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House passes bill allowing school superintendents to declare prolonged emergencies after floor debate
Summary
House Bill 2‑88 passed after members debated amendments spelling out conditions when a superintendent can declare a prolonged state of emergency. Some delegates opposed delegating such authority to an unelected official; the bill passed 96–36.
The Maryland House passed House Bill 2‑88 on March 4, approving amendments that define conditions under which a local superintendent may declare a prolonged state of emergency for a school (examples cited include natural disasters, public health emergencies and specific security threats). The final floor vote was 96 in favor and 36 opposed.
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