Maryland SB999 mandates audits for reappointment of county superintendents, except in Prince George's County.

Maryland SB999 requires county boards of education to ensure an audit of local school systems' financial management practices before reappointing county superintendents, except in Prince George's County. The Office of Legislative Audits or an independent certified public accountant must complete the audit. The county board must submit the audit report to the State Superintendent and release it to the public. The audit findings must be presented at a public meeting before the reappointment decision. The bill also outlines the appointment process and terms for county superintendents.

Maryland SB999 mandates audits for reappointment of county superintendents, except in Prince George's County.

Maryland SB999 requires county boards of education to ensure an audit of local school systems' financial management practices before reappointing county superintendents, except in Prince George's County. The Office of Legislative Audits or an independent certified public accountant must complete the audit. The county board must submit the audit report to the State Superintendent and release it to the public. The audit findings must be presented at a public meeting before the reappointment decision. The bill also outlines the appointment process and terms for county superintendents.