Md. Code, Housing and Community Development § 18-101 — MD Code / Article ghs / Title 18 / Subtitle 1 / Section 18-101
§18–101.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Board of County Commissioners” means the Board of County Commissioners of Queen Anne’s County.

(c) (1) “Housing project” means a work or undertaking to provide housing for persons of eligible income.

(2) “Housing project” includes:

(i) buildings, land, improvements, and other real or personal property that is planned, acquired, owned, used, developed, reconstructed, rehabilitated, or improved; and

(ii) streets, roads, sewers, water service, and supporting public or private commercial, educational, cultural, recreational, community, and civic facilities that are needed for sound community development.

(d) “Person of eligible income” means an individual or a family that lacks sufficient income or assets without financial assistance to live in decent, safe, and sanitary housing without overcrowding.

(e) “Queen Anne’s Authority” means the Housing Authority of Queen Anne’s County.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 18-1704 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 18 / Subtitle 17 / Section 18-1704
§18–1704.
Status: in_force

(a) The fee for a transfer of a license is $200, which is nonreturnable.

(b) In addition to the fee required under subsection (a) of this section, an applicant for a transfer of a license shall pay to the Board a onetime posting fee of $35.
Md. Code, Health - General § 18-204 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 18 / Subtitle 2 / Section 18-204
§18–204.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Cancer report” means a 1–time abstract of the medical record of a patient diagnosed or treated for cancer or a central nervous system tumor which contains:

(i) Reasonably obtained patient demographic information, including risk factors;

(ii) Relevant information on the:

1. Initial histologically precise diagnosis;

2. Initial treatment;

3. Extent of the disease by the end of the first hospitalization; and

4. Extent of the disease within 2 months of diagnosis if the information is available to the reporting facility and the reporting facility has a tumor registry; and

(iii) Facility and other provider identification information.

(3) (i) “Central nervous system tumor” means, irrespective of histologic type or behavior, a primary tumor in the following sites:

1. The brain;

2. The caudea equina;

3. A cranial nerve;

4. The craniopharyngeal duct;

5. The meninges;

6. The pineal gland;

7. The pituitary gland; or

8. The spinal cord.

(ii) “Central nervous system tumor” includes a primary intracranial tumor.

(4) “Freestanding ambulatory care facility” has the meaning stated in § 19–3B–01 of this article.

(b) (1) Each hospital that has care of a patient with cancer or a central nervous system tumor, each freestanding laboratory, freestanding ambulatory care facility, or therapeutic radiological center that has care of or has diagnosed cancer or a central nervous system tumor for a nonhospitalized patient, and each physician who has care of or has diagnosed cancer or a central nervous system tumor for a nonhospitalized patient not otherwise reported shall:

(i) 1. Submit a cancer report to the Secretary, on the form that the Secretary provides or in a computerized file;

2. Make available to the Secretary, or an agent of the Secretary, at the facility the information necessary to compile a cancer report; or

3. Enter into an agreement with a hospital or other facility or agency that agrees to report to the Maryland Cancer Registry to act as the reporting source for a cancer or central nervous system tumor patient who has been referred to or from that facility, or reported to that agency with regard to cancer or central nervous system tumor screening, diagnosis, or treatment; and

(ii) Effective July 1, 1993, submit a cancer report in a computerized file on a quarterly basis to the Secretary, or an agent of the Secretary, for all patients initially diagnosed, treated, or admitted to a facility for cancer or a central nervous system tumor during that calendar quarter.

(2) To assure compliance with this section, the Secretary, or an agent of the Secretary, may inspect upon reasonable notice a representative sample of the medical records of patients diagnosed, treated, or admitted for cancer or a central nervous system tumor at the facility.

(3) (i) Information obtained under this subsection shall be confidential and subject to Title 4, Subtitle 1 of this article.

(ii) This subsection does not apply to a disclosure by the Secretary to another governmental agency performing its lawful duties pursuant to State or federal law where the Secretary determines that the agency to whom the information is disclosed will maintain the confidentiality of the disclosure.

(iii) A cancer report is not a medical record under Title 4, Subtitle 3 of this article, but is subject to the confidentiality requirements of Title 4, Subtitle 1 of this article.

(4) Each hospital, freestanding laboratory, freestanding ambulatory care facility, therapeutic radiological center, or physician who in good faith submits a cancer report to the Secretary is not liable in any cause of action arising from the submission of the report.

(5) The Secretary, after consultation with the Cancer Registry Advisory Committee, the Maryland Hospital Association, and representatives of freestanding laboratories and therapeutic radiological centers, shall adopt regulations to implement the requirements of this section.

(6) The Secretary, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, shall submit an annual report to the Governor and General Assembly on the activities of the cancer registry, including utilization of cancer registry data.
Md. Code, Education § 18-2203 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 22 / Section 18-2203
§18–2203.
Status: in_force

(a) The Office shall annually select eligible students and offer a scholarship to each student selected to be used at an eligible institution of their choice.

(b) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, a recipient of the Teaching Fellows for Maryland scholarship shall:

(i) Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section, be accepted for admission or currently enrolled at an eligible institution as a full–time or part–time undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a course of study or program in an academic discipline leading to a Maryland professional teacher’s certificate;

(ii) Continue to make satisfactory progress toward a degree and maintain the standards of the institution;

(iii) Sign a letter of intent to perform the service obligation upon completion of the recipient’s required studies;

(iv) Accept any other conditions attached to the award; and

(v) Satisfy any additional criteria the Commission may establish.

(2) Notwithstanding paragraph (1) of this subsection, an individual who, at the time the individual is scheduled to matriculate at an eligible institution, will have been employed as a teaching assistant at a public school or public prekindergarten program in the State for at least 2 years:

(i) May apply for a Teaching Fellows for Maryland scholarship under this subtitle; and

(ii) Is eligible to hold a Teaching Fellows for Maryland scholarship as a full–time or part–time undergraduate or graduate student.

(3) A recipient of the Teaching Fellows for Maryland scholarship may be an individual who is enrolled or plans to enroll at an eligible institution as a full–time or part–time undergraduate or graduate student who:

(i) Changes majors to pursue a course of study or program in an academic discipline leading to a Maryland professional teacher’s certificate; or

(ii) Seeks to change careers to pursue a course of study or program in an academic discipline leading to a Maryland professional teacher’s certificate.

(4) In selecting awardees for a Teaching Fellows for Maryland scholarship, the Office shall give preference to applicants, including those applying under paragraph (2) of this subsection, who have been employed in a public school or a publicly funded prekindergarten program within the last 5 years.

(c) A recipient of the Teaching Fellows for Maryland scholarship may not hold a Maryland professional teacher’s certificate.

(d) (1) Applicants who are secondary school students shall provide a high school transcript after completion of the first semester of their senior year.

(2) Applicants who are currently enrolled in an eligible institution shall provide the most recent college transcript, or if not applicable, the applicant may submit a final high school transcript.

(3) Applicants who are not currently enrolled in an eligible institution, but who are high school graduates, shall provide a final high school transcript.

(4) Applicants who are high school graduates and are not currently enrolled in an eligible institution, but have completed some courses at an eligible institution, shall provide the most recent college transcript.

(5) Applicants who are not currently enrolled in an eligible institution, but who are college graduates, shall provide a final college transcript.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 18-1401 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 18 / Subtitle 14 / Section 18-1401
§18–1401.
Status: in_force

(a) The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 1 (“Applications for Local Licenses”) of Division I of this article apply in the county without exception or variation:

(1) § 4–102 (“Applications to be filed with local licensing board”);

(2) § 4–103 (“Application on behalf of partnership”);

(3) § 4–106 (“Payment of notice expenses”);

(4) § 4–108 (“Application form required by Comptroller”);

(5) § 4–110 (“Required information on application — Petition of support”);

(6) § 4–111 (“Payment of license fees”);

(7) § 4–113 (“Refund of license fees”); and

(8) § 4–114 (“Fees for licenses issued for less than 1 year”).

(b) The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 1 (“Applications for Local Licenses”) of Division I of this article apply in the county:

(1) § 4–104 (“Application on behalf of corporation or club”), subject to § 18–1404 of this subtitle;

(2) § 4–105 (“Application on behalf of limited liability company”), subject to § 18–1404 of this subtitle;

(3) § 4–107 (“Criminal history records check”), subject to §§ 18–1402, 18–1403, 18–1407, and 18–1408 of this subtitle;

(4) § 4–109 (“Required information on application — In general”), subject to § 18–1405 of this subtitle; and

(5) § 4–112 (“Disposition of license fees”), subject to § 18–1410 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Insurance § 18-120 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 18 / Subtitle 1 / Section 18-120
§18–120.
Status: in_force

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

(2) (i) “Genetic information” means information derived from a genetic test:

1. about chromosomes, genes, gene products, or inherited characteristics that may derive from an individual or a family member;

2. not obtained for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes; and

3. obtained at a time when the individual to whom the information relates is asymptomatic for the disease, disorder, illness, or impairment to which the information relates.

(ii) “Genetic information” does not include information:

1. relating to a disease, disorder, illness, or impairment that is or has been manifested or for which the individual is or has been symptomatic; or

2. derived from:

A. routine physical measurements;

B. chemical, blood, and urine analyses;

C. tests for the use of drugs;

D. tests for the presence of the human immunodeficiency virus; or

E. tests for the purpose of diagnosing a manifested disease, disorder, illness, or impairment.

(3) “Genetic services” means health services that are provided to obtain, assess, or interpret genetic information or the results of genetic tests.

(4) (i) “Genetic test” means an analysis of human DNA, RNA, chromosomes, proteins, or metabolites that detects genotypes, mutations, or chromosomal changes.

(ii) “Genetic test” does not include:

1. routine physical measurements;

2. chemical, blood, and urine analyses;

3. tests for the use of drugs;

4. tests for the presence of the human immunodeficiency virus; or

5. tests that are directly related to a manifested disease, disorder, illness, or impairment that could reasonably be detected by a health care professional with appropriate training and expertise in the field of medicine involved.

(b) In addition to the other practices prohibited under this article, a carrier or insurance producer of a carrier that provides long–term care insurance may not:

(1) employ a method of marketing that induces or tends to induce the purchase of long–term care insurance through undue pressure;

(2) use a method of marketing that fails to disclose in a conspicuous manner that a purpose of the method of marketing is solicitation of insurance, and that contact will be made by an insurance producer or carrier;

(3) knowingly make a misleading representation or an incomplete or fraudulent comparison of policies or carriers to induce a person to lapse, forfeit, surrender, terminate, retain, pledge, assign, borrow on, or convert a policy or take out a policy with another carrier;

(4) request or require a genetic test to:

(i) deny or limit the amount, extent, or kind of long–term care insurance coverage available to an individual; or

(ii) charge a different rate for the same long–term care insurance coverage; or

(5) use a genetic test, the results of a genetic test, genetic information, or a request for genetic services to:

(i) deny or limit the amount, extent, or kind of long–term care insurance coverage available to an individual; or

(ii) charge a different rate for the same long–term care insurance.

(c) Notwithstanding subsection (b)(5) of this section, if the use is based on sound actuarial principles, the results of a genetic test or genetic information may be used to:

(1) deny or limit the amount, extent, or kind of long–term care insurance coverage made available to an individual; or

(2) charge a different rate for the same long–term care insurance.
Md. Code, Health - General § 18-901 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 18 / Subtitle 9 / Section 18-901
§18–901.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Catastrophic health emergency” has the meaning stated in § 14-3A-01 of the Public Safety Article.

(c) “Deadly agent” has the meaning stated in § 14-3A-01 of the Public Safety Article.

(d) “Exposure to a deadly agent” has the meaning stated in § 14-3A-01 of the Public Safety Article.

(e) “Health care facility” has the meaning stated in § 19–114(d)(1) of this article.

(f) (1) “Health care practitioner” has the meaning stated in § 19–114(e) of this article.

(2) “Health care practitioner” includes an individual licensed or certified as an emergency medical services provider under § 13–516 of the Education Article.

(g) “Health care provider” means:

(1) A health care facility; or

(2) A health care practitioner.
Md. Code, Education § 18-1905.1 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 19 / Section 18-1905.1
§18–1905.
Status: in_force

§18–1905.1.

(a) (1) The State Treasurer shall implement a marketing plan to increase participation in Maryland 529.

(2) (i) The marketing plan shall identify methods to increase general participation in Maryland 529.

(ii) The State Treasurer shall coordinate with the Board of Trustees of the Maryland State Employees Supplemental Retirement Plans and local school systems, respectively, to identify methods to increase participation in Maryland 529 among:

1. State employees that participate in other State tax savings programs; and

2. Families of students in local school systems with lower rates of participation in Maryland 529 than the State population.

(b) On or before December 1, 2025, and every 3 years thereafter, the State Treasurer shall submit the marketing plan required under subsection (a) of this section to the Governor and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the Senate Budget and Taxation Committee, the Senate Committee on Education, Energy, and the Environment, the House Committee on Ways and Means, and the House Appropriations Committee.
Md. Code, Public Utilities § 18-124 — MD Code / Article gpu / Title 18 / Subtitle 1 / Section 18-124
§18–124.
Status: in_force

(a) The Commission, by regulation, shall establish what constitutes a resignation.

(b) A regulation adopted under subsection (a) of this section is subject to the approval of the Secretary.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 18-3A-01 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 18 / Subtitle 3A / Section 18-3A-01
§18–3A–01.
Status: in_force

Except as otherwise provided in this title:

(1) an individual may not personally provide security systems services unless the individual is registered as a security systems technician;

(2) a person licensed under this title may not employ or contract with an individual with access to circumventional information unless the individual is registered as required under this subtitle;

(3) neither a licensee nor a registrant may provide access to circumventional information to an individual who is not registered under this subtitle; and

(4) an employee of a person licensed under this title may not obtain access to circumventional information unless the employee is registered as an individual with access to circumventional information.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 18-1504 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 18 / Subtitle 15 / Section 18-1504
§18–1504.
Status: in_force

(a) Before the Board may approve an application for a license, the Board shall publish notice of the application two times in 2 successive weeks in one newspaper of general circulation in the county.

(b) (1) An applicant for a new license or an upgrade of an existing license shall post the notice in a conspicuous place in the location described in the application for 20 consecutive days before the application hearing.

(2) The Board shall supply the applicant with the notice on a sign that measures at least 24 by 36 inches and includes:

(i) the class of license for which the application is made;

(ii) the name and trade name of the applicant;

(iii) the date, time, and location of the application hearing; and

(iv) contact information for the applicant.

(3) An applicant shall pay to the Board a one–time posting fee of $35 for a new license or an upgrade of an existing license.

(c) If the location described in the application is under construction or renovation or is not easily accessible to the public, the applicant shall post an additional notice on the perimeter of the location that is easily accessible to the public, such as:

(1) the entrance to the location;

(2) a driveway to the location; or

(3) the curb of the location.

(d) The Board may hold a hearing and act on the license application without full compliance with the posting requirements under this section if the applicant demonstrates by a preponderance of the evidence that the applicant substantially complied.
Md. Code, Education § 18-3504 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 35 / Section 18-3504
§18–3504.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, for 1 year for each year that the recipient receives a scholarship under this subtitle, a scholarship recipient shall:

(i) Work in the State in the cybersecurity field for a:

1. A. Local education agency;

B. Public high school; or

C. Community college; or

2. Unit of:

A. State government;

B. County government; or

C. City or municipal government; or

(ii) Teach in the State in an education program that is directly relevant to cybersecurity in:

1. A public high school; or

2. A community college.

(2) (i) Subject to subparagraphs (ii) and (iii) of this paragraph, the Office shall adopt guidelines on or before January 1, 2023, establishing a work obligation, appropriately prorated, for a scholarship recipient who receives a scholarship as a part–time student.

(ii) The work obligation for a part–time student shall equal the amount of time needed for an equivalent full–time student to complete the certification.

(iii) The work obligation for a part–time student may not exceed 3 years.

(b) In accordance with § 18–112 of this title, a scholarship recipient shall repay the Commission the funds received under this subtitle if the recipient does not:

(1) Earn credit as a full–time student as defined in regulations adopted by the Office for the Program or as a part–time student as required in § 18–3503(f) of this subtitle;

(2) Complete an approved degree or certificate program that is directly relevant to cybersecurity at an eligible institution; and

(3) Perform the work obligation required under subsection (a) of this section.

(c) Except as otherwise provided in this section, a recipient shall begin repayment at any time during the period that the recipient is no longer performing the work obligation required under subsection (a) of this section.

(d) Except as otherwise provided in this section, repayment shall be made to the State within 6 years after the repayment period begins and shall follow a repayment schedule established by the Office.

(e) The Office may waive or defer repayment in the event of disability or extended sickness that prevents the recipient from fulfilling the work obligation required under subsection (a) of this section.
Md. Code, State Government § 18-104 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 18 / Subtitle 1 / Section 18-104
§18–104.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) On the Governor’s own initiative or on a request made to the Governor in writing by the Senator for the senatorial district in which the applicant or notary public resides, the Governor may deny, refuse to renew, revoke, suspend, or impose conditions on a commission as notary public for any act or omission that demonstrates the individual lacks the honesty, integrity, competence, or reliability to act as a notary public, including:

(i) a failure to comply with this title or regulations adopted under this title;

(ii) a fraudulent, dishonest, or deceitful misstatement or omission in the application for a commission;

(iii) a conviction of a felony or crime involving fraud, dishonesty, or deceit;

(iv) a finding against or an admission of liability in a legal proceeding or disciplinary action based on fraud, dishonesty, or deceit;

(v) failure to discharge any duty required of a notary public, whether imposed by any federal or State law or regulations adopted by the Secretary of State;

(vi) use of false or misleading advertising or representation by the notary public representing that the notary public has a duty, right, or privilege that the notary public does not have; and

(vii) denial, refusal to renew, revocation, suspension, or conditions of a notary public commission by another state.

(2) Subject to subsection (c) of this section, after notice to the notary and the opportunity for a hearing before the Secretary of State or the Secretary of State’s designee, the Secretary of State shall submit a recommendation to the Governor for action as the Governor determines to be required in the case.

(b) (1) The Governor may delegate to the Secretary of State or the Deputy Secretary of State the authority to take an action under subsection (a) of this section.

(2) Subject to subsection (c) of this section, the Secretary of State or Deputy Secretary of State shall give the notary notice and an opportunity for a hearing as provided in subsection (a) of this section, but is not required to submit a recommendation to the Governor before acting under this subsection.

(c) Notice and the opportunity for a hearing under subsections (a) and (b) of this section are not required to be given to an applicant for an initial commission as a notary public regarding the denial of the commission.

(d) A hearing under this section is not a contested case under Title 10, Subtitle 2 of this article.

(e) The notice and hearing opportunity under subsections (a) and (b) of this section is deemed satisfied if a letter informing the applicant or notary of the impending action and hearing opportunity is mailed to the applicant or notary by first–class mail at the last address the applicant or notary has given to the Secretary of State.

(f) An action taken under this section against a notary public does not preclude a person from seeking and obtaining any other criminal or civil remedy provided by law for redress of harm caused by the notary public.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 18-307 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 18 / Subtitle 3 / Section 18-307
§18–307.
Status: in_force

A bonded or distillery warehouse, as defined by the federal Tariff Act, located in the State is subject to all provisions of this subtitle not inconsistent with the Tariff Act.
Md. Code, Health - General § 18-111 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 18 / Subtitle 1 / Section 18-111
§18–111.
Status: in_force

(a) The Department, in collaboration with the State–designated health information exchange, shall establish and maintain a publicly accessible website that includes in a downloadable format the following information:

(1) The prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias in the State;

(2) The hospitalization rate related to Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias; and

(3) To the extent possible, the prevalence and hospitalization rate of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias disaggregated based on:

(i) Age, including age of diagnosis;

(ii) Sex;

(iii) Race;

(iv) Ethnicity;

(v) Number of cases by county;

(vi) Co–occurrence of Down Syndrome (Trisomy–21); and

(vii) Type of dementia.

(b) The website required under subsection (a) of this section shall:

(1) Include the data available for the immediately preceding 5–year period ending September 30, 2025; and

(2) Be updated on or before January 1 each year, beginning in 2027, to include any newly available data.
Md. Code, Education § 18-1905 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 19 / Section 18-1905
§18–1905.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The State Treasurer:

(i) Shall appoint a deputy treasurer to administer the Program; and

(ii) May employ additional Program staff in accordance with the budget.

(2) (i) Except for employees described in subparagraph (ii) or (iii) of this paragraph, the employees shall be skilled service employees subject to the provisions of the State Personnel and Pensions Article that govern skilled service employees.

(ii) An employee is in the professional service and subject to the provisions of the State Personnel and Pensions Article that govern professional service employees if the position:

1. Requires knowledge of an advanced type in a field of science or learning customarily acquired by a course of specialized intellectual instruction and study; and

2. Normally requires a professional license, an advanced degree, or both.

(iii) An employee is in the management service and subject to the provisions of the State Personnel and Pensions Article that govern management service employees if the position:

1. Primarily involves direct responsibility for the oversight and management of personnel and financial resources;

2. Requires the exercise of discretion and independent judgment; and

3. Is not in the executive service.

(3) The State Treasurer may retain the services of consultants, administrators, and other personnel, as necessary, to administer the Trust, the Plan, the Broker–Dealer Plan, or the Maryland ABLE Program.

(4) The budget for the Program and staff retained by the State Treasurer to administer the Program are subject to review by the General Assembly for information purposes only.

(b) The State Treasurer may adopt any regulations that the State Treasurer considers necessary to carry out the provisions of this subtitle or Subtitle 19A, Subtitle 19B, or Subtitle 19C of this title.

(c) In administering the Program, the State Treasurer may:

(1) Execute contracts and other necessary instruments;

(2) Hold, buy, and sell instruments, obligations, securities, and other investments consistent with its comprehensive investment plan;

(3) Enter into agreements with eligible institutions of higher education and other public or private entities for the promotion, administration, or marketing of the Program, the Trust, the Plan, the Broker–Dealer Plan, or the Maryland ABLE Program;

(4) Invest funds not required for immediate disbursement;

(5) Solicit and accept gifts, grants, loans, or other aid from any source or participate in any government program for purposes consistent with this subtitle and Subtitles 19A, 19B, and 19C of this title;

(6) Subject to the review of the General Assembly, impose, collect, and distribute across Maryland 529 programs reasonable administrative fees for any transactions under the Trust, the Plan, the Broker–Dealer Plan, or the Maryland ABLE Program or involving prepaid contracts or transactions affecting the Program, the Trust, the Plan, the Broker–Dealer Plan, or the Maryland ABLE Program;

(7) Procure insurance against any loss of assets of the Program, the Trust, the Plan, the Broker–Dealer Plan, or the Maryland ABLE Program;

(8) Endorse insurance coverage written exclusively for the purpose of protecting:

(i) A prepaid contract under the Trust and the account holder and the qualified beneficiary of the contract;

(ii) An investment account under the Plan, or the Broker–Dealer Plan, and the account holder and qualified designated beneficiary of the investment account; or

(iii) An ABLE account under the Maryland ABLE Program and the ABLE account holder;

(9) Designate terms under which money may be withdrawn from the Program, the Trust, the Plan, the Broker–Dealer Plan, or the Maryland ABLE Program;

(10) Establish additional procedural and substantive requirements for participation in and the administration or marketing of the Program, the Trust, the Plan, the Broker–Dealer Plan, or the Maryland ABLE Program;

(11) Appear before boards, commissions, or other governmental agencies; and

(12) Take any other action that the State Treasurer considers appropriate to implement and administer the Program, the Trust, the Plan, the Broker–Dealer Plan, or the Maryland ABLE Program.

(d) The State Treasurer may:

(1) Delegate, wholly or partly, the exercise of fiduciary duties related to the Trust; and

(2) Contract for support services necessary to carry out the State Treasurer’s fiduciary duties related to the Trust.
Md. Code, Local Government § 18-120 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 18 / Subtitle 1 / Section 18-120
§18–120.
Status: in_force

Bonds, transfer of the bonds, and the interest payable and income derived from the bonds are exempt from all State, county, and municipal taxation.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 18-1101.1 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 18 / Subtitle 11 / Section 18-1101.1
§18–1101.
Status: in_force

§18–1101.1.

(a) There is a Class GC (golf course) privilege.

(b) An owner or operator of a public or private golf course has the privilege of selling alcoholic beverages on the golf course if the owner or operator:

(1) holds a Class B, Class BLX, Class C, Class D, Class H, or Entertainment Facility License; and

(2) pays the annual fee of $200 for the privilege.

(c) The Class GC (golf course) privilege expands the licensed premises to include the golf course.
Md. Code, Local Government § 18-107 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 18 / Subtitle 1 / Section 18-107
§18–107.
Status: in_force

(a) An authority consists of five members.

(b) By local law, a county or municipality shall establish residency requirements, means of appointment, qualifications, and terms of office for a member.

(c) Officers and employees of an authority shall be appointed as provided by local law.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 18-3A-07 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 18 / Subtitle 3A / Section 18-3A-07
§18–3A–07.
Status: in_force

(a) By regulation, the Secretary shall stagger the terms of the registrations under this subtitle.

(b) Unless a registration is renewed for a 3–year term as provided in this section, the registration expires on the date the Secretary sets.

(c) At least 90 days before a registration expires, the applicant shall submit to the Secretary:

(1) a renewal application in the manner and format designated by the Secretary;

(2) the amount of the renewal fee in a method approved by the Secretary; and

(3) the amount of any late fee, as determined by the Secretary.

(d) An individual periodically may renew a registration for an additional 3–year term if the individual:

(1) otherwise is entitled to be registered;

(2) pays to the Secretary in a method approved by the Secretary:

(i) a renewal fee that is the higher of $15 or an amount which the Secretary determines based on the actual processing costs;

(ii) the fee authorized under § 10–221(b)(7) of the Criminal Procedure Article for access to Maryland criminal history records;

(iii) the mandatory processing fee required by the Federal Bureau of Investigation for a national criminal history records check; and

(iv) any late fee required under this subtitle; and

(3) submits to the Secretary:

(i) a renewal application in the manner and format designated by the Secretary;

(ii) two complete sets of the applicant’s legible fingerprints taken in a format approved by the Director of the Central Repository and the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation; and

(iii) satisfactory evidence of compliance with any other requirements under this section for renewal of registration.

(e) In accordance with §§ 10–201 through 10–235 of the Criminal Procedure Article, the Central Repository shall forward to the applicant and the Department of State Police a printed statement of the applicant’s criminal history records information.

(f) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, if a complete application for renewal of registration as required under this subtitle is not received by the Secretary at least 30 calendar days before the certification expires, the Secretary shall assess a late fee of $5 per day until the application is received by the Secretary.

(2) The total amount of late fees assessed under this subsection may not exceed $150.

(3) The Secretary may not register any applicant under this title if the applicant has outstanding late fee obligations.

(g) The Secretary may waive the national criminal history records check required under subsection (d) of this section for an applicant who was registered under § 18–3A–03 of this subtitle if the applicant pays to the Secretary, in a method approved by the Secretary, a processing fee of $15.

(h) If the renewal application was submitted as required under this section and the national criminal history records check required under this section is not completed before a registration expires, the Secretary shall allow the applicant to operate in a temporary registration status if the applicant otherwise meets the requirements of this section.

(i) The temporary registration status shall expire at the earlier of:

(1) the completion of the national criminal history records check of the applicant; or

(2) the renewal or denial of the registration.

(j) (1) The Secretary shall renew the registration of each individual who meets the requirements of this section.

(2) Within 5 days after the Secretary refuses to renew the registration of an individual under this title, the Secretary shall send written notice of the refusal to the individual who submitted the renewal application.
Md. Code, Transportation § 18-109 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 18 / Subtitle 1 / Section 18-109
§18–109.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Rental vehicle company” has the meaning stated in § 18–108 of this title.

(3) “Replacement vehicle” has the meaning stated in § 18–102 of this title.

(b) If a vehicle owned by an individual who is at least 18 years old is not in use because of a repair of the vehicle covered by a warranty, a recall of the vehicle, or a repair of the vehicle as a result of the recall:

(1) A rental vehicle company may not, solely on the basis of the age of the individual:

(i) Refuse to rent a vehicle to the individual; or

(ii) Charge the individual a higher rental fee than normally charged; and

(2) An auto repair facility or a vehicle dealer may not, solely on the basis of the age of the individual:

(i) Refuse to loan a replacement vehicle to the individual; or

(ii) Charge the individual a higher fee for a replacement vehicle than normally charged.
Md. Code, Health - General § 18-312 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 18 / Subtitle 3 / Section 18-312
§18–312.
Status: in_force

In Part III of this subtitle, “public health veterinarian” means the veterinarian whom the Secretary designates as responsible for the veterinary public health program of the Department.
Md. Code, Education § 18-3603 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 36 / Section 18-3603
§18–3603.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) (i) Subject to subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, a student may apply annually to a Maryland community college located in the county or, in the case of a regional community college, in the region where the applicant lives to receive a Maryland Community College Promise Scholarship award.

(ii) If the community college located in the county or region where the applicant lives does not offer the degree or certification program in which the applicant wants to enroll, the student may apply to the community college outside the county or, in the case of a regional community college, outside the region where the applicant lives to receive a Maryland Community College Promise Scholarship award.

(2) A community college annually shall select eligible applicants and offer a Maryland Community College Promise Scholarship award to each selected applicant to be used for tuition at the community college.

(b) An applicant is eligible for a Maryland Community College Promise Scholarship award if the applicant:

(1) Is eligible for in–State tuition;

(2) Enrolls as a candidate for a vocational certificate, a certificate, or an associate’s degree or participates in a registered apprenticeship after graduating from a high school or successfully completing a GED in the State:

(i) Except as provided in item (ii) of this item, at the community college located in the county or, in the case of a regional community college, in the region, where the applicant lives; or

(ii) At a community college in the State that has an on–campus residential facility for students;

(3) Except as provided in subsection (c)(3) and (4)(i) of this section, has earned a cumulative grade point average of:

(i) For an initial award, at least 2.3 on a 4.0 scale or its equivalent at the end of the first semester or the end of the year of the senior year in high school; or

(ii) While enrolled at a community college in the State, at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale or its equivalent;

(4) Has an annual adjusted gross income of not more than:

(i) $100,000 if the applicant is single or resides in a single–parent household; or

(ii) $150,000 if the applicant is married or resides in a two–parent household;

(5) (i) Enrolls in:

1. At least 6 credits per semester at the community college; or

2. A sequence of credit or noncredit courses that leads to licensure or certification; or

(ii) Participates in a registered apprenticeship program; and

(6) (i) Timely submits a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or any other applications for any State or federal student financial aid, other than a student loan, for which the applicant may qualify; or

(ii) Is ineligible to submit a FAFSA, qualifies for in–State tuition under § 15–106.8 of this article, and timely submits an application for any State student financial aid, other than a student loan, for which the applicant may qualify.

(c) (1) An applicant who receives any other educational grants or scholarships that cover the applicant’s full cost of attendance at the community college is ineligible to receive an award under this subtitle.

(2) An applicant who has earned a bachelor’s degree or an associate’s degree is ineligible to receive an award under this subtitle.

(3) An applicant who graduated from high school 5 or more years before the date of application is not subject to the grade point average requirements established in subsection (b)(3)(i) of this section for an initial award.

(4) An applicant who enrolls in a noncredit vocational certificate program, enrolls in a sequence of noncredit courses leading to licensure or certification, or participates in a registered apprenticeship program:

(i) Is not subject to the grade point average requirements in subsection (b)(3) of this section; and

(ii) Is not subject to the requirements in subsection (b)(6) of this section, unless the applicant is enrolling in a noncredit program for which a federal Pell Grant may be used.

(d) On request the community college shall assist an applicant to submit a FAFSA or any other applications for State or federal student financial aid.
Md. Code, Public Utilities § 18-107 — MD Code / Article gpu / Title 18 / Subtitle 1 / Section 18-107
§18–107.
Status: in_force

(a) The Commission may establish a merit system that includes all of its employees except:

(1) the general manager, secretary, treasurer, and chief engineer;

(2) the head of a department;

(3) (i) the inspector general; and

(ii) any temporary employee of the Office of the Inspector General appointed under § 17–603 of this article; and

(4) a part time, temporary, or contract employee.

(b) The Commission may:

(1) appoint or promote a merit system employee to the position of general manager, department head, or inspector general or designate a merit system employee as the general manager, department head, or inspector general on an acting basis;

(2) retain the employee in the merit system in the position or grade from which the employee was appointed or promoted; and

(3) continue to exclude the positions of general manager, department head, and inspector general from the merit system.
Md. Code, Health - General § 18-316 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 18 / Subtitle 3 / Section 18-316
§18–316.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, an individual immediately shall report to the local police or sheriff if the individual:

(i) Knows that a dog, cat, or other warm blooded animal has bitten, scratched, or otherwise exposed an individual to a possible rabies infection; or

(ii) Suspects that an animal has rabies.

(2) In Frederick County, the individual shall report to the animal control center of Frederick County.

(b) On receipt of a report under this section, the police, sheriff, or animal control center staff shall:

(1) Notify the health officer for the county where the report is made; and

(2) Enforce all orders of the health officer and the public health veterinarian.

(c) If the public health veterinarian or the local health officer issues an order to surrender an animal that is suspected of having rabies, a person may not hide or secret the animal:

(1) In the custody of the person; or

(2) In the custody or with the cooperation of any other person.

(d) A person who fails or refuses to comply with any provision of this section or any order issued under this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $500.
Md. Code, Health - General § 18-217 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 18 / Subtitle 2 / Section 18-217
§18–217.
Status: in_force

The General Assembly finds and declares that it is in the public interest to ensure the public health, safety, and welfare by strictly regulating in this State the importation, transportation, sale, transfer, breeding, raising, keeping, and possession of certain animals which pose a possibility of the introduction of a disease or pest harmful to humans, or endangers the physical safety of human beings.
Md. Code, Public Utilities § 18-204 — MD Code / Article gpu / Title 18 / Subtitle 2 / Section 18-204
§18–204.
Status: in_force

(a) An employee organization that is certified or that seeks certification as an exclusive representative under this subtitle shall submit to the labor relations administrator:

(1) a copy of the employee organization’s constitution and bylaws; and

(2) any subsequent change in the employee organization’s constitution or bylaws.

(b) The constitution or bylaws shall include:

(1) a pledge that the employee organization accept members without regard to age, marital status, national origin, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, sex, or gender identity;

(2) the right of members to participate in the affairs of the employee organization;

(3) procedures for periodic elections for officers by secret ballot;

(4) fair procedures governing disciplinary actions;

(5) procedures for the accurate accounting of all income and expenditures;

(6) a requirement that an independent annual financial report be produced; and

(7) the right of members to inspect the organization’s accounts.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 18-404 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 18 / Subtitle 4 / Section 18-404
§18–404.
Status: in_force

(a) A person who violates any provision of this subtitle is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $10,000 or imprisonment in jail not exceeding 1 year or both.

(b) (1) A person who violates § 18–401 of this subtitle is subject to a civil fine of not more than $50,000 to be assessed by the Board in accordance with regulations adopted by the Board.

(2) The Board shall pay any penalty collected under this subsection into the State Board of Examiners for Psychologists Fund.
Md. Code, Health - General § 18-4A-01 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 18 / Subtitle 4A / Section 18-4A-01
§18–4A–01.
Status: in_force

In this subtitle, “parent” means:

(1) A natural or adoptive parent of a minor;

(2) A guardian of a minor; or

(3) Any other person who, under court order, is authorized to give consent for a minor.
Md. Code, Public Utilities § 18-126 — MD Code / Article gpu / Title 18 / Subtitle 1 / Section 18-126
§18–126.
Status: in_force

(a) A person may not impersonate another in an examination held under this subtitle.

(b) A person may not willfully or corruptly falsify a score or report on an examination held under this subtitle.

(c) (1) A person, acting alone or in cooperation with another, may not:

(i) willfully or corruptly deceive an individual about the right to take an examination held under this subtitle;

(ii) willfully or corruptly interfere with the right of an individual to take an examination held under this subtitle;

(iii) falsify, or assist another to falsify, a score, grade, estimate, or report on the examination or standing of an individual examined under this subtitle; or

(iv) give to an individual any special information in order to improve or harm the individual’s rating for appointment or employment.

(2) Notwithstanding paragraph (1)(iv) of this subsection, a person may answer any inquiry from the Secretary.

(d) A candidate for employment may not deceive the Commission or the Secretary in order to improve the candidate’s chances for appointment.

(e) (1) A candidate for appointment to a merit system position may not sign a resignation from that position in advance of the appointment.

(2) A resignation signed in violation of paragraph (1) of this subsection is void and of no effect.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 18-602 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 18 / Subtitle 6 / Section 18-602
§18–602.
Status: in_force

A Class B beer license may not be issued in the county.
Md. Code, Local Government § 18-403 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 18 / Subtitle 4 / Section 18-403
§18–403.
Status: in_force

(a) In a tourism zone:

(1) the exemption from the admissions and amusement tax under § 4–104(g) of the Tax – General Article applies to qualifying tourism enterprises; and

(2) the property tax credits under §§ 9–268 and 9–269 of the Tax – Property Article apply.

(b) On or before July 1 preceding the effective date of its establishment, the political jurisdiction shall notify the Comptroller that a tourism district is established.

(c) A political subdivision that establishes a tourism zone shall notify the Comptroller of:

(1) any qualifying tourism enterprises to which the exemption from the admissions and amusement tax under § 4–104(g) of the Tax – General Article applies;

(2) the date on which the qualifying tourism enterprise qualified for the exemption; and

(3) the date, if any, on which the exemption for the qualifying tourism enterprise expires.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 18-501 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 18 / Subtitle 5 / Section 18-501
§18–501.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Default” means the failure to perform on time any obligation or duty set forth in the rental agreement.

(c) “Last known address” means that address or electronic mail address provided by the occupant in the rental agreement or the address or electronic mail address provided by the occupant in a subsequent written notice of a change of address.

(d) “Leased space” means the individual storage space at the self–service facility which is rented to an occupant pursuant to a rental agreement.

(e) “Occupant” means a person, a sublessee, successor, or assign, entitled to the use of a leased space at a self–service storage facility under a rental agreement.

(f) (1) “Operator” means the owner, operator, lessor, or sublessor of a self–service storage facility, an agent, or any other person authorized to manage the facility.

(2) “Operator” does not include a warehouseman, unless the operator issues a warehouse receipt, bill of lading, or other document of title for the personal property stored.

(g) (1) “Personal property” means movable property, not affixed to land.

(2) “Personal property” includes goods, wares, merchandise, motor vehicles, watercraft, and household items and furnishings.

(h) “Rental agreement” means any written agreement that establishes or modifies the terms, conditions, or rules concerning the use and occupancy of a self–service storage facility.

(i) “Self–service storage facility” means any real property used for renting or leasing individual storage spaces in which the occupants themselves customarily store and remove their own personal property on a “self–service” basis.

(j) “Verified mail” means any method of mailing that is offered by the United States Postal Service or private delivery service that provides evidence of mailing.
Md. Code, Public Utilities § 18-215 — MD Code / Article gpu / Title 18 / Subtitle 2 / Section 18-215
§18–215.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “strike” means the action of an employee, in concert with others, to:

(1) refuse to report to work;

(2) stop or slow down work; or

(3) abstain wholly or partly from the full, faithful, and proper performance of duties for the purpose of inducing, influencing, or coercing a change in the terms, conditions, rights, or privileges of employment.

(b) A Commission employee, group of Commission employees, or employee organization may not engage in, induce, initiate, or ratify a strike by Commission employees.

(c) If a strike occurs, a court of competent jurisdiction may enjoin the strike on request of the Commission.

(d) An employee may not receive compensation from the Commission while the employee is engaged in a strike.

(e) (1) If an employee engages in, induces, initiates, or ratifies a strike, the Commission may take appropriate disciplinary action against the employee, including suspension or discharge.

(2) If disciplinary action is taken and appealed, the labor relations administrator shall hold a hearing on the disciplinary action at which the Commission, the employee, and any interested employee organization may present evidence and argument.

(f) (1) If after a hearing an employee organization certified as an exclusive representative is found by the labor relations administrator to have assisted, authorized, or initiated a strike involving the refusal of Commission employees to report for work, the labor relations administrator shall revoke the certification of the employee organization.

(2) An employee organization decertified under paragraph (1) of this subsection may not be recertified for 2 years after the end of the strike.

(3) If after a hearing an employee organization certified as an exclusive representative is found by the labor relations administrator to have assisted, authorized, or initiated any other type of strike, the labor relations administrator may revoke the certification of the employee organization for up to 1 year after the end of the strike.
Md. Code, Education § 18-1808 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 18 / Section 18-1808
§18–1808.
Status: in_force

(a) The Maryland Department of Labor may establish a Youth Apprenticeship Program Advisory Board.

(b) The Advisory Board shall include:

(1) The Secretary of Labor;

(2) The State Superintendent of Schools;

(3) The Secretary of Higher Education;

(4) The chair of the Maryland Business Roundtable, or the chair’s designee;

(5) The President of the Maryland AFL–CIO, or the President’s designee;

(6) The chair of the Maryland Apprenticeship and Training Council, or the chair’s designee;

(7) The chair of the Partnership for Workforce Quality Advisory Board, or the chair’s designee;

(8) The chair of the Vocational Education Advisory Council, or the chair’s designee;

(9) The chair of the Governor’s Workforce Development Board, or the chair’s designee;

(10) The chair of the Maryland Association of Community Colleges, or the chair’s designee;

(11) One member of the Senate of Maryland, appointed by the President of the Senate; and

(12) One member of the House of Delegates, appointed by the Speaker of the House.

(c) The Advisory Board shall, from time to time, review the program and advise the Secretary of Labor, the State Superintendent of Schools, and the Secretary of Higher Education about matters regarding the program.
Md. Code, Health - General § 18-221 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 18 / Subtitle 2 / Section 18-221
§18–221.
Status: in_force

When prohibiting animals that may also be harmful to indigenous wildlife or agricultural animals under § 18-219 of this subtitle, the Secretary shall coordinate with the Departments of Natural Resources and Agriculture.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 18-203 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 18 / Subtitle 2 / Section 18-203
§18–203.
Status: in_force

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

(b) A member may not serve more than two consecutive terms as chair.
Md. Code, Education § 18-28A-02 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 28A / Section 18-28A-02
§18–28A–02.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Maryland Loan Assistance Repayment Program for Farmers in the State.

(b) The Office shall assist in the repayment of a higher education loan owed by a farmer who:

(1) Has received an undergraduate or graduate degree in agriculture or an agriculture–related field from a public or private nonprofit institution of higher education located in the State;

(2) Has been a farmer for at least 5 years but not more than 10 years since obtaining the degree;

(3) Receives an income that is less than the maximum eligible total income levels established by the Office, in consultation with the Department, including any additional sources of income; and

(4) Satisfies any other criteria established by the Office.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 18-2802 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 18 / Subtitle 28 / Section 18-2802
§18–2802.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Subject to subsection (b) of this section, the Board may impose a fine not exceeding $2,500 or suspend a license or both for a violation of a provision of this article that applies in the county.

(2) The fine shall be imposed subject to § 10–1001 of the State Government Article.

(b) Fines collected under this section shall be paid into the general fund of the county.
Md. Code, Education § 18-2401 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 24 / Section 18-2401
§18–2401.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Higher education loan” means any loan for undergraduate or graduate study leading to practice as a dentist or dental hygienist that is obtained for tuition, educational expenses, or living expenses from:

(1) A college or university, government, or commercial source; or

(2) An organization, institution, association, society, or corporation that is exempt from taxation under § 501(c)(3) or (4) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.

(c) “Program” means the Maryland Dent–Care Program.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 18-302.1 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 18 / Subtitle 3 / Section 18-302.1
§18–302.
Status: in_force

§18–302.1.

(a) In this section, “Central Repository” means the Criminal Justice Information System Central Repository of the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services.

(b) As part of an application to the Central Repository for a State and national criminal history records check, an applicant shall submit to the Central Repository:

(1) Two complete sets of legible fingerprints taken on forms approved by the Director of the Central Repository and the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation;

(2) The fee authorized under § 10–221(b)(7) of the Criminal Procedure Article for access to State criminal history records; and

(3) The processing fee required by the Federal Bureau of Investigation for a national criminal history records check.

(c) In accordance with §§ 10–201 through 10–228 of the Criminal Procedure Article, the Central Repository shall forward to the Board and the applicant the criminal history record information of the applicant.

(d) If an applicant has made three or more unsuccessful attempts at securing legible fingerprints, the Board may accept an alternate method of a criminal history records check as allowed by the Director of the Central Repository and the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

(e) Information obtained from the Central Repository under this section:

(1) Shall be confidential;

(2) May not be redisseminated; and

(3) Shall be used only for the licensing purpose authorized by this title.

(f) The subject of a criminal history records check under this section may contest the contents of the printed statement issued by the Central Repository as provided in § 10–223 of the Criminal Procedure Article.
Md. Code, Insurance § 18-119 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 18 / Subtitle 1 / Section 18-119
§18–119.
Status: in_force

(a) This section does not apply to plans under § 125 of the Internal Revenue Code.

(b) (1) An insured or certificate holder who is insured under a policy or contract of long–term care insurance may surrender the policy or contract within 30 days after delivery for a return of any premium paid by providing written notice of surrender to the carrier.

(2) The right of surrender may not be waived.

(3) A contract to purchase long–term care insurance shall contain the following statement:

“Notice to buyer: You may surrender the contract or policy of long–term care insurance without penalty or obligation within 30 days from the date of delivery of the policy. If you decide to surrender the contract or policy, you must provide notice of the surrender to the insurer. Any attempt to obtain a waiver of your right to surrender is unlawful. Surrender entitles you to a refund of all money within 30 business days after receipt of notice of surrender.”

(c) A policy surrendered under this section is deemed void from its effective date.
Md. Code, Health - General § 18-201 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 18 / Subtitle 2 / Section 18-201
§18–201.
Status: in_force

(a) A physician with reason to suspect that a patient under the physician’s care has a condition or an infectious or contagious disease, except human immunodeficiency virus or acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, that endangers public health and that has been designated by the Secretary as reportable shall submit immediately a report to the health officer for the county where the physician cares for that patient.

(b) The report shall:

(1) Contain the information and be in a format specified or approved by the Secretary; and

(2) Be transmitted as directed by the Secretary.

(c) (1) Except as provided in paragraphs (2) through (5) of this subsection, all reports and all information collected in connection with a report from a health care provider, the subject of the report, or other individuals who might be affected by the condition or disease in the report are:

(i) Confidential;

(ii) Not medical records under Title 4, Subtitle 3 of this article;

(iii) Not open to public inspection; and

(iv) Not discoverable or admissible in evidence in any civil or criminal matter except in accordance with a court order sealing the court record.

(2) This subsection does not apply to reports, information, and records otherwise available to the public or required to be publicly disclosed.

(3) The Secretary may prepare and disseminate nonindividually identifiable information about one or more cases of a condition or disease based on any report received under this section, for any purpose consistent with the Secretary’s lawful duties as authorized by an act of the Maryland General Assembly.

(4) This subsection does not apply to or restrict the use or publication of any statistics, information, or other material that summarizes or refers to confidential records in the aggregate, without disclosing the identity of any individual who is the subject of the confidential record.

(5) This subsection does not apply to a disclosure by the Secretary to another governmental agency performing its lawful duties as authorized by an act of the Maryland General Assembly or the United States Congress where the Secretary determines that:

(i) The agency to whom the information is disclosed will maintain the confidentiality of the disclosure; and

(ii) The disclosure is necessary to protect the public health or to prevent the spread of an infectious or contagious disease.
Md. Code, Health - General § 18-102 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 18 / Subtitle 1 / Section 18-102
§18–102.
Status: in_force

(a) The Secretary shall adopt rules and regulations necessary to prevent:

(1) The introduction of an infectious or contagious disease into this State or other disease that endangers public health in this State; or

(2) The spread of an infectious or contagious disease or other disease that endangers public health in this State.

(b) When the Secretary has reason to believe that an infectious or contagious disease or other disease that endangers public health exists within the State, the Secretary shall:

(1) Investigate the suspected disease; and

(2) Act properly to prevent the spread of the disease.

(c) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, an individual enrolled in an institution of higher education who resides in on-campus student housing shall be vaccinated against meningococcal disease.

(2) An individual is exempt from the vaccination requirement in paragraph (1) of this subsection if:

(i) The institution of higher education provides detailed information on the risks associated with meningococcal disease and the availability and effectiveness of any vaccine to:

1. The individual, if the individual is 18 years of age or older; or

2. The individual’s parent or guardian, if the individual is a minor; and

(ii) 1. The individual is 18 years of age or older and the individual signs a written waiver in a form approved by the Secretary stating that the individual has received and reviewed the information provided and has chosen not to be vaccinated against meningococcal disease; or

2. The individual is a minor and the individual’s parent or guardian signs a written waiver in a form approved by the Secretary stating that the parent or guardian has received and reviewed the information provided and has chosen to not have the individual vaccinated against meningococcal disease.

(3) Nothing in this subsection shall be construed to require any institution of higher education to provide or pay for vaccinations against meningococcal disease.

(4) The Secretary, in consultation with the Maryland Higher Education Commission, shall adopt regulations necessary to implement this subsection.

(d) The Secretary may enter on and inspect private property to determine the presence, cause, and source of an infectious or contagious disease or other disease that endangers public health in this State.
Md. Code, Land Use § 18-303 — MD Code / Article glu / Title 18 / Subtitle 3 / Section 18-303
§18–303.
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding any provision of charter or law, the taxes authorized under this subtitle are not subject to any limitation on the tax rate or tax revenues of Prince George’s County.
Md. Code, Health - General § 18-338 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 18 / Subtitle 3 / Section 18-338
§18–338.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Correctional employee” means:

(i) A person who is employed by a correctional institution; or

(ii) A person who performs duties in a correctional institution by virtue of federal, State, or local government employment.

(3) “Correctional institution” means a place of detention or correctional confinement operated by or for the State or a local government.

(4) “Court” means a district or circuit court of the State.

(5) “Exposure” means, as between a correctional employee and an incarcerated individual:

(i) Percutaneous contact with blood, semen, or blood contaminated fluids;

(ii) Mucocutaneous contact with blood, semen, or blood contaminated fluids;

(iii) Open wound, including dermatitis, exudative lesions, or chapped skin, contact with blood, semen, or blood contaminated fluids; and

(iv) Intact skin contact with large amounts of blood, semen, or blood contaminated fluids for a prolonged period.

(6) “Health care provider” means:

(i) Any person, including a physician or hospital, who is licensed or otherwise authorized in this State to provide health care services and is under contract with or operated by the correctional facility; or

(ii) An employee’s private physician.

(b) An incarcerated individual shall furnish to the correctional institution a blood sample or buccal (cheek) swab to be tested for the presence of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) when:

(1) There has been an exposure involving the incarcerated individual;

(2) The exposure occurred in connection with the incarcerated individual’s violation of institutional regulations;

(3) The incarcerated individual has been found guilty of the violation of institutional regulations described in paragraph (2) of this subsection;

(4) The correctional employee involved in the exposure has given written notice of the exposure to the managing official of the correctional institution, or the official’s designee; and

(5) The exposure is confirmed by a health care provider.

(c) The correctional institution shall collect the blood sample from the incarcerated individual, and shall have the sample tested for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) by a test and test procedure approved by the Department.

(d) (1) If the incarcerated individual refuses to furnish to the correctional institution a blood sample or buccal (cheek) swab to be tested for the presence of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) as required under subsection (b) of this section, a court may order the incarcerated individual to furnish the blood sample or buccal (cheek) swab if:

(i) The correctional employee involved in the exposure or the correctional employee’s representative requests the testing in writing to the State’s Attorney in the county where the exposure occurred; and

(ii) The court finds probable cause to believe that the exposure occurred.

(2) Before ordering a test under paragraph (1) of this subsection and subject to the provisions of paragraph (6) of this subsection, the court shall hold a hearing at which the correctional employee or the correctional employee’s representative and the incarcerated individual or the incarcerated individual’s representative have the right to be present.

(3) The correctional employee or the correctional employee’s representative and the incarcerated individual or the incarcerated individual’s representative shall be notified of:

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

(ii) Their right to be present at the hearing.

(4) During the hearing, the court may admit into evidence only affidavits, counter–affidavits, and medical records that:

(i) Relate to the material facts of the case; and

(ii) Support or rebut a finding of probable cause to issue a court order.

(5) The written request of the correctional employee or the correctional employee’s representative shall be:

(i) Filed by the State’s Attorney with the court; and

(ii) Sealed by the court.

(6) Except for good cause, the court shall:

(i) Hold the hearing within 15 days after the State’s Attorney’s presentment to the court of the written request of the correctional employee or the correctional employee’s representative; and

(ii) Issue an order granting or denying the request within 3 days after the conclusion of the hearing.

(e) The correctional employee shall be notified of the results of the test for the presence of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) conducted under the provisions of this section.

(f) The notification required under subsection (e) of this section shall:

(1) Be made within 48 hours of confirmation of the incarcerated individual’s diagnosis;

(2) Include subsequent written confirmation of the possible exposure to human immunodeficiency virus (HIV); and

(3) To the extent possible, be made in a manner that will protect the confidentiality of the correctional employee and the incarcerated individual.

(g) If the results of the blood sample test are positive for the presence of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), then the correctional employee and the incarcerated individual shall be provided appropriate counseling.

(h) All correctional institutions shall develop written procedures to carry out the provisions of this section.

(i) A health care provider acting in good faith to provide notification in accordance with this section may not be held liable in any cause of action related to a breach of patient confidentiality.

(j) A health care provider acting in good faith to provide notification in accordance with this section may not be held liable in any cause of action for:

(1) The failure to give the required notice, if the correctional employee fails to properly initiate the notification procedures developed by the correctional institution under subsection (h) of this section; or

(2) The failure of the managing official of the correctional institution within which the correctional employee is employed to subsequently notify the correctional employee of the possible exposure to human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).

(k) A health care provider may not be held liable in any cause of action related to obtaining a blood sample or performing and interpreting an approved HIV test without the incarcerated individual’s informed consent.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 18-1903 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 18 / Subtitle 19 / Section 18-1903
§18–1903.
Status: in_force

(a) A license holder or agent or employee of the license holder may sell alcoholic beverages only in a room having at least one plain glass window or door that allows an individual standing on the outside to observe the interior of the licensed premises during all hours of operation.

(b) During all hours of operation, the view afforded by the window or door may not be obstructed.

(c) (1) A license holder may install a protective covering over an exterior door or window of the licensed premises if the covering is:

(i) used only when the licensed premises is not occupied;

(ii) designed to protect the licensed premises from unlawful intrusion or destruction; and

(iii) secured only from the exterior of the licensed premises.

(2) This subsection does not prevent an inspection and search of the licensed premises under § 6–202 of this article.

(d) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $250 or imprisonment or both.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 18-310 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 18 / Subtitle 3 / Section 18-310
§18–310.
Status: in_force

(a) Before the Secretary takes any final action under § 18-309 of this subtitle, the Secretary shall give the person against whom the action is contemplated an opportunity for a hearing before the Secretary.

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

(c) The hearing notice to be given to the person shall be sent by certified mail to the last known address of the person at least 10 business days before the hearing.

(d) The Secretary may administer oaths in connection with any proceeding under this section.

(e) The person may be represented at the hearing by counsel.

(f) If, after due notice, the person against whom the action is contemplated fails or refuses to appear, nevertheless, the Secretary may hear and determine the matter.
Md. Code, Education § 18-27A-01 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 27A / Section 18-27A-01
§18–27A–01.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Collaborative” means an agreement outlining commitments of a partnership among:

(1) At least one local school system;

(2) At least one employee organization representing employees of a local school system in accordance with Title 6, Subtitle 4 or Subtitle 5 of this article; and

(3) (i) At least one institution of higher education in the State; or

(ii) An alternative partnership model formed in accordance with § 18–27A–04(e) or (f) of this subtitle.

(c) “Noncertified education support professional” means a public school employee who is not:

(1) A certificated employee designated as part of a bargaining unit under Title 6, Subtitle 4 of this article;

(2) A managerial employee; or

(3) A confidential employee.

(d) “Program” means the Grow Your Own Educators Grant Program established under this subtitle.

(e) “Provisional teacher” means an individual employed by a local school system through a provisional contract as a conditional teacher.
Md. Code, State Finance and Procurement § 18-101 — MD Code / Article gsf / Title 18 / Subtitle 1 / Section 18-101
§18–101.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Commissioner” means the Commissioner of Labor and Industry.

(c) (1) “Employer” means a contractor or subcontractor that has a State contract for services valued at $100,000 or more.

(2) “Employer” does not include a contractor or subcontractor that:

(i) employs 10 or fewer employees; and

(ii) has a State contract for services valued at less than $500,000.

(d) “Living wage” means an hourly wage set as provided under § 18–103 of this title.

(e) “Tier 1 area” includes Montgomery County, Prince George’s County, Howard County, Anne Arundel County, Baltimore County, and Baltimore City.

(f) “Tier 2 area” includes any county in the State not included in the Tier 1 area.
Md. Code, Land Use § 18-302 — MD Code / Article glu / Title 18 / Subtitle 3 / Section 18-302
§18–302.
Status: in_force

The taxes imposed under this subtitle shall be imposed on property assessed for the purpose of county taxation.
Md. Code, Education § 18-19C-08 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 19C / Section 18-19C-08
§18–19C–08.
Status: in_force

(a) The Legislative Auditor shall audit the Maryland ABLE Program as provided under Title 2, Subtitle 12 of the State Government Article.

(b) The State Treasurer shall obtain an annual audit report from a service provider within 6 months of the end of the reporting period of the service provider.
Md. Code, Education § 18-1807 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 18 / Section 18-1807
§18–1807.
Status: in_force

(a) The grant recipient may use the grant for:

(1) The development of competency based instructional programs that incorporate industry skills and that are based on generally accepted models within the industry;

(2) The development of performance assessment systems that are tied to industry standards that demonstrate mastery of skills with a formal credential;

(3) The coordination of work site and on–the–job training; and

(4) To the extent not provided by the educational institution attended by the student or by any other entity, the costs of tuition, books, fees, and materials used in the training program.

(b) Funds for the costs of the administration of the program shall be as provided by the Governor in the annual budget.

(c) The grant recipient shall:

(1) Submit periodic reports to the Secretary of Labor summarizing its activities under the program;

(2) Meet and consult with the Secretary about the program; and

(3) Make available to the Secretary for inspection, the recipient’s books, accounts, and other records associated with the program at such times as are mutually agreed upon by the parties.
Md. Code, Health - General § 18-307 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 18 / Subtitle 3 / Section 18-307
§18–307.
Status: in_force

(a) This section does not apply to a woman who objects to a standard serological syphilis test because the test is against the religious beliefs and practices of the woman.

(b) (1) The health care provider attending a woman for pregnancy shall submit to a medical laboratory:

(i) A blood sample taken from the woman at the time that the health care provider first examines the woman;

(ii) A blood sample taken from the woman in the third trimester at:

1. The prenatal visit at 28 weeks of gestation; or

2. The first prenatal visit after 28 weeks of gestation; and

(iii) 1. A blood sample taken from the woman who delivers a live born infant at the time of delivery; or

2. A blood sample taken from the woman who delivers a stillborn infant:

A. At 20 weeks of gestation or later; or

B. Weighing at least 500 grams.

(2) The medical laboratory to which a blood sample is submitted shall do a standard serological syphilis test that is approved by the Department.

(c) A hospital shall determine the syphilis serologic status of the mother before discharging the newborn for the purposes of neonatal evaluation and treatment.

(d) The Department may adopt rules, regulations, and standards under this section.
Md. Code, Public Utilities § 18-122 — MD Code / Article gpu / Title 18 / Subtitle 1 / Section 18-122
§18–122.
Status: in_force

(a) An employee who is laid off because a position has been abolished, discontinued, or vacated because of a change in departmental organization or because of a stoppage or lack of work shall be placed on the eligible list for the classification of position from which the employee is laid off.

(b) If a vacancy occurs in the employee’s merit system position, the employee shall be reemployed in preference to any eligible individual who is not an employee of the Commission.
Md. Code, Education § 18-1917 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 19 / Section 18-1917
§18–1917.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Except as provided in paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection and notwithstanding any other provision of law, an account holder or a qualified beneficiary may file a claim arising from the administration of the Trust with the State Treasurer, as fiduciary of the Trust.

(2) A claim may be filed only by an account holder or a qualified beneficiary for an account that was open and existing on or after November 1, 2021, by:

(i) An account holder; or

(ii) A qualified beneficiary for a distribution that was made to the qualified beneficiary or to an eligible educational institution on the beneficiary’s behalf.

(3) Any claim brought under this section shall be subject to the exclusions and limitations set forth in this subtitle.

(b) A claim filed in accordance with subsection (a) of this section shall be filed:

(1) For a claim relating to the updated terms included in the disclosure statement for the Trust that went into effect November 1, 2021:

(i) Not sooner than the date of the notice to account holders required by subsection (j)(2)(i) of this section; and

(ii) Not later than December 31, 2023; or

(2) For all other claims, 1 year after the date the claim arises.

(c) A claim under this section shall:

(1) Contain a concise statement of facts that sets forth the nature of the claim;

(2) State the name, address, telephone number, and e–mail address, if any, of the claimant;

(3) State the Prepaid Trust account number to which the claim relates;

(4) Contain any other information required to be set forth in a claim by any procedures or regulations adopted by the State Treasurer in accordance with subsection (j) of this section;

(5) State the name, address, telephone number, and e–mail address of the legal representative or counsel for the claimant, if any; and

(6) Be signed by the claimant, or the legal representative or counsel for the claimant.

(d) (1) Subject to paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection, the State Treasurer shall:

(i) Investigate the claim;

(ii) Approve or deny the claim in whole or in part; and

(iii) Notify the claimant, or the legal representative or counsel for the claimant, if any, in writing of the final determination.

(2) In the exercise of the State Treasurer’s fiduciary duties, the State Treasurer may:

(i) Delegate, wholly or partly, this responsibility, provided that any delegate shall be a fiduciary with respect to making a final determination of a claim; and

(ii) Contract for any support services that are needed to carry out this responsibility.

(3) For claims relating to the updated terms included in the disclosure statement for the Trust that went into effect November 1, 2021, to the extent practicable, the State Treasurer shall prioritize the processing of claims of account holders who:

(i) Have sought distributions for qualified higher education expenses before June 1, 2023; or

(ii) Will be seeking distributions for qualified higher education expenses for the fall of calendar year 2023.

(e) Each final determination made by the State Treasurer in accordance with this section shall be made:

(1) Independently and in the State Treasurer’s role as fiduciary to the Trust; and

(2) Solely considering the interests of all of the account holders and qualified beneficiaries under the Trust.

(f) Acceptance of a settlement by a claimant:

(1) With respect to a claim brought in accordance with subsection (b)(1) of this section, shall be conditioned on an agreement of the account holder to transfer all funds in the account to any other qualified state tuition program; and

(2) Is, as to that claimant and any qualified beneficiary of the account to which the claim relates:

(i) Final; and

(ii) A complete release of each claim arising from the administration of the Trust against:

1. The State;

2. Each of its units;

3. All State personnel; and

4. The Trust.

(g) The State Treasurer, as fiduciary of the Trust:

(1) Makes the final determination with respect to claims submitted in accordance with this section; and

(2) Is exempt from the provisions of Title 10, Subtitles 2 and 3 of the State Government Article.

(h) Any claim by an account holder or a qualified beneficiary arising from the administration of the Trust shall be made solely against the assets of the Trust.

(i) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, this section provides the exclusive remedy for a claim against the assets of the Trust.

(j) (1) The State Treasurer shall:

(i) For claims brought in accordance with subsection (b)(1) of this section, establish procedures to implement the claim process established in this section for those claims; and

(ii) For all other claims, adopt regulations for the claim process established in this section.

(2) The State Treasurer shall provide notice to account holders within 10 business days of:

(i) The establishment of the procedures described in this subsection; and

(ii) The adoption of regulations in accordance with this subsection.
Md. Code, Education § 18-306 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 3 / Section 18-306
§18–306.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to the provisions of subsection (c) of this section, each recipient of a Delegate Howard P. Rawlings Educational Excellence Award may hold the award for 4 years if the recipient:

(1) Continues to be a resident of this State;

(2) Continues to be a full–time student at an eligible institution and takes at least 12 semester hours of courses each semester, or its equivalent as determined by the Office;

(3) In the judgment of the institution, is making satisfactory progress toward a degree; and

(4) Maintains the standards of the institution.

(b) Each recipient of a Delegate Howard P. Rawlings Educational Excellence Award who is enrolled in an associate degree program as permitted in § 18–303(a)(1) of this subtitle may hold the award for 2 years if the same conditions of subsection (a) of this section are met.

(c) Each recipient of a Delegate Howard P. Rawlings Educational Excellence Award may hold the award for a 5th year if the recipient continues to satisfy the requirements under subsection (a) of this section and:

(1) Is enrolled in an academic program that, as determined by the institution, requires 5 years to complete; or

(2) Provides evidence, satisfactory to the Office, of extenuating financial, academic, or other circumstances that prevent the recipient from completing the academic program in 4 years.

(d) Each recipient of a Delegate Howard P. Rawlings Educational Excellence Award who is enrolled in an associate degree program as permitted in § 18–303(a)(1) of this subtitle may hold the award for a 3rd year if the recipient:

(1) Continues to satisfy the requirements under subsection (a) of this section; and

(2) Provides evidence, satisfactory to the Office, of extenuating financial, academic, or other circumstances that prevent the recipient from completing the academic program in 2 years.
Md. Code, Insurance § 18-106 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 18 / Subtitle 1 / Section 18-106
§18–106.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) A carrier shall provide to each applicant an outline of coverage and buyer’s guide.

(2) The carrier shall deliver the outline of coverage and buyer’s guide:

(i) in the case of solicitation by the carrier or insurance producer of the carrier, before the presentation of an application or enrollment form; and

(ii) in the case of direct response solicitation, with the application or enrollment form.

(b) The outline of coverage shall include:

(1) a description of the principal benefits and coverage provided in the policy or contract;

(2) a statement of the principal exclusions, reductions, and limitations in the policy or contract;

(3) a statement of the renewal provisions, including any reservation in the policy or contract of a right to change the schedule of premiums;

(4) a statement that the outline of coverage is a summary of the policy or contract issued or applied for and the policy or contract should be consulted to determine the governing contractual provisions; and

(5) any expected premium increases or additional premiums to pay for automatic or optional benefit increases, including a reasonable hypothetical or graphic demonstration of the potential premiums that the applicant will need to pay at age 75 for benefit increases.

(c) The buyer’s guide shall include information about buying a policy of long–term care insurance, including a reference to the right of the buyer to cancel a policy during the first 30 days after the policy is delivered.

(d) A carrier shall provide an applicant with a graphic comparison, over a period of at least 20 years, of the benefit levels of a policy that increases benefits over the policy or certificate period compared to the benefit levels of a policy that does not increase benefits.
Md. Code, Health - General § 18-9A-01 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 18 / Subtitle 9A / Section 18-9A-01
§18–9A–01.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “COVID–19” means, interchangeably and collectively, the coronavirus known as COVID–19 or 2019–nCoV and the SARS–CoV–2 virus.

(c) “COVID–19 test” means an in vitro diagnostic test for the detection of SARS–CoV–2 or the diagnosis of the virus that causes COVID–19, as described in § 3201 of the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act.
Md. Code, Education § 18-2201 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 22 / Section 18-2201
§18–2201.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Eligible institution” means a:

(1) Public senior higher education institution in the State that possesses a certificate of approval from the Commission and has a department, school, or college of education; or

(2) Private nonprofit institution of higher education in the State that possesses a certificate of approval from the Commission, has a department, school, or college of education, and agrees to provide a matching grant to an undergraduate or graduate student, as appropriate, who receives a Teaching Fellows for Maryland scholarship in the lesser of:

(i) 100% of the annual cost of tuition and mandatory fees at the University of Maryland, College Park Campus; or

(ii) 50% of the cost of tuition and mandatory fees at the private nonprofit institution of higher education.

(c) (1) “Service obligation” means to teach full time in the State as a teacher in a Maryland public school or a public prekindergarten program:

(i) That is in a high–needs school, as identified by the Department; or

(ii) In a grade level or content area in which there is a shortage of qualified educators, as identified by the Department.

(2) “Service obligation” does not mean employment as teaching assistants, volunteer service, paid fellowships, or internships.
Md. Code, Education § 18-28A-05 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 28A / Section 18-28A-05
§18–28A–05.
Status: in_force

As part of the annual report required under § 18–1505 of this title, the Office shall include information regarding implementation of the Program, including:

(1) The amount of money allocated for the Program;

(2) The number of awards made and amounts of the awards; and

(3) The number of applicants denied an award.
Md. Code, Education § 18-1502 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 15 / Section 18-1502
§18–1502.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a program of loan assistance repayment known as the Janet L. Hoffman Loan Assistance Repayment Program in the State.

(b) The Office of Student Financial Assistance shall assist in the repayment of the amount of any higher education loan owed by an individual who:

(1) (i) Receives a graduate, professional, or undergraduate degree from:

1. A college or university in the State of Maryland;

2. A school of law;

3. For a mental health professional, any accredited college or university; or

4. For a veterinary practitioner or veterinary technician, any accredited veterinary college or university; or

(ii) Receives a Resident Teacher Certificate (RTC) from the Department after completing an alternative teaching preparation program approved by the State Superintendent;

(2) Obtains eligible employment;

(3) Receives an income that is less than the maximum eligible total income levels established by the Office, including any additional sources of income; and

(4) Satisfies any other criteria established by the Office.

(c) Subject to the provisions of subsection (b) of this section, the Office shall assist in the repayment of the amount of any higher education loan owed by a:

(1) Public school teacher in the State who:

(i) Has taught in Maryland for at least 2 years:

1. In science, technology, engineering, fine arts, or math subjects;

2. In a school in which at least the following percentages of the students are enrolled in the free and reduced price lunch program in the State:

A. 75% through June 30, 2025; and

B. 55% beginning July 1, 2025; or

3. In a school that:

A. Had Title I status during the 2018–2019 school year;

B. Lost Title I status after the 2018–2019 school year; and

C. Participates in the United States Department of Agriculture Community Eligibility Provision; and

(ii) Has received a performance evaluation rating for the most recent year available in the county in which the teacher taught;

(2) Mental health professional who has provided mental health services in a public school for at least 2 years as an employee of:

(i) A county school system; or

(ii) A local health department through an agreement with a county board; or

(3) Nurse who has been a school nurse for at least 2 years.

(d) Subject to the provisions of subsection (b) of this section, the Office shall assist in the repayment of the amount of any higher education loan owed by:

(1) A veterinarian practitioner who has provided veterinary services as:

(i) An employee in the State for a period not less than 5 years; or

(ii) A volunteer for a minimum of 100 hours per year for a period not less than 3 years at an animal shelter that is owned by:

1. A local government;

2. An organization contracted to perform animal control services for a local government; or

3. An organization that shelters animals and was a recipient of the Maryland Spay and Neuter Grants Program during the prior year; or

(2) A veterinary technician who has provided veterinary technician services as:

(i) An employee in the State for a period not less than 5 years; or

(ii) A volunteer for a minimum of 100 hours per year for a period not less than 3 years at an animal shelter that is owned by:

1. A local government;

2. An organization contracted to perform animal control services for a local government; or

3. An organization that shelters animals and was a recipient of the Maryland Spay and Neuter Grants Program during the prior year.

(e) (1) A grant awarded under subsection (c) of this section shall be known as the Nancy Grasmick Public School Professional Award.

(2) A recipient of a Nancy Grasmick Public School Professional Award shall be known as a Nancy Grasmick Public School Professional Scholar.

(f) An applicant for assistance in the repayment of a commercial loan shall demonstrate to the Office that the commercial loan was used for tuition, educational expenses, or living expenses for graduate or undergraduate study.

(g) Assistance in the repayment of a loan from an entity set forth in § 18–1501(c)(2) of this subtitle shall require the approval of the Office.

(h) Subject to the provisions of subsection (b) of this section, the Office shall assist in the repayment of the amount of any higher education loan owed by a licensed clinical alcohol and drug counselor, a licensed clinical marriage and family therapy counselor, or a licensed clinical professional counselor whose practice is located in a high–need geographic area of the State as determined by the Maryland Department of Health.
Md. Code, Education § 18-19A-04.1 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 19A / Section 18-19A-04.1
§18–19A–04.
Status: in_force

§18–19A–04.1.

(a) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, for investment accounts established after December 31, 2016, a State contribution may be made to not more than two investment accounts for each qualified beneficiary as provided in this section if:

(i) The qualified beneficiary of the investment account and the account holder are Maryland residents;

(ii) The account holder is at least 18 years old for applications filed on or after January 1, 2022;

(iii) The account holder submits an application to the State Treasurer or the State Treasurer’s designee between January 1 and June 1 of each year;

(iv) The account holder has Maryland adjusted gross income in the previous taxable year no greater than $112,500 for an individual or $175,000 for a married couple filing a joint return;

(v) The account holder files income taxes on or before July 15 of each year; and

(vi) The qualified beneficiary is under the age of 26 years in the calendar year before the account holder submits an application.

(2) For State contribution application periods after December 31, 2020, a qualified beneficiary may not receive more than two State contributions for each year the qualified beneficiary is eligible for the State contribution under this section.

(b) (1) An application may be made in person, online, or by mail.

(2) The State Treasurer shall develop:

(i) An application form that:

1. Includes permission for confirming Maryland taxable income with the Comptroller; and

2. Allows for certification of Maryland residency;

(ii) A procedure to certify the date and time of receipt of an application; and

(iii) Any other necessary procedures for the submittal of applications.

(c) (1) For an account holder with Maryland adjusted gross income of less than $50,000 for an individual or $75,000 for a married couple filing a joint return who contributes at least $25 per beneficiary during the contribution period in subsection (e) of this section, the State shall provide an additional $500 per beneficiary.

(2) For an account holder with Maryland adjusted gross income of at least $50,000 but less than $87,500 for an individual or at least $75,000 but less than $125,000 for a married couple filing a joint return who contributes at least $100 per beneficiary during the contribution period in subsection (e) of this section, the State shall provide an additional $500 per beneficiary.

(3) For an account holder with Maryland adjusted gross income of at least $87,500 but no greater than $112,500 for an individual or at least $125,000 but no greater than $175,000 for a married couple filing a joint return who contributes at least $250 per beneficiary during the contribution period in subsection (e) of this section, the State shall provide an additional $250 per beneficiary.

(d) (1) The Governor shall include in the annual budget bill an appropriation of at least $3,000,000 in each fiscal year.

(2) If the funding provided in a fiscal year is not sufficient to fully fund all State contributions authorized under this section, the State Treasurer shall:

(i) Provide contributions in the order in which applications are received; and

(ii) Give priority to applications of account holders who have not received a contribution.

(e) (1) An account holder shall contribute at least the amount specified under subsection (c) of this section on or before November 1 of each year in order to qualify for the State contribution.

(2) A State contribution shall be made by December 31 of the calendar year in which the account holder made the contribution.

(f) (1) An account holder is not eligible for the subtraction modification under § 10–208 of the Tax – General Article for any taxable year in which the account holder receives a State contribution.

(2) An account holder may qualify for not more than $9,000 in State contributions through the lifetime of the account holder.

(g) (1) The State Treasurer shall utilize an outreach and marketing plan to provide notification to individuals about the availability of a State contribution.

(2) The outreach and marketing plan shall:

(i) Make use of a variety of marketing media, including billboards, brochures, and electronic resources; and

(ii) Provide a centralized contact point for individuals to obtain information about opening an account and the availability of a State contribution.

(h) The State Treasurer may adopt any regulations that the State Treasurer considers necessary to carry out the provisions of this section.
Md. Code, Local Government § 18-102 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 18 / Subtitle 1 / Section 18-102
§18–102.
Status: in_force

(a) The General Assembly finds that:

(1) unemployment conditions exist in certain areas of the State;

(2) the establishment of vehicle parking facilities under this subtitle is necessary to relieve the unemployment conditions and establish a balanced economy in these areas; and

(3) the present and prospective health, happiness, safety, right of gainful employment, and general welfare in these areas will be promoted by the establishment of vehicle parking facilities under this subtitle.

(b) The General Assembly recognizes that, for certain areas of the State, this subtitle is necessary to:

(1) relieve unemployment conditions;

(2) encourage industrial growth and a balanced economy;

(3) help retain existing industries;

(4) promote economic development; and

(5) promote health, welfare, and safety.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 18-1902.1 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 18 / Subtitle 19 / Section 18-1902.1
§18–1902.
Status: in_force

§18–1902.1.

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

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

(2) be present on the licensed premises at all times when alcoholic beverages may be sold.

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

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

(2) for each subsequent offense, a fine not exceeding $500 or a suspension or revocation of the license or both.
Md. Code, Education § 18-3202 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 32 / Section 18-3202
§18–3202.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Maryland Loan Assistance Repayment Program for Foster Care Recipients in the State.

(b) The Office shall assist in the repayment of higher education loans owed by a foster care recipient who:

(1) Is employed for a minimum of 20 hours per week by the State or a county or municipality of the State;

(2) Received an undergraduate or a graduate degree from an institution of higher education in the State; and

(3) Meets any other requirement established by the Office.

(c) An applicant for assistance in the repayment of a commercial loan shall demonstrate to the Office that the commercial loan was used for tuition, educational expenses, or living expenses for undergraduate or graduate study.

(d) Assistance in the repayment of a loan from an entity set forth in § 18–1601(c)(2) of this title shall require the approval of the Office.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 18-201 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 18 / Subtitle 2 / Section 18-201
§18–201.
Status: in_force

There is a Board of License Commissioners for Charles County.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 18-317 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 18 / Subtitle 3 / Section 18-317
§18–317.
Status: in_force

For reasons the Board considers sufficient, and on the affirmative vote of a majority of its members then serving, the Board may:

(1) Reinstate a license or registration that has been revoked;

(2) Reduce the period of a suspension; or

(3) Withdraw a reprimand.
Md. Code, Education § 18-2101 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 21 / Section 18-2101
§18–2101.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “HBCU” means the following historically black colleges and universities:

(1) Bowie State University;

(2) Coppin State University;

(3) Morgan State University; and

(4) University of Maryland Eastern Shore.

(c) “Program” means the James Proctor Scholarship Program.
Md. Code, Education § 18-1906.1 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 19 / Section 18-1906.1
§18–1906.
Status: in_force

§18–1906.1.

(a) If the current prepaid contract obligations of the Trust exceed the market value of Trust assets, at the request of the State Treasurer, the Governor shall include in the annual budget bill submitted to the General Assembly an appropriation in the amount determined under subsection (b) of this section.

(b) The appropriation to be included in the budget bill under subsection (a) of this section shall equal the difference between the current prepaid contract obligations and the market value of Trust assets.

(c) For purposes of this section, the current prepaid contract obligations and the market value of Trust assets:

(1) Shall be determined as of June 30 of the calendar year that ended before the beginning of the fiscal year for which the appropriation is requested; and

(2) Shall be verified by the report of the independent outside auditor required under § 18–1916 of this subtitle.

(d) (1) The amount appropriated under this section shall be deposited into the Trust.

(2) All amounts paid into the Trust under this section shall constitute and be accounted for as advances to the Trust.

(3) Subject to the rights of the Trust’s contract holders, amounts appropriated under this section shall be repaid to the State without interest in equal amounts in each of the next 2 fiscal years succeeding the one for which the appropriation was made.

(4) If the appropriation in the State budget as enacted by the General Assembly is less than the amount specified under subsection (b) of this section, the State Treasurer may adjust the terms of subsequent or current prepaid contracts to ensure continued actuarial soundness of the Trust.
Md. Code, Health - General § 18-320 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 18 / Subtitle 3 / Section 18-320
§18–320.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in subsection (e) of this section, an apparently healthy dog, cat, or ferret that has been adequately vaccinated against rabies in accordance with § 18-318 of this subtitle or any other animal that bites a human or otherwise exposes a human to rabies shall be quarantined as provided in subsection (b) of this section.

(b) An animal under quarantine shall be quarantined in a place, which may include the residence of the owner, in the manner designated by the local health officer or the public health veterinarian for a suitable period as determined by the health officer or the public health veterinarian.

(c) (1) At any time during the quarantine period, the public health veterinarian or local health officer may order the owner of a biting animal to have the animal monitored for rabies by a licensed veterinarian.

(2) The owner of the animal shall pay for the cost of any examination or other associated cost.

(d) An animal under quarantine may not be moved from the place of quarantine without the written permission of the local health officer or public health veterinarian.

(e) The public health veterinarian or local health officer or the designee of the public health veterinarian or local health officer may order the immediate and humane destruction of a biting animal for rabies testing if:

(1) It is necessary to preserve human health;

(2) A licensed veterinarian determines that a quarantined animal is inhumanely suffering; or

(3) The animal is considered wild and is not claimed by an owner within 24 hours.
Md. Code, Education § 18-3803 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 38 / Section 18-3803
§18–3803.
Status: in_force

(a) Each year, the Office shall select eligible students and offer a scholarship to each student selected to be used at an eligible institution of the student’s choice.

(b) A recipient of the Maryland Police Officers and Probation Agents Scholarship shall:

(1) Be a Maryland resident or have graduated from a Maryland high school;

(2) Be accepted for admission or currently enrolled at an eligible institution as a full–time or part–time undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a course of study or program that would further the recipient’s career;

(3) Sign a letter of intent to perform the service obligation on completion of the recipient’s required studies; and

(4) Satisfy any additional criteria the Commission may establish.

(c) A current police officer or probation agent shall be eligible for a Maryland Police Officers and Probation Agents Scholarship if they meet the eligibility criteria under subsection (b) of this section.
Md. Code, Education § 18-3702 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 37 / Section 18-3702
§18–3702.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Maryland Loan Assistance Repayment Program for Police Officers and Probation Agents in the State.

(b) The Office shall distribute funds from the Program to assist in the repayment of a higher education loan owed by a police officer or probation agent who:

(1) Receives a graduate, professional, or undergraduate degree from a public college or university in the State;

(2) Obtains eligible employment; and

(3) Satisfies any other criteria established by the Office.
Md. Code, Health - General § 18-404 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 18 / Subtitle 4 / Section 18-404
§18–404.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Employee” means an individual employed full–time or part–time directly, through contract with another entity, or as an independent contractor, by a related institution.

(3) “Medically contraindicated” means that a medical treatment is potentially detrimental to the health of the individual intended to be treated.

(4) “Related institution” has the meaning provided under § 19–301 of this article.

(b) (1) Subject to subsection (e) of this section, each related institution in the State shall immunize residents against the influenza virus and pneumococcal disease.

(2) Subject to subsection (e) of this section, each related institution in the State shall immunize employees against the influenza virus.

(3) Before an immunization under this section is administered, the related institution shall obtain written consent to administer the immunization from:

(i) The resident or employee receiving the immunization; or

(ii) The legal guardian of the resident receiving the immunization.

(c) Each related institution shall conduct the immunizations required under subsection (b) of this section:

(1) In accordance with the recommendations established by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Process of the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that are in effect at the time the related institution conducts the immunizations; and

(2) By December 1 of each year that the immunization is required.

(d) A related institution that accepts an individual as a new resident or accepts an individual as a new employee after December 1 but before April 1 shall:

(1) Determine the individual’s status for immunization as required under subsection (b) of this section; and

(2) If necessary, provide or arrange for an immunization as required under subsection (b) of this section.

(e) A resident or employee is not required to receive a vaccine under this section if:

(1) The vaccine is medically contraindicated for the resident or employee;

(2) The vaccine is against the resident’s or employee’s religious beliefs; or

(3) After being fully informed by the related institution of the health risks associated with not receiving a vaccine, the resident or employee refuses the vaccine.

(f) (1) (i) Each related institution shall document the annual immunization against influenza virus and immunization against pneumococcal disease received by each resident in the resident’s medical record.

(ii) Each related institution shall document the annual immunization against influenza virus received by each employee in the employee’s personnel file.

(2) If a resident or employee refuses to be immunized as required under subsection (b) of this section, the related institution shall document the refusal and the reason for the refusal.

(g) Each related institution shall:

(1) Notify each prospective resident and each prospective employee of the immunization requirements of this section and request that the resident or employee agree to be immunized in accordance with subsection (b)(3) of this section; and

(2) Make available to all residents and employees of the related institution educational and informational materials relating to immunization against influenza virus and immunization against pneumococcal disease.
Md. Code, Education § 18-3201 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 32 / Section 18-3201
§18–3201.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Foster care recipient” means an individual who was placed in an out–of–home placement by a state’s or unit of a state government’s department of social services for 3 years or more.

(c) “Higher education loan” means any loan for undergraduate or graduate study that is obtained for tuition, educational expenses, or living expenses from:

(1) An institution of higher education, government, or commercial source; or

(2) An organization, an institution, an association, a society, or a corporation that is exempt from taxation under § 501(c)(3) or (4) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.

(d) “Program” means the Maryland Loan Assistance Repayment Program for Foster Care Recipients.
Md. Code, Education § 18-305 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 3 / Section 18-305
§18–305.
Status: in_force

(a) A Delegate Howard P. Rawlings Educational Excellence Award may be used:

(1) At a degree granting institution of higher education, an eligible institution with an associate degree program that provides transfer credit for an accredited baccalaureate program, or a hospital diploma school for training registered nurses if the curriculum is approved by the Commission; and

(2) For educational expenses as defined by the Commission, including:

(i) Tuition and fees; and

(ii) Room and board.

(b) Except as provided in subsection (d) of this section, a Delegate Howard P. Rawlings Educational Excellence Award may be used at a school in another state if:

(1) There is a reciprocal agreement as provided in § 18–308 of this subtitle; and

(2) The school meets requirements of subsection (a)(1) of this section.

(c) Except as provided in subsection (d) of this section, a Delegate Howard P. Rawlings Educational Excellence Award may be used at a degree granting institution of higher education that is not in the State if:

(1) The applicant is a deaf or hearing impaired student attending an institution of higher education that makes special provisions for deaf and hearing impaired students; and

(2) Comparable special provisions are not available to the student at an institution of higher education in the State.

(d) The Office may not award more than 10% of the funds available for each of the types of grants awarded under this subtitle for use by students attending schools in another state and the District of Columbia.
Md. Code, Education § 18-3004 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 30 / Section 18-3004
§18–3004.
Status: in_force

(a) UMBC shall administer the Program.

(b) To carry out the purposes of the Program, UMBC, in collaboration with the Department of Commerce, shall:

(1) Utilize an Internet site through which:

(i) Students may learn about technology–based businesses, technology–based positions in units of State and local governments, and internship opportunities;

(ii) Technology–based businesses may register, post information about internship opportunities, and apply for reimbursement of internship stipends as provided under this subtitle; and

(iii) Units of State and local governments may register, post information about technology–based internship opportunities, and apply for reimbursement of internship stipends as provided under this subtitle;

(2) Develop application and registration requirements;

(3) Develop orientation and training programs for participants in the Program;

(4) Review applications and award reimbursements of internship stipends under this subtitle;

(5) Provide opportunities for students to meet entrepreneurs, visit technology–related industry incubators, and learn about starting a business in the State;

(6) Provide recruitment and training opportunities and support for participating businesses and units of State and local government; and

(7) Track and assess Program outcomes.
Md. Code, Education § 18-2206 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 22 / Section 18-2206
§18–2206.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, each recipient of a Teaching Fellows for Maryland scholarship may renew the award three times if the recipient:

(1) Continues to be a full–time or part–time undergraduate or graduate student at an eligible institution as determined by the Office; and

(2) Continues to make satisfactory progress toward a degree and maintains the standards of the institution.

(b) Each recipient of the Teaching Fellows for Maryland scholarship may renew the annual award four times if the recipient is enrolled in a course of study that, as determined by the institution, requires 5 years to complete.
Md. Code, State Government § 18-224 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 18 / Subtitle 2 / Section 18-224
§18–224.
Status: in_force

(a) A commission as notary public does not authorize an individual to:

(1) assist a person in drafting legal records, give legal advice, or otherwise practice law;

(2) act as an immigration consultant or an expert on immigration matters;

(3) represent a person in a judicial or administrative proceeding relating to immigration to the United States, United States citizenship, or related matters; or

(4) receive compensation for performing any of the activities listed in items (1) through (3) of this subsection.

(b) A notary public may not engage in false or deceptive advertising.

(c) A notary public may not use the term “notario” or “notario publico” unless the notary public is an attorney licensed to practice law in the State.

(d) (1) A notary public may not advertise or represent that the notary public may assist persons in drafting legal records, give legal advice, or otherwise practice law unless the notary public is an attorney licensed to practice law in the State.

(2) (i) If a notary public who is not an attorney licensed to practice law in the State in any manner advertises or represents that the notary public offers notarial services, whether orally or in a record, including broadcast media, print media, and the Internet, the notary public shall include the following statement, or an alternate statement authorized or required by the Secretary of State, in the advertisement or representation: “I am not an attorney licensed to practice law in this State. I am not allowed to draft legal records, give advice on legal matters, including immigration, or charge a fee for those activities.”.

(ii) The statement required under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph shall be included prominently and in each language used in the advertisement or representation.

(iii) If the form of advertisement or representation is not broadcast media, print media, or the Internet and does not allow inclusion of the statement required under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph because of size, the statement shall be prominently displayed or provided at the place of performance of the notarial act before the notarial act is performed.

(e) Except as otherwise allowed by law, a notary public may not withhold access to or possession of an original record provided by a person that seeks performance of a notarial act by the notary public.
Md. Code, Education § 18-2007 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 20 / Section 18-2007
§18–2007.
Status: in_force

The Office of Student Financial Assistance shall publicize the availability of Maryland Science and Technology Scholarships.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 18-1701 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 18 / Subtitle 17 / Section 18-1701
§18–1701.
Status: in_force

(a) The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 3 (“Transfer of Local Licenses; Substitution of Names on License”) of Division I of this article apply in the county without exception or variation:

(1) §�4–303�(“Chain store, supermarket, or discount house”);

(2) §�4–304�(“Compliance with Bulk Transfers Act required”); and

(3) §�4–306�(“Substitution of names of officers on license”).

(b) The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 3 (“Transfer of Local Licenses; Substitution of Names on License”) of Division I of this article apply in the county:

(1) §�4–302�(“Transfer of place of business; transfer of license and inventory”), subject to § 18–1702 of this subtitle; and

(2) §�4–305�(“Filing fee and endorsement”), subject to § 18–1703 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 18-101 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 18 / Subtitle 1 / Section 18-101
§18–101.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) This section does not apply to the laws that relate to the sale of alcoholic beverages.

(2) This section does not apply in Wicomico County.

(b) Subject to this section and § 3–704 of the Labor and Employment Article, a retail or wholesale establishment may do business on Sunday.

(c) Notwithstanding an agreement to the contrary between a merchant and landlord:

(1) the landlord may not directly or indirectly require the merchant to open the merchant’s place of business on Sunday; and

(2) a landlord may not directly or indirectly cancel or refuse to renew the merchant’s lease because the merchant refuses to open the merchant’s place of business on Sunday.

(d) Except in Howard, Montgomery, and Prince George’s counties, and except as provided in subsections (g), (h), and (i) of this section, a new or used car dealer may not sell, barter, deliver, give away, show, or offer for sale a motor vehicle or certificate of title for a motor vehicle on Sunday.

(e) In Anne Arundel County, a dealer may sell, barter, deliver, give away, show, or offer for sale on Sunday a new or used camping trailer, mobile home, or travel trailer, as those terms are defined in Title 11 of the Transportation Article.

(f) A new or used car dealer who violates subsection (d) of this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $10,000.

(g) In Anne Arundel County, Baltimore County, Harford County, and Worcester County, a dealer may sell, barter, deliver, give away, show, or offer for sale a motorcycle, as defined in § 11–136 of the Transportation Article, or certificate of title for a motorcycle on Sunday.

(h) In Baltimore City, a used car dealer may sell, barter, deliver, give away, show, or offer for sale a motor vehicle or certificate of title for a motor vehicle on Sunday, instead of Saturday, if the dealer notifies the Motor Vehicle Administration in advance that the dealer intends to conduct business on Sunday, instead of Saturday.

(i) In Charles County, the County Commissioners, after a public hearing, may adopt an ordinance authorizing a new or used car dealer to sell, barter, deliver, give away, show, or offer for sale a motor vehicle or certificate of title for a motor vehicle on Sunday.
Md. Code, Education § 18-304 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 3 / Section 18-304
§18–304.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “academic year” means:

(1) The fall, spring, and summer semesters; and

(2) Any semester shorter in length than the term of a regular semester.

(b) (1) An institution of higher education shall determine the amount of each Guaranteed Access Award based on the financial need of the applicant.

(2) In determining the amount of financial need, the institution of higher education shall consider regional cost–of–living differences.

(3) In determining the percent of financial need used to calculate an award for a community college student receiving a Guaranteed Access Award, the institution of higher education shall use not less than 60%.

(c) (1) Except as provided in paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection, a Delegate Howard P. Rawlings Educational Excellence Award may be awarded in $100 increments.

(2) (i) The amount of an Educational Assistance Grant made to a student in the student’s first 2 academic years of enrollment may not be less than $400 or more than $3,000.

(ii) Beginning in the third academic year of enrollment and for each academic year thereafter:

1. If the student successfully completed at least 30 credits in the prior academic year, the amount of an Educational Assistance Grant made to a student may not be less than $400 or more than $3,000; or

2. If the student successfully completed at least 24 but less than 30 credits in the prior academic year, the award amount shall be equal to the amount the student would have otherwise received multiplied by the ratio of the number of credits successfully completed divided by 30.

(3) (i) All applicants who fulfill the requirements established in § 18–303(a) and (b) of this subtitle shall receive a Guaranteed Access Grant.

(ii) Except as provided in subparagraph (iv) of this paragraph, the amount of a Guaranteed Access Grant made to a student in the student’s first 2 academic years of enrollment shall be equal to 100 percent of the student’s financial need as determined by the institution of higher education, not to exceed the equivalent annual expenses of a full–time resident undergraduate at the 4–year public institution of higher education within the University System of Maryland, other than the University of Maryland Global Campus and University of Maryland, Baltimore Campus, with the highest annual expenses for a full–time resident undergraduate.

(iii) Except as provided in subparagraph (iv) of this paragraph, beginning in the third academic year of enrollment and for each academic year thereafter:

1. If the student successfully completed at least 30 credits in the prior academic year, the award amount shall be equal to 100 percent of the student’s financial need as determined by the institution of higher education, not to exceed the equivalent annual expenses of a full–time resident undergraduate at the 4–year public institution of higher education within the University System of Maryland, other than the University of Maryland Global Campus and University of Maryland, Baltimore Campus, with the highest annual expenses for a full–time resident undergraduate; or

2. If the student successfully completed at least 24 but less than 30 credits in the prior academic year, the award amount shall be equal to 100 percent multiplied by the ratio of the number of credits successfully completed divided by 30.

(iv) If a recipient of a Guaranteed Access Grant becomes ineligible because of a change in family income, the recipient shall remain eligible for the full award for the full award term applicable to the recipient under this subtitle if the recipient remains eligible to receive a federal Pell Grant.

(d) Each institution of higher education shall include in the financial aid award notification to a student the availability of the Educational Assistance Award administered by the Office, including:

(1) A description of the Office and the Educational Assistance Award;

(2) Information on Educational Assistance Award timelines; and

(3) A point of contact at the Office for students.

(e) Beginning in fiscal year 2024 and each fiscal year thereafter, the Governor shall include in the annual budget bill an appropriation of at least $112,000,000 for Delegate Howard P. Rawlings Educational Excellence Awards made under this subtitle.
Md. Code, Health - General § 18-902 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 18 / Subtitle 9 / Section 18-902
§18–902.
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary may exercise the authority granted in this subtitle to:

(1) Continuously evaluate and modify existing disease surveillance procedures in order to detect a catastrophic health emergency;

(2) Investigate actual or potential exposures to a deadly agent; and

(3) Treat, prevent, or reduce the spread of the disease or outbreak believed to have been caused by the exposure to a deadly agent.
Md. Code, Local Government § 18-106 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 18 / Subtitle 1 / Section 18-106
§18–106.
Status: in_force

A county or municipality may:

(1) amend the authority’s charter through local law if the amendment is filed with the Department of Assessments and Taxation, the Department of Legislative Services, and the Secretary of State; or

(2) change the structure or activity of or terminate the authority, unless the change or termination would impair an obligation of the authority under a pre–existing contract.
Md. Code, Public Utilities § 18-121 — MD Code / Article gpu / Title 18 / Subtitle 1 / Section 18-121
§18–121.
Status: in_force

(a) The Commission may suspend an employee for disciplinary purposes for up to 30 days.

(b) Each suspension shall be without pay.

(c) An employee may not be suspended for disciplinary purposes for more than 30 days in a calendar year.
Md. Code, Education § 18-27A-05 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 27A / Section 18-27A-05
§18–27A–05.
Status: in_force

The Governor may include in the annual budget bill an appropriation for the Program.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 18-1503 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 18 / Subtitle 15 / Section 18-1503
§18–1503.
Status: in_force

Multiple licenses may be issued for the same premises or to an individual for the use of that individual, a partnership, a corporation, an unincorporated association, or a limited liability company if:

(1) the licenses are Class D beer or Class D beer and light wine licenses; and

(2) each premises is a bowling establishment that has at least 30 lanes with automatic pinsetters.
Md. Code, Local Government § 18-101 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 18 / Subtitle 1 / Section 18-101
§18–101.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Authority” means a parking authority established under this subtitle.

(c) “Bond” means a revenue bond issued by an authority under this subtitle.

(d) “Property” includes any interest in real or personal property.
Md. Code, Education § 18-108 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 1 / Section 18-108
§18–108.
Status: in_force

Any college student or other individual, who is under 18 years old and is eligible for or is receiving benefits from any State scholarship, loan, tuition grant, remission of fixed charges, fellowship, federal or State student loan program, or any other student financial assistance:

(1) May execute notes, contracts, or agreements necessary to obtain these benefits in the same manner and with the same effect as though he were 18 years old; and

(2) May not assert the disability of infancy as a defense in any action brought against him with respect to these benefits.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 18-3A-05 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 18 / Subtitle 3A / Section 18-3A-05
§18–3A–05.
Status: in_force

(a) The Secretary shall register each applicant who meets the requirements of this subtitle.

(b) The Secretary shall include on each registration that the Secretary issues:

(1) the full name of the registrant;

(2) the current address of the registrant;

(3) the date of issuance of the registration; and

(4) the date on which the registration expires.

(c) For all registrations other than temporary registrations, the Secretary shall issue to each registrant a pocket identification card that includes:

(1) a photograph of the registrant, supplied by the registrant; and

(2) the expiration date of the registrant’s registration.

(d) Each registrant shall give the Secretary written notice of any change of address within 10 business days after the change.
Md. Code, Education § 18-2403 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 24 / Section 18-2403
§18–2403.
Status: in_force

(a) The Office shall administer the Program with the assistance of the Maryland Department of Health, Office of Oral Health.

(b) The Maryland Department of Health, Office of Oral Health shall:

(1) Recruit dentists and dental hygienists to participate in the Program;

(2) Determine if the private practice or clinical setting in which an applicant will practice is located near or readily accessible to underserved Maryland Medical Assistance Program recipients and if the applicant qualifies for the Program;

(3) Determine if each dentist participant or, for each dental hygienist participant, each office in which the participant works meets the Program requirements and serves the required number of Maryland Medical Assistance Program recipients; and

(4) Notify the Office of any findings made in accordance with the provisions of this subsection.
Md. Code, Education § 18-2209 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 22 / Section 18-2209
§18–2209.
Status: in_force

The Governor annually shall include in the annual budget bill an appropriation of at least the following amounts for the Commission to award scholarships under this subtitle:

(1) For fiscal year 2022, $4,000,000;

(2) For fiscal year 2023, $8,000,000;

(3) For fiscal year 2024, $12,000,000; and

(4) For fiscal year 2025 and each fiscal year thereafter, $18,000,000.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 18-318 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 18 / Subtitle 3 / Section 18-318
§18–318.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “psychologist rehabilitation committee” means a committee that:

(1) Is defined in subsection (b) of this section; and

(2) Performs any of the functions listed in subsection (d) of this section.

(b) For purposes of this section, a psychologist rehabilitation committee is a committee of the Board or a committee of the Maryland Psychological Association that:

(1) Is recognized by the Board; and

(2) Includes but is not limited to psychologists.

(c) A rehabilitation committee of the Board or recognized by the Board may function:

(1) Solely for the Board; or

(2) Jointly with a rehabilitation committee representing another board or boards.

(d) For purposes of this section, a psychologist rehabilitation committee evaluates and provides assistance to any psychologist, and any other individual regulated by the Board, in need of treatment and rehabilitation for alcoholism, drug abuse, chemical dependency, or other physical, emotional, or mental condition.

(e) (1) Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, the proceedings, records, and files of the psychologist rehabilitation committee are not discoverable and are not admissible in evidence in any civil action arising out of the matters that are being or have been reviewed and evaluated by the psychologist rehabilitation committee.

(2) Paragraph (1) of this subsection does not apply to any record or document that is considered by the psychologist rehabilitation committee and that otherwise would be subject to discovery or introduction into evidence in a civil action.

(3) For purposes of this subsection, civil action does not include a proceeding before the Board or judicial review of a proceeding before the Board.

(f) A person who acts in good faith and within the scope of jurisdiction of the psychologist rehabilitation committee is not civilly liable for any action as a member of the psychologist rehabilitation committee or for giving information to, participating in, or contributing to the function of the psychologist rehabilitation committee.
Md. Code, Land Use § 18-301 — MD Code / Article glu / Title 18 / Subtitle 3 / Section 18-301
§18–301.
Status: in_force

Any provision of this subtitle or this division that provides that a tax imposed for the Commission shall be imposed and collected as county taxes are imposed and collected, have the same priority rights, bear the same interest and penalties, and in any other respect be treated the same as a county tax:

(1) applies only to the authority to enforce and collect the tax imposed for the Commission; and

(2) may not be deemed or construed to mean that the tax imposed for the Commission is a county property tax under the Tax – Property Article.
Md. Code, Land Use § 18-306 — MD Code / Article glu / Title 18 / Subtitle 3 / Section 18-306
§18–306.
Status: in_force

(a) The tax required under this section applies to property in Prince George’s County.

(b) Each fiscal year, Prince George’s County shall impose on each $100 of assessed valuation of:

(1) real property, a tax for recreation of at least 2 cents; and

(2) personal property and operating real property described in § 8–109(c) of the Tax – Property Article, a tax for recreation of at least 5 cents.

(c) Every 60 days the county shall pay to the Commission the tax collected under this section.

(d) The Commission shall use the revenues from the tax imposed under this section to finance its adopted budget to regulate, operate, and maintain recreation functions, programs, facilities, and personnel in Prince George’s County as the Commission determines.
Md. Code, Education § 18-1506 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 15 / Section 18-1506
§18–1506.
Status: in_force

The Office shall publicize the availability of the Program, including by publicizing the Program:

(1) At historically Black colleges and universities;

(2) In a manner that focuses on students who are historically underrepresented in the teaching field;

(3) To eligible mental health professionals in an effort to recruit and retain mental health professionals to public schools in the State; and

(4) To eligible school nurses in an effort to recruit and retain nurses working in public schools in the State.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 18-303 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 18 / Subtitle 3 / Section 18-303
§18–303.
Status: in_force

(a) An applicant for a license shall:

(1) submit to the Secretary an application in the manner and format designated by the Secretary;

(2) submit the documents required by this section; and

(3) pay to the Secretary in a method approved by the Secretary:

(i) an application fee of $100;

(ii) the fee authorized under § 10–221(b)(7) of the Criminal Procedure Article for access to Maryland criminal history records; and

(iii) the mandatory processing fee required by the Federal Bureau of Investigation for a national criminal history records check.

(b) The application provided by the Secretary shall contain a statement advising the applicant that willfully making a false statement on an application is a misdemeanor, subject to a fine or imprisonment or both, as provided under § 18–504 of this title.

(c) If the applicant is a firm, the representative member shall complete the application and otherwise be responsible for the firm’s compliance with this section.

(d) (1) The application shall be accompanied by at least two written recommendations for the applicant.

(2) Each recommendation shall be signed, under oath, by a reputable citizen of the State.

(e) (1) An applicant for a license shall submit with the application two complete sets of the applicant’s legible fingerprints taken in a format approved by the Director of the Central Repository and the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

(2) If the applicant is a firm, the applicant shall pay the cost of the fingerprint records check for each firm member.

(f) An applicant for a license shall submit with the application a copy of a bond or proof of insurance in accordance with the requirements of § 18–401 of this title.

(g) The Secretary may waive the requirements of subsections (a)(2) and (3), (d), and (e) of this section and issue a license to an applicant who:

(1) provides adequate evidence that the applicant:

(i) is licensed to engage in the business of providing security systems services in another state; and

(ii) became licensed in the other state:

1. after meeting qualifications that are at least equivalent to those required in this State; and

2. after submitting to a State and national criminal records check; and

(2) pays to the Secretary, in a method approved by the Secretary, a processing fee of $100.
Md. Code, Health - General § 18-202.1 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 18 / Subtitle 2 / Section 18-202.1
§18–202.
Status: in_force

§18–202.1.

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

(1) A hospital;

(2) A nursing home;

(3) A hospice facility;

(4) A medical clinic in a correctional facility;

(5) An inpatient psychiatric facility; and

(6) An inpatient drug rehabilitation facility.

(b) When an institution has an individual in the care of the institution with a diagnosis of HIV or acquired immunodeficiency syndrome according to the current definition published in the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a clinical or infection control practitioner shall submit a report within 48 hours to the health officer for the county where the institution is located.

(c) The report shall:

(1) Be on the form that the Secretary provides;

(2) Identify the disease;

(3) State the name, age, race, sex, and residence address of the individual with the disease;

(4) State the pregnancy status of the individual, if applicable;

(5) State the name of the administrative head of the institution; and

(6) State the address of the institution.

(d) (1) All institution reports required under this section are:

(i) Confidential and subject to Title 4, Subtitle 1 of this article; and

(ii) Not medical records under Title 4, Subtitle 3 of this article, but are subject to the confidentiality requirements of Title 4, Subtitle 1 of this article.

(2) The reports and any proceedings, records, or files relating to the reports required under this section are not discoverable and are not admissible in evidence in any criminal, civil, or administrative action.

(3) This subsection does not apply to a disclosure by the Secretary to another governmental agency performing its lawful duties in accordance with State or federal law where the Secretary determines the agency to whom the information is disclosed will maintain the confidentiality of the disclosure.
Md. Code, Education § 18-2506 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 25 / Section 18-2506
§18–2506.
Status: in_force

The Office shall publicize the availability of 2+2 Transfer Scholarships under this subtitle.
Md. Code, Education § 18-310 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 3 / Section 18-310
§18–310.
Status: in_force

(a) Funds for the Delegate Howard P. Rawlings Educational Excellence Award Program shall be as provided in the annual budget of the Commission by the Governor.

(b) (1) In this section, “Fund” means the Educational Excellence Fund.

(2) There is an Educational Excellence Fund in the Commission.

(3) The Commission shall administer the Fund.

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

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

(6) The Commission:

(i) May accept any gift or grant from any person or corporation for the Fund;

(ii) Shall use any gift or grant that it receives to support an early intervention program to identify students eligible for the Delegate Howard P. Rawlings Educational Excellence Award Program and prepare them for college; and

(iii) Shall deposit any gift or grant that it receives for the Fund with the State Treasurer for use only in the early intervention program.

(7) (i) At the end of the fiscal year, the Commission shall prepare an annual report on the Fund that includes an accounting of all financial receipts and expenditures to and from the Fund.

(ii) The Commission shall submit a copy of the report to the General Assembly as provided under § 2–1257 of the State Government Article.
Md. Code, Health - General § 18-504 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 18 / Subtitle 5 / Section 18-504
§18–504.
Status: in_force

(a) The Department and all persons shall maintain and treat all information derived from testing as confidential medical records as provided in § 13-109 of this article.

(b) Notwithstanding any other provision to the contrary, the Department may disclose confidential information, obtained pursuant to this title, to the Department of the Environment, as determined to be appropriate and necessary by the Secretary and consistent with the statutory responsibilities vested in the Secretary of the Environment.
Md. Code, Health - General § 18-509 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 18 / Subtitle 5 / Section 18-509
§18–509.
Status: in_force

The Department shall maintain in a conspicuous location on its website a list of resources for health care practitioners to use to improve their understanding and clinical treatment of individuals with sickle cell disease or the sickle cell trait, including information on the health impacts of carrying the sickle cell trait.
Md. Code, Education § 18-603.1 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 6 / Section 18-603.1
§18–603.
Status: in_force

§18–603.1.

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

(2) “Eligible institution” means a public or private nonprofit institution of higher education in the State that possesses a certificate of approval from the Commission.

(3) “Fund” means the Charles W. Riley Firefighter and Ambulance and Rescue Squad Member Scholarship Fund.

(4) “Scholarship” means the Charles W. Riley Firefighter and Ambulance and Rescue Squad Member Scholarship.

(b) There is a Charles W. Riley Firefighter and Ambulance and Rescue Squad Member Scholarship.

(c) An individual may apply to the Office for the scholarship if the individual:

(1) Is a resident of Maryland;

(2) Is accepted for admission or enrolled in a course offered at an eligible institution; and

(3) Is actively engaged as a career or volunteer firefighter or ambulance or rescue squad member in an organized fire department or ambulance or rescue squad in the State.

(d) (1) A scholarship awarded under this section:

(i) May be used for the tuition and mandatory fees at any eligible institution; and

(ii) May be up to:

1. 100% of the equivalent annual tuition and mandatory fees of a resident student at a 2–year public institution of higher education established under Title 16 of this article with the highest annual expenses for a full–time resident student; or

2. 50% of the equivalent annual tuition and mandatory fees of a resident undergraduate student at the 4–year public institution of higher education within the University System of Maryland, other than the University of Maryland Global Campus and University of Maryland, Baltimore Campus, with the highest annual expenses for a full–time resident undergraduate.

(2) Any student financial aid, other than a student loan, awarded to a scholarship recipient shall be credited to the recipient’s tuition before the calculation of any award amount provided through the scholarship.

(3) Initial awards shall be provided to scholarship recipients on a first–come, first–served basis.

(e) A scholarship recipient shall maintain a grade point average of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.

(f) Each recipient of a scholarship under this section may hold the award for 5 years of full–time study or 8 years of part–time study.

(g) A Senator or Delegate may authorize the Office to award all or a portion of the funds authorized under Subtitles 4 and 5 of this title to eligible recipients of scholarships awarded under this section.

(h) (1) Funds for the Charles W. Riley Firefighter and Ambulance and Rescue Squad Member Scholarship shall be as provided in the annual budget of the Commission by the Governor.

(2) There is a Charles W. Riley Firefighter and Ambulance and Rescue Squad Member Scholarship Fund in the Commission.

(3) The Commission shall administer the Fund.

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

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

(6) The Commission:

(i) May accept any gift or grant from any person or corporation for the Fund;

(ii) Shall use any gift or grant that it receives for a scholarship from the Fund; and

(iii) Shall deposit any gift or grant that it receives for the Fund with the State Treasurer.

(7) (i) At the end of the fiscal year, the Commission shall prepare an annual report on the Fund that includes an accounting of all financial receipts and expenditures to and from the Fund.

(ii) The Commission shall submit a copy of the report to the General Assembly in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article.

(i) A recipient of a scholarship shall work for at least 1 year as a volunteer or career firefighter or ambulance or rescue squad member in an organized fire department or ambulance or rescue squad in the State after completion of study at an eligible institution.

(j) A scholarship recipient shall repay the Commission the funds received under this section if the recipient does not perform the service obligation required under subsection (i) of this section.
Md. Code, Education § 18-105 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 1 / Section 18-105
§18–105.
Status: in_force

If requested by the donor or sponsor, any public institution of higher education shall report the academic grades of the recipient of a scholarship to the donor or sponsor at the end of each semester.
Md. Code, State Government § 18-207 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 18 / Subtitle 2 / Section 18-207
§18–207.
Status: in_force

Unless otherwise prohibited by law, a notarial officer may refuse to perform a notarial act if the officer is not satisfied that:

(1) the individual executing the record is competent or has the capacity to execute the record; or

(2) the individual’s signature is knowingly and voluntarily made.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 18-505 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 18 / Subtitle 5 / Section 18-505
§18–505.
Status: in_force

Unless the rental agreement specifically provides otherwise and until a lien sale under this subtitle, the exclusive care, custody, and control of all personal property stored in the leased self-service storage space remains vested in the occupant.
Md. Code, Education § 18-2407 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 24 / Section 18-2407
§18–2407.
Status: in_force

The Office, in collaboration with the Maryland Department of Health, shall adopt regulations to carry out the provisions of this subtitle, including regulations on repayment of funds if the participant fails to comply with the requirements of the Program.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 18-1806 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 18 / Subtitle 18 / Section 18-1806
§18–1806.
Status: in_force

Section 18–1506 of this title does not apply to the renewal of a license issued before May 1, 2014.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 18-305 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 18 / Subtitle 3 / Section 18-305
§18–305.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to the provisions of this section, the Board may waive any examination requirement of this title for an individual who is licensed or certified as a psychologist in any other state.

(b) The Board may grant a waiver under this section only if the applicant:

(1) Pays the application fee required by the Board under § 18-303 of this subtitle; and

(2) Provides adequate evidence that the applicant:

(i) Meets the qualifications otherwise required by this title; and

(ii) Became licensed or certified in the other state under requirements substantially equivalent to the licensing requirements of this title.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 18-1101 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 18 / Subtitle 11 / Section 18-1101
§18–1101.
Status: in_force

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

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

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

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

(c) The following sections of Title 4, Subtitle 11 (“Additional License Privileges”) of Division I of this article apply in the county:

(1) § 4–1104 (“Refillable container permit — Draft beer”), subject to § 18–1102 of this subtitle; and

(2) § 4–1106 (“Nonrefillable container permit –– Draft beer”), subject to § 18–1103 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Transportation § 18-104 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 18 / Subtitle 1 / Section 18-104
§18–104.
Status: in_force

(a) A person may not, with intent to defraud, rent to any other person any motor vehicle for which any charge is based on the distance traveled, if the person knows that the vehicle’s odometer does not record correctly its actual accumulated mileage.

(b) A person may not otherwise rent to any other person any motor vehicle for which any charge is based on the distance traveled and deceive that other person as to the distance that the vehicle traveled during the rental period.

(c) A person convicted of a violation of this section is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or a fine not exceeding $500 or both.
Md. Code, Land Use § 18-113 — MD Code / Article glu / Title 18 / Subtitle 1 / Section 18-113
§18–113.
Status: in_force

The capital improvements program shall:

(1) include a statement of the objectives of the capital programs and the relationship of the programs to the county’s adopted long range development plans;

(2) recommend capital projects and a construction schedule;

(3) provide an estimate of cost and a statement of all funding sources; and

(4) include all programmed parkland acquisition, all major park improvement and development, and major acquisition of equipment.
Md. Code, Education § 18-3501 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 35 / Section 18-3501
§18–3501.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Eligible institution” means a public or private nonprofit institution of higher education in the State that:

(1) Possesses a certificate of approval from the Commission; or

(2) Is approved under operation of law.

(c) “Program” means the Cybersecurity Public Service Scholarship Program.
Md. Code, State Government § 18-223 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 18 / Subtitle 2 / Section 18-223
§18–223.
Status: reserved

(a) (1) Unless the Secretary of State adopts an applicable and superseding regulation under § 18–222 of this subtitle in the manner provided in this subsection, a notary public shall comply with the requirements of this section when performing a notarial act with respect to an electronic record or a remotely located individual.

(2) A regulation adopted by the Secretary of State may supersede a requirement of this section if the regulation references this section and specifies the requirement to be superseded.

(b) When necessary under § 18–214(a)(1)(iii) of this subtitle, identity proofing and credential analysis shall be performed by a reputable third party who has provided evidence to the notary public of the ability to satisfy the requirements of this section.

(c) When necessary under § 18–214(a)(1)(iii) of this subtitle, identity proofing shall be performed through a dynamic knowledge–based authentication that meets the following requirements:

(1) each remotely located individual must answer a quiz consisting of a minimum of five questions related to the individual’s personal history or identity, formulated from public or private data sources;

(2) each question must have a minimum of five possible answer choices;

(3) at least 80% of the questions must be answered correctly;

(4) all questions must be answered within 2 minutes;

(5) if the remotely located individual fails the first attempt, the individual may retake the quiz one time within 24 hours;

(6) during a retake of the quiz, a minimum of 40% of the prior questions must be replaced;

(7) if the remotely located individual fails the second attempt, the individual is not allowed to retry with the same notary public within 24 hours of the second failed attempt; and

(8) the notary public must not be able to see or record the questions or answers.

(d) When necessary under § 18–214(a)(1)(iii) of this subtitle, credential analysis must use public or private data sources to confirm the validity of an identification credential presented by a remotely located individual and shall, at a minimum:

(1) use automated software processes to aid the notary public in verifying the identity of each remotely located individual;

(2) ensure that the identification credential passes an authenticity test, consistent with sound commercial practices that:

(i) use appropriate technologies to confirm the integrity of visual, physical, or cryptographic security features;

(ii) use appropriate technologies to confirm that the identification credential is not fraudulent or inappropriately modified;

(iii) use information held or published by the issuing source or an authoritative source, as available, to confirm the validity of personal details and identification credential details; and

(iv) provide output of the authenticity test to the notary public; and

(3) enable the notary public visually to compare for consistency the information and photo on the identification credential and the remotely located individual as viewed by the notary public in real time through communication technology.

(e) (1) Communication technology shall provide reasonable security measures to prevent unauthorized access to:

(i) the live transmission of the audio–visual feeds;

(ii) the methods used to perform credential analysis and identity proofing, if credential analysis and identity proofing are necessary under § 18–214(a)(1)(iii) of this subtitle; and

(iii) the electronic record that is the subject of the notarial act, if there is an electronic record instead of a tangible record.

(2) If a remotely located individual must exit the workflow, the remotely located individual must meet the criteria of this section and restart credential analysis and identity proofing from the beginning.

(f) (1) If the notarial act is regarding an electronic record, a notary public shall attach or logically associate the notary public’s electronic signature and official stamp to an electronic record by use of a digital certificate complying with the X.509 standard adopted by the International Telecommunication Union or a similar industry–standard technology.

(2) If the notarial act is regarding a tangible record, § 18–215(b)(1) of this subtitle applies.

(3) A notary public may not perform a notarial act with respect to an electronic record if the digital certificate:

(i) has expired;

(ii) has been revoked or terminated by the issuing or registering authority;

(iii) is invalid; or

(iv) is incapable of authentication.

(g) (1) A notary public shall retain a journal required under § 18–219 of this subtitle and any audio–visual recordings required under § 18–214 of this subtitle in a computer or other electronic storage device that protects the journal or audio–visual recordings against unauthorized access by password or cryptographic process.

(2) (i) A notary public may, by written contract, engage a third party to act as a repository to provide the storage required by paragraph (1) of this subsection.

(ii) The contract shall:

1. enable the notary public to comply with the retention requirements of this subtitle even if the contract is terminated; or

2. provide that the information will be transferred to the notary public if the contract is terminated.

(3) A third party under contract with a notary public under this subsection shall be deemed a repository approved by the Secretary of State under § 18–219 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Health - General § 18-336 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 18 / Subtitle 3 / Section 18-336
§18–336.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Health care facility” has the same meaning stated in § 18–338.2 of this subtitle.

(3) “Health care provider” means a physician, nurse, or designee of a health care facility.

(4) “HIV” means the human immunodeficiency virus that causes acquired immune deficiency syndrome.

(b) (1) Except as provided in Title 11, Subtitle 1, Part II of the Criminal Procedure Article or § 18–338.3 of this subtitle, before obtaining a fluid or tissue sample from the body of an individual for the purpose of testing the fluid or tissue for the presence of HIV infection, a health care provider shall:

(i) Inform the individual verbally or in writing that HIV testing will be performed on a specimen obtained from the individual unless the individual refuses HIV testing;

(ii) Provide the individual verbal or written information or show a video that includes an explanation of HIV infection and the meaning of positive and negative test results;

(iii) Offer the individual an opportunity to ask questions and decline HIV testing; and

(iv) If the individual refuses HIV testing, document in the medical record the individual’s decision.

(2) (i) Consent for HIV testing shall be included in a patient’s general informed consent for medical care in the same category as other screening and diagnostic tests.

(ii) Except as otherwise provided in this section, a health care provider may not be required to obtain consent for HIV testing using a separate consent form.

(3) A health care provider shall make available to individuals for whom HIV testing is performed easily understood informational materials in the languages of the commonly encountered populations of the health care provider.

(c) Subject to subsection (b) of this section, a health care provider shall obtain a fluid or tissue sample for the purpose of testing the fluid or tissue for the presence of HIV infection from:

(1) A pregnant woman during delivery; and

(2) A newborn when the pregnant woman’s HIV status is unknown.

(d) (1) If the HIV test is ordered at a location that is not a health care facility, informed consent shall be in writing and signed by the individual on an informed consent for HIV testing document that is approved by the Department.

(2) The informed consent for HIV testing document shall be distinct and separate from all other consent forms.

(3) A patient identifying number obtained from an anonymous and confidential test site which is approved by the Department may be evidence of a patient’s informed consent in lieu of a patient’s signature.

(e) An individual’s refusal to undergo an HIV test or a positive test result may not be used as the sole basis by an institution or laboratory to deny services or treatment.

(f) If the individual is unable to give informed consent, substitute consent may be given under § 5–605 of this article.

(g) A health care provider who obtains a result from an HIV test conducted in accordance with the provisions of subsection (b) of this section shall:

(1) Notify the individual from whom the fluid or tissue sample was obtained of the result; and

(2) If the test is positive:

(i) Provide a referral for treatment and supportive services;

(ii) Counsel the individual to inform all sexual and needle–sharing partners of the individual’s positive HIV status;

(iii) Offer to assist in notifying the individual’s sexual and needle–sharing partners or refer the individual to the local health officer to assist the individual with notifying the individual’s sexual and needle–sharing partners; and

(iv) If necessary, take action appropriate to comply with § 18–337 of this subtitle.

(h) Local health officers shall make available to health care providers in their jurisdiction information on referral resources for an individual with an HIV positive status, including counseling, testing, needs assessment, treatment, and support services.
Md. Code, Education § 18-3503 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 35 / Section 18-3503
§18–3503.
Status: in_force

(a) The Office shall administer the Program.

(b) An individual may apply to the Office for a scholarship under this subtitle if the individual:

(1) Is eligible for in–State tuition;

(2) Except as provided in subsection (f) of this section, is a student who:

(i) Is enrolled full–time at an eligible institution in an approved degree or certificate program that is directly relevant to cybersecurity; and

(ii) Is within 3 years of graduation from the individual’s degree or certificate program;

(3) Has maintained a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale; and

(4) (i) Has not received a federal CyberCorps Scholarship for Service; or

(ii) Has applied for but has not received a federal CyberCorps Scholarship for Service.

(c) A scholarship award under this subtitle may be used at any eligible institution to pay for education expenses as defined by the Office, including:

(1) Tuition and mandatory fees; and

(2) Room and board.

(d) A scholarship recipient shall maintain a grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

(e) Except as provided in subsection (f) of this section, each recipient of a scholarship under this subtitle may hold the award for 3 years of full–time study.

(f) (1) Beginning with the 2023–2024 Program application period, a part–time student may apply to the Office for a scholarship under this subtitle in accordance with regulations adopted by the Office.

(2) Each recipient of a scholarship under this subtitle may hold the award for 6 years if the recipient:

(i) Is a part–time student;

(ii) Continues to be eligible for in–State tuition under this article; and

(iii) Continues to be a student at the institution and takes at least 6 semester hours of courses each semester leading to a degree or certificate that is directly relevant to cybersecurity.

(3) The Office shall determine an award amount that is appropriately prorated for the part–time status of the student.

(4) On or before January 1, 2023, the Office shall adopt regulations to administer the Program for part–time students.

(g) The Department shall provide information on the Program to high school students who participate in career and technology education programs related to cybersecurity.
Md. Code, Insurance § 18-105 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 18 / Subtitle 1 / Section 18-105
§18–105.
Status: in_force

Before issuing a policy of long-term care insurance to an applicant who is at least 80 years old, unless the policy is guaranteed issue, the carrier shall obtain:

(1) a report of a physical examination;

(2) an assessment of functional capacity; or

(3) copies of medical records.
Md. Code, Education § 18-1702 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 17 / Section 18-1702
§18–1702.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a scholarship program known as the Walter Sondheim Jr. Public Service Internship Scholarship Program in the State.

(b) The purpose of the Program is to assist college and graduate students to explore public service career opportunities through internships.

(c) The Shriver Center shall administer the Program.

(d) An institution of higher education in the State may nominate eligible students to participate in the Program on or before:

(1) January 1 of each year for summer and fall internships; and

(2) October 1 of each year for spring internships.

(e) Priority for participation in the Program shall be given to an eligible student who:

(1) Is a resident of the State;

(2) Has demonstrated an interest in a career in public service; and

(3) Assists in providing:

(i) Legal services:

1. To low–income residents in the State who cannot afford legal services; or

2. In a public service position;

(ii) Social work services to low–income residents in the State;

(iii) Nursing services in nursing shortage areas in the State as defined in § 18–802 of this title; or

(iv) Other services in the public or nonprofit sectors in which there is a shortage of qualified practitioners to low–income or underserved residents or areas of the State.

(f) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, for eligible students who have agreed to serve in a public service internship, the Shriver Center shall award scholarships on or before:

(i) January 15 of each year for spring internships;

(ii) May 1 of each year for summer internships; and

(iii) August 1 of each year for fall internships.

(2) Funds for the scholarships awarded under this subtitle shall be as provided in the State budget.

(g) Subject to the availability of funds, the scholarship award under the Program shall be at least $2,000 and no more than $5,000.

(h) The Shriver Center shall serve as a clearinghouse for public and nonprofit entities that wish to hire public service interns participating in the Program.
Md. Code, Education § 18-14A-01 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 14A / Section 18-14A-01
§18–14A–01.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Dually enrolled student” means a student who is dually enrolled in:

(i) A secondary school in the State; and

(ii) An institution of higher education in the State.

(3) “Grant” means the Early College Access Grant.

(b) There is an Early College Access Grant that provides financial assistance to dually enrolled students in the State.

(c) In cooperation with institutions of higher education in the State, the Commission shall administer the Grant.

(d) A recipient of a grant shall:

(1) Be a dually enrolled student; and

(2) Demonstrate financial need according to criteria established by the Commission.

(e) For courses completed under the Grant, a recipient is not required to receive credit from a secondary school and an institution of higher education at the same time.
Md. Code, Health - General § 18-313 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 18 / Subtitle 3 / Section 18-313
§18–313.
Status: in_force

The Secretary of Health shall provide a statewide system:

(1) To control rabies;

(2) To grant authority to the public health veterinarian and the local health officer in matters pertaining to the disposition of animals that bite or otherwise expose rabies to an individual;

(3) To assist local political subdivisions regarding the laboratory testing of rabid animals;

(4) To treat each individual who is exposed or suspected of having been exposed to rabies;

(5) To distribute, in accordance with the conditions set by the Secretary of Agriculture, the biological products that are needed to prevent and treat rabies; and

(6) To allow a veterinary technician, as defined in § 2–301 of the Agriculture Article, or other clinical staff who work in or for an animal shelter, as defined in § 2–1701 of the Agriculture Article, or an animal control facility, as defined in § 2–305 of the Agriculture Article, to administer rabies vaccines if:

(i) The animal shelter or animal control facility is licensed to administer drugs under § 2–305 of the Agriculture Article;

(ii) The animal being vaccinated is under the custody or control of an animal shelter or animal control facility;

(iii) The veterinary practitioner who signs the rabies vaccination certificate has ensured that the individual administering the rabies vaccine was appropriately trained on administering rabies vaccines, including proper storage, handling, administration, and management of adverse reactions; and

(iv) The individual administering the vaccine is identified on the rabies vaccination certificate.
Md. Code, Education § 18-3102 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 31 / Section 18-3102
§18–3102.
Status: in_force

(a) Before Montgomery County may establish the Montgomery County Student Loan Refinancing Authority, the county shall:

(1) Study aspects of implementing the Authority in accordance with State and county law, including:

(i) Performing a feasibility and demand study;

(ii) Assessing the potential benefit to recruitment and retention of county and school system employees; and

(iii) Studying the operation of similar programs in other systems, including operating costs;

(2) Hold public hearings; and

(3) Provide an opportunity for public comment.

(b) If Montgomery County decides to establish the Authority as authorized in § 18–3101 of this subtitle, the county’s governing body must pass an ordinance that creates the Authority in accordance with this subtitle.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 18-401 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 18 / Subtitle 4 / Section 18-401
§18–401.
Status: in_force

(a) In order to obtain a license, an applicant shall:

(1) (i) execute a fidelity bond as provided in subsection (c) of this section; or

(ii) maintain general liability insurance as provided in subsection (d) of this section; and

(2) maintain in an office in the State, documents or other records that are made in the State or relate to a service performed in the State and make those records available for inspection by the Secretary for compliance with this title.

(b) The Secretary may not issue or renew a license or registration unless the applicant, licensee, or registrant submits proof of compliance with subsection (a) of this section.

(c) (1) The fidelity bond required by subsection (a)(1) of this section shall cover all individuals who:

(i) are licensed to provide security systems services, are registered as security systems technicians, or have access to circumventional information; or

(ii) are applicants for a license or registration.

(2) The fidelity bond shall be used for the benefit of any person injured on the premises of a consumer of security systems services by any fraudulent or dishonest act of a licensee, a security systems technician, or other individual who has access to circumventional information that is willful or malicious.

(3) The applicant for a license or registration shall submit a copy of the fidelity bond to the Secretary with the license or registration application.

(4) (i) The amount of the fidelity bond required under subsection (c)(1) of this section shall be at least $50,000.

(ii) The total liability of the surety to all insured persons under the fidelity bond may not exceed the sum of the fidelity bond.

(5) (i) If an employer’s fidelity bond is canceled, forfeited, or terminated by the surety, the surety shall immediately notify the Secretary.

(ii) If a surety fails to notify the Secretary as required by this paragraph, the fidelity bond shall continue in effect until the notice is given to the Secretary.

(d) (1) General liability insurance required by subsection (a)(1)(ii) of this section shall be in the amount of at least $50,000.

(2) An applicant for a license or registration shall submit proof of insurance meeting the requirements of paragraph (1) of this subsection to the Secretary with the application.

(3) If the general liability insurance required under this section is canceled, the insured shall immediately notify the Secretary.

(e) If an agency fails to maintain the required fidelity bond or liability insurance as required in this section, upon notification, the Secretary:

(1) shall suspend the license; and

(2) may not reinstate the license until the agency submits proof of the required bond or insurance to the Secretary.

(f) In addition to § 18-504 of this title, a court of competent jurisdiction may enjoin the operation of any employer who violates the requirements of this section.
Md. Code, Education § 18-3901 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 39 / Section 18-3901
§18–3901.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Eligible county” means:

(1) Baltimore City;

(2) Baltimore County; or

(3) Prince George’s County.

(c) “Eligible institution” means a public higher education institution in the State.

(d) “Scholarship” means the Pilot Program for Human Services Careers Scholarship established under this subtitle.

(e) (1) (i) “Service obligation” means to work in a targeted position for a minimum period of time, as provided in subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, during the 8–year period immediately following the awarding of a Scholarship.

(ii) The service obligation period shall be 15 months for each academic year that the Scholarship is awarded, regardless of the credit hours or semesters completed by the recipient during the academic year.

(2) “Service obligation” includes work in a targeted position while a student is attending an eligible institution.

(f) “Targeted positions” means the following positions in the Department of Human Services in an eligible county:

(1) Child Support Specialist Series;

(2) Family Investment Specialist Series;

(3) Family Support Worker Series;

(4) Family SVS Caseworker Series; and

(5) Social Worker Series.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 18-1807 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 18 / Subtitle 18 / Section 18-1807
§18–1807.
Status: in_force

The requirement for a criminal history records check under § 4–107 of this article does not apply to applicants for license renewal.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 18-1403 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 18 / Subtitle 14 / Section 18-1403
§18–1403.
Status: in_force

The Board shall keep all criminal history record information in a sealed envelope available only to the members of the Board and their clerks.
Md. Code, Education § 18-601 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 6 / Section 18-601
§18–601.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Disabled public safety employee” means a State or local public safety employee who sustains an injury in the line of duty that:

(i) Precludes the individual from continuing to serve or be employed as a State or local public safety employee; and

(ii) In the case of a volunteer member of a fire department or ambulance or rescue company or squad, precludes the member from continuing to be employed in the nonpublic safety occupation in which the member is engaged at the time of the injury.

(3) “Fund” means the Edward T. Conroy and Jean B. Cryor Scholarship Fund.

(4) “School employee” includes an employee of a public or nonpublic school in the State.

(5) “State or local public safety employee” means a person who is employed in the State as:

(i) A career or volunteer member of a:

1. Fire department;

2. Ambulance company or squad; or

3. Rescue company or squad;

(ii) A law enforcement officer;

(iii) A correctional officer; or

(iv) A member of the Maryland National Guard who was a resident of this State at the time of death.

(6) “Surviving spouse” means a person who has not remarried.

(7) “Victim of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks” means a Maryland resident who was killed as a result of the attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City, the attack on the Pentagon in Virginia, or the crash of United Airlines Flight 93 in Pennsylvania.

(b) There is a program of scholarships that are awarded by eligible postsecondary institutions under this section.

(c) (1) The program for uniformed services and public safety personnel and their eligible dependents is the Edward T. and Mary A. Conroy Memorial Scholarship Program.

(2) The program for eligible dependents of public and nonpublic school employees is the Jean B. Cryor Memorial Scholarship Program.

(d) (1) A person may apply to an eligible postsecondary institution for a scholarship under this section if the person:

(i) 1. Is accepted for admission or enrolled in the regular undergraduate, graduate or professional program at an eligible institution;

2. Is enrolled in a 2–year terminal certificate program in which the course work is acceptable for transfer credit for an accredited baccalaureate program in an eligible institution; or

3. Is enrolled in a private career school;

(ii) Is at least 16 years old; and

(iii) Meets the other eligibility criteria specified in this section.

(2) To apply for a scholarship under this section, the following persons are required to be a resident of Maryland at the time of application or at the time of the disabling or fatal event:

(i) A son, daughter, stepson, stepdaughter, or the surviving spouse of a member of the uniformed services who:

1. Died as a result of service after December 7, 1941;

2. Suffered a service connected 100% permanent disability after December 7, 1941; or

3. Was declared to be a prisoner of war or missing in action, if that occurred on or after January 1, 1960, as a result of the Vietnam conflict, and if the child was born prior to or while the parent was a prisoner of war or missing in action;

(ii) A prisoner of war or missing in action, if that occurred on or after January 1, 1960, as a result of the Vietnam conflict and was a resident of this State at the time the person was declared to be a prisoner of war or missing in action;

(iii) A veteran who:

1. Suffers a service connected disability of 25% or greater; and

2. Has exhausted or is no longer eligible for federal veterans’ educational benefits;

(iv) A son, daughter, stepson, or stepdaughter of or the surviving spouse of a victim of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks;

(v) A son, daughter, stepson, or stepdaughter of a school employee who, as a result of an act of violence:

1. Died in the line of duty; or

2. Sustained an injury in the line of duty that rendered the school employee 100% disabled; or

(vi) The surviving spouse of a school employee who, as a result of an act of violence:

1. Died in the line of duty; or

2. Sustained an injury in the line of duty that rendered the school employee 100% disabled.

(3) To apply for a scholarship under this section, the following persons are not required to be a resident of Maryland at the time of application or at the time of the disabling or fatal event:

(i) 1. A son, daughter, stepson, or stepdaughter of any State or local public safety employee killed in the line of duty; or

2. The surviving spouse of any State or local public safety employee killed in the line of duty; or

(ii) 1. A disabled public safety employee;

2. A son, daughter, stepson, or stepdaughter of a disabled public safety employee who sustains an injury in the line of duty that renders the public safety employee 100% disabled; or

3. The surviving spouse of a disabled public safety employee who sustains an injury in the line of duty that renders the public safety employee 100% disabled.

(e) A scholarship awarded under this section:

(1) May be used for the tuition and mandatory fees at any eligible institution; and

(2) May not:

(i) Exceed the equivalent annual tuition and mandatory fees of a resident undergraduate student at the 4–year public institution of higher education within the University System of Maryland, other than the University of Maryland Global Campus and University of Maryland, Baltimore Campus, with the highest annual expenses for a full–time resident undergraduate; and

(ii) Be less than the lesser of:

1. $3,000; or

2. The equivalent annual tuition and mandatory fees of a resident of the institution attended by the recipient of the scholarship.

(f) (1) Each postsecondary institution shall determine the eligibility of persons who apply to the institution for the Edward T. and Mary A. Conroy Memorial Scholarship Program and the Jean B. Cryor Memorial Scholarship Program.

(2) Funds for the Edward T. and Mary A. Conroy Memorial Scholarship Program and the Jean B. Cryor Memorial Scholarship Program shall be allocated by the Commission to each postsecondary institution based on the number of eligible recipients attending each institution.

(3) In October and February of each year, each postsecondary institution shall report to the Commission the number of eligible recipients attending the institution.

(4) The Commission shall allocate funds for awards to postsecondary institutions upon verification of eligible recipients attending the institutions.

(5) If funds cannot be allocated in the fiscal year in which awards are made, priority shall be given to allocating funds for those awards in the following fiscal year.

(g) (1) Each recipient of a scholarship under this section may hold the award for 5 years of full–time study or 8 years of part–time study.

(2) The number of eligible recipients under subsection (d)(2)(iii) of this section shall be limited to 15 each year.

(3) An award provided under subsection (d)(2)(iv) of this section may not exceed the amount specified in subsection (e)(2) of this section when combined with any other scholarship received by a student based on the student’s status as a child or spouse of a victim of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.

(h) (1) There is an Edward T. Conroy and Jean B. Cryor Scholarship Fund.

(2) The Commission shall administer the Fund.

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

(4) The State Treasurer shall hold the Fund and the Comptroller shall account for the Fund.

(5) The Commission:

(i) May accept any gift or grant from any person for the Fund;

(ii) Shall use any gift or grant that it receives for a scholarship from the programs; and

(iii) Shall deposit any gift or grant that it receives for the programs with the State Treasurer.

(i) For fiscal year 2024 and each fiscal year thereafter, the Governor shall include in the annual budget bill an appropriation of at least $4,000,000 to the Fund.
Md. Code, Education § 18-301 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 3 / Section 18-301
§18–301.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Delegate Howard P. Rawlings Program of Educational Excellence Awards in this State that are awarded under this subtitle.

(b) The Program shall consist of the following types of awards:

(1) Guaranteed Access Grants that are awarded to the neediest students to ensure that 100 percent of educational costs, as defined by regulations adopted by the Commission, are paid; and

(2) Educational Assistance Grants that are awarded to low and moderate income students to assist in paying educational costs, as defined by regulations adopted by the Commission.
Md. Code, Education § 18-2408 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 24 / Section 18-2408
§18–2408.
Status: in_force

Funds for the Program shall be as provided in the State budget.
Md. Code, Education § 18-1801 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 18 / Section 18-1801
§18–1801.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Grant” means an apprenticeship incentive grant that is awarded to an apprenticeship sponsor under this subtitle.

(c) “Grant recipient” means a person or entity that receives a grant under this subtitle.

(d) “Program” means the Apprenticeship Incentive Program.
Md. Code, Health - General § 18-802 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 18 / Subtitle 8 / Section 18-802
§18–802.
Status: in_force

(a) In consultation with dental care providers, the Secretary shall develop and implement ongoing oral cancer educational programs in the State:

(1) To train health care providers to screen and properly refer patients with oral cancers; and

(2) To promote smoking cessation with a primary focus of meeting the needs of high-risk underserved populations.

(b) The programs developed and implemented under subsection (a) of this section shall address:

(1) The risk factors that lead to oral cancer;

(2) The signs and symptoms of oral cancer;

(3) The high-risk behaviors that may lead to oral cancer; and

(4) The accessibility of screening to detect oral cancer.
Md. Code, Public Utilities § 18-201 — MD Code / Article gpu / Title 18 / Subtitle 2 / Section 18-201
§18–201.
Status: in_force

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

(ii) “Confidential employee” means an employee who assists or acts in a confidential capacity with respect to an individual who formulates, determines, or implements management policies in the field of labor–management relations.

(iii) “Probationary employee” means a Commission merit system employee during the employee’s initial probationary period after hiring.

(2) The rights granted to Commission merit system employees under this subtitle do not apply to:

(i) attorneys in the Office of the General Counsel;

(ii) confidential employees;

(iii) probationary employees;

(iv) employees in the Office of the General Manager;

(v) employees in the Office of the Inspector General;

(vi) employees in the Office of the Secretary; or

(vii) supervisors, as defined in § 2(11) of the National Labor Relations Act, 29 U.S.C. § 152(11).

(b) (1) Commission employees are divided into five bargaining units consisting of:

(i) an office unit that includes:

1. office classification titles in which employees are responsible for internal and external communications, recording and retrieving information, and paperwork required in an office;

2. paraprofessional classification titles in which employees perform, in a supportive role, some of the duties of a professional or a technician but that usually require less formal training or experience than those duties performed by those with professional or technical status; and

3. all other nonprofessional job titles currently unrepresented by any other union;

(ii) a professional unit that includes professional classification titles in which employees have special or theoretical knowledge that is usually acquired through college training or other training that provides comparable knowledge or work experience;

(iii) a service, labor, and trade unit that includes:

1. classification titles in which employees:

A. perform service and maintenance;

B. may operate specialized machinery or heavy equipment; and

C. have duties that contribute to the comfort and convenience of the public or to the upkeep and care of Commission buildings, facilities, or grounds;

2. classification titles in which employees are required to have a special manual skill and thorough knowledge of processes that are required through on–the–job training, experience, apprenticeship, or other formal training programs; and

3. classification titles included in the service, labor, and trade bargaining unit as constituted on January 1, 2003;

(iv) a law enforcement unit that includes Commission police officers; and

(v) a technical unit that includes technical classification titles in which employees have a combination of basic scientific or technical knowledge and manual skill that is usually acquired through specialized postsecondary school education or through equivalent on–the–job training.

(2) If a single employee organization is certified to represent more than one bargaining unit, the Commission shall negotiate a single contract with that organization covering all employees the organization represents.
Md. Code, Health - General § 18-103 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 18 / Subtitle 1 / Section 18-103
§18–103.
Status: in_force

(a) The Secretary shall:

(1) Obtain accurate and complete reports on communicable diseases in this State;

(2) Determine the prevalence of each communicable disease; and

(3) Devise means to control communicable diseases.

(b) The Secretary shall publish monthly a communicable disease bulletin for health officers and other related health professionals.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 18-203 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 18 / Subtitle 2 / Section 18-203
§18–203.
Status: in_force

A person may not negotiate or transfer for value a bill of lading:

(1) With intent to defraud;

(2) With knowledge that any of the goods which appear by the terms of the bill of lading to have been received for transportation by the carrier which issued the bill of lading are not in the possession or control of the carrier or a connecting carrier; and

(3) Without disclosing the lack of possession and control.
Md. Code, Education § 18-303.2 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 3 / Section 18-303.2
§18–303.
Status: in_force

§18–303.2.

Notwithstanding § 18–303(a)(2) of this subtitle, an individual is eligible for an award under this subtitle if the individual is eligible for in–State tuition under this article.
Md. Code, Education § 18-1901 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 18 / Subtitle 19 / Section 18-1901
§18–1901.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “ABLE account holder” means an individual who has established an account described under § 529A(e) of the Internal Revenue Code and is the designated beneficiary of the account.

(c) “Account holder” means an individual who:

(1) Makes or undertakes the obligation to make advance payments of qualified higher education expenses as provided under a prepaid contract; and

(2) Except as provided in § 18–1909(b) of this subtitle, is a resident of Maryland or of the District of Columbia at the time that the account holder enters into a prepaid contract.

(d) “Broker–Dealer Plan” means the Maryland Broker–Dealer College Investment Plan established under Subtitle 19B of this title.

(e) “Current prepaid contract obligations” means the scheduled payments due for the next fiscal year under existing prepaid contracts.

(f) “Eligible institution of higher education” means an institution of higher education that:

(1) Offers an associate, bachelor, or graduate degree program; and

(2) Is eligible to participate in federal financial aid programs.

(g) “Market value of program assets” means the amount of cash and cash equivalents held by the Trust plus the fair market value of other assets of the Trust.

(h) “Maryland ABLE Program” means the Maryland Achieving a Better Life Experience Program established under Subtitle 19C of this title.

(i) “Plan” means the Maryland Senator Edward J. Kasemeyer College Investment Plan established under Subtitle 19A of this title.

(j) “Prepaid contract” means a contract between the State Treasurer and an account holder under the provisions of this subtitle for the advance payment of qualified higher education expenses by the account holder for a qualified beneficiary to attend an eligible institution of higher education, if the qualified beneficiary is admitted to the institution.

(k) “Program” means Maryland 529.

(l) “Qualified beneficiary” means an individual who:

(1) Is eligible to apply advance payments of qualified higher education expenses to undergraduate or graduate qualified higher education expenses at an eligible institution of higher education under the provisions of this subtitle; and

(2) Except as provided in § 18–1909(b) of this subtitle, is a resident of the State or of the District of Columbia at the time that the account holder enters into a prepaid contract.

(m) “Qualified higher education expenses” has the meaning stated in § 529 of the Internal Revenue Code.

(n) “Qualified state tuition program” has the meaning stated in § 529 of the Internal Revenue Code.

(o) “Trust” means the Maryland Senator Edward J. Kasemeyer Prepaid College Trust established under this subtitle.

(p) (1) “Tuition” means the actual tuition and mandatory fees assessed to all students by an eligible institution of higher education as a condition of enrollment at the institution.

(2) “Tuition” does not include any fee that is assessed by the institution for a particular course taken, year of enrollment, academic status, course of study, residency status, or any other distinguishing factor used by the institution to determine a specific fee.
Md. Code, Public Utilities § 18-210 — MD Code / Article gpu / Title 18 / Subtitle 2 / Section 18-210
§18–210.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The Commission shall include in its annual proposed operating budget, which it submits to the county executives of Montgomery County and Prince George’s County, provisions for the funding of all terms included in all collective bargaining agreements.

(2) Unless the county councils of Montgomery County and Prince George’s County both approve the Commission’s budget so as to approve the terms of the collective bargaining agreement, the Commission and the employee organization, within 5 days after the annual joint county council meeting, shall reopen the negotiated agreement and bargain with respect to the provisions of the agreement not approved by the county councils.

(b) If a provision in a collective bargaining agreement is not funded by Montgomery County or Prince George’s County or is ruled invalid, the remainder of the agreement remains in effect unless reopened under subsection (a)(2) of this section.