Md. Code, State Government § 21-103 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 21 / Subtitle 1 / Section 21-103
§21–103.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The head of the Department is the Secretary of Service and Civic Innovation, who shall be appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate.

(2) The Secretary shall take the oath of office required under Article I, § 9 of the Maryland Constitution.

(b) The Secretary is a member of the Governor’s Executive Council.

(c) (1) The Secretary serves at the pleasure of the Governor and is responsible directly to the Governor.

(2) The Secretary shall advise the Governor on all matters assigned to the Department and is responsible for carrying out the Governor’s policies on these matters.

(d) (1) The Secretary is responsible for the operation of the Department and shall establish guidelines and procedures to promote the orderly and efficient administration of the Department.

(2) The Secretary may establish, reorganize, or abolish areas of responsibility in the Department as necessary to fulfill the duties assigned to the Secretary.

(e) The Secretary is entitled to the salary provided in the State budget.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-236 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-236
§21–236.
Status: in_force

The Secretary shall give notice of and hold any hearing authorized or required by this subtitle in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 21-312 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-312
§21–312.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise provided in § 10–226 of the State Government Article, before the Board takes any final action under § 21–311 of this subtitle, it shall give the individual against whom the action is contemplated an opportunity for a hearing before the Board.

(b) The Board shall give notice and hold the hearing in accordance with Title 10, Subtitle 2 of the State Government Article.

(c) If, after due notice, the individual against whom the action is contemplated fails or refuses to appear, the Board may hear and determine the matter.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-818 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 8 / Section 21-818
§21–818.
Status: in_force

A person may not manufacture for sale in this State a frozen dessert or a frozen dessert mix unless the person holds a license for the plant in which the frozen dessert or mix is manufactured.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-801.1 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 8 / Section 21-801.1
§21–801.
Status: in_force

§21–801.1.

(a) Unless there is a special danger that requires a lower speed to comply with § 21-801 of this subtitle, the limits specified in this section or otherwise established under this subtitle are maximum lawful speeds. A person may not drive a vehicle on a highway at a speed that exceeds these limits.

(b) Except as otherwise provided in this section, the maximum speed limits are:

(1) 15 miles per hour in alleys in Baltimore County;

(2) 30 miles per hour on:

(i) All highways in a business district; and

(ii) Undivided highways in a residential district;

(3) 35 miles per hour on divided highways in a residential district;

(4) 50 miles per hour on undivided highways in other locations; and

(5) 55 miles per hour on divided highways in other locations.

(c) Except as provided in subsection (e) of this section, a posted maximum speed limit lawfully in effect on December 31, 1974, is a maximum lawful speed even if it differs from a limit specified in subsection (b) of this section.

(d) Except as provided in subsection (e) of this section, a maximum speed limit specified in subsection (b) of this section or in effect under subsection (c) of this section may be altered as provided in this subtitle.

(e) (1) Notwithstanding any other provision of this subtitle, a maximum speed limit of more than 55 miles per hour may not be established or continued on any highway in this State that is not an interstate highway or an expressway.

(2) Subject to the provisions of paragraph (1) of this subsection, a maximum speed limit of more than 70 miles per hour may not be established on any highway in the State.

(f) (1) Unless otherwise posted on a public road in a residential subdivision, in residential subdivisions in St. Mary’s County, a posted speed limit on a main access road applies to all public roads in the residential subdivision, even if the posted speed limit on the main access road is less than 30 miles per hour.

(2) The provisions of paragraph (1) of this subsection do not apply when a through road traverses a residential subdivision. The maximum speed limit applicable to the subdivision shall be posted on each road exiting off the through road and into the subdivision, along with the posting on the main access road.

(3) A maximum speed limit established under this subsection in a residential subdivision shall be based on the subdivision’s road design, motor vehicle traffic, and pedestrian safety.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-704 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 7 / Section 21-704
§21–704.
Status: in_force

(a) Unless a person has complied with this section, he may not drive or move on or across any railroad grade crossing any power shovel, derrick, roller, crawler–type tractor, or other equipment or structure that has:

(1) A normal operating speed of 10 miles per hour or less; or

(2) A vertical body or load clearance, measured above the level surface of a roadway, of less than:

(i) One–half inch for each foot of the distance between any two adjacent axles; or

(ii) 9 inches.

(b) Before any person drives or moves any equipment described in subsection (a) of this section on or across any railroad grade crossing, the person shall:

(1) Notify an agent of the railroad of his intention; and

(2) Afford the railroad reasonable time to provide proper protection at the crossing.

(c) When the person approaches the crossing, he:

(1) Shall stop within 50 feet but not less than 15 feet from the nearest rail in the crossing;

(2) While stopped, shall listen and look in both directions along the track for any approaching or passing railroad train and for any signals indicating the approach or passage of a railroad train; and

(3) May not proceed until he can do so safely.

(d) (1) The person may not proceed if a warning is given by an automatic signal, crossing gate, flagman, or otherwise of the immediate approach or passage of a railroad train.

(2) If the railroad provides a flagman, the person may proceed over the crossing only at the direction of the flagman.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-261 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-261
§21–261.
Status: in_force

(a) If the Department believes that a person is violating any provision of this subtitle or any regulation adopted under this subtitle, the Department may have the person served with a written order that directs the person served to abate the violation within a time specified in the order.

(b) Except as otherwise provided in the Administrative Procedure Act, the Department shall give any person served with an order under this section an opportunity for a hearing before the Department.

(c) After a hearing under this section, the Department may affirm, modify, or withdraw the order.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 21-106 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 21 / Subtitle 1 / Section 21-106
§21–106.
Status: in_force

(a) Each trustee is entitled to one vote on the Board of Trustees.

(b) A majority of the trustees then serving on the Board of Trustees is a quorum for:

(1) the transaction of any business;

(2) the exercise of any power; or

(3) the performance of any duty authorized or imposed by law.

(c) The Board of Trustees shall set the times and places of its meetings.

(d) A trustee:

(1) may not receive compensation from the several systems for service as a trustee; but

(2) is entitled to reimbursement for expenses under the Standard State Travel Regulations, as provided in the State budget.
Md. Code, Public Utilities § 21-101 — MD Code / Article gpu / Title 21 / Subtitle 1 / Section 21-101
§21–101.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “property” includes:

(1) land;

(2) structures;

(3) buildings;

(4) streambeds;

(5) waterways;

(6) water rights;

(7) watersheds;

(8) water systems and parts of water systems; and

(9) wastewater systems and parts of wastewater systems.

(b) The Commission may acquire property for the construction, extension, maintenance, or operation of a project the Commission considers:

(1) necessary to carry out this division; or

(2) in furtherance of this division.

(c) If the Commission decides to acquire property within or outside the sanitary district in accordance with subsection (b) of this section, the Commission may acquire the property:

(1) in fee; or

(2) as an easement.

(d) If the Commission fails to agree on the terms of acquisition with the owner of any property, the Commission may condemn the property by filing a petition for condemnation in the circuit court for the county in which the property is situated, as provided for condemnation of land under the Real Property Article.

(e) The Commission may condemn the interest of any tenant, lessee, or other person having an interest in property that the Commission decides to acquire.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 21-114 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 21 / Subtitle 1 / Section 21-114
§21–114.
Status: in_force

There is an Investment Committee of the Board of Trustees.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-703.1 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 7 / Section 21-703.1
§21–703.
Status: in_force

§21–703.1.

Unless otherwise provided in this subtitle, upon approaching a railroad grade crossing, the operator of every commercial motor vehicle shall:

(1) Slow down and check that the tracks are clear of an approaching train;

(2) Stop before reaching the crossing, if the tracks are not clear;

(3) Attempt to negotiate the crossing only if the crossing and the roadway beyond the crossing are sufficiently clear of other traffic so that the driver can drive completely through and clear of the crossing without stopping;

(4) Obey a traffic control device or the directions of a police officer at the crossing; and

(5) Attempt to negotiate the crossing only if the vehicle has sufficient undercarriage clearance.
Md. Code, Land Use § 21-211 — MD Code / Article glu / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-211
§21–211.
Status: in_force

Within 60 days after the transmission of a copy of a master plan or master plan amendment to the County Executive under § 21–210 of this subtitle, the County Executive shall transmit a fiscal impact analysis to the district council with other comments and recommendations the County Executive considers appropriate.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-341 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-341
§21–341.
Status: in_force

(a) A person may not process, sell, or keep for sale, as crab meat, anything that is not crab meat.

(b) A person may not process or sell for human consumption crab meat that:

(1) Contains any filthy, putrid, or decomposed substance or is otherwise unfit for human consumption;

(2) Has been packed or pasteurized in violation of this subtitle; or

(3) Has been packed, prepared, or held under conditions that may have allowed the crab meat to become:

(i) Contaminated with filth; or

(ii) Injurious to health.

(c) (1) A licensee may not possess, with intent to sell for human consumption, any crab meat, the processing or sale of which would be a violation of this section.

(2) Possession by a licensee of any crab meat, the processing or selling of which would be a violation of this section, is presumptive evidence of intent to sell the crab meat for human consumption.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1416 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 14 / Section 21-1416
§21–1416.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.

(2) “Authority” means the Maryland Transportation Authority.

(3) “E–ZPass account” means a financial relationship between the Authority and a person who agrees to abide by the terms and conditions established for the electronic collection of tolls.

(4) “Transponder” means a device that is designed to transmit information used to collect tolls and is associated with a particular account.

(b) A holder of an E–ZPass account may:

(1) Report a theft of a transponder associated with the E–ZPass account to a local law enforcement agency and the Authority within 2 weeks of the first account statement after the theft; and

(2) Identify any unauthorized charges to the holder’s E–ZPass account and report the unauthorized charges to the Authority for verification.

(c) A holder of an E–ZPass account who reports the theft of a transponder in accordance with this section is not responsible for unauthorized toll charges:

(1) If the Authority:

(i) Identifies the individual who unlawfully used the transponder; and

(ii) Collects the proper toll charges from the individual; or

(2) Incurred after the date the theft was reported to the Authority.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 21-403 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-403
§21–403.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Under Option 1, if a retiree dies before receiving payments equal to the actuarial equivalent present value of the retiree’s basic allowance computed at the time of retirement, the Board of Trustees shall pay the balance as a single payment:

(i) to the designated beneficiary; or

(ii) if there is no designated beneficiary, to the retiree’s estate.

(2) (i) At the time of retirement, a member may designate more than one beneficiary for the optional benefit provided in paragraph (1) of this subsection.

(ii) If, at the time of retirement, a member does designate more than one beneficiary for the optional benefit provided in paragraph (1) of this subsection, the single payment will be paid in equal shares to each of the designated beneficiaries.

(b) Under Option 2, when a retiree dies, the Board of Trustees shall pay the retiree’s reduced allowance to the designated beneficiary for the designated beneficiary’s life.

(c) Under Option 3, when a retiree dies, the Board of Trustees shall pay 50% of the retiree’s reduced allowance to the designated beneficiary for the designated beneficiary’s life.

(d) (1) Under Option 4, if a retiree dies before receiving payments equal to the value of the retiree’s accumulated contributions at the time of retirement, the Board of Trustees shall pay the balance as a single payment:

(i) to the designated beneficiary; or

(ii) if there is no designated beneficiary, to the retiree’s estate.

(2) (i) At the time of retirement, a member may designate more than one beneficiary for the optional benefit provided in paragraph (1) of this subsection.

(ii) If, at the time of retirement, a member does designate more than one beneficiary for the optional benefit provided in paragraph (1) of this subsection, the single payment will be paid in equal shares to each of the designated beneficiaries.

(e) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, under Option 5, when a retiree dies, the Board of Trustees shall pay the retiree’s reduced allowance to the designated beneficiary for the designated beneficiary’s life.

(2) If the designated beneficiary dies before the retiree, then:

(i) beginning in the month following the date of death of the designated beneficiary, the Board of Trustees shall pay the retiree the basic allowance; or

(ii) 1. the retiree may designate a new beneficiary in accordance with § 21–404 of this subtitle; and

2. the Board of Trustees shall pay the retiree an allowance as provided in § 21–404(e)(2) of this subtitle.

(f) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, under Option 6, when a retiree dies, the Board of Trustees shall pay 50% of the retiree’s reduced allowance to the designated beneficiary for the designated beneficiary’s life.

(2) If the designated beneficiary dies before the retiree, then:

(i) beginning in the month following the date of death of the designated beneficiary, the Board of Trustees shall pay the retiree the basic allowance; or

(ii) 1. the retiree may designate a new beneficiary in accordance with § 21–404 of this subtitle; and

2. the Board of Trustees shall pay the retiree an allowance as provided in § 21–404(e)(2) of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 21-302 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-302
§21–302.
Status: in_force

(a) To qualify for a registration, the applicant shall be an individual who meets the requirements of this section.

(b) The applicant shall be of good character and reputation.

(c) The applicant shall be at least 18 years old.

(d) The applicant shall possess a high school diploma or have passed an equivalency examination.

(e) Except as otherwise provided in this subtitle, the applicant shall pass an examination given by the Board under this subtitle.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-103 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 1 / Section 21-103
§21–103.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) A person may not willfully disobey any lawful order or direction of any police officer.

(2) This subsection may not be construed to authorize a police officer at a motor vehicle checkpoint, as defined in § 25–114 of this article, to target only motorcycles for inspection or evaluation, except as appropriate at a police checkpoint established as part of a police search or investigation.

(b) (1) A police officer may summon witnesses to testify under oath on any charge brought under the Maryland Vehicle Law.

(2) A person may not willfully disobey a summons.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 21-305.2 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-305.2
§21–305.
Status: in_force

§21–305.2.

(a) In this section, “employees’ systems” means the Employees’ Pension System and the Employees’ Retirement System.

(b) As part of each actuarial valuation, the actuary shall determine the accrued liability contributions on account of members of the employees’ systems who are employees of participating governmental units.

(c) Each year the Board of Trustees shall set contribution rates for each State system that shall amortize:

(1) all unfunded liabilities or surpluses accrued as of June 30, 2016, over 100 years;

(2) all unfunded liabilities or surpluses accrued as of June 30, 2017, over 40 years;

(3) all unfunded liabilities or surpluses accrued as of June 30, 2018, over 35 years;

(4) all unfunded liabilities or surpluses accrued as of June 30, 2019, over 30 years;

(5) all unfunded liabilities or surpluses accrued as of June 30, 2020, over 25 years;

(6) all unfunded liabilities or surpluses accrued as of June 30, 2021, over 22 years;

(7) all unfunded liabilities or surpluses accrued as of June 30, 2022, over 20 years; and

(8) beginning July 1, 2023, any new unfunded liabilities or surpluses that have accrued from July 1 of the preceding fiscal year over the time remaining until June 30, 2041, to reflect:

(i) experience gains and losses;

(ii) the effect of changes in actuarial assumptions; and

(iii) the effect of legislation effective on or after July 1, 2023.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-207 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-207
§21–207.
Status: in_force

(a) Notwithstanding any other provision of this title, a funeral procession facing a red signal may continue through or make a turn at an intersection if the first vehicle in the procession already entered the intersection before the signal changed from green to red.

(b) While a funeral procession is proceeding through a red signal as permitted by this section, a vehicle that is not in the procession may not enter the intersection, even if it is facing a green signal, unless it can do so without crossing the path of the procession. When the red signal changes to green while the funeral procession is still within the intersection, a vehicle facing a green signal may proceed, but the funeral procession has the right-of-way.

(c) The driver of a vehicle in a funeral procession does not have any privilege granted in this section unless:

(1) The headlights of the vehicle are turned on; and

(2) Subject to § 22-221(g) of this article, the warning lamps of the vehicle are flashing.
Md. Code, Education § 21-403 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-403
§21–403.
Status: in_force

(a) The Division of Rehabilitation Services shall maintain a register of private nonprofit agencies or organizations it considers qualified to provide community rehabilitation program employment for individuals with disabilities.

(b) Before it registers any organization or agency, the Division of Rehabilitation Services shall inspect community rehabilitation programs to determine if:

(1) They are appropriate;

(2) The agency or organization is eligible to receive funds under this subtitle; and

(3) The programs meet the standards for community rehabilitation programs accepted by the Rehabilitation Services Administration of the federal Department of Education.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-306 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-306
§21–306.
Status: in_force

(a) To apply for a license, an applicant shall submit an application to the Department on the form that the Department requires.

(b) The application form shall include:

(1) The applicant’s name and address;

(2) The location of the food establishment for which application is made;

(3) The type of food establishment that the applicant proposes to operate; and

(4) Any other information the Department requires.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-2C-15 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2C / Section 21-2C-15
§21–2C–15.
Status: in_force

(a) A person aggrieved by an upper payment limit set by the Board may request an appeal within 30 days after the Board makes the decision to set the limit.

(b) The Board shall hear the appeal and make a final decision within 60 days after the appeal is requested.

(c) Any person aggrieved by a final decision of the Board issued under subsection (b) of this section may petition for judicial review as provided by the Administrative Procedure Act.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-902.2 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 9 / Section 21-902.2
§21–902.
Status: in_force

§21–902.2.

(a) In this section, “ignition interlock system” means a device that:

(1) Connects a motor vehicle ignition system to a breath analyzer that measures a person’s blood alcohol level;

(2) Prevents a motor vehicle ignition from starting if a person’s blood alcohol level exceeds the calibrated setting on the device; and

(3) Has a camera:

(i) With the capability of recording still images of the person taking the test of the person’s blood alcohol level;

(ii) Without the capability to record sound;

(iii) Without the capability to record video; and

(iv) That records images only while the device is testing the blood alcohol level of the person taking the test or if the device is being tampered with.

(b) In addition to any other penalty for a violation of § 21–902(a) or (b) of this subtitle or in addition to any other condition of probation, a court may prohibit a person who is convicted of, or granted probation under § 6–220 of the Criminal Procedure Article for, a violation of § 21–902(a) or (b) of this subtitle from operating for not more than 3 years a motor vehicle that is not equipped with an ignition interlock system.

(c) If the court imposes the use of an ignition interlock system as a sentence, part of a sentence, or condition of probation, the court:

(1) Shall state on the record the requirement for and the period of the use of the system and so notify the Administration;

(2) Shall direct that the records of the Administration reflect:

(i) That the person may not operate a motor vehicle that is not equipped with an ignition interlock system; and

(ii) Whether the court has expressly allowed the person to operate a motor vehicle without an ignition interlock system under subsection (g)(2) of this section;

(3) Shall direct the Administration to note on the person’s license in an appropriate manner a restriction imposed under paragraph (2)(i) or (ii) of this subsection;

(4) Shall require proof of the installation of the system and periodic reporting by the person for verification of the proper operation of the system;

(5) Shall require the person to have the system monitored for proper use and accuracy at least semiannually, or more frequently as the circumstances may require, by an entity approved by the Administration; and

(6) (i) Shall require the person to pay the reasonable cost of leasing or buying, monitoring, and maintaining the system; and

(ii) May establish a payment schedule.

(d) A person prohibited under this section or Title 16 of this article from operating a motor vehicle that is not equipped with an ignition interlock system may not solicit or have another person start or attempt to start a motor vehicle equipped with an ignition interlock system.

(e) A person may not start or attempt to start a motor vehicle equipped with an ignition interlock system for the purpose of providing an operable motor vehicle to a person who is prohibited under this section or Title 16 of this article from operating a motor vehicle that is not equipped with an ignition interlock system.

(f) A person may not tamper with, or in any way attempt to circumvent, the operation of an ignition interlock system that has been installed in the motor vehicle of a person under this section or Title 16 of this article.

(g) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, a person may not knowingly furnish a motor vehicle not equipped with a functioning ignition interlock system to another person who the person knows is prohibited under subsection (b) of this section or Title 16 of this article from operating a motor vehicle not equipped with an ignition interlock system.

(2) (i) This paragraph does not limit or otherwise affect any provision of federal or State law relating to a holder of a commercial driver’s license.

(ii) If a person is required in the course of the person’s employment to operate a motor vehicle owned or provided by the person’s employer, the person may operate that motor vehicle in the course of the person’s employment without installation of an ignition interlock system if:

1. The person has not been convicted of:

A. A violation of § 21–902(a) of this subtitle more than once within a 5–year period;

B. A violation of § 21–902(a) of this subtitle within 5 years after the person previously was convicted of a violation of § 21–902(d) of this subtitle; or

C. A violation of § 21–902(d) of this subtitle within 5 years after the person previously was convicted of a violation of § 21–902(a) of this subtitle; and

2. The court or the Administration has expressly allowed the person to operate in the course of the person’s employment a motor vehicle that is not equipped with an ignition interlock system.

(iii) The Administration may allow a participant in the Ignition Interlock System Program under § 16–404.1 of this article to operate in the course of the person’s employment a motor vehicle owned or provided by the person’s employer that is not equipped with an ignition interlock system if:

1. The person provides information acceptable to the Administration regarding the person’s current employment and the need for the person to operate the motor vehicle in the course of employment; and

2. The person has not been convicted of:

A. A violation of § 21–902(a) of this subtitle more than once within a 5–year period;

B. A violation of § 21–902(a) of this subtitle within 5 years after the person previously was convicted of a violation of § 21–902(d) of this subtitle; or

C. A violation of § 21–902(d) of this subtitle within 5 years after the person previously was convicted of a violation of § 21–902(a) of this subtitle.

(h) A person convicted of a violation of subsection (d), (e), (f), or (g) of this section is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 2 months or a fine not exceeding $500 or both.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 21-1505 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 21 / Subtitle 15 / Section 21-1505
§21–1505.
Status: in_force

The fee for a replacement license is $10.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-203 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-203
§21–203.
Status: in_force

The purpose of projects constructed under this subtitle is to prevent erosion of land by any body of water in the State.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-510 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 5 / Section 21-510
§21–510.
Status: in_force

(a) A pedestrian who crosses a roadway shall yield the right-of-way to any approaching emergency vehicle that is using audible and visual signals that meet the requirements of § 22-218 of this article.

(b) A pedestrian who crosses a roadway shall yield the right-of-way to any approaching police vehicle that is lawfully using an audible signal.

(c) This section does not relieve the driver of an emergency vehicle from the duty to drive with due regard for the safety of all persons.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 21-314 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-314
§21–314.
Status: in_force

Except as provided in this section for an action under § 21–312 of this subtitle, any person aggrieved by a final decision of the Board in a contested case, as defined in § 10–202 of the State Government Article, may take an appeal as allowed in §§ 10–222 and 10–223 of the State Government Article.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1003 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 10 / Section 21-1003
§21–1003.
Status: in_force

(a) The provisions of this section apply except as necessary to avoid conflict with other traffic or in compliance with law or the directions of a police officer or traffic control device.

(b) A person may not stop, stand, or park a vehicle in front of a public driveway.

(c) A person may not stop, stand, or park a vehicle on a sidewalk.

(d) A person may not stop, stand, or park a vehicle in an intersection.

(e) A person may not stop, stand, or park a vehicle on a crosswalk.

(f) A person may not stop, stand, or park a vehicle between a safety zone and the adjacent curb or within 30 feet of points on the curb immediately opposite the ends of a safety zone, unless the State Highway Administration or local authority indicates a different length by signs or markings.

(g) A person may not stop, stand, or park a vehicle alongside or opposite any highway excavation or obstruction if to do so would obstruct traffic.

(h) A person may not stop, stand, or park a vehicle on any bridge or other elevated structure on a highway.

(i) A person may not stop, stand, or park a vehicle in a highway tunnel.

(j) A person may not stop, stand, or park a vehicle at any place where stopping is prohibited by an official sign.

(k) A person may not stop, stand, or park a vehicle on any entrance or exit ramp of any highway with two or more lanes for traffic moving in the same direction.

(l) A person may not stand or park a vehicle in front of a private driveway without the consent of the owner or occupant of the premises.

(m) A person may not stand or park a vehicle within 15 feet of a fire hydrant.

(n) (1) This subsection does not apply in Baltimore City.

(2) A person may not stand or park a vehicle within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection.

(o) A person may not stand or park a vehicle within 30 feet on the approach to any flashing signal, stop sign, yield sign, or traffic control signal located at the side of a roadway.

(p) A person may not stand or park a vehicle within 20 feet of the driveway entrance to any fire station or on the side of a highway opposite the entrance to any fire station within 75 feet of the entrance, if properly signposted.

(q) A person may not stand or park a vehicle at any place where standing is prohibited by an official sign.

(r) A person may not stand or park a vehicle on the roadway side of any other vehicle that is stopped or parked at the edge or curb of a highway.

(s) A person may not stand or park a vehicle on a curve or hill where solid lines on the surface of the roadway indicate a zone in which passing is prohibited.

(t) A person may not park a vehicle within 50 feet of the nearest rail in a railroad grade crossing.

(u) A person may not stop, stand, or park a vehicle unless for the use of an individual with a disability, in a space or zone marked as restricted for the use of individuals with disabilities.

(v) A person may not park a vehicle on any property owned by the Board of Education of Montgomery County or Montgomery College where parking is prohibited by an official sign.

(w) A person may not park a vehicle on any property owned by the Board of Education of Baltimore County or the community colleges of Baltimore County where parking is prohibited by an official sign.

(x) A person may not park a vehicle on any property owned by the Board of Education of Wicomico County or the community colleges of Wicomico County where parking is prohibited by an official sign.

(y) A person may not park a vehicle on any property owned by the Board of Education of Prince George’s County where parking is prohibited by an official sign.

(z) A person may not park a vehicle on any property owned by the Board of Education of Calvert County, Charles County, or St. Mary’s County or the community colleges of Calvert County, Charles County, or St. Mary’s County where parking is prohibited by an official sign.

(aa) A person may not park a vehicle at any other place where parking is prohibited by an official sign.

(bb) A person may not move a vehicle that he does not lawfully control into any prohibited area.

(cc) A person may not move a vehicle that the person does not lawfully control away from a curb for an unlawful distance.

(dd) A person may not stop, stand, or park a vehicle in front of a curb ramp designed for the use of individuals with disabilities.

(ee) A person may not stop, stand, or park a vehicle in front of or on a passenger loading zone designed or marked for the use of individuals with disabilities.

(ff) (1) A person convicted of a violation of subsection (j) of this section while operating a commercial motor vehicle in Anne Arundel County is subject to:

(i) For a first offense, a fine of $100;

(ii) For a second offense, a fine of $250; and

(iii) For a third or subsequent offense, a fine of $500.

(2) A person convicted of a violation of subsection (u) or (dd) of this section is subject to a fine of $25.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-807 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 8 / Section 21-807
§21–807.
Status: in_force

In each charge of a violation of any speed regulation under the Maryland Vehicle Law, the charging document shall specify:

(1) The speed at which the defendant is alleged to have driven;

(2) If the charge is for exceeding a maximum lawful speed, the maximum speed limit applicable at the location; and

(3) If the charge is for driving below a minimum lawful speed, the minimum speed limit applicable at the location.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 21-207 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-207
§21–207.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to the provisions of this section, the State shall indemnify a fiduciary who is, or is threatened to be made, a party to an action or proceeding, including an administrative or investigative proceeding, by reason of the fiduciary’s service as a fiduciary.

(b) (1) In this subsection, “expenses” include:

(i) reasonable attorney’s fees;

(ii) judgments;

(iii) fines; and

(iv) other expenses that were actually and reasonably incurred by the fiduciary in connection with the action or proceeding.

(2) With respect to a civil, administrative, or investigative action or proceeding, the State shall indemnify a fiduciary for the expenses of the action or proceeding if the fiduciary acted:

(i) in good faith; and

(ii) in a manner the fiduciary reasonably believed to be in or not opposed to the best interest of the several systems.

(3) With respect to a criminal action or proceeding, the State shall indemnify a fiduciary for the expenses of the action or proceeding if the fiduciary:

(i) acted in good faith;

(ii) acted in a manner the fiduciary reasonably believed to be in or not opposed to the best interest of the several systems; and

(iii) did not have reasonable cause to believe that the fiduciary’s conduct was unlawful.

(c) Any termination of an action or proceeding does not, of itself, create a presumption that the fiduciary did not meet the standards for indemnification described in subsection (b)(2) and (3) of this section.

(d) The State may not indemnify:

(1) a fiduciary with respect to an action or proceeding as to which the fiduciary was held liable for gross negligence or willful misconduct in the performance of the fiduciary’s duty to the several systems; or

(2) an independent contractor furnishing services to the several systems.

(e) (1) The State shall provide insurance for a fiduciary eligible for indemnification under this section.

(2) For the purpose of paragraph (1) of this subsection, the State may provide self–insurance under terms and conditions satisfactory to the State Treasurer.

(3) A fiduciary may not be required to pay amounts attributable to liability described in this section because the State does not provide adequate insurance coverage or otherwise fails to indemnify in accordance with this section.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-604 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 6 / Section 21-604
§21–604.
Status: in_force

(a) A person may not turn a vehicle at an intersection, unless the vehicle is in the position required by § 21-601 of this subtitle.

(b) A person may not turn a vehicle to enter a private road or driveway or otherwise turn a vehicle from a direct course or move it right or left on a roadway or from a shoulder or bikeway onto a roadway, unless the movement can be made with reasonable safety.

(c) A person may not, if any other vehicle might be affected by the movement, turn a vehicle until he gives an appropriate signal in the manner required by this subtitle.

(d) When required, a signal of intention to turn right or left shall be given continuously during at least the last 100 feet traveled by the vehicle before turning; except that a bicyclist may interrupt the turning signal to maintain control of the bicycle.

(e) If there is an opportunity to signal, a person may not stop or suddenly decrease the speed of a vehicle until he gives an appropriate signal in the manner required by this subtitle to the driver of any other vehicle immediately to the rear.

(f) The signals provided for in § 21-605(b) and (c) of this subtitle:

(1) May be used to indicate an intention to turn, change lanes, or start from a stopped, standing, or parked position; and

(2) May not be flashed as a courtesy or “do pass” signal to the driver of any other vehicle approaching from the rear.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-350 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-350
§21–350.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Any vehicle that is used to transport, store, or sell shellfish for commercial purposes or processed crabs for commercial purposes shall be capable of maintaining the shellfish or processed crabs at a temperature established by the Department.

(2) This subsection does not apply to a licensed harvester of shellfish who delivers the shellfish in a vehicle to a processor, retailer, or wholesaler on the day of harvest.

(b) Any shellfish or processed crabs that are transported by, sold from, or stored in any vehicle for commercial purposes shall be maintained at a temperature established by the Department.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-412 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-412
§21–412.
Status: in_force

(a) By resolution, the governing body of a municipality:

(1) may designate an area as a special taxing district; and

(2) shall create a special fund with respect to the special taxing district.

(b) A resolution creating a special fund under subsection (a) of this section shall:

(1) pledge to the special fund the proceeds of the ad valorem or special tax to be imposed as provided under § 21–414 of this subtitle; and

(2) require that the proceeds from the tax be paid into the special fund.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 21-112 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 21 / Subtitle 1 / Section 21-112
§21–112.
Status: in_force

(a) Each year the Board of Trustees shall:

(1) publish a consolidated report that includes:

(i) the fiscal transactions of the several systems for the preceding fiscal year;

(ii) the amount of the accumulated cash, securities, and other assets of each State system; and

(iii) the last balance sheet that shows the financial condition of each State system by means of an actuarial valuation of the assets and liabilities of the State system; and

(2) provide each member and retiree with a statement on the State Retirement Agency’s website that:

(i) summarizes the information in the report under item (1) of this subsection; and

(ii) explains any material modifications to the applicable State system during the period covered by the annual report.

(b) The Board of Trustees shall make the following information available to each member and retiree through a secure access participant portal:

(1) the member’s vested benefits or the benefits the member will be entitled to on vesting;

(2) the date when the member was or will be vested; and

(3) the present value of any annuity.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-201 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-201
§21–201.
Status: in_force

(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) “Counterfeit drug” means a drug that:

(1) Bears, or the container or labeling of which bears, without authorization, the trademark, trade name, imprint, symbol, or any other identifying mark, or any likeness of any of these markings, of a manufacturer, processor, packer, or distributor other than the one who, in fact, manufactured, processed, packed, or distributed the drug; and

(2) By use of these markings falsely purports or is represented to be the product of, or to have been packed or distributed by, the other drug manufacturer, processor, packer, or distributor.

(c) (1) “Established name” means, in regard to a drug or an ingredient of a drug:

(i) The name designated under the federal act;

(ii) If a name has not been designated under the federal act, but the drug or ingredient has been recognized in an official compendium, then the title used in the compendium; or

(iii) If a name cannot be determined under item (i) or (ii) of this paragraph, the common or usual name of the drug or ingredient.

(2) In applying the provisions of paragraph (1)(ii) of this subsection, if a drug or an ingredient of a drug is recognized in both the United States Pharmacopoeia and National Formulary and in the Homeopathic Pharmacopoeia of the United States under different official titles, the title used in the United States Pharmacopoeia and National Formulary is the established name, unless the drug is labeled and offered for sale as a homeopathic drug, in which event the official title used in the Homeopathic Pharmacopoeia of the United States is the established name.

(d) “New drug” means any drug that:

(1) Among experts qualified by scientific training and experience to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of drugs, is not recognized generally as safe and effective for use under the conditions specified, recommended, or suggested in the labeling of the drug; or

(2) As a result of investigations to determine its safety and effectiveness for use, has become recognized by these experts as safe and effective under the conditions, but that, other than in the investigations, has not been used to a material extent or for a material time under the conditions.

(e) “Prescription drug” means a drug that, under § 21-220 of this subtitle, may be dispensed only on the prescription of a health practitioner who is authorized by law to prescribe the drug.

(f) “State adopted federal rule or regulation” means any rule or regulation that is adopted by the federal government under the federal act and that becomes a rule or regulation by automatic adoption under the provisions of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-502.1 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 5 / Section 21-502.1
§21–502.
Status: in_force

§21–502.1.

(a) In this section, “Fund” means the Pedestrian Safety Fund.

(b) There is a Pedestrian Safety Fund.

(c) The Secretary shall administer the Fund.

(d) (1) The Fund is a special, nonlapsing fund which is not subject to § 7–302 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.

(2) The State Treasurer shall hold the Fund separately, and the Comptroller shall account for the Fund.

(e) The Fund consists of:

(1) The fines collected under § 21–502(e) of this subtitle;

(2) Money appropriated in the State budget for the Fund;

(3) Any interest earnings of the Fund; and

(4) Any other money from any source accepted for the benefit of the Fund.

(f) The Fund may be used only for enhancing the safety and quality of pedestrian and bicycle transportation, including:

(1) Developing and providing educational programming for bicyclists, motorists, and pedestrians that raises awareness of their joint responsibility to follow the rules of the road;

(2) Physical design changes that calm traffic, minimize conflicts among street users, and protect bicyclists, motorists, and pedestrians, including design changes such as:

(i) Lane narrowing;

(ii) Establishment of bicycle ways;

(iii) Sidewalk construction;

(iv) Pedestrian control signal upgrades;

(v) Speed bumps;

(vi) Curb extensions; and

(vii) Safety zones; and

(3) Increasing enforcement of existing rules of the road, such as by using radar speed display signs in areas where pedestrian crashes have occurred.

(g) (1) The Treasurer shall invest the money of the Fund in the same manner as other State money may be invested.

(2) Any investment earnings of the Fund shall be credited to the Fund.
Md. Code, Public Utilities § 21-207 — MD Code / Article gpu / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-207
§21–207.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) If the Commission and the owner of the land or interest in land being taken are unable to agree as to the compensation and damages, if any, caused by the taking, the Commission shall institute condemnation proceedings in the manner required by the Real Property Article and the Maryland Rules.

(2) The court shall hear and determine the condemnation proceedings as soon as practicable after the application to the court.

(b) If the condemnation petition is not filed at the same time as the Commission pays the estimated fair market value to the owner or to the court for the owner’s benefit, the Commission shall file the condemnation petition not later than 30 days after receipt of notice from the property owner that a disagreement exists as to the compensation and damages, if any, caused by the taking.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-612 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 6 / Section 21-612
§21–612.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Montgomery County, Prince George’s County, and the City of Takoma Park may issue bonds in any amount that they consider necessary to provide money for their respective portions of the stormwater management programs and systems authorized under this subtitle.

(2) The proceeds of bonds issued under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall be used for the planning, acquisition, construction, reconstruction, establishment, extension, enlargement, demolition, or purchase of facilities, including land, interests in land, or equipment, for stormwater management programs and systems.

(b) (1) (i) Bonds of the City of Takoma Park authorized by this subtitle may be issued in conjunction with bonds of Prince George’s County authorized by this subtitle in the manner provided by resolutions of the City Council of the City of Takoma Park and the County Council of Prince George’s County, subject in each case to approval of bond counsel for the respective jurisdiction.

(ii) The resolutions may include procedures for a joint or coordinated offering or sale of the bonds.

(2) (i) Prince George’s County may issue bonds authorized by this subtitle payable from the ad valorem taxes authorized by § 21–623(a) of this subtitle for the benefit of the City of Takoma Park for the same purposes for which the City of Takoma Park may issue bonds under this subtitle in connection with systems located in the City of Takoma Park, subject to the approval of bond counsel for Prince George’s County.

(ii) The bonds authorized by this paragraph shall be approved by appropriate resolutions of the City Council of the City of Takoma Park and the County Council of Prince George’s County.

(iii) The resolutions shall provide for the lending of the appropriate portion of the proceeds of the bonds by Prince George’s County to the City of Takoma Park and the repayment of the loan by the City of Takoma Park to Prince George’s County in the amounts and at the times necessary to enable Prince George’s County to make all payments of principal of and interest on the bonds when due, including the proportionate part of any principal of any outstanding sinking fund bonds, as determined by the table of redemption of bonds for bonds issued by Prince George’s County for the benefit of the City of Takoma Park for stormwater management under this subtitle.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 21-1404 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 21 / Subtitle 14 / Section 21-1404
§21–1404.
Status: in_force

The Board shall destroy the criminal history record information obtained under § 4–107 of this article on completion of the application process.
Md. Code, Public Utilities § 21-204 — MD Code / Article gpu / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-204
§21–204.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to subsection (b) of this section and §§ 21–205 and 21–206(a) of this subtitle, the Commission may enter on and take possession of remaining land or interest in land described in item (2) of this subsection and proceed with the extension or construction of a water supply, sanitary sewer, or stormwater management project if the Commission:

(1) has acquired or is acquiring by purchase or other procedure, including the condemnation procedures provided for in the Real Property Article and Subtitle 1 of this title, at least one–half of the takings of land or interest in land required for the extension or construction of the project; and

(2) determines that the remaining takings of land or interest in land are needed for the extension or construction of the project.

(b) A building may not be taken under this subtitle.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-509 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 5 / Section 21-509
§21–509.
Status: in_force

(a) A special taxing district established under this subtitle shall be terminated if:

(1) no bonds authorized by this subtitle are outstanding with respect to the special taxing district;

(2) no MEDCO obligations as to which a county has pledged revenues under this subtitle are outstanding with respect to the special taxing district; and

(3) the governing body of the county determines not to use money in the special fund for payment of costs of:

(i) infrastructure improvements located in or supporting a transit–oriented development or a State hospital redevelopment; or

(ii) operating and maintaining infrastructure improvements located in or supporting a transit–oriented development or a State hospital redevelopment.

(b) Any money remaining in the special fund on the date of termination of the special taxing district shall be paid to the general fund of the county.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 21-115 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 21 / Subtitle 1 / Section 21-115
§21–115.
Status: in_force

(a) The Board of Trustees shall:

(1) specify by resolution the number of members of the Investment Committee; and

(2) except as provided in subsection (b)(2) of this section, appoint annually the members of the Investment Committee from the members of the Board of Trustees.

(b) The Board of Trustees shall ensure that the membership of the Investment Committee includes:

(1) a representative of each of:

(i) the Employees’ Pension System or the Employees’ Retirement System;

(ii) the Teachers’ Pension System or the Teachers’ Retirement System; and

(iii) the State Police Retirement System; and

(2) three representatives from the public appointed by the Board of Trustees with the approval of the Board of Public Works for staggered 3-year terms who:

(i) are not members, retirees, or beneficiaries under any of the several systems;

(ii) have had experience in the management and control of large investments; and

(iii) have at least 10 years of substantial experience as any one or a combination of the following:

1. a portfolio manager acting in a fiduciary capacity;

2. an employee or principal of a trust institution, investment organization, or endowment fund acting either in a management-related capacity or an investment-related capacity;

3. a chartered financial analyst in good standing; or

4. a professional engaged in a public or private financial or investment field that is comparable to the fields listed in this item.

(c) The Board of Trustees may:

(1) set additional qualifications for public members; and

(2) adopt regulations on ethical standards and conflicts of interest for public members.

(d) By resolution, the Board of Trustees shall designate the chairman of the Investment Committee.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 21-1403 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 21 / Subtitle 14 / Section 21-1403
§21–1403.
Status: in_force

The Board shall keep all criminal history record information in a sealed envelope available only to the members of the Board and their clerks.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-301 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-301
§21–301.
Status: in_force

(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) (1) “Bottled water” means any water that is sealed in bottles, packages, or other containers and offered for sale for human consumption, including bottled mineral water.

(2) “Bottled water” does not include:

(i) Soft drinks; or

(ii) A beverage that is labeled “club soda” or “seltzer water”.

(b–1) “Cottage food business” means a business that:

(1) Produces or packages cottage food products in a residential kitchen;

(2) Sells the cottage food products in accordance with § 21–330.1 of this subtitle and regulations adopted by the Department; and

(3) Has annual revenues from the sale of cottage food products in an amount not exceeding $50,000.

(b–2) “Cottage food product” means a nonhazardous food, as specified in regulations adopted by the Department, that is sold in the State in accordance with § 21–330.1 of this subtitle and regulations adopted by the Department:

(1) Directly to a consumer from a residence, at a farmer’s market, at a public event, by personal delivery, or by mail delivery; or

(2) To a retail food store, including a grocery store, or a food cooperative.

(c) “Crab meat” means the edible meat of steamed or cooked crabs.

(d) “Crab meat plant” means:

(1) A picking plant; or

(2) A place where crab meat is heat–treated to improve the keeping quality of the crab meat.

(e) “Excluded organization” means:

(1) A bona fide nonprofit fraternal, civic, war veterans’, religious, or charitable organization or corporation that does not serve food to the public more often than 4 days per week except that once a year an organization may serve food to the public for up to 30 consecutive days; and

(2) A volunteer fire company that does not serve food to the public more often than 4 days per week except that once a year a volunteer fire company may serve food to the public for up to 30 consecutive days.

(f) “Food establishment” means:

(1) A food service facility; or

(2) A food processing plant.

(g) (1) “Food processing plant” means any place used for, or in connection with, the commercial manufacturing, preparing, processing, packaging, canning, freezing, storing, distributing, labeling, or holding of food or drink for human consumption.

(2) “Food processing plant” includes:

(i) A bakery plant;

(ii) A cannery;

(iii) A confectionery plant;

(iv) A crab meat picking plant;

(v) A food manufacturing plant;

(vi) A food warehouse or distribution center;

(vii) A frozen food processing plant;

(viii) An ice manufacturing plant;

(ix) A shellfish plant;

(x) A soft drink manufacturing plant; or

(xi) A bottled water plant.

(3) “Food processing plant” does not include:

(i) A warehouse or distribution center that:

1. Does not process food; and

2. Stores only sealed containers of whole bean, ground or instant coffee, leaf or instant teas, nondairy dehydrated whiteners, sugar, or sugar–free sweeteners; or

(ii) A cottage food business.

(h) (1) “Food service facility” means:

(i) A place where food or drink is prepared for sale or service on the premises or elsewhere; or

(ii) Any operation where food is served to or provided for the public, with or without charge.

(2) “Food service facility” includes a micro market licensed under Title 17, Subtitle 17 of the Business Regulation Article.

(3) “Food service facility” does not include:

(i) A kitchen in a private home where food is prepared at no charge for guests in the home, for guests at a social gathering, or for service to unemployed, homeless, or other disadvantaged populations;

(ii) A food preparation or serving area where food is prepared or served only by an excluded organization;

(iii) A location in a farmer’s market or at a public festival or event where raw agricultural products, as defined in § 21–304(d)(1)(iii) of this subtitle, are sold; or

(iv) A cottage food business.

(i) “License” means a license issued by the Department under this subtitle to operate a food establishment.

(j) “Picking plant” means a place where:

(1) Crabs are steamed or cooked;

(2) Crab meat is picked from crabs; and

(3) Crab meat is packed for sale.

(j–1) “Public festival or event” means a planned gathering that is open to the public and is regulated by the State or local jurisdiction in which it takes place.

(j–2) (1) “Semipermanent food service facility” means a food service facility that:

(i) Is built at a location other than where it operates;

(ii) Is transported as a complete unit that does not require a building permit to install on the location at which it operates;

(iii) Has no indoor seating for patrons; and

(iv) When serving cooked food, serves only foods cooked for immediate service.

(2) “Semipermanent food service facility” does not include a food service facility that is a mechanically, electrically, manually, or otherwise propelled vehicle operating on land or water that moves as part of its routine operation to:

(i) Change location for sales;

(ii) Obtain food and other supplies;

(iii) Fill potable water supply holding tanks;

(iv) Empty wastewater holding tanks; or

(v) Provide for the cleaning and sanitation of equipment and utensils.

(k) (1) Except as provided under paragraph (2) of this subsection, “soft drink” means any nonalcoholic beverage.

(2) “Soft drink” does not include:

(i) Apple cider;

(ii) Soft drinks that are manufactured on the premises of a soda fountain and used at that soda fountain; or

(iii) Bottled water.

(l) “Surimi” means an intermediate manufactured seafood product derived from minced fish meat, washed to remove water–soluble protein and blood or other undesirable components and mixed with additives to enhance its frozen storage and functional characteristics.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 21-501 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 21 / Subtitle 5 / Section 21-501
§21–501.
Status: in_force

(a) A retiree may elect to have the Board of Trustees deduct from the retiree’s allowance and pay for the retiree:

(1) dues for an employee organization;

(2) payments to the State Employees’ Credit Union of Maryland, Inc.;

(3) all or part of a premium for:

(i) insurance offered through an employee organization; or

(ii) State-approved medical insurance for retirees; or

(4) any other deduction that the Board of Trustees allows by regulation, in the interest of members or retirees.

(b) (1) A retiree who participates in medical insurance offered through a county may elect to have the Board of Trustees deduct from the retiree’s allowance and pay to the county all or part of the premium for locally approved medical insurance.

(2) Except for payments in accordance with paragraph (1) of this subsection, the State system or any unit of the State is not responsible for paying for medical insurance offered through a county.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 21-116.1 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 21 / Subtitle 1 / Section 21-116.1
§21–116.
Status: in_force

§21–116.1.

(a) In accordance with the fiduciary responsibilities as described in Subtitle 2 of this title, when managing the assets of the several systems, a fiduciary shall consider the potential systemic risks of the impact of climate change on the assets of the several systems, including monitoring net–zero aligned investments and climate solutions to ensure a path to a long–term sustainable portfolio.

(b) The climate risk assessment required under § 21–116 of this subtitle shall include:

(1) a review of the total investment portfolio of the several systems to determine the level of climate risk across industry sectors and asset classes that prioritize high–impact sectors responsible for greenhouse gas emissions;

(2) identifying investment opportunities in:

(i) emerging technologies in renewable energy; and

(ii) transitioning, reducing, and eliminating carbon–emitting technology;

(3) establishing a process for regular reassessment of the potential systemic risks of the impact of climate change on the assets of the several systems; and

(4) utilization of the best data and practices available in current science, investment strategies, and climate risk analyses.

(c) Based on the information obtained in accordance with subsection (b) of this section, the Chief Investment Officer, subject to the policies adopted by the Board of Trustees:

(1) shall review and manage the investments of the several systems; and

(2) may choose to invest or divest in funds within the several systems.

(d) The Chief Investment Officer shall:

(1) identify environmentally sustainable investment opportunities to support a low–carbon economy;

(2) develop transition assessments relating to investments in high–impact sectors;

(3) evaluate whether internal and external investment managers are taking steps to transition to a more sustainable business model aligned with a low–carbon economy; and

(4) work with managers, data providers, index providers, or consultants to identify, analyze, define, and prioritize asset–class specific metrics and minimum standards to evaluate transition readiness and resiliency for companies in high–impact sectors.

(e) The policies of the Board of Trustees shall address and mitigate climate risk in the investment of system assets through:

(1) direct engagement with managers, brokers, or other entities;

(2) proxy voting;

(3) a periodic review and assessment of the effectiveness of procedures used for direct engagement and proxy voting; and

(4) to the extent practicable, the establishment of an advisory panel of experts in the analysis of climate change risk to provide the most current science and data available.

(f) Any action taken in accordance with this section shall be included in the risk assessment report required under § 21–116 of this subtitle.

(g) The Board of Trustees, or any other fiduciary of the several systems as defined in § 21–201(b) of this title, may not be held liable for any actions taken or decisions made in good faith for the purpose of complying with or executing this section.

(h) Nothing in this section shall require the Board of Trustees, or any other fiduciary of the several systems as defined in § 21–201(b) of this title, to take action as described in this section unless the Board of Trustees or other fiduciary determines, in good faith, that the action is consistent with the fiduciary responsibilities of the Board of Trustees as described in Subtitle 2 of this title.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 21-2003 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 21 / Subtitle 20 / Section 21-2003
§21–2003.
Status: reserved

(a) This section does not apply to the hours of sale on December 31 and January 1 set out in § 21–2007 of this subtitle.

(b) (1) A holder of a Class A beer and wine license may sell beer and wine on Monday through Saturday, from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day.

(2) Sunday sales are allowed from 6 a.m. to midnight in:

(i) election districts 11 and 15; and

(ii) any other election district or precinct of an election district in which the voters in a referendum authorized by law approve Sunday sales as specified in this paragraph.

(c) (1) A holder of a Class B beer and wine license may sell beer and wine on Monday through Saturday, from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day.

(2) Sunday sales are allowed from 6 a.m. to midnight in:

(i) election districts 11 and 15; and

(ii) any other election district or precinct of an election district in which the voters in a referendum authorized by law approve Sunday sales as specified in this paragraph.

(d) Reserved.

(e) (1) A holder of a Class D beer and wine license may sell beer and wine on Monday through Saturday, from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day.

(2) Sunday sales are allowed from 6 a.m. to midnight in:

(i) election districts 11 and 15; and

(ii) any other election district or precinct of an election district in which the voters in a referendum authorized by law approve Sunday sales as specified in this paragraph.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-238 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-238
§21–238.
Status: in_force

(a) If a temporary permit is issued under the federal act to authorize an interstate shipment that varies from the definitions and standards of identity set under the federal act, the permit is effective in this State under the conditions provided in the permit.

(b) For experimental or other purposes, the Secretary may issue a permit that authorizes variations from the definitions and standards of identity and quality that are set under this subtitle if:

(1) The Secretary finds that issuance of the permit is in the public interest; and

(2) The permit is issued on terms and with safeguards that adequately protect the interests of consumers and potential consumers.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-801 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 8 / Section 21-801
§21–801.
Status: in_force

(a) This section applies to all counties except Baltimore City.

(b) The governing body of a county may:

(1) provide for street lighting along the roads of the county; and

(2) enter into contracts for the installation, maintenance, and operation of street lighting.

(c) Except as provided in subsections (g) and (h) of this section, a county shall pay the costs of street lighting provided for under this section by an ad valorem tax imposed on each property in the district served by the street lighting.

(d) (1) Except as provided in subsections (e) and (f) of this section, the governing body of a county may create a street lighting district only on receipt of a petition signed by 60% of the owners of property located in the proposed district.

(2) The petition shall describe the boundaries of the proposed electric lighting district.

(3) (i) On receipt of the petition, the governing body of the county shall hold a public hearing at which the residents in the proposed street lighting district shall be given an opportunity to be heard.

(ii) The governing body shall:

1. hold the hearing not less than 14 days nor more than 60 days following receipt of the petition; and

2. publish notice of the hearing at least once in a newspaper of general circulation in the boundaries of the proposed street lighting district.

(4) (i) After the hearing the governing body of the county may establish the street lighting district and impose on all property that is subject to county taxes and is located in the district ad valorem taxes at a rate sufficient to pay the cost of the street lighting.

(ii) All taxes under this subsection shall be imposed in the same manner as county taxes.

(e) (1) In addition to the process set forth under subsections (b), (c), and (d) of this section, the County Commissioners of Frederick County may create, on their own initiative, a street lighting district for undeveloped land in the county if:

(i) a subdivision plat for the land has not been approved by the County Planning Commission or recorded by the clerk of the court; and

(ii) the district is created in accordance with paragraph (2) of this subsection.

(2) (i) Before establishing a street lighting district under this section, the county commissioners shall hold a public hearing on the proposal, at which time the boundaries of the proposed district shall be fully described.

(ii) A notice of public hearing together with a summary of the proposal shall be published in at least one newspaper of general circulation in the county once each week for the 2 successive weeks immediately before the hearing.

(f) The County Commissioners of St. Mary’s County may create a street lighting district on receipt of a petition signed by a majority of the owners of property located in the proposed district.

(g) Somerset County may pay the cost of street lighting provided in accordance with this section by a tax imposed equally only on improved property in the district.

(h) (1) To cover the costs of street lighting, the County Commissioners of Washington County may impose either:

(i) an ad valorem tax as provided in subsection (c) of this section; or

(ii) a fixed amount per tax account that shall be uniform in the street lighting district.

(2) Late payments are subject to interest from the date due at the same rate, and subject to the same collection procedures, as overdue county property taxes.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 21-1001.1 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 21 / Subtitle 10 / Section 21-1001.1
§21–1001.
Status: in_force

§21–1001.1.

(a) There is a barbershop and beauty salon beer and wine license.

(b) The Board may issue the license to a holder of:

(1) a barbershop permit issued under § 4–501 of the Business Occupations and Professions Article; or

(2) a beauty salon permit issued under § 5–501 of the Business Occupations and Professions Article.

(c) The license authorizes the license holder to provide not more than two 12–ounce offerings of beer or two 6–ounce offerings of wine by the glass for on–premises consumption by a customer while the customer:

(1) is provided a barbering service under § 4–101(l) of the Business Occupations and Professions Article;

(2) is provided a cosmetology service under § 5–101(n) of the Business Occupations and Professions Article; or

(3) is attending a fund–raising event at the barbershop or beauty salon.

(d) The license holder:

(1) may provide beer and wine during normal business hours but not later than 9 p.m.; and

(2) may provide beer and wine on a Sunday in any election district or precinct of an election district in which the voters in a referendum authorized by law approved Sunday sales.

(e) An establishment for which the license is issued is subject to the alcohol awareness training requirements under § 4–505 of this article.

(f) The annual license fee is $200.

(g) The Board shall charge a one–time issuing fee for a new license in an amount equal to the annual license fee.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-259.1 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-259.1
§21–259.
Status: in_force

§21–259.1.

(a) A person may not open a sealed, closed, or fastened food container in a food store or supermarket if opening the package or container will leave the item in an unsalable condition, unless the person:

(1) Intends to purchase the item; or

(2) Has received from the proprietor authority to open the item.

(b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $25.

(c) The penalty provisions of Subtitle 12 of this title do not apply to this section.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1124.1 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 11 / Section 21-1124.1
§21–1124.
Status: in_force

§21–1124.1.

(a) (1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.

(2) “9–1–1 system” has the meaning stated in § 1–301 of the Public Safety Article.

(3) “Text messaging device” means a handheld device used to send a text message or an electronic message via a short message service, wireless telephone service, or electronic communication network.

(b) Subject to subsection (c) of this section, an individual may not use a text messaging device to write, send, or read a text message or an electronic message while operating a motor vehicle in the travel portion of the roadway.

(c) This section does not apply to the use of:

(1) A global positioning system; or

(2) A text messaging device to contact a 9–1–1 system.

(d) (1) If the Administration receives satisfactory evidence that an individual who is under the age of 18 years has violated this section, the Administration:

(i) May suspend the individual’s driver’s license for not more than 90 days; and

(ii) May issue a restricted license for the period of suspension that is limited to driving a motor vehicle:

1. In the course of the individual’s employment;

2. For the purpose of driving to or from a place of employment; or

3. For the purpose of driving to or from school.

(2) An individual may request a hearing as provided for a suspension or revocation under Title 12, Subtitle 2 of this article.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 21-305.4 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-305.4
§21–305.
Status: in_force

§21–305.4.

(a) (1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.

(2) “Deficit” means, as to any participating governmental unit, the lesser of:

(i) the amount, as of June 30, 1995, by which the present value of the accrued benefit of the employees of the participating governmental unit who are members of the Employees’ Retirement System exceeds the actuarial value of the assets to the credit of the participating governmental unit in the Employees’ Retirement System; or

(ii) 40% of the aggregate annual earnable compensation of the participating governmental unit as of June 30, 1995.

(3) “Employees’ systems” means the Employees’ Pension System and the Employees’ Retirement System.

(4) “Required employer contribution” means the amount payable each fiscal year under § 21-305(b)(1) and (2)(i) and (iii) of this subtitle by a participating governmental unit.

(5) “Surplus” means, as to any participating governmental unit, the amount, as of June 30, 1995, by which the actuarial value of the assets to the credit of the participating governmental unit in the employees’ systems exceeds the present value of the future benefits of the employees of the participating governmental unit who are members of the employees’ systems.

(b) (1) The actuary shall determine the surplus allocable to a participating governmental unit as of June 30, 1995, based on an actuarial valuation.

(2) The surplus of a participating governmental unit may not be less than zero.

(3) The annual credit of a participating governmental unit shall be the amount that is sufficient to amortize over a 25-year term commencing on July 1, 1995, the surplus allocated to a participating governmental unit as of June 30, 1995, by means of an annual credit that increases each year based on the actuarial assumptions adopted by the Board of Trustees on the recommendation of the actuary.

(4) Each fiscal year, a participating governmental unit’s required employer contribution shall be reduced by the annual credit of the participating governmental unit, but not below zero.

(c) (1) The actuary shall determine the deficit allocable to a participating governmental unit as of June 30, 1995, based on an actuarial valuation.

(2) (i) Except as provided in subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, the annual deficit payment of a participating governmental unit shall be the payment that is sufficient to liquidate over a 25-year term beginning as of July 1, 1995, the deficit allocated to the participating governmental unit by means of annual payments that increase each year based on the actuarial assumptions adopted by the Board of Trustees on the recommendation of the actuary.

(ii) If, as of July 1, 1995, the annual deficit payment of a participating governmental unit increases the participating governmental unit’s required contribution by more than 2% of the aggregate annual earnable compensation of the participating governmental unit as of July 1, 1995, the participating governmental unit may liquidate the deficit over a 40-year term beginning as of July 1, 1995.

(3) (i) Subject to subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, with the concurrence of the Board of Trustees, a participating governmental unit may prepay all or a portion of the deficit.

(ii) A participating governmental unit that elects to prepay a portion of the deficit:

1. may not prepay less than the greater of $100,000 or 10% of the outstanding balance of the deficit as of the payment date;

2. may not make more than 2 additional payments during any fiscal year; and

3. shall be liable for payment of the expenses incurred by the agency for the actuary to recalculate the annual deficit payments required under § 21-305(b)(2)(iv) of this subtitle.

(d) On the recommendation of the actuary, the Board of Trustees shall adopt regulations that are necessary to carry out this section, and that set forth the amount of any surplus or deficit allocable to a participating governmental unit as of June 30, 1995.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1133 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 11 / Section 21-1133
§21–1133.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, a person may not drive, stand, or park a vehicle in a dedicated bus lane unless authorized by the local jurisdiction in which the dedicated bus lane is located.

(b) The following vehicles may be driven, allowed to stand, or, as appropriate, parked in a dedicated bus lane:

(1) A transit vehicle owned, operated, or contracted for by the Maryland Transit Administration, the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, or a local department of transportation;

(2) A school bus;

(3) A bicycle;

(4) An emergency vehicle; and

(5) A vehicle making a right turn at the next immediate intersection.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1112.1 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 11 / Section 21-1112.1
§21–1112.
Status: in_force

§21–1112.1.

(a) A person may not obscure or modify any vehicle registration plate in a manner that may prevent identification.

(b) A violation of this section is a moving violation for the purpose of the assessment of points under § 16–402 of this article.

(c) A police officer may enforce this section only as a secondary action when the police officer detains a driver of a motor vehicle for a suspected violation of another provision of the Code.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 21-804 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 21 / Subtitle 8 / Section 21-804
§21–804.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Class BDR (deluxe restaurant) beer and wine license.

(b) The license may be issued to a holder of:

(1) any Class B alcoholic beverages license issued by the Board; or

(2) an equivalent license that the local licensing board of a different jurisdiction issues only for use by a restaurant.

(c) (1) The Board may issue the license for use by a deluxe restaurant, as defined in the regulations of the Board, that:

(i) has seating for at least 20 individuals; and

(ii) has a minimum capital investment of $25,000 for the restaurant facilities, not including the cost of land or buildings.

(2) If the applicant purchases or leases an existing building, the capital investment attributable to the cost of the land and improvements shall be based on the assessed value of the land and improvements in accordance with the records of the State Department of Assessments and Taxation at the time of purchase.

(3) The license authorizes the license holder to sell, at retail, at the place described in the license:

(i) beer and wine for on–premises consumption; and

(ii) beer for off–premises consumption.

(d) (1) The Board may issue the license with a catering option.

(2) In addition to exercising the privileges stated in subsection (c)(3) of this section, a holder of a license with a catering option may sell beer and wine for consumption at events that the license holder caters off the licensed premises.

(3) To exercise the catering option, the license holder shall provide food at the catered event.

(4) The license holder may exercise the catering option only during the hours and days that the Board allows.

(e) The annual license fees are:

(1) $500 for a 6–day license without a catering option;

(2) $625 for a 6–day license with a catering option;

(3) $585 for a 7–day license without a catering option; and

(4) $710 for a 7–day license with a catering option.

(f) The Board shall charge a one–time issuing fee for a new license in an amount equal to the annual license fee.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-310 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-310
§21–310.
Status: in_force

(a) The driver of a motor vehicle may not follow another vehicle more closely than is reasonable and prudent, having due regard for the speed of the other vehicle and of the traffic on and the condition of the highway.

(b) Subject to the provisions of subsection (d) of this section, whenever conditions permit, the driver of every truck, while traveling on a roadway outside of a business district or a residential district and following any other truck or any other motor vehicle towing another vehicle, shall leave enough space so that an overtaking vehicle may enter and occupy the space without danger.

(c) Subject to the provisions of subsection (d) of this section, whenever conditions permit, the driver of every motor vehicle towing another vehicle, while traveling on a roadway outside of a business district or a residential district and following any other truck or any other motor vehicle towing another vehicle, shall leave enough space so that an overtaking vehicle may enter and occupy the space without danger.

(d) A truck or a motor vehicle towing another vehicle may overtake and pass any other vehicle or combination of vehicles.

(e) (1) This subsection does not apply to a funeral procession.

(2) A motor vehicle being driven on a roadway outside of a business district or a residential district in a caravan or motorcade, whether or not towing another vehicle, shall be driven to allow enough space between each two vehicles or combination of vehicles so that any other vehicle may enter and occupy the space without danger.

(f) (1) Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, the driver of a nonlead truck in a group of trucks may travel without leaving enough space so that an overtaking vehicle may enter and occupy the space between the trucks if the trucks are:

(i) Traveling in a unified manner with electronically coordinated speed and braking systems; and

(ii) Operating in a reasonable and prudent manner with due regard for the speed of any other vehicles and of the traffic on and the condition of the highway.

(2) The Administration shall adopt regulations to carry out this subsection, including regulations governing:

(i) The number of trucks allowed in a group operating in a unified manner;

(ii) The roadway conditions under which trucks may be operated in a unified manner;

(iii) The required submission of a plan of operation by a person operating a truck in a unified manner; and

(iv) The submission of any other information as required by the Administration for the purpose of evaluating safety issues relevant to the operation of trucks in a unified manner.
Md. Code, Public Utilities § 21-402 — MD Code / Article gpu / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-402
§21–402.
Status: in_force

If the Commission is paid or assured payment by an urban renewal authority for the Commission’s costs and expenditures in accordance with this subtitle, the Commission may cooperate with and assist the urban renewal authority in an urban renewal project undertaken by the urban renewal authority by abandoning, relocating, installing, constructing, or reconstructing water or sanitary sewer facilities in the urban renewal area.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-805 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 8 / Section 21-805
§21–805.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) This subsection does not apply to:

(i) Vehicles used by any utility in the construction, maintenance, or repair of its facilities;

(ii) Vehicles used by any highway authority or bridge or highway district in construction, maintenance, repair, inspection, or survey work; or

(iii) Low speed vehicles.

(2) A person may not drive on a highway any vehicle or combination of vehicles that is designed to be and is driven at a speed of 25 miles per hour or less, unless the rearmost vehicle displays a slow moving vehicle emblem in accordance with this section.

(b) Any other vehicle or combination of vehicles, when driven at a speed of 25 miles per hour or less, may display a slow moving vehicle emblem in accordance with this section.

(c) The slow moving vehicle emblem specified in this section shall:

(1) Be a truncated equilateral triangle at least 14 inches high with a red reflective border at least 1.75 inches wide and with a fluorescent orange center;

(2) Comply with current standards and specifications of the American Society of Agricultural Engineers; and

(3) Be mounted on the rear of the vehicle, base down, at a height of not less than 3 nor more than 5 feet from ground to base.

(d) New farm equipment designed or intended by the manufacturer to be driven or moved at a speed of 25 miles per hour or less may not be sold in this State unless it is equipped by the manufacturer with a slow moving vehicle emblem in accordance with this section.

(e) The slow moving vehicle emblem shall be displayed and maintained on the farm equipment as long as it can be driven or moved on a highway.

(f) The slow moving vehicle emblem described in this section may be displayed only as permitted or required by this section.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 21-123.3 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 21 / Subtitle 1 / Section 21-123.3
§21–123.
Status: in_force

§21–123.3.

(a) (1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.

(2) (i) “Actively managed separate accounts” means the accounts of the several systems that are actively managed at the direction of the Board of Trustees and held in separate accounts.

(ii) “Actively managed separate accounts” does not mean indexed funds, private equity funds, real estate funds, or other commingled or passively managed funds.

(3) “Company” means any corporation, utility, partnership, joint venture, franchisor, franchisee, trust, entity investment vehicle, financial institution, or a wholly owned subsidiary of any of these entities.

(4) “Divestment action” means selling, redeeming, transferring, exchanging, otherwise disposing of, and refraining from further investment in certain investments.

(5) “Eligible accounts” means actively managed separate accounts containing funds of the several systems.

(6) “Investment” means the commitment of funds or other assets to a company including:

(i) the ownership or control of a share or interest in the company; or

(ii) the ownership or control of a bond or other debt instrument of a company.

(7) (i) “Russia” means the government of Russia or the government of the Russian Federation.

(ii) “Russia” includes all agencies, institutions, instrumentalities, and political subdivisions of Russia.

(8) “Russia–restricted investment” means an investment in a company:

(i) identified by the Federal Office of Foreign Assets Control as a Russian entity with which transactions are prohibited by federal law;

(ii) owned, in whole or in part, by Russia;

(iii) controlled by a company that is owned, in whole or in part, by Russia;

(iv) incorporated in Russia; or

(v) whose principal place of business is located within Russia, to the extent this determination can be made.

(b) The Board of Trustees shall review the investment holdings in eligible accounts for the purpose of determining the extent to which funds in eligible accounts are invested in Russia–restricted investments.

(c) Except as provided in subsection (d) of this section, the Board of Trustees:

(1) shall take divestment action in eligible accounts with regard to current investments:

(i) in any Russia–restricted investment; or

(ii) in any security or instrument issued by Russia; and

(2) may not make any new investments from net new funds in an eligible account in any Russia–restricted investment.

(d) Notwithstanding the provisions of this section, the Board of Trustees may exclude from the provisions of subsection (c) of this section a company:

(1) that the United States government affirmatively declares to be excluded from its federal sanctions regime relating to Russia; and

(2) whose divestment cannot be executed for fair market value or greater.

(e) On or before April 1 and October 1 each year, the Board of Trustees shall submit a report, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, to the Senate Budget and Taxation Committee, the House Appropriations Committee, and the Joint Committee on Pensions that provides:

(1) all divestment actions taken by the Board of Trustees in accordance with this section;

(2) a list of investments that the Board of Trustees has determined to be ineligible for investments of net new funds under subsection (c)(2) of this section; and

(3) other developments relevant to Russia–restricted investments.

(f) The Board of Trustees or any other fiduciary of the several systems may not be held liable for any actions taken or decisions made in good faith for the purpose of complying with or executing the requirements of any divestment provisions under this section.

(g) The Board of Trustees shall act in good faith to carry out divestment action as required by this section in compliance with all applicable State and federal law, including relevant judicial decisions.

(h) Nothing in this section shall require the Board of Trustees to take action as described in this section unless the Board of Trustees determines in good faith that the action is consistent with the fiduciary responsibilities of the Board of Trustees as described in Subtitle 2 of this title.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-256 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-256
§21–256.
Status: in_force

A person may not:

(1) Manufacture or sell any food, drug, device, or cosmetic that is adulterated or misbranded;

(2) Adulterate or misbrand any food, drug, device, or cosmetic;

(3) Make a food, drug, device, or cosmetic become adulterated by altering, mutilating, destroying, obliterating, or removing any part of its labeling while the food, drug, device, or cosmetic is held for sale;

(4) Receive in commerce any adulterated or misbranded food, drug, device, or cosmetic;

(5) Deliver or offer for delivery any adulterated or misbranded food, drug, device, or cosmetic, whether or not for pay;

(6) Disseminate any false advertisement;

(7) Sell any food in violation of any requirement imposed under § 21-211 of this subtitle;

(8) Fail to comply with § 21-249 or § 21-250 of this subtitle by refusing to permit:

(i) An entry or inspection;

(ii) The taking of a sample; or

(iii) Access to or copying of any record;

(9) Remove or dispose of any article that is detained or restricted under § 21-253 of this subtitle; or

(10) Forge, counterfeit, simulate, falsely represent, or, without proper authority, use any mark, stamp, tag, label, or other identifying symbol that is authorized or required by any rule or regulation that is adopted under the provisions of the federal act or of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-2E-02 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2E / Section 21-2E-02
§21–2E–02.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) A retailer that prepares, distributes, sells, or exposes for sale a kratom product shall disclose on the product label the factual basis on which the representation is made.

(2) A retailer may not prepare, distribute, sell, or expose for sale a kratom product that:

(i) Does not comply with the disclosure requirement established under paragraph (1) of this subsection; or

(ii) Has not been recognized as a dietary ingredient or approved drug by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

(b) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, a retailer may not prepare, distribute, sell, or expose for sale any of the following:

(i) A kratom product that is adulterated with a dangerous substance other than kratom;

(ii) A kratom product that is contaminated with a dangerous substance other than kratom;

(iii) A kratom product containing a level of 7–hydroxymitragynine in the alkaloid fraction that is greater than 2% of the alkaloid composition of the product;

(iv) A kratom product containing a synthetic alkaloid, including synthetic mitragynine, synthetic 7–hydroxymitragynine, or any other synthetically derived compound of the kratom plant; or

(v) A product containing kratom that does not include on its package or label the amount of mitragynine and 7–hydroxymitragynine contained in the product.

(2) (i) For the purpose of paragraph (1)(i) of this subsection, a kratom product is adulterated with a dangerous substance other than kratom if:

1. The kratom product is mixed or packed with a substance other than kratom; and

2. That substance affects the quality or strength of the kratom product to a degree as to render the kratom product injurious to a consumer.

(ii) For the purpose of paragraph (1)(ii) of this subsection, a kratom product is contaminated with a dangerous substance other than kratom if the kratom product contains a poisonous or otherwise deleterious ingredient other than kratom, including a drug that is designated as a controlled dangerous substance under Title 5 of the Criminal Law Article.

(c) A retailer may not distribute, sell, or expose for sale a kratom product to an individual under the age of 21 years.

(d) In a prosecution for a violation of this section, it is a defense that the defendant relied in good faith on the representations of a manufacturer, processor, packer, or distributor of a kratom product.

(e) A retailer that violates subsection (a)(1) of this section is subject to a civil penalty not exceeding:

(1) $1,000 for a first violation; and

(2) $2,000 for each subsequent violation.

(f) A retailer that violates subsection (a)(2), (b), or (c) of this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $5,000, imprisonment for not more than 90 days, or both.

(g) In addition to any other penalties specified in this section, a retailer who violates this section is liable for any civil damages sustained by the individual resulting from the violation.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-812 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 8 / Section 21-812
§21–812.
Status: in_force

(a) A license expires on the first anniversary of its effective date, unless the license is renewed for a 1-year term as provided in this section.

(b) At least 1 month before the license expires, the Secretary shall send to the licensee, by first-class mail to the last known address of the licensee, a renewal notice that states:

(1) The date on which the current license expires;

(2) The date by which the renewal application must be received by the Secretary for the renewal to be issued and mailed before the license expires; and

(3) The amount of the renewal fee.

(c) Before a license expires, the licensee periodically may renew it for an additional 1-year term, if the licensee:

(1) Otherwise is entitled to a license;

(2) Pays to the Secretary a renewal fee established by the Secretary under § 2-104 of this article; and

(3) Submits to the Secretary:

(i) A renewal application on the form that the Secretary requires; and

(ii) Satisfactory evidence of compliance with the requirements of this section for renewal.

(d) The renewal fee under this section shall be based on:

(1) If the licensee has a manufacturing facility located in this State, the annual production of any frozen dessert or frozen dessert mix in this State; and

(2) If the licensee has a manufacturing facility not located in this State, the annual sales of any frozen dessert or frozen dessert mix in this State.

(e) The Secretary shall renew the license of each licensee who meets the requirements of this section.

(f) A license is not transferable.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-618 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 6 / Section 21-618
§21–618.
Status: in_force

(a) Bonds issued by Montgomery County or Prince George’s County to provide money for stormwater management remain valid, binding, and enforceable in accordance with their terms, including any provision for a maturity date beyond June 30, 1990.

(b) Notwithstanding the repeal, expiration, or termination after the date of issuance of the bonds of the authority under which the bonds were issued, the rights of the bondholders and the responsibilities and obligations of Montgomery County or Prince George’s County with respect to the bonds may not be impaired and shall remain in full force and effect.

(c) The responsibility of Montgomery County or Prince George’s County includes the responsibility to repay the bonds and to impose taxes for or otherwise guarantee the payment of the bonds.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-418 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-418
§21–418.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to the hearing provisions of § 21-419 of this subtitle, the Secretary shall suspend a permit issued under this subtitle if:

(1) The holder of the permit has obtained the permit fraudulently or deceptively;

(2) The holder of the permit has violated this subtitle or a rule or regulation adopted under this subtitle;

(3) A violation of this subtitle or a rule or regulation adopted under this subtitle exists at the place for which the permit has been issued under this subtitle;

(4) A health hazard exists at the place for which the permit has been issued or exists as to the individual who holds the permit; or

(5) The holder of the permit has interfered with the Secretary in the performance of the Secretary’s duties.

(b) (1) Except as otherwise provided in this section, before suspending a permit, the Secretary shall give to the holder of the permit notice of intent to suspend.

(2) The notice shall:

(i) Specify with particularity the condition or violation that the Secretary believes to justify the suspension; and

(ii) State that the holder has an opportunity to correct the condition or violation before a time that is:

1. At least 48 hours after the holder receives the notice of intent to suspend; and

2. Agreed on by the parties or set by the Secretary.

(c) The Secretary is not required to give notice of intent to suspend a permit if:

(1) The violation creates an imminent hazard to public health; or

(2) The holder of the permit has willfully refused to permit an authorized inspection.

(d) If a permit has been suspended more than once, the Secretary may revoke the permit.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-412 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-412
§21–412.
Status: in_force

An applicant for a permit shall:

(1) Submit an application to the Secretary on the form that the Secretary provides; and

(2) Pay to the Secretary an annual fee established by the Secretary under § 2-104 of this article.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 21-101 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 21 / Subtitle 1 / Section 21-101
§21–101.
Status: in_force

(a) In this title the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) “Board” means the State Board of Individual Tax Preparers.

(c) “Fund” means the Individual Tax Preparers Fund established under § 21–208 of this title.

(d) “In good standing” means an individual has not engaged in conduct that would justify censure, suspension, or disbarment from practice.

(e) “Individual tax preparer” means an individual who is registered by the Board to provide individual tax preparation services.

(f) “Provide individual tax preparation services” means to prepare, advise or assist in the preparation of, or assume final responsibility for another person’s preparation of a federal or State income tax return of another for valuable consideration.

(g) “Registration” means, unless the context requires otherwise, an authorization issued by the Board to provide individual tax preparation services.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-10A-06 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 10A / Section 21-10A-06
§21–10A–06.
Status: in_force

Any person who undertakes the towing or removal of a vehicle from a parking lot in violation of any provision of this subtitle:

(1) Shall be liable for actual damages sustained by any person as a direct result of the violation; and

(2) Shall be liable to the vehicle owner, a secured party, an insurer, or a successor in interest for triple the amount paid by the owner or the owner’s agent to retake possession of the vehicle.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1108 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 11 / Section 21-1108
§21–1108.
Status: in_force

(a) If a motor vehicle is traveling on a downgrade, the driver of the motor vehicle may not coast with the gears or transmission in neutral.

(b) If a truck or bus is traveling on a downgrade, the driver of the truck or bus may not coast with the clutch disengaged.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 21-111 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 21 / Subtitle 1 / Section 21-111
§21–111.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) As the Board of Trustees considers necessary to properly administer and enforce this Division II or regulations adopted under this Division II, the Board of Trustees may:

(i) require any officer or unit of the State or of a political subdivision of the State to furnish the Board of Trustees without charge with a certified copy of any record or paper in the official custody of the officer or unit; and

(ii) issue a summons, subpoena, or other process, for the attendance of witnesses and the production of documents before the Board of Trustees.

(2) The Board of Trustees, or any trustee on the Board of Trustees, may administer an oath to a witness who appears before the Board of Trustees.

(b) (1) In addition to any hearing that Title 10 of the State Government Article requires, the Board of Trustees may hold hearings as necessary to perform its duties.

(2) The hearings are governed by regulations of the Board of Trustees.

(3) The Board of Trustees is not bound by technical rules of evidence.

(4) If the Board of Trustees approves an application for disability retirement on behalf of a State police officer under § 2-415(b) of the Public Safety Article, the Board of Trustees shall hold a hearing unless the officer waives the hearing in writing.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-234 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-234
§21–234.
Status: in_force

(a) The Secretary may adopt rules and regulations to carry out the provisions of this subtitle.

(b) Except for a State adopted federal rule or regulation, the Secretary may not adopt any rule or regulation under this subtitle unless the requirements of this subtitle and the Administrative Procedure Act are met.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-702 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 7 / Section 21-702
§21–702.
Status: in_force

(a) The State Highway Administration and any local authority with the approval of the State Highway Administration may place a stop sign at any railroad grade crossing of a highway that the local authority or State Highway Administration designates as a particularly dangerous crossing.

(b) If the driver of a vehicle approaches the stop sign, the driver:

(1) Shall stop within 50 feet but not less than 15 feet from the nearest rail in the crossing; and

(2) May proceed only on exercising due care.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 21-703 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 21 / Subtitle 7 / Section 21-703
§21–703.
Status: in_force

(a) Benefits under this Division II of this article payable to a public employee are subject to forfeiture in whole or in part in accordance with this subtitle if the public employee is found guilty of, pleads guilty to, or enters a plea of nolo contendere to a qualifying crime.

(b) (1) Benefits under this Division II may not be forfeited or reduced if the Internal Revenue Service determines that the forfeiture or reduction will negatively affect or invalidate the tax qualified status of any of the several systems.

(2) If the Internal Revenue Service determines that the application of this subtitle would negatively affect or invalidate the tax qualified status of any of the several systems, any forfeiture of benefits that took place before the Internal Revenue Service’s determination shall be reversed in accordance with § 21–707 of this subtitle to the extent necessary to comply with the determination.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-904 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 9 / Section 21-904
§21–904.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “visual or audible signal” includes a signal by hand, voice, emergency light or siren.

(b) If a police officer gives a visual or audible signal to stop and the police officer is in uniform, prominently displaying the police officer’s badge or other insignia of office, a driver of a vehicle may not attempt to elude the police officer by:

(1) Willfully failing to stop the driver’s vehicle;

(2) Fleeing on foot; or

(3) Any other means.

(c) If a police officer gives a visual or audible signal to stop and the police officer, whether or not in uniform, is in a vehicle appropriately marked as an official police vehicle, a driver of a vehicle may not attempt to elude the police officer by:

(1) Willfully failing to stop the driver’s vehicle;

(2) Fleeing on foot; or

(3) Any other means.

(d) (1) A driver may not commit a violation of subsection (b)(1) or (c)(1) of this section that results in bodily injury to another person.

(2) A driver may not commit a violation of subsection (b)(1) or (c)(1) of this section that results in death of another person.

(e) (1) In this subsection, “crime of violence” has the meaning stated in § 14–101 of the Criminal Law Article.

(2) A driver may not commit a violation of subsection (b)(1) or (c)(1) of this section while the driver is attempting to elude a police officer who is signaling for the driver to stop for the purpose of apprehending the driver for the commission of a crime of violence for which the driver is subsequently convicted.

(f) (1) Except as provided in paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection, a person convicted of a violation of this section is subject to:

(i) For a first offense, imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both; and

(ii) For a second or subsequent offense, imprisonment not exceeding 2 years or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.

(2) A person convicted of a violation of subsection (d)(1) or (e) of this section is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 3 years or a fine not exceeding $5,000 or both.

(3) A person convicted of a violation of subsection (d)(2) of this section is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 10 years or a fine not exceeding $5,000 or both.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1007 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 10 / Section 21-1007
§21–1007.
Status: in_force

(a) The owner or lessor of a supermarket, business establishment, or shopping area or center that has entrances surrounded by obstacles designed to prevent shopping carts from being removed from the premises, shall provide an unobstructed entrance during business hours for individuals with disabilities, as provided for in subsection (b) of this section.

(b) Such an entrance shall be at least 36 inches wide and constructed to allow reasonable access for entry and egress for individuals with disabilities.

(c) Failure to provide such an entrance, or failure to keep it unlocked and accessible during business hours to individuals with disabilities, is a violation of this article.

(d) Nothing contained in this section shall be construed as negating the provisions of the Maryland Accessibility Code adopted under § 12-202 of the Public Safety Article.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 21-806 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 21 / Subtitle 8 / Section 21-806
§21–806.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Class D beer and wine license.

(b) The license authorizes the license holder to sell beer and wine, at retail, at the place described in the license, for on– and off–premises consumption.

(c) (1) The Board may issue the license with a catering option.

(2) In addition to exercising the privileges stated in subsection (b) of this section, a holder of a license with a catering option may sell beer and wine for consumption at events that the license holder caters off the licensed premises.

(3) To exercise the catering option, the license holder shall provide food at the catered event.

(4) The license holder may exercise the catering option only during the hours and days that the Board allows.

(d) The license may not be issued for use by a drugstore.

(e) The annual license fees are:

(1) $350 for a 6–day license without a catering option;

(2) $475 for a 6–day license with a catering option;

(3) $410 for a 7–day license without a catering option; and

(4) $535 for a 7–day license with a catering option.

(f) The Board shall charge a one–time issuing fee for a new license in an amount equal to the annual license fee.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-803 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 8 / Section 21-803
§21–803.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Except as provided in paragraphs (3) through (6) of this subsection, if, on the basis of an engineering and traffic investigation, a local authority determines that any maximum speed limit specified in this subtitle is greater or less than reasonable or safe under existing conditions on any part of a highway in its jurisdiction, it may establish a reasonable and safe maximum speed limit for that part of the highway, which may:

(i) Decrease the limit at an intersection;

(ii) Increase the limit in an urban district to not more than 50 miles per hour;

(iii) Decrease the limit in an urban district; or

(iv) Decrease the limit outside an urban district to not less than 25 miles per hour.

(2) An engineering and traffic investigation is not required to conform a posted maximum speed limit in effect on December 31, 1974, to a different limit specified in § 21–801.1(b) of this subtitle.

(3) Calvert County may decrease the maximum speed limit to not less than 15 miles per hour on Lore Road and, except for Solomons Island Road, each highway south of Lore Road without performing an engineering and traffic investigation, regardless of whether the highway is inside an urban district.

(4) (i) This paragraph applies only to:

1. Anne Arundel County and Montgomery County; and

2. Municipalities located in Anne Arundel County and Montgomery County.

(ii) A local authority may decrease the maximum speed limit to not less than 15 miles per hour on a highway only after performing an engineering and traffic investigation.

(iii) A local authority may not implement a new speed monitoring system to enforce speed limits on any portion of a highway for which the speed limit has been decreased under this paragraph.

(5) Baltimore City may, without performing an engineering and traffic investigation:

(i) Decrease the maximum speed limit on a highway under its jurisdiction; or

(ii) Increase to a previously established level the maximum speed limit on a highway under its jurisdiction.

(6) A municipality located in Queen Anne’s County may decrease the maximum speed limit to not less than 15 miles per hour on a highway without performing an engineering and traffic investigation.

(b) In school zones designated and posted by the local authorities of any county:

(1) The county may decrease the maximum speed limit to 15 miles per hour during school hours, provided the county pays the cost of placing and maintaining the necessary signs; and

(2) Any municipality within each county may decrease the maximum speed limit in a school zone within the municipality to 15 miles per hour during school hours, provided the municipality pays the cost of placing and maintaining the necessary signs.

(c) An altered maximum speed limit established under this section is effective when posted on appropriate signs giving notice of the limit.

(d) Except in Baltimore City, any alteration by a local authority of a maximum speed limit on a part or extension of a State highway is not effective until it is approved by the State Highway Administration.

(e) (1) If a local authority determines that any maximum speed limit specified in this subtitle is greater than reasonable or safe in an alley in its jurisdiction, the local authority may establish a reasonable and safe maximum speed limit for the alley.

(2) The local authority shall post a speed limit established under this subsection on appropriate signs giving notice of the speed limit.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-404.1 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-404.1
§21–404.
Status: in_force

§21–404.1.

(a) The driver of a vehicle about to enter or cross any other part of a highway from a crossover, whether or not sign posted, shall yield the right-of-way to any other vehicle approaching on that part of the highway.

(b) The approach to and method of making a left turn at a crossover shall be made as required by § 21-601(b) and (c) of this title.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1207.1 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 12 / Section 21-1207.1
§21–1207.
Status: in_force

§21–1207.1.

(a) (1) The provisions of this section apply:

(i) At all times while a bicycle is being operated on any highway, bicycle way, or other property open to the public or used by the public for pedestrian or vehicular traffic; and

(ii) To a person under the age of 16 who is riding on a bicycle, including a person under the age of 16 who is a passenger on a bicycle:

1. In a restraining seat attached to the bicycle; or

2. In a trailer being towed by the bicycle.

(2) The provisions of this section do not apply to passengers in commercial bicycle rickshaws.

(b) This section does not apply in the town of Ocean City, Maryland, on the boardwalk between the Ocean City inlet and 27th Street, during the hours in which bicycles are permitted by local ordinance to be operated on the boardwalk.

(c) A person to whom this section applies may not operate or ride as a passenger on a bicycle unless the person is wearing a helmet that meets or exceeds the standards of the American National Standards Institute, the Snell Memorial Foundation, or the American Society for Testing and Materials for protective headgear for use in bicycling.

(d) This section shall be enforced by the issuance of a warning that informs the offender of the requirements of this section and provides educational materials about bicycle helmet use.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1415 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 14 / Section 21-1415
§21–1415.
Status: in_force

(a) The Maryland Transportation Authority in consultation with the Administrator may enter into an agreement with another jurisdiction that provides for reciprocal enforcement of toll violations between the State and the other jurisdiction.

(b) An agreement made under this section shall provide that drivers and vehicles licensed in the State, while operating on the highways of another jurisdiction, shall receive benefits, privileges, and exemptions of a similar kind with regard to toll enforcement as are extended to drivers and vehicles licensed or registered in the other jurisdiction while operated in the State.

(c) A reciprocal agreement under this section may provide for enforcement of toll violations by refusal or suspension of the registration of a motor vehicle in accordance with § 21–1414 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-514 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 5 / Section 21-514
§21–514.
Status: in_force

(a) Bonds are payable from the special fund required under § 21–506 of this subtitle.

(b) Bonds issued under this subtitle are a special obligation of the county and are not a general obligation debt of the county or a pledge of the county’s full faith and credit or taxing power.

(c) The governing body of a county that issues bonds under this subtitle may:

(1) establish a sinking fund;

(2) establish a debt service reserve fund;

(3) pledge other assets and revenues toward the payment of the principal of and interest on the bonds; or

(4) provide for municipal bond insurance or any other financial guaranty of the bonds.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-634 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 6 / Section 21-634
§21–634.
Status: in_force

On or after July 1, 1990, the City of Takoma Park shall maintain every stormwater management system and part of every system that:

(1) was constructed by the Commission or accepted for maintenance by the Commission within the City of Takoma Park before July 1, 1990; and

(2) is located in a street, an alley, a public way, or a public space.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-2C-14 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2C / Section 21-2C-14
§21–2C–14.
Status: in_force

In accordance with the plan of action approved by the Legislative Policy Committee on October 22, 2024, the Board may set upper payment limits through regulations for prescription drug products that are:

(1) Purchased or paid for by a unit of State or local government or an organization on behalf of a unit of State or local government, including:

(i) State or county correctional facilities;

(ii) State hospitals; and

(iii) Health clinics at State institutions of higher education;

(2) Paid for through a health benefit plan on behalf of a unit of State or local government, including a county, bicounty, or municipal employee health benefit plan; or

(3) Purchased for or paid for by the Maryland State Medical Assistance Program.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-302 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-302
§21–302.
Status: in_force

(a) Drivers of vehicles that are going in opposite directions shall pass each other to the right.

(b) If the roadway is not wide enough for more than one line of traffic in each direction, each driver shall give to the other as nearly as possible at least one half of the roadway.
Md. Code, Land Use § 21-212 — MD Code / Article glu / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-212
§21–212.
Status: in_force

(a) Within 180 days after the receipt of the County Executive’s comments, recommendations, and fiscal impact analysis as provided in § 21–211 of this subtitle, the district council shall approve, modify, or disapprove the master plan or master plan amendment.

(b) On a vote of two–thirds of those present and voting, the district council may extend, by sequential 60–day intervals, the 180–day period for review and action on the master plan or master plan amendment provided in subsection (a) of this section.

(c) Failure of the district council to act within the time limits imposed under this section constitutes approval of a master plan or master plan amendment as submitted by the county planning board.
Md. Code, State Government § 21-301 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-301
§21–301.
Status: in_force

(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) “Corps” means the Maryland Service Corps.

(c) “Office” means the Governor’s Office on Service and Volunteerism.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 21-305.1 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-305.1
§21–305.
Status: in_force

§21–305.1.

(a) In this section, “employees’ systems” means the Employees’ Pension System and the Employees’ Retirement System.

(b) As part of each actuarial valuation, the actuary shall determine the normal contributions, net of member contributions, on account of members of the employees’ systems who are employees of participating governmental units.

(c) Except as provided in subsection (d) of this section, the normal contribution rate for participating governmental units equals the fraction that has:

(1) as its numerator, the sum of the normal contributions determined under this section; and

(2) as its denominator, the aggregate annual earnable compensation of the members of the employees’ systems who are employees of participating governmental units.

(d) On the recommendation of the actuary, the Board of Trustees may adjust the normal contribution rate to reflect:

(1) experience gains and losses;

(2) the effect of changes in actuarial assumptions; and

(3) the effect of legislation enacted after July 1, 1980.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-511 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 5 / Section 21-511
§21–511.
Status: in_force

(a) Notwithstanding any other law, a county may issue bonds as provided under this subtitle for the purposes stated in § 21–504(a)(1) of this subtitle.

(b) To issue bonds under this subtitle, the governing body of a county shall adopt an ordinance or a resolution that:

(1) describes the proposed undertaking;

(2) states:

(i) that the governing body has complied with §§ 21–506 and 21–508 of this subtitle;

(ii) the maximum principal amount of bonds to be issued; and

(iii) the maximum rate of interest for the bonds; and

(3) establishes a covenant to impose ad valorem or special taxes on all real and personal property in the special taxing district at a rate or in an amount sufficient to provide for the payment of the principal of and interest on the bonds in each year that the bonds are outstanding.

(c) (1) For bonds to be issued to finance the proposed undertaking, the ordinance or resolution may specify:

(i) the principal amount;

(ii) the rate of interest;

(iii) the manner and terms of sale;

(iv) the time of execution, issuance, and delivery;

(v) the form, purpose, and denominations;

(vi) the manner in which and the times and places at which the principal of and interest on the bonds shall be paid;

(vii) conditions for payment of principal of and interest on the bonds before maturity; or

(viii) other provisions consistent with this subtitle that the governing body of the county determines are necessary or desirable.

(2) The ordinance or resolution may specify the items listed in paragraph (1) of this subsection or may authorize:

(i) the county’s finance board or other appropriate financial officer to specify those items by resolution; or

(ii) the county’s chief executive officer to specify those items by executive order.

(d) The following may not be subject to a referendum because of any State or local law:

(1) an ordinance or a resolution authorizing the bonds;

(2) an ordinance, a resolution, or an executive order passed or adopted in furtherance of the ordinance or resolution authorizing the bonds;

(3) the bonds;

(4) the designation of a special taxing district; or

(5) the imposition of ad valorem or special taxes.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-644 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 6 / Section 21-644
§21–644.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) This subsection does not apply to § 21–624 of this subtitle.

(2) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, a person who violates the provisions of this subtitle is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 30 days or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.

(b) A person who violates § 21–633, § 21–634, or § 21–637 of this subtitle is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 30 days or a fine not exceeding $500 or both.

(c) A person may be convicted of a second or subsequent violation of a provision of this subtitle or a regulation adopted under this subtitle.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-811 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 8 / Section 21-811
§21–811.
Status: in_force

While it is effective, a license authorizes the licensee to manufacture frozen desserts and frozen dessert mixes at the manufacturing plant identified in the license.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-427 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-427
§21–427.
Status: in_force

(a) Unless the transfer occurs on a dairy farm or in a receiving station, transfer station, or milk plant, a person may not transfer a milk product from a container or milk tank truck to another.

(b) (1) This subsection does not apply to milk for a mixed drink that requires less than 8 ounces of milk.

(2) Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, a person may not sell or serve any fluid milk product unless it:

(i) Is in the individual, original container that was sealed in the milk plant in which the milk product was pasteurized; or

(ii) Is served or sold from a bulk milk dispenser approved by the Secretary.

(3) A person may serve cream, whipped cream, or half and half from other than the original container or an approved bulk milk dispenser, if the cream, whipped cream, or half and half:

(i) Is served for consumption at the place of sale; or

(ii) Is served from an original container of not more than one-half gallon capacity or from a bulk dispenser.

(c) (1) In this subsection, “consumer container” means a container that:

(i) Contains a milk product; and

(ii) Is intended for delivery to the ultimate consumer of the milk product.

(2) A person may not store a consumer container in water.

(3) A person may not store a consumer container in ice unless the person drains the water from the melting ice properly.

(d) Except as approved by the Secretary, a person may not use or permit the use of any apparatus, equipment, utensil, or container that is intended for use in the processing and packaging of a milk product for any other purpose.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 21-402 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-402
§21–402.
Status: in_force

(a) Each optional form of allowance shall be the actuarial equivalent of the basic allowance under the State system of a member.

(b) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, for an optional form of allowance providing for payment to a designated beneficiary for life, the designated beneficiary must be an individual.

(2) If the designated beneficiary is a minor or an individual with a disability, the allowance may be paid into a trust for the benefit of the individual.

(3) A member who elects to receive a reduced optional allowance under § 21-403 of this subtitle may designate an individual other than the member’s child as the member’s designated beneficiary.

(c) (1) This subsection applies to a member who selects an optional form of allowance as provided in § 21-403(b) or (e) of this subtitle.

(2) If a member designates a beneficiary other than the member’s spouse or disabled child as defined under § 72(m)(7) of the Internal Revenue Code, a member may not designate a beneficiary who is more than 10 years younger than the member.
Md. Code, Education § 21-305 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-305
§21–305.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.

(2) “Division” means the Division of Rehabilitation Services within the Maryland State Department of Education.

(3) “Transition services” means a coordinated set of activities for a student with a disability who meets the definition of a transitioning student that promotes movement from school to postschool activities, including postsecondary education, vocational training, integrated employment, supported employment, adult services, independent living, and community participation.

(4) “Transitioning student” means a student with a disability who is between the ages of 14 and 21 years who meets the eligibility criteria of the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act or § 7 of the federal Rehabilitation Act.

(b) The Division shall:

(1) Assign a rehabilitation counselor as a liaison to each Maryland public high school;

(2) Establish a cooperative agreement with each county board defining roles, responsibilities, and procedures in order to provide appropriate transition services for a transitioning student; and

(3) Develop, in consultation with county boards, for each transitioning student who is determined eligible for rehabilitation services, an individualized plan for employment prior to graduation.

(c) (1) Each county board shall transmit to the Department information relating to the postsecondary anticipated services of the county’s transitioning students. The information shall be reported in the manner required by the Department.

(2) The Department shall aggregate the information provided under paragraph (1) of this subsection and forward the information annually to:

(i) The Behavioral Health Administration of the Maryland Department of Health;

(ii) The Developmental Disabilities Administration of the Maryland Department of Health; and

(iii) Other appropriate State adult services agencies, as determined by the Department.

(3) The information under this section shall include, for each transitioning student:

(i) The student’s current age;

(ii) The projected year of exit of the student from school;

(iii) Anticipated needs of the student;

(iv) The student’s county of residence; and

(v) Any other information that the Department considers appropriate.
Md. Code, State Government § 21-106 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 21 / Subtitle 1 / Section 21-106
§21–106.
Status: in_force

(a) The Secretary shall:

(1) promote service and volunteerism in the State by partnering with the federal government, local governments, and nongovernmental entities to fulfill the purposes of this title; and

(2) identify, develop, and implement initiatives to increase service and volunteerism in the State to create opportunities and strengthen communities.

(b) The Department shall:

(1) promote the use of volunteers in State and local government, employers, and nonprofit organizations;

(2) coordinate and oversee the activities of:

(i) the Maryland Corps Program under Subtitle 2 of this title; and

(ii) the Governor’s Commission on Service and Volunteerism;

(3) develop and implement model programs for a statewide clearinghouse, skill banks, or information centers for volunteers and projects in the State;

(4) develop and implement volunteer recognition events for volunteers in State programs and provide technical assistance and support for recognition events in nonpublic programs to increase the visibility and status of volunteers and their accomplishments;

(5) administer:

(i) the Maryland Corps Program under Subtitle 2 of this title; and

(ii) any other volunteer program recommended or designated by the Governor or otherwise established by law;

(6) liaise with national, state, and local volunteerism groups to obtain information on federal, state, local, and private resources that may enhance volunteer projects within the State;

(7) conduct studies and make recommendations to improve volunteer recruitment and training, volunteer retention, and accountability of volunteer programs; and

(8) provide staff support for the Governor’s Commission on Service and Volunteerism.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 21-2104 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 21 / Subtitle 21 / Section 21-2104
§21–2104.
Status: in_force

In exercising the authority conferred on the Board under § 4–606 of this article, if the Board revokes a license for conviction of the license holder for a violation of this article or the Tax – General Article that relates to the alcoholic beverage tax, the Board may not issue a license until 2 years after the revocation:

(1) to the same license holder; or

(2) for the same premises.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-2C-08 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2C / Section 21-2C-08
§21–2C–08.
Status: in_force

(a) On or before December 31, 2021, the Board shall:

(1) Collect and review publicly available information regarding prescription drug product manufacturers, health insurance carriers, health maintenance organizations, managed care organizations, wholesale distributors, and pharmacy benefits managers; and

(2) (i) Identify states that require reporting on the cost of prescription drug products; and

(ii) Initiate a process of entering into memoranda of understanding with the states identified under item (i) of this item to aid in the collection of transparency data for prescription drug products.

(b) Based on the information collected under subsection (a)(1) of this section and obtained through memoranda of understanding under subsection (a)(2) of this section, the Board, in consultation with the Stakeholder Council, shall adopt regulations to:

(1) Establish methods for collecting additional data necessary to carry out its duties under this subtitle; and

(2) Identify circumstances under which the cost of a prescription drug product may create or has created affordability challenges for the State health care system and patients.

(c) The Board shall use the information collected under subsection (a)(1) of this section and obtained through memoranda of understanding under subsection (a)(2) of this section to identify prescription drug products that are:

(1) Brand name drugs or biologics that, as adjusted annually for inflation in accordance with the Consumer Price Index, have:

(i) A launch wholesale acquisition cost of $30,000 or more per year or course of treatment; or

(ii) A wholesale acquisition cost increase of $3,000 or more in any 12–month period, or course of treatment if less than 12 months;

(2) Biosimilar drugs that have a launch wholesale acquisition cost that is not at least 15% lower than the referenced brand biologic at the time the biosimilars are launched;

(3) Generic drugs that, as adjusted annually for inflation in accordance with the Consumer Price Index, have a wholesale acquisition cost:

(i) Of $100 or more for:

1. A 30–day supply lasting a patient for a period of 30 consecutive days based on the recommended dosage approved for labeling by the United States Food and Drug Administration;

2. A supply lasting a patient for fewer than 30 days based on the recommended dosage approved for labeling by the United States Food and Drug Administration; or

3. One unit of the drug if the labeling approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration does not recommend a finite dosage; and

(ii) That increased by 200% or more during the immediately preceding 12–month period, as determined by the difference between the resulting wholesale acquisition cost and the average of the wholesale acquisition cost reported over the immediately preceding 12 months; and

(4) Other prescription drug products that may create affordability challenges for the State health care system and patients, in consultation with the Stakeholder Council.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1406 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 14 / Section 21-1406
§21–1406.
Status: in_force

A person may not hitchhike on any Authority highway and a motorist may not pick up or discharge any person on any Authority highway.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-429 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-429
§21–429.
Status: in_force

(a) If a Grade A milk product is from a place outside the departmental inspection area, a person may sell the Grade A milk product in this State if:

(1) The person holds a permit issued under this subtitle; and

(2) The Grade A milk product:

(i) To the extent produced, processed, or pasteurized outside the departmental inspection area, is produced, processed, and pasteurized under requirements that are substantially equivalent to the requirements of this subtitle and of rules and regulations adopted under this subtitle; and

(ii) Is from an establishment that has a current individual United States Public Health Service rating of at least 90 from a State milk sanitation rating officer who is certified by the appropriate federal authority and listed in the interstate milk shippers report published by the appropriate federal authority.

(b) (1) The Secretary may inspect the property, buildings, or equipment of any permit holder whose Grade A milk product has been produced, processed, or pasteurized outside the departmental inspection area.

(2) The person inspected shall pay the cost of the inspection.

(3) The Department shall bill and collect the cost of the inspection.

(c) A person may not sell in this State any Grade A milk product produced by a dairy farm, milk plant, or frozen dessert manufacturer that is in a jurisdiction that does not authorize milk products or frozen desserts to be imported from this State.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-309.2 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-309.2
§21–309.
Status: in_force

§21–309.2.

(a) A county may establish a seasonal farmer’s market producer sampling license to be required for a producer of a farm product to prepare and offer samples of the farm product for human consumption at a farmer’s market or at a public festival or event.

(b) A county seasonal farmer’s market producer sampling license established under this section shall:

(1) Be valid at all farmer’s markets in the county;

(2) Be valid at any public festival or event in the county;

(3) Be valid for the entire season for which it is issued; and

(4) Have a single fee as set by the county.

(c) A seasonal farmer’s market producer sampling licensee shall use the license only to offer samples of a farm product that has been produced by the licensee.

(d) The Department shall adopt regulations that:

(1) Establish eligibility for the license;

(2) Provide for the authorized uses of the license;

(3) Establish standards and approved methods under which sampling shall be conducted;

(4) Specify the duration of the season during which the license is valid; and

(5) Include other provisions that are necessary to protect public health and control foodborne illnesses.

(e) A county issuing a seasonal farmer’s market producer sampling license shall adopt an ordinance that:

(1) Sets the fee for the license;

(2) Provides for the enforcement of provisions of law under which the license is issued; and

(3) Provides penalties for violations of provisions of law under which the license is issued.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 21-901 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 21 / Subtitle 9 / Section 21-901
§21–901.
Status: in_force

A Class A beer, wine, and liquor license may not be issued in the county.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-2B-02 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2B / Section 21-2B-02
§21–2B–02.
Status: in_force

(a) A manufacturer of an individualized investigational treatment operating within an eligible facility and in compliance with all laws applicable to an eligible facility may:

(1) Provide the manufacturer’s individualized investigational treatment to an eligible patient without compensation; or

(2) Require an eligible patient to pay the costs of or associated with the manufacture of the individualized investigational treatment provided to the eligible patient.

(b) (1) The Office of the Attorney General shall develop an informed consent form that:

(i) Complies with the requirements of § 21–2B–01(g)(3) of this subtitle;

(ii) Includes instructions for the physician or patient on how to complete the form; and

(iii) Provides spaces for a physician to include the information relating to a particular patient and the physician’s recommendation for the patient.

(2) This subsection may not be construed to prohibit a treating physician or a manufacturer of an individualized investigational treatment from including additional information or advisements with the informed consent form developed under paragraph (1) of this subsection.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-103 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 1 / Section 21-103
§21–103.
Status: in_force

(a) The provisions of §§ 9–105 and 9–106 of this article apply to an act, an ordinance, or a resolution adopted by a commission county under this section.

(b) The governing body of a county may establish an authority for any commercial district in the county.

(c) For each authority established, the governing body of a county shall:

(1) specify the membership, organization, jurisdiction, and geographical limits of the authority;

(2) provide any financing that it considers appropriate for the authority through fees that may be charged to, or taxes that may be imposed against, businesses subject to the authority’s jurisdiction; and

(3) specify the purposes of the authority, including:

(i) promotion;

(ii) marketing; or

(iii) the provision of security, maintenance, or amenities in the commercial district.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-409 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-409
§21–409.
Status: in_force

(a) For any purpose stated in § 21–410(a)(1) of this subtitle, a municipality may:

(1) establish a special taxing district;

(2) impose ad valorem or special taxes; and

(3) issue bonds.

(b) (1) For any purpose stated in § 21–410(a)(2) of this subtitle, a municipality may:

(i) establish special taxing districts;

(ii) impose ad valorem or special taxes; and

(iii) pledge funds under an agreement to:

1. secure payment on MEDCO obligations;

2. pay the costs of infrastructure improvements located in or supporting a transit–oriented development or a State hospital redevelopment; and

3. pay the costs of operating and maintaining infrastructure improvements located in or supporting a transit–oriented development or a State hospital redevelopment.

(2) An agreement pledging funds as described in paragraph (1)(iii) of this subsection shall:

(i) be authorized by an ordinance or resolution of the municipality;

(ii) be in writing;

(iii) be executed on behalf of the municipality making the pledge, the Maryland Economic Development Corporation, and any other person or entity that the governing body of the municipality determines; and

(iv) benefit, and be enforceable on behalf of, the holders of any MEDCO obligation secured by the agreement.

(c) (1) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a municipality may establish a special taxing district, issue bonds, or impose an ad valorem or special tax under this part only if a request to the municipality is made by both:

(i) the owners of at least two–thirds of the assessed valuation of the real property located in the special taxing district; and

(ii) at least two–thirds of the owners of the real property located in the special taxing district.

(2) For purposes of paragraph (1)(ii) of this subsection:

(i) multiple owners of a single parcel are treated as a single owner; and

(ii) a single owner of multiple parcels is treated as one owner.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1003.1 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 10 / Section 21-1003.1
§21–1003.
Status: in_force

§21–1003.1.

(a) Except as provided in subsections (c) and (d) of this section, a local authority may not issue a residential parking permit to the owner of a vehicle to be valid for a period in excess of 30 days unless the owner provides satisfactory evidence that:

(1) The vehicle for which the parking permit is sought is registered in the State; or

(2) The owner of the vehicle has obtained under § 13-402.1 of this article:

(i) A nonresident permit; or

(ii) A complimentary guest card.

(b) If a residential parking permit area is established as a result of the construction of a professional sports facility that seats 45,000 or more people, a local authority may not charge a fee for the issuance of a permit to park in that area.

(c) In Baltimore City, the Executive Director of the Baltimore City Parking Authority may issue, on a showing of evidence of ownership and occupancy, a residential parking permit to a person who owns and occupies residential property in the residential parking permit area regardless of whether the person would otherwise qualify for a residential parking permit under subsection (a) of this section.

(d) In the City of Annapolis, the Annapolis Parking and Fines Section of the Annapolis Police Department may issue, on a showing of evidence of ownership and occupancy, a residential parking permit to a person who owns and occupies residential property in the residential parking permit area regardless of whether the person would otherwise qualify for a residential parking permit under subsection (a) of this section.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-905 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 9 / Section 21-905
§21–905.
Status: in_force

(a) A holder of a provisional driver’s license who is under the age of 18 years is guilty of high–risk driving if the holder of the provisional license commits any of the following violations:

(1) § 21–901.1 of this subtitle (Reckless and negligent driving);

(2) § 21–901.2 of this subtitle (Aggressive driving); or

(3) § 21–1116 of this title (Race or speed contest prohibited).

(b) (1) If the individual is convicted of a violation specified in subsection (a) of this section, the Administration shall suspend the individual’s driver’s license:

(i) For a first offense, for 6 months; and

(ii) For a second or subsequent offense, for 1 year.

(2) An individual subject to a license suspension under this subsection may request a hearing as provided for a suspension or revocation under Title 12, Subtitle 2 of this article.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 21-303 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-303
§21–303.
Status: in_force

To apply for a license, an applicant shall:

(1) Submit an application to the Board on the form that the Board requires;

(2) Submit an official transcript from an accredited college or university;

(3) Submit written verification from the applicant’s employer or supervisor on forms required by the Board that the applicant has successfully completed an environmental health specialist–in–training program; and

(4) Pay to the Board the application fee set by the Board.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-406 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-406
§21–406.
Status: in_force

The Secretary shall adopt rules and regulations to carry out the provisions of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-504 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 5 / Section 21-504
§21–504.
Status: in_force

(a) The purpose of the authority granted under this subtitle is to:

(1) finance, refinance, or reimburse the cost of establishing, acquiring, designing, constructing, altering, or extending adequate infrastructure improvements as necessary for the development and use of land in any defined geographic region in the county, including storm drainage systems, sewers, water systems, roads, bridges, culverts, tunnels, sidewalks, lighting, parking, parks and recreation facilities, libraries, schools, transit facilities, and solid waste facilities; and

(2) provide a source of funding for payment of costs of:

(i) infrastructure improvements located in or supporting a transit–oriented development or a State hospital redevelopment; and

(ii) operating and maintaining infrastructure improvements located in or supporting a transit–oriented development or a State hospital redevelopment.

(b) An infrastructure improvement financed under subsection (a)(1) of this section may be located:

(1) in the special taxing district; or

(2) outside the special taxing district if the infrastructure improvement is reasonably related to other infrastructure improvements in the special taxing district.

(c) For the purposes of this subtitle and any authority granted by this subtitle, a sustainable community, as defined in § 6–201 of the Housing and Community Development Article, shall be considered the same as a transit–oriented development.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 21-204 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-204
§21–204.
Status: in_force

(a) A majority of the appointed members of the Board is a quorum to do business.

(b) The Board shall meet at least twice a year, at the times and places that the Board determines.

(c) A member of the Board:

(1) May receive compensation as provided in the State budget; and

(2) Is entitled to reimbursement for expenses under the Standard State Travel Regulations, as provided in the State budget.

(d) The Board may employ a staff in accordance with the budget of the Board.

(e) (1) The Board shall appoint an executive director.

(2) The executive director shall:

(i) Serve at the pleasure of the Board;

(ii) Act as the executive officer of the Board; and

(iii) Carry out the powers and duties assigned by the Board.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-801 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 8 / Section 21-801
§21–801.
Status: in_force

(a) A person may not drive a vehicle on a highway at a speed that, with regard to the actual and potential dangers existing, is more than that which is reasonable and prudent under the conditions.

(b) At all times, the driver of a vehicle on a highway shall control the speed of the vehicle as necessary to avoid colliding with any person or any vehicle or other conveyance that, in compliance with legal requirements and the duty of all persons to use due care, is on or entering the highway.

(c) Consistent with the requirements of this section, the driver of a vehicle shall drive at an appropriate, reduced speed when approaching and crossing an intersection at which cross traffic is not required to stop by a traffic control device.

(d) Consistent with the requirements of this section, the driver of a vehicle shall drive at an appropriate, reduced speed when approaching and crossing a railroad grade crossing.

(e) Consistent with the requirements of this section, the driver of a vehicle shall drive at an appropriate, reduced speed when approaching and going around a curve.

(f) Consistent with the requirements of this section, the driver of a vehicle shall drive at an appropriate, reduced speed when approaching the crest of a grade.

(g) Consistent with the requirements of this section, the driver of a vehicle shall drive at an appropriate, reduced speed when traveling on any narrow or winding roadway.

(h) Consistent with the requirements of this section, the driver of a vehicle shall drive at an appropriate, reduced speed when any special danger exists as to pedestrians or other traffic or because of weather or highway conditions.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-2A-04.2 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2A / Section 21-2A-04.2
§21–2A–04.
Status: in_force

§21–2A–04.2.

(a) (1) Beginning July 1, 2018, a prescriber:

(i) Shall request at least the prior 4 months of prescription monitoring data for a patient before initiating a course of treatment for the patient that includes prescribing or dispensing an opioid or a benzodiazepine;

(ii) Shall, if a patient’s course of treatment continues to include prescribing or dispensing an opioid or a benzodiazepine for more than 90 days after the initial request for prescription monitoring data, request prescription monitoring data for the patient at least every 90 days until the course of treatment has ended; and

(iii) Shall assess prescription monitoring data requested from the Program before deciding whether to prescribe or dispense or continue prescribing or dispensing an opioid or a benzodiazepine.

(2) If a prescriber decides to prescribe or continue to prescribe an opioid or a benzodiazepine after requesting prescription monitoring data from the Program and assessing the prescription monitoring data, the prescriber shall document in the patient’s medical record that the prescription monitoring data was requested and assessed.

(b) A prescriber is not required to request prescription monitoring data from the Program if the opioid or benzodiazepine is prescribed or dispensed to an individual:

(1) In an amount indicated for a period not to exceed 3 days;

(2) For the treatment of cancer or cancer–related pain;

(3) Who is:

(i) A patient receiving treatment in an inpatient unit of a hospital;

(ii) 1. A patient in a general hospice care program as defined in § 19–901 of this article; or

2. Any other patient diagnosed with a terminal illness;

(iii) A patient who resides in:

1. An assisted living facility;

2. A long–term care facility;

3. A comprehensive care facility; or

4. A developmental disabilities facility; or

(4) To treat or prevent acute pain for a period of not more than 14 days following:

(i) A surgical procedure;

(ii) A fracture;

(iii) Significant trauma; or

(iv) Childbirth.

(c) A prescriber may not be required to comply with the provisions of this section when:

(1) Prescribing or dispensing an opioid or a benzodiazepine drug that has been listed by the Secretary under § 21–2A–03(b)(3) of this subtitle as having a low potential for abuse;

(2) Accessing prescription monitoring data would result in a delay in the treatment of a patient that would negatively impact the medical condition of the patient;

(3) Electronic access to prescription monitoring data is not operational as determined by the Department; or

(4) Prescription monitoring data cannot be accessed by the prescriber due to a temporary technological or electrical failure.

(d) If a prescriber does not access prescription monitoring data for any of the reasons provided under subsection (c)(2), (3), or (4) of this section:

(1) The prescriber shall use reasonable medical judgment in determining whether to prescribe or dispense an opioid or a benzodiazepine; and

(2) The prescriber shall enter an appropriate record in the patient’s medical chart, including the reason why prescription monitoring data was not accessed.

(e) If a pharmacist or pharmacist delegate has a reasonable belief that a patient may be seeking a monitored prescription drug for any purpose other than the treatment of an existing medical condition:

(1) Before dispensing a monitored prescription drug to the patient, the pharmacist or pharmacist delegate shall request prescription monitoring data to determine if the patient has received other prescriptions that indicate misuse, abuse, or diversion of a monitored prescription drug; and

(2) The pharmacist shall have the responsibility described in 21 C.F.R. § 1306.04.

(f) The Secretary may adopt regulations to provide additional clinical, technical, or administrative exemptions based on new standards of practice.
Md. Code, Insurance § 21-101 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 21 / Subtitle 1 / Section 21-101
§21–101.
Status: in_force

(a) A surety insurer qualified to act as surety or guarantor under this article may execute:

(1) a bond, undertaking, recognizance, or other obligation that is required or allowed to be made, given, tendered, or filed with a surety by law or in the charter, ordinances, rules, or regulations of a municipal corporation, board, body, organization, court, judge, or public officer; and

(2) a guaranty of the performance of an act, duty, or obligation, or the refraining from an act, that is required or allowed to be guaranteed.

(b) The execution by a qualified surety insurer of a bond, undertaking, recognizance, obligation, or guaranty is in full compliance with each requirement of each law, charter, ordinance, rule, or regulation that:

(1) the bond, undertaking, recognizance, obligation, or guaranty shall be executed by a surety; or

(2) the surety shall be a resident, householder, or freeholder, or either or both, or shall have any other qualifications.

(c) Each court, judge, department head, board, body, municipal corporation, and public officer shall accept a bond, undertaking, recognizance, obligation, or guaranty executed by a qualified surety insurer and treat it as conforming to and fully complying with each requirement of each applicable law, charter, ordinance, rule, or regulation.

(d) A surety insurer may be released from its liability on a bond, undertaking, recognizance, obligation, or guaranty executed under subsection (a) of this section on the same terms and conditions provided by law for the release of an individual surety.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 21-206 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-206
§21–206.
Status: in_force

(a) The Board may investigate a complaint that alleges a violation of this title.

(b) On receipt of the results of an investigation made under this section, the Board shall promptly take action that is appropriate under this title to ensure compliance with this title.

(c) (1) If the Board concludes that conduct alleged to be in violation of this title will result in harm to a resident of the State, the Board may seek a permanent or temporary injunction with respect to the conduct from the circuit court of the county in which the alleged violation occurs.

(2) In seeking an injunction under this subsection, the Board is not required to:

(i) post bond;

(ii) allege or prove that an adequate remedy at law does not exist; or

(iii) allege or prove that substantial or irreparable damage would result from the continued violation.

(3) If the Board seeks an injunction or takes a disciplinary action against an individual for a violation of this title, the Board shall notify the Comptroller within 5 business days after taking the action.

(4) A member of the Board may not be held personally liable for action taken under this subsection in good faith with reasonable grounds.

(d) The Board, or a hearing officer designated by the Board, may administer oaths, hold hearings, and take testimony about all matters within the jurisdiction of the Board.

(e) (1) The Board or its designee may issue a subpoena for the attendance of a witness to testify or the production of evidence in connection with:

(i) a disciplinary action brought under this title; or

(ii) a proceeding brought for an alleged violation of this title.

(2) If an individual fails to comply with a subpoena issued under this subsection, on petition of the Board, a court of competent jurisdiction may compel compliance with the subpoena.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-509 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 5 / Section 21-509
§21–509.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in subsection (j) of this section, a pedestrian may not walk along a controlled access highway.

(b) Except as provided in subsection (j) of this section, a pedestrian may not walk on a controlled access highway.

(c) Except as provided in subsection (j) of this section, a pedestrian may not walk along a ramp leading to or from a controlled access highway.

(d) Except as provided in subsection (j) of this section, a pedestrian may not walk on a ramp leading to or from a controlled access highway.

(e) Except as provided in subsection (j) of this section, a pedestrian may not walk along an access road leading to or from a controlled access highway.

(f) Except as provided in subsection (j) of this section, a pedestrian may not walk on an access road leading to or from a controlled access highway.

(g) Except as provided in subsection (j) of this section, a person may not leave any vehicle that is on a controlled access highway.

(h) Except as provided in subsection (j) of this section, a person may not leave any vehicle that is on a ramp leading to or from a controlled access highway.

(i) Except as provided in subsection (j) of this section, a person may not leave any vehicle that is on an access road leading to or from a controlled access highway.

(j) This section does not apply to a person if an emergency prevents the movement of a vehicle in which he is riding and the person goes only to the nearest telephone or other source of assistance, nor to a person boarding or leaving a bus within a bus stop approved by the State Highway Administration.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-505 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 5 / Section 21-505
§21–505.
Status: in_force

If practicable, a pedestrian shall walk on the right half of a crosswalk.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-401.1 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-401.1
§21–401.
Status: in_force

§21–401.1.

At a “T” intersection with no traffic control device, any person driving a vehicle on a highway that intersects but does not cross the other highway shall yield the right–of–way to any vehicle traveling on the other highway.
Md. Code, Housing and Community Development § 21-101 — MD Code / Article ghs / Title 21 / Subtitle 1 / Section 21-101
§21–101.
Status: in_force

(a) In this title the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) “Board of County Commissioners” means the Board of County Commissioners of Washington County.

(c) (1) “Housing project” means a work or undertaking that is planned, acquired, owned, used, developed, constructed, reconstructed, rehabilitated, or improved to provide:

(i) housing of which a substantial part shall be for persons of eligible income; and

(ii) streets, roads, sewers, water service, and other supporting public or private commercial, educational, cultural, recreational, community, or civic facilities that are needed for sound community development.

(2) “Housing project” includes lands, buildings, improvements, and other real or personal property.

(d) “Person of eligible income” means an individual or family who the Washington Authority determines lacks sufficient income or assets without financial assistance to live in decent, safe, and sanitary housing without overcrowding.

(e) “Washington Authority” means the Housing Authority of Washington County.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-209 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-209
§21–209.
Status: in_force

(a) In addition to any other ground that may be applicable under § 21–207 or § 21–208 of this subtitle, a confectionary food product is adulterated if:

(1) It contains any nonnutritive object, except as permitted by the rules and regulations adopted under subsection (b)(1) of this section; or

(2) It contains any nonnutritive substance other than a safe substance:

(i) That is in or on the confectionery because of some practical functional purpose in the manufacture, packaging, or storing of the confectionery; and

(ii) The use of which does not promote deception of the consumer or otherwise result in any adulteration or misbranding in violation of this subtitle.

(b) (1) If, in the judgment of the Secretary, a nonnutritive object is of practical, functional value to a confectionary food product and its use is not injurious or hazardous to health, the Secretary may adopt a rule or regulation that permits an exception to subsection (a)(1) of this section, regarding nonnutritive objects.

(2) To avoid or resolve uncertainty, the Secretary may by rule or regulation:

(i) Interpret subsection (a)(2) of this section as that subsection applies to use of a particular nonnutritive substance; and

(ii) Allow or prohibit the use of the particular nonnutritive substance.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-214 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-214
§21–214.
Status: in_force

(a) A person or agency may not:

(1) fail to perform duties required under this subtitle;

(2) fail to pay the principal of and interest on any bonds, notes, or other evidence of indebtedness as required by this subtitle; or

(3) use the money from bonds, notes, or other evidence of indebtedness for any purpose other than the purpose specified under this subtitle.

(b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 3 years or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-508 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 5 / Section 21-508
§21–508.
Status: in_force

(a) The governing body of a county may provide for the imposition of an ad valorem or special tax on all real and personal property in a special taxing district at a rate or amount designed to provide adequate revenue:

(1) to pay the principal of, interest on, and any redemption premium on any bonds;

(2) to replenish any debt service reserve fund;

(3) for any other purpose related to the ongoing expenses of or security for bonds;

(4) to pay costs of infrastructure improvements located in or supporting a transit–oriented development or a State hospital redevelopment;

(5) to pay costs of operating and maintaining infrastructure improvements located in or supporting a transit–oriented development or a State hospital redevelopment; or

(6) to secure payment by the county of its obligations under an agreement described in § 21–503(b) of this subtitle.

(b) Ad valorem taxes under this subtitle shall be imposed in the same manner, on the same assessments, for the same period, and as of the same date of finality as required for county property taxes in the special taxing district.

(c) (1) As an alternative to imposing ad valorem taxes under this subtitle, the governing body of a county may impose special taxes in accordance with this subsection on property in a special taxing district.

(2) In determining the basis for and amount of a special tax, the cost of an improvement may be calculated and imposed:

(i) equally per front foot, lot, parcel, dwelling unit, or square foot;

(ii) according to the value of the property, with or without regard to improvements on the property; or

(iii) in any other reasonable manner that results in a fair allocation of the cost of the infrastructure improvements.

(3) The governing body of a county may enact an ordinance or a resolution for:

(i) the maximum amount of a special tax to be imposed on any parcel;

(ii) the tax year or other date after which further special taxes under this subtitle may not be imposed on a parcel; and

(iii) whether, and the circumstances under which, a special tax on a parcel may be increased because of delinquency or default by the owner of that parcel or by the owner of any other parcel.

(4) By ordinance or resolution, the governing body of a county may establish procedures allowing for the prepayment of special taxes under this subtitle.

(5) A special tax imposed under this subtitle shall:

(i) unless otherwise provided in an ordinance or a resolution, be collected and secured in the same manner as general ad valorem taxes; and

(ii) in the case of delinquency, be subject to the same penalties, procedure, sale, and lien priority as general ad valorem taxes.
Md. Code, Education § 21-202 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-202
§21–202.
Status: in_force

(a) The State of Maryland assents to the federal acts.

(b) The State Treasurer shall:

(1) Be the custodian of any money received under the federal acts; and

(2) Disburse this money in accordance with the federal acts.

(c) The State Board of Education shall:

(1) Cooperate with the appropriate federal agencies in administering the federal acts;

(2) Do anything necessary to secure the benefits of the federal acts;

(3) Facilitate the transfer of federal funds to the appropriate operational entity including the Maryland Department of Labor; and

(4) Represent this State in all matters relating to the administration of the federal acts.

(d) (1) The State Board of Education shall be the sole State agency responsible for the administration of the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act.

(2) (i) On or before October 1, 2021, the State Board of Education shall request a waiver from the U.S. Department of Education to transfer to the CTE Committee responsibility for the administration of the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act.

(ii) If the waiver in this paragraph is granted, the CTE Committee shall be responsible for the administration of the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act.

(3) The CTE Committee or the State Board of Education, as appropriate, shall include in the State plan required under the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act goals and programs that are consistent with the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future, as defined in § 5–401 of this article, to the extent consistent with federal law.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-614 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 6 / Section 21-614
§21–614.
Status: in_force

Bonds issued under this part, a transfer of the bonds, the interest payable on the bonds, and any income derived from the bonds, including any profit realized in the sale or exchange of the bonds, are exempt from taxation by the State or by any county, municipality, or other public unit of the State.
Md. Code, Land Use § 21-201 — MD Code / Article glu / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-201
§21–201.
Status: in_force

(a) This subtitle is intended to vest control over planning procedures in the district councils of Montgomery County and Prince George’s County, to the extent that control is not inconsistent with this division.

(b) Nothing contained in this subtitle authorizes a transfer or dilution of planning authority or responsibility vested in the Commission, county planning boards, or district councils as of October 1, 1959.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 21-502 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 21 / Subtitle 5 / Section 21-502
§21–502.
Status: in_force

Except as provided in § 21–503 of this subtitle, a holder of a wholesaler’s license may sell or deliver alcoholic beverages to a holder of a retail license from 6 a.m. to midnight on every day except Sunday.
Md. Code, State Government § 21-102 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 21 / Subtitle 1 / Section 21-102
§21–102.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Department of Service and Civic Innovation, established as a principal department of the State government.

(b) The purpose of the Department is to promote service and volunteerism in the State.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1127 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 11 / Section 21-1127
§21–1127.
Status: in_force

(a) An individual may not operate for hire a motor vehicle designed to carry 15 or fewer passengers, including the driver, unless the individual holds a valid for–hire driver’s license or transportation network operator’s license issued by the Public Service Commission or the appropriate local authority.

(b) A person may not allow an individual to operate for hire a motor vehicle designed to carry 15 or fewer passengers, including the driver, unless the individual operating the motor vehicle holds a valid for–hire driver’s license or transportation network operator’s license issued by the Public Service Commission or the appropriate local authority.

(c) A person convicted of a violation of this section is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.
Md. Code, Health - General § 21-230 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-230
§21–230.
Status: in_force

(a) In Part IV of this subtitle, “hair dye” does not mean eyelash dye or eyebrow dye.

(b) For purposes of this subtitle, a cosmetic is considered adulterated if:

(1) Except as provided for coal tar hair dye in subsection (c) of this section, it contains any poisonous or otherwise deleterious substance that, in the quantity present, reasonably would be expected to make it injurious to a user under the conditions of use:

(i) That are instructed, recommended, or suggested in the labeling or advertisement of the cosmetic; or

(ii) That are customary or usual for the cosmetic;

(2) It contains a filthy, putrid, or decomposed substance;

(3) It was produced, prepared, packed, or held under unsanitary conditions that reasonably would be expected to have:

(i) Contaminated it with filth; or

(ii) Caused it to be injurious to health;

(4) Any part of its container is composed of any poisonous or otherwise deleterious substance that reasonably would be expected to have caused the cosmetic to be injurious to health; or

(5) It is not a hair dye and it is or it contains a color additive the particular use of which has not been found safe as provided under § 21-239 of this subtitle.

(c) A coal tar hair dye is not considered adulterated under subsection (b)(1) of this section if it:

(1) Has on its label a conspicuously displayed warning that states: “Caution -- This product contains ingredients which may cause skin irritation on certain individuals and a preliminary test according to accompanying directions should first be made. This product must not be used for dyeing the eyelashes or eyebrows; to do so may cause blindness.”; and

(2) Has on its labeling adequate directions for the preliminary testing that is referenced on the label.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 21-201 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-201
§21–201.
Status: in_force

(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) “Fiduciary” means:

(1) a member of the Board of Trustees;

(2) a member of the Investment Committee;

(3) a member of a committee established by the Board of Trustees as authorized under § 21–108 of this title;

(4) a member of a committee established under § 21–122(g) of this title; or

(5) an employee of the State Retirement Agency who exercises any discretionary authority or control over:

(i) the management or administration of the several systems; or

(ii) the management or disposition of the assets of the several systems.

(c) “Several systems” includes the optional retirement program to the extent that the Board of Trustees administers the program under Title 30 of this article.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-210 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-210
§21–210.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise provided in this section, this subtitle applies to any project undertaken and any bonds, notes, or other evidence of indebtedness issued under this section.

(b) The purpose of this section is to provide an alternative means to finance projects on a countywide basis, for which the governing body of the county does not sit as a district council.

(c) (1) The governing body of a county may pay not more than 25% of the cost of any project in the county through the issuance of bonds, notes, or other evidence of indebtedness.

(2) If the governing body pays for a portion of a project under this subsection, the governing body may accept any of the remaining cost of the project from:

(i) the State;

(ii) the federal government; or

(iii) any unit of the State or federal government.

(d) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, any bond, note, or other evidence of indebtedness issued under this section shall be issued as provided in this subtitle.

(2) Any bond, note, or other evidence of indebtedness issued under this section:

(i) is not a district obligation; and

(ii) shall have its payments of principal and interest met by a countywide tax.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-901.2 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 9 / Section 21-901.2
§21–901.
Status: in_force

§21–901.2.

(a) A person is guilty of aggressive driving if the person commits three or more of the following offenses at the same time or during a single and continuous period of driving in violation of:

(1) § 21–201 of this title (Failure to obey traffic control device or leaving roadway to avoid traffic control device);

(2) § 21–202 of this title (Traffic lights with steady indication);

(3) § 21–303 of this title (Overtaking and passing vehicles);

(4) § 21–304 of this title (Passing on right);

(5) § 21–305 of this title (Driving left of center of roadway in overtaking and passing vehicle);

(6) § 21–307 of this title (Driving on left in no–passing zone);

(7) § 21–309 of this title (Driving on laned roadways);

(8) § 21–310 of this title (Following too closely);

(9) § 21–403 of this title (Failure to yield right–of–way);

(10) § 21–502(a)(2) of this title (Failure to stop for pedestrian in crosswalk);

(11) § 21–502(c) of this title (Overtaking and passing vehicle stopped for pedestrian in crosswalk);

(12) § 21–706 of this title (Overtaking and passing school vehicle stopped and operating alternately flashing red lights);

(13) § 21–707 of this title (Stop signs and yield signs);

(14) § 21–801.1 of this title (Exceeding maximum speed limit or posted maximum speed limit);

(15) § 21–1117 of this title (Skidding, spinning wheels, and excessive noise);

(16) § 21–1131 of this title (Discharging diesel emissions onto another);

(17) § 21–1209(a) of this title (Avoiding collision and overtaking and passing bicycle, EPAMD, or motor scooter);

(18) § 21–1303(c) of this title (Motorcycle overtaking and passing in same lane as another vehicle); or

(19) § 21–1303(d) of this title (Motorcycle operating between lanes of traffic or vehicles).

(b) A person convicted of a violation of this section is subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 21-804.1 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 21 / Subtitle 8 / Section 21-804.1
§21–804.
Status: in_force

§21–804.1.

(a) There is a Class BDR–DC (deluxe complex restaurant) beer and wine license.

(b) The license may be issued to a holder of:

(1) any Class B alcoholic beverages license issued by the Board; or

(2) an equivalent license that the local licensing board of a different jurisdiction issues only for use by a restaurant.

(c) (1) The Board may issue the license for use by a deluxe complex restaurant, as defined in the regulations of the Board, that:

(i) has seating for at least 20 individuals; and

(ii) has a minimum capital investment of $25,000 for the restaurant facilities, not including the cost of land or buildings.

(2) If the applicant purchases or leases an existing building, the capital investment attributable to the cost of the land and improvements shall be based on the assessed value of the land and improvements in accordance with the records of the State Department of Assessments and Taxation at the time of purchase.

(3) The license authorizes the license holder to sell, at retail, at the place described in the license:

(i) beer and wine for on–premises consumption; and

(ii) beer for off–premises consumption.

(d) (1) The Board may issue the license with a catering option.

(2) In addition to exercising the privileges stated in subsection (c)(3) of this section, a holder of a license with a catering option may sell beer and wine for consumption at events that the license holder caters off the licensed premises.

(3) To exercise the catering option, the license holder shall provide food at the catered event.

(4) The license holder may exercise the catering option only during the hours and days that the Board allows.

(e) The annual license fees are:

(1) $500 for a 6–day license without a catering option;

(2) $625 for a 6–day license with a catering option;

(3) $585 for a 7–day license without a catering option; and

(4) $710 for a 7–day license with a catering option.

(f) The Board shall:

(1) charge a one–time issuing fee for a new license in an amount equal to the annual license fee; and

(2) adopt regulations to carry out this section.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 21-405 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-405
§21–405.
Status: in_force

A retiree of the Judges’ Retirement System who has elected an optional form of an allowance under this subtitle may not change the designated beneficiary.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-705 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 7 / Section 21-705
§21–705.
Status: in_force

(a) The driver of a vehicle emerging from an alley, driveway, or building shall stop immediately before driving onto a sidewalk or onto the sidewalk area that extends across the alley, driveway, or building exit.

(b) The driver of a vehicle emerging from an alley, driveway, or building shall yield the right-of-way to any pedestrian.

(c) The driver of a vehicle emerging from an alley, driveway, or building shall on entering the roadway, yield the right-of-way to any other vehicle approaching on the roadway.

(d) The driver of a vehicle entering an alley, driveway, or building shall yield the right-of-way to any pedestrian.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-1209 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 12 / Section 21-1209
§21–1209.
Status: in_force

(a) Notwithstanding any other provision of this title, the driver of a vehicle shall:

(1) Exercise due care to avoid colliding with any bicycle, EPAMD, or motor scooter being ridden by a person; and

(2) When overtaking a bicycle, an EPAMD, or a motor scooter, pass safely at a distance of not less than 3 feet, unless, at the time:

(i) The bicycle, EPAMD, or motor scooter rider fails to operate the vehicle in conformance with § 21–1205(a) of this subtitle (“Riding to right side of roadway”) or § 21–1205.1(b) of this subtitle (“Roadway with bike lane or shoulder paved to smooth surface”);

(ii) A passing clearance of less than 3 feet is caused solely by the bicycle, EPAMD, or motor scooter rider failing to maintain a steady course; or

(iii) The highway on which the vehicle is being driven is not wide enough to lawfully pass the bicycle, EPAMD, or motor scooter at a distance of at least 3 feet.

(b) A person may not throw any object at or in the direction of any person riding a bicycle, an EPAMD, or a motor scooter.

(c) A person may not open the door of any motor vehicle with intent to strike, injure, or interfere with any person riding a bicycle, an EPAMD, or a motor scooter.

(d) (1) Unless otherwise specified in this title, the driver of a vehicle shall yield the right–of–way to a person who is lawfully riding a bicycle, an EPAMD, or a motor scooter in a designated bike lane or shoulder if the driver of the vehicle is about to enter or cross the designated bike lane or shoulder.

(2) (i) A person may not commit a violation of paragraph (1) of this subsection that contributes to the serious physical injury or death of a person riding a bicycle, EPAMD, or motor scooter.

(ii) A person convicted of a violation of subparagraph (i) of this paragraph is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 2 months or a fine not exceeding $2,000 or both.
Md. Code, Land Use § 21-215 — MD Code / Article glu / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-215
§21–215.
Status: in_force

This part applies in Prince George’s County.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 21-204 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-204
§21–204.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (c) of this section, in exercising the standards set forth in § 21-203 of this subtitle:

(i) the trustees jointly shall manage and control the assets of the several systems; and

(ii) each trustee of the several systems, when acting as a fiduciary, shall use reasonable care to prevent another trustee from committing a breach.

(2) Paragraph (1) of this subsection does not preclude any agreement that allocates specific responsibilities, obligations, or duties among the trustees.

(b) The Board of Trustees may:

(1) allocate the responsibilities of the fiduciaries among the fiduciaries; and

(2) designate any other person to carry out the responsibilities of a fiduciary.

(c) (1) If the Board of Trustees makes an allocation or designation to a person under subsection (b) of this section, the Board of Trustees is not liable for an act or omission of that person in carrying out the responsibility, except to the extent that the Board of Trustees violates § 21-203 of this subtitle with respect to:

(i) the allocation or designation;

(ii) the establishment or implementation of a procedure to allocate or designate; or

(iii) the continuance or review of the allocation or designation.

(2) Except as otherwise provided in paragraph (1) of this subsection, a trustee to whom certain responsibilities, obligations, or duties have not been allocated is not liable, either individually or as a trustee, for any loss resulting to the several systems arising from an act or omission of another person to whom the responsibilities, obligations, or duties have been allocated.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-506 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 5 / Section 21-506
§21–506.
Status: in_force

(a) By resolution, the governing body of a county:

(1) may designate an area as a special taxing district; and

(2) shall create a special fund with respect to the special taxing district.

(b) A resolution creating a special fund under subsection (a) of this section shall:

(1) pledge to the special fund the proceeds of the ad valorem or special tax to be imposed as provided under § 21–508 of this subtitle; and

(2) require that the proceeds from the tax be paid into the special fund.
Md. Code, Transportation § 21-803.1 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 21 / Subtitle 8 / Section 21-803.1
§21–803.
Status: in_force

§21–803.1.

(a) (1) Subject to subsection (f) of this section, within a half–mile radius of any school, the State Highway Administration or a local authority:

(i) May establish a school zone and maximum speed limits applicable in the school zone; and

(ii) Subject to subsection (d) of this section, may provide that fines are to be doubled for speeding violations within the school zone.

(2) (i) The State Highway Administration may establish a school zone under paragraph (1) of this subsection on any State highway or, at the request of a local authority, on any highway under the jurisdiction of the local authority.

(ii) A local authority may establish a school zone under paragraph (1) of this subsection on any highway under its jurisdiction.

(iii) In Prince George’s County, a municipal corporation may establish a school zone under paragraph (1) of this subsection on any highway that:

1. Is not under State jurisdiction; and

2. Is located within the corporate limits of the municipal corporation.

(b) (1) On each highway where a school zone is established under this section, in accordance with specifications of the State Highway Administration, the State Highway Administration or local authority:

(i) Shall place signs designating the school zone; and

(ii) May place other traffic control devices, including timed flashing warning lights.

(2) The signs designating a school zone shall indicate the maximum speed limit applicable in the school zone.

(3) The local authority shall pay the State Highway Administration the cost of placing and maintaining signs and other traffic control devices on highways under the jurisdiction of the local authority when the State Highway Administration establishes the school zone at the local authority’s request.

(4) In Prince George’s County, a municipal corporation shall be responsible for the cost of placing and maintaining signs and other traffic control devices for a school zone that the municipal corporation establishes on a highway within its corporate limits.

(c) A maximum speed limit in a school zone established under this section is in effect when posted on appropriate signs giving notice of the limit.

(d) The fines for speeding in a school zone are double the amount that would otherwise apply if, in accordance with specifications adopted by the State Highway Administration:

(1) (i) A sign designating a school zone under this section is equipped with timed flashing warning lights and indicates that fines for speeding are doubled when the lights are activated; and

(ii) The lights are activated at the time the violation occurs; or

(2) A sign designating a school zone under this section indicates that fines for speeding are doubled during school hours.

(e) A person may not drive a motor vehicle at a speed exceeding the posted speed limit within a school zone established in accordance with subsection (d) of this section.

(f) In any school zone where a school crossing guard is posted to assist students in crossing a highway, the maximum speed limit may not exceed 35 miles per hour in the school zone during the hours posted on signs designating the school zone.

(g) A person convicted of a violation of subsection (e) of this section is subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-421 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 4 / Section 21-421
§21–421.
Status: in_force

Bond proceeds shall be used only to pay the cost of infrastructure improvements, including:

(1) the cost of establishing, acquiring, designing, constructing, extending, or altering infrastructure improvements;

(2) the cost of issuing bonds;

(3) payment of the principal of and interest on loans, money advances, or indebtedness incurred by the municipality for any purpose stated in § 21–410(a) of this subtitle, including refunding of bonds previously issued; and

(4) funding of a debt service reserve fund or payment of interest before, during, or for a limited period of time after constructing the infrastructure improvements.
Md. Code, Public Utilities § 21-102 — MD Code / Article gpu / Title 21 / Subtitle 1 / Section 21-102
§21–102.
Status: reserved

(a) (1) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, land used for cemetery purposes may not be condemned unless the Commission adopts a resolution declaring that it is necessary for the public health and safety to acquire the cemetery land, or an easement in the land, immediately by condemnation.

(2) A resolution under this subsection may only be adopted on the affirmative vote of a majority of the commissioners from the county where the cemetery land is located.

(b) (1) The Commission may condemn public or private land used for cemetery purposes, or an easement in the land, without adopting a resolution in accordance with subsection (a) of this section if the land or easement is for the purpose of installing sewer lines or water lines.

(2) Sewer lines or water lines installed on property condemned under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall be constructed underground and enclosed.

(c) The land or easement to be acquired may not disturb:

(1) any existing grave, grave marker, or monument; or

(2) any grave site:

(i) the title to which has been transferred as a result of a bona fide sale or exchange; or

(ii) in which burial rights have vested or been transferred as a result of a bona fide sale or exchange.
Md. Code, State Government § 21-305 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 21 / Subtitle 3 / Section 21-305
§21–305.
Status: in_force

(a) The Maryland Service Corps is established for the purpose of encouraging and developing a program of full– and part–time public service that involves citizens of all ages throughout the State of Maryland in meeting the essential needs, as the Office shall identify, within the human service delivery systems in Maryland.

(b) A project shall not be undertaken under the auspices of the Maryland Service Corps if such project shall replace regular workers or duplicate or replace an existing service in the same locality.

(c) A member of the Corps may not participate in any partisan political activity while engaged in the performance of duties as a stipend volunteer, and the provisions of this subtitle shall be effective only to the extent that they do not conflict with any federal or State laws or regulations relating to participation in partisan political activities.

(d) The number of stipend volunteers in the Corps shall be determined by the Director based on the needs of the community and the limits of budgetary appropriations.

(e) A stipend volunteer in the Corps shall make a commitment of up to 1 year of service. Stipend volunteers shall receive no salary, but shall receive a stipend, as determined by the Director, based on the needs of the stipend volunteer and the limits of budgetary appropriations.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 21-1405 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 21 / Subtitle 14 / Section 21-1405
§21–1405.
Status: in_force

The Board may set and charge a fee to cover the costs of obtaining the applicant’s fingerprints and the results of the State and national criminal history records check.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-606 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 6 / Section 21-606
§21–606.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Montgomery County may establish a stormwater management district that includes the land in its boundaries, except for the land in the City of Takoma Park.

(2) In its stormwater management district, Montgomery County shall provide efficient stormwater management services to the residents and property owners of the stormwater management district with adequate facilities for development and promotion of safety for life and property.

(3) The stormwater management services shall include those formerly performed by the Commission.

(4) Montgomery County may not exercise stormwater management authority in the City of Takoma Park unless the city and county otherwise agree.

(b) (1) The stormwater management district is a special taxing district for the purpose of stormwater management.

(2) Montgomery County may establish one or more special taxing areas within its stormwater management district.
Md. Code, Local Government § 21-213 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 21 / Subtitle 2 / Section 21-213
§21–213.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Each year, the district council shall impose a tax against all assessable property in each district that has been improved by a project.

(2) Each year before the tax is imposed, the district council shall determine the number of cents per $100 necessary to raise the amount of money required under paragraph (3) of this subsection.

(3) The amount of tax imposed under this subsection, together with the benefit charges collected under § 21–212 of this subtitle, shall be sufficient to:

(i) meet the interest and principal payments due on the bonds, notes, or other evidence of indebtedness issued to finance the construction of projects under this subtitle;

(ii) pay the entire cost of repairing and maintaining the project in a district; and

(iii) pay all the expenses of the district necessary to carry out this subtitle, including reimbursing the district council for expenses incurred by members of the district council, not exceeding $200 annually for each member, for:

1. inspecting bulkheads; and

2. performing other duties required in the administration of this subtitle.

(4) The district council shall impose the tax required under this subsection until all the bonds, notes, or other evidence of indebtedness and their interest, in addition to other debt incurred in carrying out this subtitle, have been paid.

(5) After the requirements of paragraph (4) of this subsection have been satisfied, the district council shall impose a tax sufficient only to maintain the project.

(b) (1) The tax imposed under subsection (a) of this section shall:

(i) be imposed in the same manner as county taxes; and

(ii) have the same priority rights, bear the same interest and penalties, and in every respect be treated the same as county taxes.

(2) The taxing authority of the county shall:

(i) collect the taxes; and

(ii) remit the amount collected to the district council every 60 days.

(c) (1) The district council shall deposit money received under subsection (b) of this section in a bank in the county:

(i) to the credit of the district council for the district from which the money was collected; and

(ii) at the rate of interest paid for county funds.

(2) The district council shall pay out the taxes and benefit charges collected from a district in the following order:

(i) from the taxes and benefit charges:

1. the interest on the bonds, notes, or other evidence of indebtedness issued for the projects in the district; and

2. the bonds, notes, or other evidence of indebtedness when and as the bonds, notes, or other evidence of indebtedness mature; and

(ii) from the remaining taxes, all other debt incurred in carrying out this subtitle, including project maintenance.

(d) (1) If the receipts from the taxes and benefit charges imposed under this subtitle for any district do not meet the required payments in any year by reason of default or otherwise, the amount of the deficiency shall be added to the next year’s tax imposition for that district.

(2) Paragraph (1) of this subsection does not release a county from its obligation to impose ad valorem taxes on assessable property in the county at a rate and of an amount sufficient to pay the maturing principal of and interest on bonds.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 21-113 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 21 / Subtitle 1 / Section 21-113
§21–113.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in § 29–409 of this article, if, because of an error, a retiree or beneficiary receives a benefit that differs from the benefit the retiree or beneficiary is entitled to receive, the Board of Trustees shall:

(1) correct the error; and

(2) to the extent practicable, adjust the payment to the retiree or beneficiary to provide the actuarial equivalent to which the retiree or beneficiary is correctly entitled.

(b) (1) Notwithstanding § 21-502 of this title, the Board of Trustees may recover the amount of any improper payment.

(2) After due notice, if a person who receives an improper payment fails to repay the money owed, the Board of Trustees may:

(i) begin an action to recover the amount of the improper payment and the costs of bringing the action; or

(ii) adjust any future monthly payments of that person's allowance to recover the amount owed.

(3) Subject to the approval of the Board of Trustees, the Executive Director of the State Retirement Agency shall:

(i) determine any monthly adjustment under paragraph (2)(ii) of this subsection; and

(ii) notify the person of the total amount to be recovered, the monthly adjustment, and the period of recovery.