Maryland HB28 allows private career schools to advertise and collect contact information before receiving approval to operate.

Maryland HB28 permits private career schools to advertise and gather contact information from potential students before obtaining a certificate of approval from the Maryland Higher Education Commission. These schools can only advertise details about the school's opening, programs, and application process, and must disclose that approval is pending. They cannot charge fees or enter into enrollment agreements until they receive approval. This bill takes effect July 1, 2026.

Maryland HB28 allows private career schools to advertise and collect contact information before receiving approval to operate.

Maryland HB28 permits private career schools to advertise and gather contact information from potential students before obtaining a certificate of approval from the Maryland Higher Education Commission. These schools can only advertise details about the school's opening, programs, and application process, and must disclose that approval is pending. They cannot charge fees or enter into enrollment agreements until they receive approval. This bill takes effect July 1, 2026.