Md. Code, Education § 24-1203 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 24 / Subtitle 12 / Section 24-1203
§24–1203.
Status: in_force

(a) If the University establishes a police department under this subtitle, the University shall:

(1) Adopt standards, qualifications, and prerequisites for hiring and training University police officers that comply with the regulations of the Maryland Police Training and Standards Commission;

(2) Adopt standards for character, education, human relations, public relations, and experience for University police officers;

(3) Ensure constitutional and community–oriented policing through the adoption of policies, practices, and training that:

(i) Promote recruiting and hiring diverse candidates, using local hiring and residency initiatives;

(ii) Advance impartial and nondiscriminatory policing to promote disability and diversity awareness and prevent profiling and implicit bias against racial, ethnic, sexual, religious, and other minorities;

(iii) Promote appropriate interactions with individuals who:

1. Are under the age of 18;

2. Have behavioral health or other disabilities; or

3. Are in crisis;

(iv) Ensure appropriate use of force, including:

1. The use of alternatives to force;

2. The use of de–escalation techniques; and

3. For any officer who carries a firearm, the use of nonlethal or less–lethal weapons;

(v) Guarantee the adoption and use of appropriate and effective technology;

(vi) Ensure safe and humane treatment of individuals in custody;

(vii) Support the lawful exercise of rights of free expression, particularly in the context of a university community;

(viii) Build trust between victims of sexual assault and the police department and other University officials, consistent with University policy and federal and State law;

(ix) Promote community engagement, including:

1. Reporting community engagement plans each year to the Accountability Board established under § 24–1205 of this subtitle; and

2. Establishing a process to consider community or University requests for additional jurisdiction for the police department;

(x) Establish a process to:

1. Allow any person, including members of the police department, to file complaints against University police officers; and

2. Ensure timely investigation of all complaints regarding the police department and its employees;

(xi) Require training for University police officers regarding searches, including consensual searches; and

(xii) Require that a University police officer be certified by the Maryland Police Training and Standards Commission;

(4) Subject to subsection (b) of this section, within 5 years after the execution of a memorandum of understanding under § 24–1202 of this subtitle, maintain a police department in which at least 25% of the police department’s workforce are residents of Baltimore City;

(5) Require University police officers to wear and use body–worn cameras in accordance with:

(i) Procedures adopted by the University; and

(ii) The body–worn camera policy established by the Maryland Police Training and Standards Commission under § 3–511 of the Public Safety Article;

(6) Employ not more than 100 employees within the police department; and

(7) Seek accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators, or a similar organization.

(b) Subsection (a)(4) of this section may not be construed to require the University to hire an officer who:

(1) Does not meet the police officer certification requirements of the Maryland Police Training and Standards Commission specified under § 3–209 of the Public Safety Article; or

(2) Fails an assessment that evaluates an applicant based on the standards adopted under subsection (a)(2) of this section.

(c) If the University establishes a police department under this subtitle, the University shall host or participate in at least four job events in each calendar year, located in different sites in Baltimore City, representative of the Baltimore City community, at which individuals are interviewed for positions in the police department workforce.

(d) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, if the University establishes a police department under this subtitle, the police department may not acquire any military grade vehicle or military grade hardware, including:

(i) An armored or weaponized:

1. Aircraft;

2. Drone; or

3. Vehicle; or

(ii) A weapon designated as a Title II weapon under the National Firearms Act.

(2) If any of the items specified under paragraph (1) of this subsection are available for commercial sale in the State, the University, at its own expense, may purchase the items for the police department.

(3) The police department may not accept any of the items specified under paragraph (1) of this subsection from a program operated by the federal government for the transfer of surplus military equipment to a law enforcement agency.

(e) If the University establishes a police department under this subtitle, the police department shall acknowledge and respond to any recommendations of the University Police Accountability Board within 120 days after receiving the recommendations.
Md. Code, Education § 24-502 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 24 / Subtitle 5 / Section 24-502
§24–502.
Status: reserved

(a) The General Assembly makes the following declarations and findings:

(1) St. Mary’s City is the birthplace and first capital of Maryland and occupies a unique place in American history which deserves honor and respect. St. Mary’s City is the point of origin of many of the seminal and vital social, political, religious and humane precepts of our nation as later came to be reflected in the United States Constitution and Bill of Rights. St. Mary’s City should be protected and developed as a memorial to Maryland’s historical beginnings and her extraordinary contribution to the development of this nation.

(2) There is a great need to encourage the study and appreciation of the significance of St. Mary’s City to the history of Maryland and the nation. The General Assembly recognizes that the organizational structures and funding for St. Mary’s City have not been adequate to produce the knowledge of, or appreciation for, St. Mary’s City that it is due from the citizens of this State as well as of the nation, and finds and declares that a new course of action is needed.

(3) The Historic St. Mary’s City Commission needs the State to provide basic operational funding and organizational flexibility to successfully operate Historic St. Mary’s City along with an increased emphasis on soliciting other public and private funds to provide support for educational initiatives, research, study, and curation, as well as accelerated archaeological projects and capital improvements.

(4) Every Maryland school child should be knowledgeable as to the history of St. Mary’s City and its significance not only to this State but to the development of the nation. As resources become available, educational opportunities should be expanded to secondary and college age students as well as adults pursuing continuing educational opportunities.

(5) An affiliation between the Commission and St. Mary’s College of Maryland will allow the Commission to put to fuller and more effective use the assets that the State has acquired, preserved and developed at Historic St. Mary’s City over the last 30 years.

(6) The establishment of the Historic St. Mary’s City Commission as an independent unit and provision of basic operating funds by the State is in the public interest and will facilitate the management, operation, and development of this nationally important historic site.

(7) Historic St. Mary’s City will benefit from a creative affiliation and more formal collaboration with its geographic neighbor, St. Mary’s College of Maryland, itself designated in 1840 as a living monument to the legacy of Maryland’s first colonial capital.

(8) Both the Commission and the College are committed to preserving the site of Maryland’s first colonial capital and its archaeological treasures while continuing to assure that the general public and Maryland school children in particular have continued opportunities to visit and experience this important 17th century historical site.

(b) The General Assembly further states its legislative intent in the enactment of this subtitle to be as follows:

(1) To facilitate the efficient and effective operation of Historic St. Mary’s City and the State’s historical museum and archaeological park at Maryland’s first capital, as well as enhance the capacity and authority of the Commission to preserve, protect, and appropriately use the historic and archaeological assets of Historic St. Mary’s City;

(2) To equip the Historic St. Mary’s City Commission with the necessary and vital managerial discretion to pursue its purpose effectively, with the understanding that the Commission will contract, as it considers useful and appropriate both fiscally and managerially, with St. Mary’s College of Maryland, or other entities as may be practical and appropriate, for services such as procurement, personnel, and accounting, and otherwise collaborate formally and informally with St. Mary’s College of Maryland, on the use and exchange of expertise and resources, both managerial and educational, as both entities may determine is prudent and effective, in advancing the basic mission of each institution;

(3) To grant the Commission authority over its plans, projects, and operations, subject to any State and federal laws with respect to the protection of historic and archaeological sites of significance to the State, including its status as a State historic property and national historic landmark;

(4) To facilitate the support of Historic St. Mary’s City by other executive departments, including the Maryland Historical Trust in the Department of Housing and Community Development, the Museum Services Program located at Jefferson Patterson Park Museum, the Financial Assistance Programs and Office of Tourism in the Department of Commerce, and the Department of Education;

(5) To provide the Historic St. Mary’s City Commission with the organizational structure and funding mechanisms necessary to more effective functioning, and recognize the outdoor history museum and archaeological park located on the site of Maryland’s first capital, as an educational facility for students and visitors of all ages; and

(6) To endorse the Commission’s focus on developing the educational potential of Historic St. Mary’s City, including a closer affiliation with St. Mary’s College of Maryland, as the most effective way to assure that this unique site with its archaeological riches and importance to the history of Maryland and the nation is recognized and supported both privately and publicly as Maryland’s most important historic site, with a view to attaining national recognition for St. Mary’s City as a site of eminent national historical significance.
Md. Code, Transportation § 24-110 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 24 / Subtitle 1 / Section 24-110
§24–110.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Before registering any bus, truck, truck tractor, trailer, or semitrailer, the Administration may require any information and make any investigations or tests necessary to determine whether the vehicle may be operated safely on the highways in compliance with this subtitle.

(2) The Administration shall register the vehicle for a maximum permissible gross weight within the limitations set forth in this subtitle.

(b) (1) The registration card for each vehicle specified in subsection (a) of this section shall show the gross weight for which the vehicle is registered. If the registered vehicle is a motor vehicle to be used in combination with other vehicles, the registration card also shall show separately the total permissible gross weight of the combination of vehicles.

(2) The Administration may issue a special plate that shows the gross weight or weights for which a vehicle or combination of vehicles is registered. If issued, the plate shall be attached to and displayed at all times on the vehicle.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-2001 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 20 / Section 24-2001
§24–2001.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Unless otherwise provided in this title, from 2 a.m. to 6 a.m. on any day, an individual may not consume alcoholic beverages in a premises licensed under this title.

(2) An owner, an operator, or a manager of a premises licensed under this title may not knowingly allow consumption prohibited under paragraph (1) of this subsection.

(b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $50.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 24-203 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 24 / Subtitle 2 / Section 24-203
§24–203.
Status: in_force

The Secretary of State Police is a member of the State Police Retirement System as a condition of employment.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-2201 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 22 / Section 24-2201
§24–2201.
Status: in_force

For fiscal year 2024, and for each fiscal year thereafter, the Governor shall provide an appropriation in the State budget to fund the operations of the Mid Shore Health Improvement Coalition.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-1504 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 15 / Section 24-1504
§24–1504.
Status: in_force

(a) The Board may authorize a license holder to install an additional bar or serving counter within a reasonable distance of the main building of the premises served by the license held by the license holder.

(b) The Board shall determine what is a reasonable distance for an additional bar or serving counter.

(c) An additional license is not required for an additional bar or serving counter.
Md. Code, Land Use § 24-311 — MD Code / Article glu / Title 24 / Subtitle 3 / Section 24-311
§24–311.
Status: in_force

(a) Unless terminated under § 24–309 of this subtitle, an agreement may be enforced by the parties to the agreement or their successors in interest using all remedies available by law.

(b) No right to an administrative appeal arises from the negotiation or enforcement of an agreement.
Md. Code, Land Use § 24-201 — MD Code / Article glu / Title 24 / Subtitle 2 / Section 24-201
§24–201.
Status: in_force

(a) The Town of Kensington has concurrent jurisdiction to enforce the county zoning laws within its boundaries.

(b) A two–thirds majority vote of both the district council and the county planning board is required to take any action relating to zoning within the Town of Kensington that is contrary to a resolution of the Mayor and Town Council.

(c) A two–thirds majority vote of the county planning board is required to take any action relating to land use planning within the Town of Kensington that is contrary to a resolution of the Mayor and Town Council.
Md. Code, Education § 24-503 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 24 / Subtitle 5 / Section 24-503
§24–503.
Status: in_force

(a) The mission of the Historic St. Mary’s City Commission is to preserve and protect the archaeological and historical record of Maryland’s first colonial capital and to appropriately develop and use this historic and scenic site for the education, enjoyment, and general benefit of the public.

(b) The particular purposes of the St. Mary’s City Commission are to:

(1) Discover, conserve, improve, and perpetuate the archaeological, historic, natural, scenic, and cultural qualities of Historic St. Mary’s City;

(2) Identify, document, study, curate, interpret, and appropriately preserve the archaeological record of Historic St. Mary’s City with emphasis on the 17th century;

(3) Enhance, where feasible, the scenic quality, open spaces, and buildings that reflect and display the early colonial historic characteristics of the site;

(4) Employ the site of Maryland’s first colonial capital for education at every level, including its anthropology, archaeology, history, and natural science; and

(5) Encourage and motivate the citizens of Maryland and the nation, as well as businesses, charitable, cultural, and educational institutions to make a continuing commitment to archaeological and historic investigation and research at Historic St. Mary’s City and the development of the site as an educational center for students of all ages.
Md. Code, Transportation § 24-202 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 24 / Subtitle 2 / Section 24-202
§24–202.
Status: in_force

A person may not drive or move any vehicle or other object on or across any State highway or county road if the vehicle or object is constructed or equipped so that it might do unusual damage to the highway or road.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-2402 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 24 / Section 24-2402
§24–2402.
Status: in_force

§24–2402. NOT IN EFFECT

** TAKES EFFECT JULY 1, 2025 PER CHAPTERS 798 AND 799 OF 2024 **

(a) Subject to subsections (b) and (c) of this section, the Secretary, in collaboration with the Maryland Health Care Commission, shall:

(1) Develop a Maryland Report Card for Birthing Facility Maternity Care; and

(2) Collect the necessary information to complete an annual report card for each birthing facility in the State.

(b) The report card shall include the following information for each birthing facility, disaggregated by race and age in accordance with best practices for data suppression:

(1) The number and rate of vaginal deliveries performed;

(2) The number and rate of cesarean deliveries performed;

(3) The age–adjusted rate of complications and the total number of complications experienced by a patient receiving obstetric care for:

(i) A vaginal delivery at the birthing facility, including maternal hemorrhage, laceration, infection, or any other complication as required by the Secretary; or

(ii) A cesarean delivery at the birthing facility, including maternal hemorrhage, infection, operative complication, or any other complication as required by the Secretary; and

(4) Qualitative measures based on patient input regarding the patient’s receipt of respectful obstetric care.

(c) The report card score shall be balanced for the risks associated with the level of acuity care provided for obstetric patients served by the birthing facility.

(d) The Department shall include the most recent report card on the Department’s website.

(e) (1) At least once every 3 years, the Secretary shall:

(i) Review the criteria evaluated in the report card; and

(ii) Revise the complications or other factors to be included in the report card.

(2) The Secretary shall consider expert guidance when reviewing the criteria evaluated in the report card.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-106 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 1 / Section 24-106
§24–106.
Status: in_force

(a) On a form approved by the Secretary, each permit holder shall keep a record of the following information for each exotic bird received or disposed of by the permit holder or an agent of the permit holder:

(1) At the time of receipt:

(i) The exotic bird’s species;

(ii) The date of receipt and the number of exotic birds received; and

(iii) The name and address of the former owner; and

(2) At the time of transfer:

(i) The exotic bird’s species;

(ii) The date of transfer; and

(iii) The name and address of the new owner.

(b) Each permit holder shall keep for at least 1 year, at the facility for which the permit is issued, any record required under this section.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-302 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 3 / Section 24-302
§24–302.
Status: in_force

(a) A person may not knowingly manufacture, sell, rent, or offer for sale any toy that is designed to depict torture or to resemble any instrument that is designed specifically for torture.

(b) This section does not apply to:

(1) Any toy gun; or

(2) Any model of an aircraft, ship, motor vehicle, railroad engine, car, rocketship or other spacecraft, or any part of the model.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-901 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 9 / Section 24-901
§24–901.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Class A beer, wine, and liquor license.

(b) (1) The license authorizes the license holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor at retail at the place described in the license.

(2) The license holder shall sell the beer, wine, or liquor in a sealed container that may not be opened or its contents consumed on the licensed premises.

(c) A license may not be issued for a drugstore unless the applicant:

(1) has been doing business at the location applied for in the license for at least 1 year before the date of the application for the license;

(2) is the assignee of a business established for at least 1 year before the date of the application for the license at the location applied for; or

(3) has been engaged in the retail drug business for at least 3 years.

(d) The annual license fee is $1,750.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-603 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 6 / Section 24-603
§24–603.
Status: in_force

A Class C beer license may not be issued in the county.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-1305 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 13 / Section 24-1305
§24–1305.
Status: in_force

(a) The Board of Public Works shall make allocations from funds available under this subtitle in accordance with this subtitle.

(b) The Board shall certify the allocations to the proper State officers, and the Treasurer shall make payments to or on behalf of the applicant, when needed, for the approved project.

(c) The Board of Public Works may adopt regulations to implement this section.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 24-301 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 24 / Subtitle 3 / Section 24-301
§24–301.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as limited by court order or a law of the State other than this title, a receiver may:

(1) Collect, control, manage, conserve, and protect receivership property;

(2) Operate a business constituting receivership property, including preservation, use, sale, lease, license, exchange, collection, or disposition of the property in the ordinary course of business;

(3) In the ordinary course of business:

(i) Incur unsecured debt for the receiver’s preservation, use, sale, lease, license, exchange, collection, or disposition of the business or receivership property; or

(ii) Pay ordinary, reasonable, and necessary expenses for the receiver’s preservation, use, sale, lease, license, exchange, collection, or disposition of the business or receivership property;

(4) Employ and discharge agents, contractors, and employees that are necessary to manage, operate, preserve, improve, secure, and market the business or receivership property;

(5) Assert a right, claim, cause of action, privilege, or defense of the owner that relates to the business or receivership property, and, in the case of a receivership under § 24–103(a) of this title, the claim, cause of action, privilege, or defense shall not be barred by the doctrine of pari delicto;

(6) Seek and obtain instruction from the court regarding:

(i) Managing or disposing of the business or receivership property;

(ii) Exercising the powers of the receiver; or

(iii) Performing the duties of the receiver;

(7) After being issued a subpoena, with respect to the receivership property or any other matter that may affect administration of the receivership, compel a person to:

(i) Submit to examination under oath; or

(ii) Produce and allow inspection and copying of records or other tangible property;

(8) Engage a professional as provided in § 24–303 of this subtitle;

(9) Apply to a court of another state for appointment as ancillary receiver with respect to receivership property located in that state;

(10) In a receivership under § 24–103(a)(2) or (3) of this title, exercise any rights or powers provided for in § 15–101 of this article; or

(11) Exercise any other power conferred by court order, this title, or a law of the State other than this title.

(b) With court approval, a receiver may:

(1) Incur debt on an unsecured or secured basis for the use or benefit of the business or receivership property, other than in the ordinary course of business, and any secured debt shall be subject to existing liens;

(2) Pay obligations incurred before the receiver’s appointment if and to the extent that:

(i) The payment is determined to be reasonable and necessary for the preservation of the business or receivership property; and

(ii) The funds used under this item are not subject to any lien in favor of a creditor who has not consented to the payment, or whose interest is not adequately protected;

(3) Make improvements to receivership property;

(4) Use or transfer receivership property, other than in the ordinary course of business, under § 24–304 of this subtitle;

(5) Assume, reject, or assume and assign an executory contract of the owner under § 24–305 of this subtitle;

(6) Pay compensation to:

(i) The receiver under § 24–601 or § 24–602 of this title; or

(ii) Each professional engaged by the receiver under § 24–303 of this subtitle;

(7) Recommend allowance or disallowance of a claim of a creditor under § 24–302 of this subtitle;

(8) Abandon any property that is burdensome or not of material value to the receivership; and

(9) Make a distribution of receivership property under § 24–302 of this subtitle.

(c) A receiver shall:

(1) Prepare and retain appropriate business records, including a record of each receipt, disbursement, and disposition of the business or receivership property;

(2) Account for the business or receivership property, including the proceeds of a sale, a lease, a license, an exchange, a collection, or any other disposition of the receivership property;

(3) If the receivership includes real property, file in the land records of the county where the real property is located a copy of the order appointing the receiver, and if a legal description is not included in the order, include a legal description of the real property;

(4) Disclose to the court any fact arising during the receivership that would disqualify the receiver under § 24–203 of this title; and

(5) Perform any duty imposed by court order, this title, or a law of the State other than this title.

(d) The powers and duties of a receiver may be expanded, modified, or limited by court order.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-2005 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 20 / Section 24-2005
§24–2005.
Status: in_force

A license holder may sell alcoholic beverages from midnight to 4 a.m. on January 1.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-503 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 5 / Section 24-503
§24–503.
Status: in_force

(a) A holder of a wholesaler’s license may enter into an agreement with a holder of a per diem license issued under Subtitle 13 of this title to deliver beer on the effective date of the per diem license and accept returns on the same day.

(b) The agreement entered into under subsection (a) of this section shall include the type of equipment, services, personnel, and supplies required to dispense draft beer.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-1101 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 11 / Section 24-1101
§24–1101.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Proceeds” means the gross proceeds minus the costs associated with the sale, lease, or disposition of property and equipment, as determined by the Department of General Services.

(c) “Trust Fund” means the Community Services Trust Fund.
Md. Code, Education § 24-513 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 24 / Subtitle 5 / Section 24-513
§24–513.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Dwelling” means the dwelling house of one or more homeowners, and the curtilage where it is erected, which is used as the principal residence of that homeowner or homeowners.

(3) “Homeowner” means a person who, on July 1, 1976, actually resided in a dwelling in which that person had a legal interest, including any life estate, whether as sole owner, joint tenant, tenant in common, or tenant by the entirety.

(4) “Principal residence” means a dwelling actually occupied or expected to be actually occupied by the homeowner or the homeowners for more than 6 consecutive months of the present calendar year. Nonoccupancy of the dwelling because of illness or the need for special care of the homeowner is occupancy for the purposes of this section.

(b) (1) When the Commission or other State agency commences the acquisition by purchase, gift, or condemnation of the dwelling of a homeowner within the proposed boundaries established by the Commission, the Commission or other State agency shall offer in writing the homeowner or homeowners a life estate in that property. Acceptance of the life estate shall be taken into consideration when determining the value of the property. Upon acceptance, the recipient of the life estate will pay real estate property taxes, insurance, and ordinary maintenance costs. Requests for material alterations or additions to the property must be submitted in writing to the Historic St. Mary’s City Commission and a request must be approved or disapproved by the Commission within 45 days of the receipt of the request.

(2) In the case of a purchase, the Commission or other State agency shall make the offer:

(i) At the time of each offer for purchase; and

(ii) In a document separate and apart from all other documents at the time of ratification of the sales contract.

(3) In the case of a gift or condemnation, the Commission or other State agency shall make the offer at the time of transfer of any right, title or interest, present or future, in the property.

(c) The Commission or other State agency may offer at any time a life estate to any other homeowner or property owner within the proposed boundaries established by the Commission.

(d) The homeowner or property owner may accept the offer before the 30th calendar day following the time set forth in subsections (b) and (c) of this section.

(e) Until such time as the Commission certifies legitimate need for the residue, the holder of the life estate may continue to use it as it existed prior to the transfer of title and the creation of the life estate, on a lease arrangement.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-1005 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 10 / Section 24-1005
§24–1005.
Status: in_force

(a) The Board of Public Works shall make allocations from funds available under this subtitle in accordance with this subtitle.

(b) The Board shall certify the allocations to the proper State officers, and the Treasurer shall make payments to or on behalf of the applicant, when needed, for the approved project.

(c) The Board of Public Works may adopt regulations to implement this section.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-1705 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 17 / Section 24-1705
§24–1705.
Status: in_force

(a) In addition to the assistance provided under § 24–1704 of this subtitle, the Department may, subject to the availability of money in the Fund, assist in the repayment of an education loan owed by a physician or physician assistant who:

(1) Practices a medical specialty that has been identified by the Department as being in shortage in the geographic area of the State where the physician or physician assistant practices that specialty; and

(2) Commits to practicing in the area for a period of time determined by the Department.

(b) The Department shall prioritize funding for the repayment of education loans through the Program in the following order:

(1) Physicians and physician assistants that meet the requirements under § 24–1704(b) of this subtitle;

(2) Physicians and physician assistants practicing primary care in a geographic area where the Department has identified a shortage of primary care physicians or physician assistants; and

(3) Physicians and physician assistants practicing a medical specialty other than primary care in a geographic area where the Department has identified a shortage of that specialty.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-1002 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 10 / Section 24-1002
§24–1002.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Class B (country inn) beer, wine, and liquor license.

(b) The Board may issue the Class B (country inn) beer, wine, and liquor license for the use of a country inn that:

(1) is licensed by the county to operate as a country inn;

(2) excluding the resident management quarters, has not more than 15 rooms that the public for consideration may use for sleeping accommodations for a specified time; and

(3) has a kitchen facility for the guests that is separate from the kitchen facility for the resident management quarters.

(c) The license authorizes the license holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor for on–premises consumption to a guest if:

(1) the name and address of the guest appear on the registry that the country inn maintains; and

(2) the guest is an occupant of a sleeping room in the country inn.

(d) The license holder may sell beer, wine, and liquor during the hours and days as set out for a Class B beer, wine, and liquor license under § 24–2004 of this title.

(e) The license does not authorize the sale of beer, wine, and liquor to an individual who is registered as a guest at the country inn only to obtain beer, wine, and liquor.

(f) If the country inn ceases to be operated as a country inn, the license is void.

(g) The annual license fee is $550.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-907 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 9 / Section 24-907
§24–907.
Status: in_force

A Program shall collect and report at least annually the following data to the Department:

(1) The number of participants served by the Program;

(2) The number of new participants registered by the Program during the reporting period;

(3) Demographic profiles of participants served by the Program, including:

(i) Age;

(ii) Gender;

(iii) Race;

(iv) Zip code; and

(v) Types of drugs used;

(4) The number of hypodermic needles and syringes distributed and collected;

(5) Each location at which hypodermic needles and syringes were distributed; and

(6) The number of linkages provided to participants under § 24–903(a)(6) of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-1605 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 16 / Section 24-1605
§24–1605.
Status: in_force

(a) The Board of Public Works shall make allocations from funds available under this subtitle in accordance with this subtitle.

(b) The Board of Public Works shall certify the allocations to the proper State officers, and the State Treasurer shall make payments to or on behalf of the applicant, when needed, for the approved project.

(c) The Board of Public Works may adopt regulations to implement this section.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-1301 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 13 / Section 24-1301
§24–1301.
Status: in_force

(a) The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 12 (“Temporary Licenses”) of Division I of this article apply in the county without exception or variation:

(1) § 4–1202 (“Per diem licenses”);

(2) § 4–1206 (“License to dispose of stock”);

(3) § 4–1207 (“Temporary move of licensed premises”);

(4) § 4–1208 (“Hours and days of sale”); and

(5) § 4–1209 (“Wine permit for fund–raising event”).

(b) The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 12 (“Temporary Licenses”) of Division I of this article do not apply in the county:

(1) § 4–1203 (“Class C per diem beer and Class C per diem beer and wine licenses”), which is superseded by § 24–1307 of this subtitle;

(2) § 4–1204 (“Class C per diem beer, wine, and liquor license”), which is superseded by § 24–1307 of this subtitle; and

(3) § 4–1205 (“License fees”), which is superseded by § 24–1308 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-1302 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 13 / Section 24-1302
§24–1302.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Federally Qualified Health Centers Grant Program.

(b) On the recommendation of the Secretary, the Board of Public Works may make grants to counties, municipal corporations, and nonprofit organizations for:

(1) The conversion of public buildings or parts of public buildings to federally qualified health centers;

(2) The acquisition of existing buildings or parts of buildings for use as federally qualified health centers;

(3) The renovation of federally qualified health centers;

(4) The purchase of capital equipment for federally qualified health centers;

(5) The planning, design, and construction of federally qualified health centers; or

(6) The acquisition of land for the construction or use of a federally qualified health center.
Md. Code, Local Government § 24-106 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 24 / Subtitle 1 / Section 24-106
§24–106.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to subsection (b) of this section, the State shall provide financial support to the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments operating under this title to assist the Council in carrying out its activities on the basis of 50% of the per capita contributions of the Maryland members of the Council.

(b) The State contribution may not exceed an amount equal to the sum of $3,200 for each 50,000 residents in the Maryland counties and municipalities participating in the Council.

(c) The Governor shall include the funding required in this section in the annual State budget.
Md. Code, Education § 24-524 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 24 / Subtitle 5 / Section 24-524
§24–524.
Status: in_force

(a) The bonds of the Commission, their transfer, the interest payable on them, and any income derived from them, including any profit realized in their sale or exchange, are exempt at all times from every kind of taxation by this State or by any of its political subdivisions, municipal corporations, or public agencies.

(b) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, the bonds of the Commission may be, but are not required to be, issued in conformance with any applicable provisions of the Internal Revenue Code of the United States in order that the interest payable thereon shall be excludable from federal gross income.

(2) The Commission may not issue tax–exempt private activity bonds that require a volume cap allocation under provisions of the Internal Revenue Code.
Md. Code, Education § 24-1212 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 24 / Subtitle 12 / Section 24-1212
§24–1212.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) If the University establishes a police department under this subtitle, the Department of Legislative Services shall conduct a preliminary evaluation of the police department on or before December 15, 2027, in the same manner as a preliminary evaluation is conducted under the Maryland Program Evaluation Act.

(2) If the Legislative Policy Committee does not determine that a full evaluation is needed, the Department of Legislative Services shall prepare legislation to extend the termination date under subsection (c) of this section and the evaluation date under paragraph (1) of this subsection.

(b) If the Legislative Policy Committee determines a full evaluation is necessary, the Department of Legislative Services shall, in the same manner as is required under the Maryland Program Evaluation Act:

(1) Conduct a full evaluation in the same manner as a full evaluation; and

(2) Issue a full report to the General Assembly recommending that this subtitle should be reestablished, with or without changes, or allowed to terminate.

(c) Subject to the evaluation and reestablishment provisions of this section, this subtitle and all policies and standards adopted under this subtitle shall terminate and be of no further effect after July 1, 2029.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-401 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 4 / Section 24-401
§24–401.
Status: in_force

(a) The following sections of Title 2, Subtitle 2 (“Manufacturer’s Licenses”) of Division I of this article apply in the county without exception or variation:

(1) § 2–201 (“Issuance by Comptroller”);

(2) § 2–202 (“Class 1 distillery license”);

(3) § 2–203 (“Class 9 limited distillery license”);

(4) § 2–204 (“Class 2 rectifying license”);

(5) § 2–205 (“Class 3 winery license”);

(6) § 2–206 (“Class 4 limited winery license”);

(7) § 2–207 (“Class 5 brewery license”);

(8) § 2–210 (“Class 8 farm brewery license”);

(9) § 2–211 (“Residency requirement”);

(10) § 2–212 (“Additional licenses”);

(11) § 2–213 (“Additional fees”);

(12) § 2–214 (“Sale or delivery restricted”);

(13) § 2–215 (“Beer sale on credit to retail dealer prohibited”);

(14) § 2–216 (“Interaction between manufacturing entities and retailers”);

(15) § 2–217 (“Distribution of alcoholic beverages — Prohibited practices”); and

(16) § 2–218 (“Restrictive agreements between producers and retailers — Prohibited”).

(b) The following sections of Title 2, Subtitle 2 (“Manufacturer’s Licenses”) of Division I of this article apply in the county:

(1) § 2–208 (“Class 6 pub–brewery license”), subject to § 24–403 of this subtitle; and

(2) § 2–209 (“Class 7 micro–brewery license”), subject to § 24–404 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-502 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 5 / Section 24-502
§24–502.
Status: in_force

It is the intent of the General Assembly that the State protect the public and employees from involuntary exposure to environmental smoke in indoor areas open to the public, indoor places of employment, and certain designated private areas.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-1501 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 15 / Section 24-1501
§24–1501.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Care coordination services” means an active, ongoing process of assisting an individual to identify, access, and use community resources and coordinating services to meet the individual’s needs.

(c) “Fund” means the Maryland Prenatal and Infant Care Grant Program Fund established under § 24–1502(a) of this subtitle.

(d) “Hospital” has the meaning stated in § 19–301 of this article.

(e) “Provider of prenatal care” means a health care provider who is authorized to provide prenatal services under the Health Occupations Article.
Md. Code, Education § 24-1204 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 24 / Subtitle 12 / Section 24-1204
§24–1204.
Status: in_force

If the University establishes a police department under this subtitle, the University shall continue to make use of University security personnel or building guards in addition to the police department.
Md. Code, Land Use § 24-310 — MD Code / Article glu / Title 24 / Subtitle 3 / Section 24-310
§24–310.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) An agreement shall be recorded in the land records of Montgomery County.

(2) If an agreement is not recorded as required under paragraph (1) of this subsection within 20 days after its execution by all parties, the agreement is void.

(b) When an agreement is recorded under subsection (a) of this section, the parties to the agreement and their successors in interest are bound to the agreement.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-1901 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 19 / Section 24-1901
§24–1901.
Status: in_force

§24–1901. IN EFFECT

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

(b) “Education loan” means any loan that is obtained for tuition, educational expenses, or living expenses for State certification, undergraduate, or graduate study leading to practice as a nurse or nursing support staff.

(c) “Fund” means the Maryland Loan Assistance Repayment Program Fund for Nurses and Nursing Support Staff.

(d) “Nurse” includes:

(1) An advanced practice registered nurse, as defined in § 8–101(b) of the Health Occupations Article certified to practice as a nurse midwife or clinical nurse specialist;

(2) A licensed practical nurse, as defined in § 8–101(h) of the Health Occupations Article;

(3) A nurse anesthetist, as defined in § 8–101(k) of the Health Occupations Article;

(4) A registered nurse, as defined in § 8–101(p) of the Health Occupations Article; and

(5) A registered nurse practitioner, as defined in § 8–101(q) of the Health Occupations Article.

(e) “Nursing support staff” includes:

(1) A certified medication technician, as defined in § 8–6A–01(j) of the Health Occupations Article;

(2) A certified medicine aide, as defined in § 8–6A–01(k) of the Health Occupations Article;

(3) A certified nursing assistant, as defined in § 8–6A–01(l) of the Health Occupations Article; and

(4) A geriatric nursing assistant, as defined in § 8–6A–01(o) of the Health Occupations Article.

(f) “Program” means the Maryland Loan Assistance Repayment Program for Nurses and Nursing Support Staff.

§24–1901. ** TAKES EFFECT APRIL 1, 2026 PER CHAPTER 416 OF 2025 **

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

(b) “Education loan” means any loan that is obtained for tuition, educational expenses, or living expenses for State certification, undergraduate, or graduate study leading to practice as a nurse or nursing support staff.

(c) “Fund” means the Maryland Loan Assistance Repayment Program Fund for Nurses and Nursing Support Staff.

(d) “Nurse” includes:

(1) An advanced practice registered nurse, as defined in § 8–101(b) of the Health Occupations Article certified to practice as a nurse midwife or clinical nurse specialist;

(2) A licensed practical nurse, as defined in § 8–101(h) of the Health Occupations Article;

(3) A nurse anesthetist, as defined in § 8–101(k) of the Health Occupations Article;

(4) A registered nurse, as defined in § 8–101(p) of the Health Occupations Article; and

(5) A registered nurse practitioner, as defined in § 8–101(q) of the Health Occupations Article.

(e) “Nursing support staff” includes:

(1) A certified medication technician, as defined in § 8–6A–01 of the Health Occupations Article;

(2) A certified medicine aide, as defined in § 8–6A–01 of the Health Occupations Article; and

(3) A certified nursing assistant, as defined in § 8–6A–01 of the Health Occupations Article.

(f) “Program” means the Maryland Loan Assistance Repayment Program for Nurses and Nursing Support Staff.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-101 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 1 / Section 24-101
§24–101.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Distribute” includes:

(1) Offering for sale;

(2) Selling;

(3) Bartering; and

(4) Giving away.

(c) “Exotic bird” means a bird that is not native to this State.

(d) “Permit” means a permit issued by the Secretary to import, distribute, and breed exotic birds.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-1004 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 10 / Section 24-1004
§24–1004.
Status: in_force

(a) The allocation and use of State funds under this subtitle are subject to the following terms and conditions.

(b) If the local government and the Department certify to the Board of Public Works that a surplus public building appropriate for use as an assisted living facility does not exist in the area in which the facility is to be located, State funds may be used to:

(1) Acquire an existing building or part of a building for use as an assisted living facility; or

(2) Plan, design, and construct an assisted living facility.

(c) Any federal or other grant that is received for an eligible project shall be applied first to the cost of the project.

(d) Except as provided in subsections (e) and (f) of this section, a State grant may not exceed 50% of the cost of eligible work remaining unpaid after all federal and other grants have been applied.

(e) At the discretion of the Board of Public Works, a State grant may exceed 50% of the cost of eligible work remaining unpaid after all federal and other grants have been applied, if:

(1) The project involves the conversion of a public building or part of a building to an assisted living facility, the renovation of an assisted living facility, or the planning, design, and construction of an assisted living facility;

(2) The value of real property and improvements made available by the local government, or the value of the center to be renovated, equals or exceeds the amount of the State grant;

(3) State funds have not been used for the acquisition, construction, or maintenance of any real property and improvements made available by the local government or any building to be converted or renovated; and

(4) The State is not responsible for any bonded indebtedness in connection with any real property and improvements made available by the local government or any building to be converted or renovated.

(f) For a project designated as eligible for poverty area funding under federal regulations, State plans, or departmental regulations, a State grant may cover up to 75% of the cost of eligible work remaining unpaid after all federal and other grants have been applied.

(g) The amount of the State grant for any project shall be determined after consideration of:

(1) All eligible applications;

(2) The total of unallocated State funds available at the time the application is received; and

(3) The priorities of area need established by the Department.

(h) (1) No portion of the proceeds of a State grant may be used:

(i) To further sectarian religious instruction;

(ii) In connection with the design, acquisition, or construction of any building to be used as a place of sectarian religious worship or instruction; or

(iii) In connection with any program or department of divinity for any religious denomination.

(2) On the request of the Board of Public Works, the applicant shall submit evidence satisfactory to the Board that the proceeds of the grant are not being used for a purpose prohibited under this subsection.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-1409 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 14 / Section 24-1409
§24–1409.
Status: in_force

If a license is issued for less than the full renewal period, the fee shall be prorated based on the number of whole months remaining in that renewal period.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-702 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 7 / Section 24-702
§24–702.
Status: in_force

Upon the recommendation of the Secretary, the Board of Public Works may make grants to counties, municipal corporations, and nonprofit organizations for:

(1) The conversion of public buildings or parts of buildings to adult day care centers;

(2) The acquisition of existing buildings or parts of buildings for use as adult day care centers;

(3) The renovation of adult day care centers;

(4) The purchase of capital equipment for adult day care centers; or

(5) The planning, design, and construction of adult day care centers.
Md. Code, Education § 24-703 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 24 / Subtitle 7 / Section 24-703
§24–703.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Maryland Longitudinal Data System Center.

(b) The Center is an independent unit within State government.

(c) The organizational placement and location of the Center shall be determined by the Governing Board.

(d) (1) The head of the Center is the Executive Director, who shall be appointed by the Governing Board.

(2) The Center may employ the additional staff necessary to carry out the Center’s functions as provided in the State budget.

(e) The Center shall be considered an authorized representative of the State Department of Education and the Maryland Higher Education Commission under applicable federal and State statutes for purposes of accessing and compiling student record data for research purposes.

(f) The Center shall perform the following functions and duties:

(1) Serve as a central repository of student data and workforce data in the Maryland Longitudinal Data System, including data sets provided by:

(i) The State Department of Education;

(ii) Local education agencies;

(iii) The Maryland Higher Education Commission;

(iv) Institutions of higher education;

(v) The Maryland Department of Labor;

(vi) The Department of Juvenile Services; and

(vii) The Social Services Administration within the Department of Human Services;

(2) Oversee and maintain the warehouse of the Maryland Longitudinal Data System data sets;

(3) Ensure routine and ongoing compliance with the federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act and other relevant privacy laws and policies, including:

(i) The required use of de–identified data in data research and reporting;

(ii) The required disposition of information that is no longer needed;

(iii) Providing data security, including the capacity for audit trails;

(iv) Providing for performance of regular audits for compliance with data privacy and security standards; and

(v) Implementing guidelines and policies that prevent the reporting of other potentially identifying data;

(4) Conduct research using timely and accurate student data and workforce data to improve the State’s education system and guide decision making by State and local governments, educational agencies, institutions, teachers, and other education professionals;

(5) Conduct research relating to:

(i) The impact of State and federal education programs;

(ii) The performance of educator preparation programs;

(iii) Best practices regarding classroom instruction, education programs and curriculum, and segment alignment; and

(iv) The impact child welfare programs have on the educational and economic outcomes of students;

(6) At the direction of the Accountability and Implementation Board established in Title 5, Subtitle 4 of this article provide:

(i) A researcher designated by the Board access to the data in the Maryland Longitudinal Data System in accordance with the procedures for staff authorization and data access established by the Maryland Longitudinal Data System governing board;

(ii) Aggregate data tables; or

(iii) Research or evaluation;

(7) Analyze social determinants from the following State agencies and appropriate local agencies that impact the education performance of students and indicate the need for wraparound services of students:

(i) The Maryland Department of Health;

(ii) The Department of Juvenile Services; and

(iii) The Department of Human Services;

(8) To the extent practicable, conduct longitudinal studies of the items under this section to evaluate the impact of the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future on the State;

(9) Fulfill information and data requests to facilitate State and federal education reporting with existing State agencies as appropriate; and

(10) Fulfill approved public information requests.

(g) The Center shall submit a report to the Accountability and Implementation Board on the information determined under subsection (f)(7) and (8) of this section.

(h) (1) Direct access to data in the Maryland Longitudinal Data System shall be restricted to authorized staff of the Center.

(2) The Center may only use de–identified data in the analysis, research, and reporting conducted by the Center.

(3) The Center may only use aggregate data in the release of data in reports and in response to data requests.

(4) Data that may be identifiable based on the size or uniqueness of the population under consideration may not be reported in any form by the Center.

(5) The Center may not release or sell information that may not be disclosed under the federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act and other relevant privacy laws and policies.

(i) The Center may receive funding from the following sources:

(1) State appropriations;

(2) Grants or other assistance from local education agencies and institutions of higher education;

(3) Federal grants; and

(4) Any other grants or contributions from public or private entities received by the Center.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-1308 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 13 / Section 24-1308
§24–1308.
Status: in_force

The license fees are:

(1) $5 per day for a Class C per diem beer license;

(2) $15 per day for a Class C per diem beer and wine license; and

(3) $25 per day for a Class C per diem beer, wine, and liquor license.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-1801 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 18 / Section 24-1801
§24–1801.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “Fund” means the Maryland AIDS Drug Assistance Program Fund.

(b) There is a Maryland AIDS Drug Assistance Program Fund.

(c) The purpose of the Fund is to support the administration, operation, and activities of the Maryland AIDS Drug Assistance Program.

(d) The Department shall administer the Fund.

(e) (1) The Fund is a special, nonlapsing fund that 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.

(f) The Fund consists of:

(1) Except as provided in subsection (j) of this section, rebates received by the Department from the Maryland AIDS Drug Assistance Program;

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

(3) Interest earnings of the Fund; and

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

(g) The Fund may be used only to fund:

(1) The Maryland AIDS Drug Assistance Program;

(2) The Maryland AIDS Drug Assistance Program Plus (MADAP–Plus); and

(3) Any other services to eligible individuals as authorized under Part B of the federal Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program.

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

(2) Any interest earnings of the Fund shall be credited to the Fund.

(i) (1) Expenditures from the Fund may be made only in accordance with the State budget.

(2) The Fund shall have its own program code within the State budget.

(j) Notwithstanding subsection (f) of this section, the Department shall:

(1) Deposit any rebates from a source other than a federal source received by the Department from the Maryland AIDS Drug Assistance Program into an account within the Fund; and

(2) Use the funds in the account under item (1) of this subsection only to fund State–identified priorities for HIV prevention, surveillance, and care services.

(k) The Secretary shall adopt regulations establishing income and other eligibility criteria for the receipt of HIV prevention and care services funded under subsection (j) of this section.
Md. Code, Education § 24-525 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 24 / Subtitle 5 / Section 24-525
§24–525.
Status: in_force

(a) This subtitle shall be liberally construed to effect its purposes.

(b) This subtitle may be cited as the “Historic St. Mary’s City Commission Act”.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 24-305 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 24 / Subtitle 3 / Section 24-305
§24–305.
Status: in_force

(a) A member may purchase service credit as provided in subsection (b) of this section:

(1) for a period of employment when the member was on an employer-approved leave of absence not exceeding 2 years that has qualified for purchase under regulations adopted by the Board of Trustees; or

(2) when membership was mandatory but for which member contributions were not made.

(b) (1) A member who purchases service credit under this section shall:

(i) complete a claim for the service credit and file it with the Board of Trustees on the form that the Board of Trustees provides; and

(ii) pay to the Board of Trustees in a single payment the member contributions the member would have made for the period of employment for which service credit is being purchased plus regular interest to the date of payment.

(2) A member may pay for service credit purchased under this section at any time before retirement.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-2007 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 20 / Section 24-2007
§24–2007.
Status: in_force

An individual who violates § 24–2005 or § 24–2006 of this subtitle is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $500 or imprisonment not exceeding 90 days or both.
Md. Code, Transportation § 24-207 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 24 / Subtitle 2 / Section 24-207
§24–207.
Status: in_force

(a) Unless the person has a written permit from the State Highway Administration, a person, whether the owner of the vehicle, the person having charge and control over the vehicle, or an employee or agent of either, may not use any State highway to test any truck, whether for durability, speed, fuel consumption, or otherwise.

(b) The State Highway Administration may issue a permit if, in its judgment:

(1) The highway over which the test will be conducted will not be unduly damaged; and

(2) The safety of the traveling public will not be materially adversely affected by the test.

(c) The State Highway Administration:

(1) Shall designate in the permit the route on which and the day and hour during which the tests may be conducted; and

(2) May impose additional regulations and limitations to promote the safety of the traveling public and prevent undue damage to the highway under its jurisdiction.

(d) For each vehicle to be tested, the permit fee is $25.

(e) A permit is not required for the testing of trucks serviced or repaired by a garage licensed under Title 17, Subtitle 8 of the Business Regulation Article if:

(1) All laws of this article are observed by a garage owner in regard to size, weight, and speed restrictions of the particular type of truck tested; and

(2) All local motor vehicle traffic, speed, and safety ordinances are complied with.
Md. Code, Public Utilities § 24-106 — MD Code / Article gpu / Title 24 / Subtitle 1 / Section 24-106
§24–106.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Subject to § 12–305 of the Business Occupations and Professions Article, only the Commission may issue licenses to persons to work in the plumbing business in areas of Montgomery County or Prince George’s County under the jurisdiction of the Commission.

(2) License fees may not exceed the fees set in the Maryland Plumbing Act.

(3) The Commission shall exercise the authority of the State Board of Plumbing in areas under the jurisdiction of the Commission.

(b) (1) A person holding a valid master plumber/gasfitter license or a journeyman plumber/gasfitter license issued by the Commission is entitled to an equivalent license issued by the State Board of Plumbing without examination on presentation of:

(i) the license issued by the Commission; and

(ii) a notarized statement of good standing issued by the Commission.

(2) A person holding a valid master plumber/gasfitter license or a journeyman plumber/gasfitter license issued by the State Board of Plumbing is entitled to an equivalent license issued by the Commission without examination on presentation of the license issued by the State Board of Plumbing.

(c) A license issued to a master plumber/gasfitter or a journeyman plumber/gasfitter in good standing under a reciprocity arrangement by the State Board of Plumbing and the Commission before July 1, 1978, remains in force.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-510 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 5 / Section 24-510
§24–510.
Status: in_force

This subtitle may be cited as the Clean Indoor Air Act.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-2002 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 20 / Section 24-2002
§24–2002.
Status: reserved

(a) A holder of a Class A beer license may sell beer from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day.

(b) A holder of a Class B beer license may sell beer from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day.

(c) Reserved.

(d) A holder of a Class D beer license may sell beer from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-208 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 2 / Section 24-208
§24–208.
Status: in_force

(a) To assure the cost-free operation of toilets in any public or private building required by any State, county, or municipal law, rule, or regulation to have public toilets, and to end any discriminatory effect based on sex related to the use of coin-operated pay toilets, in any public or private building required by State, county, or municipal law, rule, or regulation to have public toilets, a fee or charge may not be imposed for the use of any toilet required by law, rule, or regulation to be installed in any public or private building. However, any number of toilets greater than the number required by law, rule, or regulation may be coin-operated.

(b) A person who violates any provision of this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $50.
Md. Code, Education § 24-1302 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 24 / Subtitle 13 / Section 24-1302
§24–1302.
Status: in_force

§24–1302. IN EFFECT

// EFFECTIVE UNTIL JUNE 30, 2028 PER CHAPTER 677 OF 2021 //

(a) (1) There is an Inmate Training and Job Pilot Program at:

(i) Bowie State University;

(ii) Coppin State University;

(iii) Morgan State University; and

(iv) The University of Maryland Eastern Shore.

(2) The Commission may establish a Pilot Program at an institution of postsecondary education not listed under paragraph (1) of this subsection through a memorandum of understanding.

(b) The purpose of each Pilot Program is to provide educational and vocational training opportunities for an incarcerated individual in the 12 months preceding the incarcerated individual’s date of release.

(c) The Pilot Program shall be administered jointly by the Commission and the governing entity of each institution of postsecondary education, with the cooperation of the Division.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-1101 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 11 / Section 24-1101
§24–1101.
Status: in_force

(a) The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 11 (“Additional License Privileges”) of Division I of this article apply in the county without exception or variation:

(1) § 4–1102 (“Corkage — Consuming wine not purchased from license holder on licensed premises”); and

(2) § 4–1103 (“Removal of partially consumed bottle of wine from licensed premises”).

(b) Section 4–1105 (“Refillable container permit — Wine”) of Division I of this article does not apply in the county.

(c) Section 4–1104 (“Refillable container permit –– Draft beer”) of Division I of this article applies in the county, subject to § 24–1102 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 24-304 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 24 / Subtitle 3 / Section 24-304
§24–304.
Status: reserved

(a) A receiver may use receivership property other than in the ordinary course of business if:

(1) The receiver files a motion with the court to use receivership property other than in the course of ordinary business; and

(2) The court grants the motion.

(b) (1) A receiver may transfer receivership property other than in the ordinary course of business by sale, lease, license, exchange, or other disposition of the receivership property if:

(i) The receiver files a motion with the court to transfer receivership property other than in the ordinary course of business; and

(ii) The court grants the motion.

(2) Subject to subsections (c) and (d) of this section, unless the agreement of sale provides otherwise, the court may order a sale under this section to be free and clear of a lien or other interest, including:

(i) The lien of a person that obtained appointment of the receiver;

(ii) Any subordinate lien;

(iii) Any right of redemption; or

(iv) Any other legal or equitable interest.

(3) A transfer under this subsection may occur by means other than a public auction sale.

(c) (1) This subsection applies to a receivership under § 24–103(a)(1) of this title.

(2) A receiver may transfer receivership property under subsection (b) of this section free and clear of any lien of the person that obtained the appointment of the receiver and any senior lien only if in each case the receiver obtains the consent of the holder of the lien.

(3) A transfer under this subsection shall be subject to:

(i) If the receiver does not obtain the consent of the holder of the lien, any senior lien;

(ii) Any residential lease; and

(iii) Notwithstanding § 7–105.6(c) of the Real Property Article, any nonresidential lease that would not be terminated by a foreclosure sale of the lien of the person that obtained the appointment of the receiver.

(d) (1) This subsection applies to a receivership under § 24–103(a)(2) or (3) of this title.

(2) A receiver may transfer receivership property under subsection (b) of this section free and clear of any lien only if:

(i) The receiver obtains the consent of:

1. The holder of any lien of the person that obtained the appointment of the receiver; and

2. The consent of any senior lienholder; or

(ii) The price at which the receivership property is to be sold is greater than the amount secured by any lien held by the person that obtained the appointment of the receiver, plus the amount of any senior lien.

(3) A transfer of receivership property may be free and clear of a nonresidential lease if the tenant of the nonresidential lease has the rights provided to the tenant under § 24–305(g)(2) of this title.

(e) (1) This subsection applies to the sale or exchange of receivership property under subsection (b) of this section.

(2) Before filing a motion to sell or exchange receivership property, the receiver shall perform or obtain a complete search of the public records to determine the holders of liens and other interests in the receivership property.

(3) If the requested sale or exchange is for real property, the search shall:

(i) Cover a time period of at least 40 years immediately before the motion is filed; and

(ii) Be in accordance with generally accepted standards of title examination.

(4) The motion shall include an affidavit by the person making the search identifying the holders of liens and other interests.

(5) The receiver shall update the master service list based on the search to include any person not previously included.

(6) (i) If the receiver receives actual notice at any time before the sale that there is a person holding a lien or other interest in the property who is not included on the master service list and whose identity and address are reasonably ascertainable, the receiver shall give notice of the time, place, and terms of sale to the person as promptly as reasonably practicable.

(ii) The notice may be given in any manner reasonably calculated to inform the person of the sale, including by telephone or electronic transmission.

(f) A lien or other interest in receivership property that is extinguished by a transfer under subsection (b) of this section attaches to the proceeds of the transfer with the same validity, perfection, and priority as the lien or other interest in the property immediately before the transfer, even if the proceeds are not sufficient to satisfy all obligations secured by the lien or other interest.

(g) A creditor holding a valid lien on the receivership property to be transferred may purchase the receivership property and offset against the purchase price all or part of the allowed amount secured by the lien if:

(1) The creditor tenders funds sufficient to satisfy in full the reasonable expenses of the transfer; and

(2) The obligation is secured by a senior lien that is extinguished by the transfer.

(h) (1) (i) Subject to subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, this subsection applies to a reversal or modification of an order approving a transfer under subsection (b) of this section.

(ii) This subsection does not apply if the court stayed the order before the transfer.

(2) Regardless of whether a person knew before the transfer of the request for reversal or modification, a reversal or modification of an order approving a transfer does not:

(i) Affect the validity of the transfer to a person that acquired the receivership property in good faith; or

(ii) Revive against the person any lien or other interest extinguished by the transfer.
Md. Code, Transportation § 24-106.3 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 24 / Subtitle 1 / Section 24-106.3
§24–106.
Status: in_force

§24–106.3.

The owner of the vehicle, if present in the vehicle, or, in his absence, the driver of the vehicle is presumed to be responsible for any violation of §§ 24-106 through 24-106.2 of this subtitle, if:

(1) The violation is caused by an occupant of the vehicle;

(2) The vehicle has two or more occupants; and

(3) It cannot be determined which occupant is the violator.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-701 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 7 / Section 24-701
§24–701.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Adult day care center” means a nonresidential center that:

(1) Serves the elderly, medically handicapped adults, or victims of Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders;

(2) Meets the definition in § 14-201(b) or § 14-301(b) of this article; and

(3) Is licensed by the Department.

(c) “Facility” means an adult day care center that is wholly owned by and operated under the authority of:

(1) A county or a municipal corporation; or

(2) A nonprofit organization.

(d) “Nonprofit organization” means:

(1) A bona fide religious organization, no part of the earnings of which inures to the benefit of any individual or is used for any purpose other than the maintenance and operation of the facility, the purchase of equipment to be used in the facility, or the expansion of the facility; or

(2) An organization:

(i) That is chartered as a nonprofit corporation and classified by the Internal Revenue Service as nonprofit; and

(ii) No part of the earnings of which inures to the benefit of any individual or is used for any purpose other than the maintenance and operation of the facility, the purchase of equipment to be used in the facility, or the expansion of the facility.

(e) “Wholly owned” includes leased, if:

(1) (i) The lease is for a minimum term of 30 years following project completion; or

(ii) The lease agreement extends the right of purchase to the lessee; and

(2) The lessor consents to the recording, in the land records of the county or Baltimore City in which the facility is located, of a notice of the State’s right of recovery, as provided under § 24-706 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-1903 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 19 / Section 24-1903
§24–1903.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The license holder or an individual designated by the license holder who is employed in a supervisory capacity shall:

(i) be certified by an approved alcohol awareness program; and

(ii) except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, be present on the licensed premises during the hours in which alcoholic beverages may be sold.

(2) The license holder or individual specified in paragraph (1) of this subsection may be absent from the licensed premises for a personal or business reason or an emergency if the absence lasts for not more than 2 hours.

(3) The Board shall require the license holder to keep a log book on the licensed premises that documents each temporary absence, the length of time of the absence, and the reason for the absence, in the form that the Board requires.

(b) A license holder who violates this section is subject to:

(1) for a first offense, a $100 fine; and

(2) for each subsequent offense, a fine not exceeding $500 or a suspension or revocation of the license or both.
Md. Code, Transportation § 24-101 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 24 / Subtitle 1 / Section 24-101
§24–101.
Status: in_force

(a) The provisions of this subtitle governing size, weight, and load do not apply to:

(1) Emergency vehicles;

(2) Farm equipment temporarily moved on a highway;

(3) Vehicles owned by or under contract with the State or a political subdivision of the State when engaged in emergency operations or in snow or ice removal consistent with federal law; or

(4) Any other vehicle driven under the terms and conditions of a permit issued under this subtitle.

(b) A person may not drive on any publicly maintained highway any vehicle or combination of vehicles with a gross weight that exceeds:

(1) The maximum registered weight limit for which the vehicle or combination is registered under § 24–110 of this subtitle; or

(2) Any other weight limit established under the Maryland Vehicle Law.

(c) A person may not permit to be driven on any publicly maintained highway any vehicle or combination of vehicles with a gross weight that exceeds:

(1) The maximum registered weight limit for which the vehicle or combination is registered under § 24–110 of this subtitle; or

(2) Any other weight limit established under the Maryland Vehicle Law.

(d) A violation of the maximum weight provisions of this subtitle is not a moving violation for purposes of Title 16, Subtitle 4 of this article.
Md. Code, Education § 24-1213 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 24 / Subtitle 12 / Section 24-1213
§24–1213.
Status: in_force

(a) The University shall be solely responsible for the pension, retirement, and any other benefits afforded to the employees of the police department.

(b) The employees of the police department are not entitled to State pension, State retirement, or any other benefits afforded to State personnel arising out of their employment with the police department.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-206 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 2 / Section 24-206
§24–206.
Status: in_force

The Board may adopt regulations to carry out this article.
Md. Code, Education § 24-510 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 24 / Subtitle 5 / Section 24-510
§24–510.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The Commission shall appoint an executive director and such additional professional, administrative, and clerical personnel as it considers necessary to carry out the purposes of this subtitle.

(2) The Commission shall employ or contract with such other consultants, accountants, engineers, architects, or financial advisors as it deems prudent to the carrying out of the purposes of this subtitle.

(3) The Commission may delegate to the executive director any or all of its power to appoint and remove staff.

(b) The executive director shall:

(1) Act as the chief executive officer for the Commission with full authority to direct the activities and supervise the employees of Historic St. Mary’s City, in accordance with the policies, plans, and projects approved by the Commission;

(2) Represent the Commission with the Governor, the General Assembly, the Historic St. Mary’s Foundation, and all other State, local and federal governmental agencies and generally act as the chief spokesperson for all purposes, including solicitation of public and private funds for the advancement of Historic St. Mary’s City;

(3) Act as secretary to the Commission and prepare or have prepared minutes of each action taken by the Commission and the executive committee; and

(4) Perform any other duty that the Commission requires for carrying out the provisions of this subtitle.

(c) Notwithstanding any other provision of law to the contrary, employees of the Commission, including the executive director, may accept, subject to the approval of the Commission, faculty status at St. Mary’s College of Maryland, including remunerated teaching or other professional responsibilities.

(d) (1) As the Commission considers appropriate, the Commission may request other units of State government to detail staff to the Commission.

(2) The Attorney General shall provide legal counsel and services to the Commission.

(3) Other units of State government may detail staff or technical assistance to the Commission on request of the Commission.

(e) (1) An employee of the Commission:

(i) Is subject to the rules and procedures of the personnel system established under § 14-408 of this article; and

(ii) Is entitled to participate in the health benefit plans, including medical, prescription, dental, mental health, substance abuse, and vision plans, term life and personal accident and dismemberment insurance plans, flexible spending accounts, and any other benefits established under § 14-408 of this article.

(2) (i) An employee of the Commission is entitled to participate in the employee pension plans authorized by and in accordance with § 14-408(c) of this article.

(ii) The Commission’s obligation for retirement costs for Commission employees shall be computed, charged, and paid in accordance with § 21-308(b)(1) and (c)(1) of the State Personnel and Pensions Article.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-2002 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 20 / Section 24-2002
§24–2002.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Baltimore City Behavioral Health Crisis Incident Review Team in Baltimore City.

(b) The membership of the review team shall be established by the Mayor to reflect a variety of organizations, agencies, and areas of expertise and shall include:

(1) The Mayor, or the Mayor’s designee;

(2) The Police Commissioner of Baltimore City, or the Commissioner’s designee;

(3) The Baltimore City Commissioner of Health, or the Commissioner’s designee; and

(4) The President of the local behavioral health authority for Baltimore City, or the President’s designee.

(c) The Mayor shall designate a chair or cochairs from among the members of the review team.

(d) The review team may establish subcommittees to carry out the work of the review team.

(e) The Mayor shall establish requirements and procedures applicable to the review team, including:

(1) Requirements for meetings of the review team and any subcommittees established by the review team;

(2) Confidentiality requirements; and

(3) Procedures related to the collection, utilization, sharing, and disclosure of information collected by the review team.
Md. Code, Insurance § 24-307 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 24 / Subtitle 3 / Section 24-307
§24–307.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) There is a Board for the Chesapeake Employers’ Insurance Company.

(2) The Board shall manage the business and affairs of the Company as a private, nonprofit corporation in accordance with State law.

(b) (1) The Board shall consist of nine members, of which:

(i) two members shall be appointed by the Governor; and

(ii) subject to paragraph (3) of this subsection, seven members shall be appointed by the policyholders of the Company under procedures provided in the bylaws of the Board.

(2) To the extent practicable, the Board shall reflect the geographic and demographic, including race and gender, diversity of the State.

(3) Of the seven members appointed by the policyholders:

(i) two members shall have substantial experience as officers or employees of an insurer, but may not be employed by an insurer that is in direct competition with the Company while serving on the Board;

(ii) one member shall be a policyholder of the Company;

(iii) one member shall have significant experience in the investment business;

(iv) one member shall have significant experience in the accounting or auditing field; and

(v) one member shall have significant experience as a representative, employee, or member of a labor union.

(c) Each member shall be a resident of the State.

(d) (1) The term of a member is 5 years.

(2) The terms of members are staggered as required by the terms provided for members of the Board for the Fund on October 1, 2015.

(3) At the end of a term, a member continues to serve until a successor is appointed and qualifies.

(4) A member who is appointed after a term has begun serves only for the rest of the term and until a successor is appointed and qualifies.

(5) A member may not serve for more than:

(i) two full terms; or

(ii) a total of 10 years.

(e) (1) The Governor may remove a member appointed by the Governor for incompetence or misconduct.

(2) (i) The policyholders may remove a member appointed by the policyholders at any time, with or without cause, by the affirmative vote of a majority of all of the votes entitled to be cast generally in the election of directors.

(ii) The Commissioner may remove a member appointed by the policyholders for incompetence, misconduct, or malfeasance after notice and opportunity for a hearing under §§ 2–210 through 2–214 of this article.

(f) The Board shall adopt rules, bylaws, and procedures.
Md. Code, Insurance § 24-203 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 24 / Subtitle 2 / Section 24-203
§24–203.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) There is a Medical Mutual Liability Insurance Society of Maryland.

(2) The Society is a nonstock corporation.

(b) Except as otherwise provided in this subtitle, the Society has the powers, privileges, and immunities granted by and is subject to the provisions imposed on mutual insurers by this article and by the applicable provisions of the Corporations and Associations Article.

(c) The Society is a member of the Joint Insurance Association and the Property and Casualty Insurance Guaranty Corporation.

(d) (1) The Society is not and may not be deemed a department, unit, agency, or instrumentality of the State for any purpose.

(2) All debts, claims, obligations, and liabilities of the Society, whenever incurred, shall be the debts, claims, obligations, and liabilities of the Society only and not of the State or the State’s agencies, instrumentalities, officers, or employees.

(e) (1) The money of the Society is not part of the General Fund of the State.

(2) The State may not budget for or provide General Fund appropriations to the Society.

(3) The debts, claims, obligations, and liabilities of the Society are not a debt of the State or a pledge of the credit of the State.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-804 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 8 / Section 24-804
§24–804.
Status: in_force

(a) The Mayor of Baltimore City shall appoint an oversight committee for the Program.

(b) The oversight committee shall consist of:

(1) One representative from academia who specializes in public health issues;

(2) One representative from law enforcement;

(3) One representative from the Maryland Department of Health;

(4) One representative of a Baltimore City community group;

(5) One representative of an HIV advocacy group;

(6) One addiction treatment counselor;

(7) One recovering injecting drug user; and

(8) Up to three other individuals whom the Baltimore City Health Department determines to be appropriate for appointment to the oversight committee.

(c) The oversight committee shall:

(1) Provide advice to the Commissioner of Health and the Program Director on developing and revising as necessary:

(i) Program operating procedures for the distribution and exchange of hypodermic needles and syringes to injecting drug users;

(ii) A plan for community outreach and education;

(iii) A protocol for providing referrals for Program participants to addiction treatment and rehabilitation; and

(iv) A plan for evaluating the Program; and

(2) Provide ongoing oversight of the Program and make recommendations to the Program Director or the Commissioner of Health regarding any aspect of Program procedures, operation, or evaluation.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-1702 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 17 / Section 24-1702
§24–1702.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) There is a Maryland Loan Assistance Repayment Program Fund in the State.

(2) The Fund is a continuing, nonlapsing fund that is not subject to § 7–302 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.

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

(4) The Fund shall be invested and reinvested in the same manner as other State funds.

(5) Any investment earnings of the Fund shall be paid into the Fund.

(b) The Fund consists of:

(1) Revenue generated through a permanent funding structure recommended to the General Assembly by a stakeholder workgroup convened by the Department; and

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

(c) Expenditures from the Fund shall be made by an appropriation in the annual State budget or by an approved budget amendment as provided under § 7–209 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.

(d) The money in the Fund shall be used by the Department to administer the Program.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-1103 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 11 / Section 24-1103
§24–1103.
Status: in_force

(a) The Trust Fund is a continuing, nonlapsing fund that is not subject to § 7-302 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.

(b) (1) The Treasurer shall hold the Trust Fund and the Comptroller shall account for the Trust Fund.

(2) (i) The Trust Fund shall be invested and reinvested in the same manner as other State funds.

(ii) Any investment earnings of the Trust Fund shall be paid into the Trust Fund.

(3) The Treasurer shall deposit funds into the two accounts of the Trust Fund in accordance with § 24-1104 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-2301 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 23 / Section 24-2301
§24–2301.
Status: in_force

In this subtitle, “Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Form 7023” means the form required to be submitted to the federal Department of Agriculture under 7 U.S.C. § 2143 and 9 C.F.R. § 2.36.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-906 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 9 / Section 24-906
§24–906.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Each Program participant shall be issued a unique identification card with a unique identification number.

(2) The unique identification number may not be cross–indexed to any personal identifying data on the participant.

(b) Any information obtained by a Program that identifies Program participants, including Program records, is:

(1) Confidential;

(2) Not open to public inspection or disclosure; and

(3) Not discoverable in any criminal or civil proceeding.

(c) (1) Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection (b) of this section, on the written consent of a Program participant, information obtained by a Program that identifies the Program participant may be released or disclosed to an individual or agency for purposes of linking to services under § 24–903(a)(6) of this subtitle.

(2) In addition to the provisions of paragraph (1) of this subsection, if a Program participant raises the issue of participation in a Program either as a subject matter or legal defense in an administrative, civil, or criminal proceeding, the Program participant waives the confidentiality as to identity provided under subsection (b) of this section.

(3) Substance–related treatment records requested or provided under this section are subject to any additional limitations on disclosure or re–disclosure of a medical record developed in connection with the provision of substance–related treatment services under State law or 42 U.S.C. § 290dd–2 and 42 C.F.R. Part 2.
Md. Code, Public Utilities § 24-107 — MD Code / Article gpu / Title 24 / Subtitle 1 / Section 24-107
§24–107.
Status: in_force

Any new or replacement piping that is buried or installed for the purpose of connecting a building to a water supply system or a sewerage system shall comply with the requirements of § 12–129 of this article.
Md. Code, Land Use § 24-307 — MD Code / Article glu / Title 24 / Subtitle 3 / Section 24-307
§24–307.
Status: in_force

During the term of an agreement:

(1) development may occur in accordance with the law and regulations governing the use, density, or intensity of the real property:

(i) enacted by the district council and administered by the county planning board or county; and

(ii) if applicable, enacted by a reviewing entity and in effect when the project was reviewed and approved by the county planning board and reviewing entity; and

(2) except as provided in § 24–305(c) of this subtitle, changes to the law and regulations described in paragraph (1) of this section enacted after the parties execute an agreement do not apply to development under the agreement.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-504 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 5 / Section 24-504
§24–504.
Status: in_force

Except as provided in § 24–505 of this subtitle, beginning on February 1, 2008, a person may not smoke or vape in:

(1) An indoor area open to the public;

(2) An indoor place in which meetings are open to the public in accordance with Title 3 of the General Provisions Article;

(3) A government–owned or government–operated means of mass transportation including buses, vans, trains, taxicabs, and limousines; or

(4) An indoor place of employment.
Md. Code, Transportation § 24-103 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 24 / Subtitle 1 / Section 24-103
§24–103.
Status: in_force

(a) A passenger-type vehicle may not be driven on any highway while carrying any load that extends beyond the line of the fenders on the left side of the vehicle.

(b) A passenger-type vehicle may not be driven on any highway while carrying any load that extends more than 6 inches beyond the line of the fenders on the right side of the vehicle.
Md. Code, Land Use § 24-306 — MD Code / Article glu / Title 24 / Subtitle 3 / Section 24-306
§24–306.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise provided in the agreement under § 24–305(a)(3) of this subtitle or extended by amendment under subsection (b) of this section and § 24–308 of this subtitle, an agreement is void 5 years after execution by the parties.

(b) If approved by the district council or County Executive, as appropriate, the term of an agreement may be extended.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-2502 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 25 / Section 24-2502
§24–2502.
Status: in_force

(a) From 2 a.m. to 6 a.m. on any day, an individual may not consume alcoholic beverages in:

(1) an establishment open to the public;

(2) a place of public entertainment; or

(3) a place at which setups or other component parts of mixed alcoholic beverages are sold under a license issued under the Business Regulation Article.

(b) An owner or a manager of an establishment or a place specified in subsection (a) of this section may not knowingly allow consumption of alcoholic beverages between the hours specified in subsection (a) of this section.

(c) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $50.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 24-602 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 24 / Subtitle 6 / Section 24-602
§24–602.
Status: in_force

(a) On completion of a receiver’s duties, the receiver shall file a final report that includes:

(1) A description of the activities of the receiver during the course of the receivership;

(2) A list of receivership property at the commencement of the receivership and any receivership property received during the receivership;

(3) A list of disbursements, including payments to professionals engaged by the receiver;

(4) A list of dispositions of receivership property;

(5) A list of distributions made or proposed to be made from the receivership property for creditor claims;

(6) If not filed separately, a request for approval of the payment of fees and expenses of the receiver; and

(7) Any other information required by the court.

(b) The receiver is discharged if:

(1) A court approves a final report filed under subsection (a) of this section; and

(2) The receiver distributes all receivership property.
Md. Code, Education § 24-904 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 24 / Subtitle 9 / Section 24-904
§24–904.
Status: in_force

(a) In addition to the other powers expressly granted and duties imposed by this title, and subject to the authority of the Commission, the Board has only the powers and duties set forth in this section.

(b) The Board shall:

(1) Assist and support the development of higher education in Cecil County and Harford County;

(2) Assist in setting the missions of and accomplishing the goals and objectives of the sites in Cecil County and Harford County;

(3) Advise the Center, site coordinators, and the supervisory staff to whom the coordinators report on programs offered and facility utilization;

(4) Provide guidance and support in identifying institutions and programs to serve higher education and workforce needs in Cecil County and Harford County;

(5) Assist with the marketing and promotion of programs offered at the Center and sites;

(6) Facilitate interactions among the business, nonprofit, education, and military communities;

(7) Keep separate records and minutes; and

(8) Adopt reasonable rules, regulations, or bylaws to carry out the provisions of this subtitle.

(c) The Board may apply, accept, and expend any gift, appropriation, or grant from the State, county, or federal government or any other person.

(d) The Board may make agreements with the federal, State, or a county government or any other person, if it considers the agreement advisable for the support of higher education.

(e) The Board may adopt a corporate seal.

(f) In addition to other reports that may be required by the Commission, the Board shall:

(1) Keep records that are consistent with sound business practices and accounting records using generally accepted accounting principles;

(2) Cause an audit by an independent certified public accountant to be made of the accounts and transactions of the Center at the conclusion of each fiscal year; and

(3) For any State money, be subject to an audit by the Office of Legislative Audits, in accordance with §§ 2–1220 through 2–1227 of the State Government Article.
Md. Code, Transportation § 24-113.1 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 24 / Subtitle 1 / Section 24-113.1
§24–113.
Status: in_force

§24–113.1.

(a) Notwithstanding any other provision of this title, and subject to subsections (b) and (c) of this section, the Secretary, by regulation, may determine that a combination of vehicles carrying manifested international freight as the only load of the vehicle in a sealed, seagoing container on a semitrailer is carrying an indivisible load provided that:

(1) A vehicle issued a permit under this section may not exceed 22,400 pounds gross maximum weight for a single axle, 44,000 pounds gross maximum weight for 2 consecutive axles, or 90,000 pounds gross maximum weight; and

(2) A vehicle issued a permit under this section may be operated only on:

(i) Those parts of the interstate and State systems of highways that are designated by the Secretary in conjunction with the United States Department of Transportation;

(ii) Any other highway, authorized by the Secretary, that is the shortest practical route between a highway designated pursuant to subparagraph (i) of this paragraph and:

1. A truck terminal;

2. A port or other point of origin or destination; or

3. For a distance not to exceed one mile, facilities for food, fuel, repairs, or rest.

(b) (1) The Secretary shall adopt regulations, consistent with the provisions of this section, for the issuance of permits for vehicles described under subsection (a) of this section.

(2) The regulations adopted under this subsection may set fees and shall establish maximum axle and gross weight limits, routes, and other necessary criteria.

(c) The authority granted under the provisions of this section may not be exercised unless and until the Secretary determines in writing that its exercise:

(1) Is required to provide access to or egress from the Helen Delich Bentley Port of Baltimore for international freight;

(2) Will not cause extraordinary damage to roads and bridges in the State or require extraordinary expense for the maintenance of those roads and bridges;

(3) Will not cause undue adverse environmental impact upon or unduly disrupt residential neighborhoods; and

(4) Will not impair highway safety.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-104 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 1 / Section 24-104
§24–104.
Status: in_force

To qualify as a restaurant under this title, an establishment shall have average daily receipts from the sale of food that are at least 25% of the total average daily receipts of the establishment.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-1903 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 19 / Section 24-1903
§24–1903.
Status: in_force

There is a Maryland Loan Assistance Repayment Program for Nurses and Nursing Support Staff.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-107 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 1 / Section 24-107
§24–107.
Status: in_force

(a) If a bird dies while in the possession of a permit holder, the permit holder shall freeze the bird immediately.

(b) The Secretary of Health shall specify the methods for handling, treating, and destroying any bird that:

(1) Dies while in the possession of a permit holder; or

(2) In a case that involves psittacosis or any other disease that is contagious to human beings:

(i) Has the disease;

(ii) Is suspected of having the disease;

(iii) Is suspected of being a carrier of the disease;

(iv) Has been exposed to the disease; or

(v) Is kept at the same facility where the disease is discovered or suspected.

(c) In a case that involves velogenic visertrophic Newcastle disease or any other disease that is contagious to domestic animals or poultry, the State Secretary of Agriculture shall specify the methods for handling, treating, and destroying any bird that:

(1) Has the disease;

(2) Is suspected of having the disease;

(3) Is suspected of being a carrier of the disease;

(4) Has been exposed to the disease; or

(5) Is kept at the same facility where the disease is discovered or suspected.
Md. Code, Education § 24-703.2 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 24 / Subtitle 7 / Section 24-703.2
§24–703.
Status: in_force

§24–703.2.

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

(2) “Aggregated data” means de–identified data that is summarized by type of program of study or educational institution.

(3) “Student information” means:

(i) Student Social Security number;

(ii) Program of study;

(iii) Enrollment; and

(iv) Name of educational institution.

(4) “Tax information” means income tax records, wage information, and other data stored by the Comptroller.

(b) (1) The Center and the Comptroller jointly shall develop a protocol for research purposes for the:

(i) Center to send student information to the Comptroller;

(ii) Comptroller to match student information to tax information; and

(iii) Comptroller to produce aggregated data from the matched information on the average amount of wage or salary earnings from self–employment or other sources of income for individuals within each educational institution or program of study.

(2) The Comptroller may not produce any aggregated data that may be identifiable based on the size or uniqueness of the population under consideration.

(c) The Center and the Comptroller jointly shall develop data handling and security standards for the Comptroller to utilize for the protocol, including:

(1) Data retention and disposition policies;

(2) Authorized access and authentication for authorized access policies;

(3) Privacy compliance standards; and

(4) Breach notification and procedures.

(d) The Comptroller shall comply with any data privacy and security standards in accordance with the federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act and other relevant privacy laws and policies.

(e) The Governing Board may authorize the Center to send student information to the United States Census Bureau.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-202 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 2 / Section 24-202
§24–202.
Status: in_force

§24–202. IN EFFECT

(a) The County Commissioners sit as the Board.

(b) Each member of the Board shall receive, in addition to a County Commissioner’s salary, $300 annually for services in acting as a member of the Board.

§24–202. NOT IN EFFECT

** CONTINGENCY – NOT IN EFFECT – CHAPTER 236 OF 1991 **

(a) The County Commissioners shall appoint three members to the Board.

(b) Each member of the Board shall be:

(1) a registered voter of the County during the member’s term of office; and

(2) an individual of good moral character and integrity who reasonably reflects the citizenry of the County.

(c) (1) In this subsection, “direct or indirect interest” means an interest that is proprietary or obtained by a loan, mortgage, or lien or in any other manner.

(2) A member of the Board may not:

(i) have a direct or indirect interest in or on a premises where alcoholic beverages are manufactured or sold;

(ii) have a direct or indirect interest in a business wholly or partly devoted to the manufacture or sale of alcoholic beverages;

(iii) own stock in:

1. a corporation that has a direct or indirect interest in a premises where alcoholic beverages are manufactured or sold; or

2. a business wholly or partly devoted to the manufacture or sale of alcoholic beverages;

(iv) hold any other public office or employment; or

(v) solicit or receive, directly or indirectly, a commission, remuneration, or gift from:

1. a person engaged in the manufacture or sale of alcoholic beverages; or

2. a license holder.

(3) A person who violates this subsection is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000.

(d) (1) The term of a member is 4 years.

(2) The terms of the members are staggered as required by the terms provided for members of the Board on October 1, 2016.

(e) A member who is appointed after a term has begun serves for the remainder of the term and until a successor is appointed and qualifies.

(f) (1) The County Commissioners may remove a member for:

(i) incompetence;

(ii) misconduct;

(iii) unprofessional conduct;

(iv) dishonorable conduct; or

(v) neglect of a duty required by law.

(2) The removal procedure is as provided in this article.

(g) From among its members, the Board shall elect a chair.

(h) A majority of the members then serving on the Board is a quorum.

(i) The chair and each other member of the Board shall receive $300 annually.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-210 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 2 / Section 24-210
§24–210.
Status: in_force

A retail establishment and any employee of a retail establishment shall have the immunity from liability described under § 5-635 of the Courts and Judicial Proceedings Article.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-2701 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 27 / Section 24-2701
§24–2701.
Status: in_force

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

(b) (1) “Health care facility” means a facility or an office where health care is provided to patients by a health care practitioner or group of health care practitioners licensed, certified, or otherwise authorized by law to provide health care services.

(2) “Health care facility” includes:

(i) A hospital, as defined in § 19–301 of this article;

(ii) A freestanding medical facility, as defined in § 19–3A–01 of this article;

(iii) A nursing facility;

(iv) A residential treatment center;

(v) A rehabilitation facility; and

(vi) A facility operated by the Department, the Behavioral Health Administration, or a health officer.

(c) “Service member” has the meaning stated in § 9–901 of the State Government Article.

(d) “Service member community member” means:

(1) A service member;

(2) A veteran;

(3) The spouse of a service member or veteran;

(4) A child of a service member or veteran; or

(5) A stepchild of a service member or veteran.

(e) “Veteran” has the meaning stated in § 9–901 of the State Government Article.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-703 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 7 / Section 24-703
§24–703.
Status: in_force

(a) Any county, municipal corporation, or nonprofit organization sponsoring a project involving work specified in § 24–702 of this subtitle may apply to the Department for a State grant to be applied toward the cost of that project.

(b) (1) The application shall be directed to the Secretary of Health.

(2) On approval of a project and the project plans by the Department, the Secretary shall promptly report the application to the Board of Public Works, together with the Secretary’s recommendation that the Board make funds available as provided in this subtitle.
Md. Code, Education § 24-1004 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 24 / Subtitle 10 / Section 24-1004
§24–1004.
Status: in_force

(a) In addition to the other powers expressly granted and duties imposed by this subtitle, and subject to the authority of the Commission, the Board has only the powers and duties set forth in this section.

(b) The Board shall:

(1) Operate and exercise general control over Frederick CREST;

(2) Assist and support the development of higher education in the Frederick region;

(3) Assist in setting the missions of and accomplishing the goals and objectives of the sites in Frederick County;

(4) Assist in establishing a Frederick regional higher education center to be named the Frederick Center for Research and Education in Science and Technology;

(5) Provide guidance and support in identifying institutions and programs to serve higher education and workforce needs in Frederick County;

(6) Assist with the marketing and promotion of programs offered at Frederick CREST and sites;

(7) Facilitate interactions among the business, nonprofit, education, military, and Frederick National Laboratory communities;

(8) Keep separate records and minutes; and

(9) Adopt reasonable rules, regulations, or bylaws to carry out the provisions of this subtitle.

(c) The Board may fix the salaries and terms of employment of the Director and other employees of Frederick CREST.

(d) The Board may purchase, lease, or otherwise acquire any property it considers necessary for the operation of Frederick CREST.

(e) (1) The Board may sell, lease, or otherwise dispose of assets or property of Frederick CREST.

(2) The Director of Frederick CREST or the chair of the Board may execute a conveyance or other legal document under an appropriate resolution of the Board.

(f) The Board shall ensure that all academic programs and policies of Frederick CREST and sites are in compliance with the policies of and approved by the Commission for regional higher education centers in accordance with § 11–105 of this article.

(g) The Board shall submit an adopted mission statement to the Commission subject to the policies and guidelines of the Commission.

(h) The Board may apply, accept, and expend any gift, appropriation, or grant from the State, county, or federal government or any other person.

(i) The Board may make agreements with the federal, the State, or a county government or any other person if the Board considers the agreement advisable for the operation of Frederick CREST.

(j) The Board may adopt a corporate seal.

(k) In addition to other reports that may be required by the Commission, the Board shall:

(1) Keep records that are consistent with sound business practices and accounting records that use generally accepted accounting principles;

(2) Cause an audit by an independent certified public accountant to be made of the accounts and transactions of Frederick CREST at the conclusion of each fiscal year; and

(3) For any State money, be subject to an audit by the Office of Legislative Audits, in accordance with §§ 2–1220 through 2–1227 of the State Government Article.
Md. Code, Education § 24-1202 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 24 / Subtitle 12 / Section 24-1202
§24–1202.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to the requirements of this subtitle, the Johns Hopkins University may establish a police department based on a memorandum of understanding.

(b) The memorandum of understanding shall require that the Baltimore Police Department:

(1) Have primary responsibility for all investigations and arrests related to Part I offenses specified under the Uniform Crime Reporting Program, except:

(i) Theft;

(ii) Burglary; and

(iii) Motor vehicle taking;

(2) Maintain any evidence collected from crime scenes at the Evidence Control Unit of the Baltimore Police Department, in accordance with Baltimore Police Department governing procedures and regulations; and

(3) Impound any stolen vehicles in accordance with Baltimore Police Department governing procedures and regulations.

(c) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, a University police officer has the powers granted to a peace and police officer.

(2) (i) A University police officer may exercise these powers only:

1. On the University’s campus area; and

2. Subject to subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, within areas adjacent to the campus area, as specified in the executed memorandum of understanding developed with input from the relevant community.

(ii) A University police officer may exercise these powers within areas adjacent to the campus area only if:

1. The University receives a majority of support from the members of the relevant campus–adjacent communities for the police department to operate in their communities; and

2. The Baltimore City Council approves a resolution affirming that the University has received the support required under item 1 of this subparagraph of the campus–adjacent community areas in which the police department is authorized to operate.

(iii) A University police officer may not exercise these powers on any other property unless:

1. Engaged in fresh pursuit of a suspected offender;

2. Necessary to facilitate the orderly flow of traffic to and from a campus area;

3. Specially requested or authorized to exercise the powers in Baltimore City by the Mayor of Baltimore City if:

A. There is a sudden and unforeseen emergency of such public gravity and urgency that it requires an immediate response to protect the public welfare; and

B. The Mayor issues an order declaring an emergency that specifies the manner in which the police officer’s powers will be exercised; or

4. Ordered to exercise the powers by the Governor under a declared state of emergency.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-1802 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 18 / Section 24-1802
§24–1802.
Status: in_force

The requirement for a criminal history records check under § 4–107 of this article does not apply to applicants for license renewal.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-2302 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 23 / Section 24-2302
§24–2302.
Status: in_force

(a) On or before January 15 each year, beginning in 2024, each research facility that is located in the State and is required to submit an Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Form 7023 shall pay to the Department a contribution in the amount of:

(1) $5,000 for up to 100 animals;

(2) $10,000 for more than 100 but not more than 500 animals;

(3) $55,000 for more than 500 but not more than 5,000 animals; and

(4) $75,000 for more than 5,000 animals.

(b) The amount of the contribution to be paid under subsection (a) of this section shall be based on the total number of animals reported in Column F on the most recently submitted Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Form 7023.

(c) The Secretary shall distribute the funds paid under subsection (a) of this section to the Human–Relevant Research Fund established under § 10–4D–02 of the Economic Development Article.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-2003 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 20 / Section 24-2003
§24–2003.
Status: reserved

(a) A holder of a Class A beer and wine license may sell beer and wine from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day.

(b) A holder of a Class B beer and wine license may sell beer and wine from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day.

(c) Reserved.

(d) Reserved.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-507 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 5 / Section 24-507
§24–507.
Status: in_force

(a) The Department shall adopt regulations that prohibit environmental smoke in indoor areas open to the public.

(b) On or before September 30 of each year, the Department shall report, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, to the General Assembly on:

(1) The enforcement efforts of the Department to eliminate environmental smoke in indoor areas open to the public during the prior year; and

(2) The results of these enforcement efforts.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-202 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 2 / Section 24-202
§24–202.
Status: in_force

(a) At all times during business hours, each privately owned and commercially operated indoor racket sports facility shall have on the premises personnel who are certified to administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

(b) This section may not be construed as creating any civil or criminal liability.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-1407 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 14 / Section 24-1407
§24–1407.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) A license shall be issued for 6 or 12 months.

(2) The term of a license begins on May 1.

(b) If a license is not claimed by the applicant within 30 days after issue or renewal, the license is void.

(c) When a 6–month license is issued, only one–half of the annual fee shall be charged.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-1006 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 10 / Section 24-1006
§24–1006.
Status: reserved

(a) The State may recover from either the transferor or transferee or, in the case of a property that has ceased to be a “facility”, from the owner, an amount bearing the same ratio to the then current value of so much of the property as constituted an approved project as the amount of the State participation bore to the total eligible cost of the approved project, together with all costs and reasonable attorney’s fees incurred by the State in the recovery proceedings, if, within 30 years after completion of a project, a property for which funds have been paid under this subtitle:

(1) Is sold or transferred to any person, agency, or organization that would not qualify as an applicant under this subtitle, or that is not approved as a transferee by the Board of Public Works; or

(2) Ceases to be a “facility” as defined in this subtitle.

(b) (1) Before the State makes any funds available for an approved project, the Department shall cause a notice of this right of recovery to be recorded in the land records of the county or Baltimore City in which the property is located.

(2) The recording of the notice:

(i) Does not create a lien against the property; but

(ii) Shall constitute notice to any potential transferee, potential transferor, potential creditor, or other interested party of the possibility that the State may obtain a lien under this subtitle.

(c) (1) (i) The Secretary of the Board of Public Works may file a civil claim under subsection (b) of this section, in the circuit court for the county or Baltimore City in which the property is located, against the owner of the property and any other interested parties, including any transferor that the State wishes to make a party.

(ii) The claim shall be filed with:

1. Sworn affidavits stating facts on which the allegations of default are based; and

2. A detailed justification of the amount claimed.

(2) If the circuit court determines from the State’s initial filing that there is probable cause to believe that a default has occurred, pending full determination of the State’s claim, the court shall authorize a temporary lien on the property:

(i) In the amount of the State’s claim plus any additional amount estimated to be necessary to cover the costs and reasonable attorney’s fees incurred by the State; or

(ii) In other amounts that the court determines to be reasonable.

(3) (i) A temporary lien shall take effect:

1. On the date of the court’s authorization, if the Secretary of the Board of Public Works records a notice of temporary lien in the land records of the county or Baltimore City in which the property is located within 10 days after the court’s authorization; or

2. On the date a notice of temporary lien is recorded.

(ii) While the temporary lien is in effect, neither the owner nor any person who acquired an interest in the property after the State first made funds available in connection with the property may without the prior written consent of the State:

1. Take any action that would affect the title to the property; or

2. Institute any proceedings to enforce a security interest or other similar rights in the property.

(4) (i) The owner of the property or any other interested party may obtain release of a temporary lien at any time by filing with the court a bond securing the payment in full of the State’s claim and any additional amount necessary to cover the costs and reasonable attorney’s fees incurred by the State.

(ii) The owner or other interested party may cause the release to be recorded in the land records.

(d) Proceedings to determine the State’s right to recover and the amount of its recovery under this subtitle shall have priority over other civil proceedings in the circuit courts.

(e) (1) (i) At the conclusion of full adversary proceedings on the issue of default and of any disputes over the amount of the State’s recovery, the circuit court shall, if it finds that a default has occurred, issue a final judgment for the amount it finds to be recoverable by the State.

(ii) All parties involved in the default, including in every case the owner of the property, shall be held jointly and severally liable to the State for the amount of the judgment.

(2) (i) Except as the State may otherwise provide by a written subordination agreement, if the amount of the final judgment remains unpaid after 30 days following the court’s final order, the final judgment shall constitute a lien on the property, superior to the lien or other interest of a mortgagee, pledgee, purchaser, or judgment creditor whose interest became perfected against third persons after the State first made funds available under this subtitle.

(ii) 1. Except as provided in item 2 of this item, a lien takes effect on the date a notice of lien is recorded.

2. A lien takes effect on the 31st day following the court’s final order if the Secretary of the Board of Public Works records a notice of lien in the land records of the county or Baltimore City in which the property is located on or before the 41st day following the final order.

(iii) 1. At the time that a lien takes effect, any temporary lien then in effect shall be automatically and fully released.

2. The recorded notice of a lien shall constitute notice of the release of a temporary lien.

(iv) A lien imposed under this subsection may be enforced and foreclosed in accordance with the procedures prescribed in the Maryland Rules, except that neither the State nor any agent appointed by the State to sell the property need file a bond.

(3) (i) The owner or any other interested party may obtain release of a lien at any time by paying to the State the full amount of the judgment rendered by the circuit court, together with interest from the date of judgment.

(ii) On payment in full, the Secretary of the Board of Public Works shall cause a release to be recorded in the land records.

(4) If the circuit court finds that there has been no default or if the full amount of the court’s judgment is paid to the State within 30 days after the court’s final order, a temporary lien then in effect shall be released immediately and the Secretary of the Board of Public Works shall cause the release to be recorded in the land records.

(f) (1) All funds recovered as a result of this right of recovery shall be deposited in the Annuity Bond Fund and applied to the debt service requirements of the State.

(2) If the Board determines that there is good cause for releasing the transferor, transferee, or owner from the obligation imposed under this subtitle, the Board of Public Works may waive the State’s right of recovery under this subtitle.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-805 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 8 / Section 24-805
§24–805.
Status: in_force

A Class D beer and wine license may not be issued in the county.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-1504 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 15 / Section 24-1504
§24–1504.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Subject to paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection, the Secretary shall establish procedures for the distribution of money from the Fund.

(2) In establishing procedures for awarding grants under § 24–1503 of this subtitle, the Secretary shall consult with the members of the Children’s Cabinet.

(3) In establishing procedures for awarding grants under § 24–1506 of this subtitle, including the procedure by which a federally qualified health center, hospital, or provider of prenatal care may apply for a grant, the Secretary shall consult with the Maternal and Child Health Bureau in the Department.

(b) Priority on awarding grants under § 24–1503 of this subtitle shall be given to proposals from a county or municipality that:

(1) Has:

(i) A high number of births to women enrolled in Medicaid;

(ii) High rates of infant mortality;

(iii) High rates of preterm births; and

(iv) High rates of infants with low birthweight; and

(2) Demonstrates that the program will be coordinated with community–based service providers.

(c) Priority on awarding grants under § 24–1506 of this subtitle shall be given to proposals from federally qualified health centers, hospitals, or providers of prenatal care that propose to serve communities that have:

(1) A high number of births to women enrolled in the Maryland Medical Assistance Program;

(2) High rates of infant mortality;

(3) High rates of preterm births; and

(4) High rates of infants with low birthweight.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-1001 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 10 / Section 24-1001
§24–1001.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Assisted living facility” means a residential facility or facility-based program that:

(1) Meets the definition in § 19-1801 of this article; and

(2) Is licensed by the Department.

(c) “Facility” means an assisted living facility that is wholly owned by and operated under the authority of:

(1) A county;

(2) A municipal corporation; or

(3) A nonprofit organization.

(d) “Nonprofit organization” means:

(1) A bona fide religious organization, no part of the earnings of which inures to the benefit of any individual or is used for any purpose other than the maintenance and operation of a facility, the purchase of equipment to be used in a facility, or the expansion of a facility; or

(2) An organization:

(i) That is chartered as a nonprofit corporation and classified by the Internal Revenue Service as nonprofit; and

(ii) No part of the earnings of which inures to the benefit of any individual or is used for any purpose other than the maintenance and operation of a facility, the purchase of equipment to be used in a facility, or the expansion of a facility.

(e) “Wholly owned” includes leased, if:

(1) (i) The lease is for a minimum term of 30 years following project completion; or

(ii) The lease agreement extends the right of purchase to the lessee; and

(2) The lessor consents to the recording in the land records of the county or Baltimore City in which the facility is located, of a notice of the State’s right of recovery as provided under § 24-1006 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Land Use § 24-202 — MD Code / Article glu / Title 24 / Subtitle 2 / Section 24-202
§24–202.
Status: in_force

(a) The City of Takoma Park has concurrent jurisdiction to enforce the county zoning laws within its boundaries.

(b) A two–thirds majority vote of both the district council and the county planning board is required to take any action relating to zoning within the City of Takoma Park that is contrary to a resolution of the Mayor and City Council.

(c) A two–thirds majority vote of the county planning board is required to take any action relating to land use planning within the City of Takoma Park that is contrary to a resolution of the Mayor and City Council.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-306.1 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 3 / Section 24-306.1
§24–306.
Status: in_force

§24–306.1.

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

(2) “Adult mattress” means any mattress other than a toddler mattress, a crib mattress, or any other infant sleep product.

(3) “Flame–retardant chemical” means a chemical that:

(i) Is used to resist or inhibit the spread of fire or act as a synergist to chemicals that resist or inhibit the spread of fire, including any chemical for which the term “flame retardant” appears on a safety data sheet developed in accordance with 29 C.F.R. 1910.1200(g); and

(ii) 1. Contains one or more halogen elements, including fluorine, chlorine, bromine, or iodine;

2. Contains one or more carbon elements and one or more phosphorus elements;

3. Contains one or more carbon elements and one or more nitrogen elements; or

4. Is a nanoscale chemical.

(4) (i) “Juvenile product” means a consumer product intended for use by a child under the age of 12 years.

(ii) “Juvenile product” includes a bassinet, a booster seat, a changing pad, a children’s nap mat, a floor playmat, a high chair, a high chair pad, an infant bouncer, an infant carrier, an infant seat, an infant swing, an infant walker, a nursing pad, a nursing pillow, a playpen side pad, a play yard, a portable hook–on chair, and a stroller.

(iii) “Juvenile product” does not include:

1. A product that is not primarily intended for use in the home, including a product that is, or is a component part of, a motor vehicle, a watercraft, an aircraft, or any other vehicle;

2. A product regulated under 49 C.F.R. Part 571;

3. A consumer electronic product; or

4. A product regulated under § 24–306 of this subtitle.

(5) “Mattress” has the meaning stated in 16 C.F.R. § 1632.1.

(6) “Reupholstered furniture” means furniture for which the original fabric, padding, decking, barrier material, foam, or other resilient filling has been replaced and that has not been sold since the time of replacement.

(7) “Upholstered furniture” means furniture that includes filling materials, barrier materials, decking materials, or cover fabrics.

(b) This section does not apply to the sale or distribution of a juvenile product, mattress, upholstered furniture, or reupholstered furniture that is resold, offered for resale, or distributed by a consumer for consumer use.

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

(i) An electronic component, or the casing for an electronic component, of a juvenile product, mattress, upholstered furniture, or reupholstered furniture;

(ii) A component of upholstered or reupholstered furniture other than cover fabric, barrier material, resilient filling material, and decking material;

(iii) Thread or fiber when used for stitching mattress components together; or

(iv) Except for foam, a component of an adult mattress.

(2) A person may not import, sell, or offer for sale any juvenile product, mattress, upholstered furniture, or reupholstered furniture that contains more than 0.1% of flame–retardant chemicals by mass.

(d) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, if a person willfully violates this section, the Secretary may assess a civil penalty:

(i) For a first violation, not exceeding $2,500;

(ii) For a second violation, not exceeding $5,000;

(iii) For a third violation, not exceeding $7,500; and

(iv) For any subsequent violation, not exceeding $10,000 for each violation.

(2) In determining the amount of a penalty under paragraph (1) of this subsection, the Secretary shall consider:

(i) The nature and severity of the violation;

(ii) The good faith of the person;

(iii) The history of violations by the person; and

(iv) The extent to which the person cooperated with any investigation by the Department.

(e) On or before June 1, 2021, the Department shall adopt regulations to carry out this section.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-801 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 8 / Section 24-801
§24–801.
Status: in_force

The wine that may be sold under a beer and wine license may not contain more than 22% of alcohol by volume.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-701 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 7 / Section 24-701
§24–701.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Class A wine license in the county.

(b) The license may be issued to a holder of a Class 3 winery license or a Class 4 limited winery license.

(c) (1) The license authorizes the license holder to sell at retail at the place described in the license wine produced at the winery.

(2) Wine shall be sold in a sealed package or container that may not be opened or its contents consumed on the licensed premises.

(d) The annual license fee is $150.
Md. Code, Insurance § 24-303 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 24 / Subtitle 3 / Section 24-303
§24–303.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Chesapeake Employers’ Insurance Company.

(b) The Company shall be:

(1) a private, nonprofit, nonstock corporation organized under State law; and

(2) subject to the applicable provisions of the Corporations and Associations Article as a nonstock corporation.

(c) Before October 1, 2013, the Company shall:

(1) file articles of incorporation under the Corporations and Associations Article; and

(2) take all steps necessary to be a private, nonprofit, nonstock corporation organized under State law.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-605 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 6 / Section 24-605
§24–605.
Status: in_force

(a) The Board of Public Works shall make allocations from funds available under this subtitle in accordance with this subtitle.

(b) The Board shall certify the allocations to the proper State officers, and the Treasurer shall make payments to the applicant, when needed, for the construction, acquisition, renovation, or equipping of a facility.

(c) The Board may adopt regulations for receiving and considering applications and for disbursing funds to applicants.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-2803 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 28 / Section 24-2803
§24–2803.
Status: in_force

The Board shall expunge the record of a violation of this article or a regulation adopted under this article 7 years after the date the violation occurred.
Md. Code, Insurance § 24-202 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 24 / Subtitle 2 / Section 24-202
§24–202.
Status: in_force

Subject to the limitations and immunities of this subtitle, the purpose of this subtitle is to provide:

(1) for the payment of indemnities to persons that suffer injuries arising out of the rendering of or failure to render professional services by physicians or other health care providers;

(2) a means for physicians or other health care providers to obtain insurance against liability for injuries arising out of the rendering of or failure to render professional services; and

(3) property insurance and casualty insurance related to the provision of health care or to health care facilities used by physicians or other health care providers.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-601 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 6 / Section 24-601
§24–601.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Class A beer license.

(b) (1) The license authorizes the license holder to sell beer at retail to consumers at the place described in the license.

(2) The license holder shall sell the beer in a sealed package or container.

(3) The package or container may not be opened and its contents may not be consumed on the premises where the beer was sold.

(c) The annual license fee is $150.
Md. Code, Education § 24-901 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 24 / Subtitle 9 / Section 24-901
§24–901.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Board” means the Northeast Maryland Higher Education Advisory Board.

(c) “Center” means the University Center at HEAT.

(d) “Commission” means the Maryland Higher Education Commission.

(e) “Site” means a location where a 4–year institution of higher education offers Commission–approved undergraduate and graduate programs in Cecil County or Harford County.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-1407 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 14 / Section 24-1407
§24–1407.
Status: in_force

(a) A temporary delicensure of licensed bed capacity of a facility under this subtitle does not require a certificate of need review.

(b) The Maryland Health Care Commission shall retain the bed capacity of a facility on its inventory for up to 2 years, provided that the owner or licensed operator of the facility provides written notice to the Commission at least 30 days before the proposed temporary delicensure.
Md. Code, Transportation § 24-106 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 24 / Subtitle 1 / Section 24-106
§24–106.
Status: in_force

(a) This section and § 24-106.1 of this subtitle do not prohibit:

(1) Dropping sand, abrasives, chemicals, or other materials to improve traction;

(2) Spreading water or other substance to construct, clean or maintain a highway; or

(3) Dropping asphalt or other materials for highway, bridge, storm drain, or utility construction or repair.

(b) A vehicle with any load may not be driven on any highway unless the vehicle is constructed or loaded to prevent any of its load from dropping, sifting, leaking, or otherwise escaping.

(c) A vehicle with any load may not be driven on any highway unless the load and any covering on the load are fastened securely to prevent the load or covering from becoming loose or detached or from in any way endangering other users of the highway.

(d) This section does not apply to agricultural products in their natural state or residue developed from processing vegetable agricultural products that can be used as feed for animals and that are being transported to a farm. This provision, however, does not prevent the enforcement of any rule or regulation promulgated by the Department of the Environment for the control of air pollution.

(e) The owner of a vehicle from which dirt, debris, or agricultural products has fallen on any highway is responsible for removing that dirt, debris, or agricultural products within a reasonable time.
Md. Code, Education § 24-508 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 24 / Subtitle 5 / Section 24-508
§24–508.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The Historic St. Mary’s City Commission and the Board of Trustees of St. Mary’s College of Maryland are hereby authorized to undertake joint programs and otherwise to work collaboratively under contract or other agreement acceptable to the governing boards of each institution, for the purpose of furthering the missions of both institutions.

(2) The Commission and the College may contract or otherwise agree to work jointly to sponsor high quality education programs and activities for both the academic and general communities and for all age groups, including elementary, secondary, college, and adult education programs as well as teacher training programs in curriculum areas of joint focus, such as archaeology, colonial American history, and Chesapeake culture and ecology.

(3) The Commission and College may develop jointly beneficial, promotional, marketing, fundraising, tourism, special events, and other outreach efforts.

(4) The College and Commission may by contract perform administrative tasks by one institution for the other including, but not limited to, personnel, procurement and insurance claim processing, purchasing, accounting, information system design, acquisition, installation and service, security, maintenance, historic landscape design, catering and general food services, and archaeological survey and mitigation services.

(5) Provided they are supportive of the distinctive mission of each institution, the Commission and College may undertake any other joint activity or action by formal or informal agreement or contract.

(6) Notwithstanding any joint activities or programs carried out by the College and the Commission, or administrative action undertaken by the College or the Commission for the benefit of the other institution, neither the College nor the Commission shall be liable for any direct or indirect actions of the other institution, or its trustees, Commissioners, employees, or agents as the case may be.

(7) If the Commission obtains services under an agreement with the College, the services provided to the Commission shall be in accordance with the College’s policies and procedures.

(b) An operating agreement entered into by the Commission with another unit of State government or an affiliated nonprofit organization shall be:

(1) Executed in writing;

(2) Approved for form and legal sufficiency by the Attorney General;

(3) Reviewed by the Commission annually; and

(4) Enacted for a term not exceeding 3 years, which may be renewed for additional terms not exceeding 3 years, without limit.
Md. Code, Insurance § 24-204 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 24 / Subtitle 2 / Section 24-204
§24–204.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Board of Directors of the Society.

(b) (1) There shall be at least 11 directors on the Board.

(2) The directors shall be elected by the members of the Society in accordance with the articles of incorporation and bylaws of the Society.

(3) The bylaws of the Society shall provide that:

(i) not more than five directors may be licensed physicians;

(ii) at least two directors must have had substantial experience as an officer or employee of an insurer;

(iii) at least two directors must be officers and employees of the Society who are responsible for the daily management of the Society; and

(iv) the Board of Directors must consist of individuals who live in different geographical areas of the State.

(c) The Board of Directors governs the Society and exercises the corporate powers of the Society.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-1003 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 10 / Section 24-1003
§24–1003.
Status: in_force

(a) Any county, municipal corporation, or nonprofit organization sponsoring a project involving work specified in § 24-1002 of this subtitle may apply to the Secretary for a State grant to be applied toward the cost of that project.

(b) On approval of a project and the project plans by the Department, the Secretary shall promptly report the application to the Board of Public Works, together with the Secretary’s recommendation that the Board make funds available as provided in this subtitle.
Md. Code, Land Use § 24-101 — MD Code / Article glu / Title 24 / Subtitle 1 / Section 24-101
§24–101.
Status: in_force

This title applies only in Montgomery County.
Md. Code, Education § 24-1306 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 24 / Subtitle 13 / Section 24-1306
§24–1306.
Status: in_force

§24–1306. IN EFFECT

// EFFECTIVE UNTIL JUNE 30, 2028 PER CHAPTER 677 OF 2021 //

(a) (1) On or before July 1, 2024, the Commission, in consultation with the Division, shall submit an interim report to the Governor and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the General Assembly on the progress of the Pilot Program.

(2) On or before July 1, 2028, the Commission, in consultation with the Division, shall submit a final report to the Governor and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the General Assembly on the progress of the Pilot Program.

(b) The reports required under this section shall include the following information on program participants:

(1) The courses in which a participant enrolled;

(2) Post–confinement employment of a participant;

(3) Post–confinement continuing education of a participant; and

(4) Post–confinement certification or licensure of a participant.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-1102 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 11 / Section 24-1102
§24–1102.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Community Services Trust Fund in the Office of the Treasurer.

(b) The purpose of the Trust Fund is to receive and hold the proceeds from the sale or long–term lease of property and equipment of a Developmental Disabilities Administration facility or a Behavioral Health Administration facility.
Md. Code, Local Government § 24-103 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 24 / Subtitle 1 / Section 24-103
§24–103.
Status: in_force

(a) The council shall consist of at least one representative from each member.

(b) Each representative of a member shall be:

(1) its elected chief executive; or

(2) an individual from its governing body chosen by the governing body.

(c) (1) A member may withdraw from the council by resolution of its governing body.

(2) A withdrawal may not take effect until at least 60 days after the adoption of the resolution.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 24-202 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 24 / Subtitle 2 / Section 24-202
§24–202.
Status: in_force

An individual described in § 24–201 of this subtitle is a member of the State Police Retirement System as a condition of employment.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-211 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 2 / Section 24-211
§24–211.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Place of public entertainment” means any establishment that:

(i) Accommodates more than 100 individuals; and

(ii) Is included under § 302.0 Use Group A, Assembly Uses, of the Building Officials and Code Administrators Model Performance Code as adopted by regulation by the Department of Housing and Community Development.

(3) “Public restroom” means a public sanitary facility that contains more than one sanitary fixture.

(4) “Sanitary fixture” means a toilet, urinal, or lavatory placed in a public sanitary facility.

(b) In any place of public entertainment required by a State, county, or municipal law, rule, or regulation to have a public restroom, sanitary fixtures shall be distributed so that the number of toilets provided in a public restroom for women shall be no less than the combined number of toilets and urinals provided in a public restroom for men.

(c) The provisions of this section shall apply to any place of public entertainment for which a construction permit is issued after May 1, 1993.

(d) This section does not apply to:

(1) Restoration or renovation of structures, including restoration or renovation which involves 100% of the previously existing structure; or

(2) An addition to any structure.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-2601 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 26 / Section 24-2601
§24–2601.
Status: in_force

(a) The following sections of Title 6, Subtitle 2 (“Enforcement”) of Division I of this article apply in the county without exception or variation:

(1) § 6–202 (“Inspections”);

(2) § 6–203 (“Use of equipment to measure quantity and quality of alcoholic beverages”);

(3) § 6–205 (“Peace officers”);

(4) § 6–206 (“Charging document for unlawful sale of alcoholic beverage”);

(5) § 6–207 (“Display of alcoholic beverages as prima facie evidence of sale”);

(6) § 6–208 (“Regulating possession or consumption of alcohol in public places”); and

(7) § 6–209 (“Adoption of standards for authorization of consumption”).

(b) Section 6–210 (“State preemption of local disorderly intoxication laws”) of Division I of this article does not apply in the county.

(c) The following sections of Title 6, Subtitle 2 (“Enforcement”) of Division I of this article apply in the county:

(1) § 6–204 (“Power to summon witnesses”), in addition to § 24–2602 of this subtitle; and

(2) § 6–211 (“Fines and forfeitures”), subject to § 24–2603 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 24-601 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 24 / Subtitle 6 / Section 24-601
§24–601.
Status: in_force

(a) A receiver:

(1) May file an interim report; or

(2) If ordered by the court, shall file an interim report.

(b) The interim report under subsection (a) of this section shall include:

(1) The activities of the receiver since appointment or a previous interim report;

(2) Receipts and disbursements, including any payment made or proposed to be made to a professional engaged by the receiver;

(3) Receipts and dispositions of receivership property;

(4) Fees and expenses of the receiver and, if not filed separately, a request for approval of payment of the fees and expenses; and

(5) Any other information required by the court.
Md. Code, Transportation § 24-111 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 24 / Subtitle 1 / Section 24-111
§24–111.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) In this section and in § 24–111.1 of this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

(2) “CVISN” means the Commercial Vehicle Information Systems and Network, a motor carrier program managed by the Department, together with other State agencies.

(3) “CVISN transponder” means an electronic device acquired by motor carriers to allow electronic signaling through CVISN.

(4) “Police officer” means:

(i) Any uniformed police officer;

(ii) Any civilian employee of the Department of State Police or the Maryland Transportation Authority Police assigned to enforce this subtitle, but only while acting under written authorization of the Secretary of State Police; or

(iii) Any civilian employee of a local government who is:

1. Acting under the immediate direction and control of a uniformed police officer;

2. Acting under written authorization of the Secretary of State Police; and

3. Certified by the Department of State Police to perform the weighing and measurement authorized under this section.

(b) (1) The driver of a vehicle must stop and submit the vehicle to a measurement or weighing:

(i) When directed by a police officer who has reason to believe that the size or weight of a vehicle being driven on a highway violates this subtitle; or

(ii) When directed by an electronic signal to a CVISN transponder.

(2) The weighing authorized by this subsection:

(i) May be done with either portable or stationary scales; and

(ii) In either case, shall be done by methods established by experts in the field of weights and measures and adopted by rule or regulation of the Department of State Police.

(3) If more than 1 statutory weight limit tolerance applies to a vehicle being weighed under this section, the police officer shall grant only the greatest applicable tolerance.

(c) The operation of a vehicle on any highway in this State constitutes the consent of the driver and the owner of the vehicle to the measurement and weighing provided for in this section.

(d) (1) The driver of a vehicle shall obey every sign and every direction of a police officer or an electronic signal to a CVISN transponder to stop the vehicle and submit it to measurement or weighing.

(2) If a driver fails or refuses to comply with the direction of a police officer or an electronic signal to a CVISN transponder to submit a vehicle to measurement or weighing, the police officer shall have the authority to take the vehicle and its load into temporary custody for the purpose of weighing and measuring.

(3) The police officer may utilize resources specified in § 16–303.1(b) of this article to conduct the weighing or measuring.

(4) In addition to any fine or penalty attributable to the weighing and measuring, or other offense, the driver is responsible for any actual costs incurred in weighing and measuring the vehicle and its load because of the driver’s failure or refusal to comply with the direction of a police officer or an electronic signal to a CVISN transponder.

(e) A sign used to direct vehicles under this section may be displayed only by a police officer who is assigned to enforce this title.

(f) A person convicted of a violation of subsection (d) or (e) of this section is subject to:

(1) For a first offense, a fine not exceeding $1,000;

(2) For a second offense, a fine not exceeding $2,000; and

(3) For a third or subsequent offense, a fine not exceeding $3,000.
Md. Code, Education § 24-1002 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 24 / Subtitle 10 / Section 24-1002
§24–1002.
Status: in_force

There is a Frederick Center for Research and Education in Science and Technology that is governed by the Frederick Center for Research and Education in Science and Technology Governing Board.
Md. Code, Education § 24-505 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 24 / Subtitle 5 / Section 24-505
§24–505.
Status: reserved

(a) The Historic St. Mary’s City Commission consists of the following members:

(1) Fourteen voting members who shall be appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate as follows:

(i) Three shall be distinguished scholars, one of whom shall be an archaeologist, one of whom shall be a colonial historian, and one of whom shall be an educator;

(ii) One shall be a representative from a prominent historical museum;

(iii) Three shall be members of the Maryland business community, one of whom is in business in the St. Mary’s County community;

(iv) Six shall be members of the general public, at least two of whom are residents of the St. Mary’s County community; and

(v) One shall be a representative of the Native American community, appointed in consultation with the Maryland Commission on Indian Affairs;

(2) Two voting members as follows:

(i) One member of the public, appointed by the President of the Senate; and

(ii) One member of the public, appointed by the Speaker of the House; and

(3) Two shall be ex officio members as follows:

(i) The chairman of the St. Mary’s College of Maryland Board of Trustees or the chairman’s designee who is a voting member; and

(ii) The President of the Historic St. Mary’s Foundation

who is a nonvoting member.

(b) The Governor shall consider statewide, regional, and minority representation in making appointments to the Commission.

(c) (1) The term of a member of the Commission, excluding an ex officio member, is 4 years and until a successor is appointed and qualifies. These terms are staggered as required by the terms of members as of July 1, 1997.

(2) A member appointed to fill a vacancy in an unexpired term serves only for the remainder of that term and until a successor is appointed and qualifies.

(3) A member may be appointed to no more than two full consecutive terms. A member who has served less than a full 4–year term may be reappointed to two full terms.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-1408 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 14 / Section 24-1408
§24–1408.
Status: in_force

The Department, in consultation with the Maryland Health Care Commission and the nursing home industry, shall adopt regulations to implement the provisions of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-1004 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 10 / Section 24-1004
§24–1004.
Status: reserved

(a) There is a theater beer, wine, and liquor license.

(b) The Board may issue the license to an applicant for the use of a theater that:

(1) is housed in a building;

(2) has a capacity to hold at least 100 permanently installed seats; and

(3) regularly presents live or cinematic entertainment.

(c) The license authorizes the license holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor at retail for on–premises consumption.

(d) Except from 2 a.m. to 6 a.m., the license holder may sell beer, wine, and liquor when the theater is open to the public.

(e) The license may not be transferred to another location.

(f) The annual license fee is $500.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-607 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 6 / Section 24-607
§24–607.
Status: in_force

(a) The Department shall adopt regulations to implement the provisions of this subtitle.

(b) The regulations shall include requirements for annual financial statements from each facility for at least the term of the bond used to finance any project at the facility.
Md. Code, Local Government § 24-105 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 24 / Subtitle 1 / Section 24-105
§24–105.
Status: in_force

(a) Each member:

(1) may appropriate funds to meet the expenses of the council; and

(2) may make nonmonetary contributions, including personnel services, use of equipment and office space, and other necessary services, as part of the member’s financial support.

(b) A council may accept grants and other monetary or nonmonetary contributions from the federal government, the State government, any other governmental unit, or any private source.
Md. Code, Education § 24-512 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 24 / Subtitle 5 / Section 24-512
§24–512.
Status: in_force

(a) Notwithstanding the provisions of Title 10, Subtitle 3 of the State Finance and Procurement Article, the Commission may sell, convey, assign, lease, or otherwise transfer or dispose of any real property acquired or held by it, and enter into any contracts incident thereto, for such term and such conditions as the Commission deems appropriate, except:

(1) Real property valued in excess of $5,000.00 may not be sold without the prior approval of the Board of Public Works; and

(2) Leases entered into by the Commission must be made in furtherance of the purposes of the Commission.

(b) (1) Except as otherwise set forth in this subtitle, the Commission is exempt from the provisions of Division II of the State Finance and Procurement Article, Division I of the State Personnel and Pensions Article, and the State Administrative Procedure Act.

(2) Capital projects of the Commission are subject to Titles 3 and 4 of the State Finance and Procurement Article to the extent of any appropriation of capital funds by the General Assembly.

(3) The Commission and its officers and employees are subject to:

(i) The Maryland Public Ethics Law established in Title 5 of the General Provisions Article;

(ii) The Public Information Act established in Title 4 of the General Provisions Article; and

(iii) The Open Meetings Act established in Title 3 of the General Provisions Article.

(c) The Commission shall procure noncapital goods and services in accordance with the procurement policies and procedures established by St. Mary’s College of Maryland pursuant to § 14-405 of this article.

(d) For purposes of applying for, receiving, and entering into agreements in connection with loans, grants, insurance, or other forms of financial assistance from the State or its agencies or instrumentalities, the Historic St. Mary’s City Commission may be deemed to be a:

(1) Public body within the meaning of the Maryland Industrial Development Financing Authority Act;

(2) Political subdivision within the meaning of the Maryland Industrial Land Act and the Maryland Industrial and Commercial Redevelopment Fund Act; and

(3) State or local project eligible under §§ 5-904 and 5-905 of the Natural Resources Article.

(e) All gifts of tangible or intangible property as well as cash donations to the Commission are charitable contributions eligible as a deduction against income taxes as permitted by State and federal law.
Md. Code, Transportation § 24-204 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 24 / Subtitle 2 / Section 24-204
§24–204.
Status: in_force

(a) If the State Highway Administration or a local authority finds that a highway under its jurisdiction or maintenance is in danger of serious damage from deterioration, rain, snow, or any other condition, the State Highway Administration or, by a resolution adopted by its governing body, the local authority may:

(1) Prohibit the operation of vehicles on the highway;

(2) Restrict the weight of vehicles permitted to drive on the highway; or

(3) Reduce the maximum speed limit for vehicles operating on the highway.

(b) (1) In this subsection, “vehicles supplying emergency service” means any vehicle designated by the local authority as a vehicle supplying emergency service, such as supplying fuel, fuel/oil, or milk.

(2) Notwithstanding any resolution adopted by a local authority under subsection (a) of this section, vehicles supplying emergency service may use the highway if written permission is obtained from the local authority.

(c) A restriction imposed by the State Highway Administration or a local authority under this section may not restrict the right to use a highway for:

(1) More than 60 consecutive days; or

(2) More than 90 days during any one calendar year.

(d) (1) If the State Highway Administration or a local authority imposes a restriction under this section, it shall place and maintain signs at each end of that part of the highway affected by the restriction. The signs shall state the restriction imposed on the use of the highway.

(2) A restriction adopted under this section is not effective unless the required signs are posted.

(e) (1) Unless the person has a written permit from the State Highway Administration or the appropriate local authority, a person, whether the owner of the vehicle, the person having charge and control over the vehicle, or an employee or agent of either, may not drive or cause to be driven any vehicle on any highway in violation of any restriction imposed under this section.

(2) In addition to any other penalty provided by law, any owner or person in control of a vehicle that is in violation of any restriction imposed under this section is liable to the State Highway Administration or the appropriate local authority for all damages sustained by a highway as a result of the violation.

(3) In the trial of a person charged with a violation of this section, oral testimony of the existence and contents of signs posted as required by this section is prima facie evidence of the validity of the restrictions stated on them.

(4) This section applies regardless of any public general or public local law to the contrary.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-301 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 3 / Section 24-301
§24–301.
Status: in_force

There is no liquor control board or department of liquor control in the county.
Md. Code, Transportation § 24-102 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 24 / Subtitle 1 / Section 24-102
§24–102.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, for purposes of this section, the width of a vehicle includes any load that it carries and shall be exclusive of safety and energy conservation devices, such as side mirrors, turn signal lamps, marker lamps, steps and handholds for entry and egress, flexible fender extensions, mudflaps and spray suppressant devices, and load-induced tire bulges; providing the equipment or device, other than mirrors, does not extend more than 3 inches on each side of the vehicle beyond the statutory width limitation.

(2) For purposes of this section, the width of a motor home or travel trailer shall be exclusive of retractable awnings installed by the vehicle manufacturer or dealer, provided that the awnings do not extend more than 6 inches from each side of the vehicle.

(b) This section does not apply to any:

(1) Farm equipment;

(2) Vehicle transporting farm equipment; or

(3) Vehicle carrying a load of forage crops in connection with harvesting operations, if the distance traveled with the load on the highways in this State is less than 5 miles.

(c) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, a vehicle may not be driven on any highway if the width of the vehicle exceeds 102 inches unless:

(i) It has a permit issued by the State Highway Administration under § 24–112 of this subtitle; or

(ii) As to a highway under the jurisdiction of a local authority, it has special permission from the local authority.

(2) (i) Notwithstanding paragraph (1) of this subsection, the State Highway Administration or a local authority may prohibit the use of a highway or part of a highway under its jurisdiction by a vehicle exceeding a certain width if it finds that a vehicle exceeding a certain width likely would:

1. Endanger road users;

2. Cause excessive deterioration to the highway; or

3. Harm property adjacent to the highway.

(ii) If the State Highway Administration or a local authority imposes a vehicle width restriction under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph, it shall place and maintain a sign providing notice of the restriction before the affected location.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-2603 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 26 / Section 24-2603
§24–2603.
Status: in_force

One–half of each fine imposed in the county shall be distributed as provided in § 7–507 of the Courts Article.
Md. Code, Public Utilities § 24-103 — MD Code / Article gpu / Title 24 / Subtitle 1 / Section 24-103
§24–103.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) A person shall obtain a permit from the Commission before the person may make a hookup with a water or sewer service line that the Commission constructs or maintains.

(2) A hookup shall be made under the conditions that the Commission authorizes.

(b) To prevent or eliminate leakage, loss of water, the unnecessary use of sewers, or other waste of water, the Commission may:

(1) at a reasonable time, enter a building or premises that has a connection with the water supply or sewer system under the jurisdiction of the Commission; and

(2) issue an order requiring a change in the plumbing, waterworks, or water or sewer connection that the Commission considers necessary.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-1303 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 13 / Section 24-1303
§24–1303.
Status: in_force

(a) Any county, municipal corporation, or nonprofit organization sponsoring a project involving work specified in § 24-1302 of this subtitle may apply to the Secretary for a State grant to be applied toward the cost of that project.

(b) The application for a grant shall include:

(1) Project plans for the work to be carried out;

(2) A statement listing the personnel employed or to be employed at the federally qualified health center, including all remuneration and perquisites for personal services and all other expenses paid or to be paid to the personnel;

(3) All other expenses incurred or to be incurred in operating the federally qualified health center; and

(4) The schedule of rates charged or to be charged for services rendered.

(c) On approval of a project and the project plans, the Secretary shall promptly report the application to the Board of Public Works, together with the Secretary’s recommendation that the Board make funds available as provided in this subtitle.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 24-404 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 24 / Subtitle 4 / Section 24-404
§24–404.
Status: in_force

Except as otherwise provided by a law of the State other than this title, property that a receiver or an owner acquires after appointment of the receiver is subject to a security agreement entered into before the appointment to the same extent as if the court had not appointed the receiver.
Md. Code, Education § 24-202 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 24 / Subtitle 2 / Section 24-202
§24–202.
Status: reserved

(a) The Maryland Public Broadcasting Commission consists of 11 members appointed by the Governor.

(b) (1) Each member of the Commission shall be a resident of this State.

(2) The members shall be broadly representative of this State as a whole and shall include individuals skilled in:

(i) Public or private elementary, secondary, or higher education;

(ii) Art, music, or drama;

(iii) Radio and television;

(iv) Libraries; and

(v) Any other field that the Governor considers appropriate for the Commission.

(3) The Commission shall include two members nominated by the State Board of Education.

(4) The State Superintendent of Schools shall serve ex officio.

(c) (1) Each appointed member of the Commission serves for a term of 5 years and until a successor is appointed and qualifies. These terms are staggered as required by the terms of the members serving on the Commission as of July 1, 1978.

(2) A member appointed to fill a vacancy in an unexpired term serves only for the remainder of that term and until a successor is appointed and qualifies.

(3) A member may be reappointed.

(d) Each member of the Commission:

(1) Serves without compensation; and

(2) Is entitled to reimbursement for expenses in accordance with the Standard State Travel Regulations.
Md. Code, Education § 24-207 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 24 / Subtitle 2 / Section 24-207
§24–207.
Status: in_force

(a) It is the public policy of the State that gifts, donations, bequests, private endowments, and private grants may be received by the Commission.

(b) (1) The Commission is encouraged to promote private fund–raising by strengthening institutional development activities and by maintaining relationships with affiliated foundations.

(2) (i) Affiliated foundations that are independently established for this purpose shall operate subject to policies adopted by the Commission and be approved for form and legal sufficiency by the Attorney General.

(ii) Those policies regarding or pertaining to conflict of interest, financial disclosure, or lobbying shall be reviewed and approved by the State Ethics Commission.

(3) (i) Sections 5–501 through 5–504 of the General Provisions Article do not bar an official or employee of the Commission from becoming a director or official of an independent foundation organized to foster fund–raising and provide related services for the benefit of the Commission.

(ii) An official or employee of the Commission who serves as a director or official of an independent foundation organized to foster fund–raising and provide related services for the benefit of the Commission:

1. May not be compensated by the foundation; and

2. May be reimbursed for bona fide expenses incurred in the performance of activities undertaken on behalf of the foundation as authorized by the board of directors of that foundation.

(4) (i) The Commission may not accept funds from an affiliated foundation unless the fiscal affairs of the affiliated foundation are audited annually by an independent certified public accountant.

(ii) The independent certified public accountant shall send copies of each annual audit report to the Commission.

(c) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, the Commission shall keep confidential the name, address, telephone number, contribution amount, and all other personal and financial information of any individual who makes a donation to the Commission.

(2) To the extent the Commission determines that the sharing of information will contribute to the fund-raising efforts of the Commission, the Commission may share information about an individual who makes a donation to the Commission with nonprofit or governmental entities under terms set by the Commission.
Md. Code, Insurance § 24-207 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 24 / Subtitle 2 / Section 24-207
§24–207.
Status: in_force

(a) Each policyholder is subject to assessment as provided in §§ 3-110, 3-111, and 3-112 of this article.

(b) Notwithstanding subsection (a) of this section, if the Society meets all applicable requirements of this article about the sale of nonassessable policies, including the requirements of §§ 4-104, 4-105, and 4-106 of this article, the Society may issue nonassessable policies subject to:

(1) § 3-113 of this article;

(2) all other applicable provisions of this article; and

(3) the Corporations and Associations Article.
Md. Code, Education § 24-1305 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 24 / Subtitle 13 / Section 24-1305
§24–1305.
Status: in_force

§24–1305. IN EFFECT

// EFFECTIVE UNTIL JUNE 30, 2028 PER CHAPTER 677 OF 2021 //

(a) The Governor shall include in the annual budget bill an appropriation for the Pilot Program in the amount of:

(1) $300,000 in fiscal year 2023;

(2) $330,000 in fiscal year 2024;

(3) $363,000 in fiscal year 2025; and

(4) $363,000 in fiscal year 2026.

(b) Funding appropriated under this section shall be provided to:

(1) The Commission for:

(i) Costs associated with the administration of the Pilot Program, including a designated employee responsible for the administration of the Pilot Program;

(ii) Grants made to institutions of postsecondary education that participate in the Pilot Program; and

(iii) Stipends provided to student mentors who participate in the Pilot Program; and

(2) The Division for costs associated with the administration of the Pilot Program within the Division, including a designated employee responsible for the administration of the Pilot Program.

(c) On or before December 15, 2022, and each December 15 through 2026, a governing entity shall report to the Commission on the number of incarcerated individuals enrolled in the Pilot Program at the institution in the current academic year.

(d) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, each year the Commission shall allocate funds to institutions of postsecondary education that participate in the Pilot Program on a pro rata basis, according to the most recent enrollment data required under subsection (c) of this section.

(2) Institutions of postsecondary education must collectively aim to enroll at least 40 incarcerated individuals, to be divided among the institutions, to qualify for an allocation of funds under this subsection.
Md. Code, Insurance § 24-210 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 24 / Subtitle 2 / Section 24-210
§24–210.
Status: in_force

(a) Notwithstanding any other provision of this subtitle, the Society may establish, own, or control a subsidiary for any business purpose.

(b) A subsidiary that is established, owned, or controlled by the Society is not subject to this subtitle.

(c) (1) A subsidiary of the Society is not and may not be deemed a department, unit, agency, or instrumentality of the State for any purpose.

(2) The State may not be held in any way liable or responsible for any of the debts, claims, obligations, or liabilities of a subsidiary of the Society or the Society.

(d) Without the prior approval of the Board of Directors, including at least 80% of the physician members of the Board of Directors, the Society may not directly or indirectly capitalize, transfer moneys to, or purchase stock in an insurance subsidiary beyond the $3,250,000 used by the Society before December 31, 1989, to capitalize the insurance subsidiaries.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-705 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 7 / Section 24-705
§24–705.
Status: in_force

(a) The Board of Public Works shall make allocations from funds available under this subtitle in accordance with this subtitle.

(b) The Board shall certify the allocations to the proper State officers, and the Treasurer shall make payments to or on behalf of the applicant, when needed, for the approved project.

(c) The Board of Public Works may adopt regulations to implement this section.
Md. Code, Insurance § 24-311 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 24 / Subtitle 3 / Section 24-311
§24–311.
Status: reserved

(a) Except as provided in subsections (b) and (c) of this section, on October 1, 2013, all the functions, powers, duties, assets, real and personal property, accounts, liabilities, contracts, and obligations of the Fund shall be irrevocably transferred to the Company, including liability for all claims, whether known or unknown, arising out of any insurance policy previously issued by the Fund.

(b) Any contract or agreement with the State for the third party administration of the State’s Self–Insured Workers’ Compensation Program for State Employees may not be transferred or assigned to the Company until the Fund no longer has employees.

(c) The Fund shall retain those assets necessary to perform its duties under Title 10 of the Labor and Employment Article.
Md. Code, Education § 24-504 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 24 / Subtitle 5 / Section 24-504
§24–504.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The Historic St. Mary’s City Commission is an instrumentality of the State to be known as the Historic St. Mary’s Commission or any name that the Commission may adopt, provided the resolution adopting any change in name is filed promptly with the Secretary of State.

(2) The exercise by the Commission of the powers conferred by this subtitle is the performance of an essential public function.

(3) The Commission is an independent unit in the Executive Branch of government that operates in the Office of the Governor.

(b) The Commission may:

(1) Make contracts or other legal agreements or arrangements necessary or incidental to the exercise of its powers and performance of its duties;

(2) Sue and be sued;

(3) Implead and be impleaded;

(4) Complain and defend in all courts;

(5) Adopt and alter an official seal; and

(6) Adopt bylaws, rules and guidelines to regulate its affairs and the conduct of its business.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-902 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 9 / Section 24-902
§24–902.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Class B beer, wine, and liquor license.

(b) The Board may issue the license for use in a restaurant approved by the Board that is equipped with:

(1) an indoor, outdoor, or combination indoor and outdoor dining area; and

(2) facilities for preparing and serving meals to the public.

(c) The annual license fee is $2,000.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-1007 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 10 / Section 24-1007
§24–1007.
Status: in_force

The Department shall adopt regulations to implement the provisions of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Insurance § 24-209 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 24 / Subtitle 2 / Section 24-209
§24–209.
Status: in_force

(a) Policies that the Society issues to each class of physicians and other health care providers shall be essentially uniform in terms and conditions of coverage.

(b) Notwithstanding subsection (a) of this section, the Society may:

(1) establish reasonable classifications of physicians and other health care providers, insured activities, and exposures based on a good faith determination of relative exposures and hazards among classifications;

(2) vary the limits, coverages, exclusions, conditions, and loss-sharing provisions among classifications; and

(3) establish, for an individual physician or other health care provider within a classification, reasonable variations in the terms of coverage, including deductibles and loss-sharing provisions, based on the insured’s prior loss experience and current professional training and capability.

(c) (1) In this subsection, “nursing facility” has the meaning stated in § 19-301 of the Health - General Article.

(2) The Society may not deny, cancel, or refuse to renew medical professional liability insurance coverage for a physician, based solely on the physician’s:

(i) employment by, or provision of health care services at, an assisted living or nursing facility;

(ii) provision of mammography services; or

(iii) provision of services in an emergency room.
Md. Code, Insurance § 24-201 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 24 / Subtitle 2 / Section 24-201
§24–201.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Health care facility” has the meaning stated in § 19–114 of the Health – General Article.

(c) “Health care provider” means a person licensed or authorized to practice a health occupation.

(d) “Physician” means an individual who:

(1) is licensed to practice medicine in the State; or

(2) lawfully practices medicine without a license under § 14–302 (a)(1) through (4) of the Health Occupations Article.

(e) “Practice medicine” has the meaning stated in § 14–101 of the Health Occupations Article.

(f) “Society” means the Medical Mutual Liability Insurance Society of Maryland.

(g) “Surplus” does not include debt of the Society incurred in accordance with § 3–116(a)(1) of this article to enable it to comply with a surplus requirement.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-301.1 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 3 / Section 24-301.1
§24–301.
Status: reserved

§24–301.1.

(a) Subject to subsection (d) of this section, the Department shall adopt regulations that govern the selling and dispensing of plano and zero-powered contact lenses and plano and zero-powered replacement contact lenses.

(b) A person may not knowingly sell or dispense contact lenses or replacement contact lenses without a valid and unexpired prescription or replacement contact lens prescription.

(c) A person who violates any provision of this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000.

(d) This section does not limit the right of the State Board of Examiners in Optometry to regulate an optometrist who knowingly sells or dispenses contact lenses or replacement contact lenses without a valid and unexpired prescription or replacement contact lens prescription.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-402 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 4 / Section 24-402
§24–402.
Status: in_force

A holder of a manufacturer’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, Land Use § 24-303 — MD Code / Article glu / Title 24 / Subtitle 3 / Section 24-303
§24–303.
Status: in_force

(a) In accordance with this section, the district council may adopt local laws that establish procedures and requirements for the execution of agreements.

(b) A local law adopted under this section by the district council shall authorize the county planning board to:

(1) if approved by the district council or County Executive, execute agreements affecting real property in the portion of the regional district in Montgomery County with a person having a legal or equitable interest in the property; and

(2) if requested by any party, include a reviewing entity as an additional party to the agreement.

(c) A local law adopted under this section may specify the circumstances under which a person may request the negotiation and execution of an agreement, including:

(1) the size, use, zoning, or staging plan of the proposed development; or

(2) other relevant factors, including:

(i) the provision of public benefits or amenities; or

(ii) growth management policies adopted by the county.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-1104 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 11 / Section 24-1104
§24–1104.
Status: in_force

(a) The Trust Fund consists of two accounts.

(b) (1) One account holds the proceeds from the sale or long–term lease of property and equipment resulting from the sale or long–term lease of Developmental Disabilities Administration facilities.

(2) One account holds the proceeds from the sale or long–term lease of property and equipment resulting from the sale or long–term lease of Behavioral Health Administration facilities.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-808 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 8 / Section 24-808
§24–808.
Status: in_force

No Program staff member or Program participant may be found guilty of violating § 5–601, § 5–619, § 5–620, § 5–902, or § 5–904 of the Criminal Law Article for possessing or distributing controlled paraphernalia or drug paraphernalia whenever the possession or distribution of the controlled paraphernalia or drug paraphernalia is a direct result of the employee’s or participant’s activities in connection with the work of the Program authorized under this subtitle.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 24-501 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 24 / Subtitle 5 / Section 24-501
§24–501.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (b) of this section, the court may issue an order under this title only after notice and an opportunity for a hearing.

(b) The court may issue an order under this title:

(1) If the circumstances require issuance of an order before notice is given, without prior notice;

(2) If the circumstances require issuance of an order before a hearing is held, after notice and without a prior hearing; or

(3) If no interested party timely requests a hearing, after notice and without a hearing.

(c) The receiver shall file periodically with the court a master service list consisting of the names, mailing addresses, and, where available, facsimile numbers and e–mail addresses of:

(1) The respondent;

(2) The receiver;

(3) All persons joined as parties in the receivership;

(4) All persons known by the receiver to have asserted any ownership of or lien in receivership property;

(5) All persons that have filed a notice of appearance in accordance with this section; and

(6) Any attorney of record.

(d) Except as otherwise provided in this title, and unless the court orders otherwise, a motion shall be served in accordance with the Maryland Rules on:

(1) All persons on the master service list;

(2) All persons that have asserted an ownership interest or lien in receivership property that is the subject of the motion;

(3) All persons that are identified in the motion as directly affected by the relief requested; and

(4) Any other person as the court may direct.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-805 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 8 / Section 24-805
§24–805.
Status: in_force

(a) The Commissioner of Health shall appoint a Director for the Program.

(b) With the advice of the oversight committee, the Director shall develop and revise as necessary:

(1) Program operating procedures for the distribution and exchange of hypodermic needles and syringes to injecting drug users;

(2) A community outreach and education program; and

(3) A protocol for providing referrals for Program participants to substance abuse treatment and rehabilitation.

(c) The Director shall submit the operating procedures, the plan for a community outreach and education program, and the addiction treatment referral protocol to the Commissioner of Health or the Commissioner’s designee for approval prior to the implementation of revised procedures.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-2602 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 26 / Section 24-2602
§24–2602.
Status: in_force

In addition to the sheriff who may serve a summons under § 6–204 of this article, an inspector that the Board employs may serve a summons.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 24-2006 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 24 / Subtitle 20 / Section 24-2006
§24–2006.
Status: in_force

An individual may consume alcoholic beverages on any licensed premises from midnight to 4 a.m. on January 1.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-2006 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 20 / Section 24-2006
§24–2006.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to subsection (b) of this section, all information and records acquired by the review team in the exercise of its purpose and duties under this subtitle:

(1) Are confidential and exempt from disclosure under the Public Information Act; and

(2) May be disclosed only as necessary to carry out the review team’s purpose and duties.

(b) (1) Mental health records are subject to the additional limitations under § 4–307 of this article for disclosure of a medical record developed primarily in connection with the provision of mental health services.

(2) Substance abuse treatment records are subject to any additional limitations for disclosure or redisclosure of a medical record developed in connection with the provision of substance abuse treatment services under State law or 42 U.S.C. § 290DD–2 and 42 C.F.R. Part 2.

(c) Statistical compilations of data that do not contain any information that would allow the identification of any person to be ascertained are public records.

(d) Reports of the review team that do not contain any information that would allow the identification of any person to be ascertained are public information.

(e) Except as necessary to carry out the review team’s purpose and duties, members of the review team and persons attending the review team meeting may not disclose:

(1) What transpired at a meeting that is not public under § 24–2005 of this subtitle; or

(2) Any information the disclosure of which is prohibited by this section.

(f) (1) Members of the review team, individuals attending the review team meeting, and individuals who present information to the review team may not be questioned in any civil or criminal proceeding about information presented in or opinions formed as a result of a meeting.

(2) This subsection does not prohibit an individual from testifying to information that is obtained independently of the review team or that is public information.

(g) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, information, documents, or records of the review team are not subject to subpoena, discovery, or introduction into evidence in any civil or criminal proceeding.

(2) Information, documents, or records otherwise available from other sources are not immune from subpoena, discovery, or introduction into evidence through those sources solely because they were presented during proceedings of the review team or are maintained by the review team.
Md. Code, Education § 24-516 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 24 / Subtitle 5 / Section 24-516
§24–516.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to this Part IV of this subtitle, the Commission may at any time and from time to time issue bonds, bond anticipation notes, or other obligations, (herein referred to as “bonds”), and may use the proceeds or the earnings from the investment thereon for any authorized purpose, including the establishment of reserves and the payment of interest.

(b) (1) The Commission may issue bonds only if it determines that the issuance is necessary to achieve the purposes of this subtitle.

(2) The determination under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall be made by the chairman of the Commission.

(c) (1) The Commission shall submit each proposed issue of bonds to the Board of Public Works and shall obtain the approval of the Board of Public Works for the proposed issue prior to issuance of the bonds.

(2) In submitting a proposal to issue bonds to the Board of Public Works, the Commission shall identify the source of revenue that supports the debt service on the bonds.

(3) The Board of Public Works may not approve the issuance of bonds by the Commission that will result in more than $3,000,000 in an aggregate outstanding and unpaid principal balance of bonds for the Commission at any time.

(d) Except as otherwise expressly required by this subtitle, the Commission may issue the bonds without:

(1) Obtaining the consent of any other unit of State government;

(2) Any proceedings; or

(3) The occurrence of any conditions.

(e) (1) The Commission shall by resolution authorize any bonds that it issues.

(2) The Commission may secure the bonds by a resolution or trust agreement between the Commission and a corporate trustee or trustees, which may be any trust company or bank having the powers of a trust company within or without the State.

(f) Proceeds of bonds and the investment income from such bonds shall be deposited by the Commission in any State or national bank or federally insured savings and loan association having a total paid-in capital of at least $1,000,000. The trust department of any State or national bank or savings and loan association, or trust company, may be designated as a depository to receive any securities acquired or owned by the corporation.
Md. Code, Transportation § 24-113.3 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 24 / Subtitle 1 / Section 24-113.3
§24–113.
Status: in_force

§24–113.3.

(a) Notwithstanding any other provision of this title, the Secretary, by regulation, may determine that a vehicle or combination of vehicles transporting manifested international freight as the only load of the vehicle or combination of vehicles in a sealed, seagoing container on a semitrailer is transporting an indivisible load, provided that the vehicle or combination of vehicles is issued a permit under this section and:

(1) Is carrying not more than 100,000 pounds gross maximum vehicle weight;

(2) Has the minimum number of axles required by the permit;

(3) Does not exceed the maximum axle weight or axle spacing requirements, as established by regulation or specified on the permit;

(4) Is traveling only during the hours as established by regulation or specified on the permit;

(5) Adheres to a unique maximum speed limit specified on the permit; and

(6) Is traveling only on State or county highways that are:

(i) On the specific route established by regulation and specified on the permit between the Seagirt Marine Terminal and a destination authorized by the Secretary, with no deviation from the specific route; and

(ii) Specifically designated by the Secretary as being part of a “heavy weight port corridor”.

(b) (1) The Secretary shall adopt regulations, consistent with this section, for the issuance of permits for vehicles described under subsection (a) of this section.

(2) The regulations adopted under this subsection:

(i) May set permit fees; and

(ii) Shall establish axle and gross weight requirements, routes, and other necessary criteria.
Md. Code, Education § 24-518 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 24 / Subtitle 5 / Section 24-518
§24–518.
Status: in_force

The bonds that the Commission issues shall:

(1) Be issued at, above, or below par value, for cash or other valuable consideration, and mature at a time or times, whether as serial bonds or as term bonds or both, not exceeding 30 years from their respective dates of issue;

(2) Bear interest at the fixed or variable rate or rates determined by the method provided in the resolution or trust agreement;

(3) Be payable at a time or times, in the denominations and form, either coupon or registered or both, and carry the registration and privileges as to conversion and for the replacement of mutilated, lost, or destroyed bonds as the resolution or trust agreement may provide;

(4) Notwithstanding any other law, be deemed a “security” within the meaning of § 8-102 of the Commercial Law Article, whether or not it is either one of a class or a series or by its terms is divisible into a class or series of instruments and negotiable for all purposes although payable from a limited source;

(5) Be payable in lawful money of the United States at a designated place;

(6) Be subject to the terms of purchase, payment, redemption, refunding, or refinancing that the resolution or trust agreement provides;

(7) Be executed by the manual or facsimile signatures of the officers of the Commission designated by the Commission, which signatures shall be valid at delivery even for an officer who has ceased to hold office; and

(8) Be sold in the manner and on the terms determined by the Commission, including private or negotiated sale and be exempt from §§ 8-206, 8-208, 8-209, and 8-213 through 8-221 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.
Md. Code, Public Utilities § 24-203 — MD Code / Article gpu / Title 24 / Subtitle 2 / Section 24-203
§24–203.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “public access point” includes a parking lot, playground, picnic area, boat launching ramp, or park.

(b) Within 24 hours after a leak is reported, the Commission shall post warning signs at each public access point to a waterway that becomes contaminated by a leak in a sanitary sewer line, pipe, or fixture that is connected to the sanitary sewer system of the Commission.

(c) A warning sign posted under this section shall include:

(1) the source and date of discovery of the leak; and

(2) the contact information, including a telephone number, of the Commission for members of the general public to use for obtaining additional information.

(d) The Commission:

(1) shall post the warning signs downstream from the leak in accordance with regulations adopted by the Commission; and

(2) is not required to post any warning sign upstream from a leak.

(e) The Commission shall adopt regulations to implement this section, including regulations concerning:

(1) the minimum distance from the source of a leak within which warning signs must be posted; and

(2) the form and content of the warning signs.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 24-403 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 24 / Subtitle 4 / Section 24-403
§24–403.
Status: in_force

(a) This section applies only to a retiree who has retired with a service retirement allowance or a disability retirement allowance or a former member who has retired with a deferred vested allowance.

(b) On the death of a retiree or former member, the Board of Trustees shall pay 80% of the retiree’s retirement allowance:

(1) to the surviving spouse; or

(2) if there is no surviving spouse or if the surviving spouse dies, to any children of the deceased retiree who are under 18 years of age or disabled, as defined under § 72(m)(7) of the Internal Revenue Code, in accordance with subsection (c) of this section.

(c) (1) Except as provided in paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection, if the Board of Trustees pays an allowance to more than one child, the Board of Trustees shall divide the allowance among the children in a manner that provides for payments to continue until:

(i) each child has died; or

(ii) each child becomes 18 years old.

(2) Notwithstanding paragraph (1)(ii) of this subsection, a surviving child who is disabled shall continue to receive an allowance under paragraph (1) of this subsection past the age of 18 years, if the child continues to be disabled.

(3) (i) If a surviving child receiving an allowance under paragraph (1) of this subsection is disabled, as defined under § 72(m)(7) of the Internal Revenue Code, the Board of Trustees shall pay to the disabled surviving child an allowance equal to the total of the allowances paid under paragraph (1) of this subsection after:

1. all other nondisabled surviving children have died; or

2. the youngest nondisabled surviving child becomes 18 years old.

(ii) If more than one surviving child is disabled, as defined under § 72(m)(7) of the Internal Revenue Code, the allowance payable under this paragraph shall be divided equally among the disabled children.
Md. Code, Health - General § 24-303 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 24 / Subtitle 3 / Section 24-303
§24–303.
Status: in_force

(a) A person may not sell methyl methacrylate liquid monomer to a beauty salon, as defined in § 5-101 of the Business Occupations and Professions Article.

(b) A person that violates any provision of this section or any regulation adopted by the Secretary under this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000 for each violation.