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HB 769

State Board of Social Work Examiners - Provisional License to Practice Social Work - Established

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Tiffany Alston and 22 co-sponsors

Maryland HB 769 modifies conditional social work licenses issued by the State Board of Social Work Examiners, adjusting practitioner eligibility and supervision standards.

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Bill Summary · HB 769

Legislative bill overview

HB 769 revises Maryland's conditional licensing requirements for social work practitioners, modifying how the State Board of Social Work Examiners issues and manages provisional or conditional licenses to practice social work. The bill adjusts standards, eligibility criteria, or supervisory requirements for social workers who do not yet fully meet traditional licensure qualifications.

Why is this important

Social work licensing directly affects public safety and access to mental health services in Maryland. Changes to conditional licensing can expand the workforce available to serve underserved communities or adjust training requirements, influencing both service capacity and professional standards. This impacts thousands of Marylanders seeking mental health and social services.

Potential points of contention

  • Workforce expansion vs. quality assurance: Relaxed conditional licensing could increase service access but may raise concerns about practitioner readiness and client protection
  • Supervisory burden: Modified supervision requirements could affect existing licensed social workers who supervise conditional licensees, impacting their workload and liability
  • Career pathway clarity: Changes to conditional licensing terms may create confusion about progression timelines to full licensure or may affect educational/training program planning

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

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