New Laws Expand Social Work Reach, Training, and Telehealth - The University of Maryland, Baltimore
New Maryland laws expand social work licensure portability, telehealth training, and interstate practice, affecting cross-state telehealth providers.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Telehealth Cross-State Licensing space on July 6, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Medium urgency. Telehealth platforms, virtual specialty clinics, behavioral-health providers, e-prescribers operating in or serving Maryland should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Within 90 days of enactment (likely effective July 1, 2024, or upon signing). Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Telehealth Cross-State Licensing continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
Maryland enacted laws that broaden social work licensure reciprocity, mandate telehealth training for social workers, and clarify telehealth practice rules, potentially easing cross-state practice but requiring updated compliance.
Who it affects
Telehealth platforms, virtual specialty clinics, behavioral-health providers, e-prescribers operating in or serving Maryland
What you must do
Review and update licensure verification processes, telehealth training programs, and patient location tracking to align with new Maryland requirements.
Deadline
Within 90 days of enactment (likely effective July 1, 2024, or upon signing)
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