§ 9-954

Maryland § 9-954

• Jurisdiction: Maryland
• Article gsg: State Government
• Title: 9

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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.