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SB 375

County Boards of Education - Artificial Intelligence Training Program - Requirement

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Ron Watson

Maryland schools must require staff to complete AI training programs covering technology functionality, educational applications, risks, and benefits.

Hearing 2/27 at 1:00 p.m.
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Bill Summary · SB 375

Legislative bill overview

SB 375 mandates that county boards of education in Maryland establish and implement artificial intelligence training programs. The bill requires educational administrators and staff to complete AI literacy training to understand how AI tools function, their applications in education, and associated risks and benefits.

Why is this important

As AI tools increasingly integrate into classrooms and administrative systems, educators need foundational knowledge to use these technologies responsibly and effectively. Without standardized training requirements, schools may deploy AI systems without adequate staff understanding, potentially creating equity gaps or misapplying the technology in ways that harm student learning outcomes.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation costs and timeline: Schools must allocate budget and staff time for mandatory training, which could strain already-limited education resources
  • Curriculum and standardization: Questions remain about who develops the training content, what specific competencies are required, and whether standards will be uniform across counties
  • Scope ambiguity: The bill's language may not clearly define which personnel must participate or how extensively training should cover specialized vs. basic AI literacy

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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