County Boards of Education - Appointed Members in Leadership Positions - Prohibition

HB 1252 prohibits appointed members of Maryland county school boards from holding leadership roles like president, vice president, chair, or vice chair. It requires current appointed members in such positions to step down by August 1, 2025. If a school board violates this rule, the State Department of Education must notify them and can suspend administrative funding until corrected, with potential fines of up to $2,500 for individuals who continue violating the prohibition. The law applies specifically to members appointed by officials (not elected to fill vacancies) and takes effect July 1, 2025.