Md. Code, Local Government § 1-1319 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 1 / Subtitle 13 / Section 1-1319
§1–1319.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Condominium association” means a council of unit owners, as defined in § 11–109 of the Real Property Article, subject to the provisions of the Maryland Condominium Act.

(3) “Homeowners association” means a homeowners association, as defined in § 11B–101 of the Real Property Article, subject to the provisions of the Maryland Homeowners Association Act.

(b) (1) A county or municipality may establish a local trust fund or other appropriate fund for the purpose of repairing or rehabilitating infrastructure within communities that are subject to the requirements of the Maryland Condominium Act or the Maryland Homeowners Association Act.

(2) A fund created under paragraph (1) of this subsection:

(i) may be used, at the discretion of a county or municipality, for the repair of infrastructure that is traditionally maintained by the county or municipality for the benefit of the public, including roads and stormwater management facilities; and

(ii) may not be used to repair or replace recreational facilities used for the exclusive use or benefit of the members of a condominium association or homeowners association or their guests.

(c) (1) A fund established by a county or municipality under subsection (b) of this section shall consist of:

(i) property tax revenues paid to the county or municipality by unit owners in a condominium or lot owners in a homeowners association;

(ii) other appropriations made by the county or municipality for the benefit of the fund;

(iii) gifts or donations made to the fund; and

(iv) investment earnings of the fund.

(2) A county or municipality shall assign property tax revenues paid to the county or municipality by the unit owners in a condominium association or the lot owners in a homeowners association to a fund established in accordance with this section as follows:

(i) 25% of the revenues per year for any condominium association or homeowners association that has not received support from the fund since the date on which the fund was established; and

(ii) not less than 10% but not more than 25% of the revenues per year for any condominium association or homeowners association that has received support from the fund since the date on which the fund was established.

(d) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, a county or a municipality may establish eligibility requirements for the award of funds to a condominium association or homeowners association.

(2) (i) A county or municipality shall prioritize support for condominium associations and homeowners associations that exhibit the greatest need for infrastructure repair or rehabilitation.

(ii) When evaluating the need for funding to support infrastructure repair, a county or municipality may consider the availability of other funds and resources on which a condominium association or homeowners association may rely.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 1A-306 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 1A / Subtitle 3 / Section 1A-306
§1A–306.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The Board shall provide for the term and renewal of licenses under this section.

(2) The term of a license may not be more than 3 years.

(3) A license expires at the end of its term, unless the license is renewed for a term as provided by the Board.

(b) At least 1 month before the license expires, the Board shall send to the licensee, by electronic means or first–class mail to the last known electronic or physical address of the licensee, a renewal notice that states:

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

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

(3) The amount of the renewal fee.

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

(1) Otherwise is entitled to be licensed;

(2) Pays to the Board a renewal fee set by the Board; and

(3) Submits to the Board:

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

(ii) Satisfactory evidence of compliance with any continuing education requirements set under this section for license renewal.

(d) In addition to any other qualifications and requirements established by the Board, the Board may establish continuing education requirements as a condition to the renewal of licenses under this section.

(e) The Board shall renew the license of and issue a renewal certificate to each licensee who meets the requirements of this section.

(f) An acupuncturist has a grace period of 30 days after the acupuncturist’s license expires in which to renew it retroactively, if the acupuncturist:

(1) Otherwise is entitled to have the license renewed; and

(2) Pays to the Board the renewal fee and any late fee set by the Board.

(g) A licensee may advertise only as permitted by regulations adopted by the Board.
Md. Code, Local Government § 1-801 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 1 / Subtitle 8 / Section 1-801
§1–801.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) In this section, “federal project” means any federal work, improvement, or project.

(2) “Federal project” includes:

(i) dredging projects;

(ii) flood control projects; and

(iii) other federal river, harbor, and navigation works and improvements.

(b) This section applies to the following governmental entities:

(1) counties;

(2) municipalities;

(3) public corporations;

(4) special districts; and

(5) any other political subdivisions.

(c) A governmental entity may:

(1) assist the United States or a federal agency in constructing, financing, maintaining, using, or operating a federal project, including agreeing to terms of local cooperation required by the United States or a federal agency;

(2) enter into a contract with the United States or a federal agency, in the form required by the United States or federal agency, obligating the governmental entity to:

(i) construct, finance, maintain, use, or operate a federal project; or

(ii) arrange, contract for, or supervise the construction, financing, maintenance, use, or operation of a federal project;

(3) appropriate or obligate money and obtain private loans or financing to pay for its share of the cost of a federal project;

(4) accept and use federal grants or loans to assist in the construction, financing, maintenance, use, or operation of a federal project;

(5) purchase or, in accordance with Title 12 of the Real Property Article, condemn land and interests in land necessary for a federal project and transfer any interest in that land to the United States or a federal agency; and

(6) enter property and waters to conduct surveys, soundings, and examinations in furtherance of a federal project.
Md. Code, Correctional Services § 1-201 — MD Code / Article gcs / Title 1 / Subtitle 2 / Section 1-201
§1–201.
Status: in_force

A requirement in this article that a document be verified means that the document shall be verified by a declaration made under the penalties of perjury that the matters and facts contained in the document are true to the best of the knowledge, information, and belief of the individual making the declaration.
Md. Code, General Provisions § 1-116 — MD Code / Article ggp / Title 1 / Subtitle 1 / Section 1-116
§1–116.
Status: in_force

“Uniformed services” has the meaning stated in § 9–901 of the State Government Article.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 1-405 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 1 / Subtitle 4 / Section 1-405
§1–405.
Status: in_force

(a) For convenience of administration of this subtitle, the general classes of goods under this subtitle are:

(1) raw or partly prepared materials.

(2) animal products.

(3) baggage, animal equipments, portfolios, and pocketbooks.

(4) music and audio.

(5) candles and essential oils.

(6) chemicals and chemical compositions.

(7) computers and peripherals.

(8) smokers’ articles, not including tobacco products.

(9) explosives, firearms, equipments, and projectiles.

(10) fertilizers.

(11) applications and software.

(12) construction materials.

(13) hardware and plumbing and steam–fitting supplies.

(14) flowers and plants.

(15) oils and greases.

(16) cannabis.

(17) novelties and souvenirs.

(18) medicines and pharmaceutical preparations.

(19) vehicles.

(20) small and large appliances.

(21) electrical apparatus, machines, and supplies.

(22) games, toys, and sporting goods.

(23) cutlery, machinery, and tools, and parts thereof.

(24) boats and marine items.

(25) educational materials.

(26) measuring and scientific appliances.

(27) horological instruments.

(28) jewelry and precious metalware.

(29) eyewear.

(30) crockery, earthenware, and porcelain.

(31) home goods.

(32) furniture and upholstery.

(33) glassware.

(34) heating, lighting, and ventilating apparatus.

(35) belting, hose, machinery packing, and nonmetallic tires.

(36) musical instruments and supplies.

(37) paper and stationery.

(38) prints and publications.

(39) clothing.

(40) fancy goods, furnishings and notions.

(41) office goods.

(42) knitted, netted and textile fabrics, and substitutes therefor.

(43) security devices.

(44) dental, medical, and surgical appliances.

(45) soft drinks and carbonated waters.

(46) food and ingredients of food.

(47) wines.

(48) malt beverages and liquors.

(49) distilled alcoholic liquors.

(50) merchandise not otherwise classified.

(51) cosmetics and toiletries.

(52) detergents and soaps.

(b) For convenience of administration of this subtitle, the general classes of services under this subtitle are:

(53) miscellaneous.

(54) advertising and business.

(55) insurance and financial.

(56) construction and repair.

(57) communications.

(58) transportation and storage.

(59) material treatment.

(60) education and entertainment.

(61) employment and employee benefits.

(62) gardening and farming.

(63) shipping and packaging.

(64) government services.

(65) hospitality and lodging.

(66) community service and volunteering.

(67) religious services and charity.

(68) senior services.

(69) research and development.

(70) animal and pest.

(71) social clubs.

(72) security and police.

(73) artistry and design.

(74) real estate and settlement.

(75) mental health and wellness.

(76) medical, vision, and dental health.

(77) restaurant and food preparation.

(78) fitness and beauty.

(79) janitorial and landscape.

(80) legal and consulting.

(81) sports and recreation.

(82) child services.

(83) funeral.

(84) recycling and disposal.

(85) cannabis services.

(c) The classification of goods and services in this section does not limit or extend the rights of an applicant or registrant.
Md. Code, Natural Resources § 1-901 — MD Code / Article gnr / Title 1 / Subtitle 9 / Section 1-901
§1–901.
Status: in_force

(a) In this subtitle, “Program” means the Recreational License Incentive Discount Program.

(b) There is a Recreational License Incentive Discount Program in the Department.

(c) The Program is established to provide incentives for eligible individuals to obtain recreational fishing and hunting licenses.

(d) (1) In administering the Program, the Department may offer incentive discounts for recreational fishing and hunting licenses issued under §§ 4–604, 4–745, and 10–301 of this article.

(2) An incentive discount offered or provided under the Program:

(i) May not exceed 50% of the underlying license fee; and

(ii) May be offered or provided for a specific recreational license only to an individual who has not held that license within the previous 2 years.

(e) The Department may adopt regulations to implement this section.
Md. Code, Land Use § 1-201 — MD Code / Article glu / Title 1 / Subtitle 2 / Section 1-201
§1–201.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The planning principles under subsection (b) of this section are collectively intended to create sustainable communities and to protect the environment in order to foster a high quality of life for all residents of the State.

(2) To accomplish the goals under paragraph (1) of this subsection, residents should be active partners in the planning and implementation of community initiatives and sensitive to their responsibilities as stewards in balancing and achieving community goals.

(b) In addition to the requirements of § 3–201(a) and (b) of this article, a planning commission shall implement the following planning principles through the comprehensive plan described in Title 3 of this article:

(1) land: optimize productivity of working landscapes, including farms and forests, and fisheries, and prioritize development within population centers that are in proximity to existing infrastructure and facilities;

(2) transportation: prioritize transportation networks that create energy efficient, affordable, and reliable access to jobs, housing, and services;

(3) housing: enable a mix of quality housing types and affordability options to accommodate all who want to live in the State;

(4) economy: allow for adaptive reuse, mixed–use, and context appropriate new development that responds to changing markets and innovations;

(5) equity: engage all sectors of the community in plan development to ensure diverse voices are heard and the needs of underserved populations are prioritized;

(6) resilience: integrate resiliency measures that will minimize the impacts of rapid and unexpected natural– and human–caused threats on communities;

(7) place: provide for public spaces that encourage social interaction and value cultural, historical, and natural resources; and

(8) ecology: protect and restore sensitive ecological systems and conserve natural resources, including forests, agricultural areas, and waterways.
Md. Code, Corporations and Associations § 1-403 — MD Code / Article gca / Title 1 / Subtitle 4 / Section 1-403
§1–403.
Status: in_force

(a) Unless a lack of power or capacity is asserted in a proceeding described in this section, an act of a corporation or a transfer of real or personal property by or to the corporation is not invalid or unenforceable solely because the corporation lacked the power or capacity to take the action.

(b) (1) Lack of corporate power or capacity may be asserted by a stockholder in a proceeding to enjoin the corporation from doing an act or from transferring or acquiring real or personal property.

(2) If the act or transfer sought to be enjoined is based on a contract to which the corporation is a party and if all parties to the contract are parties to the proceeding, the court may set the contract aside and enjoin its performance.

(3) The court may award compensatory damages to any party to the contract who suffers a loss because of the action of the court. However, the court may not award compensatory damages for loss of anticipated profits to be derived from performance of the contract.

(c) Lack of corporate power or capacity may be asserted by the corporation in a suit brought in its name by the corporation or its receiver, trustee, other legal representative, or in a representative suit brought by a stockholder against its present or former officers or directors.

(d) Lack of corporate power or capacity may be asserted by the Attorney General in a proceeding for the forfeiture of the charter of the corporation or to enjoin it from transacting unauthorized business.
Md. Code, Environment § 1-303 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 1 / Subtitle 3 / Section 1-303
§1–303.
Status: in_force

(a) A criminal prosecution or a suit for a civil penalty by the Department for violation of any provision of this article or any rule, regulation, order, or permit adopted or issued under this article, shall be instituted within 3 years after the date the Department knew or reasonably should have known of the violation.

(b) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, an action for an administrative penalty by the Department for violation of any provision of this article or any rule, regulation, order, or permit adopted or issued under this article, shall be instituted within 5 years after the date the Department knew or reasonably should have known of the violation.

(2) The statute of limitations for an action for an administrative penalty for an ongoing violation shall be tolled until the action that caused the ongoing violation has ceased.

(c) A suit for a civil penalty by a political subdivision for violation of any provision of this article or any rule, regulation, order, or permit adopted or issued under this article, or for a violation under any regulatory program the political subdivision is required to adopt and enforce under the provisions of this article, shall be instituted within 3 years after the date the political subdivision knew or reasonably should have known of the violation.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 1-302 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 1 / Subtitle 3 / Section 1-302
§1–302.
Status: in_force

This subtitle applies to each private business, occupation, private institution, and profession, whether or not carried on for profit.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 1-409 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 1 / Subtitle 4 / Section 1-409
§1–409.
Status: in_force

(a) The Secretary of State shall register the mark of and issue a certificate of registration to each applicant who meets the requirements of this subtitle.

(b) The Secretary of State shall include on each certificate of registration:

(1) the signature of the Secretary of State, under the seal of the Secretary of State;

(2) the name of the registrant;

(3) the business of the registrant;

(4) the address of the registrant;

(5) for a registrant that is a corporation, the state of incorporation;

(6) the date that the registrant claims to have first used the mark anywhere;

(7) the date that the registrant claims to have first used the mark in the State;

(8) a description of the goods or services with which the registrant uses the mark;

(9) the class under § 1–405 of this subtitle to which the goods or services belong;

(10) a full description of the mark;

(11) the date of registration; and

(12) the term of registration.
Md. Code, Local Government § 1-1404 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 1 / Subtitle 14 / Section 1-1404
§1–1404.
Status: in_force

An ordinance that creates an authority shall establish a board to govern the authority and shall include provisions for:

(1) appointment procedures;

(2) powers of the board;

(3) removal procedures;

(4) term lengths; and

(5) the election of a chair.
Md. Code, Natural Resources § 1-102 — MD Code / Article gnr / Title 1 / Subtitle 1 / Section 1-102
§1–102.
Status: in_force

(a) The Department shall include all units, programs, boards, commissions, and advisory boards and commissions referenced in this article.

(b) The following units are also included in this Department:

(1) The Maryland Membership Unit of the Interstate Commission of the Potomac River Basin;

(2) The Maryland Membership Unit of the Susquehanna River Basin Commission;

(3) The Maryland Membership Unit of the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission;

(4) The Maryland Membership Unit of the Potomac River Fisheries Commission;

(5) The Maryland Membership Unit of the Interstate Oil and Gas Compact Commission; and

(6) The Maryland Membership Unit of the Interstate Mining Commission.

(c) (1) Unless otherwise provided by this article, each advisory commission created by law consists of five members appointed by the Governor, with the advice of the Secretary, to serve at the pleasure of the Governor.

(2) (i) 1. Subject to subsubparagraph 2 of this subparagraph, the Wildlife Advisory Commission is composed of 10 members appointed by the Governor.

2. The Governor shall appoint one member who is an academic researcher with expertise in wildlife biology, wildlife conservation, wildlife management, or ecology.

(ii) 1. The Governor shall solicit nominations for vacancies on the Wildlife Advisory Commission from individuals or organizations that promote the future of hunting and individuals or organizations that promote the preservation of wildlife in the State, with geographical distribution being a prime consideration for filling vacancies.

2. There shall be representation from:

A. The farming community;

B. The hunting community;

C. The wildlife preservation community; and

D. The passive wildlife recreation community.

(iii) The term of a member is 4 years.

(iv) A member may not serve more than 2 terms on the Commission.

(v) The terms of members are staggered so that:

1. 3 shall end in 2023;

2. 3 shall end in 2024;

3. 3 shall end in 2025; and

4. 1 shall end in 2028.

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

(vii) 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.

(3) A member shall be knowledgeable in the area of interest of the advisory commission on which he serves.

(4) Each advisory commission shall advise the Secretary or the administration of the appropriate Department unit, pursuant to rules and regulations the Secretary adopts.

(5) The members of each advisory commission annually shall elect a chairman of the commission and may adopt procedures to conduct its meetings.

(6) An advisory commission member receives the compensation provided in the Department budget. Every member shall be reimbursed for necessary travel expenses incurred in performing any official duty, pursuant to rules and regulations the Secretary adopts.

(d) In addition to any advisory body established by law, the Secretary, with the Governor’s approval, may create administratively any advisory unit of a size and tenure the Secretary deems appropriate.

(e) If any provision of this article as it affects the Maryland membership unit of any interstate agency is inconsistent with any interstate compact to which Maryland is a party, the provision of this article does not apply to that unit to the extent of the inconsistency.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 1-402 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 1 / Subtitle 4 / Section 1-402
§1–402.
Status: in_force

(a) In accordance with the Health Care Quality Improvement Act of 1986, the State elects not to be governed by the provisions of the Act that provide limitations on damages for suits brought under State law against medical review bodies and to physicians participating in professional peer review activities.

(b) For suits brought under State law, the State shall be governed by this subtitle.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 1-103 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 1 / Subtitle 1 / Section 1-103
§1–103.
Status: in_force

(a) The Maryland Uniform Commercial Code shall be liberally construed and applied to promote its underlying purposes and policies.

(b) The underlying purposes and policies of the Maryland Uniform Commercial Code are:

(1) To simplify, clarify, and modernize the law governing commercial transactions;

(2) To permit the continued expansion of commercial practices through custom, usage, and agreement of the parties; and

(3) To make uniform the law among the various jurisdictions.

(c) Unless displaced by the particular provisions of the Maryland Uniform Commercial Code, the principles of law and equity, including the law merchant and the law relative to capacity to contract, principal and agent, estoppel, fraud, misrepresentation, duress, coercion, mistake, bankruptcy, or other validating or invalidating cause shall supplement its provisions, except that:

(1) The age of majority as it pertains to the capacity to contract is 18 years of age; and

(2) No person who is at least 18 years old shall be considered to be without capacity by reason of age.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 1-219 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 1 / Subtitle 2 / Section 1-219
§1–219.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “health care practitioner” means a person who is licensed, certified, or otherwise authorized to practice a health occupation under this article.

(b) Subject to the hearing provisions that govern the discipline of a health care practitioner by each respective health occupations board, a health occupations board may reprimand, place on probation, or suspend or revoke a license or certificate of any health care practitioner under the board’s jurisdiction who fails to comply with § 14–3A–03(c) of the Public Safety Article.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 1-204 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 1 / Subtitle 2 / Section 1-204
§1–204.
Status: in_force

(a) Before any license or permit may be issued under this article, the applicant shall certify to the issuing authority that the applicant has paid all undisputed taxes and unemployment insurance contributions payable to the Comptroller or the Maryland Department of Labor or has provided for payment in a manner satisfactory to the unit responsible for collection.

(b) Before any license or permit may be renewed under this article, the issuing authority shall verify through the Office of the Comptroller that the applicant has paid all undisputed taxes and unemployment insurance contributions payable to the Comptroller or the Secretary of Labor or that the applicant has provided for payment in a manner satisfactory to the unit responsible for collection.
Md. Code, Environment § 1-101 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 1 / Subtitle 1 / Section 1-101
§1–101.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Contested case hearing” means an adjudicatory hearing in accordance with the contested case procedures of Subtitle 2 of the Maryland Administrative Procedure Act.

(c) “County” means a county of this State and, unless expressly provided otherwise, Baltimore City.

(d) “Department” means the Department of the Environment.

(e) “EJ Score” means an overall evaluation of an area’s environment and existing environmental justice indicators, as defined by the Department in regulation, including:

(1) Pollution burden exposure;

(2) Pollution burden environmental effects;

(3) Sensitive populations; and

(4) Socioeconomic factors.

(f) “Environmental justice” has the meaning stated in § 1–701 of this title.

(g) “Health officer” means the Baltimore City Commissioner of Health or the health officer of a county.

(h) “Includes” or “including” means includes or including by way of illustration and not by way of limitation.

(i) “Informational meeting” means a meeting, open to the public, at which the applicant or the Department presents information concerning a permit application. An informational meeting is not a contested case hearing nor an agency hearing under § 10–202(d) of the State Government Article.

(j) “Maryland EJ tool” means a publicly available State mapping tool that allows users to:

(1) Explore layers of environmental justice concern;

(2) Determine an overall EJ Score for census tracts in the State; and

(3) View additional context layers relevant to an area.

(k) “Person” means an individual, receiver, trustee, guardian, personal representative, fiduciary, or representative of any kind and any partnership, firm, association, corporation, or other entity.

(l) “Physician” means an individual who is authorized under the Maryland Medical Practice Act to practice medicine in this State.

(m) “Public hearing” means a meeting, open to the public, at which the Department receives oral and written comments concerning a tentative determination. A public hearing is not a contested case hearing nor an agency hearing under § 10–202(d) of the State Government Article.

(n) “Secretary” means the Secretary of the Environment.

(o) “State” means:

(1) A state, possession, or territory of the United States;

(2) The District of Columbia; or

(3) The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.

(p) “Substantively” means in a manner substantially affecting the rights, duties, or obligations of a member of the public.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 1-1005 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 1 / Subtitle 10 / Section 1-1005
§1–1005.
Status: in_force

A health care practitioner providing health care services through telehealth must be licensed, certified, or otherwise authorized by law to provide health care services in the State if the health care services are being provided to a patient located in the State.
Md. Code, Election Law § 1-303.1 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 1 / Subtitle 3 / Section 1-303.1
§1–303.
Status: in_force

§1–303.1.

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

(2) “Baltimore City centralized booking facility” means the centralized booking facility in Baltimore City that is operated by the Division of Pretrial Detention and Services in the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services.

(3) “Election–related materials” means documents and other items associated with the registering for and voting in an election, including:

(i) absentee ballot applications;

(ii) absentee ballots; and

(iii) voter registration applications.

(4) “Eligible voter” means an individual who:

(i) is incarcerated at the Baltimore City centralized booking facility; and

(ii) has the right to vote under State law.

(b) The State Board shall adopt regulations in collaboration with the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services to provide the following at the Baltimore City centralized booking facility in accordance with § 2–501 of the Correctional Services Article:

(1) a secure, designated ballot drop box for election–related materials; and

(2) written notifications on how and when eligible voters may use the ballot drop box.

(c) (1) The State Board shall provide the ballot drop box under subsection (b) of this section to the Baltimore City centralized booking facility in time to allow eligible voters sufficient opportunity to submit election–related materials before any election–related deadlines.

(2) The local board of elections for Baltimore City shall provide staff to collect:

(i) election–related materials submitted to the ballot drop box on at least a weekly basis; and

(ii) the ballot drop box after an election–related deadline.

(3) The local board of elections for Baltimore City shall distribute the election–related materials collected from the ballot drop box to the State Board or a local board, as appropriate and in a timely manner.

(d) On or before January 1 each year, the local board of elections for Baltimore City shall submit a report to the Senate Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs Committee, the Senate Budget and Taxation Committee, the House Committee on Ways and Means, and the House Appropriations Committee, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, on the following information submitted to the ballot drop box, disaggregated by each weekly collection from the ballot drop box and by the State Board or the local board that is the intended recipient of the election–related materials:

(1) the number of absentee ballot applications received and accepted;

(2) absentee ballots received and accepted; and

(3) other election–related materials received.
Md. Code, Natural Resources § 1-305 — MD Code / Article gnr / Title 1 / Subtitle 3 / Section 1-305
§1–305.
Status: in_force

This subtitle may be cited as the “Maryland Environmental Policy Act”.
Md. Code, Environment § 1-702 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 1 / Subtitle 7 / Section 1-702
§1–702.
Status: in_force

(a) On or before December 31, 2023, the Department, in consultation with the Commission on Environmental Justice and Sustainable Communities, shall:

(1) Subject to subsection (b) of this section, adopt a methodology for identifying communities disproportionately affected by climate impacts;

(2) Develop specific strategies to address geographical impact concerns, reduce emissions of greenhouse gases and co–pollutants, and build climate equity and resilience within communities disproportionately affected by climate impacts;

(3) Set appropriate goals for the percentage of State funding for greenhouse gas emission reduction measures that should be used for the benefit of disproportionately affected communities; and

(4) Report to the Maryland Commission on Climate Change and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the General Assembly on the policies and programs developed under this subsection.

(b) In evaluating methodologies under subsection (a)(1) of this section, the Department shall, at a minimum, include:

(1) Underserved communities;

(2) Overburdened communities; and

(3) Areas that are vulnerable to climate impacts, such as flooding, storm surges, and urban heat island effects, due to low levels of tree coverage, high levels of impervious surfaces, or other factors.

(c) In carrying out its responsibilities under this section, the Department shall:

(1) Solicit input from all segments of the population that will be impacted by the policies developed under subsection (a) of this section, including individuals living in areas that may be identified as disproportionately affected communities under the proposed criteria;

(2) Ensure that equity and geographical impact remedies are key principles; and

(3) Incorporate geographical impact considerations into all recommendations, policies, programs, and funding priorities.
Md. Code, Environment § 1-601.1 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 1 / Subtitle 6 / Section 1-601.1
§1–601.
Status: in_force

§1–601.1.

(a) A person applying for a permit listed under § 1–601(a) of this subtitle shall include in the permit application the EJ Score from the Maryland EJ tool for the census tract where the applicant is seeking a permit, unless the permit requires the applicant to use a tool developed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

(b) On receiving an application for a permit listed under § 1–601(a) of this subtitle, the Department shall, in accordance with regulations adopted under this section, review the EJ Score for the census tract where the applicant is seeking a permit using the Maryland EJ tool to verify the applicant’s information.

(c) The Department shall adopt regulations to implement this section.
Md. Code, Estates and Trusts § 1-205 — MD Code / Article get / Title 1 / Subtitle 2 / Section 1-205
§1–205.
Status: in_force

(a) A child includes:

(1) A natural child, an adopted child, and a child to the extent provided in §§ 1–206 through 1–208 of this subtitle; and

(2) A child conceived from the genetic material of a person after the death of the person if:

(i) The person consented in a written record to use of the person’s genetic material for posthumous conception in accordance with the requirements of § 20–111 of the Health – General Article;

(ii) The person consented in a written record to be the parent of a child posthumously conceived using the person’s genetic material;

(iii) The child is born within 2 years of the person’s death; and

(iv) With respect to any trust, the person was the creator of the trust and the trust became irrevocable on or after October 1, 2012.

(b) A child does not include a stepchild, a foster child, or a grandchild or more remote descendant.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 1-212.1 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 1 / Subtitle 2 / Section 1-212.1
§1–212.
Status: in_force

§1–212.1.

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

(2) (i) “Conversion therapy” means a practice or treatment by a mental health or child care practitioner that seeks to change an individual’s sexual orientation or gender identity.

(ii) “Conversion therapy” includes any effort to change the behavioral expression of an individual’s sexual orientation, change gender expression, or eliminate or reduce sexual or romantic attractions or feelings toward individuals of the same gender.

(iii) “Conversion therapy” does not include a practice by a mental health or child care practitioner that:

1. Provides acceptance, support, and understanding, or the facilitation of coping, social support, and identity exploration and development, including sexual orientation–neutral interventions to prevent or address unlawful conduct or unsafe sexual practices; and

2. Does not seek to change sexual orientation or gender identity.

(3) “Mental health or child care practitioner” means:

(i) A practitioner licensed or certified under Title 14, Title 17, Title 18, Title 19, or Title 20 of this article; or

(ii) Any other practitioner licensed or certified under this article who is authorized to provide counseling by the practitioner’s licensing or certifying board.

(b) A mental health or child care practitioner may not engage in conversion therapy with an individual who is a minor.

(c) A mental health or child care practitioner who engaged in conversion therapy with an individual who is a minor shall be considered to have engaged in unprofessional conduct and shall be subject to discipline by the mental health or child care practitioner’s licensing or certifying board.

(d) No State funds may be used for the purpose of:

(1) Conducting, or referring an individual to receive, conversion therapy;

(2) Providing health coverage for conversion therapy; or

(3) Providing a grant to or contracting with any entity that conducts or refers an individual to receive conversion therapy.

(e) The Department shall adopt regulations necessary to implement this section.
Md. Code, Estates and Trusts § 1-201 — MD Code / Article get / Title 1 / Subtitle 2 / Section 1-201
§1–201.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Assisted reproduction” has the meaning stated in § 5–1001 of the Family Law Article.

(c) “Father” has the meaning stated in § 5–1001 of the Family Law Article.

(d) “Mother” has the meaning stated in § 5–1001 of the Family Law Article.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 1-403 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 1 / Subtitle 4 / Section 1-403
§1–403.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to this section, a banking institution or credit union may have an automated teller machine at a location other than the principal office or a branch of a banking institution or credit union.

(b) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, at least 15 business days before commencing the installation of an automated teller machine, a banking institution or credit union shall submit to the Commissioner written notice of its intent to install the automated teller machine.

(2) No written notice of intent to install an automated teller machine is required if the automated teller machine is to be located at the principal office or a branch of a banking institution or credit union.

(c) (1) An automated teller machine may receive and dispense money as instructed by a customer.

(2) A banking institution or credit union may verify by direct wire transmission or otherwise any transaction that is made by means of an automated teller machine.

(3) The Commissioner may adopt rules and regulations that are substantially similar to those rules and regulations of the Comptroller of the Currency for the operation and shared use of automated teller machines by national banking associations.

(d) (1) If, after the Commissioner receives the notice required under subsection (b)(1) of this section or the automated teller machine is installed, any requirement of this section is not being met, or if the Commissioner determines that the operation of the automated teller machine is not consistent with safety and soundness and the security of the transactions, the Commissioner shall give the banking institution or credit union notice of the deficiency.

(2) On notice of deficiency, a banking institution or credit union shall stop using the automated teller machine.

(3) If the Commissioner determines that the deficiency has been corrected, the banking institution or credit union may resume use of the automated teller machine.

(e) For purposes of this article, an automated teller machine is not a branch of a banking institution or credit union.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 1-304 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 1 / Subtitle 3 / Section 1-304
§1–304.
Status: in_force

The Comptroller is responsible for the collection of all State taxes at the rates required by law on the various classes of property determinations against which are certified directly to the Comptroller and on which taxes are payable directly into the Treasury of the State.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 1-205 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 1 / Subtitle 2 / Section 1-205
§1–205.
Status: in_force

(a) A license or permit is considered renewed for purposes of this section if the license or permit is issued by a unit of State government to a person for the period immediately following a period for which the person previously possessed the same or a substantially similar license.

(b) Before any license or permit issued by the Comptroller or the Executive Director may be renewed, the Comptroller shall verify that the applicant has paid all undisputed taxes and unemployment insurance contributions payable to the Comptroller or the Secretary of Labor or that the applicant has provided for payment in a manner satisfactory to the unit responsible for collection.
Md. Code, Insurance § 1-201 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 1 / Subtitle 2 / Section 1-201
§1–201.
Status: in_force

A person that engages in or transacts insurance business in the State, or performs an act relative to a subject of insurance resident, located, or to be performed in the State, shall comply with each applicable provision of this article.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 1-210 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 1 / Subtitle 2 / Section 1-210
§1–210.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Account agreement” means one or more written instruments that establish when a certificate of deposit is payable.

(3) “Certificate of deposit” means a deposit or share account at a depository institution that:

(i) Is payable by the depository institution at the expiration of a specified time; and

(ii) May be transferable or nontransferable, negotiable or nonnegotiable, and renewable or nonrenewable.

(4) “Depository institution” means a State-chartered or federally chartered financial institution located in the State that is authorized to maintain certificates of deposit.

(5) “Maturity date” means the time specified in an account agreement when a certificate of deposit is first payable, without taking into account any agreement regarding renewals.

(b) Subject to subsection (c) of this section, an action to enforce the obligation of a depository institution to pay all or part of the balance of a certificate of deposit must be commenced by the earlier of:

(1) The time that an action to enforce an obligation under § 3-118(e) of the Commercial Law Article must be commenced, if the certificate of deposit is subject to that section; or

(2) 6 years after the later of:

(i) The maturity date of the certificate of deposit;

(ii) The due date of the certificate of deposit indicated in the depository institution’s last written notice of renewal of the certificate of deposit, if any;

(iii) The date of the last written communication from the depository institution recognizing the depository institution’s obligation to pay the certificate of deposit; or

(iv) The last day of the taxable year for which a person identified in the certificate of deposit last reported interest income earned on the certificate of deposit on a federal or State income tax return.

(c) Notwithstanding subsection (b) of this section, an action to enforce the obligation of a depository institution to pay all or part of the balance of an automatically renewing certificate of deposit in existence on June 1, 2006, must be commenced by the later of:

(1) 6 years after the later of the events described in subsection (b)(2)(i) through (iv) of this section; or

(2) 1 year after June 1, 2006.
Md. Code, Local Government § 1-402 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 1 / Subtitle 4 / Section 1-402
§1–402.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Nonresident bidder” means a bidder whose principal office is outside the State.

(3) “Preference” includes:

(i) a percentage preference;

(ii) an employee residency requirement; or

(iii) any other provision that favors a resident over a nonresident.

(4) “Resident bidder” means a bidder whose principal office is in the State.

(b) When a political subdivision or an instrumentality of government in the State uses competitive bidding to award a procurement contract, the political subdivision or instrumentality may give a preference to the resident bidder who submits the lowest responsive bid of any resident bidder if:

(1) the resident bidder is a responsible bidder;

(2) a responsible nonresident bidder submits the lowest responsive bid of all bidders; and

(3) the state in which the nonresident bidder’s principal office is located gives a preference to its residents.

(c) A preference under this section shall be identical to the preference that the state in which the nonresident bidder’s principal office is located gives to its residents.
Md. Code, Corporations and Associations § 1-208 — MD Code / Article gca / Title 1 / Subtitle 2 / Section 1-208
§1–208.
Status: in_force

(a) Notwithstanding any other provision of this title, an entity that is required to have a resident agent may not designate a person as a resident agent without first obtaining the person’s written consent.

(b) (1) (i) Unless waived by the Department, an entity shall file a resident agent’s written consent with the Department.

(ii) The consent shall be effective on acceptance by the Department.

(2) (i) If the filing of a resident agent’s written consent is waived by the Department, an entity shall:

1. Certify to the Department that the written consent of the resident agent has been obtained;

2. Maintain a copy of the written consent in its records; and

3. Provide a copy of the written consent to the Department on request.

(ii) The consent shall be effective on certification to the Department that the consent has been obtained.

(c) Subsections (a) and (b) of this section do not apply to resident agents designated before October 1, 1998.

(d) A person designated a resident agent may resign without paying the fee under § 1–203(b)(2) of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Natural Resources § 1-403.1 — MD Code / Article gnr / Title 1 / Subtitle 4 / Section 1-403.1
§1–403.
Status: in_force

§1–403.1.

(a) (1) Except as provided under paragraph (2) of this subsection, the Department shall make available and, on request, issue any license, stamp, permit, registration, or certificate authorized under this article in a digital or electronic format.

(2) The Department is not required to issue the following licenses, stamps, permits, registrations, or certificates in a digital or electronic format:

(i) A charter boat license issued under § 4–745(d)(1) of this article;

(ii) A special Chesapeake and coastal sport fishing license issued under § 4–745(d)(2) of this article;

(iii) A certificate of boat number issued under § 8–712(d) of this article;

(iv) A hull identification number issued under § 8–711 of this article;

(v) A vessel sticker issued under § 8–712.1(d) of this article;

(vi) A vessel certificate of title issued under § 8–715 of this article;

(vii) A historical watercraft identification plaque issued under § 8–737(c) of this article;

(viii) An ORV registration sticker issued under Department regulations;

(ix) A recreational crabbing boating decal issued under Department regulations;

(x) A crabbing charter decal issued under Department regulations;

(xi) A controlled water ski sticker issued under Department regulations;

(xii) A Deep Creek Lake buffer strip use permit issued under Department regulations; and

(xiii) A personal watercraft sticker issued under Department regulations.

(b) (1) Except as provided under paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection, an individual may satisfy any requirement under this article to possess or display a license, stamp, permit, registration, or certificate issued under this article by possessing or displaying the document in a digital or electronic format as provided by the Department.

(2) Paragraph (1) of this subsection does not apply to a license, stamp, permit, registration, or certificate listed in subsection (a)(2) of this section.

(3) Notwithstanding paragraph (1) of this subsection, an individual is still required to attach, affix, or display numbers, stickers, or decals associated with a license, stamp, permit, registration, or certificate on a vehicle, vessel, dock, or gear as required under this article or Department regulations.
Md. Code, Land Use § 1-301 — MD Code / Article glu / Title 1 / Subtitle 3 / Section 1-301
§1–301.
Status: in_force

In this subtitle, “action” means:

(1) the adoption of a local law or regulation concerning:

(i) a special exception under § 1–101(p) of this title (Definitions – “Special exception”); or

(ii) plan implementation and review under § 1–417 of this title or § 3–303 of this article;

(2) a requirement under § 9–505(a)(1) of the Environment Article and § 4–415(c) of the Local Government Article (Municipal annexation); or

(3) a required finding under §§ 9–506(a)(1) and 9–507(b)(2) of the Environment Article (Water and sewer plan review).
Md. Code, Public Safety § 1-302 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 1 / Subtitle 3 / Section 1-302
§1–302.
Status: in_force

(a) The General Assembly:

(1) recognizes the paramount importance of the safety and well–being of the public;

(2) recognizes that timely and appropriate assistance must be provided when the lives or property of the public are in imminent danger;

(3) recognizes that emergency assistance usually is summoned by telephone, and that a multiplicity of emergency telephone numbers existed throughout the State and within each county;

(4) was concerned that avoidable delays in reaching appropriate emergency assistance were occurring to the jeopardy of life and property;

(5) acknowledges that the three digit number, 9–1–1, is a nationally recognized and applied telephone number that may be used to summon emergency assistance and to eliminate delays caused by lack of familiarity with emergency numbers and by confusion in circumstances of crisis; and

(6) recognizes that all end user customers of 9–1–1–accessible services, including consumers of prepaid wireless telecommunications service, should contribute in a fair and equitable manner to the 9–1–1 Trust Fund.

(b) The purposes of this subtitle are to:

(1) establish the three digit number, 9–1–1, as the primary emergency telephone number for the State; and

(2) provide for the orderly installation, maintenance, and operation of 9–1–1 systems in the State.
Md. Code, General Provisions § 1-108 — MD Code / Article ggp / Title 1 / Subtitle 1 / Section 1-108
§1–108.
Status: in_force

(a) This section does not apply to the review of cases from:

(1) the Workers’ Compensation Commission;

(2) the Health Care Alternative Dispute Resolution Office; or

(3) the Maryland Insurance Administration under § 27–1001 of the Insurance Article.

(b) In a statute providing for de novo judicial review or appeal of a quasi–judicial administrative agency action, “de novo” means judicial review based on an administrative record and any additional evidence that would be authorized by § 10–222(f) and (g) of the State Government Article.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 1-501 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 1 / Subtitle 5 / Section 1-501
§1–501.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Board” means any board established under this article.

(c) (1) “Employee” means any individual licensed or certified by a board under this article who performs services for and under the control and direction of an employer for wages or other remuneration.

(2) “Employee” does not include a State employee.

(d) “Supervisor” means any individual within an employer’s organization who has the authority to direct and control the work performance of an employee, or who has managerial authority to take corrective action regarding the violation of a law, rule, or regulation of which the employee complains.
Md. Code, General Provisions § 1-402 — MD Code / Article ggp / Title 1 / Subtitle 4 / Section 1-402
§1–402.
Status: in_force

The boundaries and limits of each county shall remain as established unless altered by law.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 1A-304 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 1A / Subtitle 3 / Section 1A-304
§1A–304.
Status: in_force

The Board shall issue a license to any applicant who meets the requirements of this title and the regulations adopted by the Board under this title.
Md. Code, Land Use § 1-509 — MD Code / Article glu / Title 1 / Subtitle 5 / Section 1-509
§1–509.
Status: in_force

(a) A local jurisdiction that adopts growth tiers shall incorporate the tiers into the comprehensive plan or an element of the plan:

(1) when the local jurisdiction conducts the 10–year review of the plan under § 1–416(a) of this title or § 3–301(a) of this article; and

(2) in accordance with the requirements of this section.

(b) If a local jurisdiction does not incorporate all of the growth tiers authorized under this section into the comprehensive plan or an element of the plan, the local jurisdiction shall state that a tier is not adopted.
Md. Code, Courts and Judicial Proceedings § 1-601 — MD Code / Article gcj / Title 1 / Subtitle 6 / Section 1-601
§1–601.
Status: in_force

The District Court of Maryland is established. It is the court of limited jurisdiction created by Article IV, §§ 1 and 41A through 41-I of the Maryland Constitution. It is a court of record and shall have a seal.
Md. Code, Environment § 1-403 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 1 / Subtitle 4 / Section 1-403
§1–403.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) With the approval of the Governor, the Secretary shall appoint a deputy secretary.

(2) The deputy secretary serves at the pleasure of the Secretary.

(3) The deputy secretary is entitled to the salary provided in the State budget.

(4) The deputy secretary has the duties provided by law or delegated by the Secretary.

(b) (1) The Secretary may employ a staff in accordance with the State budget.

(2) Each assistant secretary, staff assistant to the Secretary, and professional consultant is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the Secretary.

(3) Unless otherwise provided by law, the Secretary shall appoint and remove all other staff in accordance with the provisions of the State Personnel and Pensions Article.

(4) The appointment or removal of staff of any unit in the Department is subject to the approval of the Secretary. As to any unit in the Department, the Secretary may delegate this authority to the head of that unit.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 1-303 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 1 / Subtitle 3 / Section 1-303
§1–303.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) This subtitle does not require a public service company to provide any equipment or service other than in accordance with tariffs approved by the Public Service Commission.

(2) The provision of services, the rates, and the extent of liability of a public service company are governed by the tariffs approved by the Public Service Commission.

(b) (1) This subtitle does not require a 9–1–1 service carrier to provide any equipment or service other than the equivalent of the equipment and service required of a telephone company under subsection (a) of this section.

(2) This subtitle does not extend any liability to a 9–1–1 service carrier or seller of prepaid wireless telecommunications service.
Md. Code, Courts and Judicial Proceedings § 1-609 — MD Code / Article gcj / Title 1 / Subtitle 6 / Section 1-609
§1–609.
Status: in_force

(a) When and in the manner authorized by law, a District Court judge may issue:

(1) Warrants of arrest; and

(2) Warrants for search and seizure or for interception of communications.

(b) A District Court judge may issue:

(1) Writs of habeas corpus ad testificandum or ad prosequendum; and

(2) Writs of error coram nobis.
Md. Code, General Provisions § 1-102 — MD Code / Article ggp / Title 1 / Subtitle 1 / Section 1-102
§1–102.
Status: in_force

(a) “Administrator” includes an executor and a personal representative.

(b) “Executor” includes an administrator and a personal representative.

(c) “Personal representative” includes an administrator and an executor.
Md. Code, Environment § 1-404 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 1 / Subtitle 4 / Section 1-404
§1–404.
Status: reserved

(a) The Secretary is responsible for the budget of the office of the Secretary and for the budget of each unit in the Department.

(b) (1) The Secretary may adopt rules and regulations to carry out the provisions of law that are within the jurisdiction of the Secretary.

(2) The Secretary shall review and may revise the rules and regulations of:

(i) Each unit in the Department that is authorized by law to adopt rules and regulations; and

(ii) The Department.

(c) The Secretary may create an advisory board for the Department. The Secretary shall determine the size of the advisory board. The members shall be representative of the different professional areas or fields of endeavor with which the Department is concerned.

(d) The Secretary may create any advisory council that the Secretary considers necessary and assign appropriate functions to it.

(e) (1) The Secretary is responsible for the coordination and direction of all planning that the office of the Secretary initiates.

(2) The Secretary shall keep fully apprised of plans, proposals, and projects of each unit in the Department and, except as expressly provided otherwise, may approve, disapprove, or modify any of them.

(f) Each unit in the Department shall report to the Secretary as provided in the rules, regulations, or written directives that the Secretary adopts.

(g) Except as expressly provided otherwise, the Secretary may transfer, by rule, regulation, or written directive, any function, staff, or funds from any unit in the Department to the office of the Secretary or another unit in the Department. Any staff transferred to the office of the Secretary shall be provided space, equipment, and services by the unit from which it was transferred, unless the Secretary orders removal to another location for the proper and efficient functioning of that office.

(h) The Secretary may apply for, receive, and spend grants-in-aid by the federal government or any of its agencies or any other federal funds made available to the Department for use in carrying out the powers and duties of the Secretary or the Department.

(i) Except as otherwise provided by law, the Secretary shall pay all money collected by the Department under this article into the General Fund of this State.

(j) (1) The Secretary or a designee of the Secretary may subpoena any person or evidence, administer oaths, and take depositions and other testimony.

(2) If a person fails to comply with a lawful order or subpoena issued under this subsection, on petition of the Secretary or designee, a court of competent jurisdiction may compel obedience to the order or subpoena or compel testimony or the production of evidence.

(3) A witness who is subpoenaed at the request of the Secretary or designee is entitled to receive the same fees and mileage provided for by law in civil cases. However, a witness who is subpoenaed at the request of any other party is not entitled to fees or mileage, unless the Secretary or designee certifies that the testimony was material to the matter investigated. The fee and mileage paid under this subsection shall be audited and paid by this State in the same way other expenses are audited and paid and shall be charged to the general appropriation for the Department.

(k) (1) The Secretary or any agent or employee of the Secretary may enter, at any reasonable hour, a place of business or public premises if the entry is necessary to carry out a duty under this article.

(2) A person may not deny or interfere with an entry under this subsection.

(3) A person who violates any provision of this subsection is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $100.

(l) The Secretary shall carry out and enforce the provisions of this article, the rules and regulations of the Department, and any other provisions of law that relate to the Secretary or the Department.