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A majority of the Maryland Senate called on the State Board of Education
to promulgate emergency regulations to institute a statewide masking policy for schools and we applaud them for doing so this afternoon.
Today’s vote demonstrates that President Crawford and the Board recognize the importance of safely keeping Maryland students in the classroom through proven mitigation strategies.
I would like to personally thank State Superintendent Choudhury for his leadership on this issue. His voice was a critical component in today’s decision to do what is in the best interest of students, families, teachers, and staff.
The Joint Committee on Administrative, Executive, and Legislative Review (AELR) will work expeditiously to approve this emergency regulation.
Aug. 26, State Senate President Bill Ferguson.