School boards in Prince George’s and Montgomery counties are asking Maryland legislators to pass a law requiring students to stay in school until they’re 18 years old.

The request — part of the districts’ legislative platforms released this week — come as the General Assembly prepares for its January session facing a $2 billion shortfall.

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