§ 8–705

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Educ. § 8-705 (2026)

Title 8. Special Programs for Exceptional Children

Subtitle 7. Residential Boarding Education Programs for At-Risk Youth

(a)

The Board shall govern a program.

(b)

(1)

The Board consists of 25 members.

(2)

Of the 25 members:

(i)

5 shall be appointed by the Governor, with the advice of the State Superintendent and the advice and consent of the Senate; and

(ii)

20 shall be selected in accordance with the charter and bylaws of the program.

(c)

(1)

The term of a member is 3 years.

(2)

The terms of the members are staggered as required by the terms provided for members of the Board on July 1, 2006.

(3)

At the end of a term, a member continues to serve until a successor is appointed or selected and qualifies.

(4)

A member may not serve for more than 3 consecutive full terms.

(5)

A vacancy shall be filled in the same manner in which the vacating member was appointed or selected.

(d)

The Board shall determine its officers.