Maryland SB421 encourages higher education institutions to support students with sickle cell disease through assessments, accommodations, and.

Maryland SB421 aims to enhance support for students with sickle cell disease in institutions of higher education. The bill mandates that these institutions provide reasonable accommodations and prohibits them from denying access based on the student's diagnosis. It also requires institutions to establish clear procedures for reporting violations and publicizing these requirements. The Maryland Department of Health, in consultation with various committees and organizations, will develop an education and awareness campaign, materials, and technical assistance to support these efforts.

Maryland SB421 encourages higher education institutions to support students with sickle cell disease through assessments, accommodations, and.

Maryland SB421 aims to enhance support for students with sickle cell disease in institutions of higher education. The bill mandates that these institutions provide reasonable accommodations and prohibits them from denying access based on the student's diagnosis. It also requires institutions to establish clear procedures for reporting violations and publicizing these requirements. The Maryland Department of Health, in consultation with various committees and organizations, will develop an education and awareness campaign, materials, and technical assistance to support these efforts.