Maryland § 9-954

§ 9-954.

    The Commission shall:

        (1)    work to ensure the educational success of returning veterans, including their recruitment, successful transition into higher education, retention, and eventual graduation;

        (2)    facilitate the sharing of best practices among institutions of higher education and State agencies regarding academic transition programs and support services designed for returning veterans;

        (3)    work with institutions of higher education in the State to provide the following services to veterans, as set forth in the College Collaboration:

            (i)    awareness of veteran reintegration challenges;

            (ii)    communication and coordination of available veteran services;

            (iii)    a designated “one door” office that coordinates veteran services and supports;

            (iv)    behavioral health services;

            (v)    financial aid and GI Bill support services; and

            (vi)    peer support groups;

        (4)    publish an annual report and any other material the Commission considers necessary; and

        (5)    submit the annual report to the Governor and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of this article, the General Assembly.