Md. Code, Environment § 9-1802 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 18 / Section 9-1802
§9–1802.
Status: in_force

(a) By January 1, 1990, each county shall prepare and submit an assessment of the feasibility of establishing a program for the acceptance of household hazardous waste from residents of the county to the Secretary.

(b) The assessment prepared and submitted under subsection (a) of this section shall include:

(1) The estimated cost of providing one household hazardous waste collection day every year;

(2) The feasibility and estimated cost of establishing a regional household hazardous waste collection day every year for the county’s geographic region of the State; and

(3) Any other information that would be of use to the State in determining whether to mandate household hazardous waste collection days in each county.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 9-104 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 9 / Subtitle 1 / Section 9-104
§9–104.
Status: in_force

(a) A secured party has control of a deposit account if:

(1) The secured party is the bank with which the deposit account is maintained;

(2) The debtor, secured party, and bank have agreed in an authenticated record that the bank will comply with instructions originated by the secured party directing disposition of the funds in the deposit account without further consent by the debtor; or

(3) The secured party becomes the bank’s customer with respect to the deposit account.

(b) A secured party that has satisfied subsection (a) has control, even if the debtor retains the right to direct the disposition of funds from the deposit account.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-230 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-230
§9–230.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The Department of the Environment shall adopt regulations to carry out this Part III of this subtitle.

(2) The Department of the Environment may not adopt a regulation or part of a regulation that deals with the land application of sewage sludge without the approval of the Department of Agriculture.

(b) In adopting regulations under this Part III and §§ 9-269 and 9-270 of this subtitle, the Department of the Environment shall consider:

(1) Alternative utilization methods;

(2) Pathogen control;

(3) Advertising requirements for public hearings and public information meetings;

(4) Performance bonds, liability insurance, or other forms of security;

(5) Procedures for notifying units of local government and other interested parties; and

(6) Adequate standards for transporting sewage sludge, including requirements for enclosing or covering sewage sludge during transportation.

(c) In addition to the considerations under subsection (b) of this section, in adopting regulations for the land application of sewage sludge, the Department of the Environment shall consider:

(1) Methods for calculating loading rates that:

(i) Will assure nondegradation of the groundwater supply; and

(ii) For agricultural land, shall be limited by the nutrient requirements of crop or cover vegetation, as recommended by the Department of Agriculture;

(2) The crops that are to be grown on land on which sewage sludge may be applied;

(3) The nature of any nearby surface water or groundwater;

(4) The character of any affected area;

(5) The character of nearby existing or planned land uses and transport routes;

(6) The nearness of the land on which sewage sludge may be applied to sensitive areas, including flood plains, wetlands, and areas of critical concern;

(7) The definitions of:

(i) Sewage sludge that is unsuitable for application to agricultural land;

(ii) Agricultural land;

(iii) Marginal land; and

(iv) Compost;

(8) Acceptable cumulative loading rates, including rates for nitrogen and heavy metals;

(9) Special requirements of land used for producing tobacco; and

(10) Reasonable buffer areas to separate any home or other property from land on which sewage sludge may be applied.

(d) (1) The Department shall adopt regulations to establish a mechanism for determining annual generator’s fees.

(2) The regulations shall provide for public input into the development of fee schedules.

(3) The fee schedules shall take into account:

(i) The volume of sewage sludge generated by a sewage sludge generator;

(ii) The method by which the sewage sludge is utilized;

(iii) The anticipated costs of monitoring and regulating sewage sludge utilization sites;

(iv) The anticipated needs of the State’s sewage sludge regulation program; and

(v) The potential hazard of the sewage sludge generator’s activities to public health, safety, or welfare or to the environment.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 9-252 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-252
§9–252.
Status: in_force

(a) The Mayor and City Council of Baltimore City or the governing body of a county or municipal corporation may grant, by law, a property tax credit under this section against the county or municipal corporation property tax that is imposed on real property that is:

(1) owned by Habitat for Humanity with the intention of relinquishing ownership in the near future;

(2) used for the purposes of development, rehabilitation, and transfer to a private owner; and

(3) not occupied by administrative or warehouse buildings owned by Habitat for Humanity.

(b) If the Mayor and City Council of Baltimore City or the governing body of a county or municipal corporation grants a property tax credit under this section, Habitat for Humanity shall submit an annual written report to the Mayor and City Council of Baltimore City or the governing body of a county or municipal corporation granting the tax credit documenting:

(1) all of Habitat for Humanity’s real property holdings in the jurisdiction granting the tax credit; and

(2) all transactions involving Habitat for Humanity’s real property holdings in the jurisdiction granting the tax credit.

(c) The Mayor and City Council of Baltimore City or the governing body of a county or municipal corporation may, by law:

(1) set the amount, terms, scope, and duration of a credit granted under subsection (a) of this section; and

(2) adopt any other provision necessary to administer a credit granted under subsection (a) of this section.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-1A-09 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 1A / Section 9-1A-09
§9–1A–09.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “racing licensee” means the holder of a license issued by the State Racing Commission to hold a race meeting in the State under Title 11 of the Business Regulation Article.

(b) As a condition of eligibility for funding under § 9–1A–29 of this subtitle, a racing licensee shall:

(1) (i) for Rosecroft Raceway, conduct a minimum of 60 annual live racing days unless otherwise agreed to by the racing licensee and the organization that represents the majority of licensed standardbred owners and trainers in the State or unless the racing licensee is prevented by weather, acts of God, or other circumstances beyond the racing licensee’s control; and

(ii) for Ocean Downs Racetrack, conduct a minimum of 40 annual live racing days unless otherwise agreed to by the racing licensee and the organization that represents the majority of licensed standardbred owners and trainers in the State or unless the racing licensee is prevented by weather, acts of God, or other circumstances beyond the racing licensee’s control;

(2) develop and submit to the State Racing Commission a multiyear plan to improve the quality and marketing of horse racing at racetrack locations owned or operated by the racing licensee in Maryland, which shall include:

(i) goals, indicators, and timelines for specific actions that will be taken by the racing licensee to improve the quality and marketing of the horse racing industry in Maryland; and

(ii) a master plan for capital improvements that reflects, at a minimum:

1. commitments that have been made to the State Racing Commission;

2. updates to any prior master plan specifically identifying capital improvements and expenditures made on or after January 1, 2018; and

3. an ongoing investment in capital maintenance and improvements in the horse racing facilities;

(3) for each year that funding is requested, spend at least the following minimum amounts for capital maintenance and improvements, which may include amounts provided as a matching fund as required under § 9–1A–29(e)(2) of this subtitle:

(i) for Rosecroft Raceway, $300,000; and

(ii) for Ocean Downs Racetrack, $300,000.

(c) As part of the capital maintenance and improvement items in the plan submitted under subsection (b)(2) of this section, a racing licensee shall include any improvements necessary to ensure that the condition of any part of the racetrack facility where individuals reside is satisfactory for human habitation and meets minimum housing and sanitation standards in the county where the facility is located.

(d) The plans required under subsection (b) of this section shall also be provided to the Department of General Services and to the Legislative Policy Committee of the General Assembly.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-105 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 1 / Section 9-105
§9–105.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The Commission consists of seven members appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate.

(2) The presiding officer of either house of the General Assembly may recommend to the Governor a list of individuals for appointment to the Commission.

(b) (1) At the time of appointment, each member of the Commission shall be:

(i) at least 25 years old;

(ii) a resident of the State who has resided in the State for at least 5 years;

(iii) a qualified voter of the State;

(iv) an individual who has not been convicted of or granted probation before judgment for a serious crime or a crime that involves moral turpitude or gambling; and

(v) knowledgeable and experienced in fiscal matters and shall have substantial experience:

1. as an executive with fiduciary responsibilities in charge of a large organization or foundation;

2. in an academic field relating to finance or economics; or

3. as an accountant, economist, or financial analyst, or as a professional in a similar profession relating to fiscal matters or economics.

(2) A member of the Commission may not:

(i) have a direct or indirect financial interest, ownership, or management, including holding any stocks, bonds, or other similar financial interests in any gaming activities, including horse racing, video lottery terminals, table games, or lottery;

(ii) have an official relationship to a person who holds a license under Subtitle 1A of this title;

(iii) be an elected official of State or local government;

(iv) receive or share in, directly or indirectly, the receipts or proceeds of any gaming activities, including horse racing, video lottery terminals, table games, or lottery; or

(v) have a beneficial interest in any contract for the manufacture or sale of gaming devices, the conduct of any gaming activity, or the provision of any independent consulting services in connection with any gaming establishment or gaming activity.

(3) No more than five members may be of the same political party.

(4) The members of the Commission shall reflect the geographic, racial, and gender makeup of the State.

(5) A member of the Commission shall file a financial disclosure statement with the State Ethics Commission in accordance with Title 5, Subtitle 6 of the General Provisions Article.

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

(2) The terms of members are staggered as required by the terms provided for members of the Commission on October 1, 2012.

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

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

(5) A member may not serve for more than two full terms.

(d) (1) Subject to the hearing requirements of this subsection, the Governor may remove a member for cause.

(2) Before the Governor removes a member, the Governor shall give the member notice and an opportunity for a public hearing.

(e) The Governor shall appoint one member of the Commission to serve as a liaison to the State Racing Commission established under Title 11 of the Business Regulation Article.

(f) The Commission shall include at least one member who resides in a local jurisdiction in which a video lottery facility is located.
Md. Code, Estates and Trusts § 9-207 — MD Code / Article get / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-207
§9–207.
Status: in_force

(a) A disclaimer of an interest in property by an appointee of a power of appointment takes effect as of the time the instrument by which the holder exercises the power becomes irrevocable.

(b) A disclaimer of an interest in property by an object or taker in default of an exercise of power of appointment takes effect as of the time the instrument creating the power becomes irrevocable.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-202 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-202
§9–202.
Status: in_force

There is a State Commission on Uniform State Laws in the Executive Department.
Md. Code, Housing and Community Development § 9-304 — MD Code / Article ghs / Title 9 / Subtitle 3 / Section 9-304
§9–304.
Status: in_force

(a) Titles 11 through 17 of the State Finance and Procurement Article do not apply to the operation of or any transactions made by the Fund.

(b) Meetings of the Board or its members or of employees or agents of the Fund are not subject to State requirements for open or public meetings, including any requirements for open sessions under Title 3 of the General Provisions Article.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 9-805 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 9 / Subtitle 8 / Section 9-805
§9–805.
Status: in_force

(a) A person may not hinder, obstruct, or refuse to allow a fire inspection under this subtitle.

(b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject for each violation to imprisonment not exceeding 30 days or a fine not less than $10 and not exceeding $100.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 9-305 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 9 / Subtitle 3 / Section 9-305
§9–305.
Status: in_force

(a) The governing body of Baltimore County shall grant a property tax credit under this section against the county tax imposed on:

(1) real property that is owned by the Harford Park Improvement Association of Baltimore County, Incorporated;

(2) property that is:

(i) owned by the Lynch Point Improvement Association, Incorporated, of River Drive in Baltimore County; and

(ii) used only for a community or civic purpose;

(3) real property that is owned by the Chestnut Ridge Improvement Association of Baltimore County, Incorporated; and

(4) property that is:

(i) owned by the Relay Improvement Association of Baltimore County, Incorporated; and

(ii) used only for a community, civic, educational, recreational, or library purpose, if the use is not contingent on the payment of compensation, unless the compensation is used only to improve or maintain the property.

(b) The governing body of Baltimore County may grant, by law, a property tax credit under this section against the county property tax imposed on:

(1) real property that is owned by the Twin River Protective and Improvement Association, Incorporated;

(2) real property that is owned by the Bowley’s Quarters Improvement Association, Incorporated;

(3) real property that is owned by the Oliver Beach Improvement Association, Incorporated;

(4) real property that is owned by the Baltimore County Game and Fish Association;

(5) real property that is owned by the Eastfield Civic Association, Incorporated;

(6) real property that is owned by the Rockaway Beach Improvement Association;

(7) real property that is used only for and occupied by the Fire Museum of Maryland;

(8) real property that is owned by the Carney Rod and Gun Club;

(9) real property improvements that promote business redevelopment, for which credit:

(i) the governing body shall define by law what improvements are eligible; and

(ii) on reassessment by the supervisor, the governing body shall determine the credit as a percentage of the actual cost of the improvements;

(10) each unit of a condominium (as both are defined in § 11–101 of the Real Property Article), if:

(i) the governing body of the county consults with the council of unit owners (as defined in § 11–101 of the Real Property Article) of the condominium; and

(ii) the council of unit owners provides services or maintains common elements (as defined in § 11–101 of the Real Property Article) that would otherwise be the responsibility of the county;

(11) dwellings, the land on which the dwelling is located and other improvements to the land if:

(i) the dwelling is in a homeowners’ association where the dwelling has a declaration of covenants or restrictive covenants that may be enforced by an association of members;

(ii) the governing body of the county consults with the homeowners’ association; and

(iii) the governing body of the county determines that the homeowners’ association provides services that would otherwise be the responsibility of the county;

(12) real property that is:

(i) owned by the Rosa Ponselle Charitable Foundation, Incorporated, known as “Villa Pace”; and

(ii) not exempt under this article;

(13) agricultural land, not including any improvements, that is located in an agricultural preservation district;

(14) real property that is owned by Friends of the Oliver House, Inc.;

(15) real property that is owned by the Bird River Beach Community Association, Inc.;

(16) real property that is owned by Harewood Park Community League, Inc.;

(17) real property that is owned by any other nonprofit community association, civic league or organization, or recreational or athletic organization;

(18) personal property that is owned by the Genesee Valley Outdoor Learning Center, Inc.;

(19) real property that is owned by The Maryland State Game and Fish Protective Association, Inc.;

(20) real property or personal property that is owned or leased by Leadership Through Athletics, Inc., provided that, in the case of real property leased by Leadership Through Athletics, Inc., the amount of the credit shall accrue to Leadership Through Athletics, Inc.;

(21) real property that is owned by the Bowerman–Loreley Beach Community Association, Inc.;

(22) real property that is owned by Civic League of Inverness, Inc.; and

(23) real property that is owned by the Rosewald Beach Civic League.

(c) (1) A property owner is not eligible for a tax credit for agricultural land under subsection (b) of this section, and any such tax credit granted shall terminate, if the property owner:

(i) sells an easement over the property to the State; or

(ii) terminates the agricultural preservation district agreement.

(2) A property owner who has been granted a property tax credit for agricultural land under subsection (b) of this section, and who subsequently terminates the agricultural preservation district agreement shall be liable for:

(i) all property taxes that the owner would have been liable for if a property tax credit had not been granted under this section for a period not exceeding 10 years from the date that the agricultural preservation agreement was recorded;

(ii) interest on the total tax liability as required under § 14–605 of this article; and

(iii) a tax penalty as required under § 14–703 of this article.

(d) (1) The governing body of Baltimore County or of a municipal corporation in Baltimore County may grant, by law, a property tax credit against the county or municipal corporation property tax imposed on property owned by the Gunpowder Valley Conservancy, Inc. that is used:

(i) to assist in the preservation of a natural area;

(ii) for the environmental education of the public;

(iii) generally to promote conservation; or

(iv) for the maintenance of:

1. a natural area for public use; or

2. a sanctuary for wildlife.

(2) The governing body of Baltimore County or of a municipal corporation in Baltimore County may provide, by law, for:

(i) the amount and duration of the property tax credit under this section; and

(ii) any other provision necessary to carry out the property tax credit under this section.

(e) (1) Subject to paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection, the governing body of Baltimore County may grant, by law, a property tax credit against the county property tax imposed on residential real property that is:

(i) located on the following roads:

1. Allender Road south of Pulaski Highway;

2. Baker Road;

3. Beach Road;

4. Bowerman Road;

5. Loreley Road;

6. Loreley Beach Road;

7. Loreley Beach Road east;

8. Loreley Beach Road north;

9. Opie Road;

10. Maple Avenue;

11. Mayberry Road; or

12. Stevens Road south of Pulaski Highway;

(ii) determined by the governing body of Baltimore County to have been impacted adversely by its proximity to the Eastern Sanitary Landfill Solid Waste Management Facility;

(iii) used as the principal residence of a homeowner as defined in § 9–105(a)(7) of this title; and

(iv) owned by the homeowner before June 1, 2013.

(2) (i) In this paragraph, “environmental surcharges” means tipping fees that:

1. are paid to Baltimore County by the user of a refuse disposal system; and

2. have been set at a specific amount per ton of refuse that is deposited at the site of the disposal system.

(ii) A property tax credit may not be granted under paragraph (1) of this subsection unless the governing body of Baltimore County approves the use of environmental surcharges to offset the total amount of the property tax credits granted.

(3) A property tax credit under paragraph (1) of this subsection may not be granted for any taxable year beginning after the date on which Baltimore County ceases to allow the transfer of solid waste from Harford County at the Eastern Sanitary Landfill Solid Waste Management Facility.

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

(ii) “Combined income” has the meaning stated in § 9–104 of this title.

(iii) “Dwelling” has the meaning stated in § 9–104 of this title.

(iv) “Homeowner” has the meaning stated in § 9–104 of this title.

(2) Subject to paragraph (4) of this subsection, the governing body of Baltimore County shall grant a property tax credit under this subsection against the county property tax imposed on a dwelling that is owned by a homeowner who:

(i) is at least 70 years old; and

(ii) qualifies to receive either the credit allowed under § 9–104 of this title or the local supplement under § 11–2–111 of the Baltimore County Code.

(3) For each taxable year, the credit under this subsection equals 50% of the sum of the amounts awarded under § 9–104 of this title and § 11–2–111 of the Baltimore County Code.

(4) A homeowner shall be eligible for the credit under this subsection if:

(i) the homeowner, in the homeowner’s application for the credit allowed under § 9–104 of this title or the local supplement under § 11–2–111 of the Baltimore County Code, demonstrates that at least one individual who owns and resides in the dwelling is at least 70 years old;

(ii) the homeowner has resided in the dwelling for the preceding 10 years;

(iii) the combined income of the homeowner does not exceed 150% of the federal poverty level; and

(iv) with the exception of §§ 9–104 and 9–105 of this title and § 11–2–111 of the Baltimore County Code, the homeowner does not receive any other property tax credit provided by Baltimore County.

(5) (i) Except as provided in subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, the credit allowed under this subsection shall be applied automatically each year to the property tax due from an eligible homeowner.

(ii) A homeowner may elect not to receive the credit under this subsection.

(iii) If, in accordance with subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, a homeowner elects not to receive the credit under this subsection, the homeowner may receive any other property tax credit provided by Baltimore County for which the homeowner is eligible.

(6) (i) The Department is responsible for administrative duties that relate to the application and determination of eligibility for a property tax credit under this subsection.

(ii) Neither the Department nor the county may require a homeowner to file a separate application in order to receive the credit under this subsection.

(iii) The county:

1. shall reimburse the Department for the reasonable cost of administering the tax credit under this subsection; and

2. may provide, by law, for regulations and procedures for the application and uniform processing of requests for the tax credit under this subsection.

(g) (1) In this subsection, “dwelling” has the meaning stated in § 9–105 of this title.

(2) (i) Subject to subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, the governing body of Baltimore County may grant, by law, a property tax credit against the county property tax imposed on a dwelling that is owned by an individual:

1. who has resided in the dwelling for at least 30 consecutive years;

2. whose combined income, as defined in § 9–104 of this title, does not exceed $60,000; and

3. who is at least 65 years old.

(ii) The amount of the tax credit granted under this subsection shall equal 100% of any increase in the property tax imposed on the dwelling that is attributable to a county property tax rate that exceeds $1.10 for each $100 of assessment.

(3) The governing body of Baltimore County may establish, by law:

(i) the duration of the tax credit;

(ii) additional eligibility criteria for the tax credit;

(iii) regulations and procedures for the application and uniform processing of requests for the tax credit; and

(iv) any other provision necessary to carry out the tax credit.

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

(ii) “Combined income” has the meaning stated in § 9–104 of this title.

(iii) “Dwelling” has the meaning stated in § 9–104 of this title.

(iv) “Hardship” means:

1. an illness or accident–related injury of a homeowner or a member of the homeowner’s immediate family; or

2. a property casualty event at a homeowner’s dwelling.

(v) “Homeowner” has the meaning stated in § 9–104 of this title.

(2) The governing body of Baltimore County may grant, by law, a property tax credit against the county property tax imposed on a dwelling that is owned by a homeowner whose combined income exceeds $60,000 if the homeowner demonstrates that:

(i) the homeowner was denied the property tax credit under § 9–104 of this title for having a combined income that exceeds $60,000;

(ii) the homeowner suffered a hardship in the calendar year that precedes the year in which the homeowner applies for the credit;

(iii) the homeowner paid or incurred expenses relating to the hardship that resulted in significant financial distress for the homeowner; and

(iv) the homeowner’s combined income would not have exceeded $60,000 if not for expenses related to the hardship.

(3) The homeowner shall include, in the form required by the governing body of the county, an itemized list of all sources of income and expenses of the homeowner, including expenses related to the hardship.

(4) The governing body of Baltimore County may establish, by law:

(i) the amount and duration of the tax credit;

(ii) additional eligibility criteria for the tax credit;

(iii) regulations and procedures for the application and uniform processing of requests for the tax credit; and

(iv) any other provision necessary to carry out the tax credit.

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

(ii) “Eligible construction” means construction of a new supermarket or any substantial renovation of an existing supermarket.

(iii) “Supermarket” means a grocery store that has:

1. all major food departments, including produce, meat, seafood, dairy, and canned and packaged goods;

2. more than 50% of total sales derived from food sales; and

3. more than 50% of total floor space dedicated to food sales.

(2) The governing body of Baltimore County may grant, by law, a property tax credit under this subsection against the county personal property tax imposed on personal property that is owned by a supermarket that:

(i) completes eligible construction; and

(ii) is located in a food desert retail incentive area.

(3) The governing body of Baltimore County shall, by law, designate what constitutes a food desert retail incentive area for purposes of the tax credit under this subsection.

(4) A property tax credit granted under this subsection for a taxable year may not exceed the amount of property tax imposed on the personal property of a supermarket in that year.

(5) The governing body of Baltimore County may establish, by law:

(i) limits on the cumulative amount of property tax credits granted under this subsection;

(ii) additional limitations on the amount of the credit;

(iii) additional eligibility requirements for supermarkets to qualify for the tax credit under this subsection;

(iv) additional criteria for what constitutes eligible construction that may qualify a supermarket for the tax credit under this subsection; and

(v) any other provisions necessary to carry out this subsection.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-2707 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 27 / Section 9-2707
§9–2707.
Status: in_force

(a) Each community water system and community sewerage system shall report, in accordance with the process established under subsection (b) of this section, a cybersecurity incident, including an attack on an information technology system or operational technology system being used by the community water system or community sewerage system provider, to the State Security Operations Center in the Department of Information Technology.

(b) (1) The State Chief Information Security Officer, in consultation with the Department, shall establish a process for community water system providers, community sewerage system providers, and other members of the water and wastewater sector to report cybersecurity incidents.

(2) The reporting process shall specify:

(i) The circumstances under which an incident must be reported;

(ii) The manner in which an entity must report an incident; and

(iii) The time period within which an entity must report an incident.

(c) The State Security Operations Center shall immediately notify the Department and the other appropriate State and local government agencies of a cybersecurity incident reported under this section.

(d) (1) On or before January 1, 2027, and each year thereafter, the Office of Security Management in the Department of Information Technology shall publish a report that describes the number and type of incidents reported by community water systems and community sewerage systems in the preceding calendar year.

(2) The report required under this subsection may not identify the impacted community water systems or community sewerage systems.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-20D-06 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 20D / Section 9-20D-06
§9–20D–06.
Status: in_force

(a) A property owner may subject property to a regulated sustainable energy contract by recording or authorizing the recordation of the regulated sustainable energy contract among the land records in the county where the property is located.

(b) (1) Subject to § 9–20D–08 of this subtitle, a person who acquires property subject to a regulated sustainable energy contract, whether by purchase or other means, assumes the obligation to pay the qualified contractor in accordance with the rate and payment schedules in the regulated sustainable energy contract.

(2) A person selling or transferring a property subject to a regulated sustainable energy contract shall provide written notice to the person acquiring the property that the person acquiring the property shall assume the obligation to pay the qualified contractor in accordance with the rate and payment schedules in the regulated sustainable energy contract.
Md. Code, Human Services § 9-203 — MD Code / Article ghu / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-203
§9–203.
Status: in_force

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

(b) The Secretary may establish, reorganize, or abolish areas of responsibility in the Department as necessary to fulfill the duties assigned to the Secretary.
Md. Code, Corporations and Associations § 9A-705 — MD Code / Article gca / Title 9A / Subtitle 7 / Section 9A-705
§9A–705.
Status: in_force

Continued use of a partnership name, or a dissociated partner’s name as part thereof, by partners continuing the business does not of itself make the dissociated partner liable for an obligation of the partners or the partnership continuing the business.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-912.2 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 9 / Section 9-912.2
§9–912.
Status: reserved

§9–912.2.

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

(2) “Bed lease payments” means a daily rate paid by the contractor that operates the Charlotte Hall Veterans Home to the State in lease payments based on the total number of beds, regardless of whether all of the beds are filled.

(3) “Fund” means the Charlotte Hall Veterans Home Fund.

(b) There is a Charlotte Hall Veterans Home Fund.

(c) The purpose of the Fund is to maintain the operation of the Charlotte Hall Veterans Home.

(d) The Secretary shall administer the Fund.

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

(ii) Except as provided in subparagraph (iii) of this paragraph, any unspent portions of the Fund may not be transferred to or revert to the General Fund of the State.

(iii) If, after deducting all expenses authorized under subsection (g) of this section, the remaining balance of the revenue to the Department from bed lease payments at the end of a fiscal year is greater than 10% of the total budget of the Charlotte Hall Veterans Home for that fiscal year, the amount of the remaining balance that is in excess of 10% of the total budget shall revert to the General Fund of the State.

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

(f) The Fund consists of bed lease payments.

(g) The Fund may be used only for:

(1) the salaries and benefits of the departmental staff of the Charlotte Hall Veterans Home;

(2) improvements to the Charlotte Hall Veterans Home; and

(3) any other operating expenses of the Charlotte Hall Veterans Home.

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

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

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

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

(k) The Office of Legislative Audits shall audit the accounts and transactions of the Fund as provided in § 2–1220 of this article.
Md. Code, Education § 9-108 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 9 / Subtitle 1 / Section 9-108
§9–108.
Status: in_force

(a) Employees of a public charter school:

(1) Are public school employees, as defined in §§ 6–401(e) and 6–501(g) of this article;

(2) Are employees of a public school employer, as defined in §§ 6–401(f) and 6–501(h) of this article, in the county in which the public charter school is located; and

(3) Shall have the rights granted under Title 6, Subtitles 4 and 5 of this article.

(b) If a collective bargaining agreement under Title 6, Subtitle 4 or Subtitle 5 of this article is already in existence in the county where a public charter school is located, the employee organization, public school employer, and the public charter school may mutually agree to negotiate amendments to the existing agreement to address the needs of the particular public charter school, including amendments to work days, work hours, school year, procedures for transfers that are consistent with the instructional mission of the school, and extra duty assignments.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 9-402 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 9 / Subtitle 4 / Section 9-402
§9–402.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Subject to the provisions of this subtitle, a licensed landscape architect may practice landscape architecture for others through:

(i) a corporation as an officer, employee, or agent of the corporation;

(ii) a partnership as a partner, an employee, or an agent of the partnership; or

(iii) a limited liability company as a member, an employee, or an agent of the limited liability company.

(2) Subject to the provisions of this subtitle, a corporation, partnership, or limited liability company may provide landscape architectural services through a licensed landscape architect.

(b) A licensed landscape architect who practices landscape architecture through a corporation, partnership, or limited liability company under this subtitle is subject to all of the provisions of this title that relate to practicing landscape architecture.

(c) (1) A corporation, partnership, or limited liability company that provides landscape architectural services to others under this subtitle is not, by its compliance with this subtitle, relieved of any responsibility that the corporation, partnership, or limited liability company may have for an act or omission of its officer, partner, member, employee, or agent.

(2) An individual who practices landscape architecture through a corporation, partnership, or limited liability company is not, by reason of the individual’s employment or other relationship with the corporation, partnership, or limited liability company, relieved of any individual responsibility that the individual may have regarding that practice.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 9-304 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 9 / Subtitle 3 / Section 9-304
§9–304.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Each member of the Commission shall devote full time to the duties of office.

(2) While on the Commission, a member may not:

(i) practice law;

(ii) hold any political employment under State or federal law; or

(iii) hold any other position or engage in any business that interferes or is inconsistent with any duty of office.

(b) (1) Each member of the Commission is entitled to:

(i) the salary provided in the State budget; and

(ii) reimbursement for expenses under the Standard State Travel Regulations, as provided in the State budget.

(2) The annual salary of a member of the Commission:

(i) shall at least equal the salary provided in the State budget for a judge of the district court; and

(ii) for the Chairman, shall be at least $1,500 more than the salary of the other members.

(3) Except as provided in paragraphs (1) and (2) of this subsection, a member of the Commission may not receive a fee or perquisite for the discharge of any duty of office.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 9-104 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 9 / Subtitle 1 / Section 9-104
§9–104.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) At least one smoke alarm shall be provided in each residential sleeping area.

(2) Smoke alarms required in one– and two–family dwellings constructed before July 1, 1975, shall be battery powered or alternating current (AC) primary electric powered units.

(3) Smoke alarms required in one– and two–family dwellings constructed between July 1, 1975, and June 30, 1990, shall be alternating current (AC) primary electric powered units.

(4) Smoke alarms required in multifamily residential occupancies including apartments, lodging or rooming houses, dormitories, and hotels shall be alternating current (AC) primary electric powered units.

(5) Smoke alarms required in a residential occupancy constructed on or after July 1, 1990, shall be alternating current (AC) primary electric powered units with battery backup or an approved alternate secondary power source.

(b) At least one smoke alarm shall be installed in each level of a residential occupancy constructed on or after January 1, 1989, including basements and excluding unoccupied attics, garages, and crawl spaces.

(c) If two or more smoke alarms are required within a residential unit constructed on or after January 1, 1989, the smoke alarms shall be arranged so that activation of any one smoke alarm causes alarm activation of all other required smoke alarms within the residential unit.

(d) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, smoke alarm placement in a one– or two–family dwelling shall be upgraded to comply with paragraph (3) of this subsection in existing residential occupancies when any one of the following occurs:

(i) the existing smoke alarms exceed 10 years from the date of manufacture;

(ii) the existing smoke alarms fail to respond to operability tests or otherwise malfunction;

(iii) there is a change of tenant in a residential unit and the residential unit has not previously been equipped in accordance with this subtitle with sealed long–life battery smoke alarms with silence/hush button features within the 10 years preceding the change of tenant; or

(iv) a building permit is issued for an additional residential unit or alteration to a residential unit.

(2) Smoke alarm placement shall be upgraded to comply with paragraph (3) of this subsection in all existing residential occupancies on or before January 1, 2018.

(3) Upgraded smoke alarm placement shall include the following:

(i) a minimum of one smoke alarm on each level of the residential unit, including basements and excluding unoccupied attics, garages, and crawl spaces;

(ii) smoke alarms shall be alternating current (AC) primary powered units with battery backup, except as follows:

1. smoke alarms in one– and two–family dwellings constructed before July 1, 1975, may be battery operated; and

2. smoke alarms required in new locations by this section, if smoke alarms did not previously exist, may be battery operated; and

(iii) if battery operated smoke alarms are permitted, only sealed, tamper resistant units incorporating a silence/hush button and using long–life batteries may be used.

(e) In one– and two–family dwellings, a smoke detector installed as a part of an approved household fire alarm system is an acceptable alternative to the AC powered–battery backup smoke alarms required by this section, if the smoke detectors are installed and located as specified in subsection (a) of this section.

(f) A smoke detector installed as a part of an approved fire alarm system is an acceptable alternative to the AC powered–battery backup smoke alarms required by this section, if the smoke detectors are installed and located as specified in subsection (a) of this section.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-2001 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 9 / Subtitle 20 / Section 9-2001
§9–2001.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Unless otherwise provided under this title, from 1 a.m. to 7 a.m. on Monday through Saturday and after 1 a.m. on Sunday, an individual may not consume alcoholic beverages in a premises licensed under this title.

(2) An owner, operator, or manager of a premises licensed under this title may not allow the consumption of alcoholic beverages that is prohibited under paragraph (1) of this subsection.

(b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $500 for each offense.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-1103 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 11 / Section 9-1103
§9–1103.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “public agency” means:

(1) Any State, county, or municipal authority;

(2) Any public drainage commission;

(3) Any public sewerage commission;

(4) Any public water commission; or

(5) Any sanitary district created under Subtitle 6 of this title.

(b) (1) A public agency may make a contract or an agreement with the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission:

(i) To connect any drainage, sewerage, or water system of that public agency with facilities of the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission;

(ii) To buy water from or sell water to the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission;

(iii) To accept drainage or sewage from the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission; and

(iv) To send drainage or sewage to the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission.

(2) A public agency may make any other agreement with the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission to aid in the building or operation of any drainage system, sewerage system, or water system built or operated by the public agency or the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission.

(c) The powers granted in this section are in addition to and not limited by any other powers granted to a public agency.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 9-414 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 9 / Subtitle 4 / Section 9-414
§9–414.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) A person may not deliver a weapon to a person detained or confined in a place of confinement.

(2) A person may not possess a weapon with the intent to deliver it to a person detained or confined in a place of confinement.

(3) A person may not deposit or conceal a weapon in or about a place of confinement or on any land appurtenant to the place of confinement to effect an escape.

(4) A person detained or confined in a place of confinement may not knowingly possess or receive a weapon.

(b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a felony and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 10 years or a fine not exceeding $5,000 or both.
Md. Code, Land Use § 9-301 — MD Code / Article glu / Title 9 / Subtitle 3 / Section 9-301
§9–301.
Status: in_force

This subtitle applies to Baltimore County.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 9-327 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 9 / Subtitle 3 / Section 9-327
§9–327.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Eligible county” means Allegany County and Garrett County.

(3) “Eligible dwelling” means newly constructed residential real property:

(i) that has not been previously occupied since its construction;

(ii) for which the building permit for construction was issued on or after June 1, 2024; and

(iii) occupied by the purchaser of the dwelling as the purchaser’s principal residence.

(b) The governing body of an eligible county or a municipal corporation located in an eligible county may grant, by law, a property tax credit against the property tax imposed on an eligible dwelling if the eligible dwelling is constructed or equipped with:

(1) a sprinkler system installed in accordance with Title 9, Subtitle 2 of the Public Safety Article or local law;

(2) an on–site sewage disposal system installed in accordance with Title 9 of the Environment Article or local law; or

(3) fixed broadband Internet access service connectivity.

(c) The credit allowed under this section:

(1) may not exceed $10,000; and

(2) may be claimed in the taxable year that the property qualifies for the credit and the 4 taxable years following the taxable year in which the property qualifies for the credit.

(d) The governing body of an eligible county or a municipal corporation located in an eligible county that grants a property tax credit under this section may provide, by law, for:

(1) subject to the limitation under subsection (c)(1) of this section, the amount of the credit;

(2) additional eligibility criteria for the credit;

(3) regulations and procedures for the application and uniform processing of requests for the tax credit; and

(4) any other provision necessary to carry out the tax credit under this section.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 9-701 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 9 / Subtitle 7 / Section 9-701
§9–701.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Defense-related activity” means:

(1) the preparation of the United States or a state for defense or war; or

(2) the prosecution of war by the United States or a country with which the United States maintains friendly relations.

(c) “Identification badge” means a badge that a person wears to show the person’s identity or right to be in or on any premises described in § 9-704 of this subtitle.

(d) “Identification card” means a card or pass issued for the purpose of establishing the identity and the right of the person to be in or on any premises described in § 9-704 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-1E-03 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 1E / Section 9-1E-03
§9–1E–03.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Unless the context requires otherwise, the requirements under §§ 9–1A–04, 9–1A–06, 9–1A–07, 9–1A–08, 9–1A–12, 9–1A–14, 9–1A–18, 9–1A–19, 9–1A–20, and 9–1A–25 of this title apply to the authority, duties, and responsibilities of the Commission, a sports wagering licensee, and an employee or a contractor of a sports wagering licensee under this subtitle.

(2) The Commission shall consider the use of technology, remote surveillance, and other similar measures to carry out its duties under this subsection and § 9–1E–04 of this subtitle.

(b) This subtitle authorizes a sports wagering licensee to conduct and operate sports wagering in the State as provided in this subtitle.

(c) A sports wagering licensee:

(1) shall:

(i) comply with all State and federal data security laws; and

(ii) maintain all sports wagering data securely for at least 5 years; and

(2) may not:

(i) share any personally identifiable information with any third parties without permission, except as needed to operate sports wagering and administer the licensee’s obligations under this subtitle;

(ii) target advertising to individuals who are prohibited from participating in sports wagering and other at–risk individuals; or

(iii) engage in any false or deceptive advertising.

(d) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, a sports wagering facility is subject to local zoning laws.

(2) The use of a facility for sports wagering is not required to be submitted to or approved by any county or municipal zoning board, authority, or unit if the facility is properly zoned and operating as of the effective date of this Act for the following activities:

(i) operation of a video lottery facility;

(ii) pari–mutuel betting on horse racing; or

(iii) operation of electronic bingo or electronic tip jar machines.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-2007 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 20 / Section 9-2007
§9–2007.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Installed electricity generation capacity” means the maximum direct current power output in watts of the array of photovoltaic modules rated under standard test condition.

(3) “Photovoltaic property” means solar energy property with an installed electricity generation capacity of 20 kilowatts or less that uses a solar photovoltaic process to generate electricity and that meets applicable performance and quality standards and certification requirements in effect at the time of acquisition of the property, as specified by the Maryland Energy Administration.

(4) “Program” means the Solar Energy Grant Program.

(5) (i) “Solar energy property” means equipment that uses solar energy:

1. to generate electricity;

2. to heat or cool a structure or provide hot water for use in a structure; or

3. to provide solar process heat.

(ii) “Solar energy property” does not include a swimming pool, hot tub, or any other energy storage medium that has a function other than storage.

(6) “Solar water heating property” means solar energy property that:

(i) when installed in connection with a structure, uses solar energy for the purpose of providing hot water for use within the structure; and

(ii) meets applicable performance and quality standards and certification requirements in effect at the time of acquisition of the property, as specified by the Maryland Energy Administration.

(b) There is a Solar Energy Grant Program in the Administration.

(c) The purpose of the Program is to provide grants to individuals, local governments, and businesses for a portion of the costs of acquiring and installing photovoltaic property and solar water heating property.

(d) The Administration shall:

(1) administer the Program;

(2) establish application procedures for the Program; and

(3) award grants from the Program.

(e) A grant awarded under the Program may not exceed:

(1) for photovoltaic property, the lesser of $2,500 per kilowatt of installed electricity generation capacity or $10,000; and

(2) for solar water heating property, the lesser of $3,000 or 30% of the total installed cost of the solar water heating property.

(f) Subject to the limitations in subsection (e) of this section, the Administration may adjust the grant amounts under the Program to reflect market conditions and the prevailing prices of photovoltaic property and solar water heating property.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 9-301 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 9 / Subtitle 3 / Section 9-301
§9–301.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise provided in this title, an individual shall be licensed by the Board before the individual may practice landscape architecture in the State.

(b) This section does not apply to:

(1) an individual who practices landscape architecture while performing official duties as an employee of the federal government;

(2) an individual while practicing landscape architecture under the supervision of a licensed landscape architect, if the individual does not assume responsible charge of design or supervision; or

(3) an individual while practicing landscape architecture as an employee of a person who is authorized to practice landscape architecture, if the employee does not assume responsible charge of design or supervision.
Md. Code, Courts and Judicial Proceedings § 9-406 — MD Code / Article gcj / Title 9 / Subtitle 4 / Section 9-406
§9–406.
Status: in_force

In applying and construing this uniform act, consideration shall be given to the need to promote uniformity of the law with respect to its subject matter among states that enact it.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-632 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 6 / Section 9-632
§9–632.
Status: in_force

(a) For the purposes of carrying out this subtitle, each district has, in addition to the powers provided elsewhere in this subtitle, the powers set forth in Part IV of this subtitle.

(b) Except as otherwise provided in this subtitle, a district has all of the powers, privileges, and immunities granted to Maryland corporations under the Maryland General Corporation Law.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-11A-09 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 11A / Section 9-11A-09
§9–11A–09.
Status: in_force

The Board, in consultation with the Department, shall:

(1) Make recommendations to the Department on the adoption of regulations to carry out the provisions of this subtitle, including:

(i) Licensing procedures, definitions, qualifications, and continuing education requirements for the following categories:

1. Designer;

2. Master installer and journey installer;

3. Master on–site wastewater property transfer inspector and journey on–site wastewater property transfer inspector;

4. Master pumper and journey pumper; and

5. Master operation and maintenance provider and journey operation and maintenance provider;

(ii) Certification procedures, definitions, qualifications, and continuing education requirements for the following categories:

1. Designer;

2. Advanced treatment installer;

3. Mound installer;

4. Drip dispersal installer;

5. Pump dispersal system installer;

6. Advanced treatment operation and maintenance provider;

7. Advanced treatment unit pumper;

8. Advanced treatment property transfer inspector; and

9. Any other category associated with a specific on–site wastewater treatment technology; and

(iii) Minimum standards for any processes, procedures, techniques, and materials associated with on–site wastewater systems;

(2) Review regulations proposed by the Department to carry out the provisions of this subtitle;

(3) Establish a code of ethics provided by the Department for:

(i) Members of the Board; and

(ii) Individuals licensed and certified by the Board;

(4) On or before June 1, 2024, make recommendations to the Department for establishing the licensing and certification procedures specified under item (1) of this section;

(5) Collect and account for the fees provided for under this subtitle; and

(6) Keep a current record of all individuals and entities licensed under this subtitle.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-803 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 8 / Section 9-803
§9–803.
Status: in_force

(a) The Commission consists of the following members:

(1) two members of the Senate of Maryland, appointed by the President of the Senate;

(2) two members of the House of Delegates, appointed by the Speaker of the House;

(3) the State Superintendent of Schools, or the Superintendent’s designee;

(4) the Secretary of Housing and Community Development, or the Secretary’s designee;

(5) the Commissioner of Financial Regulation in the Maryland Department of Labor, or the Commissioner’s designee;

(6) the Executive Director of the Family Investment Administration in the Department of Human Services, or the Executive Director’s designee;

(7) the Chief of the Consumer Protection Division of the Office of the Attorney General, or the Chief’s designee;

(8) the State Treasurer, or the State Treasurer’s designee;

(9) the Comptroller, or the Comptroller’s designee;

(10) the Secretary of Higher Education, or the Secretary’s designee;

(11) the Secretary of Disabilities, or the Secretary’s designee; and

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

(i) one member of the Board of Trustees of the Maryland State Employees Supplemental Retirement Plans;

(ii) one member of the Maryland State Education Association who teaches a course involving principles of financial education;

(iii) one representative of the Maryland CASH Campaign;

(iv) one representative of a community–focused nonprofit organization that provides free financial education in the State;

(v) one representative of a philanthropic organization that provides funding for financial education in the State;

(vi) one representative of the Maryland Council on Economic Education or the Maryland Coalition for Financial Literacy;

(vii) one representative of a bank, whether or not State–chartered, that has a branch in the State;

(viii) one representative of a credit union, whether or not State–chartered, that has a branch in the State;

(ix) one licensed mortgage broker holding the Maryland Association of Mortgage Brokers’ “Lending Seal of Integrity”;

(x) one member of the Maryland Association of CPAs; and

(xi) one representative of a nonprofit organization in the State that provides financial assistance and free financial education to State residents for postsecondary education.

(b) (1) The term of an appointed member of the Commission is 4 years.

(2) The terms of the appointed members are staggered as required by the terms provided for appointed members of the Commission on October 1, 2012.

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

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

(c) (1) The President of the Senate shall designate one of the members appointed from the Senate as co–chair of the Commission.

(2) The Speaker of the House of Delegates shall designate one of the members appointed from the House as co–chair of the Commission.

(d) The Maryland CASH Campaign shall provide staff for the Commission.

(e) A member of the Commission:

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

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

(f) The Commission shall meet at least two times each year at the times and places determined by the Commission.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 9-615 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 9 / Subtitle 6 / Section 9-615
§9–615.
Status: in_force

A proposal to convert to a federal association requires approval by a majority vote of the total number of votes eligible to be cast by the members of the savings and loan association.
Md. Code, Public Utilities § 9-311 — MD Code / Article gpu / Title 9 / Subtitle 3 / Section 9-311
§9–311.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) At least 30 days before making a determination, the local governing body of a county shall notify a railroad company that the county will consider the need to protect a railroad crossing over a public highway if:

(i) the crossing is in the county but outside of a municipal corporation;

(ii) the crossing is at grade; and

(iii) the highway is believed to be of a character as to render dangerous the passage of locomotives and trains on it.

(2) A county shall give the notice by serving written notice on the superintendent or other agent of the railroad company in the county.

(3) After the 30-day period, the local governing body of a county may determine that protection is necessary at the crossing.

(4) The county shall notify the railroad company through its superintendent or ticket agent in the county that, within 60 days, the railroad company shall:

(i) place a flagman or a system of electric alarm bells at the crossing to give timely notice to all persons using the crossing of the approach of trains;

(ii) erect safety gates at the crossing that shall be closed not less than one-half minute before the passage and during the passage of a train; or

(iii) change the crossing at grade to an undergrade or overgrade crossing.

(b) If a railroad company does not comply with the requirements of a county under subsection (a)(4) of this section, the railroad company is subject to a fine of $25 per day for each day that the company is not in compliance.

(c) (1) As other fines are collected, the local governing body of a county shall enforce the payment of fines imposed by subsection (b) of this section in the circuit court for the county.

(2) The State’s Attorney of the county shall prosecute under this subsection when the local governing body of the county so directs.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 9-3A-04 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 9 / Subtitle 3A / Section 9-3A-04
§9–3A–04.
Status: in_force

(a) The Board shall keep a file of each application for a license made under this subtitle.

(b) The file shall contain:

(1) The name, address, and age of the applicant;

(2) The name and address of the employer or business connection of the applicant;

(3) The date of the application;

(4) Complete and current information on the educational, training, and experience qualifications of the applicant;

(5) The date the Board reviewed and acted on the application;

(6) The action taken by the Board on the application;

(7) The identifying numbers of any license or renewal license issued to the applicant; and

(8) Any other information that the Board considers necessary.

(c) The application files shall be open to public inspection.
Md. Code, Public Utilities § 9-303 — MD Code / Article gpu / Title 9 / Subtitle 3 / Section 9-303
§9–303.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, a Maryland railroad company may locate, construct, maintain, and operate a railroad in the State if the railroad is not more than 100 feet wide at the graded surface.

(2) A railroad may be wider than 100 feet if the Maryland railroad company determines that it is necessary for:

(i) cuts and fills for a slope or embankment;

(ii) multiple sets of tracks; or

(iii) sidetracks, turnouts, depots, buildings, and other works connected with the operation of the railroad.

(b) (1) A Maryland railroad company may acquire land and other property that it determines is convenient or necessary for the site of the railroad or for additions to the railroad by:

(i) purchase, either in fee simple or any lesser estate, in accordance with law; or

(ii) condemnation under Title 5, Subtitle 4 of this article and Title 12 of the Real Property Article.

(2) A Maryland railroad company may acquire by purchase or gift lands near the railroad that it determines are necessary to secure the right-of-way or aid in the construction of the railroad.

(c) (1) Land that a Maryland railroad company acquires may be held or conveyed as determined by the board of directors of the Maryland railroad company.

(2) Deeds and conveyances made by a Maryland railroad company shall be signed by the president of the company under its corporate seal.

(d) This section does not authorize a Maryland railroad company to condemn, use, or occupy any part of a highway, including the space under or over a highway, without the consent of the proper authorities of the municipal corporation or county where the highway is located.
Md. Code, Land Use § 9-1301 — MD Code / Article glu / Title 9 / Subtitle 13 / Section 9-1301
§9–1301.
Status: in_force

This subtitle applies to Howard County.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 9-101 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 9 / Subtitle 1 / Section 9-101
§9–101.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Client” means an individual who seeks employment through an employment agency.

(c) (1) “Employment agency” means a person who, for a fee:

(i) obtains, offers to obtain, or attempts to obtain:

1. an employee for a person who seeks an employee; or

2. employment for a client;

(ii) provides to a client information to enable the client to obtain employment;

(iii) obtains, offers to obtain, or attempts to obtain employment or an engagement in connection with an entertainment, exhibition, or performance, including:

1. a ballet;

2. a circus;

3. a concert;

4. the legitimate theater;

5. modeling;

6. a motion picture;

7. an opera;

8. a phonograph recording;

9. the radio;

10. a transcription;

11. television;

12. the variety field; or

13. vaudeville; or

(iv) 1. obtains, offers to obtain, or attempts to obtain an alien labor certification or immigrant visa for an individual; and

2. participates directly or indirectly in the recruitment or supply of an individual who resides outside of the continental United States for employment in the continental United States.

(2) “Employment agency” does not include a person who merely:

(i) conducts a business that directly employs individuals to provide part–time or temporary services to another person;

(ii) as a lawyer, directly obtains an immigrant visa for an individual;

(iii) conducts a business that:

1. receives a fee that is paid wholly by an employer;

2. does not collect money from an individual seeking employment; and

3. does not require an individual seeking employment to make a contract; or

(iv) operates a nursing referral service agency that is licensed under Title 19, Subtitle 4B of the Health – General Article.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 9-507 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 9 / Subtitle 5 / Section 9-507
§9–507.
Status: reserved

The common-law crime of criminal defamation is repealed.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 9-917 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 9 / Subtitle 9 / Section 9-917
§9–917.
Status: in_force

In the interpretation and construction of this title and Title 8 of this article:

(1) A reference to a statute or to a regulation issued by a government agency includes the statute or regulation with all amendments and supplements to the statute and any new statute or regulation substituted for such statute or regulation, as in force at the time of application of the provision in which such reference is made, unless the specific language or the context of the reference clearly includes only the statute or regulation as in force on the effective date of this section.

(2) (i) A power of an association provided in this title and Title 8 of this article that is subject to regulation of the Division Director may be exercised, subject to the provisions of this title and Title 8 of this article, in the absence of such regulation.

(ii) A power of an association provided in this title and Title 8 of this article that is subject to approval of the Division Director may not be exercised in the absence of such written approval.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-1A-11 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 1A / Section 9-1A-11
§9–1A–11.
Status: in_force

(a) Any video lottery operation licenses not issued or awarded for a location authorized under this subtitle shall automatically revert to the State.

(b) (1) Except as provided in paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection, a licensee shall commence operation of video lottery terminals in a permanent facility at the location for which the video lottery operation license has been awarded within 18 months after the license is awarded.

(2) (i) On a determination by the Commission that extenuating circumstances exist that are beyond the control of an awardee and have prevented the awardee from complying with the requirements of paragraph (1) of this subsection, the Commission may allow the awardee an extension of 6 months to comply with the requirements.

(ii) The Commission may not grant more than two extensions to an awardee under this paragraph.

(3) Notwithstanding paragraphs (1) and (2) of this subsection, the Commission may allow an awardee of a video lottery operation license in Prince George’s County to commence operation in a permanent facility more than 18 months, but not more than 30 months, after the license is awarded.

(4) If a video lottery operation awardee fails to comply with the requirements of this subsection, the license awarded to the awardee shall be revoked and shall automatically revert to the State.

(c) (1) Nothing in this subtitle may be construed to prohibit a video lottery operation licensee that is issued a license from beginning video lottery terminal or table game operations in a temporary facility that meets the minimum requirements established in regulations adopted by the State Lottery and Gaming Control Commission.

(2) Notwithstanding the provisions of paragraph (1) of this subsection, a video lottery operation licensee shall be operational in a permanent facility no later than 30 months after the award of the video lottery operation license.

(3) Notwithstanding paragraph (1) of this subsection, a video lottery facility in Prince George’s County may not begin video lottery terminal or table game operations in a temporary facility or in a structure, including a hotel or conference center, that exists on August 15, 2012.

(d) (1) For a location in Allegany County, if video lottery terminals are permanently located in the Rocky Gap Lodge and Resort, the licensee shall restrict public access to the video lottery facility from the Rocky Gap Lodge and Resort.

(2) (i) Subject to subparagraphs (ii) and (iii) of this paragraph, for a location in Allegany County, if video lottery terminals are permanently located in the Rocky Gap Lodge and Resort and existing meeting space is eliminated as a result of the video lottery terminals, the licensee shall provide for meeting space that is accessible from the Rocky Gap Lodge and Resort within 36 months after issuance of the video lottery operation license, subject to the approval of the Video Lottery Facility Location Commission and the State Lottery and Gaming Control Commission.

(ii) The licensee shall restrict public access to the video lottery facility from any meeting space provided under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph.

(iii) The licensee may not begin table game operations until the licensee submits evidence satisfactory to the State Lottery and Gaming Control Commission that replacement work has begun to provide meeting space equal to or greater than the eliminated meeting space.
Md. Code, Insurance § 9-310 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 9 / Subtitle 3 / Section 9-310
§9–310.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) A person with a claim against an insurer under a policy or surety bond that is also a covered claim against an insolvent insurer shall exhaust first the person’s rights under the policy or surety bond.

(2) The amount payable on a covered claim under this subtitle shall be reduced by the amount of any recovery under the policy or surety bond.

(b) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, a person with a claim that may be recovered under more than one insurance guaranty corporation or its equivalent shall seek recovery first:

(i) if the claim is a first party claim for damage to property with a permanent location, from the corporation or its equivalent of the location of the property; and

(ii) if the claim is any other claim, from the corporation or its equivalent of the residence of the insured.

(2) A person with a claim under a surety bond that may be recovered under more than one insurance guaranty corporation or its equivalent shall seek recovery first from the corporation or its equivalent of the place of performance of the obligation described in the surety bond.

(c) A recovery under this subtitle shall be reduced by the amount of recovery from any other insurance guaranty corporation or its equivalent.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-1501 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 15 / Section 9-1501
§9–1501.
Status: in_force

In this subtitle, “cleaning agent” means a laundry detergent, dishwashing compound, household cleaner, metal cleaner, degreasing compound, commercial cleaner, industrial cleaner, phosphate compound, or other substance that is intended to be used for cleaning purposes.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-909 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 9 / Section 9-909
§9–909.
Status: in_force

“Home” means the home or homes for veterans that the Department supervises.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 9-808 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 9 / Subtitle 8 / Section 9-808
§9–808.
Status: in_force

When an award is made against the Subsequent Injury Fund, the Subsequent Injury Fund may appeal the decision in accordance with Subtitle 7 of this title.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-1706.1 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 17 / Section 9-1706.1
§9–1706.
Status: in_force

§9–1706.1.

(a) There is a voluntary statewide waste diversion goal of 60% by the year 2020.

(b) There is a voluntary statewide recycling goal of 55% by the year 2020.

(c) The goals in subsections (a) and (b) of this section may be accomplished through the cooperative efforts of waste generators, State agencies, local governments, the waste industry, the recycling industry, environmental groups, boards of education, and other interested parties.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-115 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 1 / Section 9-115
§9–115.
Status: in_force

Each licensed agent shall display prominently the license or a copy of it, as the regulations of the Agency require.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 9-428 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 9 / Subtitle 4 / Section 9-428
§9–428.
Status: in_force

With the written approval of the Division Director, a savings and loan association may operate a business, manage or deal in property, or take any other action over any period of time as determined by the Division Director that may be reasonably necessary to avoid loss on a loan or investment made or obligation created in good faith.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 9-1009 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 9 / Subtitle 10 / Section 9-1009
§9–1009.
Status: in_force

(a) An out-of-state association’s status as an out-of-state association shall not be affected by its conversion from a federal charter to a charter issued by a region jurisdiction, or by conversion from a charter issued by a region jurisdiction to a federal charter, so long as the out-of-state association otherwise continues to qualify as an out-of-state association in accordance with § 9-1001(i) of this subtitle.

(b) An out-of-state association that is not a federally chartered association on and after June 30, 1992 shall divest itself of any deposit-taking offices in Maryland, in accordance with § 9-1006 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-677 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 6 / Section 9-677
§9–677.
Status: in_force

(a) The Sanitary Commission shall propose and, with the approval of the Dorchester County Commissioners given after a public hearing, adopt rules and regulations to carry out the provisions of this subtitle that relate to shared facilities.

(b) These rules and regulations shall include provisions for:

(1) Classification of properties in the shared facilities area; and

(2) Levy of benefit assessments in accordance with this subtitle.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-403 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 9 / Subtitle 4 / Section 9-403
§9–403.
Status: in_force

(a) This section applies to a Class 7 micro–brewery license in the county.

(b) A holder of the license:

(1) may brew a malt beverage in one location and contract for the bottling of the malt beverage in another location; and

(2) (i) shall meet the requirements for a restaurant for which a Class B beer, wine, and liquor license is sought; but

(ii) need not meet the requirements for a hotel or motel for which a Class B beer, wine, and liquor license is sought; and

(3) is not subject to the manufacturing and licensing prohibitions under § 2–209(e) of this article.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-667 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 6 / Section 9-667
§9–667.
Status: in_force

If the sanitary commission determines that any part of an independent system is unfit for incorporation into a project, the sanitary commission may:

(1) Disregard the unfit parts of the independent system; and

(2) Extend its project into the area served by the unfit parts of the independent system.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-1001 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 10 / Section 9-1001
§9–1001.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Archives” means the State Archives.

(c) “Commission” means the Hall of Records Commission.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-1A-07 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 1A / Section 9-1A-07
§9–1A–07.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in § 9–1A–36 of this subtitle, an applicant for a license shall submit to the Commission an application:

(1) in the form that the Commission requires; and

(2) on or before the date set by the Commission.

(b) (1) This subsection does not apply to license fees for a video lottery operation license.

(2) The Commission shall by regulation establish a fee for a license under this subtitle.

(3) An applicant shall submit the fee with the application.

(c) (1) Applicants and licensees shall have the affirmative responsibility to establish by clear and convincing evidence the person’s qualifications.

(2) Applicants and licensees shall provide information required by this subtitle and satisfy requests for information relating to qualifications in the form specified by the Commission or the Video Lottery Facility Location Commission, if applicable.

(3) Applicants and licensees shall consent to inspections, searches, and seizures authorized by this subtitle or regulations issued under this subtitle.

(4) (i) Applicants and licensees shall have the continuing duty to:

1. provide assistance or information required by the Commission; and

2. cooperate in an inquiry, investigation, or hearing conducted by the Commission.

(ii) On issuance of a formal request to answer or produce information, evidence, or testimony, if an applicant or licensee refuses to comply, the application or license of the person may be denied, suspended, or revoked by the Commission.

(5) (i) If the applicant is an individual, the applicant shall be photographed and fingerprinted for identification and investigation purposes.

(ii) If the applicant is not an individual, the Commission by regulation may establish the categories of individuals who shall be photographed and fingerprinted for identification and investigation purposes.

(6) (i) Applicants and licensees shall have a duty to inform the Commission of an act or omission that the person knows or should know constitutes a violation of this subtitle or the regulations issued under this subtitle.

(ii) Applicants and licensees may not discriminate against a person who in good faith informs the Commission of an act or omission that the person believes constitutes a violation of this subtitle or the regulations issued under this subtitle.

(7) Applicants and licensees shall produce information, documentation, and assurances to establish the following qualification criteria by clear and convincing evidence:

(i) the financial stability, integrity, and responsibility of the applicant or licensee;

(ii) the integrity of any financial backers, investors, mortgagees, bondholders, and holders of other evidences of indebtedness that bear a relation to the application;

(iii) the applicant’s or licensee’s good character, honesty, and integrity;

(iv) sufficient business ability and experience of the applicant or licensee; and

(v) that:

1. the applicant or licensee has entered into a labor peace agreement with each labor organization that is actively engaged in representing or attempting to represent video lottery and hospitality industry workers in the State;

2. the labor peace agreement is valid and enforceable under 29 U.S.C. § 158;

3. the labor peace agreement protects the State’s revenues by prohibiting the labor organization and its members from engaging in picketing, work stoppages, boycotts, and any other economic interference with the operation of the video lottery facility within the first 5 years of the effective date of the video lottery operation license; and

4. the labor peace agreement applies to all operations at the video lottery facility that are conducted by a lessee or tenant or under a management agreement.

(d) (1) On the filing of an application for any license required under this subtitle and any supplemental information required by the Commission, the Commission shall:

(i) conduct a background investigation under § 9–1A–20 of this subtitle on the qualifications of the applicant and any person who is required to be qualified under this subtitle as a condition of a license; and

(ii) if the applicant is applying for a video lottery operation license, conduct a hearing on the qualifications of the applicant and any person who is required to be qualified under this subtitle as a condition of a license.

(2) The Commission may refer an application for a license to an approved vendor under § 9–1A–20 of this subtitle to conduct the background investigation for the Commission.

(e) (1) Except for a video lottery operation license, after receiving the results of the background investigation, the Commission may either grant a license to an applicant whom the Commission determines to be qualified or deny the license to an applicant whom the Commission determines to be not qualified or disqualified.

(2) If an application for a license is denied, the Commission shall prepare and file an order denying the license with a statement of the reasons for the denial, including the specific findings of fact.

(f) (1) Except for a video lottery operation license as provided in § 9–1A–13 of this subtitle, if satisfied that an applicant is qualified to receive a license, and on tender of all required application, license, and other fees and taxes, and any bond required under § 9–1A–04(e) of this subtitle, the Commission shall issue a license for a term of 5 years.

(2) The Commission may stagger the terms of licenses.

(g) (1) An individual may not knowingly give false information or make a material misstatement in an application required for any license under this subtitle or in any supplemental information required by the Commission.

(2) An individual who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 3 years or a fine not exceeding $5,000 or both.
Md. Code, Corporations and Associations § 9A-504 — MD Code / Article gca / Title 9A / Subtitle 5 / Section 9A-504
§9A–504.
Status: in_force

(a) On application by a judgment creditor of a partner or of a partner’s transferee, a court having jurisdiction may charge the transferable interest of the judgment debtor to satisfy the judgment. The court may appoint a receiver of the share of the distributions due or to become due to the judgment debtor in respect of the partnership and make all other orders, directions, accounts, and inquiries the judgment debtor might have made or which the circumstances of the case may require.

(b) A charging order constitutes a lien on the judgment debtor’s transferable interest in the partnership. The court may order a foreclosure of the interest subject to the charging order at any time. The purchaser at the foreclosure sale has the rights of a transferee.

(c) At any time before foreclosure, an interest charged may be redeemed:

(1) By the judgment debtor;

(2) With property other than partnership property, by one or more of the other partners; or

(3) With partnership property, by one or more of the other partners with the consent of all of the partners whose interests are not so charged.

(d) This title does not deprive a partner of a right under exemption laws with respect to the partner’s interest in the partnership.

(e) This section provides the exclusive remedy by which a judgment creditor of a partner or partner’s transferee may satisfy a judgment out of the judgment debtor’s transferable interest in the partnership.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 9-602 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 9 / Subtitle 6 / Section 9-602
§9–602.
Status: in_force

On request of a fire investigator, an insurer investigating a fire loss of real or personal property shall cooperate with and release to the fire investigator any information it has about the fire loss, including:

(1) each insurance policy and application for the policy relevant to the fire loss;

(2) policy premium payment records;

(3) previous claims made by the insured for fire loss; and

(4) material that relates to the investigation of the fire loss, proof of loss, and any other relevant evidence.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 9-742 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 9 / Subtitle 7 / Section 9-742
§9–742.
Status: in_force

(a) The Commission retains jurisdiction pending an appeal to consider:

(1) a request for additional medical treatment and attention;

(2) a request for temporary total disability benefits, provided that the covered employee’s temporary total disability benefits were granted in the order on appeal, and were terminated by the insurer or self–insurer pending adjudication or resolution of the appeal; and

(3) a request for approval of a proposed settlement of all or part of a claim.

(b) (1) If the Commission finds that a covered employee needs additional medical attention pending an appeal, the Commission may pass a supplemental order requiring the employer to provide additional medical treatment and attention.

(2) If the Commission finds that a covered employee’s temporary total disability benefits were terminated pending adjudication or resolution of the appeal, and that the employee was temporarily totally disabled at the time of termination, the Commission may pass a supplemental order requiring the employer to provide the employee with temporary total disability benefits.

(3) If the Commission’s decision to reinstate temporary total disability benefits is reversed or modified on appeal, the insurer or self–insurer shall be entitled to an offset or credit for overpayment of the temporary total disability benefits granted in the supplemental order.

(c) A supplemental order passed by the Commission under this section is subject to review on the pending appeal.

(d) When an appeal that is pending relates solely to a penalty imposed by the Commission, the Commission retains jurisdiction over all matters in the case other than imposition of the penalty.

(e) This section may not be construed to prevent the Commission from ordering an offset or credit against an award for temporary total or permanent partial disability benefits for any temporary total disability benefits previously paid to a covered employee, as authorized under any other provision of this title.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-206 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-206
§9–206.
Status: reserved

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

(2) “Community sewerage system” means a publicly or privately owned sewerage system that serves at least two lots.

(3) “Growth tiers” means the tiers adopted by a local jurisdiction in accordance with Title 1, Subtitle 5 of the Land Use Article.

(4) “Lot” includes a part of a subdivision that:

(i) Is used or is intended to be used as a building site; and

(ii) Is not intended to be further subdivided.

(5) “Major subdivision” means:

(i) The subdivision of land:

1. Into new lots, plats, building sites, or other divisions of land defined or described as a major subdivision in a local ordinance or regulation:

A. That is in effect on or before January 1, 2012; or

B. Adopted on or before December 31, 2012, if a local jurisdiction chooses to create a definition or description applicable solely to this section or if a local ordinance or regulation does not define or describe a major subdivision under item A of this item; or

2. If a local jurisdiction has not adopted a definition or description of a major subdivision on or before December 31, 2012, under item 1 of this item, into five or more new lots, plats, building sites, or other divisions of land; and

(ii) If the local ordinance or regulation has multiple definitions or descriptions of a major subdivision under item (i) of this paragraph, the definition or description of a major subdivision that is determined by the local jurisdiction to apply for the purposes of this section.

(6) “Minor subdivision” means:

(i) The subdivision of land:

1. Into new lots, plats, building sites, or other divisions of land defined or described as a minor subdivision in a local ordinance or regulation:

A. That is in effect on or before January 1, 2012; or

B. Adopted on or before December 31, 2012, if a local jurisdiction chooses to create a definition or description applicable solely to this section or if a local ordinance or regulation does not define or describe a minor subdivision under item A of this item, provided that a minor subdivision defined or described in the adopted ordinance or regulation does not exceed seven new lots, plats, building sites, or other divisions of land; or

2. If a local jurisdiction has not adopted a definition or description of a minor subdivision on or before December 31, 2012, under item 1 of this item, into fewer than five new lots, plats, building sites, or other divisions of land; and

(ii) If the local ordinance or regulation has multiple definitions or descriptions of a minor subdivision under item (i) of this paragraph, the definition or description of a minor subdivision that is determined by the local jurisdiction to apply for the purposes of this section.

(7) “On–site sewage disposal” means the disposal of sewage beneath the soil surface.

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

(ii) “On–site sewage disposal system” includes a shared facility or community sewerage system that disposes of sewage effluent beneath the soil surface.

(9) “Public sewer” means a community, shared, or multiuse sewerage system.

(10) “Shared facility” means a sewerage system that:

(i) Serves more than one:

1. Lot and is owned in common by the users;

2. Condominium unit and is owned in common by the users or by a condominium association;

3. User and is located on individual lots owned by the users; or

4. User on one lot and is owned in common by the users; or

(ii) Is located wholly or partly on any of the common elements of a condominium; or

(iii) Serves a housing or another multiple ownership cooperative.

(11) “State agency” means:

(i) The Maryland Agricultural Land Preservation Foundation;

(ii) The Maryland Environmental Trust;

(iii) The Department of Natural Resources; or

(iv) The Maryland–National Capital Park and Planning Commission.

(12) “Subdivision” means a division of a tract or parcel of land into at least two lots for the immediate or future purpose of sale or building development.

(b) (1) Subsections (f) through (i) and subsection (l) of this section apply to residential subdivisions.

(2) Subsections (f) through (i) do not apply to an application for approval of a residential subdivision under § 9–512(e) of this title if:

(i) 1. By October 1, 2012, a submission for preliminary plan approval is made to a local jurisdiction that includes, at a minimum, the preliminary engineering, density, road network, lot layout, and existing features of the proposed site development;

2. By July 1, 2012, in a local jurisdiction that requires a soil percolation test before a submission for preliminary approval:

A. An application for a soil percolation test approval for all lots that will be included in the submission for preliminary approval is made to the local health department; and

B. Within 18 months after approval of the soil percolation tests for the lots that will be included in the submission for preliminary approval, a submission for preliminary approval is made to a local jurisdiction that includes, at a minimum, the preliminary engineering, density, road network, lot layout, and existing features of the proposed site development; or

3. By July 1, 2012, in a local jurisdiction that requires a soil percolation test before a submission for preliminary approval and the local jurisdiction does not accept applications for soil percolation tests year round:

A. Documentation that a Maryland professional engineer or surveyor has prepared and certified under seal a site plan in anticipation of an application for soil percolation tests;

B. An application for a soil percolation test approval for all lots that will be included in the submission for preliminary approval is made to the local health department at the next available soil percolation test season; and

C. Within 18 months after approval of the soil percolation tests for the lots that will be included in the submission for preliminary approval, a submission for preliminary approval is made to a local jurisdiction that includes, at a minimum, the preliminary engineering, density, road network, lot layout, and existing features of the proposed site development; and

(ii) By October 1, 2016, the preliminary plan is approved.

(c) (1) Subsections (f) through (i) and subsection (l) of this section do not apply to covenants, restrictions, conditions, or conservation easements that were created or entered into at any time under § 2–118 of the Real Property Article for the benefit of, or held by, a State agency or a local jurisdiction for the purpose of conserving natural resources or agricultural land.

(2) Subsections (f) through (i) of this section may not be construed as granting any additional rights in covenants, restrictions, conditions, or conservation easements that were created or entered into at any time under § 2–118 of the Real Property Article for the benefit of, or held by, a State agency or a local jurisdiction for the purpose of conserving natural resources or agricultural land.

(d) Subsections (f) through (i) and subsection (l) of this section do not:

(1) Affect a local transfer of development rights program authorized under § 10–324 of the Local Government Article or Title 7, Subtitle 2 or § 22–105 of the Land Use Article; or

(2) Diminish the local development rights transferred in these transfer of development rights programs.

(e) Subsections (f) through (i) and subsection (l) of this section may not be construed as prohibiting a local jurisdiction from altering the definition or description of a major or minor subdivision in a local ordinance or regulation for local zoning or development purposes.

(f) On or after December 31, 2012, a local jurisdiction:

(1) May not authorize a residential major subdivision served by on–site sewage disposal systems, community sewerage systems, or shared systems until the local jurisdiction adopts the growth tiers in accordance with § 5–104 of the Land Use Article; or

(2) If the local jurisdiction has not adopted the growth tiers in accordance with § 5–104 of the Land Use Article, may authorize:

(i) A residential minor subdivision served by on–site sewage disposal systems if the residential subdivision otherwise meets the requirements of this title; or

(ii) A major or minor subdivision served by public sewer in a Tier I area.

(g) (1) Except as provided in subsection (f)(2) of this section and subject to subsection (i) of this section, a local jurisdiction may authorize a residential subdivision plat only if:

(i) All lots proposed in an area designated for Tier I growth will be served by public sewer;

(ii) All lots proposed in an area designated for Tier II growth:

1. Will be served by public sewer; or

2. If the subdivision is a minor subdivision, may be served by on–site sewage disposal systems;

(iii) Except as provided in subsection (h) of this section, the subdivision is a minor subdivision served by individual on–site sewage disposal systems in a Tier III or Tier IV area; or

(iv) The subdivision is a major subdivision served by on–site sewage disposal systems, a community system, or a shared facility located in a Tier III area and has been recommended by the local planning board in accordance with § 5–104 of the Land Use Article.

(2) Any delay in the approval of a residential subdivision plat under this subsection may not be construed as applying to any deadline for approving or disapproving a subdivision plat under Division II or § 5–201 of the Land Use Article or a local ordinance.

(h) (1) The limitation of minor subdivisions in subsection (g)(1)(iii) of this section does not apply to a local jurisdiction, if the subdivision and zoning requirements in their cumulative Tier IV areas result in an actual overall yield of not more than one dwelling unit per 20 acres that has been verified by the Department of Planning.

(2) A local jurisdiction may request, in writing, a verification of the actual overall yield from the Department of Planning.

(3) The Department of Planning shall verify the actual overall yield after consultation with the Maryland Sustainable Growth Commission, established in § 5–702 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.

(i) (1) If two or more local jurisdictions adopt conflicting growth tier designations for the same area, the Department and the Department of Planning shall confer with the local jurisdictions to seek resolution of the conflicting designations.

(2) If a conflict in growth tier designations is not resolved, the Department of Planning shall recommend to the Department and the Department may approve the preferred local jurisdiction designations as recommended by the Department of Planning based on the following best planning practices or factors:

(i) The comprehensive plan, including the municipal growth element, the water resources element, the land use element, and, if applicable, the priority preservation element;

(ii) Growth projections and development capacity; and

(iii) Availability of infrastructure.

(j) With respect to land that is platted for subdivision, a person may not offer any of the land for sale or development or erect a permanent building on the land, unless there have been submitted to the Department:

(1) A plat of the subdivision;

(2) A statement of the methods, consistent with Subtitle 5 of this title, by which the subdivision is to be supplied with water and sewerage service;

(3) Documentation by the local jurisdiction that a major subdivision on–site sewage disposal system, a community sewerage system, or a shared facility is in a:

(i) Tier III area as adopted by the local jurisdiction; or

(ii) Tier IV area in a local jurisdiction that is exempt from the limitation of minor subdivisions as provided in subsection (h) of this section; and

(4) Any other information that the Department requires.

(k) On the basis of information provided under subsection (j) of this section, the Department may order:

(1) Preparation and submission, within any time the Department sets, of any plans and specifications that the Department considers necessary to provide for adequate water supply and sewerage service to the subdivision; and

(2) Installation, within any time the Department sets, of the whole or any part of a water supply system or sewerage system for the subdivision that:

(i) Conforms to the plans submitted to the Department and to any revision of the plans that the Department approves; and

(ii) In the judgment of the Department, is needed for the public health.

(l) (1) This subsection applies to a residential minor subdivision in a Tier II, Tier III, or Tier IV area.

(2) Except as provided in paragraphs (4) and (5) of this subsection, on or after December 31, 2012, if a tract or parcel of land is subdivided into a residential minor subdivision leaving any remainder parcel or tract of land:

(i) The residential minor subdivision may not be resubdivided or further subdivided; and

(ii) The remainder parcel or tract of land may not be subdivided.

(3) Except as provided in paragraphs (4) and (5) of this subsection, on or after December 31, 2012, the subdivision plat of the residential minor subdivision shall state that:

(i) The residential minor subdivision may not be resubdivided or further subdivided;

(ii) The remainder parcel or tract of land may not be subdivided; and

(iii) The subdivision plat is subject to State law and local ordinances and regulations.

(4) On or after December 31, 2012, if a tract or parcel of land is subdivided into a residential minor subdivision, the residential minor subdivision or the remainder parcel or tract of land may be resubdivided or further subdivided if the subdivision or the remainder parcel or tract of land is:

(i) Within a priority funding area as defined in Title 5, Subtitle 7B of the State Finance and Procurement Article; and

(ii) Designated for public sewerage service within 10 years in the approved water and sewer plan.

(5) (i) A tract or parcel of land may be subdivided into a residential minor subdivision in Tier II, Tier III, or Tier IV areas over time if each time a new lot or parcel is created, the subdivision plat states the number of new lots, plats, building sites, or other divisions of land that are left with the number of lots, plats, building sites, or other divisions of land allowed as a subdivision.

(ii) Except as provided in subparagraph (iii) of this paragraph, when the tract or parcel of land that is subdivided over time reaches the total number of lots, plats, building sites, or other divisions of land that are allowed as a residential minor subdivision, the subdivision plat shall state that:

1. The residential minor subdivision may not be resubdivided or further subdivided;

2. The remainder parcel or tract of land may not be subdivided; and

3. The subdivision plat is subject to State law and local ordinances and regulations.

(iii) A remainder parcel or tract of land may be subdivided for nonresidential agricultural purposes, including a farm market, agricultural processing facility, or creamery, and the owner may apply for approval of an on–site sewage disposal system to serve the nonresidential agricultural purposes.

(m) (1) In this subsection, “agricultural activities” includes:

(i) Plowing, tillage, cropping, seeding, cultivating, and harvesting for the production of food and fiber products; and

(ii) The grazing of livestock.

(2) A local jurisdiction may enact a local law or ordinance for the transfer of the right to subdivide, up to 7 lots, by an owner of property used for agricultural activities to the owner of another property used for agricultural activities in accordance with this subsection.

(3) The local law or ordinance shall provide for the recordation of any rights to subdivide that are transferred under this subsection.

(4) A property used for agricultural activities the owner of which receives rights to subdivide under this subsection:

(i) Is limited to a total of 15 lots; and

(ii) Shall cluster the lots on the property.

(5) Rights to subdivide may not be transferred from the owner of property used for agricultural activities in a Tier III area to the owner of property used for agricultural activities in a Tier IV area.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 9-402 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 9 / Subtitle 4 / Section 9-402
§9–402.
Status: in_force

In accordance with rules and regulations of the Division Director, a savings and loan association may issue a savings certificate account or any other fixed term savings account.
Md. Code, Family Law § 9-403 — MD Code / Article gfl / Title 9 / Subtitle 4 / Section 9-403
§9–403.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a State Clearinghouse for Missing Children operated by the Department of State Police that is responsible for:

(1) the receipt, collection, and distribution of general information and annual statistics regarding missing children; and

(2) coordination of law enforcement agencies and other interested persons or groups within and outside the State regarding information on children who have disappeared from, or are thought to be located in, Maryland.

(b) For children who have disappeared from or are thought to be located in the State, the State Clearinghouse for Missing Children:

(1) shall publish:

(i) the names of and relevant available information on missing children; and

(ii) annual statistics regarding missing children; and

(2) may establish and maintain a list of organizations and groups that provide volunteer search teams or resources relating to missing children.

(c) The Secretary of State Police may develop, in cooperation with local law enforcement agencies, a plan for voluntary fingerprinting programs for children.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 9-705 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 9 / Subtitle 7 / Section 9-705
§9–705.
Status: in_force

(a) If someone other than the employee or the State causes an injury for which work-related accident leave is taken under this subtitle, the State, as employer, after giving written notice to the employee, is subrogated to the rights of the employee to the extent of any compensation paid or owed under this subtitle.

(b) The State, in its own name and for its own benefit, may bring an action or join in an action if:

(1) within 90 days after the employee receives notice from the State under subsection (a) of this section, the employee fails to:

(i) enforce the claim against the person causing the injury; or

(ii) give written notice to the State of an intent to do so; or

(2) within a reasonable time after giving the State notice of an intent to enforce the claim against the person causing the injury, the employee fails to take action to enforce the claim.

(c) An action brought by the State under this section is not a bar to any other claim related to the injury.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-256 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-256
§9–256.
Status: in_force

(a) If the Secretary serves an order on the State or any county, municipal corporation, or public water supply, sewerage, or sanitary district, the appropriate official or department of the State, county, municipal corporation, or district shall raise any funds that are necessary to comply on time with the order of the Secretary.

(b) If the Governor and the Attorney General approve, a county, municipal corporation, or public water supply, sewerage, or sanitary district may raise funds under subsection (a) of this section by issuing bonds, stock, or notes without legislative authority other than this section.

(c) The question of whether to issue bonds, stock, or notes under this section need not be put to a referendum of the voters.

(d) The proceeds of any bonds, stock, or notes issued under this section:

(1) Constitute a sanitary fund; and

(2) May be used only to carry out the order of the Secretary.

(e) (1) The total amount of all bonds, stock, and notes being issued at any time under this section, together with all bonds, stock, and notes then outstanding from prior issues under this section or any predecessor of this section, may not exceed 5% of the total value of all property that, at the time of issue, is listed and assessed for taxation in the county, municipal corporation, or district.

(2) The indebtedness authorized by this section is in addition to the total indebtedness otherwise permitted by law.

(3) Bonds, stock, and notes issued under this section are:

(i) Forever exempt from State, county, and municipal taxation;

(ii) A lien on all property in the jurisdiction that issues the bonds, stock, or notes; and

(iii) Payable in the same manner as bonds issued by municipal authorities under Part II of Subtitle 7 of this title.

(f) Unless the Secretary approves the expenditure, including the amount of the expenditure, neither the State nor any county, municipal corporation, or public water supply, sewerage, or sanitary district may spend any public money for any of the purposes of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 9-407 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 9 / Subtitle 4 / Section 9-407
§9–407.
Status: in_force

(a) As to any savings account that has a withdrawal value of less than $25, a savings and loan association:

(1) Need not pay a dividend or interest on the account; and

(2) May not charge a penalty or service charge.

(b) This section does not apply to a negotiable or transferable order of withdrawal account.
Md. Code, Local Government § 9-503 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 9 / Subtitle 5 / Section 9-503
§9–503.
Status: in_force

This subtitle prevails if it conflicts with another statute, ordinance, regulation, or rule, unless the other statute, ordinance, regulation, or rule is more stringent.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1307 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 9 / Subtitle 13 / Section 9-1307
§9–1307.
Status: in_force

(a) The Board may grant a per diem license of any retail class.

(b) A per diem license authorizes the holder to exercise any of the privileges conferred by the class of the license:

(1) at an entertainment event held by a club;

(2) at the place described in the license; and

(3) for a period not exceeding:

(i) 7 consecutive days for a beer or a beer and light wine license; or

(ii) 14 consecutive days for a beer, wine, and liquor license.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 9A-506 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 9A / Subtitle 5 / Section 9A-506
§9A–506.
Status: in_force

(a) Any subdivision of the State which required a local license to provide heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, or refrigeration services on or before January 1, 1990 may continue to require a local license for services performed within that subdivision.

(b) (1) A subdivision of the State which requires a local license to provide heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, or refrigeration services may not discriminate against applicants who are not residents of the subdivision.

(2) A subdivision of the State which requires a local license to provide heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, or refrigeration services shall issue a local license to any individual licensed by the Board on receipt from the individual of any application and fee required by the subdivision of the State.

(3) A subdivision of the State may not require an applicant for a local license to provide heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, or refrigeration services to take an examination if the applicant is licensed by the Board.

(c) In the event that any subdivision which requires a local license discontinues that requirement after the effective date of this Act, that subdivision may not thereafter adopt a license requirement.

(d) A State license is required to provide heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, or refrigeration services anywhere within the State, whether or not the individual holds a local license.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 9-316 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 9 / Subtitle 3 / Section 9-316
§9–316.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Commerce zone” means a priority funding area in Kent County designated by the governing body of Kent County as a commerce zone.

(3) “New, improved, or expanded premises” means commercial or industrial real property, including a building or part of a building that has not been previously occupied, where a business entity locates to conduct business.

(b) The governing body of Kent County may grant, by law, a property tax credit under this section against the county property tax imposed on real property owned by a business entity that meets the requirements specified under this section.

(c) To qualify for a property tax credit under this section, a business entity shall obtain new, improved, or expanded premises in a commerce zone by:

(1) purchasing newly constructed premises;

(2) constructing new premises;

(3) causing new premises to be constructed; or

(4) improving existing premises for occupation by the business entity.

(d) If a business entity meets the requirements under subsection (c) of this section, the property tax credit granted under this section shall equal a percentage of the amount of county property tax imposed on the assessment of the new, improved, or expanded premises, as follows:

(1) 50% for each of the first 5 taxable years;

(2) 25% in taxable years 6 and 7;

(3) 15% in taxable years 8 through 10; and

(4) 0% for each taxable year thereafter.

(e) The governing body of Kent County may provide, by law, for:

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

(2) any additional limitations on eligibility for the credit; and

(3) any other provision necessary to implement the credit.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 9-803 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 9 / Subtitle 8 / Section 9-803
§9–803.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise provided in this subtitle, the Act applies to a transaction or lien within its scope, even if the transaction or lien was entered into or created before the Act takes effect.

(b) The Act does not affect an action, case, or proceeding commenced before the Act takes effect.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 9-402 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 9 / Subtitle 4 / Section 9-402
§9–402.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, an employee may use personal leave after notice to the employee's immediate supervisor.

(b) (1) If an employee is scheduled to work on a holiday or is employed in a unit that provides a service continuously on a 7-day-a-week basis, the employee may use personal leave only after obtaining approval from the employee's appointing authority.

(2) If the request is made to observe a religious holiday, the appointing authority may deny the request only if:

(i) the employee's unit provides a service continuously on a 7-day-a-week basis;

(ii) the denial is necessary because of a critical shortage of staff in the unit; and

(iii) no reasonable accommodation to the employee's request can be made.

(3) If the request is made for any other reason, the appointing authority may deny the request only if the denial is necessary because of a critical shortage of staff in the employee's unit.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 9-410 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 9 / Subtitle 4 / Section 9-410
§9–410.
Status: in_force

(a) An insurer that provides workers’ compensation insurance in the State shall have in the State competent individuals who:

(1) handle and adjust each disputed workers’ compensation claim in the State for the insurer; and

(2) possess the knowledge and experience to handle and adjust each disputed claim.

(b) An insurer that provides workers’ compensation insurance in the State shall establish a toll-free telephone number through which an insured or claimant, or a representative of an insured or claimant, may make direct telephone inquiries during regular business hours.

(c) The Commission may assess a fine not exceeding $1,000 on an insurer that does not comply with this section.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 9-311 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 9 / Subtitle 3 / Section 9-311
§9–311.
Status: in_force

(a) To carry out this title, a member of the Commission, the Secretary of the Commission, a special examiner, or an inspector may issue a subpoena for the attendance of a witness to testify or the production of a relevant document or record.

(b) On request of a party to a proceeding before the Commission, the Commission shall issue a subpoena for a hearing before the Commission for:

(1) personal appearance of a witness; or

(2) a deposition by the party, as authorized under § 9–719 of this title.

(c) On a request of a party to a claim on which issues are currently pending, the Commission shall issue a subpoena for relevant documentation to be produced at the office of the requesting party and distributed to all parties to the claim in accordance with regulations adopted by the Commission.

(d) If the Commission, after an evidentiary hearing, determines that a subpoena was requested in bad faith, the Commission may assess against the requesting party the whole cost of the proceeding, including reasonable attorney’s fees.

(e) An officer who serves a subpoena issued under this section is entitled to the same fee as the sheriff in the county where the witness is subpoenaed would be entitled.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-516 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 5 / Section 9-516
§9–516.
Status: in_force

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

(b) The Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission and the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission shall provide any information and assistance requested by the county council or the county executive for preparing, reviewing, adopting, revising, or amending a county plan.

(c) The county council and county executive of each county, the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission, and the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission shall adopt procedures for:

(1) Requesting information or assistance under this section;

(2) Responding to the request; and

(3) Setting a reasonable timetable for response to a request.

(d) The Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission shall provide any requested information about the comprehensive plan for water supply systems and sewerage systems in each county as to:

(1) Engineering;

(2) Design;

(3) Present and future capacities;

(4) Available service projections;

(5) Fiscal elements; and

(6) Annual revisions of this information.

(e) The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission shall provide any requested information to each county as to:

(1) Population;

(2) Growth projections;

(3) Planning factors; and

(4) Other developmental standards.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 9-205 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-205
§9–205.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Except as otherwise provided in paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection or in any other law, an employee, who because of the nature of the employee’s duties, is required to work on any part of an employee holiday shall receive compensatory time for that work.

(2) An employee, including an employee in a 24-hour facility, shall receive payment for the number of holiday hours scheduled, at the employee’s regular hourly rate of pay, and time and one-half payment for the number of hours actually worked, if the employee:

(i) is eligible to receive cash overtime;

(ii) has holidays prescheduled by the employer; and

(iii) is required by the employer to work a holiday that was designated as a prescheduled holiday for the employee.

(3) An employee who is included in the Executive Pay Plan at a pay grade of (ES) 6 or above may receive compensatory time for work on an employee holiday only if the employee works 5 or more hours on the holiday. The employee shall receive 1 day of compensatory time for each employee holiday on which the employee works 5 hours or more.

(b) An employee must use any compensatory time accrued under this section within 1 year after having accrued that time.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 9-603 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 9 / Subtitle 6 / Section 9-603
§9–603.
Status: in_force

Unless authorized under this title to practice landscape architecture, a person may not represent to the public, by use of a title, including “landscape architect” or “licensed landscape architect”, by description of services, methods, or procedures, or otherwise, that the person is authorized to practice landscape architecture in the State.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 9-272 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-272
§9–272.
Status: in_force

(a) The Mayor and City Council of Baltimore City or the governing body of a county or municipal corporation may grant, by law, a tax credit against the county or municipal corporation property tax imposed on residential real property that is owned by and is the primary dwelling of an employee of the public school system of the county where the residential real property is located.

(b) The Mayor and City Council of Baltimore City or the governing body of a county or municipal corporation may provide, by law, for:

(1) the amount and duration of the tax credit under this section;

(2) additional eligibility criteria for the tax credit under this section; and

(3) any other provision necessary to carry out this section.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 9-122 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 9 / Subtitle 1 / Section 9-122
§9–122.
Status: in_force

Whenever the Governor demands a person charged with crime or with escaping from confinement or breaking the terms of bail, probation, or parole in this State from the executive authority of any other state, the Governor shall issue a warrant under the seal of this State to an agent, commanding the agent to receive the person so charged and convey the person to the proper officer of the county in which the crime was committed.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 9-249 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-249
§9–249.
Status: in_force

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

(2) (i) “Commercial fish operation” means any activity for which a person is required to possess a tidal fish license under § 4–701 of the Natural Resources Article.

(ii) “Commercial fish operation” includes any activity for which a person is required to be licensed as a seafood dealer under § 4–701 of the Natural Resources Article.

(3) “Commercial fishing vessel” means a vessel that is:

(i) owned or leased by a person possessing a tidal fish license under § 4–701 of the Natural Resources Article; and

(ii) used in a commercial fish operation.

(4) “Commercial marina” means a marina that leases at least 20% of its slips to commercial fishing vessels.

(5) “Commercial marine repair facility” means a marine repair facility that derives at least 20% of its gross receipts from charges for the repair and maintenance of commercial fishing vessels.

(6) (i) “Commercial waterfront property” means real property that:

1. is adjacent to the tidal waters of the State;

2. is used primarily for a commercial fish operation or as a commercial marina or commercial marine repair facility; and

3. for the most recent 3–year period, has produced an average annual gross income of at least $1,000.

(ii) “Commercial waterfront property” includes land that is adjacent to or under improvements used primarily for a commercial fish operation or as a commercial marina or commercial marine repair facility.

(b) The Mayor and City Council of Baltimore City or the governing body of a county or of a municipal corporation may grant, by law, a tax credit against the county or municipal corporation property tax imposed on commercial waterfront property.

(c) The Mayor and City Council of Baltimore City or the governing body of a county or of a municipal corporation may provide, by law, for:

(1) the amount and duration of the tax credit under this section;

(2) additional eligibility criteria for the tax credit under this section;

(3) regulations and procedures for the application and uniform processing of requests for the tax credit; and

(4) any other provision necessary to carry out the credit under this section.
Md. Code, Land Use § 9-704 — MD Code / Article glu / Title 9 / Subtitle 7 / Section 9-704
§9–704.
Status: in_force

(a) Notwithstanding § 4–302 of this article, the board of appeals consists of five regular members and one alternate member.

(b) (1) The term of a member of the board of appeals is 3 years.

(2) The terms of the members of the board of appeals shall be staggered.

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

(4) A member who is appointed after a term has begun serves only for the rest of the term and until a successor is appointed and qualifies.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-1114 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 11 / Section 9-1114
§9–1114.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Delegated authority” means a local health department or county government to which the Department has delegated authority to administer a well and septic program.

(3) “Well and septic program” means a program under which a delegated authority issues permits for:

(i) The installation of on–site sewage disposal systems; and

(ii) The construction of wells.

(b) On or before December 1, 2024, a delegated authority shall submit a schedule of review times for well and septic program permits to the Department for approval.

(c) Beginning 3 months after the schedule submitted in accordance with subsection (b) of this section is approved by the Department, and every 3 months thereafter, a delegated authority shall submit well and septic program permit data to the Department for review.
Md. Code, Local Government § 9-111 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 9 / Subtitle 1 / Section 9-111
§9–111.
Status: in_force

The County Commissioners of Allegany County may direct that any office under the control of the county commissioners be closed for business on Saturdays.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 9-103 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 9 / Subtitle 1 / Section 9-103
§9–103.
Status: in_force

This title does not limit the right of a nurseryman, general contractor, or landscape contractor to design, plan, locate, plant, or arrange plantings or other ornamental features.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 9-630 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 9 / Subtitle 6 / Section 9-630
§9–630.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, if a covered employee is given an award or a combination of awards resulting from 1 accidental personal injury or occupational disease for 250 weeks or more under § 9-627 of this subtitle:

(i) the Commission shall increase the award or awards by one-third the number of weeks in the award or awards, computed to the nearest whole number; and

(ii) the employer or its insurer shall pay the covered employee weekly compensation that equals two-thirds of the average weekly wage of the covered employee, but does not exceed 75% of the State average weekly wage.

(2) An award for disfigurement or mutilation under § 9-627(i) of this subtitle may not be used to make up the 250 weeks under paragraph (1) of this subsection.

(b) (1) This subsection applies to the payment of weekly compensation required under subsection (a) of this section if the average weekly wage of a covered employee is computed under § 9-602(l) of this subtitle.

(2) The employer in whose employment the accidental personal injury occurred or the employer’s insurer shall pay the covered employee weekly compensation that is based on the weekly wages of the covered employee at the employment in which the covered employee was injured.

(3) Subject to paragraph (4) of this subsection, any additional weekly compensation resulting from computing the average weekly wage based on weekly wages earned by the covered employee in other employment shall be payable in the first instance by the employer in whose employment the employee was injured or the employer’s insurer.

(4) Subject to any right of the Subsequent Injury Fund to be impleaded or any right of the Subsequent Injury Fund to defend in a case involving payment from the Subsequent Injury Fund created under Title 10, Subtitle 2 of this article, as allowable under Subtitle 8 of this title, the Subsequent Injury Fund shall reimburse the employer in whose employment the employee was injured or the employer’s insurer the amount of additional weekly compensation paid by the employer or insurer under paragraph (3) of this subsection.

(c) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, § 9-627 of this subtitle applies to covered employees who are covered by this section.

(2) To the extent of any inconsistency, this section prevails over § 9-627 of this subtitle.

(d) If a covered employee receives additional compensation for a disability on a petition to reopen for serious disability, the additional compensation may not increase the amount of compensation previously awarded and paid.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 9-324 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 9 / Subtitle 3 / Section 9-324
§9–324.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (g), a perfected purchase-money security interest in goods other than inventory or livestock has priority over a conflicting security interest in the same goods, and, except as otherwise provided in § 9-327, a perfected security interest in its identifiable proceeds also has priority, if the purchase-money security interest is perfected when the debtor receives possession of the collateral or within 20 days thereafter.

(b) Subject to subsection (c) and except as otherwise provided in subsection (g), a perfected purchase-money security interest in inventory has priority over a conflicting security interest in the same inventory, has priority over a conflicting security interest in chattel paper or an instrument constituting proceeds of the inventory and in proceeds of the chattel paper, if so provided in § 9-330, and, except as otherwise provided in § 9-327, also has priority in identifiable cash proceeds of the inventory to the extent the identifiable cash proceeds are received on or before the delivery of the inventory to a buyer, if:

(1) The purchase-money security interest is perfected when the debtor receives possession of the inventory;

(2) The purchase-money secured party sends an authenticated notification to the holder of the conflicting security interest;

(3) The holder of the conflicting security interest receives the notification within five years before the debtor receives possession of the inventory; and

(4) The notification states that the person sending the notification has or expects to acquire a purchase-money security interest in inventory of the debtor and describes the inventory.

(c) Subsection (b)(2) through (4) applies only if the holder of the conflicting security interest had filed a financing statement covering the same types of inventory:

(1) If the purchase-money security interest is perfected by filing, before the date of the filing; or

(2) If the purchase-money security interest is temporarily perfected without filing or possession under § 9-312(f), before the beginning of the 20-day period thereunder.

(d) Subject to subsection (e) and except as otherwise provided in subsection (g), a perfected purchase-money security interest in livestock that are farm products has priority over a conflicting security interest in the same livestock, and, except as otherwise provided in § 9-327, a perfected security interest in their identifiable proceeds and identifiable products in their unmanufactured states also has priority, if:

(1) The purchase-money security interest is perfected when the debtor receives possession of the livestock;

(2) The purchase-money secured party sends an authenticated notification to the holder of the conflicting security interest;

(3) The holder of the conflicting security interest receives the notification within six months before the debtor receives possession of the livestock; and

(4) The notification states that the person sending the notification has or expects to acquire a purchase-money security interest in livestock of the debtor and describes the livestock.

(e) Subsection (d)(2) through (4) applies only if the holder of the conflicting security interest had filed a financing statement covering the same types of livestock:

(1) If the purchase-money security interest is perfected by filing, before the date of the filing; or

(2) If the purchase-money security interest is temporarily perfected without filing or possession under § 9-312(f), before the beginning of the 20-day period thereunder.

(f) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (g), a perfected purchase-money security interest in software has priority over a conflicting security interest in the same collateral, and, except as otherwise provided in § 9-327, a perfected security interest in its identifiable proceeds also has priority, to the extent that the purchase-money security interest in the goods in which the software was acquired for use has priority in the goods and proceeds of the goods under this section.

(g) If more than one security interest qualifies for priority in the same collateral under subsection (a), subsection (b), subsection (d), or subsection (f):

(1) A security interest securing an obligation incurred as all or part of the price of the collateral has priority over a security interest securing an obligation incurred for value given to enable the debtor to acquire rights in or the use of collateral; and

(2) In all other cases, § 9-322(a) applies to the qualifying security interests.
Md. Code, Corporations and Associations § 9A-806 — MD Code / Article gca / Title 9A / Subtitle 8 / Section 9A-806
§9A–806.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (b) of this section and § 9A-306(c) of this title, after dissolution a partner is liable to the other partners for the partner’s share of any partnership liability incurred under § 9A-804 of this subtitle.

(b) A partner who, with knowledge of the dissolution, incurs a partnership liability under § 9A-804(2) of this subtitle by an act that is not appropriate for winding up the partnership business is liable to the partnership for any damage caused to the partnership arising from the liability.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-2702 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 9 / Subtitle 27 / Section 9-2702
§9–2702.
Status: in_force

(a) A license holder or an employee of a license holder who is charged with a violation of § 6–304 of this article:

(1) shall receive a summons to appear in court on a certain day to answer the charges placed against the license holder or employee; and

(2) may not be required to post bail pending trial in any court of the State.

(b) A license holder or an employee of a license holder may not be found guilty of a violation of § 6–304 of this article if:

(1) the license holder or employee establishes to the satisfaction of the finder of fact that the license holder or employee used due caution to establish that the individual was not under the age of 21 years; and

(2) the individual was not a resident of the State.

(c) A license holder or an employee of the license holder who violates § 6–304 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 2 years or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.

(d) The Board may not proceed against a license holder for a violation of § 6–304 of this article if the license holder or an employee of the license holder is found not guilty of, or granted probation before judgment for, the violation.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-634 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 6 / Section 9-634
§9–634.
Status: in_force

A district may combine the operations or finances of any combination of projects.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 9-901 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 9 / Subtitle 9 / Section 9-901
§9–901.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in § 8-307 of this article, each employee in the State Personnel Management System, except a temporary employee, is entitled, on termination of State employment, to compensation for no more than 2 days of unused compensatory leave earned during the calendar year in which the employee’s State employment terminates.

(b) Subsection (a) of this section does not apply to employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement or as otherwise required by federal law.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-20B-12 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 20B / Section 9-20B-12
§9–20B–12.
Status: in_force

(a) On or before January 1 of each year, the Administration shall report to the Governor, to the Board, and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of this article, to the General Assembly and the members of the Senate Finance Committee and the House Economic Matters Committee on the uses and expenditures of the Fund from the prior fiscal year.

(b) The report shall include:

(1) a detailed accounting of all amounts received by and disbursed from the Fund, including the amount and recipient of each grant awarded by the Administration, and identifying multiple grants awarded to the same person or the same address;

(2) all amounts used by the Administration for administrative purposes, including the funding source from which each amount was obtained;

(3) programs, projects, and activities included in each category under § 9–20B–05(g) of this subtitle;

(4) the status of programs, projects, activities, and investments implemented with funds from the Fund, including an evaluation of the impact of the programs, projects, activities, and investments that are directed to low–income or moderate–income residential sectors or to other particular classes of ratepayers;

(5) an estimate of electricity savings from the programs, projects, activities, and investments;

(6) the number of allowances sold in each auction;

(7) the average allowance price from each auction;

(8) an estimate of revenue from future auctions;

(9) an accounting of all amounts received or disbursed by the Fund from all other sources, including money received in accordance with orders issued and settlement agreements approved by the Public Service Commission;

(10) recommendations for changes to the allocation of funds under § 9–20B–05(g) of this subtitle;

(11) the status of programs and expenditures in the current fiscal year; and

(12) possible or expected program initiatives and changes in later years.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-1711 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 17 / Section 9-1711
§9–1711.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (4) of this subsection, this section applies only to:

(i) A property owner or manager of an apartment building that contains 10 or more dwelling units; and

(ii) A council of unit owners of a condominium that contains 10 or more dwelling units.

(2) This section does not affect the authority of a county, municipality, or other local government to enact and enforce recycling requirements, including establishing civil penalties, for an apartment building or a condominium that are more stringent than the requirements of this section.

(3) This section does not require a county to manage or enforce the recycling activities of an apartment building or condominium that is located within the boundaries of a municipality.

(4) This section does not apply in Ocean City.

(b) (1) On or before October 1, 2014, each property owner or manager of an apartment building or a council of unit owners of a condominium shall provide for recycling for the residents of the dwelling units, including:

(i) The collection of recyclable materials from residents of the dwelling units; and

(ii) The removal for further recycling of recyclable materials collected from residents of the dwelling units.

(2) A county may require a property owner or manager of an apartment building or a council of unit owners of a condominium that provides for recycling for the residents of the dwelling units in accordance with paragraph (1) of this subsection to report to the county on recycling activities in a manner determined by the county.

(c) The recycling required under subsection (b) of this section shall be carried out in accordance with the recycling plan required under § 9–1703 of this subtitle for the county in which the apartment building or condominium that contains 10 or more dwelling units is located.

(d) A person that violates subsection (b) or (c) of this section is subject to a civil penalty not exceeding $50 for each day on which the violation exists.

(e) An enforcement unit, officer, or official of a county, municipality, or other local government may conduct inspections of an apartment building or condominium to enforce subsection (b) of this section.

(f) Any penalties collected under subsection (d) of this section shall be paid to the county, municipality, or other local government that brought the enforcement action.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 9-701 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 9 / Subtitle 7 / Section 9-701
§9–701.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to subsection (e) of this section, the local governing body of each county and the legislative body of each municipal corporation in the State may adopt by ordinance or resolution a fire prevention code to:

(1) provide for protection against fires and the removal of fire hazards;

(2) provide for the appointment of inspectors to enforce the fire prevention code; and

(3) establish penalties for violation of the fire prevention code or an ordinance, resolution, or regulation for the prevention of fires or removal of fire hazards.

(b) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, a fire prevention code of a county or municipal corporation adopted under this section may incorporate by reference a code or part of a code prepared by a governmental unit or a trade or professional association for general distribution in printed form as a standard or model on any subject that relates to fire prevention, fire hazards, or flammable or dangerous substances.

(2) An amendment to a standard or model code described in paragraph (1) of this subsection is not effective until specifically incorporated into the fire prevention code of the county or municipal corporation.

(c) (1) Except as provided in subsection (e) of this section, the local governing body of a county or legislative body of a municipal corporation may not adopt a fire prevention code under this section until a summary of the proposal is published for at least 3 weeks in one or more newspapers of general circulation in the county or municipal corporation.

(2) The summary shall specify the date for a public hearing on the proposal and shall state that copies of the proposal may be obtained on application to:

(i) for a county fire prevention code, the administrative officer of the county; or

(ii) for a municipal fire prevention code, the clerk of the municipal corporation.

(d) Except as provided in subsection (e) of this section, a fire prevention code adopted by a county under this section does not apply within a municipal corporation that has adopted a fire prevention code after the effective date of the adoption of the fire prevention code by the municipal corporation.

(e) (1) This subsection applies only to Frederick County.

(2) The summary of the fire prevention code required to be published under subsection (c) of this section shall be published in one or more newspapers of general circulation in the county at least 2 weeks before the adoption of the fire prevention code by the county.

(3) A copy of the fire prevention code proposed for adoption under this section may be obtained on application to the administrative officer of the county.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-1734 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 17 / Section 9-1734
§9–1734.
Status: in_force

(a) The provisions of § 9–342 of this title apply to enforce violations of this part.

(b) The Department shall deposit any penalty collected under this section into the State Recycling Trust Fund established under § 9–1707 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-211 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-211
§9–211.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Except for a sanitary landfill that is subject to § 9–211.1 of this subtitle, and as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, before the Secretary issues a permit for a landfill, incinerator, or transfer station to any private person, the applicant for the permit shall:

(i) File with the Department a bond on the form that the Department provides; or

(ii) Deposit with the governing body of the local jurisdiction where the landfill, incinerator, or transfer station will be located cash, negotiable bonds of the federal government or this State, or any other security that the Department approves.

(2) The Secretary may adopt regulations to exempt any legitimate recycling or reclamation facility from the requirements of this section.

(b) (1) The obligation of a bond filed under this section shall be so conditioned as to be void on the closing of the landfill, incinerator, or transfer station in a manner that prevents erosion, health and safety hazards, nuisances, and pollution.

(2) The local governing body that receives a deposit of cash or other security under this section shall hold the security in trust in the name of the local jurisdiction to assure the closing of the landfill, incinerator, or transfer station in a manner that prevents erosion, health and safety hazards, nuisances, and pollution.

(c) A bond filed under this section shall be payable to the governing body of the political subdivision where the landfill, incinerator, or transfer station will be located.

(d) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (3) of this subsection, for a landfill:

(i) Unless otherwise required by federal law or regulation, a bond filed under this section shall be in the amount of $10,000 for each acre of land to which the permit applies, but not less than $250,000;

(ii) Cash deposited under this section shall be not less than the amount specified in item (i) of this paragraph; and

(iii) The market value of other security deposited under this section shall be not less than the amount specified in item (i) of this paragraph.

(2) For an incinerator or transfer station, the Department shall establish the amount of the security required by this section.

(3) (i) This paragraph does not apply to a rubble landfill.

(ii) For sanitary landfills that are restricted to acceptance of land clearing debris specified in regulations of the Department, a bond filed under this section shall be in the amount of $2,000 for each acre of land to which the permit applies, with a minimum amount of security of $25,000.

(e) Both the applicant for a permit and a corporate surety licensed to do business in this State shall execute any bond filed under this section.

(f) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, the term of any bond filed under this section and the time during which cash or other security must remain on deposit under this section is:

(i) The duration of the operation of the landfill, incinerator, or transfer station; and

(ii) An additional 5 years after the closing of the landfill, incinerator, or transfer station.

(2) If the Department has assurances that the landfill, incinerator, or transfer station has been closed in a manner that prevents erosion, health and safety hazards, nuisances, and pollution, the Department may release the security filed or deposited under this section before the end of the 5–year period specified in paragraph (1)(ii) of this subsection.

(g) (1) The obligation of the holder of a permit for a landfill, incinerator, or transfer station and of any corporate surety under the bond shall become due and payable and any cash, securities, or bond proceeds shall be applied to payment of the costs of properly closing a landfill, incinerator, or transfer station only if the Department:

(i) Notifies the permit holder and any corporate surety on the bond that the landfill, incinerator, or transfer station has not been closed in a manner that prevents erosion, health and safety hazards, nuisances, and pollution;

(ii) Specifies in the notice the deficiencies in the closing that must be corrected;

(iii) Gives the permit holder and the corporate surety a reasonable opportunity to correct the deficiencies and to close the landfill, incinerator, or transfer station in accordance with the regulations of the Department; and

(iv) Authorizes the local governing body to close the landfill, incinerator, or transfer station in accordance with the regulations of the Department.

(2) The local governing body shall use bond proceeds, cash, or the proceeds of other security to pay the cost of properly closing the landfill, incinerator, or transfer station.
Md. Code, Real Property § 9-103 — MD Code / Article grp / Title 9 / Subtitle 1 / Section 9-103
§9–103.
Status: in_force

(a) A lien established in accordance with this subtitle shall extend to the land covered by the building and to as much other land, immediately adjacent and belonging in like manner to the owner of the building, as may be necessary for the ordinary and useful purposes of the building. The quantity and boundaries of the land may be designated as provided in this section.

(b) An owner of any land who desires to erect any building or to contract with any person for its erection may define, in writing, the boundaries of the land appurtenant to the building before the commencement of construction, and then file the boundaries for record with the clerk of the circuit court for the county. The designation of boundaries shall be binding on all persons. If the boundaries are not designated before the commencement of a building, the owner of the land or any person having a lien or encumbrance on the land by mortgage, judgment, or otherwise entitled to establish a lien in accordance with this subtitle may apply, by written petition, to the circuit court for the county to designate the boundaries.

(c) (1) If a building is commenced and not finished, a lien established in accordance with this subtitle shall attach to the extent of the work done or material furnished.

(2) If a building is erected or repaired, rebuilt, or improved to the extent of 25 percent of its value, by a tenant for life or years or by a person employed by the tenant, any lien established in accordance with this subtitle applies only to the extent of the tenant’s interest.
Md. Code, Family Law § 9-101.3 — MD Code / Article gfl / Title 9 / Subtitle 1 / Section 9-101.3
§9–101.
Status: in_force

§9–101.3.

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

(2) “Child abuse” has the meaning stated in § 5–701 of this article.

(3) “Domestic violence” has the meaning stated in § 4–701 of this article.

(b) The Maryland Judiciary, in consultation with domestic violence and child abuse organizations, shall develop and update as appropriate a training program for judges and magistrates presiding over child custody cases involving child abuse or domestic violence.

(c) The training program described under subsection (b) of this section shall include training on:

(1) the typical brain development of infants and children;

(2) the impact of adverse childhood experiences, trauma, complex trauma, and chronic toxic stress on a child’s brain development and the ways that a child’s response to trauma varies;

(3) the process for investigating a report of suspected child abuse or child sexual abuse, including:

(i) the role of child advocacy centers and forensic interviews;

(ii) the role of local departments of social services in investigating reports of suspected child abuse and child sexual abuse; and

(iii) that child abuse and child sexual abuse may have occurred even without an indicated finding of abuse, any physical evidence of abuse, or a verbal disclosure of abuse by the child;

(4) the dynamics and effects of child sexual abuse, including grooming behaviors and the disclosure of child sexual abuse;

(5) the dynamics and effects of physical and emotional child abuse;

(6) the dynamics and effects of domestic violence, including coercive control, and that domestic violence can occur without a party seeking or obtaining a protective order or without documented evidence of abuse;

(7) the impact of exposure to domestic violence on children and the importance of considering the impact of exposure to domestic violence on children when making child custody and visitation decisions;

(8) the potential impacts of explicit and implicit bias on child custody decisions;

(9) best practices to ensure that reasonable and feasible protective measures are taken to reduce the risk of traumatizing or retraumatizing a child through the court process, including available methods to obtain relevant information without the necessity of repeated, detailed testimony from the child;

(10) available protections for families, including the sealing of records;

(11) the benefits and limitations of sexual offender evaluations and risk assessments;

(12) the tools courts can use to assess the credibility of a child witness;

(13) standards for the knowledge, experience, and qualifications of child sexual abuse evaluators and treatment providers; and

(14) any other relevant subject matter.

(d) The Maryland Judiciary shall adopt procedures, including the uniform screening of initial pleadings, to identify child custody cases that may involve child abuse or domestic violence as soon as possible to ensure that only judges who have received training under this section are assigned those cases.

(e) Within a judge’s first year of presiding over child custody cases involving child abuse or domestic violence, the judge shall receive at least 20 hours of initial training approved by the Maryland Judiciary that meets the requirements of subsection (c) of this section.
Md. Code, Land Use § 9-101 — MD Code / Article glu / Title 9 / Subtitle 1 / Section 9-101
§9–101.
Status: in_force

This subtitle applies to Allegany County.
Md. Code, Estates and Trusts § 9-106 — MD Code / Article get / Title 9 / Subtitle 1 / Section 9-106
§9–106.
Status: in_force

(a) With the exception that the personal representative shall recover the assets or their value if the distribution was improper, title of the distributees who receive from the personal representative an instrument or deed of distribution of assets in kind is conclusive against all persons interested in the estate.

(b) (1) Unless the distribution can no longer be questioned because of adjudication or limitations, a distributee of property improperly distributed is liable to return the property received if the distributee has it or its value.

(2) If a distributee has disposed of property improperly distributed to the distributee, the distributee’s liability is the lower of the value of the property on the date of distribution or the value on the date of disposition.

(c) (1) If property distributed in kind is sold to a purchaser for value by a distributee who has received an instrument or deed of distribution from the personal representative, the purchaser takes good title free of claims of the estate and incurs no personal liability to the estate.

(2) To be protected under paragraph (1) of this subsection, a purchaser need not inquire whether a personal representative acted properly in respect to a distribution in kind.
Md. Code, Insurance § 9-205 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-205
§9–205.
Status: in_force

The Commissioner, deputy commissioner, special deputy commissioner, or any person acting as receiver in a rehabilitation, liquidation, or conservation as a result of a court order issued on or after January 1, 1985, shall have the immunity from liability described in § 5-410 of the Courts Article.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-2103 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 21 / Section 9-2103
§9–2103.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to § 9–2102(b) of this subtitle and subsection (b) of this section, on and after October 1, 2018, a person that distributes or sells a compostable plastic bag intended for sale or distribution by a retailer in the State shall ensure that the compostable plastic bag is:

(1) Labeled in a manner that is readily and easily identifiable from other plastic bags;

(2) Labeled in a manner that is consistent with the federal Guides for the Use of Environmental Marketing Claims;

(3) Labeled with a certification logo indicating the bag meets the ASTM D6400 standard specification; and

(4) (i) A uniform color of green and labeled with the word “COMPOSTABLE” in at least a 1 inch font on one side of the bag;

(ii) Labeled in green writing with the word “COMPOSTABLE” in at least a 1 inch font on both sides of the bag; or

(iii) Labeled with the word “COMPOSTABLE” in at least a one–half inch font on both sides of the bag within a green color band that:

1. Contrasts with the compostable bag’s background color; and

2. Is at least 1 inch in height.

(b) If a compostable plastic bag is smaller than 14 inches by 14 inches, the compostable bag may be labeled in a manner that is in proportion to the size of the bag.

(c) A compostable plastic bag sold or distributed in the State may not be labeled as recyclable.

(d) A provision of this section has effect only to the extent that the provision does not conflict with the federal Guides for the Use of Environmental Marketing Claims.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 9-103 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 9 / Subtitle 1 / Section 9-103
§9–103.
Status: in_force

(a) An indictment, information, or other charging document for perjury in violation of § 9-101(a) of this subtitle is sufficient if it substantially states:

“(name of defendant) on (date) in (county), on examination as a witness, duly sworn to testify in (proceeding) by (court or other person administering oath) with authority to administer the oath, willfully, unlawfully, and falsely swore (facts), the matters so sworn were material, and the testimony of (name of defendant) was willfully and corruptly false, in violation of (section violated) against the peace, government, and dignity of the State.”.

(b) An indictment, information, or other charging document for perjury in violation of § 9-101(c) of this subtitle is sufficient if it substantially states:

“(name of defendant) in (county), on examination as a witness, duly sworn to testify in (proceeding) by (court or other person administering oath) with authority to administer the oath, on (date 1) willfully swore (facts 1) and on (date 1 or 2)(in county 1 or 2) willfully swore (facts 2), and that the matters so sworn are material, and at least one of the two contradictory statements was willfully false, in violation of (section violated) against the peace, government, and dignity of the State.”.
Md. Code, Estates and Trusts § 9-203 — MD Code / Article get / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-203
§9–203.
Status: in_force

(a) Except for a disclaimer under § 9-204 or § 9-205 of this subtitle, the following rules apply to a disclaimer of an interest in property.

(b) The disclaimer takes effect as of the time the instrument creating the interest becomes irrevocable or if the interest arose under the law of intestate succession, as of the time of the intestate’s death.

(c) The disclaimed interest passes according to any provision in the instrument creating the interest providing for the disposition of the interest, should it be disclaimed, or of disclaimed interests in general.

(d) If the instrument does not contain a provision described in subsection (c) of this section, the following rules apply:

(1) (i) If the disclaimant is an individual, the disclaimed interest passes as if the disclaimant died immediately before the time of distribution; or

(ii) If by law or under the instrument the descendants of the disclaimant would share in the disclaimed interest by any method of representation had the disclaimant died before the time of distribution, the disclaimed interest passes only to the descendants of the disclaimant who survive the time of distribution; or

(2) If the disclaimant is not an individual, the disclaimed interest passes as if the disclaimant did not exist.

(e) On the disclaimer of a preceding interest, a future interest held by a person other than the disclaimant takes effect as if the disclaimant had died or ceased to exist immediately before the time of distribution, but a future interest held by the disclaimant is not accelerated in possession or enjoyment.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 9-307 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 9 / Subtitle 3 / Section 9-307
§9–307.
Status: in_force

(a) The governing body of Caroline County and of a municipal corporation in Caroline County shall grant a property tax credit under this section against the county and municipal corporation property tax imposed on:

(1) property that is owned by the Eastern Shore Threshermen and Collectors Association, Incorporated;

(2) property that is owned by the Marshyhope Rod and Gun Club, Incorporated; and

(3) property that is:

(i) owned by the Maryland Ornithological Society, Incorporated; and

(ii) used only to:

1. protect, preserve, and perpetuate plants and wildlife that are unique to the area; and

2. teach, research, and specially study plants and wildlife that are unique to the area.

(b) The governing body of Caroline County may grant, by law, a property tax credit under this section against the county property tax imposed on property that is owned by the Community Civic League, Incorporated, at its day care center facility.

(c) (1) The governing body of Caroline County may grant, by law, a property tax credit not exceeding 75% of the county property tax imposed on agricultural land that:

(i) is included in an agricultural preservation district established under § 2–509 of the Agriculture Article; and

(ii) meets any additional requirements that the county governing body establishes.

(2) If a property tax credit is granted under this subsection and the agricultural preservation district agreement is subsequently terminated, the owner of the property who terminates the agreement is liable to Caroline County for a penalty equal to 5 times the amount of the credit provided for the most recent taxable year in which the credit was granted.

(3) The governing body of Caroline County may provide, by law, any procedural or enforcement provision necessary to carry out this subsection.

(d) (1) The governing body of Caroline County may grant, by law, a property tax credit against the county property tax imposed on personal property.

(2) A law adopted under paragraph (1) of this subsection may provide for:

(i) the amount of a credit;

(ii) the subclasses of personal property under § 8–101(c) of this article to which the credit applies; and

(iii) other provisions necessary to administer the credit.

(e) (1) The governing body of Caroline County may grant, by law, a property tax credit against the county property tax imposed on real property that:

(i) is owned by Caroline County Habitat for Humanity, Incorporated with the intention of relinquishing ownership in the immediate future;

(ii) is used exclusively for the purpose of rehabilitation and transfer to a private owner; and

(iii) is not occupied by administrative or warehouse buildings owned by Caroline County Habitat for Humanity, Incorporated.

(2) The Caroline County Habitat for Humanity, Incorporated shall submit an annual written report to the governing body of Caroline County documenting:

(i) all of Caroline County Habitat for Humanity, Incorporated’s real property holdings in Caroline County; and

(ii) all transactions involving Caroline County Habitat for Humanity, Incorporated’s real property holdings in Caroline County.

(3) The governing body of Caroline County may provide, by law, for:

(i) the amount of a property tax credit under this subsection;

(ii) the duration of a property tax credit under this subsection; and

(iii) any other provision necessary to carry out this subsection.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-2419 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 24 / Section 9-2419
§9–2419.
Status: in_force

An applicant shall submit to the Board:

(1) a completed application on the form provided by the Board;

(2) payment of a nonrefundable application fee set by the Board;

(3) proof of a valid nationally or regionally recognized certification or other certification approved by the Board; and

(4) documentation of satisfactory completion of any other qualifications established by the Board.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 9-708 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 9 / Subtitle 7 / Section 9-708
§9–708.
Status: in_force

(a) This section does not apply to:

(1) a partner whom a partnership elects to be a covered employee under § 9-219 of this title;

(2) a sole proprietor who elects to be a covered employee under § 9-227 of this title; or

(3) an officer of a corporation who:

(i) is a covered employee under § 9-206(a) of this title; and

(ii) is eligible but does not elect to be exempt from coverage under § 9-206(b) of this title.

(b) In the case of an accidental personal injury, the claim limitation period in § 9-709(b)(3) of this subtitle does not begin to run until the employer files a report with the Commission in accordance with § 9-707 of this subtitle if:

(1) the employer has been notified in accordance with § 9-704 of this subtitle; or

(2) the employer or a designated representative of the employer at the place where the accidental personal injury occurred knows about the disability or death of the covered employee.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 9-1103 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 9 / Subtitle 11 / Section 9-1103
§9–1103.
Status: in_force

(a) If a mutual association wishes to convert to a credit union, the board of directors of the mutual association shall call a meeting of the members of the mutual association for the purpose of considering the proposal to convert.

(b) The mutual association shall give notice of the meeting as provided in Title 2, Subtitle 5 of the Corporations and Associations Article.
Md. Code, Insurance § 9-412 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 9 / Subtitle 4 / Section 9-412
§9–412.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The Commissioner and Board of Directors have the powers and duties described in this section to help in the detection and prevention of member insurer impairments or insolvencies.

(2) The Corporation may help the Commissioner in detecting and preventing member insurer impairments or insolvencies as provided in this section.

(b) (1) The Commissioner shall examine a member insurer if the Commissioner has reasonable cause to believe that the member insurer may be unable or potentially unable to fulfill its contractual obligations.

(2) On a majority vote, the Board of Directors shall notify the Commissioner of any information that indicates that a member insurer may be unable or potentially unable to fulfill its contractual obligations.

(c) (1) On a majority vote, the Board of Directors may request that the Commissioner order an examination of a member insurer that the Board in good faith believes may be unable or potentially unable to fulfill its contractual obligations.

(2) The Commissioner may conduct the examination.

(3) The examination may be conducted as a National Association of Insurance Commissioners examination or may be conducted by a person that the Commissioner designates.

(4) The cost of an examination shall be paid by the Corporation.

(5) The examination report shall be treated as are other examination reports.

(6) An examination report may not be released to the Board of Directors before its release to the public, but this does not excuse the Commissioner from the duty to comply with subsection (d) of this section.

(7) The Commissioner shall notify the Board of Directors when the examination is completed.

(8) (i) The request for an examination shall be kept on file by the Commissioner.

(ii) A request for examination may not be open to public inspection before the release of the examination report to the public, and shall be released at that time only if the examination discloses that the examined member insurer is unable or potentially unable to meet its contractual obligations.

(d) The Commissioner shall report to the Board of Directors when the Commissioner has reasonable cause to believe that a member insurer, examined at the request of the Board of Directors, may be unable or potentially unable to fulfill its contractual obligations.

(e) (1) On a majority vote, the Board of Directors may make reports and recommendations to the Commissioner on any matter germane to the solvency, liquidation, rehabilitation, or conservation of a member insurer.

(2) A report or recommendation made under this subsection is not a public document.

(f) On a majority vote, the Board of Directors may make recommendations to the Commissioner for the detection and prevention of member insurer impairments or insolvencies.

(g) At the conclusion of a member insurer impairment or insolvency in which the Corporation carried out its duties or exercised its powers under this subtitle, the Board of Directors shall prepare and submit to the Commissioner a report on the history and causes of the impairment or insolvency, based on the information available to the Corporation.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-234 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-234
§9–234.
Status: in_force

(a) When the Department receives an application for a permit to utilize sewage sludge at a site, the Department immediately shall mail a copy of the permit application:

(1) To the legislative body and any elected executive of a county and to the elected executive of any municipal corporation where the sewage sludge utilization site is to be located; and

(2) To the legislative body and any elected executive of any other county within 1 mile of the sewage sludge utilization site.

(b) For a permit to apply sewage sludge on marginal land or to construct a permanent facility that is designed primarily to utilize sewage sludge, the Department shall:

(1) Publish notice of the application in a local newspaper having a substantial circulation in the county where the sewage sludge is to be applied or the facility is to be constructed;

(2) Mail a copy of the notice to:

(i) The local health official;

(ii) The chairman of the legislative body and any elected executive of the county where the sewage sludge is to be applied or the facility is to be constructed;

(iii) The elected executive of any municipal corporation where the sewage sludge is to be applied or the facility is to be constructed; and

(iv) Any other county within 1 mile of where the sewage sludge is to be applied or the facility is to be constructed.

(c) (1) Except as otherwise provided in § 9–234.1 of this subtitle, within 15 days after receiving a copy of the permit application, the executive or the legislative body of the county, or the executive or the legislative body of the municipal corporation, where the sewage sludge is to be applied or the facility is to be constructed may request that the Department hold a public hearing.

(2) If the Department receives a request under paragraph (1) of this subsection, the Department shall hold a public hearing:

(i) Using teleconference or Internet–based conferencing technology; or

(ii) In person in the affected subdivision.

(3) If the executives or legislative bodies of more than one county or municipal corporation request a hearing under this subsection, the Department may hold a consolidated hearing:

(i) Using teleconference or Internet–based conferencing technology; or

(ii) In person in one county.

(d) For a permit to apply sewage sludge on land other than marginal land, the Department shall mail a copy of the permit application to:

(1) The local health official;

(2) The chairman of the legislative body and any elected executive of the county where the sewage sludge is to be applied; and

(3) The elected executive of any municipal corporation where the sewage sludge is to be applied.

(e) (1) Within 10 days after receiving a copy of the permit application, the executive or the legislative body of the county, or the executive or the legislative body of the municipal corporation, where the sewage sludge is to be applied may request that the Department conduct a public information meeting.

(2) If the Department receives a request under paragraph (1) of this subsection, the Department:

(i) Shall conduct a public information meeting:

1. Using teleconference or Internet–based conferencing technology; or

2. In person in the affected subdivision;

(ii) May consolidate the public information meeting with one or more public information meetings for other applications in the same county; and

(iii) Shall notify the applicant for a permit and give the applicant the opportunity to present information at the public information meeting.

(3) If the executives or legislative bodies of more than one county or municipal corporation request a public information meeting under this subsection, the Department may hold a consolidated public information meeting:

(i) Using teleconference or Internet–based conferencing technology; or

(ii) In person in one county.

(f) To protect public health and safety, the Department is not required to hold an in–person public hearing or public information meeting specified under subsections (c) and (e) of this section if an emergency declaration is issued by an executive authority of:

(1) The federal or State government; or

(2) The local government with jurisdiction over a county or municipality where the in–person meeting or hearing would otherwise be held.

(g) The Department shall provide each county and municipal corporation that receives a copy of any application under this section with an opportunity to consult with the Department about the decision to issue, deny, or place restrictions on a sewage sludge utilization permit.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 9-303 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 9 / Subtitle 3 / Section 9-303
§9–303.
Status: in_force

Except as otherwise provided by the charter or bylaws, each member of:

(1) A mutual association has one vote; and

(2) A capital stock association has one vote for each share of capital stock that the member owns of record.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-617 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 6 / Section 9-617
§9–617.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “corporate document” means:

(1) Articles of incorporation;

(2) Articles of amendment;

(3) Articles of joinder; or

(4) Articles of withdrawal.

(b) (1) When a corporate document is filed with it, the State Department of Assessments and Taxation shall:

(i) Endorse on the corporate document the time and date the corporate document was received; and

(ii) Examine the corporate document.

(2) If, after examination, the State Department of Assessments and Taxation determines that the corporate document is proper, the State Department of Assessments and Taxation shall:

(i) Issue a certificate of approval;

(ii) Include with the certificate of approval a copy of the corporate document; and

(iii) Record a copy of:

1. The corporate document; and

2. The certificate of approval.

(c) When the State Department of Assessments and Taxation issues a certificate of approval under this section:

(1) The corporate document is effective;

(2) The district exists as provided in the corporate document; and

(3) The corporate document is conclusively presumed to have been adopted lawfully.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-907 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 9 / Section 9-907
§9–907.
Status: in_force

The Department shall keep a registry of the graves of eligible decedents who are buried in the State veterans’ cemeteries.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-510 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 5 / Section 9-510
§9–510.
Status: in_force

(a) In addition to the powers set forth elsewhere in this subtitle, the Department may:

(1) Conduct surveys and research to carry out the provisions of this subtitle; and

(2) Specify the location for any sewage treatment facility discharge point that is included in any county plan.

(b) In addition to the duties set forth elsewhere in this subtitle, the Department shall adopt rules and regulations:

(1) To carry out the provisions of this subtitle;

(2) To control, limit, or prohibit the installation and use of:

(i) Water supply systems; and

(ii) Sewerage systems;

(3) To require that, before installation of individual water supply systems or individual sewerage systems, consideration be given to:

(i) Present and future population density;

(ii) Size of parcels;

(iii) Contour of the land;

(iv) Porosity and absorbency of the soil;

(v) Ground water conditions;

(vi) Availability of water from unpolluted aquifers;

(vii) Type of construction of community water supply systems;

(viii) Type of construction of community sewerage systems;

(ix) Size of the proposed development; and

(x) Any other pertinent factors;

(4) To require that, giving consideration to the factors in item (3) of this subsection, areas be served by community facilities if the Department finds them to be reasonably necessary:

(i) By installation of the community water supply system, community sewerage system, or solid waste disposal system; and

(ii) By connection of all premises to or service to all premises by the community water supply system, community sewerage system, or solid waste disposal system;

(5) To require that community water supply systems, community sewerage systems, and solid waste disposal systems be constructed to allow the connection of those systems to a larger system, if that larger system becomes available;

(6) To allow a person to install an individual water supply system or an individual sewerage system in any area where a community water supply system or a community sewerage system is not available or required to be installed in the area if:

(i) The Department finds that the individual system is adequate and safe for use before a community system is scheduled to be available in the area; and

(ii) The individual system is constructed in the most economical and convenient way to permit connection to a community system in the area, and the person guarantees the connection to a community system:

1. When the county governing body where the area is located sets a time; and

2. In accordance with this subtitle, any rules and regulations adopted under this subtitle, and any other State law or county requirement by:

A. Posting a bond to secure actual construction and installation of the systems with satisfactory surety for the benefit of the county governing body; or

B. Making any other arrangement that the Department considers necessary and adequate to carry out the provisions of this subtitle;

(7) If a solid waste disposal system is not available or required to be installed in any area as provided in item (4) of this subsection, to allow a person to provide a solid waste acceptance facility in the area without a systematic collection and transportation system;

(8) To require that, before issuance of a permit for construction of a community or multiuse sewerage system, a financial management plan sufficient to ensure the dependable and safe operation of the system has been adopted within the county plan and approved by the Department; and

(9) To require that:

(i) Before issuance of a permit for construction of a privately owned community water supply system that will serve 4 or more residential lots or 2 or more other lots, the applicant has proposed a financial management plan sufficient to ensure the dependable and safe operation of the system, and the plan has been approved by the Department; and

(ii) The applicant shall comply with the plan as approved by the Department.
Md. Code, Environment § 9-404 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 9 / Subtitle 4 / Section 9-404
§9–404.
Status: in_force

To carry out the provisions of this subtitle and in addition to the powers set forth elsewhere in this subtitle, the Secretary may:

(1) Perform any act necessary to carry out the provisions of this subtitle that relate to adopting or enforcing State primary drinking water regulations;

(2) Administer the provisions of this subtitle and all rules, regulations, and orders adopted, issued, or effective under this subtitle;

(3) Enter into agreements, contracts, or cooperative arrangements, under appropriate terms and conditions, with any person or governmental entity;

(4) Receive financial and technical assistance from the federal government or other public or private agencies;

(5) Participate in related programs of the federal government, other states, interstate agencies, or other public or private agencies or organizations;

(6) Establish adequate fiscal controls and accounting procedures to assure proper disbursement of and accounting for funds appropriated or otherwise provided for the purpose of carrying out provisions of this subtitle;

(7) Delegate any responsibilities and duties the Secretary considers appropriate for administering the requirements of this subtitle;

(8) Set and collect fees for conducting necessary inspections and laboratory analyses; and

(9) Adopt rules and regulations that are necessary or appropriate to carry out the Secretary’s functions under this subtitle.
Md. Code, Human Services § 9-238.1 — MD Code / Article ghu / Title 9 / Subtitle 2 / Section 9-238.1
§9–238.
Status: in_force

§9–238.1.

(a) The Department shall serve children in the juvenile services system with programming that:

(1) ensures the safety of the community and the children served;

(2) holds delinquent children accountable to victims and communities;

(3) assists children to develop competencies to become successful members of society;

(4) delivers services on a regional basis through at least four operational regions;

(5) (i) ensures that each committed facility owned by the Department serves no more than 48 children at one time; and

(ii) ensures that each committed facility licensed by the Department serves no more than 48 children at one time, unless the Secretary finds good cause for a committed facility licensed by the Department to serve more than 48 children at one time;

(6) uses detention and committed facilities that are operationally separate from each other and that do not share common program space, including dining halls and educational or recreational facilities; and

(7) provides females with a range and quality of services and programs to meet their specific needs, including:

(i) diversion programs;

(ii) community detention services and programs; and

(iii) reentry services and programs.

(b) A region shall:

(1) include at least one secure facility used solely for children pending court disposition and children awaiting placement after disposition;

(2) except for specialized services as provided in subsection (c) of this section, include a number of committed facilities estimated to be necessary to diagnose, care for, train, educate, and properly rehabilitate every child from the region in the custody of the Department; and

(3) include a nonpublic facility only if the Department determines that the facility:

(i) has provided or will efficiently and effectively provide adequate care for the children placed in the facility; and

(ii) has demonstrated or will demonstrate a record of success based on standards promulgated by the Department.

(c) The Department may place a child into a committed facility outside the child’s region if a determination is made by the Department that specialized services for the child require the placement in the best interests of the child.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 9A-306 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 9A / Subtitle 3 / Section 9A-306
§9A–306.
Status: in_force

(a) The Board shall issue without examination a master, master restricted, or limited heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, and refrigeration contractor license to any licensee holding a current, active or inactive master, master restricted, or limited heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, and refrigeration contractor license, or a similar license issued by a subdivision of the State, if the licensee:

(1) files an application for a license under this title by 1 year after the date that the members of the Board are appointed; and

(2) submits with the application the prescribed fee and proof of eligibility required by the Board.

(b) The Board shall issue without examination a master, master restricted, or limited heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, and refrigeration contractor license, whether a subdivision of the State requires a local license or not, to an individual who:

(1) has lawfully provided heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, or refrigeration services in a subdivision of the State for at least 5 years immediately prior to 1 year after the date the members of the Board are appointed;

(2) files an application for a license under this title prior to 1 year after the date the members of the Board are appointed; and

(3) submits with the application the prescribed fee and proof of eligibility required by the Board.

(c) The Board shall issue without examination a journeyman license to an individual holding a current, active or inactive, journeyman license, or a similar license issued by a subdivision of the State, if the individual:

(1) files an application for a license under this title prior to December 31, 1994; and

(2) submits with the application the prescribed fee and proof of eligibility required by the Board.

(d) The Board shall issue without examination a journeyman license, whether a subdivision of the State requires a local license or not, to an individual who:

(1) has lawfully provided heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, or refrigeration services in a subdivision of the State:

(i) under the direction and control of one or more individuals who meet the requirements for a master license under subsection (a) or (b) of this section; and

(ii) for at least 3 years prior to December 31, 1994;

(2) holds an apprentice license at the time of the application;

(3) files an application for a license under this title prior to December 31, 1994; and

(4) submits with the application the prescribed fee and proof of eligibility required by the Board.

(e) (1) The Board shall issue without examination a journeyman license to an individual who has successfully completed an apprentice program in heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, and refrigeration approved by the Apprenticeship and Training Council.

(2) The Board shall issue without examination a journeyman restricted license to an individual who has successfully completed an apprentice program in heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, or refrigeration approved by the Apprenticeship and Training Council.

(f) (1) All applicants for a master, master restricted, or limited heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, and refrigeration contractor license on or after 1 year after the date the members of the Board are appointed shall submit to examination under this title.

(2) The application shall include all information required by the Board regarding proof of eligibility.

(g) (1) Except as provided in subsection (e) of this section, all applicants for a journeyman license on or after January 1, 1995 shall submit to examination under this title.

(2) The application shall include all information required by the Board regarding proof of eligibility.

(h) An applicant who qualifies for a license under subsection (a) or (b) of this section but fails to apply for the license within the 1-year period:

(1) may take an examination under this title to be licensed;

(2) may not be required to obtain a journeyman license or an apprentice license; and

(3) may provide services as a master, master restricted, or limited license holder after obtaining the appropriate license.

(i) An individual who holds a limited license or a master restricted license issued under subsection (a) or (b) of this section may take an examination administered by the Board to qualify for a master license or an additional master restricted license without meeting the requirements of § 9A-302 of this subtitle, if the individual:

(1) submits to the Board on or before December 31, 1996 an application on the form that the Board provides; and

(2) pays to the Board an application fee established by the Board.
Md. Code, State Government § 9-2802 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 9 / Subtitle 28 / Section 9-2802
§9–2802.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Governor’s Office for Children.

(b) The head of the Office is the Special Secretary of the Governor’s Office for Children.
Md. Code, Real Property § 9-113 — MD Code / Article grp / Title 9 / Subtitle 1 / Section 9-113
§9–113.
Status: in_force

(a) An executory contract between a contractor and any subcontractor that is related to construction, alteration, or repair of a building, structure, or improvement may not waive or require the subcontractor to waive the right to:

(1) Claim a mechanics’ lien; or

(2) Sue on a contractor’s bond.

(b) A provision in an executory contract between a contractor and a subcontractor that is related to construction, alteration, or repair of a building, structure, or improvement and that conditions payment to the subcontractor on receipt by the contractor of payment from the owner or any other third party may not abrogate or waive the right of the subcontractor to:

(1) Claim a mechanics’ lien; or

(2) Sue on a contractor’s bond.

(c) Any provision of a contract made in violation of this section is void as against the public policy of this State.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 9-681 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 9 / Subtitle 6 / Section 9-681
§9–681.
Status: in_force

(a) This section applies only to a covered employee of a municipal corporation or a county who is subject to § 9–503 of this title and the dependents of those covered employees, unless the municipal corporation or county has made an election under § 9–683.6 of this subtitle.

(b) If there are individuals who were wholly dependent on a deceased covered employee at the time of death resulting from an accidental personal injury or occupational disease, the employer or its insurer shall pay death benefits in accordance with this section.

(c) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, the death benefit payable under this section shall equal two–thirds of the average weekly wage of the deceased covered employee, but may not:

(i) exceed the State average weekly wage; or

(ii) be less than $25.

(2) If the average weekly wage of the deceased covered employee was less than $25 at the time of the accidental personal injury or the last injurious exposure to the hazards of the occupational disease, the weekly death benefit payable under this section shall equal the average weekly wage of the deceased covered employee.

(d) Except as otherwise provided in this section, the employer or its insurer shall pay the weekly death benefit:

(1) for the period of total dependency; or

(2) until $45,000 has been paid.

(e) If a surviving spouse who was wholly dependent at the time of death continues to be wholly dependent after $45,000 has been paid, the employer or its insurer shall continue to make payments to the surviving spouse at the same weekly rate during the total dependency of the surviving spouse.

(f) (1) If a surviving spouse who is wholly dependent at the time of death becomes wholly self–supporting before $45,000 has been paid, the employer or its insurer shall continue to pay death benefits until $45,000 has been paid.

(2) If a surviving spouse who is wholly dependent at the time of death becomes partly self–supporting, the employer or its insurer shall continue to make payments to the surviving spouse in accordance with § 9–682 of this subtitle.

(g) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, if a surviving spouse who is wholly dependent remarries, payment to the surviving spouse shall stop on the date of remarriage, even if $45,000 has not been paid.

(2) If a surviving spouse who is wholly dependent remarries and does not have dependent children at the time of the remarriage, the employer or its insurer shall continue to make payments to the surviving spouse for 2 years after the date of the remarriage.

(h) If a surviving child continues to be wholly dependent after the total amount of $45,000 has been paid, the employer or its insurer shall continue to make payments at the same weekly rate during the total dependency of the surviving child.

(i) Except as provided in subsection (j) of this section, if a child who is wholly dependent at the time of death becomes wholly or partly self–supporting, the employer or its insurer shall continue to pay death benefits until $45,000 has been paid.

(j) (1) Except as provided in paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection, the employer or its insurer shall continue to make payments to, or for the benefit of, a surviving child until the child reaches 18 years of age.

(2) The employer or its insurer shall continue to make payments to, or for the benefit of, a child who is 18 years old or older for the period of dependency if the child is:

(i) wholly dependent on the deceased covered employee; and

(ii) incapable of self–support because of mental or physical disability or other sufficient reason as determined by the Commission.

(3) The employer or its insurer shall continue to make payments to, or for the benefit of, a child who is 18 years old or older for up to 5 years after reaching the age of 18 if:

(i) the child is attending school on a full–time basis; and

(ii) the school offers an educational program or a vocational training program, that is accredited or approved by the State Department of Education.

(k) The Commission has continuing jurisdiction to:

(1) determine whether a surviving spouse or child has become wholly or partly self–supporting;

(2) suspend or terminate payments of compensation; and

(3) reinstate payments of compensation that have been suspended or terminated.
Md. Code, Human Services § 9-506 — MD Code / Article ghu / Title 9 / Subtitle 5 / Section 9-506
§9–506.
Status: in_force

(a) The Board shall appoint a Juvenile Services Education Program Superintendent.

(b) The Superintendent shall:

(1) implement and administer the educational programs approved by the Board;

(2) oversee the education of every juvenile in a residential facility;

(3) meet with and advise the Board about educational programs and outcomes for juveniles;

(4) select, organize, and direct the staff of the Juvenile Services Education Program;

(5) ensure that the policies and decisions of the Board are carried out;

(6) coordinate with the Department to ensure that the operation of juvenile educational services are integrated with the noneducational operations of the Department; and

(7) perform any other duties assigned by the Board.

(c) The Superintendent:

(1) is entitled to the salary provided in the State budget; and

(2) serves at the pleasure of the Board.

(d) The Superintendent:

(1) must be an experienced and competent educator;

(2) must be a graduate of an accredited college or university;

(3) must have at least 2 years of special academic and professional graduate preparation in an accredited college or university;

(4) must have at least 7 years of experience in teaching and administration; and

(5) may not be a current member of the Board or have been a member of the Board at any time during the year immediately preceding the appointment.

(e) The Superintendent may hire additional staff, as provided in the State budget, to provide and administer educational services within the Department.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 9-404 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 9 / Subtitle 4 / Section 9-404
§9–404.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to this title and its bylaws, a savings and loan association may:

(1) Pay a dividend on savings share accounts or interest on savings deposit accounts;

(2) Agree in advance to pay an additional or different rate of dividend or interest on all savings accounts in the same classification subject to the requirement that each savings account in the same classification receive the same ratable portion of dividends or interest; and

(3) Provide for penalties in a savings account contract, subject to approval of the Division Director.

(b) The board of directors of a savings and loan association, by resolution, shall determine as to dividends or interest on savings accounts:

(1) The rate;

(2) The method of calculation; and

(3) The payment date.

(c) Dividends or interest on savings accounts may be paid only from current earnings, earned surplus, the expense fund, or as otherwise provided in this title.