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MD HB948

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/5/2026

Primary Sponsor

Tom Hutchinson

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits Maryland public schools from using grading rubrics where 50 is the lowest possible score (commonly called "minimum grading" or "no-zero" policies)
  • Creates an exception allowing the 50-as-minimum grading rubric for students who require special education services
  • Adds new Section 7–213 to the Education Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland
  • Effective date: July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Education - Public Schools - Grading Rubrics

Local Government Mandates

Last Action

Withdrawn by Sponsor

2/23/2026

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means2/5/2026

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