§ 16–111
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Educ. § 16-111 (2026)
Title 16. Community Colleges
Subtitle 1. Organization and Government of Community Colleges
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(a)
In this section, “over–the–counter contraception” means a contraceptive drug or device approved by the federal Food and Drug Administration that can be obtained for use without a prescription.
(b)
(1)
On or before August 1, 2025, each community college, in consultation with students and student organizations, shall develop and implement a plan to provide students with access to all methods of over–the–counter contraception.
(2)
The plan under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall include access to over–the–counter contraception through:
(i)
The student health center;
(ii)
Retail establishments on campus;
(iii)
Vending machines; or
(iv)
Any other method that provides all students access when on campus.
(c)
The Maryland Department of Health, on request, may provide assistance to a community college in:
(1)
Developing a plan under this section; and
(2)
Consulting and collaborating with organizations with expertise in providing access to over–the–counter contraception through vending machines.