MD HB526

Expands the definition of "reportable offense" by removing the requirement that the offense occurred off school premises and was not at a school-sponsored event, meaning offenses occurring anywhere now trigger reporting requirements

Requires the Department of Juvenile Services to notify local superintendents and school principals when an intake officer proposes an informal adjustment or denies authorization to file a petition for a reportable offense

Reportable offenses include crimes of violence, weapons violations, drug offenses, arson, gang-related crimes, sexual offenses, and other serious crimes as defined in the Criminal Law Article

Maintains existing requirements for law enforcement to notify school officials within 24 hours of a student's arrest for a reportable offense, and for the State's Attorney to report case dispositions

Takes effect July 1, 2025