Maryland Education Act Has Potential to Rock the College Boat
A bill under review in the House of Representatives would allow recent high school graduates, no more than two years post-graduation, the opportunity to attend Maryland community colleges for free.
If passed in both the House and Senate, the Maryland Education Act of 2014 is designed to give high school graduates greater access to higher education. Students would have to pursue an Associate’s Degree and apply for federal and state aid but all remaining fees: tuition, lab fees, registrations would be covered under the bill.
If enacted, the community colleges would receive funds from the Education Trust Fund, the money being made from the recent gambling establishments put in Maryland set aside for state educational use.
Delegate Nathan Haynes, democrat and Baltimore City representative, is the primary supporter of the bill and believes strongly in increased access to higher education for young Americans.
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