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ADVOCACY
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PSSAM plays a vital role in informing Maryland’s public policy process. In addition to deep subject matter expertise on education, Superintendents have a broad understanding of what helps families thrive. 
 
With public schools at the heart of community life, PSSAM’s members are uniquely positioned to provide members of the General Assembly and the Governor’s administration with the information needed to make better policy that works for all Maryland children.

2026 General Assembly Session

Session Archives

The Maryland General Assembly reconvened on January 14, 2026 for its 449th Session. Throughout this 90-day period, PSSAM leadership and staff will provide written and oral testimony on behalf of the organization to the Maryland Senate and House of Delegates as hearings are conducted on various bills pertaining to education. PSSAM’s testimony reflects our overall mission and chosen legislative priorities of all 24 superintendents.

 

While PSSAM does not publish formal legislative positions, we advocate on various issues surrounding education, including school construction, cybersecurity, student health, transportation, athletics, and other matters in a manner that best supports a diverse community of students, educational staff, and local education agencies. 

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You can access PSSAM’s legislative testimony in two ways:

 

1. Visit our News section: Each bill receives a separate news post, providing a brief overview of PSSAM’s testimony and a link to the full written document. Use the tags to hone in on a session or enter the bill name or number in the search bar.

 

2. Type the bill name or number directly in the main search bar at the top of this page. (i.e "HB 199" or "Truancy Reduction Act of 2023")​​​​

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Below you can view the full list of legislation that PSSAM is monitoring and reviewing during the 449th Maryland Legislative Session. 

2026 PSSAM Legislative Briefings

"Update on The Blueprint for Maryland's Future"
Ways & Means and Appropriations Committee Briefing
January 28, 2026
"Update on The Blueprint for Maryland's Future"
Education, Energy & the Environment Committee Briefing
2026

2026 PSSAM Testimony

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