance beginning December 1, 2025
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The Department must develop educational materials on sickle cell disease for health personnel, faculty, and administrative staff, focused on reducing stigma and fostering supportive learning environments; effective October 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Sickle Cell Disease - Institutions of Higher Education - Policies, Procedures, and Educational Campaigns
Reports
Last Action
Hearing 3/27 at 1:00 p.m. (Education, Energy, and the Environment)
3/18/2025