Institutions of Higher Education and Elementary and Secondary Schools - Title VI Coordinators

HB 86 requires every public college, university, and public school district in Maryland to appoint a Title VI Coordinator. These coordinators must ensure compliance with federal civil rights law (Title VI of the 1964 Civil Rights Act), which prohibits discrimination based on race, color, or national origin in federally funded programs. They will handle discrimination complaints, provide training on the law, and maintain records. The bill applies to all higher education institutions and local school systems and takes effect on July 1, 2025.