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MD SB285
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/21/2026
Primary Sponsor
Mary Carozza
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AI Summary
- Expands the Maryland Police Officers and Probation Agents Scholarship Program to include correctional officers as eligible recipients
- Renames the program to "Maryland Police Officers, Probation Agents, and Correctional Officers Scholarship Program"
- Eligible institutions include public senior higher education institutions and community colleges in Maryland
- Recipients must be Maryland residents or Maryland high school graduates, enrolled in a degree program furthering their career, and sign a letter of intent to fulfill a service obligation
- Service obligation requires working as a police officer, probation agent, or correctional officer for at least 5 years within 8 years after graduation; failure to complete triggers repayment
- Effective date: July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Higher Education - Scholarships for Correctional Officers
Higher Education
Last Action
Hearing 2/04 at 11:00 a.m. (Judicial Proceedings)
1/22/2026
Committee Referrals
Judicial Proceedings1/21/2026
Full Bill Text
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