University of Maryland Eastern Shore - Land-Grant Institution - Funding (Land-Grant Equity and Accountability Act)
Sponsor: Karen Toles (District 25)Committee: AppropriationsSubject: Higher EducationStatus: Hearing 3/10 at 1:00 p.m. (as of Sep 4, 2026)
What this bill does
Official synopsis
Requiring, to address a funding disparity, that the Governor include at least $5,000,000 to the University of Maryland Eastern Shore in the annual budget bill each fiscal year until a total amount of $321,181,312 is appropriated; and authorizing the University of Maryland Eastern Shore to use funds made available by the Act for development of infrastructure and academic programs, investment in faculty, scholarships, and certain other institutional needs.
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Testimony (4)
MGA witness listFAV 4Favorable
| Position | Witness | Organization | Testimony |
|---|---|---|---|
| FAV | Harris, Mrs | District 25 Constituent | Position only |
| FAV | Toles, Karen | Maryland General Assembly | Oral |
| FAV | Davis, Stacey | Individual | Position only |
| FAV | Delegate Toles, Delegate Toleslegislator | Individual | Oral |