(a) In this section, 'Institute' means the Institute for Public Leadership at the University of Maryland, College Park Campus. (b) (1) There is an Institute for Public Leadership in the School of Public Policy at the University of Maryland, College Park Campus. (2) The School of Public Policy at the University of Maryland, College Park Campus shall manage the Institute according to the policies of the University of Maryland. (c) The purpose of the Institute is to: (1) Enhance the teaching of public leadership through academic and executive programs that support a diverse range of populations, including undergraduate and graduate students, mid–career professionals, and executive level officials and staff; (2) Provide students with opportunities for experiential learning with local, State, and federal partners; (3) Support students, especially those underrepresented in public service positions, to access public leadership careers through partnerships, skill development, and professional mentorship; (4) Build an active community of accomplished local, State, and federal practitioners associated with the Institute to share their knowledge and experience with students, faculty, and the mentorship; (4) Build an active community of accomplished local, State, and federal practitioners associated with the Institute to share their knowledge and experience with students, faculty, and the public; and (5) Serve as a resource for public leaders in the State and the nation through research on issues of current and emerging significance. (d) For each of fiscal years 2023 through 2027, the Governor shall include in the annual budget bill an appropriation of $1,500,000 to the Institute.
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