HB 396·MD·house
Residential Child Care Programs - Education of Children and Training of Child and Youth Care Practitioners
Signed into LawFiled Jan 22, 2026
Sponsor: Pasteur
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Approved by the Governor - Chapter 640
May 26, 2026
Summary
The law requires licensed residential child‑care programs that have legal custody of children ages 5 to 16 to enroll them in local schools or approved on‑site programs, and to provide structured academic support. It also establishes certification and training requirements for anyone working as a residential child and youth care practitioner. The changes aim to improve educational outcomes for children in care and ensure staff are properly qualified.
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