Maryland § 7-444
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 7-444, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7-444.
(a) On or before August 1, 2019, the Department and the Maryland Department of Health shall develop guidelines for public schools regarding the administration of health care services to students with sickle cell disease.
(b) The guidelines shall include:
(1) Procedures for educating clinical and nonclinical school personnel and individuals who work with students who are participating in school–related activities about symptoms of distress related to sickle cell disease;
(2) Protocols to ensure students with sickle cell disease receive care as determined by orders from the student’s provider and the school nurse’s assessment during school and school–sponsored after–school activities; and
(3) Any other issue pertaining to the administration of health care services to students with sickle cell disease.
(c) On or before September 1, 2019, the Department and the Maryland Department of Health shall:
(1) Provide technical assistance to schools to:
(i) Implement the guidelines established under this section; and
(ii) Instruct school personnel at the local level regarding the guidelines established under this section; and
(2) Develop a process to monitor the implementation of the guidelines.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 7-444
What does Maryland Code § 7-444 cover?
Section 7-444 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 § 7-444?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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