Maryland SB648 mandates local school systems to screen educator job applicants through the Educator Identification Clearinghouse and ensures they.

Maryland SB648, known as the School Personnel Vetting and Hiring Transparency Act, requires local school systems to use the Educator Identification Clearinghouse to screen applicants for educator positions that require a license. The bill mandates that applicants apply for and obtain their license before any interaction with children. The State Department of Education must register each local school system as an associate member of a national membership organization that provides access to the clearinghouse and pay any associated fees and dues. The act takes effect on July 1, 2026.

Maryland SB648 mandates local school systems to screen educator job applicants through the Educator Identification Clearinghouse and ensures they.

Maryland SB648, known as the School Personnel Vetting and Hiring Transparency Act, requires local school systems to use the Educator Identification Clearinghouse to screen applicants for educator positions that require a license. The bill mandates that applicants apply for and obtain their license before any interaction with children. The State Department of Education must register each local school system as an associate member of a national membership organization that provides access to the clearinghouse and pay any associated fees and dues. The act takes effect on July 1, 2026.