Education - Maryland Institute for Literacy and Equity - Establishment
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Summary
The bill establishes the Maryland Institute for Literacy and Equity as a joint venture between the University of Maryland, College Park and Morgan State University. It directs the governor to fund the institute and the partner universities through the state budget, and tasks the institute with research, technical assistance, and community outreach to improve literacy across Maryland. The measure aims to address declining reading scores and equity gaps in the state’s schools.
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- Appropriations — Bill HearingAppropriations · Mar 10, 2026
History
- Hearing 3/10 at 1:00 p.m. (Appropriations)
- First Reading Appropriations and Ways and Means
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- Smith · sponsor
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