Md. Code, Criminal Law § 9-410 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 9 / Subtitle 4 / Section 9-410
§9–410.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Alcoholic beverage” means beer, wine, or distilled spirits.

(c) “Contraband” means any item, material, substance, or other thing that:

(1) is not authorized for incarcerated individual possession by the managing official; or

(2) is brought into the correctional facility in a manner prohibited by the managing official.

(d) “Controlled dangerous substance” has the meaning stated in § 5–101 of this article.

(e) “Managing official” means the administrator, director, warden, superintendent, sheriff, or other individual responsible for the management of a place of confinement.

(f) (1) “Place of confinement” means:

(i) a correctional facility;

(ii) a facility of the Maryland Department of Health;

(iii) a detention center for juveniles;

(iv) a facility for juveniles listed in § 9–226(b) of the Human Services Article;

(v) a place identified in a juvenile community detention order; or

(vi) any other facility in which a person is confined under color of law.

(2) “Place of confinement” does not include a place identified in a home detention order or agreement.

(g) (1) “Telecommunication device” means:

(i) a device that is able to transmit telephonic, electronic, digital, cellular, or radio communications; or

(ii) a part of a device that is able to transmit telephonic, electronic, digital, cellular, or radio communications, regardless of whether the part itself is able to transmit.

(2) “Telecommunication device” includes a cellular telephone, digital telephone, picture telephone, and modem equipped device.

(h) “Weapon” means a gun, knife, club, explosive, or other article that can be used to kill or inflict bodily injury.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 9-219 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-219
§9–219.
Status: in_force

(a) The Mayor and City Council of Baltimore City or the governing body of a county or of a municipal corporation may grant, by law, a property tax credit against the county or municipal corporation property tax imposed on rental dwellings of owners who provide reduced rents for any tenant who:

(1) is at least 65 years old;

(2) has been found permanently and totally disabled and has qualified for benefits under:

(i) the Social Security Act;

(ii) the Railroad Retirement Act;

(iii) any federal act for service members; or

(iv) any federal retirement system; or

(3) has been found permanently and totally disabled by a county health officer or the Baltimore City Commissioner of Health.

(b) The county or municipal corporation may provide, by law, for:

(1) the specific requirements for eligibility for a tax credit authorized under this section;

(2) additional limitations on eligibility for the credit;

(3) the amount and duration of the credit; and

(4) any other provision appropriate to implement the credit.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 9-206 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-206
§9–206.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “agricultural land” means real property subject to an easement or other interest that is permanently conveyed or assigned to the Maryland Agricultural Land Preservation Foundation under § 2-504 of the Agriculture Article.

(b) The Mayor and City Council of Baltimore City or the governing body of a county may grant, by law, a property tax credit not exceeding 75% of any county property tax imposed on agricultural land.

(c) The Mayor and City Council of Baltimore City or the governing body of a county may provide, by law, any procedural or enforcement provision necessary to carry out this section.

(d) Valuation and assessment of agricultural land shall be made in the same manner as any other real property in the county.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 9-107 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 9 / Subtitle 1 / Section 9-107
§9–107.
Status: in_force

Failure to comply with this subtitle may not be used as a policy defense in the settlement of a property insurance claim.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 9-317 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 9 / Subtitle 3 / Section 9-317
§9–317.
Status: in_force

(a) There is an Advisory Committee on the budget of the Commission.

(b) (1) The Advisory Committee consists of 12 members, appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate.

(2) Each member appointed by the Governor serves at the pleasure of the Governor.

(3) The Governor shall appoint a chairman from among the members of the Advisory Committee.

(c) In making the appointments, the Governor shall:

(1) ensure that each geographic region of the State is represented;

(2) ensure that various disciplines within the workers’ compensation community are represented, including:

(i) business;

(ii) labor;

(iii) the insurance industry;

(iv) the vocational rehabilitation industry;

(v) the medical profession;

(vi) claimants’ bar; and

(vii) defense bar; and

(3) consider, in consultation with the chairman, the recommendations made by representatives of each of these disciplines.

(d) (1) The term of an appointed member is 3 years.

(2) The terms of members are staggered.

(3) A member may be reappointed.

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

(5) 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.

(e) Members of the Advisory Committee shall serve without compensation, but each member shall be reimbursed for necessary travel and other expenses incurred in the performance of official committee duties in accordance with the Standard State Travel Regulations.

(f) The Commission shall provide meeting space, budget analysis, and staff support for the Advisory Committee.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 9-404 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 9 / Subtitle 4 / Section 9-404
§9–404.
Status: in_force

(a) To qualify for a permit, a corporation, partnership, or limited liability company shall meet the requirements of this section.

(b) (1) A corporation, partnership, or limited liability company shall appoint at least one person in responsible charge of the landscape architectural services performed or offered to be performed through the corporation, partnership, or limited liability company.

(2) A person in responsible charge shall be:

(i) in direct control of landscape architectural services performed or offered to be performed through the corporation, partnership, or limited liability company;

(ii) in a position to act on behalf of, and be responsible for, the corporation, partnership, or limited liability company in matters related to the practice of landscape architecture; and

(iii) a licensed landscape architect in good standing.

(3) A licensee may not be designated as a person in responsible charge for more than one corporation, partnership, or limited liability company that provides or offers to provide landscape architectural services without the prior approval of the Board.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 9-625 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 9 / Subtitle 6 / Section 9-625
§9–625.
Status: in_force

(a) If it is established that a secured party is not proceeding in accordance with this title, a court may order or restrain collection, enforcement, or disposition of collateral on appropriate terms and conditions.

(b) Subject to subsections (c) and (d), a person is liable for damages in the amount of any loss caused by a failure to comply with this title. Loss caused by a failure to comply may include loss resulting from the debtor’s inability to obtain, or increased costs of, alternative financing.

(c) Except as otherwise provided in § 9-628:

(1) A person that, at the time of the failure, was a debtor, was an obligor, or held a security interest in or other lien on the collateral may recover damages under subsection (b) for its loss; and

(2) If the collateral is consumer goods, a person that was a debtor or a secondary obligor at the time a secured party failed to comply with this part may recover for that failure in any event an amount not less than the credit service charge plus 10 percent of the principal amount of the obligation or the time-price differential plus 10 percent of the cash price.

(d) A debtor whose deficiency is eliminated under § 9-626 may recover damages for the loss of any surplus. However, a debtor or secondary obligor whose deficiency is eliminated or reduced under § 9-626 may not otherwise recover under subsection (b) for noncompliance with the provisions of this part relating to collection, enforcement, disposition, or acceptance.

(e) If a secured party fails to comply with a request regarding a list of collateral or a statement of account under § 9-210, the secured party may claim a security interest only as shown in the list or statement included in the request as against a person that is reasonably misled by the failure.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-670 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 6 / Section 9-670
§9–670.
Status: in_force

(a) A sanitary commission may disconnect service to a property on a finding or notification from the governing body of the political subdivision in which the property is located that the property is:

(1) A vacant lot; or

(2) Cited as vacant and unfit for habitation on a housing or building violation notice.

(b) Subject to subsection (c) of this section, on request by the owner of the property, the sanitary commission shall restore service to a property where service was disconnected in accordance with subsection (a) of this section.

(c) (1) A sanitary commission may require proof that all housing and building violation notices for a property have been resolved prior to restoring service under subsection (b) of this section.

(2) Prior to restoring service under subsection (b) of this section, a sanitary commission may require the owner of the property to pay:

(i) All unpaid fees, charges, or assessments for service at the property; and

(ii) Any reconnection fees for service at the property.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-401 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 9 / Subtitle 4 / Section 9-401
§9–401.
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) Section 2–208 (“Class 6 pub–brewery license”) does not apply in the county.

(c) Section 2–209 (“Class 7 micro–brewery license”) of Division I of this article applies in the county, subject to § 9–403 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-1505 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 15 / Section 9-1505
§9–1505.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Any person who uses a cleaning agent in violation of this subtitle is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $100.

(2) (i) Except as provided in subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, any person who sells, distributes, or manufactures a cleaning agent in violation of this subtitle is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000.

(ii) Any person who knowingly sells or distributes for use or sale within the State a detergent for use in a household dishwashing machine in violation of § 9–1503(c) of this subtitle is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to:

1. For a first offense, a fine not exceeding $1,000; or

2. For a second or subsequent offense, a fine of not less than $1,000 and not exceeding $25,000.

(b) The Department may seize any cleaning agent held for sale or distribution in violation of this subtitle. The seized cleaning agents are considered forfeited.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-2611 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 26 / Section 9-2611
§9–2611.
Status: in_force

(a) All debts, claims, obligations, and liabilities of the Corporation, whenever incurred, shall be the debts, claims, obligations, and liabilities of the Corporation only and not of the State, other units of State government, other State instrumentalities, State officers, or State employees.

(b) The debts, claims, obligations, and liabilities of the Corporation may not be considered a debt, claim, obligation, or liability of the State or a pledge of its full faith and credit.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-2405 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 24 / Section 9-2405
§9–2405.
Status: in_force

(a) The term of a member of the Council is 3 years.

(b) The terms of the members are staggered as required by the terms provided for members of the Council on October 1, 2001.

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

(d) 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.

(e) A member may not serve consecutively more than two 3-year terms.

(f) Any member who fails to attend at least 50 percent of the regularly scheduled meetings during any 12-month period shall be considered to have resigned.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 9-706.1 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 9 / Subtitle 7 / Section 9-706.1
§9–706.
Status: in_force

§9–706.1.

(a) In this section, “security officer” means a proprietary or contractual security officer of a license holder of a nuclear power plant facility in the State.

(b) Subject to subsection (c) of this section, if a nuclear power plant facility is placed under a heightened level of security condition by a federal agency pursuant to federal law, the license holder of a nuclear power plant facility in the State may authorize a security officer, without a warrant, to stop and detain any person who the owner or security officer has reasonable grounds to believe has:

(1) entered or trespassed on posted property of the nuclear power plant facility in violation of § 6-402 of this article; or

(2) violated any local, State, or federal law, regulation, or order in an area controlled by the license holder of the nuclear power plant facility.

(c) A security officer who detains a person under subsection (b) of this section shall, as soon as practicable:

(1) notify an appropriate law enforcement agency about the alleged crime committed by the person; and

(2) release the person to the detention or custody of a law enforcement officer.

(d) If notice to a law enforcement agency is provided as required under subsection (c) of this section and the law enforcement agency determines not to investigate the alleged crime or declines to take the detained person into detention or custody, the security officer shall release the person as soon as practicable.
Md. Code, Correctional Services § 9-505 — MD Code / Article gcs / Title 9 / Subtitle 5 / Section 9-505
§9–505.
Status: in_force

(a) The State Highway Administration may apply to the Division of Correction for a State incarcerated individual work force to be used to construct and maintain State highways.

(b) For the purpose of this section, the State Highway Administration is subject to the requirements and conditions of this subtitle that apply to a county roads authority.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 9-332 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 9 / Subtitle 3 / Section 9-332
§9–332.
Status: in_force

Any person aggrieved by a cancellation under § 9–330 of this subtitle or by a final decision of the Comptroller in a contested case as defined in § 10–202 of the State Government Article may appeal to the appropriate circuit court. The appeal shall be filed within 30 days after the mailing date of the final decision or notice of cancellation.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-109 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 1 / Section 9-109
§9–109.
Status: in_force

(a) In addition to the specific powers granted and duties imposed by this subtitle, the Commission has the powers and duties set forth in this section.

(b) (1) The Commission shall conduct studies of the State lottery and gaming program to:

(i) identify any defect in this subtitle, Subtitle 1A of this title, or the regulations of the Agency that may allow abuses in the operation and administration of the State lottery and gaming program or any evasion of this subtitle, Subtitle 1A of this title, or the regulations;

(ii) guard against the use of this subtitle, Subtitle 1A of this title, and the regulations of the Agency as a means of conducting organized crime;

(iii) ensure that the regulations of the Agency are proper and that this subtitle, Subtitle 1A of this title, and the regulations are administered to serve the purpose of this subtitle; and

(iv) analyze the gaming industry within and outside the State to determine whether Maryland’s gaming program is competitive and maximizing revenues for the State.

(2) The Commission shall conduct studies of:

(i) the operation and administration of similar laws in other states or countries;

(ii) federal laws that may affect the operation of the State lottery or gaming activities;

(iii) literature on lotteries and gaming activities, including problem gambling programs; and

(iv) the reaction of citizens of the State to existing and potential features of the State lottery and gaming program.

(c) (1) The Commission shall submit to the Governor and, subject to § 2–1257 of this article, to the General Assembly the reports required under this subsection.

(2) The Commission shall submit monthly a report that states the total State lottery and gaming revenues and the total prize disbursements and other expenses for the preceding month.

(3) The Commission shall submit annually a report that states the total State lottery and gaming revenues and the total prize disbursements and other expenses for the preceding year.

(4) The Commission shall submit a report whenever a matter requires an immediate change in a State law to:

(i) prevent an abuse or evasion of this subtitle, Subtitle 1A of this title, or a regulation of the Agency; or

(ii) rectify an undesirable condition in the operation or administration of the State lottery and gaming program.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 9-617 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 9 / Subtitle 6 / Section 9-617
§9–617.
Status: in_force

(a) A secured party’s disposition of collateral after default:

(1) Transfers to a transferee for value all of the debtor’s rights in the collateral;

(2) Discharges the security interest under which the disposition is made; and

(3) Discharges any subordinate security interest or other subordinate lien.

(b) A transferee that acts in good faith takes free of the rights and interests described in subsection (a), even if the secured party fails to comply with this title or the requirements of any judicial proceeding.

(c) If a transferee does not take free of the rights and interests described in subsection (a), the transferee takes the collateral subject to:

(1) The debtor’s rights in the collateral;

(2) The security interest or agricultural lien under which the disposition is made; and

(3) Any other security interest or other lien.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 9-618 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 9 / Subtitle 6 / Section 9-618
§9–618.
Status: in_force

A federal association may convert to a Maryland savings and loan association if:

(1) Its principal office is in this State;

(2) Its members approve;

(3) The Division Director approves; and

(4) Immediately upon filing its articles of incorporation with the State Department of Assessments and Taxation, the association will convert to a commercial bank under the provisions of §§ 9-631 through 9-639 of this subtitle or convert to a federally chartered savings and loan association under §§ 9-613 through 9-615 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Corporations and Associations § 9A-802 — MD Code / Article gca / Title 9A / Subtitle 8 / Section 9A-802
§9A–802.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to subsection (b) of this section, a partnership continues after dissolution only for the purpose of winding up its business. The partnership is terminated when the winding up of its business is completed.

(b) At any time after the dissolution of a partnership and before the winding up of its business is completed, all of the partners, including any dissociating partner other than a wrongfully dissociating partner, may waive the right to have the partnership’s business wound up and the partnership terminated. In that event:

(1) The partnership resumes carrying on its business as if dissolution had never occurred, and any liability incurred by the partnership or a partner after the dissolution and before the waiver is determined as if dissolution had never occurred; and

(2) The rights of a third party accruing under § 9A-804(1) of this subtitle or arising out of conduct in reliance on the dissolution before the third party knew or received a notification of the waiver may not be adversely affected.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 9-301 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 9 / Subtitle 3 / Section 9-301
§9–301.
Status: in_force

(a) A member of a savings and loan association means a holder, as shown on the association’s records, of:

(1) One or more savings accounts, as to a mutual association; and

(2) One or more shares of capital stock, as to a capital stock association.

(b) (1) Multiple holders of a single account or share of capital stock shall be considered a single member.

(2) Notice to one holder of a multiple name account or share of capital stock is sufficient notice to all holders.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-802 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 9 / Subtitle 8 / Section 9-802
§9–802.
Status: in_force

A Class B beer and light wine license may not be issued in the county.
Md. Code, Insurance § 9-302 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 9 / Subtitle 3 / Section 9-302
§9–302.
Status: in_force

The purposes of this subtitle are:

(1) to provide a mechanism for the prompt payment of covered claims under certain policies and to avoid financial loss to residents of the State who are claimants or policyholders of an insolvent insurer; and

(2) to provide for the assessment of the cost of payments of covered claims and protection among insurers.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 9-806 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 9 / Subtitle 8 / Section 9-806
§9–806.
Status: in_force

(a) The filing of a financing statement before the Act takes effect is effective to perfect a security interest to the extent the filing would satisfy the applicable requirements for perfection under this title, as amended by the Act.

(b) The Act does not render ineffective an effective financing statement that, before the Act takes effect, is filed and satisfies the applicable requirements for perfection under the law of the jurisdiction governing perfection as provided in this title as it existed before the effective date of the Act. However, except as otherwise provided in subsections (c) and (d) and § 9–807, the financing statement ceases to be effective:

(1) If the financing statement is filed in this State, at the time the financing statement would have ceased to be effective had the Act not taken effect; or

(2) If the financing statement is filed in another jurisdiction, at the earlier of:

(A) The time the financing statement would have ceased to be effective under the law of that jurisdiction; or

(B) June 30, 2018.

(c) The filing of a continuation statement after the Act takes effect does not continue the effectiveness of a financing statement filed before the Act takes effect. However, on the timely filing of a continuation statement after the Act takes effect and in accordance with the law of the jurisdiction governing perfection as provided in this title, as amended by the Act, the effectiveness of a financing statement filed in the same office in that jurisdiction before the Act takes effect continues for the period provided by the law of that jurisdiction.

(d) Subsection (b)(2)(B) applies to a financing statement that, before the Act takes effect, is filed against a transmitting utility and satisfies the applicable requirements for perfection under the law of the jurisdiction governing perfection as provided in this title as it existed before the effective date of the Act, only to the extent that this title, as amended by the Act, provides that the law of a jurisdiction other than the jurisdiction in which the financing statement is filed governs perfection of a security interest in collateral covered by the financing statement.

(e) A financing statement that includes a financing statement filed before the Act takes effect and a continuation statement filed after the Act takes effect is effective only to the extent that it satisfies the requirements of Subtitle 5, as amended by the Act, for an initial financing statement. A financing statement that indicates that the debtor is a decedent’s estate indicates that the collateral is being administered by a personal representative within the meaning of § 9–503(a)(2), as amended by the Act. A financing statement that indicates that the debtor is a trust or is a trustee acting with respect to property held in trust indicates that the collateral is held in a trust within the meaning of § 9–503(a)(3), as amended by the Act.
Md. Code, Housing and Community Development § 9-302 — MD Code / Article ghs / Title 9 / Subtitle 3 / Section 9-302
§9–302.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The Fund is a private, independent legal entity to be assisted by the Department under this title and is not a governmental unit of the State.

(2) Any dividends, royalties, or other earnings received from community reinvestment assistance, or from any other investment made by the Board under this title, is money of the Fund, and is not money of the State.

(b) Except as specified in this title, the organization and operation of the Board and the Fund are not subject to approval by the Board of Public Works or by any State official or unit.

(c) A member, employee, or agent of the Board or the Fund is not a State official by virtue of any status with or action for the Fund.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-957 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 9 / Section 9-957
§9–957.
Status: in_force

(a) An authority is not required to pay any tax or assessment on:

(1) Any project; or

(2) The income from any project.

(b) This State, any political subdivision, and any other public agency in this State may not tax:

(1) Any bond that is issued under this subtitle;

(2) The transfer of the bond; or

(3) Any income from the bond, including any profit on the sale of the bond.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-1A-22 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 1A / Section 9-1A-22
§9–1A–22.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in subsections (b) and (c) of this section, a video lottery terminal shall have an average payout percentage of at least 85%.

(b) The Commission may by regulation establish an average payout percentage of more than 88% but not more than 95% for video lottery operation licensees.

(c) The Commission may approve an average payout percentage of more than 95% for the video lottery terminals at a video lottery facility.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 9-335 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 9 / Subtitle 3 / Section 9-335
§9–335.
Status: in_force

(a) A security interest may be created in an accession and continues in collateral that becomes an accession.

(b) If a security interest is perfected when the collateral becomes an accession, the security interest remains perfected in the collateral.

(c) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (d), the other provisions of this part determine the priority of a security interest in an accession.

(d) A security interest in an accession is subordinate to a security interest in the whole which is perfected by compliance with the requirements of a certificate-of-title statute under § 9-311(b).

(e) After default, subject to Subtitle 6, a secured party may remove an accession from other goods if the security interest in the accession has priority over the claims of every person having an interest in the whole.

(f) A secured party that removes an accession from other goods under subsection (e) shall promptly reimburse any holder of a security interest or other lien on, or owner of the whole or of the other goods, other than the debtor, for the cost of repair of any physical injury to the whole or the other goods. The secured party need not reimburse the holder or owner for any diminution in value of the whole or the other goods caused by the absence of the accession removed or by any necessity for replacing it. A person entitled to reimbursement may refuse permission to remove until the secured party gives adequate assurance for the performance of the obligation to reimburse.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-316 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 3 / Section 9-316
§9–316.
Status: reserved

(a) The Department may not adopt any rule or regulation under this subtitle unless the requirements of this section and the Administrative Procedure Act are met.

(b) Before adopting any rule or regulation under this subtitle, the Department shall announce and hold a public hearing on the subject.

(c) (1) Before the public hearing, the Department shall publish notice of the hearing.

(2) The notice shall state:

(i) The date, time, and place of the hearing;

(ii) The general subject of the rules and regulations that are to be considered at the hearing; and

(iii) If appropriate, the specific waters for which standards are sought to be adopted, amended, or repealed.

(d) At the public hearing, any interested person may submit information or views, orally or in writing.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-2003 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 20 / Section 9-2003
§9–2003.
Status: in_force

The Administration shall:

(1) provide advisory, consultative, training, and educational services, technical assistance, grant and loan funds therefor, and financial assistance to any municipality, county, State unit, local public agency, nonprofit organization, or private entity, in order to establish or carry out sound energy policies or practices, including energy management and energy conservation;

(2) assume those responsibilities delegated to the State energy offices in accordance with the orders, rules, and regulations adopted under any federal laws relating to the allocation, conservation, development, or consumption of energy resources or any other delegation of federal authority pertaining to energy;

(3) evaluate and coordinate energy related policies and activities among all agencies of the Executive Branch of the State and, where appropriate, those of the various local governments;

(4) collect, analyze, and evaluate statistics and information related to energy use, conservation, consumption, and energy production and coordinate information related to energy resources, including electricity, natural gas, and the production of oil and natural gas, with the Public Service Commission, the Power Plant Research Program, and the Maryland Geological Survey;

(5) serve as liaison between federal and State agencies for all matters related to energy and maintain liaison with energy agencies in other states;

(6) develop and conduct education and communications programs for and disseminate informative materials to the public on energy production, supply, and conservation;

(7) provide for, encourage, and assist, where practicable, public participation in the development and dissemination of energy programs;

(8) in cooperation with the Department of General Services, monitor the energy savings accrued by the energy management and conservation efforts undertaken by agencies of State government;

(9) coordinate and direct integrated energy planning for State agencies and the public that recognizes the benefits and costs of energy conservation and improved efficiency;

(10) promote the transfer and commercialization of energy conservation methods and energy technology from private and public laboratories to the citizens of the State;

(11) cooperate and coordinate with other State agencies in the research and development of energy conservation methods and alternative energy technologies; and

(12) develop strategic plans and implement policies relating to energy supply management, including the promotion and supervision of research on alternative fuels and energy emergency management.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-605 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 6 / Section 9-605
§9–605.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) This subtitle does not impair the validity of actions taken by a district before June 1, 1961.

(2) This subtitle ratifies the actions taken by any district before June 1, 1961.

(b) This subtitle ratifies the issuance and sale of all bonds issued or sold by a district before June 1, 1961.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-1606 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 16 / Section 9-1606
§9–1606.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) A loan made by the Administration shall be evidenced by a loan agreement.

(2) Loans made from the Water Quality Fund, except for loans made in accordance with § 9–1605(d)(9) of this subtitle, shall be subject to the provisions of § 9–1605(d)(1) of this subtitle.

(3) Loans made from the Drinking Water Loan Fund, except for loans made in accordance with § 9–1605.1(d)(10) of this subtitle, shall be subject to the provisions of § 9–1605.1(d)(1) of this subtitle.

(4) Loans made from the Private Dam Repair Fund shall be subject to the provisions of § 5–509.2 of this article.

(5) Subject to the provisions of any applicable bond resolution, the Administration may consent to the modification, with respect to rate of interest, time of payment of any installment of principal or interest, security, or any other term of any loan agreement or loan obligation.

(6) In connection with any security received by or owned by the Administration, including any loan obligations, the Administration may commence any action to protect or enforce the rights conferred upon it by any law or loan agreement or loan obligation.

(b) Notwithstanding any other provision of public general or public local law, charter, or ordinance, a borrower may issue and sell loan obligations to the Administration:

(1) At private sale, without public bidding;

(2) Without regard to any limitations on the denomination of such obligations; and

(3) At any interest rate or cost or at any price that the borrower considers necessary or desirable.

(c) A borrower may pay any fees or charges necessary to enable the Administration to sell its bonds, including any fees for the insurance of its loan obligations or bonds of the Administration, or to provide any other guarantee, credit enhancement, or additional security for any such loan obligations or bonds.

(d) (1) Notwithstanding any other provision of public general or public local law, charter, or ordinance, a borrower may agree with the Administration to pledge any money that the borrower is entitled to receive from the State, including the borrower’s share of the State income tax, to secure its obligations under a loan agreement.

(2) The State Comptroller and the State Treasurer shall cause any money withheld under such a pledge to be paid to, or applied at the direction of, the Administration.

(e) Each loan agreement shall contain a provision whereby the borrower acknowledges and agrees that:

(1) The borrower’s loan obligation is cancelable only upon repayment in full; and

(2) Neither the Administration, the Secretary, nor the Board is authorized to forgive the repayment of all or any portion of the loan, except for:

(i) Loans to disadvantaged communities, pursuant to the federal Safe Drinking Water Act;

(ii) Loans made in accordance with §§ 9–1605(d)(9) and 9–1605.1(d)(10) of this subtitle; and

(iii) Loans made in accordance with § 5–509.2(h) of this article.

(f) (1) In the event of a default on a loan obligation by a borrower other than a local government, the Administration may place a lien against property of the borrower securing the loan which, subject to the tax liens of the federal, State, and local governments, shall have the same priority and status as a lien of the State for unpaid taxes under §§ 14–804 and 14–805 of the Tax – Property Article.

(2) The Administration may exercise the same rights and powers in enforcing such lien and collecting funds for the payment of amounts in default under the loan obligation as the State may exercise in collecting unpaid taxes under Title 14, Subtitle 8 of the Tax – Property Article.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 9-225 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-225
§9–225.
Status: in_force

A resident in a facility as defined in § 10–101(g) of the Health – General Article is not a covered employee.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-20A-05 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 20A / Section 9-20A-05
§9–20A–05.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) To receive a loan under the Program, a borrower must file an application with the Administration.

(2) If the borrower is an eligible business, the application must be signed by the chief operating officer or an authorized officer of the business.

(3) If the borrower is a local jurisdiction, the application must be signed by the chief elected officer of the county or municipality, or if none, by the governing body of the county or municipality in which the project is located.

(4) If the borrower is a public school, the application must be signed by the board of education of the county in which the project is located.

(5) If the borrower is a State agency, the application must be signed by the head of the State agency.

(b) The application shall contain any information the Administration determines is necessary, including:

(1) the projected cost to accomplish a proposed project;

(2) the amount of energy or fuel a proposed project is expected to save over a defined period of time after completion of the project;

(3) the anticipated environmental benefits in the form of reduced emissions or pollution attributable to the proposed project;

(4) the amount of cost savings expected to be generated over a defined period of time after completion of the proposed project;

(5) a description of the borrower’s contribution to a proposed project as required by § 9–20A–06 of this subtitle; and

(6) any additional information relating to the borrower or the proposed project that may be required by the Administration in order to administer the Program.
Md. Code, Election Law § 9-404 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 9 / Subtitle 4 / Section 9-404
§9–404.
Status: in_force

(a) If an individual is eligible under subsection (b) of this section, the individual shall be issued and may cast a provisional ballot:

(1) at a polling place on election day;

(2) at an early voting center during early voting; or

(3) at the local board office in the county where the individual resides after the close of registration and before the closing of the polls on election day.

(b) An individual is eligible to cast a provisional ballot if:

(1) the individual declares in a written affirmation submitted with the provisional ballot that the individual is a registered voter in the State and is eligible to vote in that election; and

(2) (i) the individual’s name does not appear on the election register;

(ii) an election official asserts that the individual is not eligible to vote; or

(iii) the individual does not have the necessary identification.

(c) In addition to the individuals who cast provisional ballots under subsections (a) and (b) of this section, any individual who appears to vote during a period covered by a court order or other order extending the time for closing the polls shall cast a provisional ballot. A provisional ballot cast under this subsection shall be separated and held apart from other provisional ballots cast by those not affected by the order.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 9-315 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 9 / Subtitle 3 / Section 9-315
§9–315.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise provided in the Administrative Procedure Act, before the Board takes any action under § 9-314 of this subtitle, it shall give the individual against whom the action is contemplated an opportunity for a hearing before the Board.

(b) The Board shall give notice and hold the hearing in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act.

(c) Over the signature of an officer or the executive director of the Board, the Board may issue subpoenas and administer oaths in connection with any investigation under this title and any hearings or proceedings before it.

(d) If, without lawful excuse, a person disobeys a subpoena from the Board or an order by the Board to take an oath or to testify or answer a question, then, on petition of the Board, a court of competent jurisdiction may punish the person as for contempt of court.

(e) If after due notice the individual against whom the action is contemplated fails or refuses to appear, nevertheless the Board may hear and determine the matter.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-3104 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 31 / Section 9-3104
§9–3104.
Status: in_force

(a) The Secretary shall:

(1) chair the Subcabinet;

(2) convene the meetings of the Subcabinet; and

(3) be responsible for the oversight, direction, and accountability of the work of the Subcabinet.

(b) The Office of the Secretary of Commerce shall provide the primary staff support for the Subcabinet.

(c) The Subcabinet shall meet each month.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-415 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 4 / Section 9-415
§9–415.
Status: in_force

(a) The Department shall give notice and hold hearings under this subtitle in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act.

(b) (1) Within 30 days after service of the order under this subtitle the person served may request in writing a hearing before the Department.

(2) (i) If a person served with an order under this subsection makes a timely request for a hearing, the Department shall give the person written notice of the date, time, and place of the hearing, at least 10 days before the hearing date.

(ii) The order becomes final when the Department renders its decision following the hearing.

(c) The Department may make a verbatim record of the proceedings of any hearing held under this subtitle.

(d) (1) In connection with any hearing under this subtitle, the Department may:

(i) Subpoena any person or evidence; and

(ii) Order a witness to give evidence.

(2) A subpoenaed witness shall receive the same fees and mileage reimbursement as if the hearing were part of a civil action.

(3) If a person fails to comply with a subpoena or order issued under this subsection, on petition of the Department, a circuit court, by order may:

(i) Compel obedience to the Department’s order or subpoena; or

(ii) Compel testimony or the production of evidence.

(4) The court may punish as contempt any failure to obey its order issued under this section.

(5) Any person aggrieved by a final decision of the Department in connection with an order or a permit issued under this subtitle may take judicial appeal in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-20C-02 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 20C / Section 9-20C-02
§9–20C–02.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Maryland Offshore Wind Business Development Advisory Committee.

(b) The Advisory Committee shall make recommendations to the Administration on the most effective manner to use money in the Fund consistent with the purposes of the Fund.

(c) The Advisory Committee consists of the following members:

(1) two members of the Senate of Maryland, one from each of the principal political parties, appointed by the President of the Senate;

(2) two members of the House of Delegates, one from each of the principal political parties, appointed by the Speaker of the House;

(3) the Director or the Director’s designee;

(4) the Secretary of Commerce, or the Secretary’s designee;

(5) the Special Secretary of the Governor’s Office of Small, Minority, and Women Business Affairs, or the Special Secretary’s designee; and

(6) the following 12 members, appointed by the Governor:

(i) 1 representative of a public institution of higher education in the State;

(ii) 1 representative of a historically black or African American university in the State;

(iii) 1 representative of the State’s community colleges;

(iv) 1 representative of the Maryland Independent Colleges and Universities Association;

(v) 1 representative of the Maryland Small Business Development Center Network;

(vi) 1 representative of the Maryland Business Coalition for Offshore Wind;

(vii) 1 representative of a business incubator in the State with experience in providing services to minority business enterprises as defined in § 14–301 of the State Finance and Procurement Article, or to emerging businesses, including emerging businesses owned by minorities;

(viii) 1 individual with experience in providing business financing to minority business enterprises as defined in § 14–301 of the State Finance and Procurement Article, or to emerging businesses, including emerging businesses owned by minorities;

(ix) 1 representative of an offshore wind developer;

(x) 1 representative of an original equipment manufacturer;

(xi) 1 individual who is a minority business advocate; and

(xii) 1 individual with experience in offshore wind supply chain issues.

(d) The Governor shall appoint the chair of the Advisory Committee.

(e) The Administration shall provide staff for the Advisory Committee.

(f) A member of the Advisory Committee:

(1) may not receive compensation as a member of the Advisory Committee; but

(2) is entitled to reimbursement for expenses under the Standard State Travel Regulations, as provided in the State budget.

(g) (1) On or before December 31, 2013, the Advisory Committee shall provide written recommendations to the Administration regarding the most effective use of money in the Fund in order to maximize opportunities for emerging businesses in the State, including minority–owned emerging businesses, to participate in the offshore wind industry.

(2) In making a recommendation under paragraph (1) of this subsection, the Advisory Committee shall consider opportunities to maximize leveraging opportunities, mentoring and protege models, innovation clusters, existing incubator and business development programs, and the appropriate role of partnerships with the State’s universities and community colleges.

(3) On or before December 31, 2014, the Advisory Committee shall provide updated recommendations to the Administration.

(h) On completion and submission of the written recommendations required under subsection (g) of this section, the Advisory Committee shall terminate its operation and cease to meet.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 9-403 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 9 / Subtitle 4 / Section 9-403
§9–403.
Status: in_force

(a) Each high–rise building constructed after July 1, 1974, shall be protected by a complete automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with accepted engineering practices as approved by the authority with jurisdiction.

(b) (1) This section does not apply to a building that is less than 75 feet in height above grade level if:

(i) the local fire department has at least one approved first line piece of aerial equipment that is capable of reaching the roof of the building; and

(ii) accessibility to the building is provided on two sides of the perimeter of the building by a public way that is:

1. kept accessible at all times to the local fire department; and

2. close enough to the building to allow the fire department aerial equipment to reach 75 feet in height.

(2) For purposes of this subsection, height above grade level shall be determined by using the lowest elevation of the public way as a reference datum.

(c) (1) Beginning July 1, 2024, the owner of a residential rental high–rise building that is not protected by a complete automatic sprinkler system shall post notice in the building in accordance with paragraph (2) of this subsection.

(2) Notice required under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall:

(i) state, in lettering that is at least 1 inch high and on a contrasting background, “WARNING: THIS HIGH–RISE BUILDING IS NOT PROTECTED THROUGHOUT BY A COMPLETE AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEM”; and

(ii) be conspicuously posted at all main building entrances as approved by the authority having jurisdiction.

(d) (1) Beginning January 1, 2025, and continuing until a residential rental high–rise building is protected by a complete automatic sprinkler system, the owner of a residential rental high–rise building that is not protected shall include in any lease agreement conspicuous notice indicating that the building is not currently protected by a complete automatic sprinkler system.

(2) Notice required under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall be initialed by the tenant.

(e) (1) The Department of Housing and Community Development, in coordination with the State Fire Marshal and the Maryland Department of Emergency Management, shall identify funding sources that may be available to the owner of a residential rental high–rise building or the governing body of a condominium or cooperative housing corporation to aid the owner or governing body in protecting the building with a complete automatic sprinkler system.

(2) The Department of Housing and Community Development shall publish information on funding sources identified under paragraph (1) of this subsection on the Department of Housing and Community Development’s website.
Md. Code, Human Services § 9-235 — MD Code / Article ghu / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-235
§9–235.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, a person shall be licensed by the Department as a child care home before the person may exercise care, custody, or control over a child who is alleged to be or is adjudicated delinquent or in need of supervision.

(b) This section does not apply to:

(1) a parent of the child;

(2) an individual related to the child by blood or marriage within 4 degrees of consanguinity under the civil law rule;

(3) a guardian of the child;

(4) a person who exercises temporary custody or control over the child at the request of a parent or guardian of the child and who is not required otherwise to be licensed;

(5) a person who has the care, custody, or control of the child through placement by a parent or grandparent of the child in contemplation of adoption, if the requirements of § 5–507(b)(2) and (c) of the Family Law Article are met;

(6) an institution that has a child care institution license under this subtitle or § 5–509 of the Family Law Article;

(7) an institution operated by a unit of the State or a political subdivision; or

(8) a foster care provider with whom the child is placed by:

(i) a licensed child placement agency;

(ii) a local department of social services;

(iii) the Secretary of Health;

(iv) the Department; or

(v) a court of competent jurisdiction.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-3706 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 37 / Section 9-3706
§9–3706.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) With the approval of the Governor, the Commission shall appoint a director.

(2) The director may not be a member of the Commission.

(3) The director serves at the pleasure of the Commission, subject to the concurrence of the Governor.

(b) The director is a special appointment in the State Personnel Management System.

(c) Subject to the rules and policies adopted by the Commission, the director shall:

(1) administer the activities of the Commission; and

(2) supervise the appointment and removal of Commission personnel.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-501 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 5 / Section 9-501
§9–501.
Status: in_force

In this subtitle, “Trust” means the State House Trust.
Md. Code, Education § 9-112 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 9 / Subtitle 1 / Section 9-112
§9–112.
Status: in_force

Any portion of a building or property occupied and used by a public charter school shall be exempt from property taxes under § 7–202 of the Tax – Property Article for the duration of the occupation and use of the building or property as a public charter school.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-4005 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 40 / Section 9-4005
§9–4005.
Status: in_force

(a) Within 30 days after completing an investigation, the Office shall submit to an agency a report containing any conclusions, recommendations, and requests for a response from the agency.

(b) If the report submitted to an agency under this section contains a request for a response from the agency, the agency shall provide a written response within 45 days after receipt of the report.

(c) The Office may provide the report required by this section, as well as any responses by the agency, to the Governor or, in accordance with § 2–1257 of this article, the General Assembly.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-944 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 9 / Section 9-944
§9–944.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “specialist” means an employee designated by a governmental unit who is responsible for responding to and assisting veterans who are employed by the unit or who contact the unit for assistance.

(b) Each governmental unit shall:

(1) designate an employee of the unit, who to the extent practicable is a veteran, as a veterans’ services specialist for the unit and whose duties include the coordination of veterans’ services with the Department;

(2) provide the Department with any nonprotected or nonprivate information about services the unit provides to veterans; and

(3) post on the unit’s website:

(i) all services available for veterans from the unit;

(ii) the contact information for the unit’s veterans’ services specialist; and

(iii) a link to the Department with the contact information for the director of the Program in the Department.

(c) The veterans’ services specialist shall:

(1) coordinate the provision of veterans’ services available through the unit with the Department; and

(2) attend annual training that the Department provides concerning the coordination of veterans’ services.

(d) On request for services by a veteran, a governmental unit that does not provide services to veterans shall direct the veteran to contact the Department and provide the veteran with the Department contact information.

(e) The Department shall:

(1) coordinate a meeting each quarter, or as otherwise necessary, with governmental units to discuss and receive information concerning the implementation of the requirements of this section; and

(2) on or before January 15 each year, report on the implementation of the requirements of this section to the Governor and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of this article, the General Assembly.
Md. Code, Corporations and Associations § 9A-107 — MD Code / Article gca / Title 9A / Subtitle 1 / Section 9A-107
§9A–107.
Status: in_force

A partnership governed by this title is subject to any amendment to or repeal of this title.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-3701 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 37 / Section 9-3701
§9–3701.
Status: in_force

In this subtitle, “Commission” means the Commission on African American History and Culture.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-1A-34 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 1A / Section 9-1A-34
§9–1A–34.
Status: in_force

The Commission shall make an annual report to the Governor and, subject to § 2–1257 of this article, to the General Assembly:

(1) on the operation and finances of the video lottery facilities;

(2) with the assistance of local police departments and the Department of State Police, detailing the crimes that occur within the communities surrounding a video lottery facility; and

(3) on the attainment of minority business participation goals specified for licensees under § 9–1A–10(a)(1) and (2) of this subtitle and the efforts by licensees to maintain those goals.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-1702.2 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 17 / Section 9-1702.2
§9–1702.
Status: in_force

§9–1702.2.

(a) In this section, “advisory council” has the meaning stated in § 9–2501 of this title.

(b) (1) On or before July 30, 2034, and at least once every 10 years thereafter, the Office shall hire an independent consultant to conduct a statewide recycling needs assessment to inform the provision of recycling services in the State including implementation of Subtitle 25 of this title.

(2) The needs assessment shall include:

(i) An analysis of the State’s current solid waste streams, including:

1. Solid waste generated in the State by local jurisdiction, type, and material;

2. Disposal methods by material type and amount; and

3. Associated costs and revenues for solid waste disposal programs;

(ii) An analysis of the State’s current recycling streams, including:

1. Recyclable materials processed by local jurisdiction, type, and amount;

2. Processing methods by material type and amount;

3. Associated costs and revenues for recycling programs, collection, and tipping fees;

4. An estimate of the amount of recyclable materials that are not currently being recycled; and

5. An estimate of the amount of reusable packaging that is not currently being reused;

(iii) An evaluation of the current infrastructure and capacity related to, need for, and associated costs of:

1. Recycling access and availability;

2. Collecting and hauling recyclable, reusable, or compostable materials in the State;

3. Processing recyclable or compostable materials in the State;

4. Taking advantage of favorable market conditions or other opportunities for increasing recycling, reuse, or organics recycling in the State;

5. In coordination with local governments, consumer education regarding recycling, organics recycling, reusable packaging, and contamination reduction;

6. Reuse infrastructure; and

7. Organics recycling infrastructure;

(iv) An evaluation of commingled recycling processing facility worker conditions, wages, and benefits;

(v) An evaluation of opportunities in the recycling and reuse system for women and minority individuals;

(vi) An evaluation of local government requirements related to multifamily and commercial recycling services and their implementation;

(vii) The sufficiency of recycling and reuse education programs relative to desired equity outcomes;

(viii) An evaluation of the economic opportunities in the State’s recycling and reuse system, including:

1. State and local revenue that may be considered lost because recyclable materials are not being recycled;

2. Current jobs associated with the solid waste, reuse, and recycling industries;

3. Opportunities to increase employment in the recycling industry by material type;

4. Business opportunities associated with recycling or reusable packaging;

5. Barriers to increasing the use of recyclable materials as feedstock for principal processors and manufacturers and means of eliminating those barriers; and

6. Recommendations for incentives to stimulate job growth and business opportunities in the State’s recycling and reusable packaging industries;

(ix) Recommendations for improving equity and equitable outcomes for underserved populations in the State’s recycling system;

(x) An analysis of the costs and benefits of implementing an extended producer responsibility program, including to:

1. Local governments;

2. Waste producers;

3. Residents; and

4. Waste management companies;

(xi) An analysis of the potential environmental impact of an extended producer responsibility program, including through:

1. Increased recycling;

2. Resource recovery;

3. Waste reduction; and

4. Reduced environmental damage; and

(xii) Recommendations on the best practices to follow from successful extended producer responsibility programs in other states and countries.

(c) The Office shall report on the results of each assessment conducted under this section to the Governor and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the General Assembly.

(d) In conducting an assessment required under this section, the independent consultant shall consult with producer responsibility organizations, the producer responsibility advisory council established under § 9–2503 of this title, appropriate local governmental entities, and regional solid waste organizations in the State.

(e) The Office shall establish and collect a fee to be paid by producer responsibility organizations to cover the costs associated with conducting:

(1) The assessment required under Chapter 465 of the Acts of the General Assembly of 2023; and

(2) Each subsequent assessment required under this section.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-2704 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 27 / Section 9-2704
§9–2704.
Status: in_force

All community water system and community sewerage system providers in the State shall:

(1) Appoint a primary point of contact for cybersecurity to interact with the appropriate local emergency manager and the Department of Information Technology regarding cybersecurity–related matters; and

(2) Attend annual trainings to improve cybersecurity awareness.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 9-208 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-208
§9–208.
Status: in_force

(a) An individual is a covered employee if the individual regularly distributes or sells newspapers:

(1) on the street; or

(2) to customers at their homes or places of business.

(b) For the purposes of this title, the employer of an individual who is a covered employee under this section is:

(1) each independent news agency for which the covered employee sells newspapers; and

(2) each publisher who engages the covered employee to distribute or sell its newspapers.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 9-738 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 9 / Subtitle 7 / Section 9-738
§9–738.
Status: in_force

(a) This section is not subject to the provisions set forth in § 6–201 of the Courts Article.

(b) To take an appeal, a person shall file an order of appeal with the circuit court for the county where:

(1) the covered employee resides;

(2) the employer has its principal place of business; or

(3) the accidental personal injury, compensable hernia, or last injurious exposure to the hazards of the occupational disease occurred.

(c) If an appeal is taken to a circuit court that does not have jurisdiction, the court shall transfer the appeal to the proper circuit court on the motion of a party.

(d) If a party to an appeal suggests in writing and under oath that the party cannot obtain a fair trial in the circuit court in which the appeal is pending, the circuit court shall transfer the appeal to another circuit court.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 9-207 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-207
§9–207.
Status: in_force

(a) A forest ranger, a park ranger, a wildlife ranger, a registered crew member, a paid law enforcement employee, or an individual engaged for fire fighting by the Department of Natural Resources is a covered employee.

(b) Notwithstanding § 9–203 of this subtitle, an individual engaged for fire fighting who otherwise would be a covered employee under subsection (a) of this section is a covered employee even if the fire fighting takes place outside of the State.

(c) Notwithstanding § 9–205 of this subtitle, an individual who otherwise would be a covered employee under subsection (a) of this section is a covered employee even if engaged temporarily or part time.

(d) For the purpose of this title, the Department of Natural Resources is the employer of an individual who is a covered employee under this section.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-1A-14 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 1A / Section 9-1A-14
§9–1A–14.
Status: in_force

(a) Unless an individual holds a valid video lottery employee license or temporary video lottery employee license issued by the Commission, the individual may not be employed by a video lottery operation licensee as a video lottery employee.

(b) Before issuance of a video lottery employee license, an applicant shall provide sufficient information, documentation, and assurances that the Commission may require.

(c) (1) The Commission shall deny a video lottery employee license to an applicant who is disqualified due to:

(i) the applicant’s failure to prove the applicant’s good character, honesty, and integrity;

(ii) the applicant’s lack of expertise or training to be a video lottery employee;

(iii) except as provided in paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection, the applicant’s conviction, active parole, or probation for any crime involving moral turpitude or gambling under the laws of the United States or any state within the prior 7 years;

(iv) except as provided in paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection, the applicant’s current prosecution for any crime involving moral turpitude or gambling under the laws of the United States or any state, but, at the request of the applicant, the Commission may defer a decision on the application during the pendency of the charge;

(v) pursuit by the applicant of economic gain in an occupational manner or context that is in violation of the laws of the State, if the pursuit creates a reasonable belief that participation of the applicant in video lottery operations would be inimical to the policies of this subtitle;

(vi) identification of the applicant as a career offender or a member of a career offender cartel or an associate of a career offender or career offender cartel in a manner that creates a reasonable belief that the association is of a nature as to be inimical to the policies of this subtitle;

(vii) willful defiance by the applicant or a person that is required to be qualified under this subtitle as a condition of a license of a legislative investigatory body or other official investigatory body of the United States or a jurisdiction within the United States when the body is engaged in the investigation of crimes relating to gambling, official corruption, or organized crime activity; and

(viii) any other reason established in the regulations of the Commission as a reason for denying a license.

(2) (i) In this paragraph, “problem–solving court” means a problem–solving court under the Office of Problem–Solving Courts, or a comparable program from another state court system, that provides a collaborative, therapeutic, nonadversarial approach to judicial supervision of eligible offenders, including a drug court, DUI court, veterans’ court, mental health court, or reentry court.

(ii) An applicant is not disqualified from licensure under paragraph (1)(iii) or (iv) of this subsection if the conviction, active parole, probation, or prosecution involves a nonviolent misdemeanor offense, other than a crime involving gambling, for which the applicant participated in and completed a problem–solving court program.

(3) An applicant is not disqualified from licensure under paragraph (1)(iii) or (iv) of this subsection if:

(i) the conviction, active parole, probation, or prosecution involves a nonviolent misdemeanor offense, other than a crime involving gambling;

(ii) the applicant will not be employed by the video lottery operation licensee in the operation of gaming or security; and

(iii) the video lottery operation licensee requests that the Commission issue the license notwithstanding the conviction, active parole, probation, or prosecution.

(d) (1) The Commission may issue a temporary video lottery employee license that authorizes an applicant to be employed as a video lottery employee.

(2) The Commission:

(i) may issue a temporary license to an applicant who:

1. files a completed application for a video lottery employee license; and

2. acknowledges, in writing, that the State is not financially responsible for any consequences resulting from termination of the temporary license under paragraph (4) of this subsection; and

(ii) may not issue a temporary license to an applicant who:

1. has an immediately known present or prior activity, criminal record, reputation, habit, or association that would disqualify the applicant from holding a video lottery employee license under this subtitle; or

2. poses a serious imminent risk of harm to the integrity, security, or profitability of the State’s gaming program.

(3) (i) A temporary license issued under this subsection expires 180 days after the date of issue.

(ii) The Commission may extend a temporary license for an additional 180 days.

(4) Notwithstanding § 9–1A–04(a)(3) of this subtitle, the Commission may terminate without a hearing the temporary license of an applicant for:

(i) failure to pay a required fee;

(ii) failure to submit required information to the Commission;

(iii) failure to comply with the Commission’s staff requests;

(iv) engaging in conduct that obstructs the Commission from completing the applicant’s background investigation; or

(v) any other reason established in the regulations of the Commission.

(5) If the Commission denies the application for a video lottery employee license of an applicant who has been issued a temporary license, the applicant immediately shall surrender the applicant’s temporary license identification to the Commission and cease working as a video lottery employee.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 9-243 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-243
§9–243.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to subsection (b) of this section, the Mayor and City Council of Baltimore City or the governing body of a county or of a municipal corporation may grant a tax credit under this section against the county or municipal corporation property tax imposed on real property if:

(1) the homeowner is otherwise eligible for the credit allowed under § 9-105 of this title;

(2) (i) the dwelling is:

1. damaged or destroyed due to a natural disaster; and

2. subsequently repaired or reconstructed;

(ii) the dwelling is revalued after the dwelling is repaired or reconstructed; and

(iii) as a result of the revaluation, the assessment of the dwelling exceeds the last assessment of the dwelling; and

(3) the homeowner claiming the credit had a legal interest in the dwelling at the time the dwelling was damaged or destroyed as described under item (2) of this subsection.

(b) A homeowner may receive a tax credit under this section only if the homeowner qualified and received a tax credit under § 9-109 of this title and is no longer receiving a tax credit under § 9-109 of this title.

(c) The amount of the property tax credit allowed under this section shall equal 50% of the property tax attributable to an increase in the assessment of the dwelling on revaluation under § 8-104(c)(1)(iii) of this article, including improvements, over the last assessment of the dwelling before the natural disaster, less the amount of any assessment on which a property tax credit under § 9-105 of this title has been authorized.

(d) A credit under this section may not be granted for more than 3 years.

(e) The Mayor and City Council of Baltimore City or the governing body of a county or municipal corporation may:

(1) establish procedures or requirements for the application, review, and approval of tax credits under this section;

(2) establish additional eligibility criteria such as age, income level, or assessment value; and

(3) notify the Department of any credits that have been granted under this section.

(f) The credit under this section may not be claimed for a dwelling for which repair or reconstruction is completed before September 18, 2003.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 9-607 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 9 / Subtitle 6 / Section 9-607
§9–607.
Status: in_force

A proposed plan of conversion to a capital stock association and proposed charter amendments to conform to the conversion require approval by a majority vote of the total number of votes eligible to be cast by the members of a mutual association.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 9-801 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 9 / Subtitle 8 / Section 9-801
§9–801.
Status: in_force

In this subtitle, “foreign association” means any savings and loan association other than:

(1) A savings and loan association incorporated under the laws of this State; or

(2) A savings and loan association incorporated under the laws of the United States that has its principal office in this State.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-3404 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 34 / Section 9-3404
§9–3404.
Status: in_force

§9–3404. IN EFFECT

// EFFECTIVE UNTIL SEPTEMBER 30, 2035 PER CHAPTERS 687 AND 688 OF 2021 //

The Commission shall:

(1) coordinate the planning and implementation of activities and events to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the founding of Maryland;

(2) promote the identification, documentation, and preservation of historical and cultural resources related to the founding of Maryland;

(3) assist in protecting, improving, and developing existing educational and interpretive institutions, sites, and museums in promoting the 400th anniversary of the founding of Maryland;

(4) ensure development of a model social studies curriculum on the founding of Maryland;

(5) promote nationally and internationally the commemoration of the 400th anniversary of the founding of Maryland;

(6) ensure that commemorative activities, events, and products provide lasting value and public benefits beyond the celebration of the 400th anniversary of the founding of Maryland;

(7) secure support and financial resources to implement events and activities planned and assisted by the Commission, including the formation of an appropriate legal entity;

(8) provide leadership for and coordinate economic development opportunities in and around St. Mary’s City to promote the region for future generations; and

(9) perform other actions necessary to carry out the purposes of the Commission.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-912 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 9 / Section 9-912
§9–912.
Status: in_force

(a) To carry out the responsibilities and goals of the Department, the Department may acquire, hold, use, improve, and convey property.

(b) (1) In addition to any other power under this section, the Department may lease any part of the home property for use as a concession or other commercial purpose that is consistent with the purposes of the Department. However, the Department may not lease its property merely for investment purposes.

(2) Notwithstanding any other law, unless the lease expressly provides for redemption by the tenant, the lease is not subject to redemption.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-3202 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 32 / Section 9-3202
§9–3202.
Status: in_force

There is a Justice Reinvestment Oversight Board in the Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention and Policy.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-1108 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 11 / Section 9-1108
§9–1108.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Nitrogen removal technology” means the best available technology for the removal of nitrogen.

(3) “On–site sewage disposal system” means a sewage treatment unit, collection system, disposal area, and related appurtenances.

(b) A person may not:

(1) Install, or have installed, on property a person owns in the State in the Chesapeake and Atlantic Coastal Bays Critical Area, an on–site sewage disposal system to service a newly constructed building, unless the on–site sewage disposal system utilizes nitrogen removal technology; or

(2) Replace or have replaced, an existing on–site sewage disposal system on property a person owns in the State in the Chesapeake and Atlantic Coastal Bays Critical Area, unless the replacement on–site sewage disposal system utilizes nitrogen removal technology.

(c) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection and in accordance with § 9–1605.2(h) of this title, the Department shall assist homeowners in paying the cost difference between a conventional on–site sewage disposal system and a system that utilizes nitrogen removal technology with money from the Bay Restoration Fund, if sufficient funds are available.

(2) In calendar years 2010, 2011, and 2012, the Department shall assist homeowners by paying 100% of the cost difference between a conventional on–site sewage disposal system and a system that utilizes nitrogen removal technology with money from the Bay Restoration Fund, if the homeowner:

(i) Is required under subsection (b)(2) of this section to replace an existing on–site sewage disposal system with an on–site sewage disposal system that utilizes nitrogen removal technology; and

(ii) Has a failing on–site sewage disposal system.

(d) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, a person who violates subsection (b) of this section is subject to the civil and administrative penalties and the enforcement mechanisms provided in §§ 9–334 through 9–342 of this title.

(2) The penalties imposed under this section may not exceed $8,000.

(e) (1) The Department shall adopt regulations to implement this section.

(2) The regulations adopted in accordance with paragraph (1) of this subsection shall include provisions to ensure that appropriate management measures are provided for the operation and maintenance of nitrogen removal technology.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-2015 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 20 / Section 9-2015
§9–2015.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Fund” means the Resiliency Hub Grant Program Fund.

(3) “Program” means the Resiliency Hub Grant Program established under § 9–2010 of this subtitle.

(b) There is a Resiliency Hub Grant Program Fund.

(c) The purpose of the Fund is to provide grants under the Program.

(d) The Administration 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) grant funding obtained under subsection (k) of this section;

(2) funds distributed to the Fund under § 9–20B–05 of this title and §§ 2–110.1 and 13–201 of the Public Utilities Article;

(3) money appropriated in the State budget to the Fund;

(4) interest earnings; and

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

(g) The Fund may be used only for:

(1) grants awarded under the Program; and

(2) costs associated with administering the Program and the Fund.

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

(j) Money expended from the Fund for the Program is supplemental to and is not intended to take the place of funding that otherwise would be appropriated for the Program.

(k) The Administration and the Maryland Department of Emergency Management, in coordination with any other appropriate unit of State government, shall identify and apply for grant funding, including federal grant funding, to support the Program.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-102 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 9 / Subtitle 1 / Section 9-102
§9–102.
Status: in_force

This title applies only in Allegany County.
Md. Code, Election Law § 9-501 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 9 / Subtitle 5 / Section 9-501
§9–501.
Status: in_force

(a) This subtitle applies only to a special election that is not held concurrently with a regularly scheduled primary or general election.

(b) Voting by mail may be utilized in a special election in accordance with this subtitle.

(c) A special election to fill a vacancy in the Office of Representative in Congress shall be conducted by mail if the Governor’s proclamation issued under § 8–710 of this article directs that the election be conducted by mail.

(d) (1) In this subsection, “local special election” means a special election to:

(i) fill a vacancy in the offices of county council member, chief executive officer, or county executive of a charter county if the charter of that county provides for special elections;

(ii) fill a vacancy in the board of county commissioners of a code home rule county if a local law enacted by that county provides for special elections;

(iii) fill a vacancy in the board of county commissioners of a commission county if a law provides for special elections;

(iv) fill a vacancy in a local board of education if State law provides for special elections;

(v) elect members of a charter board or submit a proposed charter to the voters for adoption or rejection in accordance with Article XI–A, § 1A of the Maryland Constitution; or

(vi) submit a local law enacted by a code home rule county to the voters for adoption or rejection in accordance with § 9–313 of the Local Government Article.

(2) A local special election shall be conducted by mail if the resolution of the county council or board of county commissioners establishing the date of the special election directs that the election be conducted by mail.

(e) Except as otherwise provided in this subtitle:

(1) provisions of this article relating to absentee voting apply to voting by mail; and

(2) all pertinent State or local laws relating to the conduct of a special election apply to a special election conducted under this subtitle.

(f) Provisions of this article relating to the conduct of elections apply to a special election conducted under this subtitle, unless a law specifically relevant to a special election applies.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-641 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 6 / Section 9-641
§9–641.
Status: in_force

(a) If the governing body of each member county that has territory in the service area of the project approves, a district may borrow money and pay interest to provide interim financing for a project.

(b) Borrowing under this section may not be for a period of more than 5 years.

(c) Each member county that approves a borrowing under this subsection shall guarantee payment of the principal and interest in the same way that a county makes guarantees under Part VIII of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Public Utilities § 9-301 — MD Code / Article gpu / Title 9 / Subtitle 3 / Section 9-301
§9–301.
Status: in_force

In this subtitle, “Maryland railroad company” means a railroad company organized under the laws of this State.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-518 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 5 / Section 9-518
§9–518.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Commission” means the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission.

(3) “Health officer” means the health officer for Prince George’s County.

(4) “Issuing authority” means any one of the following authorities that is authorized to issue or approve a permit:

(i) The Department;

(ii) The health officer;

(iii) The Montgomery County department designated by the Montgomery County government; or

(iv) The Prince George’s County Health Department.

(5) “Permit” means a permit issued or approved by the issuing authority for Montgomery County or Prince George’s County to install, connect to, or use an individual septic system.

(b) This section applies only in Montgomery County and Prince George’s County.

(c) In each county, a person shall have a permit from an issuing authority before the person may install, connect to, or use an individual septic system.

(d) An applicant for a permit shall submit an application to the issuing authority on the form that the issuing authority requires.

(e) (1) The health officer and the Montgomery County department designated by the Montgomery County government shall:

(i) Submit each application for a permit to the Commission; and

(ii) Notify the Commission if there is more than one application for a permit in an area or subdivision of each county when:

1. The original permit application is submitted to the Commission; or

2. This fact reasonably becomes known to the health officer.

(2) This subsection does not apply to an area of each county in which a community sewerage system is not planned within 10 years under the county’s comprehensive plan for sewerage systems.

(f) (1) Within 30 days after the Commission receives an application under subsection (e)(1) of this section, the Commission shall review the application and comment to the health officer, in writing, on the application.

(2) If there is more than one application for a permit in an area or subdivision of each county, the Commission may group these applications together for purposes of review and comment.

(3) In its review and comments under this subsection, the Commission shall include:

(i) A determination of the location of the nearest collection line of a community sewerage system;

(ii) The capacity, feasibility, cost, and engineering conditions or requirements for an extension of this collection line; and

(iii) If available, an estimate of the time required for this extension.

(g) (1) The issuing authority shall issue a permit to any applicant who meets the requirements of this subtitle.

(2) If the Commission does not respond as required by subsection (f) of this section, and if the permit otherwise complies with this section, the local health officer may issue the permit.

(h) (1) The issuing authority shall include on each permit that the issuing authority issues a requirement that the holder of a permit shall notify, in writing, any buyer or lessee of the permitted property:

(i) That the permitted property is served by an individual septic system;

(ii) Of the conditions, estimate of time, and other factors that concern the subsequent extension of a community sewerage system to the permitted property; and

(iii) If applicable, that the Commission did not review and comment on the application for a permit because the permitted property was in an area of the county in which at the time of the application a community sewerage system was not planned within 10 years under the county’s comprehensive plan for sewerage systems.

(2) The health officer and the Montgomery County department designated by the Montgomery County government:

(i) Shall adopt rules and regulations to carry out the provisions of this subsection; and

(ii) May require the holder of a permit to record the information required by paragraph (1) of this subsection in the land records of the county in which the permitted property is located.
Md. Code, Housing and Community Development § 9-306 — MD Code / Article ghs / Title 9 / Subtitle 3 / Section 9-306
§9–306.
Status: in_force

The Department shall take any necessary action, including providing technical assistance, to encourage and facilitate the creation of the Fund.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-1A-13 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 1A / Section 9-1A-13
§9–1A–13.
Status: in_force

(a) The initial term of a video lottery operation license is 15 years from the date on which the video lottery facility is issued the license by the Commission.

(b) During the initial term of a video lottery operation license, the licensee shall provide the Commission with an annual update of the information required under this subtitle for the issuance of a license by the date set by the Commission in regulations and on the form required by the Commission.

(c) At least 2 years but not more than 5 years before the expiration of the initial 15–year license term or a renewal term of a video lottery operation license, the licensee shall file with the Commission a notice of intent to apply for renewal of the license under this subtitle.

(d) (1) This subsection applies to the first renewal of a video lottery operation license following the initial 15–year term and each subsequent renewal of the license.

(2) A renewal of a video lottery operation license is for a term of 15 years.

(3) At least 1 year but not more than 5 years before the end of the initial 15–year license term or a renewal term, a video lottery operation licensee may file an application to renew a video lottery operation license.

(4) On proper application for renewal of a video lottery operation license, the Commission shall renew the license unless the Commission finds that the licensee is no longer qualified under this subtitle to hold a license.

(5) Before denying an application under this subsection, the Commission shall provide the video lottery operation licensee an opportunity for a hearing.

(6) (i) For each 5–year period of the 15–year term, the video lottery operation licensee shall pay a fee equal to 0.75% of the average annual proceeds from the operation of video lottery terminals and table games at the video lottery facility for the preceding 3–year period, to be paid in equal annual installments.

(ii) The video lottery operation licensee shall pay each installment:

1. for the first year of the 15–year term, on the effective date of the renewed license; and

2. for the remaining 14 years of the 15–year term, if the licensee remains qualified to hold a license under this subtitle, on the date of the anniversary of the effective date of the renewed license.

(iii) The Commission shall pay the renewal license fees submitted under this paragraph to the Education Trust Fund established under § 9–1A–30 of this subtitle.

(e) If a licensee has its license revoked or otherwise surrenders the license, the video lottery operation license reverts to the State.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-4104 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 41 / Section 9-4104
§9–4104.
Status: in_force

A unit of State government other than the Department shall:

(1) ensure that a person that interacts with the unit’s program for designated populations is connected with all State programs for which the person may be eligible by referring the person to the Department; and

(2) utilize standards set by the Department related to social equity.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 9-505 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 9 / Subtitle 5 / Section 9-505
§9–505.
Status: in_force

(a) A consignor, lessor, or other bailor of goods, a licensor, or a buyer of a payment intangible or promissory note may file a financing statement, or may comply with a statute or treaty described in § 9-311(a), using the terms “consignor”, “consignee”, “lessor”, “lessee”, “bailor”, “bailee”, “licensor”, “licensee”, “owner”, “registered owner”, “buyer”, “seller”, or words of similar import, instead of the terms “secured party” and “debtor”.

(b) This subtitle applies to the filing of a financing statement under subsection (a) and, as appropriate, to compliance that is equivalent to filing a financing statement under § 9-311(b), but the filing or compliance is not of itself a factor in determining whether the collateral secures an obligation. If it is determined for another reason that the collateral secures an obligation, a security interest held by the consignor, lessor, bailor, licensor, owner, or buyer which attaches to the collateral is perfected by the filing or compliance.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 9-316 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 9 / Subtitle 3 / Section 9-316
§9–316.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Insured payroll” means the payroll of an employer who:

(i) is subject to this title; and

(ii) has obtained insurance for its covered employees from an insurer.

(3) “Insurer” means:

(i) a stock corporation or mutual association that is authorized under the Insurance Article to provide workers’ compensation insurance in the State;

(ii) a governmental self–insurance group that meets the requirements of § 9–404 of this title;

(iii) a self–insurance group of private employers that meets the requirements of Title 25, Subtitle 3 of the Insurance Article; or

(iv) an individual employer that self–insures in accordance with § 9–405 of this title.

(b) Out of money appropriated for the maintenance of the Commission, the State shall pay the salaries, administrative expenses, and all other expenses of the Commission, including:

(1) the costs of the administration of the Occupational Safety and Health Program by the Commissioner of Labor and Industry under Title 5 of this article;

(2) the costs of the administration of the workforce fraud program by the Commissioner of Labor and Industry under Title 3, Subtitle 9 of this article; and

(3) any cost incurred by the State, including contribution as an employer, because of the participation of a Commissioner in the Judges’ Retirement System of the State of Maryland.

(c) The Commission shall assess against and collect from each insurer a tax for the maintenance of the Commission.

(d) (1) Before each fiscal year, the Commission shall calculate for each insurer the tax for the maintenance of the Commission in accordance with this section.

(2) First, the Commission shall calculate the assessment percentage by:

(i) determining the appropriation for the expenses of the Commission for the next fiscal year as:

1. decreasing by an amount equal to the revenues received during the current fiscal year under § 9–319(a)(2) and (3) of this subtitle;

2. decreasing by any amount the expenditures projected to the end of the current fiscal year that are expected to be less than the appropriation for that fiscal year; and

3. adjusting for any variances between the projected and actual expenditures for the previous fiscal year; and

(ii) dividing the amount determined under item (i) of this paragraph by the total insured payroll of all insurers.

(3) Then, the Commission shall apply the assessment percentage determined under paragraph (2) of this subsection to the insured payroll of each insurer.

(e) Payment of the tax assessed under this section may be enforced by a civil action in the name of the State.

(f) The Commission shall pay the money that it collects for the tax under this section into the Workers’ Compensation Fund in the State Treasury established under § 9–319 of this subtitle to reimburse the State for the expense of administering this title.

(g) The Commission may:

(1) examine payrolls and require reports from employers and insurers as may be reasonable and necessary to carry out this section; and

(2) adopt regulations to carry out this section.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 9-667 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 9 / Subtitle 6 / Section 9-667
§9–667.
Status: in_force

In addition to any other compensation paid to a covered employee entitled to compensation under this title, the employer or its insurer shall reimburse the covered employee for lost wages due to time spent:

(1) being examined by a physician or other examiner at the request of the employer or its insurer; and

(2) attending and traveling to and from a Commission hearing scheduled as a result of a continuance caused by action of the employer or its insurer.
Md. Code, Real Property § 9-102 — MD Code / Article grp / Title 9 / Subtitle 1 / Section 9-102
§9–102.
Status: in_force

(a) Every building erected and every building repaired, rebuilt, or improved to the extent of 15 percent of its value is subject to establishment of a lien in accordance with this subtitle for the payment of all debts, without regard to the amount, contracted for work done for or about the building and for materials furnished for or about the building, including the drilling and installation of wells to supply water, the construction or installation of any swimming pool or fencing, the sodding, seeding or planting in or about the premises of any shrubs, trees, plants, flowers or nursery products, the grading, filling, landscaping, and paving of the premises, the provision of building or landscape architectural services, engineering services, land surveying services, or interior design services that pertain to interior construction and are provided by a certified interior designer, and the leasing of equipment, with or without an operator, for use for or about the building or premises.

(b) If the owner of land or the owner’s agent contracts for the installation of waterlines, sanitary sewers, storm drains, or streets to service all lots in a development of the owner’s land, each lot and its improvements, if any, are subject, on a basis pro rata to the number of lots being developed, to the establishment of a lien as provided in subsection (a) of this section for all debts for work and material in connection with the installation.

(c) Any machine, wharf, or bridge erected, constructed, or repaired within the State may be subjected to a lien in the same manner as a building is subjected to a lien in accordance with this subtitle.

(d) However, a building or the land on which the building is erected may not be subjected to a lien under this subtitle if, prior to the establishment of a lien in accordance with this subtitle, legal title has been granted to a bona fide purchaser for value.

(e) The filing of a petition under § 9–105 of this subtitle shall constitute notice to a purchaser of the possibility of a lien being perfected under this subtitle.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-314 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 3 / Section 9-314
§9–314.
Status: in_force

(a) The Department may adopt rules and regulations that set, for the waters of this State, water quality standards and effluent standards. These standards shall be designed to protect:

(1) The public health, safety, and welfare;

(2) Present and future use of the waters of this State for public water supply;

(3) The propagation of aquatic life and wildlife;

(4) Recreational use of the waters of this State; and

(5) Agricultural, industrial, and other legitimate uses of the waters of this State.

(b) The rules and regulations adopted under this section shall include at least the following:

(1) Water quality standards that specify the maximum permissible short term and long term concentrations of pollutants in the water, the minimum permissible concentrations of dissolved oxygen and other desirable matter in the water, and the temperature range for the water.

(2) Effluent standards that specify the maximum loading or concentrations and the physical, thermal, chemical, biological, and radioactive properties of wastes that may be discharged into the waters of this State.

(3) Definition of technique for filling and sealing abandoned water wells and holes, for disposal wells, for deep mines and surface mines, and for landfills to prevent groundwater contamination, seepage, and drainage into the waters of this State.

(4) Requirements for the sale, offer, use, or storage of pesticides and other substances that the Department finds to constitute water pollution hazards.

(5) Procedures for water pollution incidents or emergencies that constitute an acute danger to health or the environment.

(6) Provisions for equipment and procedures for monitoring pollutants, collecting samples, and logging and reporting of monitoring.

(c) Effluent standards set under this section shall be at least as stringent as those specified by the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System.
Md. Code, Agriculture § 9-105 — MD Code / Article gag / Title 9 / Subtitle 1 / Section 9-105
§9–105.
Status: in_force

Any dealer transporting or delivering for transportation sod, sod mixtures, plugs, or sprigs shall keep adequate records and the Secretary may inspect the records to carry out the provisions of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 9-331 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 9 / Subtitle 3 / Section 9-331
§9–331.
Status: in_force

If the Comptroller cancels a license or exemption certificate under § 9-330 of this subtitle, the Comptroller shall notify the licensee or certificate holder in writing sent to the last known address of the licensee or certificate holder. The notice shall be sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, under a postmark of the United States Postal Service.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-403 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 4 / Section 9-403
§9–403.
Status: in_force

(a) This subtitle does not affect any other express powers conferred by statute on the Department of the Environment or the Department of Natural Resources.

(b) The powers, duties, and authority of the Department under this subtitle supplement and are ancillary to any other provisions of this article and the Health - General Article that relate to the Secretary’s authority and responsibility to assure the purity and sanitary condition of the water supply.
Md. Code, Agriculture § 9-207 — MD Code / Article gag / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-207
§9–207.
Status: in_force

(a) Each container of agricultural seeds which is sold, offered or exposed for sale, or transported in the State for planting purposes shall bear or have attached in a conspicuous place a plainly written or printed label or tag in the English language, except when the scientific name is the commonly accepted name, giving the following information:

(1) The name and address of the person who labeled the seed or who sells, offers, or exposes the seed for sale within the State;

(2) Commonly accepted name of (i) kind, or (ii) kind and variety, of each agricultural seed component in excess of 5 percent of the whole, and the percentage by weight of each in the order of its predominance;

(3) Where more than one component is required to be named, the word “mixture” or the word “mixed” shall be shown conspicuously on the label;

(4) Origin of alfalfa, red clover, orchard grass, white clover, and field corn (except hybrid corn), but if the origin is unknown, that fact shall be stated;

(5) Lot number or other identification;

(6) Percentage by weight of seeds other than that required to be named on the label;

(7) Percentage by weight of inert matter;

(8) Percentage by weight of every weed seed;

(9) The name and number of each kind of restricted noxious weed seed: per ounce in Group 1 and per pound in Group 2 when present singly or collectively in any amount but the amount may not exceed 16 per ounce in Group 1 and 16 per pound in Group 2.

Group 1: Agropyron spp., agrostis spp., alfalfa, bermuda grass, brassica spp., orchard grass, alsike and white clover, crimson clover, dallis grass, fescues, flax, foxtail millet, lespedezas, poa spp., red clover, reed canary grass, rhodes grass, ryegrass, sweet clover, smooth brome, timothy, and any other agricultural seed of similar size and weight, or mixtures within this group;

Group 2: Barley, buckwheat, oats, proso, rye, sorghums, sudan grass vetches, wheat, and any other agricultural seed of a size and weight similar to or greater than those within this group, or any mixture within this group; and

(10) For each named agricultural seed (i) percentage of germination, exclusive of hard seed, (ii) percentage of hard seed, if present, and (iii) the calendar month and year the test was completed to determine such percentages. Following (i) and (ii) the additional statement: “total germination and hard seed” may be stated, if desired. However, if the total of (i) and (ii) is stated, the total shall be subject to the tolerance that applies to a percentage of germination of like magnitude.

(b) Every determination for purity, germination, and noxious weed seed is subject to the tolerance and method of determination prescribed in the rules and regulations adopted under this subtitle.
Md. Code, Election Law § 9-405 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 9 / Subtitle 4 / Section 9-405
§9–405.
Status: in_force

Before an individual casts a provisional ballot:

(1) the individual shall complete and sign the provisional ballot application prescribed by the State Board; and

(2) the election official issuing the ballot shall give the individual written information advising the individual that, and describing how, the individual will be able to ascertain whether the vote was counted and, if it was not counted, the reason it was not.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 9-111 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 9 / Subtitle 1 / Section 9-111
§9–111.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Brownfield” has the meaning stated in § 7–237 of this article.

(3) “Qualified property” means a brownfield, landfill, or clean fill on which a community solar energy generating system, as defined under § 7–306.2 of the Public Utilities Article, is installed.

(b) (1) The Mayor and City Council of Baltimore City and the governing body of each county and of each municipal corporation shall grant a property tax credit under this section against the county or municipal corporation property tax imposed on a qualified property.

(2) In addition to the property tax credit provided under paragraph (1) of this subsection, there is a credit against the State property tax that is imposed on qualified property.

(c) The amount of the property tax credit allowed under this section shall equal 50% of the State, county, or municipal corporation property tax that is imposed on the eligible assessment of qualified property.

(d) The property tax credit under this section may be granted only through the life cycle of a community solar energy generating system if the system installed on the qualified property:

(1) is placed in service after June 30, 2022; and

(2) has been approved by the Public Service Commission under § 7–306.2 of the Public Utilities Article on or before December 31, 2025.

(e) On or before June 15 each year, the Department shall submit to the Public Service Commission a list that includes:

(1) the location of each qualified property;

(2) the amount of the base year value for each qualified property; and

(3) the amount of the property tax assessed against each qualified property.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-1607 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 16 / Section 9-1607
§9–1607.
Status: in_force

(a) The Administration may, subject to the prior approval of the Board and the Secretary, issue bonds for the purpose of providing moneys for deposit to a fund.

(b) With respect to each issue of bonds, the Director shall adopt a bond resolution determining:

(1) The date or dates of issue;

(2) The date or dates of maturity and the amount or amounts maturing on such date or dates;

(3) The fixed or variable rate or rates of interest payable on the bonds, or manner of determining the same, and the date or dates of such payment;

(4) The form or forms and denomination or denominations, manner of execution and the place or places of payment of the bonds and of the interest thereon, which may be at any bank or trust company within or without this State;

(5) Whether the bonds or any part thereof shall be made redeemable before maturity and, if so, upon what terms, conditions, and prices; and

(6) Any other matter relating to the forms, terms, conditions, issuance, and sale of the bonds.

(c) No person executing the bonds or approving the issuance of the bonds shall be liable personally on the bonds or subject to any personal liability by reason of the issuance of the bonds.

(d) The Administration may enter into agreements with agents, banks, insurers, or others for the purpose of enhancing the marketability of or as security for the bonds.
Md. Code, Correctional Services § 9-606 — MD Code / Article gcs / Title 9 / Subtitle 6 / Section 9-606
§9–606.
Status: in_force

(a) This section applies to local correctional facilities and correctional facilities in the Division of Correction.

(b) On the recommendation of a health care provider, the managing official of a correctional facility or the managing official’s designee may authorize medical treatment of a juvenile incarcerated individual if:

(1) in the judgment of the managing official or designee, the treatment is necessary; and

(2) a parent, guardian, or person in loco parentis of the juvenile is not available on a timely basis to give the authorization.

(c) A managing official or designee may not be held liable for authorizing medically necessary treatment in good faith.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-2613 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 26 / Section 9-2613
§9–2613.
Status: in_force

This subtitle shall be liberally construed to effect its purposes.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 9-106 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 9 / Subtitle 1 / Section 9-106
§9–106.
Status: in_force

The governing body of a county or of a municipal corporation shall grant a property tax credit under this section against county or municipal corporation property tax imposed on property that is:

(1) owned by a local corporation affiliated with Ruritan International; and

(2) actually used only for the purposes of the local corporation.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 9-807 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 9 / Subtitle 8 / Section 9-807
§9–807.
Status: in_force

(a) In any case involving payment from the Subsequent Injury Fund, the Commission or any party in interest shall:

(1) give written notice to the State Treasurer or the attorney for the Subsequent Injury Fund that the Subsequent Injury Fund is or may be involved in the case; and

(2) implead the Fund, in writing, as a party.

(b) (1) The Subsequent Injury Fund may be impleaded at any stage of the proceedings:

(i) before the Commission; or

(ii) on appeal.

(2) If the Subsequent Injury Fund is impleaded on appeal before a circuit court or the Appellate Court of Maryland, the court:

(i) as to an impleader filed at least 60 days before the scheduled trial in the circuit court or at least 60 days before the hearing in the Appellate Court of Maryland, shall:

1. suspend further proceedings; and

2. remand the case to the Commission for further proceedings to give the Subsequent Injury Fund an opportunity to defend against the claim; and

(ii) as to an impleader filed less than 60 days before the trial in the circuit court or less than 60 days before the hearing in the Appellate Court of Maryland, may for good cause shown:

1. suspend further proceedings; and

2. remand the case to the Commission for further proceedings to give the Subsequent Injury Fund an opportunity to defend against the claim.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 9-604 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 9 / Subtitle 6 / Section 9-604
§9–604.
Status: in_force

(a) A person may not knowingly make or cause to be made a false:

(1) fire alarm; or

(2) call for an ambulance or rescue squad.

(b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or a fine not exceeding $5,000 or both.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 9-312.1 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 9 / Subtitle 3 / Section 9-312.1
§9–312.
Status: in_force

§9–312.1.

(a) If an individual has been licensed by the Board to practice as a nursing home administrator in the State in accordance with the requirements of this subtitle, the individual may be licensed subsequently as a nursing home administrator on inactive status, retaining the licensee’s original license number.

(b) (1) The Board shall place a licensee on inactive status if the licensee submits to the Board:

(i) An application for inactive status on the form required by the Board; and

(ii) The inactive status fee set by the Board.

(2) A licensee’s inactive status expires on the second anniversary of its effective date, unless the licensee renews the inactive status for a 2–year term as provided in this section.

(3) The Board shall provide a licensee who has complied with the requirements of paragraph (1) of this subsection with written notification of:

(i) The date that the licensee’s inactive status becomes effective;

(ii) The date that the licensee’s 2–year term of inactive status expires; and

(iii) The consequences of:

1. Not renewing inactive status before expiration of the 2–year term of inactive status; and

2. Not resuming active status within the 5–year period of inactive status, beginning on the first day of inactive status.

(c) A licensee on inactive status may not practice as a nursing home administrator in the State.

(d) The Board shall issue a license to a licensee who is on inactive status if the licensee:

(1) Completes an application form for reactivation of a license before expiration of the 2–year term of inactive status on the form required by the Board;

(2) Complies with the renewal requirements in effect at the time the licensee seeks to reactivate the license;

(3) Meets the continuing education requirements set by the Board;

(4) Has not practiced as a nursing home administrator in the State while on inactive status;

(5) Pays all appropriate fees set by the Board;

(6) Has been on inactive status for less than 5 years; and

(7) Is otherwise entitled to be licensed.

(e) Before the Board may reactivate the license of an individual who has been on inactive status for 5 years or more, the individual shall:

(1) Submit a new application;

(2) Pay all appropriate fees set by the Board;

(3) Complete a Board approved 1–month administrator refresher program;

(4) Pass the State’s standards examination; and

(5) Submit satisfactory evidence of having completed a State and national criminal history records check in accordance with § 9–302.1 of this subtitle.

(f) A nursing home administrator whose inactive license expires before the nursing home administrator returns to active licensure shall meet the reinstatement requirements of § 9–312 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 9-412 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 9 / Subtitle 4 / Section 9-412
§9–412.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) For the limited purpose set forth in paragraph (2) of this subsection, a permit shall remain in effect and does not expire by operation of law while the permit holder is under investigation by the Board or awaiting a hearing or disposition on charges subject to disciplinary action under this subtitle.

(2) An extension of a permit term under this subsection is effective only for the purpose of retaining the jurisdiction of the Board over the permit holder during the course of disciplinary proceedings and does not prevent the permit from expiring for any other purpose.

(b) Unless the Board agrees to accept the surrender, a permit holder may not surrender a permit while the holder is under investigation or awaiting a hearing or disposition on charges subject to disciplinary action under this subtitle.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-942 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 9 / Section 9-942
§9–942.
Status: in_force

(a) An authority shall:

(1) Use the proceeds of any bond that it issues only to pay for the project for which the bond was issued; and

(2) Disburse the proceeds of any bond in the manner and under any restrictions that the authority provides in the resolution or trust agreement that authorizes the issuance of or secures the bond.

(b) (1) If, for any reason, the proceeds of an issue of bonds are less than the cost of the project for which the authority issued the bonds, the authority may issue additional bonds, in a manner similar to that followed in issuing the original bonds, to provide the amount of the deficit.

(2) Unless otherwise provided in the resolution or trust agreement that authorizes the issuance of or secures the original bonds, additional bonds issued under this subsection:

(i) Are of the same issue as the original bonds; and

(ii) Are entitled to payment from the same fund, without any preference or priority being given to the original bonds.

(c) If the proceeds of an issue of bonds exceed the cost of the project for which the authority issued the bonds, the authority shall deposit the surplus to the credit of the reserve account or sinking fund for the bonds.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-116 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 1 / Section 9-116
§9–116.
Status: in_force

The Commission may suspend or revoke a license, on the recommendation of the Director.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 9-102 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 9 / Subtitle 1 / Section 9-102
§9–102.
Status: in_force

The purposes of this title are to safeguard public welfare, health, and property and to promote the public good by regulating persons who practice landscape architecture in the State.
Md. Code, Human Services § 9-404 — MD Code / Article ghu / Title 9 / Subtitle 4 / Section 9-404
§9–404.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) A State grant may be used only to plan, design, construct, convert, acquire, renovate, and equip a juvenile facility, including related reports, plans, specifications, site improvements, surveys, and programs.

(2) Any available federal or other grant shall be applied first to the cost of planning, design, construction, conversion, acquisition, renovation, or equipping of a juvenile facility.

(3) A State grant may not exceed 50% of the cost of eligible work remaining unpaid after all federal and other grants have been applied.

(b) (1) A State grant may not be used:

(i) to further sectarian religious instruction;

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

(iii) in connection with a program or department of divinity for a religious denomination.

(2) On request of the Board of Public Works, an applicant shall submit evidence satisfactory to the Board that a grant is not being used and has not been used for a purpose prohibited under this section.
Md. Code, Human Services § 9-505 — MD Code / Article ghu / Title 9 / Subtitle 5 / Section 9-505
§9–505.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The Board shall meet publicly in the State at least 10 times per year and, except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, not more than once per month at the times determined by:

(i) a majority of the members then serving;

(ii) the chair of the Board; or

(iii) the Secretary.

(2) A special meeting of the Board that does not count toward the monthly limit may be called by:

(i) a majority of the members then serving;

(ii) the chair of the Board; or

(iii) the Secretary.

(b) A majority of the members then serving constitutes a quorum.

(c) The Board shall:

(1) maintain minutes of its meetings and any other records that it considers necessary;

(2) on request, provide information regarding its budget, activities, and programs; and

(3) allow time for public comment at each of its meetings.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1003 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 9 / Subtitle 10 / Section 9-1003
§9–1003.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “video lottery facility” means a facility that holds a license under Title 9, Subtitle 1A of the State Government Article.

(b) There is a Class BWL–VLF (video lottery facility) beer, wine, and liquor license.

(c) (1) The Board may issue the license to an individual or entity that owns a video lottery facility that contains at least one food service facility, bar, or lounge.

(2) The Board may not require an applicant for the license to meet any location, voting, or residency requirement.

(d) (1) The license authorizes:

(i) the license holder to sell beer, wine, and liquor by the drink and by the bottle on the premises of the video lottery facility for consumption:

1. anywhere in the video lottery facility; or

2. on grounds controlled by the license holder, as defined in the license;

(ii) the playing of music and dancing; and

(iii) the sale and providing of beer, wine, and liquor throughout the video lottery facility and grounds controlled by the license holder during the days and hours that the video lottery facility is open for business.

(2) Beer, wine, and liquor purchased under the license may be taken anywhere in the video lottery facility or on grounds controlled by the license holder, as defined in the license.

(e) The hours for the sale of alcoholic beverages under the license are the same as the hours of operation of a video lottery facility.

(f) (1) The annual license fee is $15,000.

(2) The fee shall be paid to the Board on or before May 1.
Md. Code, Corporations and Associations § 9A-702 — MD Code / Article gca / Title 9A / Subtitle 7 / Section 9A-702
§9A–702.
Status: in_force

(a) For 2 years after a partner dissociates without resulting in a dissolution and winding up of the partnership business, the partnership, including a surviving partnership under Subtitle 9 of this title, is bound by an act of the dissociated partner which would have bound the partnership under § 9A-301 of this title before dissociation only if at the time of entering into the transaction the other party:

(1) Reasonably believed that the dissociated partner was then a partner;

(2) Did not have notice of the partner’s dissociation; and

(3) Is not deemed to have had knowledge under § 9A-303(d) of this title or notice under § 9A-704(c) of this subtitle.

(b) A dissociated partner is liable to the partnership for any damage caused to the partnership arising from an obligation incurred by the dissociated partner after dissociation for which the partnership is liable under subsection (a) of this section.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1504 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 9 / Subtitle 15 / Section 9-1504
§9–1504.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The Board shall publish a notice of the license application once a week for 2 consecutive weeks in at least one newspaper of general circulation in the municipality nearest to the location described in the application, as determined by the applicant.

(2) The notice shall state:

(i) the residence of the applicant; and

(ii) the location described in the application and the owner of the location.

(3) The first publication under this subsection shall be at least 15 days before the application hearing.

(b) (1) In addition to the newspaper notice required under § 4–208 of this article, the Board shall post a suitable notice in a conspicuous place at the location described in the application for at least 10 days before the application hearing.

(2) A notice under this subsection shall state the class of license for which application is made and the date, time, and location set by the Board for an application hearing.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-253 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-253
§9–253.
Status: in_force

(a) For purposes of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, the Secretary is the State water pollution control agency in this State.

(b) The Secretary has all powers that are necessary to comply with and represent this State under the Federal Water Pollution Control Act.

(c) Another unit of the State government may not exercise any power given to the Secretary under this section.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-4016 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 40 / Section 9-4016
§9–4016.
Status: in_force

(a) The Unit shall report in a timely manner to the Executive Director, the Secretary, the Commission on Juvenile Justice Reform and Emerging and Best Practices, and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of this article, the Speaker of the House of Delegates and the President of the Senate:

(1) knowledge of any problem regarding the care, supervision, and treatment of children in facilities;

(2) findings, actions, and recommendations, related to the investigations of disciplinary actions, grievances, incident reports, and alleged cases of child abuse and neglect; and

(3) all other findings and actions related to the monitoring required under this subtitle.

(b) (1) The Unit shall report quarterly to the Executive Director and the Secretary.

(2) A copy of the report shall be provided to the Commission on Juvenile Justice Reform and Emerging and Best Practices and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of this article, the General Assembly.

(3) The report shall include:

(i) all activities of the Unit;

(ii) actions taken by the Department resulting from the findings and recommendations of the Unit, including the Department’s response; and

(iii) a summary of any violations of the standards and regulations of the Department that remained unabated for 30 days or more during the reporting period.

(c) Beginning in 2006, on or before November 30 of each year, the Unit shall report to the Executive Director, the Secretary, the Commission on Juvenile Justice Reform and Emerging and Best Practices, the Governor, and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of this article, the General Assembly, on all the activities of the Office and the actions taken by the Department in response to findings and recommendations of the Unit.
Md. Code, Insurance § 9-309 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 9 / Subtitle 3 / Section 9-309
§9–309.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) A person recovering from the Corporation under this subtitle is deemed to have assigned to the Corporation the person’s rights under the policy to the extent of the person’s recovery from the Corporation.

(2) Each insured or claimant seeking the protection of this subtitle shall cooperate with the Corporation to the same extent as the insured or claimant would have been required to cooperate with the insolvent insurer.

(3) The Corporation does not have a cause of action against the insured of the insolvent insurer for any sum the Corporation has paid out except for a cause of action that the insolvent insurer would have had if the sum had been paid by the insolvent insurer.

(4) Payment of a claim of the Corporation does not operate to reduce the liability of an insured to the receiver, liquidator, or statutory successor for an unpaid assessment of an insolvent insurer operating on a plan with assessment liability.

(b) (1) The receiver, liquidator, or statutory successor of an insolvent insurer is bound by the settlement of a covered claim by the Corporation or its representatives.

(2) The court having jurisdiction shall grant a covered claim priority equal to that to which the claimant would have been entitled in the absence of this subtitle against the assets of the insolvent insurer.

(3) The court having jurisdiction shall grant the expenses of the Corporation or similar organization in handling claims the same priority as the liquidator’s expenses.

(c) (1) The Corporation periodically shall file with the receiver or liquidator of the insolvent insurer:

(i) statements of the covered claims paid by the Corporation; and

(ii) estimates of anticipated claims on the Corporation.

(2) The statements and estimates filed under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall preserve the rights of the Corporation against the assets of the insolvent insurer.

(d) An insurer may not assert a claim of subrogation against an insured of an insolvent insurer, but may assert a claim against the receiver of the insolvent insurer.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 9-711 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 9 / Subtitle 7 / Section 9-711
§9–711.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) If a covered employee suffers a disablement or death as a result of an occupational disease, the covered employee or the dependents of the covered employee shall file a claim application form with the Commission within 2 years, or in the case of pulmonary dust disease within 3 years, after the date:

(i) of disablement or death; or

(ii) when the covered employee or the dependents of the covered employee first had actual knowledge that the disablement was caused by the employment.

(2) (i) A claim application form filed under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall include an authorization by the claimant for the release, to the claimant’s attorney, the Uninsured Employers’ Fund, the Subsequent Injury Fund, the claimant’s or covered employee’s employer, and the insurer of the claimant’s or covered employee’s employer, or an agent of the claimant’s attorney, the Uninsured Employers’ Fund, the Subsequent Injury Fund, the claimant’s or covered employee’s employer, or the insurer of the claimant’s or covered employee’s employer, of medical and financial information that may be relevant to:

1. the member of the body that was injured, as indicated on the claim application form; and

2. the description of how the occupational disease occurred, as indicated on the claim application form.

(ii) An authorization under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph:

1. includes the release of information relating to the history, findings, office and patient charts, files, examination and progress notes, physical evidence, and additional claims filed by the claimant;

2. includes the release of information in the custody of the Commission;

3. is effective for 1 year from the date the claim is filed; and

4. does not restrict the redisclosure of medical information or written material relating to the authorization to a medical manager, health care professional, or certified rehabilitation practitioner.

(b) Unless waived under subsection (c) of this section, failure to file a claim in accordance with subsection (a) of this section bars a claim under this title.

(c) The defense of failure to file a claim in accordance with subsection (a) of this section is waived if the employer or its insurer:

(1) fails to raise the defense of the failure to file the claim at a hearing on the claim before the Commission makes any award or decision;

(2) pays compensation for the disability or death resulting from the occupational disease; or

(3) by its affirmative conduct leads the covered employee or other claimant to reasonably believe that the requirement of filing a claim has been waived.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 9-241 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-241
§9–241.
Status: in_force

(a) The Mayor and City Council of Baltimore City or the governing body of a county or of a municipal corporation may grant, by law, a tax credit against the county or municipal corporation property tax imposed on personal property, other than operating personal property of a public utility, of a business that provides computers to its employees for their use at home.

(b) A county or municipal corporation may provide, by law, for:

(1) the amount of a property tax credit under this section;

(2) the duration of a property tax credit under this section;

(3) the criteria and qualifications necessary to receive the credit; and

(4) any other provision necessary to carry out this section.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 9-303 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 9 / Subtitle 3 / Section 9-303
§9–303.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, each hotel or motel with 10 or more units for which a contract for construction is executed after July 1, 1989, shall have installed a fast response residential fire sprinkler system that is intended:

(1) to detect and control a fire automatically;

(2) to provide improved protection against injury, loss of life, and property damage;

(3) to maintain survivable conditions in the room of fire origin; and

(4) to improve the chance for occupants to escape or be evacuated.

(b) A hotel or motel need not install a fast response residential fire sprinkler system if:

(1) the hotel or motel is a one or two story building; and

(2) all occupants are able to exit directly to the exterior of the building and not only to a central corridor through an approved exit door, as those terms are used in the most recent edition of the National Fire Protection Association Life Safety Code adopted by the State Fire Prevention Commission.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 9-228 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-228
§9–228.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) A student with a disability as defined in § 8–401(a)(2) of the Education Article is a covered employee while working for an employer without wages in a work assignment in accordance with § 8–402 of the Education Article.

(2) For the purposes of this title, the employer for whom the student with a disability works is the employer of that student.

(b) (1) An individual is a covered employee while working as a student intern or student teacher under § 6–107 of the Education Article.

(2) For the purposes of this title, the Board of School Commissioners of Baltimore City or the board of education for any other county is the employer of an individual who is a covered employee under this subsection in that county.

(c) (1) A student is a covered employee when the student has been placed with an employer in an unpaid work–based learning experience coordinated by a county board or private noncollegiate institution under § 7–114 of the Education Article.

(2) For purposes of this title, the employer for whom the student works in the unpaid work–based learning experience is the employer of that student.

(d) (1) (i) In this subsection the following words have the meanings indicated.

(ii) “DORS” means the Division of Rehabilitation Services in the State Department of Education.

(iii) “DORS consumer” has the meaning stated in § 21–310 of the Education Article.

(2) A DORS consumer is a covered employee when the individual has been placed by DORS with an employer in an unpaid work–based learning experience.

(3) For purposes of this title, the employer for whom the DORS consumer works in the unpaid work–based learning experience is the employer of the DORS consumer.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-2206 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 22 / Section 9-2206
§9–2206.
Status: in_force

(a) A unit of county government shall enforce § 9–2203 of this subtitle.

(b) Subject to subsection (c) of this section, a county may impose a penalty not exceeding $250 on:

(1) A person who violates § 9–2203(a) of this subtitle; or

(2) A food service business that violates § 9–2203(b) of this subtitle.

(c) A penalty may not be imposed under this section unless:

(1) The unit of county government first issues a written notice of violation to the person or the food service business; and

(2) The violation is not corrected within 3 months of receipt of the written notice.

(d) A unit of county government shall notify the Department of any violation of § 9–2203 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Human Services § 9-401 — MD Code / Article ghu / Title 9 / Subtitle 4 / Section 9-401
§9–401.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Juvenile facility” means a property used for a juvenile program that is:

(1) operated under the authority of:

(i) a county or municipal corporation, or both;

(ii) a for profit organization; or

(iii) a nonprofit organization; and

(2) (i) wholly owned by the entity described in paragraph (1) of this subsection; or

(ii) leased by the entity if:

1. the lease is for a minimum term of 30 years after completion of the project or gives the lessee the right of purchase; and

2. the lessor consents to the recording of a notice of the State’s right of recovery under § 9-405 of this subtitle in the land records of the county in which the facility is located.

(c) “Juvenile program” means a:

(1) program that:

(i) 1. is a group home or institution described under § 9-231 of this title; or

2. is a home for runaway youths described under § 9-232 of this title; and

(ii) provides residential services to youth placed by the Department; or

(2) nonresidential program that under contract to the State provides educational, vocational, recreational, counseling, or other day services to youth.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 9-621 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 9 / Subtitle 6 / Section 9-621
§9–621.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) When the Division Director receives the items listed in § 9-620 of this subtitle, the Division Director shall publish a notice of the filing.

(2) The notice shall state that a public hearing is scheduled on a date that is not more than 45 days after the filing.

(b) The notice shall be published:

(1) At least once each week for 2 successive weeks in a newspaper of general circulation in the political subdivision where the principal business office of the converting federal association is located; and

(2) In the Maryland Register as provided in the State Documents Law.
Md. Code, Corporations and Associations § 9A-404 — MD Code / Article gca / Title 9A / Subtitle 4 / Section 9A-404
§9A–404.
Status: in_force

(a) The only fiduciary duties a partner owes to the partnership and the other partners are the duty of loyalty and the duty of care set forth in subsections (b) and (c) of this section.

(b) A partner’s duty of loyalty to the partnership and the other partners is limited to the following:

(1) To account to the partnership and hold as trustee for it any property, profit, or benefit derived by the partner in the conduct and winding up of the partnership business or derived from a use by the partner of partnership property, including the appropriation of a partnership opportunity;

(2) To refrain from dealing with the partnership in the conduct or winding up of the partnership business as or on behalf of a party having an interest adverse to the partnership; and

(3) To refrain from competing with the partnership in the conduct of the partnership business before the dissolution of the partnership.

(c) A partner’s duty of care to the partnership and the other partners in the conduct and winding up of the partnership business is limited to refraining from engaging in grossly negligent or reckless conduct, intentional misconduct, or a knowing violation of law.

(d) A partner shall discharge the duties to the partnership and the other partners under this title or under the partnership agreement and exercise any rights consistently with the obligation of good faith and fair dealing.

(e) A partner does not violate a duty or obligation under this title or under the partnership agreement merely because the partner’s conduct furthers the partner’s own interest.

(f) A partner may lend money to and transact other business with the partnership, and as to each loan or transaction the rights and obligations of the partner are the same as those of a person who is not a partner, subject to other applicable law.

(g) This section applies to a person winding up the partnership business as the personal or legal representative of the last surviving partner as if the person were a partner.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-1308 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 13 / Section 9-1308
§9–1308.
Status: in_force

On completion of the drilling of any well, the well driller shall file a final report with the Department. The report shall include:

(1) The log of each well;

(2) The size and depth of each well;

(3) The diameters and lengths of casing and screen installed;

(4) The static and pumping levels;

(5) The yield of each well; and

(6) Any other information relating to the construction or operation of the well that the Department requires.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-904 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 9 / Subtitle 9 / Section 9-904
§9–904.
Status: in_force

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

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

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

(d) The annual license fee is $700.
Md. Code, State Finance and Procurement § 9-103 — MD Code / Article gsf / Title 9 / Subtitle 1 / Section 9-103
§9–103.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a State Insurance Program for providing and administering purchased insurance and self-insurance for the State, including:

(1) insurance on State property;

(2) insurance that federal law requires;

(3) insurance trust agreements; and

(4) insurance against other risk or commitment of the State.

(b) (1) There is a State Insurance Trust Fund.

(2) The Fund consists of:

(i) each General Fund and special fund appropriation in the State budget to the Treasurer or a unit of the State government for self-insurance;

(ii) each General Fund and special fund appropriation to the State Insurance Trust Fund for payment under Title 12, Subtitle 5 of the State Government Article;

(iii) each premium that a unit of the State government pays for protection under the Fund;

(iv) each payment for a loss under purchased insurance; and

(v) each payment from salvage or other recovery that results from a loss paid through the Program.

(3) The General Assembly intends that the State budget include sufficient General Fund appropriations to provide in the State Insurance Trust Fund a reserve that the Treasurer considers adequate to cover losses under § 9-105 of this title.
Md. Code, Election Law § 9-214 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-214
§9–214.
Status: in_force

Each local board shall provide specimen ballots, so labeled, for all ballots to be used in each election:

(1) for mailing to registered voters under Title 8 of this article, if mailing of specimen ballots is chosen or required in the county; and

(2) for other informational purposes in accordance with the provisions of this article.
Md. Code, Correctional Services § 9-512 — MD Code / Article gcs / Title 9 / Subtitle 5 / Section 9-512
§9–512.
Status: in_force

(a) For each incarcerated individual assigned to and employed by the State Highway Administration or a county or municipal corporation, respectively, under § 9–509 or § 9–511 of this subtitle, the State Highway Administration, county, or municipal corporation shall pay to the Division of Correction the daily sum agreed on with the Division of Correction for each day that the incarcerated individual is employed.

(b) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, from the payments made under subsection (a) of this section, the Division of Correction:

(i) shall hold an amount, as determined by the Division, to the credit of the incarcerated individual on whose account the payments were made; and

(ii) on release or discharge of the incarcerated individual, shall pay to the incarcerated individual those payments held by the Division to the credit of the incarcerated individual.

(2) If the Division of Correction finds that the wife, child, or other dependent of an incarcerated individual needs financial support, the Division may pay all or part of the payments made under subsection (a) of this section, as the Division considers proper, to the dependent.

(c) The Division of Correction may adopt regulations as necessary to govern the collection and disbursement of payments made under this section.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 9-101 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 9 / Subtitle 1 / Section 9-101
§9–101.
Status: in_force

(a) This section applies to all employees in the State Personnel Management System.

(b) Subject to the requirements of this title, the Secretary shall adopt regulations, policies, and guidelines that:

(1) govern all aspects of leave and the keeping of time records for all employees subject to this section;

(2) require each unit subject to the regulations to submit to the Secretary an annual report that includes:

(i) the total number of employees in the unit; and

(ii) the aggregate amounts of annual, personal, and sick leave taken by the employees in the unit;

(3) provide for computations in a pay period of:

(i) accruals of annual and sick leave; and

(ii) deductions for unpaid leave used; and

(4) provide for conversions of leave time and holiday time for employees who do not have an 8-hour daily work schedule.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-236 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-236
§9–236.
Status: in_force

The Department shall issue a sewage sludge utilization permit to an applicant who meets the requirements of this Part III of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Insurance § 9-201 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-201
§9–201.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Ancillary state” means a state other than a domiciliary state.

(c) “Creditor” means a person with a claim against an impaired insurer.

(d) “Delinquency proceeding” means a proceeding under this subtitle to liquidate, rehabilitate, reorganize, or conserve an insurer or other entity subject to this subtitle.

(e) “Domiciliary state” means:

(1) the state in which an insurer is incorporated or organized; or

(2) the state of entry of an alien insurer.

(f) “Federal home loan bank” means a federal home loan bank established under the Federal Home Loan Bank Act, 12 U.S.C. §§ 1421 through 1449.

(g) “Foreign country” means territory outside of any state.

(h) “General assets” means:

(1) all property that is not specifically mortgaged, pledged, deposited, or otherwise encumbered for the security or benefit of specified persons or a limited class of persons;

(2) to the extent that property of an insurer is specifically encumbered, the amount of the property or its proceeds that exceeds the amount necessary to discharge the encumbrance; and

(3) assets held in trust and assets held on deposit for the security or benefit of all policyholders and creditors in the United States.

(i) “Impaired insurer” means:

(1) a stock insurer whose assets, less all liabilities and required reserves, do not equal or exceed the capital stock and surplus required for authority to engage in insurance business as a stock insurer;

(2) a mutual insurer, reciprocal insurer, dental plan organization, or nonprofit health service plan whose assets, less liabilities and required reserves, do not equal or exceed the minimum surplus required under this article for authority to engage in insurance business as a mutual insurer, reciprocal insurer, dental plan organization, or nonprofit health service plan; or

(3) as determined by the Commissioner, an insurer that does not have the financial ability to pay an obligation within 30 days after it becomes due.

(j) “Insurance business” includes any of the acts of an insurance business specified in § 4–205 of this article.

(k) “Insurer–member” means an insurer that is a member of a federal home loan bank.

(l) “Receiver” includes a conservator, rehabilitator, and liquidator.

(m) “Reciprocal state” means a state other than this State in which the substance and effect of the provisions of this subtitle are in force, including the requirement that the Commissioner or equivalent insurance supervisory official be the receiver of an insurer subject to a delinquency proceeding and a provision for avoidance of fraudulent conveyances and preferential transfers.

(n) (1) “Secured claim” means a claim that:

(i) is secured by mortgage, trust deed, pledge, deposit as security, escrow, or otherwise; or

(ii) has become a lien on specific assets through judicial process.

(2) “Secured claim” does not include a special deposit claim or a claim against general assets.

(o) (1) “Special deposit claim” means a claim secured by a deposit required by law for the security or benefit of a limited class of persons.

(2) “Special deposit claim” does not include a claim against general assets.

(p) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, “state” means a state of the United States, the District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico.

(2) When capitalized, “State” means Maryland.

(q) “Transfer” means:

(1) the sale or other direct or indirect disposition of property or an interest in property;

(2) the fixing of a lien on property or an interest in property; or

(3) the retention of a security title to property delivered to a debtor.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 9-627 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 9 / Subtitle 6 / Section 9-627
§9–627.
Status: in_force

(a) If a covered employee is entitled to compensation for a permanent partial disability under this Part IV of this subtitle, the employer or its insurer shall pay the covered employee compensation for the period stated in this section.

(b) Compensation shall be paid for the period listed for the loss of the following:

(1) a thumb, 100 weeks;

(2) a 1st finger, commonly called the index finger, 40 weeks;

(3) a 2nd finger, 35 weeks;

(4) a 3rd finger, 30 weeks;

(5) a 4th finger, commonly called the little finger, 25 weeks; and

(6) a great toe, 40 weeks.

(c) (1) Compensation for the loss of more than 1 phalanx of a digit of a hand or foot shall be the same as the compensation for the loss of the entire digit.

(2) Compensation for the loss of the 1st phalanx of a digit shall be 50% of the compensation for the loss of the entire digit.

(3) Compensation for the loss or loss of use of 2 or more digits or 1 or more phalanxes of 2 or more digits of a hand or foot:

(i) may be apportioned to the loss of use of the hand or foot caused by the loss or loss of use of the digits or phalanxes; but

(ii) may not exceed the compensation for the loss of a hand or foot.

(d) (1) Compensation shall be paid for the period listed for the loss of the following:

(i) 1 of the toes other than the great toe, 10 weeks;

(ii) a hand, 250 weeks;

(iii) an arm, 300 weeks;

(iv) a foot, 250 weeks;

(v) a leg, 300 weeks; and

(vi) an eye, 250 weeks.

(2) Compensation shall be paid for the period listed for:

(i) the total loss of hearing of 1 ear, 125 weeks; and

(ii) the total loss of hearing of both ears, 250 weeks.

(3) Compensation shall be paid for a perforated nasal septum for 20 weeks.

(e) The permanent loss of use of a hand, arm, foot, leg, or eye shall be considered equivalent to the loss of the hand, arm, foot, leg, or eye.

(f) (1) When a covered employee has a partial loss of vision in 1 or both eyes, compensation shall be paid that bears the same ratio to compensation for a total loss of vision that the partial loss of vision bears to the total loss of vision.

(2) In determining the percentage of vision lost, consideration may not be given to the effect that a correcting lens may have on the eye.

(g) (1) An amputation at or above the wrist or ankle may be apportioned to the loss of the use of the arm or leg, but may not be less than the compensation for the loss or loss of use of a hand or foot.

(2) Amputation at or above the elbow shall be considered the loss of an arm.

(3) Amputation at or above the knee shall be considered the loss of a leg.

(h) When there has been an amputation or the loss of use of a part of any member of the body listed in this section for which compensation is not specifically provided in this section, the Commission shall award compensation for the proportion of the total number of weeks allowed for the amputation or loss of use of the entire member that the amputated or affected portion bears to the entire member.

(i) (1) For mutilations and disfigurements not provided for in this section, the Commission may award compensation for up to 156 weeks.

(2) In making an award under paragraph (1) of this subsection, the Commission shall consider the character of the mutilation or disfigurement as compared with mutilation and disfigurement specifically provided for in this section.

(j) (1) When compensation is awarded for less than 75 weeks for a disability listed in subsection (b) of this section, the Commission may determine that the disability results in an industrial loss by considering factors including:

(i) the nature of the physical disability; and

(ii) the age, experience, occupation, and training of the employee when the accidental personal injury or occupational disease occurred.

(2) If the Commission determines that the accidental personal injury or occupational disease results in industrial loss, the Commission may award the covered employee additional weeks of compensation not to exceed a total disability of 75 weeks.

(k) (1) In all cases of permanent partial disability not listed in subsections (a) through (j) of this section, the Commission shall determine the percentage by which the industrial use of the covered employee’s body was impaired as a result of the accidental personal injury or occupational disease.

(2) In making a determination under paragraph (1) of this subsection, the Commission shall consider factors including:

(i) the nature of the physical disability; and

(ii) the age, experience, occupation, and training of the disabled covered employee when the accidental personal injury or occupational disease occurred.

(3) The Commission shall award compensation to the covered employee in the proportion that the determined loss bears to 500 weeks.

(4) Compensation shall be paid to the covered employee at the rates listed for the period in §§ 9-628 through 9-630 of this Part IV of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 9-201 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-201
§9–201.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise provided by Titles 1 through 10 of this article, a security agreement is effective according to its terms between the parties, against purchasers of the collateral, and against creditors.

(b) A transaction subject to this title may also be subject to other statutes or regulations which establish different rules for consumers, including other statutes or regulations that regulate the rates, charges, agreements, and practices for loans, credit sales, or other extensions of credit and consumer protection statutes or regulations.

(c) (1) In case of conflict between this title and a statute or regulation described in subsection (b), the statute or regulation controls.

(2) Failure to comply with a statute or regulation described in subsection (b) has only the effect the statute specifies and no recovery for such a failure is permitted under this title.

(3) Without limiting the generality of paragraph (1) or (2) of this subsection, Subtitle 6 of this title does not impose additional duties, obligations, or responsibilities on secured parties subject to § 12-115, §§ 12-624 through 12-627, § 12-921, or § 12-1021 of this article and no recovery under § 9-625 of this title is permitted for any failure to comply with those statutes.

(d) This title does not:

(1) Validate any rate, charge, agreement, or practice that violates a statute identified or described in subsection (b);

(2) Extend the application of any rule of law, statute, or regulation to a transaction not otherwise subject to it; or

(3) Authorize or permit the application of any provision of this title which is applicable to a consumer transaction, or to any other transaction with a consumer obligor, to any transaction other than a consumer transaction.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 9-109 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 9 / Subtitle 1 / Section 9-109
§9–109.
Status: in_force

A law enforcement officer or other person empowered to make the arrest under § 9-108 of this title has the same authority in arresting the accused to command assistance as law enforcement officers have by law in the execution of any criminal process directed to them, with like penalties against those who refuse their assistance.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-255 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-255
§9–255.
Status: in_force

The Department of the Environment and the Department of Natural Resources shall each make any test of water or wastewater that it considers necessary to determine the adequacy of performance of a water supply system, sewerage system, or industrial wastewater treatment plant.
Md. Code, Real Property § 9-304 — MD Code / Article grp / Title 9 / Subtitle 3 / Section 9-304
§9–304.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “retention proceeds” means money earned but retained under the terms of a contract or subcontract:

(1) By an owner to guarantee performance of the contract by a contractor;

(2) By a contractor to guarantee performance of a subcontract by a subcontractor; or

(3) By a subcontractor to guarantee performance of a subcontract by another subcontractor.

(b) This section does not apply to:

(1) A contract in an amount less than $100,000; or

(2) A contract or subcontract for a project funded wholly or in part by or through the Department of Housing and Community Development.

(c) Except as provided in this section:

(1) If a contractor has furnished 100% security to guarantee the performance of a contract and 100% security to guarantee payment for labor and materials, including leased equipment:

(i) The retention proceeds under the terms of a contract may not exceed 5% of the contract price; and

(ii) The retention proceeds of any payment due under the terms of a contract from an owner to a contractor may not exceed 5% of the payment;

(2) The retention proceeds of any payment due under the terms of a contract from a contractor to a subcontractor may not exceed the percentage of retention proceeds from the owner to the contractor; and

(3) The retention proceeds of any payment due under the terms of a contract from a subcontractor to another subcontractor may not exceed the percentage of retention proceeds from the contractor to the subcontractor.

(d) This section may not be construed to prohibit the withholding of any amount due:

(1) From the owner to the contractor if the owner reasonably determines that the contractor’s performance under the contract provides reasonable grounds for withholding the additional amount;

(2) From the contractor to any subcontractor if the contractor reasonably determines that the subcontractor’s performance under the subcontract provides reasonable grounds for withholding the additional amount; or

(3) From a subcontractor to another subcontractor if the subcontractor determines that the other subcontractor’s performance under the subcontract provides reasonable grounds for withholding the additional amount.

(e) Undisputed retention proceeds retained by an owner under this section shall be paid within 90 days after the date of substantial completion, as defined by the applicable contract or subcontract.
Md. Code, Corporations and Associations § 9A-703 — MD Code / Article gca / Title 9A / Subtitle 7 / Section 9A-703
§9A–703.
Status: in_force

(a) A partner’s dissociation does not of itself discharge the partner’s liability for a partnership obligation incurred before dissociation. A dissociated partner is not liable for a partnership obligation incurred after dissociation, except as otherwise provided in subsection (b) of this section.

(b) A partner who dissociates without resulting in a dissolution and winding up of the partnership business is liable as a partner to the other party in a transaction entered into by the partnership, or a surviving partnership under Subtitle 9 of this title, within 2 years after the partner’s dissociation, only if the obligation is one for which the partner is liable under § 9A-306 of this title and at the time of entering into the transaction the other party:

(1) Reasonably believed that the dissociated partner was then a partner;

(2) Did not have notice of the partner’s dissociation; and

(3) Is not deemed to have had knowledge under § 9A-303(e) of this title or notice under § 9A-704(c) of this subtitle.

(c) By agreement with the partnership creditor and the partners continuing the business, a dissociated partner may be released from liability for a partnership obligation.

(d) A dissociated partner is released from liability for a partnership obligation if a partnership creditor, with notice of the partner’s dissociation but without the partner’s consent, agrees to a material alteration in the nature or time of payment of a partnership obligation.
Md. Code, Public Utilities § 9-101 — MD Code / Article gpu / Title 9 / Subtitle 1 / Section 9-101
§9–101.
Status: in_force

(a) Each common carrier shall provide reasonable, proper, and equal facilities for the prompt interchange and transfer of passengers between its lines and the lines of every other common carrier.

(b) A common carrier may not discriminate against other common carriers in transferring, receiving, or forwarding passengers to or from other common carriers.

(c) A common carrier is not required to allow any other common carrier to use its tracks or terminal facilities.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 9-318 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 9 / Subtitle 3 / Section 9-318
§9–318.
Status: in_force

(a) By September 1 of each year, the Commission shall prepare a tentative operating budget for the next fiscal year and submit it to the Advisory Committee established under § 9-317 of this subtitle.

(b) By November 1 of each year, the Advisory Committee shall review the tentative operating budget and make recommendations to the Commission as to any changes in any budget area of the Commission.

(c) The Commission shall give due consideration to the recommendations of the Advisory Committee prior to submitting the Commission’s final budget to the Governor.

(d) By December 1 of each year, the Advisory Committee shall submit a report to the Governor and, subject to § 2-1257 of the State Government Article, to the General Assembly on the recommendations that it made to the Commission on the Commission’s next fiscal year budget.

(e) The Governor shall give due consideration to the recommendations of the Advisory Committee.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-711 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 7 / Section 9-711
§9–711.
Status: in_force

(a) A municipal authority may issue bonds when and in the amounts needed to provide funds for all or part of a system’s:

(1) Design;

(2) Construction;

(3) Extension;

(4) Alteration;

(5) Purchase; or

(6) Condemnation.

(b) The bonds issued under this subtitle:

(1) May be issued without previous legislative authority;

(2) May be outstanding in addition to the total indebtedness otherwise permitted by law;

(3) May be of any type and denomination determined by the municipal authority, so long as no bonds mature later than 50 years from the date of issue;

(4) Shall be exempt forever from any State, county, or municipal taxation; and

(5) Shall be a lien on all property within the municipality that issues them.

(c) (1) Before issuing bonds under Part II of this subtitle, a municipal authority shall submit to a referendum of the voters of the municipality the question of whether to issue the bonds.

(2) The referendum shall be held at:

(i) Any regular municipal election; or

(ii) A special municipal election, provided that the voters are given at least 20 days’ notice of the election.

(3) The referendum ballot shall include the words “for ... bonds” and “against ... bonds”.

(4) If a majority of the votes cast are “for ... bonds”, the municipal authority may issue the bonds.

(5) If a majority of the votes cast are “against ... bonds”, the municipal authority:

(i) May not issue the bonds; but

(ii) May submit the question at any later regular or special municipal election as provided under this section, until a majority of the votes cast is “for ... bonds”.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-1607.1 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 16 / Section 9-1607.1
§9–1607.
Status: in_force

§9–1607.1.

(a) An individual who is not licensed to practice law in this State may represent a party in a proceeding before the Office if:

(1) authorized by law;

(2) the individual is representing:

(i) a recipient of or applicant for benefits that are:

1. based on the recipient’s or applicant’s income and resources; and

2. provided by the Department of Human Services or the Maryland Department of Health;

(ii) a resident of a facility at a proceeding conducted under § 19–344(q)(4) or § 19–345.1 of the Health – General Article;

(iii) a health care facility, as defined in § 10–101 of the Health – General Article, at a proceeding under the provisions of § 10–632 or § 10–708 of the Health – General Article or § 3–121 of the Criminal Procedure Article; or

(iv) a grievant at a proceeding conducted pursuant to Title 10, Subtitle 2 of the Correctional Services Article concerning a grievance submitted to the Inmate Grievance Office, provided the representation is not otherwise restricted for reasons of security or expense pursuant to regulations, rules, directives, or policies adopted by the Division of Correction or Patuxent Institution;

(3) the individual is a designee of a corporation while appearing on its behalf in an administrative proceeding held under § 27–613 of the Insurance Article;

(4) the individual is an officer of a corporation, an employee designated by an officer of a corporation, a general partner in a business operated as a partnership or an employee designated by a general partner, or an employee designated by the owner of a business operated as a sole proprietorship while the officer, partner, or employee is appearing on behalf of the corporation, partnership, or business in an administrative hearing held under:

(i) § 8–312 of the Business Regulation Article (Home Improvement Commission);

(ii) Title 5 of the Labor and Employment Article (Occupational Safety and Health); or

(iii) regulations adopted pursuant to § 14–303 of the State Finance and Procurement Article, concerning the decertification of a minority business enterprise to conduct business with the Department of Transportation;

(5) in the case of an insurer, the individual is a designee of the insurer who:

(i) is employed by the insurer in claims, underwriting, or as otherwise provided by the Commissioner; and

(ii) has been given the authority by the insurer to resolve all issues involved in the proceeding; or

(6) the individual is representing a unit of State government, at the direction of the unit of State government.

(b) (1) An employee designated by a business entity under subsection (a)(3) or (4) of this section:

(i) shall provide the Office a power of attorney sworn to by the employer that certifies that the designated employee is an authorized agent of the business entity and may bind the business entity on matters pending before the Office; and

(ii) may not be a disbarred or suspended lawyer in any state.

(2) A business entity may not contract, hire, or employ another business entity, other than an attorney, to provide appearance services under subsection (a)(3) or (4) of this section.

(3) An employee designated by a business entity under subsection (a)(4) of this section may not be assigned on a full–time basis to appear in administrative hearings before the Office on behalf of the business entity.

(c) This section may not be interpreted to limit the right of an individual to appear on the individual’s own behalf.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 9-408 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 9 / Subtitle 4 / Section 9-408
§9–408.
Status: in_force

(a) At any time, a holder of a savings account in a savings and loan association may request to withdraw all or any part of the money in the account of the holder and, for certain classes of accounts, the request may be made by a negotiable or transferable order.

(b) (1) A savings and loan association may permit withdrawals from a savings account to be made by negotiable or transferable order.

(2) As to any savings account from which withdrawal may be made by a negotiable or transferable order of withdrawal, a savings and loan association:

(i) Need not pay any dividend or interest on the account; and

(ii) May impose a service charge on any account in accordance with the regulations of the Division Director.

(c) (1) As long as a written withdrawal request remains on file, a member who is a holder of a savings account in a savings and loan association who has requested a withdrawal from the account remains a member of the association until the withdrawal request is paid.

(2) A holder of a savings share account in a savings and loan association who has requested a withdrawal from the account is not a creditor of the association, either before or after the request to withdraw money, unless an association defaults in any payment due under this section.

(d) This section does not prevent a savings and loan association from restricting by contract a withdrawal from an account of $100,000 or over, or any account that is pledged to the association.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 9A-203 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 9A / Subtitle 2 / Section 9A-203
§9A–203.
Status: in_force

(a) From among the Board members, the Governor shall appoint a chairman.

(b) Except for the chairman, the manner of election of officers shall be as the Board determines.
Md. Code, Insurance § 9-220 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-220
§9–220.
Status: in_force

(a) During pendency of a delinquency proceeding in this State or a reciprocal state, an attachment, garnishment, execution, or similar action or proceeding may not be commenced or maintained in a court of this State against the impaired insurer or its assets.

(b) A lien obtained or an action or proceeding prohibited by subsection (a) of this section is void as against any rights arising in the delinquency proceeding, if the lien was obtained or the action or proceeding commenced within 4 months before or at any time after commencement of a delinquency proceeding.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-4111 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 41 / Section 9-4111
§9–4111.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Governor’s Subcabinet” means the Governor’s Subcabinet on Socioeconomic Procurement Participation.

(c) (1) “Minority person” means:

(i) an individual who has been deprived of the opportunity to develop and keep a competitive position in the economy because of a social or economic disadvantage that arises from cultural, racial, or other similar causes; or

(ii) a sheltered workshop for individuals with disabilities.

(2) “Minority person” includes:

(i) an Aleut;

(ii) an American Indian;

(iii) a Black;

(iv) an Eskimo;

(v) a Hispanic;

(vi) an Oriental;

(vii) a Puerto Rican; or

(viii) a woman.

(d) “Office” means the Office of Small, Minority, and Women Business Affairs.

(e) “Special Secretary” means the Special Secretary for the Office of Small, Minority, and Women Business Affairs.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1308 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 9 / Subtitle 13 / Section 9-1308
§9–1308.
Status: in_force

The fee for a per diem license is:

(1) $20 per day for any beer or beer and light wine license; or

(2) $50 per day for any beer, wine, and liquor license.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 9-746 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 9 / Subtitle 7 / Section 9-746
§9–746.
Status: in_force

Court costs and allowances for witnesses shall be paid as in other civil cases.
Md. Code, Correctional Services § 9-602.2 — MD Code / Article gcs / Title 9 / Subtitle 6 / Section 9-602.2
§9–602.
Status: in_force

§9–602.2.

(a) Whenever an incarcerated individual dies in a Division of Correction facility, the Commissioner of Correction shall notify the following persons:

(1) the State delegates and State senator representing the legislative district where the facility is located;

(2) the legislative body of the county where the facility is located or the Baltimore City Council, if the facility is located in Baltimore City; and

(3) the chief executive of the county where the facility is located or the Mayor of Baltimore City, if the facility is located in Baltimore City.

(b) The notification required under subsection (a) of this section:

(1) shall include the cause of death of the deceased incarcerated individual; and

(2) may not include protected health information of the deceased incarcerated individual.

(c) The Department shall adopt regulations compliant with the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act to implement this section.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-11A-12 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 11A / Section 9-11A-12
§9–11A–12.
Status: in_force

On or before December 31 each year, the Board shall prepare and submit an annual report to the Secretary on:

(1) The status of the On–Site Wastewater Professionals Fund;

(2) Revenues and expenditures from the On–Site Wastewater Professionals Fund;

(3) The efficiency of the regulations adopted by the Department to implement the provisions of this subtitle;

(4) Compliance with the regulations adopted by the Department to implement the provisions of this subtitle; and

(5) Based on the factors specified in items (1) through (4) of this section, the necessity to review and adjust the fees set by the Department by regulation.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-2704 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 9 / Subtitle 27 / Section 9-2704
§9–2704.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “knowingly” means the knowledge a reasonable individual would have under ordinary circumstances based on the habits, appearance, or personal reputation of an individual.

(b) A license holder or an employee of a license holder may not knowingly sell or provide an alcoholic beverage to a habitual drunkard.

(c) A license holder who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 2 years or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.
Md. Code, Estates and Trusts § 9-209 — MD Code / Article get / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-209
§9–209.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to subsections (b) through (k) of this section, delivery of a disclaimer may be effected by personal delivery, first-class mail, or any other method likely to result in its receipt.

(b) In the case of an interest created under the law of intestate succession or an interest created by will, other than an interest in a testamentary trust:

(1) A disclaimer shall be delivered to the personal representative for the decedent’s estate; or

(2) If there is no personal representative, it shall be filed with a court having jurisdiction to appoint the personal representative.

(c) In the case of an interest in a testamentary trust:

(1) A disclaimer shall be delivered to the trustee, or if no trustee is then serving, to the personal representative of the decedent’s estate; or

(2) If there is no personal representative, it shall be filed with a court having jurisdiction to enforce the trust.

(d) (1) In the case of an interest in an inter vivos trust, a disclaimer shall be delivered to the trustee.

(2) If there is no trustee, it shall be filed with a court having jurisdiction to enforce the trust.

(3) If the disclaimer is made before the time the instrument creating the trust becomes irrevocable, it shall be delivered to the settlor of a revocable trust or the transferor of the interest.

(e) In the case of an interest created by a beneficiary designation made before the time the designation becomes irrevocable, a disclaimer shall be delivered to the person making the beneficiary designation.

(f) In the case of an interest created by a beneficiary designation made after the time the designation becomes irrevocable, a disclaimer shall be delivered to the person obligated to distribute the interest.

(g) In the case of a disclaimer by a surviving holder of jointly held property, the disclaimer shall be delivered to the person to whom the disclaimed interest passes.

(h) In the case of a disclaimer by an object or taker in default of exercise of a power of appointment at any time after the power was created:

(1) The disclaimer shall be delivered to the holder of the power or to the fiduciary acting under the instrument that created the power; or

(2) If there is no fiduciary, it shall be filed with a court having authority to appoint the fiduciary.

(i) In the case of a disclaimer by an appointee of a nonfiduciary power of appointment:

(1) The disclaimer shall be delivered to the holder, the personal representative of the holder’s estate, or to the fiduciary under the instrument that created the power; or

(2) If there is no fiduciary, it shall be filed with a court having authority to appoint the fiduciary.

(j) In the case of a disclaimer by a fiduciary of a power over a trust or estate, the disclaimer shall be delivered as provided in subsection (b), (c), or (d) of this section as if the power disclaimed were an interest in property.

(k) In the case of a disclaimer of a power by an agent, the disclaimer shall be delivered to the principal or the principal’s representative.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-4120 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 41 / Section 9-4120
§9–4120.
Status: in_force

(a) On or before the 15th day of each regular session of the General Assembly, the Special Secretary shall send an annual report on the Office of Small, Minority, and Women Business Affairs:

(1) to the Governor; and

(2) subject to § 2–1257 of this article, to the General Assembly.

(b) The annual report may be prepared in conjunction with the report required under § 14–305(b) of the State Finance and Procurement Article.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 9-903 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 9 / Subtitle 9 / Section 9-903
§9–903.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, if a covered employee or the dependents of a covered employee receive an amount in an action:

(1) the amount is in place of any award that otherwise could be made under this title; and

(2) the case is finally closed and settled.

(b) If the amount of damages received by the covered employee or the dependents of the covered employee is less than the amount that the covered employee or dependents would otherwise be entitled to receive under this title, the covered employee or dependents may reopen the claim for compensation to recover the difference between:

(1) the amount of damages received by the covered employee or dependents; and

(2) the full amount of compensation that otherwise would be payable under this title.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 9-502 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 9 / Subtitle 5 / Section 9-502
§9–502.
Status: in_force

Each hotel, motel, and lodging house shall post in a prominent place in each guest room a notice that states:

(1) the location of the nearest exits and fire pull stations;

(2) the procedures to be followed if the fire or smoke detector gives warning signals; and

(3) the procedures to be followed if fire or smoke develops.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-904 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 9 / Section 9-904
§9–904.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The Department may:

(i) establish service centers that the Department considers necessary or advisable to facilitate and expedite the servicing of claims of veterans and dependents; and

(ii) close any service center that the Department no longer considers necessary.

(2) The Department shall try to locate each service center centrally in the area to be served so that the greatest number of veterans:

(i) have access with the least possible delay, travel, and inconvenience; and

(ii) receive, as far as possible, personal attention.

(b) There shall be a Director of Veterans Service Centers responsible for the supervision of veterans service centers, whose duties shall include maintaining contact with the appropriate governmental unit regarding the status of each claim of a veteran or eligible dependent of a veteran.
Md. Code, Land Use § 9-1602 — MD Code / Article glu / Title 9 / Subtitle 16 / Section 9-1602
§ 9-1602
Status: in_force

§9–1602

(a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, land or buildings may not be used for chemical or catalytic manufacturing, chemical fabrication, gasoline processing, or refining of petroleum or petroleum products.

(b) Subsection (a) of this section does not apply to land or buildings used:

(1) on or before July 23, 1974, for chemical or catalytic manufacturing, chemical fabrication, gasoline fabrication, gasoline processing, or refining of petroleum or petroleum products; or

(2) on or after July 1, 1980, for manufacturing alcohol fuel.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-11A-20 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 11A / Section 9-11A-20
§9–11A–20.
Status: reserved

(a) Except as provided in § 9–11A–15(a) of this subtitle, an individual may not provide, attempt to provide, or offer to provide on–site wastewater services unless the individual is licensed by the Board.

(b) A license may not be borrowed, rented, or transferred to another individual.
Md. Code, Local Government § 9-404 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 9 / Subtitle 4 / Section 9-404
§9–404.
Status: in_force

(a) This section applies only to code counties and commission counties.

(b) The county commissioners may sue and be sued.

(c) The county commissioners may not pay a claim against the county unless:

(1) the claim is payable by the county; and

(2) the claimant produces legal proof of the claim.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 9-203 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-203
§9–203.
Status: in_force

The motor carrier tax imposed under § 9-202 of this subtitle does not apply to a commercial motor vehicle that:

(1) is operated by a motor carrier that leases the commercial motor vehicle from another motor carrier who provides or pays for the motor fuel; or

(2) is operated by a motor carrier that has obtained a trip permit under § 9-219(c) of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-501 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 5 / Section 9-501
§9–501.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Community sewerage system” means a publicly or privately owned sewerage system that serves at least 2 lots.

(c) “Community water supply system” means a water supply system that serves at least 2 lots.

(d) (1) “County plan” means a comprehensive plan for adequately providing throughout the county, including all towns, municipal corporations, and sanitary districts in the county, the following facilities and services by public or private ownership:

(i) Water supply systems;

(ii) Sewerage systems;

(iii) Solid waste disposal systems;

(iv) Solid waste acceptance facilities; and

(v) Systematic collection and disposal of solid waste, including litter.

(2) “County plan” includes a revised or amended county plan.

(e) “Individual sewerage system” means a sewerage system that serves only 1 lot.

(f) “Individual water supply system” means a water supply system that supplies water to only 1 lot.

(g) “Litter” means any:

(1) Waste material;

(2) Refuse;

(3) Garbage;

(4) Trash;

(5) Debris;

(6) Dead animal; or

(7) Other discarded material.

(h) “Lot” means a parcel of land, including a part of a subdivision, that:

(1) Is used or is intended to be used as a building site; and

(2) Is not intended to be further subdivided.

(i) “Multiuse sewerage system” means a sewerage system that:

(1) Serves only 1 lot;

(2) Serves a number of individuals;

(3) Has a treatment capacity of more than 5,000 gallons a day; and

(4) Is not publicly owned or operated.

(j) “Multiuse water supply system” means an individual water supply system that:

(1) Has the capacity to supply more than 5,000 gallons of water a day; and

(2) Serves a number of individuals.

(k) (1) “Proposed county plan” means a county plan that:

(i) Has been adopted by the county governing body; and

(ii) Has not been approved by the Department.

(2) “Proposed county plan” includes any proposed amendment or revision of the county plan.

(l) “Sewage” means any human or animal excretion, street wash, domestic waste, or industrial waste.

(m) (1) “Sewerage system” means:

(i) The channels used or intended to be used to collect and dispose of sewage; and

(ii) Any structure and appurtenance used or intended to be used to collect or prepare sewage for discharge into the waters of this State.

(2) “Sewerage system” includes any sewer of any size.

(3) “Sewerage system” does not include the plumbing system inside any building served by the sewerage system.

(n) “Solid waste acceptance facility” means any sanitary landfill, incinerator, transfer station, or plant whose primary purpose is to dispose of, treat, or process solid waste.

(o) (1) “Solid waste disposal system” means any publicly or privately owned system that:

(i) Provides a scheduled or systematic collection of solid waste;

(ii) Transports the solid waste to a solid waste acceptance facility; and

(iii) Treats or otherwise disposes of the solid waste at the solid waste acceptance facility.

(2) “Solid waste disposal system” includes each solid waste acceptance facility that is used in connection with the solid waste disposal system.

(p) (1) “Subdivision” means any division of a tract or parcel of land into at least 2 lots, for the purpose of sale or building development.

(2) “Subdivision” includes any change in street lines or lot lines.

(3) Except as provided in paragraph (4) of this subsection, “subdivision” does not include any division of land into parcels of more than 3 acres, if the division:

(i) Is for agricultural purposes; and

(ii) Does not involve any new street or easement of access.

(4) In Carroll County, “subdivision” does not include:

(i) Any division of land into parcels of more than 3 acres, if the division:

1. Is for agricultural purposes; and

2. Does not involve any new street or easement of access; or

(ii) A remainder parcel of land of 25 acres or more that exists as a result of the division of a large parcel into at least 2 smaller parcels, provided that any occupied dwelling on the remainder parcel is serviced by a properly functioning sewerage disposal system and potable water supply.

(q) (1) “Water supply system” means a publicly or privately owned or operated:

(i) Source and the surrounding area from which water is supplied for drinking or domestic purposes; and

(ii) Structure, channel, or appurtenance used or intended to be used to prepare water for use or to deliver water to a consumer.

(2) “Water supply system” does not include the plumbing system inside any building that is served by the water supply system.
Md. Code, Local Government § 9-107 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 9 / Subtitle 1 / Section 9-107
§9–107.
Status: in_force

(a) This section applies to all counties except:

(1) Anne Arundel County;

(2) Baltimore City;

(3) Baltimore County;

(4) Cecil County;

(5) Howard County;

(6) Prince George’s County;

(7) Queen Anne’s County; and

(8) Worcester County.

(b) The provisions of §§ 9–105 and 9–106 of this subtitle apply to an act, an ordinance, or a resolution adopted by a commission county under this section.

(c) The governing body of a county may provide for advertising, printing, and publishing of:

(1) laws, ordinances, resolutions, or regulations adopted by the county; and

(2) the annual statements of receipts and expenditures of the county.

(d) The governing body of a county may provide for the recording and indexing of records in the office of the clerk of the court, register of wills, the governing body, and other officers to the extent that the recording and indexing are not provided for by general law.

(e) The governing body of a county shall:

(1) appoint an auditor or accountant within 30 days after the close of the fiscal year to audit the books and accounts of all county officers collecting, holding, or disbursing county funds; and

(2) publish or advertise the report of the auditor or accountant immediately after its completion to the extent that the governing body considers proper.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 9-724 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 9 / Subtitle 7 / Section 9-724
§9–724.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “governmental agency” includes:

(1) a county;

(2) a county board of education;

(3) a statutory bicounty agency; and

(4) an incorporated municipality.

(b) Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section, a covered employee may elect to have a hearing on a claim of the covered employee held at:

(1) a regional hearing location determined by the Commission to be convenient to all parties;

(2) a regional hearing location that covers the county where the covered employee resided when the accidental personal injury, or compensable hernia, or last injurious exposure to the hazards of the occupational disease allegedly occurred; or

(3) Baltimore City.

(c) (1) Unless the covered employee objects, if the employer is a governmental agency, the Commission shall conduct a hearing in the county in which the governmental agency is located, provided that hearings of the Commission are scheduled in that county.

(2) If hearings are not conducted in the county in which the governmental agency is located, a hearing may be held in the regional hearing location nearest that county’s government offices.

(d) A covered employee shall notify the Commission of an election under this section within 10 days after the parties are notified of the hearing.

(e) The Commission may deny an election to hold a hearing in Baltimore City, if:

(1) the accidental personal injury, compensable hernia, or last injurious exposure to the hazards of the occupational disease allegedly occurred outside of Baltimore City;

(2) the covered employee did not reside in Baltimore City when the accidental personal injury, compensable hernia, or last injurious exposure to the hazards of the occupational disease allegedly occurred; and

(3) the Commission finds that holding the hearing in Baltimore City would inconvenience a party.
Md. Code, Human Services § 9-236 — MD Code / Article ghu / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-236
§9–236.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (b) of this section, a person shall be licensed by the Department as a child care institution before the person may operate an institution for the care, custody, or control of a child alleged to be or adjudicated delinquent or in need of supervision.

(b) This section does not apply to:

(1) an institution or facility operated by a unit of the State or a political subdivision; or

(2) a child care home that has a license under this subtitle or § 5-508 of the Family Law Article.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-1A-30 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 1A / Section 9-1A-30
§9–1A–30.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “supplemental funding” means funding to:

(1) ensure access to public education that allows children in the State to compete in the global economy of the future;

(2) provide funding for high–quality early education programs;

(3) provide opportunities for public school students to participate in career and technical education programs that lead to an identified job skill or certificate;

(4) allow students to obtain college credit and degrees while in high school at no cost to the students;

(5) support the advancement and professionalization of educators in public education; and

(6) maintain, renovate, or construct public schools.

(b) There is an Education Trust Fund which is a special, nonlapsing fund that is not subject to § 7–302 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.

(c) (1) There shall be credited to the Education Trust Fund:

(i) all proceeds allocated to the Fund under § 9–1A–27 of this subtitle;

(ii) all judgments paid to the Fund under § 11–210 of the Education Article; and

(iii) renewal license fees paid to the Fund under § 9–1A–13 of this subtitle.

(2) Money in the Education Trust Fund shall be invested and reinvested by the Treasurer, and interest and earnings shall accrue to the Fund.

(d) Money in the Education Trust Fund shall be used for the following purposes, in the following order of priority:

(1) required deposits under § 10–649(g) of the Economic Development Article into the Supplemental Public School Construction Financing Fund established under § 10–658 of the Economic Development Article;

(2) required funding for public elementary and secondary education, through continuation of the funding and formulas established under the programs commonly known as the Bridge to Excellence in Public Schools Act, first enacted by Chapter 288 of the Acts of the General Assembly of 2002, including the funding for regional differences in the cost of education under § 5–202(f) of the Education Article; and

(3) supplemental funding for education and public schools.

(e) (1) The Governor’s annual budget submission shall include not less than the following amounts as supplemental funding for public education from the Education Trust Fund:

(i) for fiscal year 2020, $125,000,000;

(ii) for fiscal year 2021, $250,000,000;

(iii) for fiscal year 2022, $375,000,000; and

(iv) for fiscal year 2023 and each fiscal year thereafter, 100% of the funds.

(2) (i) The supplemental funding required under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall be in addition to the State funding and formulas provided through the funding formulas established in the Bridge to Excellence in Public Schools Act of 2002 for prekindergarten through grade 12 in public schools.

(ii) Beginning in fiscal year 2020 and in each fiscal year thereafter, the Governor shall identify in the annual budget as introduced how the revenue required under this subsection is being used to supplement and not supplant the spending on public education for prekindergarten through grade 12.

(f) Expenditures from the Education Trust Fund shall be made each fiscal year in accordance with the State budget.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 9-205 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-205
§9–205.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The Comptroller may enter into reciprocal agreements on behalf of this State, with the duly authorized representatives of any other state, that provide for:

(i) fuel tax registration of vehicles by motor carriers;

(ii) establishment of periodic fuel use reporting and fuel use tax payment requirements by motor carriers; and

(iii) disbursement of money that is collected by the Comptroller and is due to other states based on:

1. mileage travelled and fuel used in those states; and

2. the respective registration fees of those states.

(2) The Comptroller may not enter into any reciprocal agreement that would affect:

(i) this State’s motor carrier tax rate; or

(ii) this State’s registration fee for motor carriers.

(b) In exercising the authority granted under subsection (a) of this section, the Comptroller is expressly authorized to:

(1) enter into regional or national fuel use tax agreements;

(2) become a member of any regional or national conference, group, compact, or similar organization of motor carrier fuel use tax administrators; and

(3) enforce the provisions set forth in any regional or national fuel use tax agreements.

(c) The agreement provisions shall apply to the fuel use taxation, registration, and reporting requirements of motor carriers subject to the provisions of the agreement without reference to or application of any other statutes of this State.
Md. Code, Housing and Community Development § 9-401 — MD Code / Article ghs / Title 9 / Subtitle 4 / Section 9-401
§9–401.
Status: in_force

The Secretary shall establish upper income limits for limited income households, taking into consideration factors that include:

(1) the total income of the household available for housing needs;

(2) the size of the household;

(3) the cost and condition of housing facilities;

(4) the ability of the household to compete successfully in the conventional private housing market; and

(5) relevant standards and definitions established for federal housing programs.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-106 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 1 / Section 9-106
§9–106.
Status: in_force

From among its members, the Commission annually shall elect a chairman.