(a) Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section, if a county board considers it practicable, it shall consolidate schools.

(b) Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section, each county board shall arrange for the transportation of students to and from consolidated schools.

(c) In Prince George’s County, the Chief Executive Officer shall have the authority to:

(1) Consolidate schools if considered practicable; and

(2) Arrange for the transportation of students to and from consolidated schools.