County Boards of Education - College Preparatory Programs - Fees

HB 836 prohibits Maryland county school boards from charging students or their parents/guardians any fees related to enrollment in or completion of Advanced Placement (AP) programs approved by the College Board. The bill amends Maryland law to explicitly state that county boards "may not charge" such fees for AP-based college preparatory programs. This directly affects students enrolled in AP courses and their families, removing financial barriers to these programs. The law takes effect July 1, 2026, and applies to all county boards of education offering AP courses as part of approved college preparatory pathways.