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Bill introduced to support mental health among Maryland college students

January 25, 2024 / 11:56 PM EST / CBS Baltimore

BALTIMORE -- A new bill is being introduced to support mental health among Maryland college students.

Introduced by Maryland delegate Shaneka Henson of Anne Arundel County, the Cameron Carden Act of 2024 would require public colleges and universities in the state to adopt policies that would allow students suffering mental health crises to withdraw and be reimbursed for tuition and fees.

Cameron Carden and his mother visit Delegate Henson's office.

The act is in honor of the Salisbury University student, Cameron Carden, who faced intense discrimination on the campus that he left. He was denied tuition and fee repayments.

This marks the third time state lawmakers have been asked to consider the bill.

Christian Olaniran

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