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HB 24·MD·house

County Boards of Education - Volunteer Aides - School Chaplain

FailedFiled Oct 14, 2025
Sponsor: Metzgar
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Hearing 1/20 at 1:00 p.m. (House)

Jan 13, 2026

Summary

The bill permits each county board of education to add a chaplain as a volunteer aide in public schools. Chaplains would assist teachers and staff without replacing them, and they would be covered by the board’s liability and workers‑comp insurance. County superintendents must create usage guidelines, and the law takes effect on July 1 2026.

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History

  1. First Reading Ways and Means
  2. Hearing 1/20 at 1:00 p.m.
  3. Pre-filed

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  • Metzgar · sponsor

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