Maryland § 24-702
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 24-702, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 24-702.
(a) The State Department of Education, Maryland Higher Education Commission, University System of Maryland, Morgan State University, St. Mary’s College of Maryland, and Maryland Department of Labor jointly shall establish the Maryland Longitudinal Data System that shall be fully operational by December 31, 2014.
(b) The Maryland Longitudinal Data System is a statewide data system that contains individual–level student data and workforce data from all levels of education and the State’s workforce, and allows the Center to:
(1) Effectively organize, manage, disaggregate, and analyze individual student data; and
(2) Examine student progress and outcomes over time, including preparation for postsecondary education and the workforce.
(c) The linkage of student data and workforce data for the purposes of the Maryland Longitudinal Data System shall be limited to no longer than 20 years from the date of latest attendance in any educational institution in the State.
(d) The purpose of the Maryland Longitudinal Data System is to:
(1) Generate timely and accurate information about student performance that can be used to improve the State’s education system and guide decision makers at all levels; and
(2) Facilitate and enable the linkage of student data and workforce data.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 24-702
What does Maryland Code § 24-702 cover?
Section 24-702 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maryland § 24-702?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 24-702" (Maryland). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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