Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 807: Education - Teacher Preparation Programs - English Language Learner Teacher Competency Requirements

In committee Last action February 11, 2026: Hearing 2/25 at 1:00 p.m.

Plain-language summary

HB 807 is a bill introduced in the Maryland House on February 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Education - Teacher Preparation Programs - English Language Learner Teacher Competency Requirements. Primary sponsor: Mary Lehman (Democratic), Aaron Kaufman (Democratic), Lesley Lopez (Democratic), Gabriel Moreno (Democratic), Cheryl Pasteur (Democratic), Sheila Ruth (Democratic), Gary Simmons (Democratic), Deni Taveras (Democratic), Jen Terrasa (Democratic), Greg Wims (Democratic), Jamila Woods (Democratic), Teresa Woorman (Democratic), Chao Wu (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 11, 2026): Hearing 2/25 at 1:00 p.m.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Mary Lehman (Democratic); Aaron Kaufman (Democratic); Lesley Lopez (Democratic); Gabriel Moreno (Democratic); and 9 more.