Maryland SB51 mandates the installation of video recording devices in self-contained special education classrooms, outlines storage and review.

Maryland SB51 requires each county board to install at least one video recording device in each self-contained special education classroom starting in the 2026-2027 school year. These devices must record all areas of the classroom except bathrooms and changing areas, during school hours and when the classroom is in use. The county board must provide notice to parents and include information about the devices in the student handbook. The bill mandates that the county board retain the portion of the video recording related to a complaint for at least a year after the complaint is made.

Maryland SB51 mandates the installation of video recording devices in self-contained special education classrooms, outlines storage and review.

Maryland SB51 requires each county board to install at least one video recording device in each self-contained special education classroom starting in the 2026-2027 school year. These devices must record all areas of the classroom except bathrooms and changing areas, during school hours and when the classroom is in use. The county board must provide notice to parents and include information about the devices in the student handbook. The bill mandates that the county board retain the portion of the video recording related to a complaint for at least a year after the complaint is made.