In this chapter, the following terms have the meanings indicated. Terms Defined. “Center” means the Maryland Longitudinal Data System Center. “Governing Board” has the meaning stated in Education Article, §24-701, Annotated Code of Maryland. “Open session” means a meeting of the Governing Board that is required to be open to the public pursuant to the Open Meetings Act, State Government Article, Title 10, Subtitle 5, Annotated Code of Maryland.