Md. Code, Education § 18–2701

// EFFECTIVE UNTIL JUNE 30, 2030 PER CHAPTERS 185 AND 186 OF 2024 //

(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) “Eligible individual” means an individual who is:

(1) Enrolled in the first or second year at an institution of initial eligibility; and

(2) Interested in pursuing a career in the teaching profession.

(c) “Fund” means the Teacher Development and Retention Fund established under this subtitle.

(d) “Institution of initial eligibility” means:

(1) An institution of higher education in the State where at least 40% of the attendees receive federal Pell Grants; or

(2) A community college established under Title 16 of this article.

(e) “Program” means the Teacher Development and Retention Program established under this subtitle.