Maryland § 7-402
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 7-402, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7-402.
(a) The Department in consultation with the Maryland Department of Health shall adopt regulations requiring a physical examination for children entering the Maryland Public School System for the first time.
(b) The regulations shall require each child entering the Maryland Public School System for the first time to have a physical examination completed within:
(1) The 9–month period before entering the public school system; or
(2) The 6–month period after entering the public school system.
(c) The physical examination required under subsection (b) of this section shall be completed by:
(1) A licensed physician;
(2) A licensed physician assistant who has an active collaboration agreement; or
(3) A certified nurse practitioner.
(d) (1) For each school year each public school shall report to the county board or county health department the number of children entering the public school system for the first time who have not had a physical examination because of:
(i) The lack of access to health care;
(ii) Insufficient financial resources; or
(iii) Any other reason, including a religious reason, as the public school deems appropriate.
(2) The county board or county health department shall report the information obtained under paragraph (1) of this subsection to the Maryland Department of Health.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 7-402
What does Maryland Code § 7-402 cover?
Section 7-402 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 § 7-402?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 7-402" (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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How does Maryland § 7-402 apply to my situation?
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