Annapolis, MD – For some Maryland families, going away for Labor Day weekend can be difficult when their childrenโ€™s schools start before the holiday. But beginning with the 2016-2017 academic year, local school systems would not start until after Labor Day, if Senate Bill 767 passes.

โ€œChildren and students should be able to travel with families around this entire state … There are so many great opportunities for families to continue to enjoy,โ€ said Sen. James Mathias Jr., D-38-Worcester, who sponsored the bill. โ€œThe tourism industry would really like to see this happen.โ€