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

SB 316 requires all Maryland public higher education institutions and local school systems to appoint a Title VI Coordinator by July 1, 2026. 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. The bill specifies coordinators must investigate complaints, provide training, maintain records, and promote equal access for students and staff. It directly affects students, staff, and families who may file discrimination complaints through these designated coordinators in schools or colleges.