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SB 597·MD·senate

Higher Education - Maryland Artificial Intelligence Partnership

Signed into LawFiled Feb 5, 2026
Sponsor: Hester
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Approved by the Governor - Chapter 633

Apr 11, 2026

Summary

The bill establishes the Maryland Artificial Intelligence Partnership within the University System of Maryland to serve as a central hub for AI initiatives, connects higher‑education, state agencies, and businesses, and adds AI training to existing cybersecurity programs. It also creates an AI Incubation Lab, a public‑service fellowship, and expands scholarship eligibility to AI, aiming to boost workforce readiness and economic growth.

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