Maryland § 23-410

§ 23-410.

    Beginning January 1, 2024, each public library must offer at least one of the following services alone or in partnership with units of government or nonprofit organizations:

        (1)    A program to increase scores on the kindergarten assessment administered under § 7–210 of this article;

        (2)    A program designed to close learning gaps created by lack of access to education, including learning gaps that occurred during the COVID–19 pandemic;

        (3)    An initiative to expand digital equity and access to free computing and broadband Internet;

        (4)    An educational program providing technology instruction and skills, health literacy, instruction on operating a small business, and instruction on workforce development;

        (5)    Serving as a community resource and distribution site during public emergencies;

        (6)    A program to reduce barriers to STEM education, including by providing activities, classes, programs, and events; and

        (7)    Support for mental health and reducing social and physical isolation.