Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 575: Public Schools - Student Attendance - Excused or Discretionary Absences for Civic Engagement

Enacted Last action May 26, 2026: Approved by the Governor - Chapter 630

Plain-language summary

HB 575 is a bill introduced in the Maryland House on January 28, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Public Schools - Student Attendance - Excused or Discretionary Absences for Civic Engagement. Primary sponsor: Jheanelle Wilkins (Democratic), Jackie Addison (Democratic), Derrick Coley (Democratic), Eric Ebersole (Democratic), Jessica Feldmark (Democratic), Bernice Mireku-North (Democratic), Julie Palakovich Carr (Democratic), Cheryl Pasteur (Democratic), Edith Patterson (Democratic), Kent Roberson (Democratic), Joe Vogel (Democratic), Greg Wims (Democratic), Caylin Young (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 26, 2026): Approved by the Governor - Chapter 630.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Jheanelle Wilkins (Democratic); Jackie Addison (Democratic); Derrick Coley (Democratic); Eric Ebersole (Democratic); and 9 more.