Md. Code, Tax - General § 2-1602 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 2 / Subtitle 16 / Section 2-1602
§2–1602.
Status: in_force

After making the distribution required under § 2-1601 of this subtitle, from the remaining tobacco tax revenue the Comptroller shall distribute the amount necessary to administer the tobacco tax laws to an administrative cost account.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 2-404 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 2 / Subtitle 4 / Section 2-404
§2–404.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) This section applies to income tax that is imposed by a state other than this State.

(2) This section does not apply to any income tax that is imposed by a political subdivision of another state.

(b) Subject to subsection (c) of this section, the Central Payroll Bureau shall:

(1) withhold income tax imposed by another state from the wages of a State officer or employee who is a resident of that state; and

(2) pay over the amount withheld to the appropriate tax collecting agency of that state.

(c) This section applies only if:

(1) Maryland State income tax is not required to be withheld from the wages of the officer or employee under Title 10, Subtitle 9, Part II of the Tax - General Article; and

(2) the state where the officer or employee resides:

(i) withholds Maryland State income tax from the wages of Maryland residents who are employed by that state; and

(ii) pays over the amount withheld to the Maryland State Comptroller.
Md. Code, State Government § 2-1802 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 2 / Subtitle 18 / Section 2-1802
§2–1802.
Status: in_force

(a) Papers, books, accounts, documents, testimony, and records sought in accordance with a subpoena issued under § 2–408, § 2–507, § 2–807, § 2–1104, or § 2–1608 of this title in connection with a lawfully authorized legislative inquiry or examination must be pertinent to the inquiry or examination.

(b) For purposes of subsection (a) of this section, papers, books, accounts, documents, testimony, or records are considered pertinent if they:

(1) relate to the matters under inquiry or examination;

(2) assist in assessing the credibility of a witness;

(3) contradict or corroborate the testimony of a witness; or

(4) demonstrate the existence of undue influence on a witness.
Md. Code, Courts and Judicial Proceedings § 2-503 — MD Code / Article gcj / Title 2 / Subtitle 5 / Section 2-503
§2–503.
Status: in_force

The jury judge for a county may order a court reporter to take and transcribe testimony given before a grand jury for the county for use as provided in § 8-416(c)(1) of this article.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 2-210 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 2 / Subtitle 2 / Section 2-210
§2–210.
Status: in_force

(a) The Department shall prepare, install, and maintain for each county a complete record of properties, with appropriate indexes and cross indexes, and a system of appraisal aids that consist of:

(1) property location maps; and

(2) records of:

(i) new construction;

(ii) sales;

(iii) building costs; and

(iv) private appraisals.

(b) (1) The Department shall publish instructions and directions that set forth generally the duties to be performed and the procedures to be followed in making and recording assessments.

(2) The instructions and directions shall be distributed to the governing body of each county, all assessment officers, and any official who has any duty that relates to assessments.

(c) The Director shall establish and provide all forms for notices, records, reports, and other matters that relate to the functions of supervisors and assessors.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 2-406 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 2 / Subtitle 4 / Section 2-406
§2–406.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The Secretary may approve vouchers in payment of expenses incurred by employees in the discharge of their duties, including expenses for lodging and subsistence while an employee is away from the facility to which the employee is regularly assigned.

(2) The vouchers shall be:

(i) audited and paid in accordance with the State budget in the manner required by law; and

(ii) submitted in a manner consistent with the practices required by the Comptroller’s office.

(3) Lodging and subsistence provided to employees at facilities of the Department:

(i) are not expenses within the meaning of this section; and

(ii) may be provided by the Department in accordance with the State budget and rule of the Secretary.

(b) (1) In a civil or criminal case, other than a disciplinary proceeding or an appeal from a disciplinary proceeding, when a police employee is charged with the commission of a wrong as the result of an act done in the course of the police employee’s official duties, the Secretary may pay any part of the legal expenses of the police employee if:

(i) the Secretary determines that payment is in the best interests of the Department, the public, and the police employee; and

(ii) the Attorney General approves the payment.

(2) Payment of legal expenses under this subsection may be made in accordance with the State budget or from general or contingency funds of the Department.
Md. Code, State Government § 2-703 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 2 / Subtitle 7 / Section 2-703
§2–703.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The Committee consists of the following 12 regular members:

(i) six Senators appointed by the President; and

(ii) six Delegates appointed by the Speaker.

(2) (i) The Senators appointed by the President shall be chosen so that each political party is represented in approximately the same proportion as the party is represented in the Senate. Minority party members shall be appointed upon the recommendation of the minority leader of the Senate.

(ii) The Delegates appointed by the Speaker shall be chosen so that each political party is represented in approximately the same proportion as the party is represented in the House. Minority party members shall be appointed upon the recommendation of the minority leader of the House.

(b) (1) A member appointed by the President serves at the pleasure of the President.

(2) A member appointed by the Speaker serves at the pleasure of the Speaker.

(c) The President and the Speaker shall be nonvoting ex officio members of the Committee.
Md. Code, State Government § 2-1222 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 2 / Subtitle 12 / Section 2-1222
§2–1222.
Status: in_force

(a) An examination conducted by the Office of Legislative Audits shall generally be made at the offices of the State unit, county officer or unit, corporation, association, or local school system that is subject to examination.

(b) (1) If considered appropriate and after consultation with the unit or body being examined, the Legislative Auditor may authorize all or a portion of an examination to be conducted at the offices of the Office of Legislative Audits.

(2) Before the original or only copy of any record is removed from the State unit’s premises, the prior approval of the State unit for the removal is required.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 2-512 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 2 / Subtitle 5 / Section 2-512
§2–512.
Status: in_force

(1) Where the contract requires payment before inspection nonconformity of the goods does not excuse the buyer from so making payment unless

(a) The nonconformity appears without inspection; or

(b) Despite tender of the required documents the circumstances would justify injunction against honor under the provisions of Titles 1 through 10 of this article (§ 5-109(b)).

(2) Payment pursuant to subsection (1) does not constitute an acceptance of goods or impair the buyer’s right to inspect or any of his remedies.
Md. Code, Real Property § 2-114 — MD Code / Article grp / Title 2 / Subtitle 1 / Section 2-114
§2–114.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise provided, any deed, will, or other instrument that grants land binding on any street or highway, or that includes any street or highway as 1 or more of the lines thereof, shall be construed to pass to the devisee, donee, or grantee all the right, title, and interest of the devisor, donor, or grantor (hereinafter referred to as the transferor) in the street or highway for that portion on which it binds.

(b) If the transferor owns other land on the opposite side of the street or highway, the deed, will, or other instrument shall be construed to pass the right, title, and interest of the transferor only to the center of that portion of the street or highway upon which the 2 or more tracts coextensively bind.

(c) The provisions of subsections (a) and (b) of this section do not apply if the transferor in express terms in the writing by which the devise, gift, or grant is made, either reserves to the transferor or grants to the transferee all the right, title, and interest to the street or highway.
Md. Code, State Government § 2-709 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 2 / Subtitle 7 / Section 2-709
§2–709.
Status: in_force

(a) The Executive Director of the Department of Legislative Services, subject to the approval of the President and Speaker, shall appoint an attorney to serve as Counsel to the Committee.

(b) The Counsel:

(1) shall devote full time to the duties of the Committee, but may not participate in any investigatory or prosecutorial function;

(2) may provide information to any person regarding laws, rules, and other standards of ethical conduct applicable to members of the General Assembly;

(3) shall carry out any duties prescribed under Title 5, Subtitle 5 of the General Provisions Article;

(4) shall meet individually with each member of the General Assembly each year to:

(i) advise the member regarding the requirements of any applicable ethics law, rule, or standard of conduct; and

(ii) assist the member in preparing statements and reports required to be filed with the Committee under Title 5, Subtitle 5, Part II of the General Provisions Article; and

(5) shall conduct seminars, workshops, and briefings for the benefit of members of the General Assembly, as directed by the Committee, the President, or the Speaker.

(c) The assistance of the Counsel to members of the General Assembly:

(1) is subject to the attorney client privilege, as set forth in § 9–108 of the Courts Article;

(2) is subject to confidentiality under § 5–517 of the General Provisions Article; and

(3) is intended as a service to the members and may not be deemed to diminish a member’s personal responsibility for adherence to applicable laws, rules, and standards of ethical conduct.

(d) The Committee shall have other staff assistance as requested by the Committee and as provided in the budget of the General Assembly.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 2-4A-06 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 2 / Subtitle 4A / Section 2-4A-06
§2–4A–06.
Status: in_force

(a) To qualify for a license, an applicant shall be an individual who meets the requirements of this section.

(b) The applicant shall:

(1) Be of good moral character; and

(2) Be at least 18 years old.

(c) The applicant shall:

(1) (i) Be a board certified music therapist; and

(ii) Provide proof:

1. A. Of passing the examination for board certification offered by the Certification Board for Music Therapists or any successor organization; or

B. Of being transitioned into board certification; and

2. That the applicant is currently a board certified music therapist;

(2) Hold a bachelor’s degree or higher in music therapy, or its equivalent, including clinical training, from an educational program that is:

(i) Approved by the American Music Therapy Association or any successor organization; and

(ii) Within an accredited college or university;

(3) Be in good standing based on a review of the applicant’s music therapy licensure, certification, or registration history in other jurisdictions, including a review of any disciplinary actions in the practice of music therapy; and

(4) Meet any other requirements established by the Board.
Md. Code, Real Property § 2-120 — MD Code / Article grp / Title 2 / Subtitle 1 / Section 2-120
§2–120.
Status: in_force

(a) Under this title, it is not a material fact or a latent defect relating to property offered for sale or lease that:

(1) An owner or occupant of the property is, was, or is suspected to be:

(i) Infected with human immunodeficiency virus; or

(ii) Diagnosed with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome; or

(2) A homicide, suicide, accidental death, natural death, or felony occurred on the property.

(b) An owner or seller of real property or the owner’s or seller’s agent shall be immune from civil liability or criminal penalty for failure to disclose a fact contained in subsection (a) of this section.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 2-202 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 2 / Subtitle 2 / Section 2-202
§2–202.
Status: in_force

Terms with respect to which the confirmatory memoranda of the parties agree or which are otherwise set forth in a writing intended by the parties as a final expression of their agreement with respect to such terms as are included therein may not be contradicted by evidence of any prior agreement or of a contemporaneous oral agreement but may be explained or supplemented

(a) By course of performance, course of dealing, or usage of trade (§ 1–303); and

(b) By evidence of consistent additional terms unless the court finds the writing to have been intended also as a complete and exclusive statement of the terms of the agreement.
Md. Code, Election Law § 2-207 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 2 / Subtitle 2 / Section 2-207
§2–207.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) This section applies to each employee of a local board.

(2) This section does not apply to:

(i) local board counsel; or

(ii) an election judge.

(b) This section does not alter in any manner the method by which the salary of an employee of a local board is funded by the county in which the employee is employed.

(c) (1) Except as provided in subsection (f) of this section, if the employees of a local board are covered by its county merit system:

(i) the employees shall be classified employees under the county merit system; and

(ii) the employees may be appointed and removed subject to the personnel regulations of the county in which the local board is located.

(2) If the employees of a local board are not covered by its county merit system:

(i) the employees shall be in the skilled service or professional service of the State Personnel Management System;

(ii) appointment and removal of the employees shall be in accordance with the provisions of the State Personnel and Pensions Article that govern skilled service or professional service employees; and

(iii) notwithstanding § 4-201 of the State Personnel and Pensions Article, upon recommendation of the State Administrator, the State Board shall determine the fixed rate of compensation of the employees.

(d) Each classified employee shall be a registered voter of the State.

(e) An employee of a local board is subject to the restrictions and requirements of § 2–301 of this title.

(f) The election director in Prince George’s County shall be in the exempt service under the Prince George’s County Personnel System.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 2-106 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 2 / Subtitle 1 / Section 2-106
§2–106.
Status: in_force

(1) In this title unless the context otherwise requires “contract” and “agreement” are limited to those relating to the present or future sale of goods. “Contract for sale” includes both a present sale of goods and a contract to sell goods at a future time. A “sale” consists in the passing of title from the seller to the buyer for a price (§ 2-401). A “present sale” means a sale which is accomplished by the making of the contract.

(2) Goods or conduct including any part of a performance are “conforming” or conform to the contract when they are in accordance with the obligations under the contract.

(3) “Termination” occurs when either party pursuant to a power created by agreement or law puts an end to the contract otherwise than for its breach. On “termination” all obligations which are still executory on both sides are discharged but any right based on prior breach or performance survives.

(4) “Cancellation” occurs when either party puts an end to the contract for breach by the other and its effect is the same as that of “termination” except that the cancelling party also retains any remedy for breach of the whole contract or any unperformed balance.
Md. Code, Corporations and Associations § 2-209 — MD Code / Article gca / Title 2 / Subtitle 2 / Section 2-209
§2–209.
Status: in_force

(a) Each corporation shall maintain, or cause to be maintained on its behalf, a stock ledger which contains:

(1) The name and address of each stockholder; and

(2) The number of shares of stock of each class or series that the stockholder holds.

(b) The stock ledger may be in written form or in any other form that complies with § 2–114 of this title.

(c) The original or a duplicate of the stock ledger shall be maintained:

(1) By the corporation at the principal office of the corporation or at any other office or agency specified in the bylaws; or

(2) By or on behalf of the corporation in any form that complies with § 2–114 of this title.
Md. Code, Correctional Services § 2-601 — MD Code / Article gcs / Title 2 / Subtitle 6 / Section 2-601
§2–601.
Status: in_force

The Department shall:

(1) provide each individual who is released from a correctional facility with a voter registration application and documentation with the individual’s discharge papers that informs the individual that the individual’s voting rights have been restored;

(2) display a sign in each parole and probation office, in a conspicuous location where notices to the public are customarily posted, indicating that any individual who is no longer incarcerated has the right to vote; and

(3) post a notice, in a conspicuous location on the Department’s website, indicating that any individual who is no longer incarcerated has the right to vote.
Md. Code, Human Services § 2-204 — MD Code / Article ghu / Title 2 / Subtitle 2 / Section 2-204
§2–204.
Status: in_force

(a) With the approval of the Governor, the Secretary shall appoint three deputy secretaries.

(b) The deputy secretaries:

(1) serve at the pleasure of the Secretary; and

(2) are entitled to the compensation provided in the State budget.

(c) The deputy secretaries have the duties delegated by the Secretary.

(d) The Secretary shall designate a deputy secretary to be the acting secretary when the Secretary is absent from the State or otherwise unavailable.
Md. Code, Corporations and Associations § 2-608 — MD Code / Article gca / Title 2 / Subtitle 6 / Section 2-608
§2–608.
Status: in_force

(a) If authorized by a majority of the entire board of directors, a corporation may restate its charter as provided in this section.

(b) Articles of restatement shall include every charter provision currently in effect, omitting only provisions which this section specifically permits to be omitted, and shall state:

(1) That the corporation desires to restate its charter as currently in effect;

(2) That the provisions set forth in the articles of restatement are all the provisions of the charter currently in effect;

(3) That the restatement of the charter has been approved by a majority of the entire board of directors;

(4) That the charter is not amended by the articles of restatement;

(5) The current address of the principal office of the corporation;

(6) The name and address of the corporation’s current resident agent; and

(7) The number of directors of the corporation and the names of those currently in office.

(c) Articles of restatement may omit all provisions which relate solely to a class of stock if, at the time:

(1) There are no shares of the class outstanding; and

(2) The corporation has no authority to issue any shares of the class.

(d) Articles of restatement may not contain:

(1) Any provisions of the charter which have been eliminated from it by amendment;

(2) The original charter provisions which contained the information required by subsection (b) (5), (6), and (7) of this section, if they are no longer current; or

(3) Any amendment to the charter of the corporation.
Md. Code, Transportation § 2-114 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 2 / Subtitle 1 / Section 2-114
§2–114.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “transit service” and “transit station” have the meanings stated in § 7–101 of this article.

(b) This section applies only to:

(1) An employee who is:

(i) A State employee who works at a transit station, airport, port facility, or highway rest stop;

(ii) A State employee who provides transit service; or

(iii) Employed under a contract with the State to provide transit service; or

(2) An employer of an employee described in item (1) of this subsection.

(c) (1) The Department shall:

(i) In consultation with stakeholders, develop or identify and implement a training program that includes a curriculum on the identification and reporting of suspected human trafficking; and

(ii) Administer the training program:

1. To all employees and contract employees of the Department; and

2. To the extent feasible, during regular working hours.

(2) The training program shall:

(i) Include a definition of human trafficking; and

(ii) Offer guidance to employees and contract employees on the identification of potential victims of human trafficking and protocols for reporting suspected human trafficking.

(d) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, on or before January 1, 2027, and each January 1 thereafter, each employer shall certify to the Department that all the employer’s employees have completed the training program.

(2) An employer shall:

(i) Provide a new employee with the training required under this section within 90 days after the date of hire; and

(ii) To the extent feasible, administer the training program during regular working hours.

(e) Each employer, in consultation with the Department, shall:

(1) Establish a procedure for employees and contract employees to report suspected incidents of human trafficking to the appropriate local agencies, including the designated regional navigator; and

(2) Implement a human trafficking prevention policy for employees and contract employees by providing information on how to:

(i) Recognize potential victims of human trafficking;

(ii) Respond to an individual who may be or is a victim of human trafficking; and

(iii) Connect an individual who may be or is a victim of human trafficking with available resources.

(f) An employer, an employee, or a contract employee may not be held civilly or criminally liable for reporting or responding in good faith to a suspected incident of human trafficking.

(g) To the extent practicable, the Department shall require frequent public service announcements with safety information for human trafficking victims to be made, in both English and Spanish, at transit stations, airports, port facilities, and highway rest stops.
Md. Code, Health - General § 2-701 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 2 / Subtitle 7 / Section 2-701
§2–701.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Claim” has the meaning stated in § 2–501 of this title.

(c) “Extrapolation” means the process of estimating an unknown value by projecting, with a calculated precision or margin of error, the results of the review of a sample to the universe from which the sample was drawn using a statistically valid sampling methodology.

(d) “Federal government” means an agency of the United States government or a contractor retained by the agency of the United States government.

(e) “Overpayment” means a payment that:

(1) Is made by the Department to a provider for services or goods for which the provider submitted a claim to the Department;

(2) Is found to be incorrect; and

(3) Results in a payment greater than that to which the provider is entitled.

(f) “Program” has the meaning stated in § 2–501 of this title.

(g) “Provider” has the meaning stated in § 2–501 of this title.

(h) “Statistically valid sampling methodology” means a methodology used for extrapolation that has a confidence level of 90% or greater and is validated by a statistician who possesses at least a master’s degree in statistics.

(i) “Universe” means a defined population of claims submitted by a provider to the Department and paid to the provider by the Department during a specified time period.
Md. Code, Transportation § 2-103.4 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 2 / Subtitle 1 / Section 2-103.4
§2–103.
Status: in_force

§2–103.4.

(a) Without regard to the laws of this State relating to other State employees, the Secretary of Transportation may establish a human resources management system for employees of the Department and its units. Any human resources management system that the Secretary establishes under this section shall:

(1) Be based on merit;

(2) Include fair and equitable procedures for appointment, hiring, promotion, layoff, removal, termination, redress of grievances, and reinstatement of employees;

(3) Include consideration of hiring a contractual employee to fill a vacant position in the same or similar classification in which the contractual employee is employed; and

(4) Permit employees to participate in the pension and retirement systems for employees of the State of Maryland authorized under Division II of the State Personnel and Pensions Article or any other pension and retirement systems authorized by law.

(b) (1) In the exercise of the Secretary’s powers under this section, the Secretary may:

(i) Create any position in accordance with State law; and

(ii) Subject to subsection (b–1) of this section, determine the qualifications, appointment, removal, tenure, terms of employment, and compensation of employees unless otherwise prohibited by law.

(2) The Secretary shall designate executive service employee and commission plan employee positions in the Human Resources Management System that:

(i) Must be filled without regard to political affiliation, belief, or opinion; or

(ii) In accordance with the criteria established under § 6–405(b) of the State Personnel and Pensions Article, may be filled with regard to political affiliation, belief, or opinion.

(3) On an annual basis, the Secretary shall report on the total number of positions designated under paragraph (2) of this subsection to the Governor and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, to the General Assembly.

(b–1) (1) In this subsection, “Central Repository” means the Criminal Justice Information System Central Repository of the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services.

(2) (i) In the exercise of the Secretary’s powers under subsection (b) of this section, the Secretary may request a State and national criminal history records check from the Central Repository for:

1. A prospective employee; or

2. A current employee for whom a criminal history records check is required by federal or State law.

(ii) The Secretary shall apply to the Central Repository for a State and national criminal history records check for each prospective or current employee for whom a records check is sought.

(iii) As part of the application for a criminal history records check, the Secretary shall submit to the Central Repository:

1. Two complete sets of the prospective or current employee’s legible fingerprints taken on forms approved by the Director of the Central Repository and the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation;

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

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

(iv) In accordance with Title 10, Subtitle 2 of the Criminal Procedure Article, the Central Repository shall forward to the prospective or current employee and the Department the prospective or current employee’s criminal history record information.

(v) Information obtained from the Central Repository under this paragraph:

1. Is confidential and may not be redisseminated; and

2. May be used only for the employment purpose authorized by this section.

(3) A person who is the subject of a criminal history records check under this section may contest the contents of the printed statement issued by the Central Repository as provided in § 10–223 of the Criminal Procedure Article.

(4) The Secretary may adopt regulations, guidelines, and policies to carry out this subsection.

(c) (1) Any human resources management system established under this section shall provide that classified service employees employed immediately prior to the date of its establishment shall be allowed to remain in the previous personnel system until June 30, 1996.

(2) Any person who as of June 30, 1996, is employed by the Department in a position authorized by the State budget, but not included under a collective bargaining agreement, shall be required to transfer into the human resources management system of the Department without loss of accumulated leave or retirement status.

(3) Any employee hired after the establishment of the new system as a permanent employee of the Department shall be hired under the provisions of the new human resources management system.

(4) Nothing in this section shall affect:

(i) The collective bargaining rights of members of the transit workers union;

(ii) The rights of employees hired at any time to join an employee organization; or

(iii) The rights of Maryland Transit Administration employees eligible under § 7–601 of this article to be included in a collective bargaining unit.

(d) (1) The Secretary shall adopt regulations to govern the human resources management system established under this section.

(2) The regulations shall address procedures for leave, appointment, hiring, promotion, layoff, removal, termination, redress of grievances, as defined in § 12–101 of the State Personnel and Pensions Article and consistent with § 2–407 of the State Personnel and Pensions Article, and reinstatement of employees and shall be presented to the Joint Committee on Administrative, Executive, and Legislative Review under Title 10, Subtitle 1 of the State Government Article.

(3) The regulations shall provide that before taking any disciplinary action related to employee misconduct, an appointing authority or designated representative shall:

(i) Investigate the alleged misconduct;

(ii) Meet with the employee;

(iii) Consider any mitigating circumstances;

(iv) Determine the appropriate disciplinary action, if any, to be imposed; and

(v) Give the employee a written notice of the disciplinary action to be taken and the employee’s appeal rights.

(4) (i) The regulations shall provide that the appointing authority or designated representative may suspend an employee, with or without pay, pending the filing of charges for termination.

(ii) If an employee is suspended without pay, the appointing authority or designated representative shall provide to the Secretary the charges for termination within 30 calendar days after the first day of the suspension period.

(iii) If the appointing authority or designated representative files the charges for termination after the 30–day period described in subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, the employee shall be placed on leave with pay until the Secretary receives the charges.

(5) The regulations shall provide that an appointing authority or a designated representative and an employee may agree to the holding in abeyance of a disciplinary action for a period not to exceed 18 months in order to permit an employee to improve conduct or performance.

(6) The employee grievance procedures shall include, at a minimum, the following sequence of levels of appeal:

(i) Initially an aggrieved employee shall present any grievance to the appointing authority or a designated representative, who shall render a written decision;

(ii) Any appeal shall be presented to the Secretary or a designated representative, who shall render a written decision; and

(iii) If the dispute is still unresolved, the aggrieved employee may appeal to the Office of Administrative Hearings or a mutually agreed upon third party arbiter that may not hear grievances relating to classification, salary, or fiscal matters.

(7) The employee grievance procedures shall include redress of any violation of Title 2, Subtitle 4 of the State Personnel and Pensions Article, including the award and payment of damages.

(8) The Secretary shall establish appeal procedures for disciplinary actions through regulations and policy.

(9) (i) During any stage of a complaint, grievance, or other administrative or legal action that concerns State employment by a full–time or part–time executive service, career service, or commission plan employee of the Department, or by a temporary or contractual employee of the Department, the employee may not be subjected to coercion, discrimination, interference, reprisal, or restraint by or initiated on behalf of the Department solely as a result of that employee’s pursuit of a grievance, complaint, or other administrative or legal action that concerns State employment.

(ii) An employee of the Department may not intentionally take or assist in taking an act of coercion, discrimination, interference, reprisal, or restraint against another employee solely as a result of that employee’s pursuit of a grievance, complaint, or other administrative or legal action that concerns State employment.

(iii) An employee who violates the provisions of this paragraph is subject to disciplinary action, including termination of employment.

(e) (1) The Secretary shall establish an Employee Performance Incentive Awards Program that conforms to the provisions of Division I of the State Personnel and Pensions Article.

(2) The Secretary shall have the same authority to implement this Program as is delegated to the Secretary of Budget and Management.

(3) Funding for an Employee Performance Incentive Awards Program shall be budgeted as a separate line item in the Department’s annual budget submission to the General Assembly.

(f) All permanent employees of the Department shall:

(1) Be considered as permanent State employees for the purposes of transferring to a position in the Executive, Legislative, or Judicial Branch of government;

(2) Receive credit for service with the Department for the purpose of transferring accumulated sick and vacation leave, service credit in the Employees’ Retirement System, and all other benefits; and

(3) Be granted the same salary consideration that would be provided to an employee transferring within the Executive, Legislative, or Judicial Branch.

(g) (1) In establishing a pay plan for the Department’s human resources management system, the Secretary shall use the standard salary schedule adopted by the Secretary of Budget and Management pursuant to the budget.

(2) The Secretary shall prepare and recommend a standard pay plan for all classes of positions in the human resources management system that conforms to the provisions of §§ 8–101, 8–102, 8–104, 8–105, and 8–109 of the State Personnel and Pensions Article that govern the standard pay plan of the State.

(3) The Secretary shall have the same authority to implement a standard pay plan as is delegated to the Secretary of Budget and Management.

(4) Employees in the Department may not be paid salaries in excess of those paid to employees in substantially the same classifications in other State agencies.

(5) The pay plan for the “Nurse Case Reviewer” position shall be equivalent to the pay scale for comparable nursing positions in Maryland Department of Health facilities listed under § 10–415(a) of the Health – General Article.

(h) (1) The Secretary shall establish an executive pay plan that conforms to the provisions of §§ 8–101, 8–102, 8–103(b), 8–104, 8–108, and 8–109 of the State Personnel and Pensions Article that govern the executive pay plan of the State. The Secretary shall have the same authority to implement an executive pay plan as is delegated to the Secretary of Budget and Management.

(2) Subject to § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the Secretary shall submit to the Department of Legislative Services, on or before July 15, October 15, January 15, and April 15 of each fiscal year:

(i) A list of the position, pay grade and step, title, name, and pay rate of each employee who was included in the executive pay plan as of the last day of the preceding fiscal quarter; and

(ii) The details of any lump–sum increases given to employees in the executive pay plan during the preceding fiscal quarter.

(3) (i) The quarterly reports required under paragraph (2) of this subsection shall include each flat–rate employee position in the executive pay plan.

(ii) Each flat–rate employee position included in the quarterly reports under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph shall be assigned a unique identifier that:

1. Describes the program to which the position is assigned for budgetary purposes; and

2. Corresponds to the position identification number used in the budget data provided annually by the Secretary to the Department of Legislative Services.

(i) The Department shall permit continuation of the rights of employee organizations in existence on July 1, 1992, to represent employees and to collect dues through a checkoff system consistent with Title 2, Subtitle 4 of the State Personnel and Pensions Article.
Md. Code, Election Law § 2-102 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 2 / Subtitle 1 / Section 2-102
§2–102.
Status: in_force

(a) The State Board shall manage and supervise elections in the State and ensure compliance with the requirements of this article and any applicable federal law by all persons involved in the elections process.

(b) In exercising its authority under this article and in order to ensure compliance with this article and with any requirements of federal law, the State Board shall:

(1) supervise the conduct of elections in the State;

(2) direct, support, monitor, and evaluate the activities of each local board;

(3) have a staff sufficient to perform its functions;

(4) adopt regulations to implement its powers and duties;

(5) receive, or in its discretion audit, campaign finance reports, account books and records kept under § 13–221 of this article, independent expenditure reports filed and records kept under § 13–306 of this article, electioneering communication reports filed and records kept under § 13–307 of this article, and statements filed and records kept under § 14–105 of this article;

(6) appoint a State Administrator in accordance with § 2–103 of this subtitle;

(7) at least annually, evaluate the performance of the State Administrator;

(8) maximize the use of technology in election administration, including the development of a plan for a comprehensive computerized elections management system;

(9) canvass and certify the results of elections as prescribed by law;

(10) make available to the general public, in a timely and efficient manner, information on the electoral process, including a publication that includes the text of this article, relevant portions of the Maryland Constitution, and information gathered and maintained regarding elections;

(11) subject to § 2–106 of this subtitle and § 13–341 of this article, receive, maintain, and serve as a depository for elections documents, materials, records, statistics, reports, certificates, proclamations, and other information prescribed by law or regulation;

(12) prescribe all forms required under this article; and

(13) serve as the official designated office in accordance with the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act for providing information regarding voter registration and absentee ballot procedures for absent uniformed services voters and overseas voters with respect to elections for federal office.

(c) The powers and duties assigned to the State Board under this article shall be exercised in accordance with an affirmative vote by a supermajority of the members of the State Board.

(d) For purposes of the Open Meetings Act, a project site visit or educational field tour may not be considered a meeting of the State Board if no organizational business is conducted.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 2-206 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 2 / Subtitle 2 / Section 2-206
§2–206.
Status: in_force

(a) On request of any person and payment of a verification fee set by the Board, the Board shall certify the licensing or permit status and qualifications of any person who is the subject of the request.

(b) Each certification under this section:

(1) shall include a statement of the licensing or permit status of the person who is the subject of the request; and

(2) may include:

(i) information about the examination results and other qualifications of that person;

(ii) information about the dates of issuance and renewal of the license or permit of that person;

(iii) information about any disciplinary action taken against that person; and

(iv) if authorized by that person, information about any complaint against that person.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 2-612 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 2 / Subtitle 6 / Section 2-612
§2–612.
Status: in_force

(1) An “installment contract” is one which requires or authorizes the delivery of goods in separate lots to be separately accepted, even though the contract contains a clause “each delivery is a separate contract” or its equivalent.

(2) The buyer may reject any installment which is nonconforming if the nonconformity substantially impairs the value of that installment and cannot be cured or if the nonconformity is a defect in the required documents; but if the nonconformity does not fall within subsection (3) and the seller gives adequate assurance of its cure the buyer must accept that installment.

(3) Whenever nonconformity or default with respect to one or more installments substantially impairs the value of the whole contract there is a breach of the whole. But the aggrieved party reinstates the contract if he accepts a nonconforming installment without seasonably notifying of cancellation or if he brings an action with respect only to past installments or demands performance as to future installments.
Md. Code, Human Services § 2-303 — MD Code / Article ghu / Title 2 / Subtitle 3 / Section 2-303
§2–303.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Career” means an occupation that provides opportunities for upward mobility and professional progress.

(3) “Eligible county” means:

(i) Baltimore City;

(ii) Baltimore County; or

(iii) Prince George’s County.

(4) “Eligible local school system” means:

(i) the Baltimore City public school system;

(ii) the Baltimore County public school system; or

(iii) the Prince George’s County public school system.

(5) “Pilot Program” means the Pilot Program for Human Services Careers established under this section.

(6) (i) “Service obligation” means to work in a targeted position for a minimum period of time, as provided in subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, during the 8–year period immediately following the awarding of a scholarship under the Pilot Program for Human Services Careers Scholarship established under § 18–3902 of the Education Article.

(ii) The service obligation period shall be 15 months for each academic year that the scholarship is awarded, regardless of the credit hours or semesters completed by the recipient during the academic year.

(7) “Targeted positions” means the following positions in the Department in an eligible county:

(i) Child Support Specialist Series;

(ii) Family Investment Specialist Series;

(iii) Family Support Worker Series;

(iv) Family SVS Caseworker Series; and

(v) Social Worker Series.

(b) (1) There is a Pilot Program for Human Services Careers.

(2) The purpose of the Pilot Program is to:

(i) encourage collaboration between the Department and eligible local school systems to assist students in establishing careers in targeted positions in the Department; and

(ii) assist current employees of the Department and employees in targeted positions in the Department to establish careers in targeted positions in the Department.

(3) The Department shall work with eligible local school systems to meet the requirements under § 7–132 of the Education Article regarding the Pilot Program.

(c) (1) In hiring for targeted positions, the Department shall prioritize applicants who:

(i) graduated from a high school in an eligible local school system; and

(ii) participated in the Pilot Program through the local school system or as an employee of the Department.

(2) If an applicant who meets the criteria described in paragraph (1) of this subsection is hired to fill a targeted position in the Department, the Department shall award a one–time stipend of $500 to the employee.

(d) (1) If the Department hires an applicant who graduated from a high school in an eligible local school system to fill a targeted position, the Department shall assign to the new employee a mentor who works in the Department.

(2) The Department shall:

(i) solicit applications from employees to serve as mentors to new employees hired in accordance with this section;

(ii) select qualified employees to serve as mentors based on criteria determined by the Department; and

(iii) negotiate mentor compensation with each exclusive representative.

(3) A mentor assigned to a new employee shall:

(i) serve as an expert resource on the Department for the employee; and

(ii) be compensated by the Department for serving as a mentor.

(4) The Department shall create a support system network for the employees who want to participate in the Pilot Program.

(e) (1) The Department shall provide to employees and other interested individuals outside the Department information regarding the career opportunities that are available in targeted positions in the Department.

(2) The information shall include:

(i) the qualifications necessary for each targeted position;

(ii) the salary range for each targeted position;

(iii) contact information for individuals who can help employees obtain the qualifications necessary for a targeted position; and

(iv) a description of and contact information for the Pilot Program for Human Services Careers Scholarship established under § 18–3902 of the Education Article.

(f) The Department, in collaboration with a scholarship recipient, shall develop a work schedule that enables the scholarship recipient to maintain a course load consistent with the intent of the Pilot Program.

(g) If an employee obtains a necessary credential or degree to work in a targeted position in the Department, the Department shall award a one–time stipend of $500 to the employee.

(h) Nothing in this section shall be construed to alter the minimum qualifications for any of the targeted positions included in this section.

(i) On or before December 1, 2024, and each December 1 thereafter, the Department shall collaborate with the eligible local school systems to submit a report to the General Assembly, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, on the Pilot Program, including:

(1) activities conducted by each eligible local school system to assist students in establishing careers in targeted positions in the Department;

(2) the number of individuals participating in the Pilot Program from each eligible local school system and in the Department; and

(3) the number of individuals awarded a Scholarship from the Pilot Program for Human Services Careers Scholarship established under § 18–3902 of the Education Article.

(j) On or before December 1, 2028, the Department shall submit a report to the General Assembly, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, on the effectiveness of the Pilot Program in accomplishing the goals of the Pilot Program in increasing employment in targeted positions in the Department.
Md. Code, State Government § 2-602 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 2 / Subtitle 6 / Section 2-602
§2–602.
Status: in_force

There is a Joint Audit and Evaluation Committee, which is a joint committee of the Senate and the House.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 2-401 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 2 / Subtitle 4 / Section 2-401
§2–401.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise provided in this title, a person may not practice, attempt to practice, or offer to practice audiology, hearing aid dispensing, or speech–language pathology, or assist in the practice of speech–language pathology or audiology in this State unless licensed by the Board to practice audiology, hearing aid dispensing, or speech–language pathology, or assist in the practice of speech–language pathology or audiology.

(b) A person may not use or attempt to use a license or a limited license that has been purchased, fraudulently obtained, counterfeited, or materially altered.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 2-103 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 2 / Subtitle 1 / Section 2-103
§2–103.
Status: in_force

(a) The head of the Division is the Commissioner.

(b) The Secretary shall appoint the Commissioner with the approval of the Governor.

(c) The Commissioner holds office at the pleasure of the Secretary.

(d) The Commissioner shall devote full time to the duties of office.

(e) The Commissioner is entitled to the salary provided in the State budget.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 2-402 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 2 / Subtitle 4 / Section 2-402
§2–402.
Status: in_force

(1) Except as provided in subsections (2) and (3), rights of unsecured creditors of the seller with respect to goods which have been identified to a contract for sale are subject to the buyer’s rights to recover the goods under this title (§§ 2-502 and 2-716).

(2) A creditor of the seller may treat a sale or an identification of goods to a contract for sale as void if as against him a retention of possession by the seller is fraudulent under any rule of law of the state where the goods are situated, except that retention of possession in good faith and current course of trade by a merchant-seller for a commercially reasonable time after a sale or identification is not fraudulent.

(3) Nothing in this title shall be deemed to impair the rights of creditors of the seller

(a) Under the provisions of the title on secured transactions (Title 9); or

(b) Where identification to the contract or delivery is made not in current course of trade but in satisfaction of or as security for a preexisting claim for money, security or the like and is made under circumstances which under any rule of law of the state where the goods are situated would apart from this title constitute the transaction a fraudulent transfer or voidable preference.
Md. Code, Public Utilities § 2-302 — MD Code / Article gpu / Title 2 / Subtitle 3 / Section 2-302
§2–302.
Status: in_force

This subtitle applies to commissioners, the General Counsel, the People’s Counsel, officers and employees of the Office of People’s Counsel, and the officers and employees of the Commission.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 2-313 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 2 / Subtitle 3 / Section 2-313
§2–313.
Status: in_force

(1) Express warranties by the seller are created as follows:

(a) Any affirmation of fact or promise made by the seller to the buyer which relates to the goods and becomes part of the basis of the bargain creates an express warranty that the goods shall conform to the affirmation or promise.

(b) Any description of the goods which is made part of the basis of the bargain creates an express warranty that the goods shall conform to the description.

(c) Any sample or model which is made part of the basis of the bargain creates an express warranty that the whole of the goods shall conform to the sample or model.

(2) It is not necessary to the creation of an express warranty that the seller use formal words such as “warrant” or “guarantee” or that he have a specific intention to make a warranty, but an affirmation merely of the value of the goods or a statement purporting to be merely the seller’s opinion or commendation of the goods does not create a warranty.
Md. Code, State Government § 2-1601 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 2 / Subtitle 16 / Section 2-1601
§2–1601.
Status: in_force

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

(b) (1) “Hearing” means a meeting that an investigating committee holds, during an investigatory proceeding, to take testimony or to receive other evidence.

(2) “Hearing” does not include a preliminary conference or interview at which testimony is not taken under oath.

(c) “Investigating committee” means any of the following bodies that may obtain, for the use of the General Assembly, information on a specific subject by compelling the attendance and testimony of witnesses or the production of books, documents, papers, and records:

(1) a standing committee or a subcommittee of a standing committee;

(2) a joint committee of the Senate and the House or a subcommittee of a joint committee; or

(3) the Legislative Policy Committee or any of its committees or subcommittees.
Md. Code, Corporations and Associations § 2-117 — MD Code / Article gca / Title 2 / Subtitle 1 / Section 2-117
§2–117.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “emergency” has the meaning stated in § 2–116 of this subtitle.

(b) During an emergency, unless the bylaws contain emergency provisions providing otherwise, notice of a meeting of the board of directors may be given:

(1) Only to those directors whom it is practicable to reach in the circumstances;

(2) In any practicable manner given the circumstances; and

(3) With shorter notice as is reasonable in the circumstances.

(c) Any corporate act taken in good faith under this section during an emergency:

(1) Binds the corporation; and

(2) May not be used to impose liability on a director, an officer, an employee, or an agent of the corporation.
Md. Code, Corporations and Associations § 2-312 — MD Code / Article gca / Title 2 / Subtitle 3 / Section 2-312
§2–312.
Status: in_force

(a) If it is established that the director’s duties were not performed in compliance with § 2-405.1 of this title, a director who votes for or assents to a distribution made in violation of the charter or § 2-311 of this subtitle is personally liable to the corporation for the amount of the distribution that exceeds what could have been made without violating the charter or § 2-311 of this subtitle.

(b) A director held liable under subsection (a) of this section for an unlawful distribution is entitled to contribution:

(1) From every other director who could be held liable under subsection (a) of this section for the unlawful distribution; and

(2) From each stockholder for the amount the stockholder accepted knowing the distribution was made in violation of the charter or § 2-311 of this subtitle.

(c) (1) A proceeding to enforce the liability of a director under subsection (a) of this section may not begin more than 3 years after the date on which the effect of the distribution was measured under § 2-311(c) or (e) of this subtitle.

(2) A proceeding to enforce contribution under subsection (b) of this section may not begin more than 1 year after the liability of the director claiming contribution has been finally adjudicated under subsection (a) of this section.

(d) The liabilities imposed by this section are in addition to any other liability imposed by law on the directors of a corporation.
Md. Code, Environment § 2-1303.1 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 2 / Subtitle 13 / Section 2-1303.1
§2–1303.
Status: in_force

§2–1303.1.

(a) In this section, “Working Group” means the Just Transition Employment and Retraining Working Group of the Commission.

(b) The Commission shall establish a Just Transition Employment and Retraining Working Group.

(c) The Working Group shall include:

(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 Secretary, or the Secretary’s designee;

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

(5) The Secretary of Transportation, or the Secretary’s designee;

(6) One electrical worker, selected by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers;

(7) One construction laborer, selected by the Baltimore Washington Laborers’ District Council;

(8) Two representatives of the building and construction trade industry, selected by the Baltimore–DC Metro Building and Construction Trades Council;

(9) Four labor representatives, three selected by the Maryland State AFL–CIO and one selected by the Mid–Atlantic Pipe Trades Association;

(10) One representative of the energy efficiency industry, selected by the Secretary;

(11) Two representatives of environmental organizations, selected by the Governor;

(12) One representative of the solar energy industry, selected by the Chesapeake Solar and Storage Association;

(13) One representative of the wind energy industry, selected by the American Clean Power Association;

(14) One representative of the geothermal energy industry selected by the Maryland Geothermal Association;

(15) Two representatives of registered apprenticeship sponsors, one selected by the Maryland Chapters of the Associated Builders and Contractors and one selected by the Baltimore–DC Metro Building and Construction Trades Council;

(16) One community college representative, selected by the Maryland Association of Community Colleges;

(17) One representative who is a veteran, selected by the Maryland Military Coalition;

(18) One representative who is a formerly incarcerated individual, selected by the Legal Action Center National H.I.R.E. Networks;

(19) Two at–large representatives who are women in affected industries, selected by the Governor;

(20) Two representatives selected by the Maryland State Chapter of the NAACP;

(21) One heating oil or propane distributor in the State, selected by the Secretary;

(22) One representative of municipal electric utilities, selected by the Public Service Commission; and

(23) One representative of investor–owned utilities, selected by the Public Service Commission.

(d) The Secretary shall designate the chair of the Working Group.

(e) The Department shall provide staff for the Working Group.

(f) A member of the Working Group:

(1) May not receive compensation as a member of the Working Group; but

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

(g) The Working Group shall:

(1) Advise the Commission on issues and opportunities for workforce development and training related to energy efficiency measures, renewable energy, and other clean energy technologies, with specific focus on training and workforce opportunities for:

(i) Segments of the population that may be underrepresented in the clean energy workforce, such as veterans, women, and formerly incarcerated individuals; and

(ii) Dislocated workers affected by the downsizing of fossil fuel industries;

(2) Identify:

(i) Energy–intensive industries and related trades;

(ii) Sites of electric generating facilities that may be closed as a result of a transition to renewable energy sources;

(iii) Sector–specific impacts of the State’s greenhouse gas emissions reduction plan on the State’s current workforce;

(iv) Avenues to maximize the skills and expertise of Maryland workers in the new energy economy;

(v) Challenges and opportunities related to minimizing adverse employment and financial impacts on displaced workers and their communities through environmental policies conditioned on the fair distribution of costs and benefits; and

(vi) Resources necessary to protect workers from economic insecurity, including options for maintaining or supplementing retirement and health care benefits for dislocated workers affected by the downsizing of fossil fuel industries;

(3) Advise the Commission on the potential impacts of carbon leakage risks on Maryland industries and local host communities, including the impact of any potential greenhouse gas emissions reduction measures on the competitiveness of Maryland businesses and industry; and

(4) Conduct a study of:

(i) The number of jobs created to counter climate impacts, including in the energy sector, building sector, transportation sector, and working lands sector;

(ii) The projected inventory of jobs needed and skills and training required to meet future demand for jobs to counter climate impacts;

(iii) Workforce disruption due to community changes caused by the transition to a low–carbon economy; and

(iv) Strategies for targeting workforce development and job creation in fenceline communities that have historically borne the brunt of hosting carbon polluters.

(h) On or before December 31, 2023, the Working Group shall report to the Commission and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the General Assembly on the findings of the study required under subsection (g)(4) of this section.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 2-325 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 2 / Subtitle 3 / Section 2-325
§2–325.
Status: in_force

(1) Failure of the buyer seasonably to furnish an agreed letter of credit is a breach of the contract for sale.

(2) The delivery to seller of a proper letter of credit suspends the buyer’s obligation to pay. If the letter of credit is dishonored, the seller may on seasonable notification to the buyer require payment directly from him.

(3) Unless otherwise agreed the term “letter of credit” or “banker’s credit” in a contract for sale means an irrevocable credit issued by a financing agency of good repute and, where the shipment is overseas, of good international repute. The term “confirmed credit” means that the credit must also carry the direct obligation of such an agency which does business in the seller’s financial market.
Md. Code, Courts and Judicial Proceedings § 2-330 — MD Code / Article gcj / Title 2 / Subtitle 3 / Section 2-330
§2–330.
Status: in_force

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

(b) (1) The Sheriff of Prince George’s County shall receive:

(i) An annual salary of $132,734 for calendar year 2013; and

(ii) For calendar year 2014 and each subsequent calendar year, an annual salary equal to the salary of a circuit court judge.

(2) The Sheriff shall:

(i) Be provided with an automobile during the term as Sheriff for the use and work of the Sheriff’s Office, with adequate maintenance and insurance for the automobile to be at the cost of the county; and

(ii) Receive not more than $5,000 per year for expenses incurred in performing the duties of Sheriff, including training and education, an accounting of which shall be submitted to the County Director of Finance for approval.

(c) (1) (i) The Sheriff shall be provided with five full–time assistant sheriffs.

(ii) The assistant sheriffs shall be selected and appointed by the Sheriff and serve at the Sheriff’s pleasure.

(iii) One of the assistant sheriffs shall be appointed as the chief assistant sheriff.

(iv) The assistant sheriffs shall be considered line officers, if so designated by the Sheriff.

(2) Each assistant sheriff shall be provided with:

(i) An automobile for the duration of the assistant sheriff’s appointment, for the use and work of the Sheriff’s Office, with adequate maintenance and insurance of the automobile to be at the expense of the county; and

(ii) An expense allowance of not more than $2,500 annually, an accounting of which shall be submitted to the County Director of Finance for approval.

(3) Each assistant sheriff may participate in the supplemental retirement program provided to deputy sheriffs by the county.

(4) The assistant sheriffs shall devote their full time and attention to the Sheriff’s Office.

(5) (i) 1. Except as provided in subsubparagraph 2 of this subparagraph, the chief assistant sheriff shall receive an annual salary of $71,091.

2. The salary of a commissioned deputy sheriff appointed to the position of chief assistant sheriff shall be provided for by the Sheriff in the budget of the county.

(ii) 1. Except as provided in subsubparagraph 2 of this subparagraph, the assistant sheriffs shall receive an annual salary of $69,888.

2. The salary of commissioned deputy sheriffs serving as assistant sheriffs shall be provided for by the Sheriff in the budget of the county.

(d) (1) The Sheriff and the assistant sheriffs shall be provided with an annual clothing allowance equal to that which is provided to deputy sheriffs of all ranks for the procurement, care, and upkeep of clothing and leather goods, and administered for that purpose.

(2) (i) Except as provided in subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, the Sheriff, chief assistant sheriff, and assistant sheriffs shall receive each benefit, other than salary increases, that is negotiated for the deputy sheriffs by the Fraternal Order of Police and granted to the management team of the Sheriff’s Office.

(ii) Any additional or increased benefit does not apply to the incumbent Sheriff, but shall take effect at the beginning of the next following term of office.

(e) (1) (i) In addition to the assistant sheriffs, the Sheriff shall be provided with the number of full–time employees, including civilian employees and commissioned deputy sheriffs, as is deemed necessary and appropriate to carry out the duties and discharge of the Sheriff’s Office.

(ii) The cost and expense of the positions of the full–time employees, including the salaries, shall be provided for in the budget of the county.

(2) (i) All full–time civilian employees shall be subject to the county personnel law.

(ii) Civilian employees shall:

1. Have the right to organize and bargain collectively; and

2. Be subject to the Prince George’s County Labor Code with regard to collective bargaining for compensation, including pension and fringe benefits, hours, and terms and conditions of employment.

(iii) The County Executive of Prince George’s County shall be considered the employer of the civilian employees only for the purpose of collective bargaining for compensation, including pension and fringe benefits, and hours.

(iv) 1. Subject to the provisions of subsubparagraph 2 of this subparagraph, the Sheriff shall be considered the employer for purposes of collective bargaining for other terms and conditions of employment.

2. Any required funding for a collective bargaining agreement negotiated by the Sheriff shall be subject to the approval of the County Executive.

(f) (1) Except for the assistant sheriffs, all full–time deputy sheriffs of all ranks, provided for the Sheriff in the budget of the county, may be required by the Sheriff to serve a probationary period of 12 months on commencement of any position in the Sheriff’s department.

(2) The probationary period may be extended by the Sheriff for reasonable cause.

(3) During the probationary period, the determination of the employee’s qualifications and ability to serve in the position of a permanent, nonprobationary employee shall be within the exclusive discretion of the Sheriff.

(4) All probationary commissioned deputy sheriffs shall be required to complete the minimum number of hours as mandated for other law enforcement agencies, as set by the Maryland Police Training and Standards Commission.

(g) (1) Except for the assistant sheriffs, all commissioned full–time employees, including deputy sheriffs of all ranks and court security officers, that are provided for by the Sheriff in the budget of the county, shall be subject to the county personnel law.

(2) All nonprobationary commissioned full–time employees, including deputy sheriffs of all ranks, are subject to Title 3, Subtitle 1 of the Public Safety Article.

(3) (i) All commissioned full–time employees, including deputy sheriffs of all ranks and court security officers, are also subject to the Labor Code of the county with regard to collective bargaining for compensation, including pension and other fringe benefits, hours, and terms and conditions of employment.

(ii) The County Executive shall be considered the employer of the deputy sheriffs and court security officers only for the purpose of collective bargaining for compensation, including pension and fringe benefits, and hours.

(iii) 1. Subject to the provisions of subsubparagraph 2 of this subparagraph, the Sheriff shall be considered the employer for purposes of collective bargaining for other terms and conditions of employment.

2. Any required funding for a collective bargaining agreement negotiated by the Sheriff shall be subject to the approval of the County Executive.

(h) (1) The Sheriff and the deputy sheriffs shall be limited in their duties as law enforcement officers, as follows:

(i) The full power of arrest;

(ii) The service of process of all writs, summonses, orders, petitions, subpoenas, warrants, rules to show cause, and all other legal papers;

(iii) The care and supervision of prisoners at any of the county detention centers, hospitals, penal institutions, or other places of confinement;

(iv) The security of all State and county courts and the performance of such duties as may be required of them by the courts;

(v) The transportation of all legally detained persons;

(vi) The administration and enforcement of casino night permits as authorized by the governing body of the county; and

(vii) As of October 1, 2007, specific duties as authorized by the county governing body, including:

1. Responding to domestic violence calls;

2. Acting as school resource deputies in county schools; and

3. Providing security for county public school sporting events and extracurricular activities that are held in the county, sponsored by a public school, and open to the public.

(2) (i) The duties authorized in paragraph (1)(vii) of this subsection shall be enumerated in a memorandum of understanding entered into by the Prince George’s County Police Department and the Office of the Sheriff of Prince George’s County.

(ii) The memorandum of understanding:

1. May be revised only by the county governing body; and

2. Is in effect from the date it is signed by both parties, but not before October 1, 2007.

(i) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, neither the Sheriff nor any deputy sheriff may conduct criminal investigations.

(2) The Sheriff or a deputy sheriff may conduct criminal investigations:

(i) In matters concerning the Sheriff’s department;

(ii) On request of the courts;

(iii) As necessary for the administration and enforcement of casino night permits as authorized by the county governing body; and

(iv) In investigations arising out of or incident to normally assigned duties, including those duties authorized by the county governing body under subsection (h)(1)(vii) of this section.

(3) When the Sheriff or a deputy sheriff has commenced an investigation under paragraph (2)(iv) of this subsection, the Sheriff or deputy sheriff shall:

(i) Immediately notify the appropriate law enforcement agency that has jurisdiction over the matter; and

(ii) Transfer the investigation to an appropriate law enforcement agency that has jurisdiction over the matter on request of the agency.
Md. Code, Natural Resources § 2-202 — MD Code / Article gnr / Title 2 / Subtitle 2 / Section 2-202
§2–202.
Status: in_force

The Survey shall:

(1) Conduct topographic, geologic, hydrographic, and geophysical surveys;

(2) Prepare topographic, geologic, and other types of maps to meet specific needs;

(3) Prepare reports on the extent and character of the State’s geology, mineral, and water resources; and

(4) Periodically assess the paleontological resources of the State and coordinate the assessment with interested persons and public agencies.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 2-4A-16 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 2 / Subtitle 4A / Section 2-4A-16
§2–4A–16.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise provided in the Administrative Procedure Act, before the Board takes any action under § 2–4A–14 of this subtitle, it shall give the individual against whom the action is contemplated an opportunity for a hearing before the Board.

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

(c) The individual may be represented at the hearing by counsel.

(d) (1) Over the signature of an officer or the administrator of the Board, the Board may issue subpoenas and administer oaths in connection with any investigation under this subtitle and any hearings or proceedings before the Board.

(2) The Board shall issue subpoenas on behalf of the individual if the individual:

(i) Requests that the Board do so; and

(ii) States under oath that the testimony or evidence sought is necessary to the individual’s defense.

(3) If, without lawful excuse, an individual disobeys a subpoena from the Board or an order by the Board to take an oath, testify, or answer a question, a court of competent jurisdiction may compel, on petition of the Board, compliance with the subpoena.

(e) If, after due notice, the individual against whom the action is contemplated fails or refuses to appear, the Board nevertheless may hear and determine the matter.

(f) The hearing of charges may not be stayed or challenged by any procedural defect alleged to have occurred before the filing of charges.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 2A-501 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 2A / Subtitle 5 / Section 2A-501
§2A–501.
Status: in_force

(1) Whether the lessor or the lessee is in default under a lease contract is determined by the lease agreement and this title.

(2) If the lessor or the lessee is in default under the lease contract, the party seeking enforcement has rights and remedies as provided in this title and, except as limited by this title, as provided in the lease agreement.

(3) If the lessor or the lessee is in default under the lease contract, the party seeking enforcement may reduce the party’s claim to judgment, or otherwise enforce the lease contract by self-help or any available judicial procedure or nonjudicial procedure, including administrative proceeding, arbitration, or the like, in accordance with this title.

(4) Except as otherwise provided in § 1–305(a) of this article or the lease agreement, the rights and remedies referred to in subsections (2) and (3) are cumulative.

(5) If the lease agreement covers both real property and goods, the party seeking enforcement may proceed under this part as to the goods, or under other applicable law as to both the real property and the goods in accordance with that party’s rights and remedies in respect of the real property, in which case this part does not apply.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 2-3B-07 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 2 / Subtitle 3B / Section 2-3B-07
§2–3B–07.
Status: in_force

A licensed audiology assistant or an applicant to be a licensed audiology assistant shall be subject to the provisions in §§ 2–314.1, 2–314.2, 2–314.5, 2–314.7, 2–314.8, and 2–317 of this title in the same manner as those provisions apply to applicants for a license to practice audiology and licensed audiologists.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 2-710 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 2 / Subtitle 7 / Section 2-710
§2–710.
Status: in_force

Incidental damages to an aggrieved seller include any commercially reasonable charges, expenses or commissions incurred in stopping delivery, in the transportation, care and custody of goods after the buyer’s breach, in connection with return or resale of the goods or otherwise resulting from the breach.
Md. Code, Insurance § 2-212 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 2 / Subtitle 2 / Section 2-212
§2–212.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, a demand for a hearing stays an order of the Commissioner pending the hearing and an order resulting from it if the Commissioner receives the demand:

(i) before the effective date of the order; or

(ii) within 10 days after the order is served.

(2) Paragraph (1) of this subsection does not apply to an action taken or proposed under an order:

(i) resulting from a hearing;

(ii) resulting from a final decision of the Insurance Commissioner on a complaint in an emergency case under § 15-10A-04 of this article; or

(iii) based on impairment of assets or unsound financial condition of an insurer.

(b) If the Commissioner does not grant a written request for a stay, the aggrieved person may apply to the Circuit Court for Baltimore City for a stay of the proposed action of the Commissioner.
Md. Code, Environment § 2-1205 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 2 / Subtitle 12 / Section 2-1205
§2–1205.
Status: in_force

(a) The State shall develop plans, adopt regulations, and implement programs that reduce statewide greenhouse gas emissions in accordance with this subtitle.

(b) On or before June 30, 2023, the Department shall:

(1) Submit a proposed plan that reduces statewide greenhouse gas emissions by 60% from 2006 levels by 2031 to the Governor and General Assembly;

(2) Make the proposed plan available to the public; and

(3) Convene a series of public workshops to provide interested parties with an opportunity to comment on the proposed plan.

(c) (1) The Department shall, on or before December 31, 2012, adopt a final plan that reduces statewide greenhouse gas emissions by 25% from 2006 levels by 2020.

(2) The Department shall, on or before December 31, 2023, adopt a final plan that:

(i) Reduces statewide greenhouse gas emissions by 60% from 2006 levels by 2031; and

(ii) Sets the State on a path toward achieving net–zero statewide greenhouse gas emissions by 2045.

(3) The Department shall:

(i) On or before December 31, 2030, adopt a final plan that achieves net–zero statewide greenhouse gas emissions by 2045; and

(ii) On or before December 31, 2035, review and, as necessary, revise the final plan to achieve net–zero statewide gas emissions by 2045.

(d) The final plans required under subsection (c) of this section shall include:

(1) Adopted regulations that implement all plan measures for which State agencies have existing statutory authority; and

(2) A summary of any new legislative authority needed to fully implement the plans and a timeline for seeking legislative authority.

(e) A final plan developed under this section:

(1) May not include highway widening or additional road construction as a greenhouse gas emission reduction measure;

(2) May include the use of carbon capture, electric distribution and transmission infrastructure improvements, and storage technology as a greenhouse gas emission reduction measure only if the technology has been scientifically proven to achieve verifiable carbon reductions;

(3) Shall use the global warming potential for methane over a 20–year time horizon, as accepted in the most recent assessment of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, in estimating the State’s greenhouse gas emissions reductions;

(4) Shall include policy recommendations to ensure the continued operation of Maryland’s existing zero carbon emission electric generators through current operating licenses;

(5) Shall include specific estimates of the greenhouse gas emissions reductions that could be achieved through the expansion of mass transit options; and

(6) Shall include specific estimates of the reductions expected from each greenhouse gas emissions reduction measure included in the plan.

(f) In developing and adopting a final plan to reduce statewide greenhouse gas emissions, the Department shall consult with State and local agencies as appropriate.

(g) (1) Paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection apply only to persons who engaged in manufacturing in 2023.

(2) (i) Unless required by federal law or regulations or existing State law, regulations adopted by State agencies to implement a final plan may not:

1. Require any manufacturer to reduce greenhouse gas emissions below the emissions levels for that manufacturer in 2023;

2. Cause an increase in costs to a manufacturer that are significantly beyond the costs that were incurred by that manufacturer in 2023; or

3. Require any manufacturer that is engaged in the creation of renewable energy components or technology aimed at greenhouse gas emissions reductions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

(ii) Subparagraph (i) of this paragraph may not be construed to exempt greenhouse gas emissions sources in the State’s manufacturing sector from the obligation to comply with:

1. Greenhouse gas emissions monitoring, recordkeeping, and reporting requirements for which the Department had existing authority under § 2–301(a) of this title on or before October 1, 2009; or

2. Greenhouse gas emissions reductions required of the manufacturing sector as a result of the State’s implementation of the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative.

(3) A regulation adopted by a State agency for the purpose of reducing greenhouse gas emissions in accordance with this section may not be construed to result in a significant increase in costs to the State’s manufacturing sector unless the source would not incur the cost increase but for the new regulation.

(h) (1) As part of the consideration of any regulation of the production of cement under this section, the Department shall consider:

(i) The extent to which cement manufacturing is an energy intensive and trade exposed industry;

(ii) Credit for early action investments made by cement producers to reduce emissions or for the manufacturing of alternative materials that result in greenhouse gas emissions reductions;

(iii) The adoption of policies that encourage, facilitate, and offer financial incentives for the use of alternative fuel sources;

(iv) The availability and cost of mature greenhouse gas abatement technologies; and

(v) Advancing policies that provide financial incentives to offset the costs of installing and transitioning to greenhouse gas emissions abatement technologies, including the manufacturing of materials and technology that results in greenhouse gas emissions reductions.

(2) In considering the feasibility of regulation and the items under paragraph (1) of this subsection, the Department shall consult with impacted cement producers and other stakeholders.
Md. Code, Agriculture § 2-506 — MD Code / Article gag / Title 2 / Subtitle 5 / Section 2-506
§2–506.
Status: in_force

The Foundation on or before January 15 of each year, shall transmit to the Governor and, subject to § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, to the General Assembly a report of the Foundation’s proceedings and activity for the preceding fiscal year, including an inventory of all easements or other interests in agricultural land and woodland acquired during that time, and including a report on the condition of the Maryland Agricultural Land Preservation Fund.
Md. Code, State Government § 2-10A-03 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 2 / Subtitle 10A / Section 2-10A-03
§2–10A–03.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Joint Committee on Workers’ Compensation Benefit and Insurance Oversight.

(b) (1) The Committee consists of 16 members.

(2) Of the 16 members:

(i) 1. 2 shall be members of the Senate appointed by the President of the Senate; and

2. 2 shall be Delegates appointed by the Speaker of the House of Delegates; and

(ii) 12 shall be appointed jointly by the President and the Speaker as follows:

1. 1 representative of the business community;

2. 1 representative of the Maryland labor organizations;

3. 1 representative of the Maryland building and construction labor organizations;

4. 1 representative of a self–insured local government entity;

5. 2 members of the public;

6. 1 member of the insurance industry;

7. 1 member of the Medical and Chirurgical Faculty of Maryland;

8. 1 member of a workers’ compensation rating organization;

9. 2 members of the Bar of the Supreme Court of Maryland, 1 of whom represents plaintiffs in workers’ compensation cases and 1 of whom represents defendants in workers’ compensation cases; and

10. 1 member who is certified by the Workers’ Compensation Commission as a Maryland rehabilitation service provider.

(c) The members of the Committee serve at the pleasure of the presiding officer who appointed them.

(d) The President and the Speaker shall jointly appoint a Senator and a Delegate each to serve as cochair.

(e) (1) The Committee shall examine and evaluate:

(i) the condition of the workers’ compensation benefit and insurance structure in the State; and

(ii) the effect of Chapters 590 and 591 of the Laws of Maryland of 1987 on that structure.

(2) This examination shall include the regulations adopted by the Workers’ Compensation Commission that are to be used by physicians to measure impairment when preparing medical evaluations of claimants.

(f) The Insurance Commissioner and the Workers’ Compensation Commission shall:

(1) cooperate fully with the Committee;

(2) keep the Committee fully informed as to the condition of workers’ compensation benefits and workers’ compensation insurance in the State; and

(3) submit an annual report, subject to § 2–1257 of this title, to the Committee on or before October 1 of each year that incorporates the information described in item (2) of this subsection.

(g) The Committee shall report to the Governor and the Legislative Policy Committee on December 31 of each year.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 2-4A-15 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 2 / Subtitle 4A / Section 2-4A-15
§2–4A–15.
Status: in_force

(a) If, after a hearing under § 2–4A–16 of this subtitle, the Board finds that there are grounds under § 2–4A–14 of this subtitle to suspend or revoke a license or to reprimand a licensee, the Board may impose a monetary penalty not exceeding $5,000:

(1) Instead of suspending the license; or

(2) In addition to suspending or revoking the license.

(b) The Board shall adopt regulations to set standards for the imposition of monetary penalties under this section.

(c) The Board shall pay any penalty collected under this section into the General Fund of the State.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 2-115 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 2 / Subtitle 1 / Section 2-115
§2–115.
Status: in_force

(a) In accordance with the State budget, the Secretary may set the compensation of a Department employee in a position that:

(1) is unique to the Department;

(2) requires specific skills or experience to perform the duties of the position; and

(3) does not require the employee to perform functions that are comparable to functions performed in other units of the Executive Branch of State government.

(b) The Secretary of Budget and Management shall determine:

(1) position categories for special appointments in the Department; and

(2) in consultation with the Secretary, the positions for which the Secretary may set compensation under subsection (a) of this section.
Md. Code, Commercial Law § 2A-208 — MD Code / Article gcl / Title 2A / Subtitle 2 / Section 2A-208
§2A–208.
Status: in_force

(1) An agreement modifying a lease contract needs no consideration to be binding.

(2) A signed lease agreement that excludes modification or rescission except by a signed writing may not be otherwise modified or rescinded, but, in a consumer lease such a requirement on a form supplied by a lessor must be conspicuous.

(3) Although an attempt at modification or rescission does not satisfy the requirements of subsection (2), it may operate as a waiver.

(4) A party who has made a waiver affecting an executory portion of a lease contract may retract the waiver by reasonable notification received by the other party that strict performance will be required of any term waived, unless the retraction would be unjust in view of a material change of position and reliance on the waiver.
Md. Code, State Government § 2-1248 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 2 / Subtitle 12 / Section 2-1248
§2–1248.
Status: in_force

In addition to any duties set forth elsewhere, the Office shall:

(1) on request of a member of the General Assembly, analyze and report on:

(i) the laws of any state on a specific subject and all of the available information about the practical operation and effect of those laws; and

(ii) the acts and records of any state;

(2) compile information on and analyze any matter that is the subject of proposed legislation;

(3) on request of a member of the General Assembly, prepare or help to prepare a bill or resolution that, unless the member specifies otherwise, conforms to the style manual of the Office;

(4) provide analyses of proposed and emergency regulations of Executive Branch agencies;

(5) make recommendations for the reclassification, rearrangement, renumbering, rewording, and other formal revision of the public general laws of Maryland;

(6) make recommendations for appropriate systems to collect and publish:

(i) the public local laws;

(ii) executive orders; and

(iii) the regulations of units of the Executive Branch of the State government;

(7) complete the formal revision of statutory law for the General Assembly by preparing and submitting to the General Assembly recommendations for the repeal or modification of statutes that are obsolete, inconsistent with another statute, unconstitutional, or otherwise in need of formal revision;

(8) correct manifest spelling, grammatical, or clerical errors or errors of addition or omission in the Code maintained by the Department, and include any such correction in the Annual Corrective Bill for ratification by the General Assembly;

(9) maintain the clarity, simplicity, and consistency of style of statutory law;

(10) have a style manual for statutory law;

(11) include in the style manual a drafting rule that requires, to the extent practicable, the use of words that are neutral as to gender except for a subject matter that specifically applies only to one gender and except for a name or organizational title;

(12) assign a chapter number to each bill, and a joint resolution number to each joint resolution, that, by operation of law, becomes law without the signature of the Chief Executive, and notify the Secretary of State in writing of these assignments; and

(13) carry out any other function related to legal affairs required by the Executive Director.
Md. Code, Agriculture § 2-1901 — MD Code / Article gag / Title 2 / Subtitle 19 / Section 2-1901
§2–1901.
Status: in_force

§2–1901. IN EFFECT

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

(2) (i) “Healthy soils” means the continuing capacity of soil to:

1. Function as a biological system;

2. Increase soil organic matter;

3. Improve soil structure and water and nutrient holding capacity; and

4. Sequester carbon and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

(ii) “Healthy soils” may include regenerative practices and traditions.

(3) “Program” means the Maryland Healthy Soils Program.

(4) (i) “Regenerative practices and traditions” means a form of land management and stewardship approaches and practices that:

1. Draws on traditions and innovations from African, Indigenous, and original land stewards;

2. Promotes culturally important food and climate justice programs and initiatives; and

3. Enhances the land and ecosystem through adaptive land management practices that improve soil health and water quality, restore biodiversity, mitigate climate change impacts, and provide the greatest community benefits.

(ii) “Regenerative practices and traditions” includes practices such as producing food in the State for distribution within the State.

(b) There is a Maryland Healthy Soils Program.

(c) The purpose of the Program is to:

(1) Improve the health, yield, and profitability of the soils of the State;

(2) Increase biological activity and carbon sequestration in the soils of the State by promoting practices based on emerging soil science, including planting mixed cover crops, adopting no–till or low–till farming practices, and rotation grazing; and

(3) Promote widespread use of healthy soils practices among farmers in the State.

(d) To carry out the purposes of the Program, the Department shall:

(1) Provide incentives, including research, education, technical assistance, and, subject to available funding, financial assistance, to farmers to implement farm management practices that contribute to healthy soils; and

(2) Determine whether the Program may be implemented in a manner to enhance other State and federal programs that provide financial assistance to farmers.

(e) In each of fiscal years 2024 through 2028, the Governor shall include in the annual budget bill an appropriation of at least $500,000 for the Program.

§2–1901. // EFFECTIVE JUNE 30, 2030 PER CHAPTER 38 OF 2022 //

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

(2) (i) “Healthy soils” means the continuing capacity of soil to:

1. Function as a biological system;

2. Increase soil organic matter;

3. Improve soil structure and water and nutrient holding capacity; and

4. Sequester carbon and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

(ii) “Healthy soils” may include regenerative practices and traditions.

(3) “Program” means the Maryland Healthy Soils Program.

(4) (i) “Regenerative practices and traditions” means a form of land management and stewardship approaches and practices that:

1. Draws on traditions and innovations from African, Indigenous, and original land stewards;

2. Promotes culturally important food and climate justice programs and initiatives; and

3. Enhances the land and ecosystem through adaptive land management practices that improve soil health and water quality, restore biodiversity, mitigate climate change impacts, and provide the greatest community benefits.

(ii) “Regenerative practices and traditions” includes practices such as producing food in the State for distribution within the State.

(b) There is a Maryland Healthy Soils Program.

(c) The purpose of the Program is to:

(1) Improve the health, yield, and profitability of the soils of the State;

(2) Increase biological activity and carbon sequestration in the soils of the State by promoting practices based on emerging soil science, including planting mixed cover crops, adopting no–till or low–till farming practices, and rotation grazing; and

(3) Promote widespread use of healthy soils practices among farmers in the State.

(d) To carry out the purposes of the Program, the Department shall:

(1) Provide incentives, including research, education, technical assistance, and, subject to available funding, financial assistance, to farmers to implement farm management practices that contribute to healthy soils; and

(2) Determine whether the Program may be implemented in a manner to enhance other State and federal programs that provide financial assistance to farmers.
Md. Code, State Government § 2-807 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 2 / Subtitle 8 / Section 2-807
§2–807.
Status: in_force

(a) In carrying out any of its functions or powers, the Committee may:

(1) issue subpoenas;

(2) compel the attendance of witnesses;

(3) compel the production of any papers, books, accounts, documents, and testimony;

(4) administer oaths; and

(5) cause the depositions of witnesses, who reside in or outside of the State, to be taken in the manner provided by law for taking depositions in a civil case.

(b) (1) If a person fails to comply with a subpoena issued under this section or fails to testify on any matter on which the person lawfully may be interrogated, on petition of a member of the Committee, a circuit court may pass an order directing compliance with the subpoena or compelling testimony and may enforce the order by proceedings for contempt.

(2) Venue and procedures for a proceeding under paragraph (1) of this subsection to direct compliance with a subpoena or compel testimony are as provided in § 2–1803 of this title.
Md. Code, Health - General § 2-504 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 2 / Subtitle 5 / Section 2-504
§2–504.
Status: in_force

The Inspector General, in collaboration with the appropriate departmental program, may:

(1) Take necessary steps to recover any mistaken claims paid or payments obtained in error or fraudulent claims paid to or obtained by a provider; and

(2) Take necessary steps to recover the cost of benefits mistakenly paid or obtained in error, or fraudulently paid to or obtained by a recipient.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 2-4A-19 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 2 / Subtitle 4A / Section 2-4A-19
§2–4A–19.
Status: in_force

The Board may issue a cease and desist order for a violation of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Environment § 2-206 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 2 / Subtitle 2 / Section 2-206
§2–206.
Status: in_force

(a) Before the Department adopts any rule or regulation under this title, the Department shall submit the proposed rule or regulation to the Council for advice.

(b) Within 30 days after receiving a proposed rule or regulation from the Department, the Council shall give the Department its advice on the proposal by recommending:

(1) Adoption;

(2) Rejection; or

(3) Modification.
Md. Code, Health - General § 2-505 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 2 / Subtitle 5 / Section 2-505
§2–505.
Status: in_force

(a) A person is not civilly liable for:

(1) Making a report in good faith of fraud, waste, or abuse; or

(2) Participating in any investigation related to fraud, waste, or abuse.

(b) (1) This subsection does not apply to an employee as defined in § 1–501(c) of the Health Occupations Article or a State employee.

(2) A provider may not take a retaliatory action against an employee because the employee:

(i) Discloses or threatens to disclose to a supervisor or to a public body an activity, policy, or practice of the provider that the employee reasonably believes is in violation of this subtitle or a regulation adopted under this subtitle;

(ii) Provides information to, or testifies before, a public body conducting an investigation, hearing, or inquiry into a suspected violation by the provider under this subtitle or a regulation adopted under this subtitle; or

(iii) Objects to or refuses to participate in any activity, policy, or practice that the employee reasonably believes is in violation of this subtitle or regulations adopted under this subtitle.

(3) Any employee who is subject to an action in violation of paragraph (2) of this subsection may institute a civil action in the county where:

(i) The alleged violation occurred;

(ii) The employee resides; or

(iii) The provider maintains its principal office in the State.

(4) The action shall be brought within 1 year after the alleged violation of paragraph (2) of this subsection or within 1 year after the employee first became aware of the alleged violation of paragraph (2) of this subsection.

(5) In any action brought under this subsection, a court may:

(i) Issue an injunction to restrain continued violation of this subsection;

(ii) Reinstate the employee to the same or an equivalent position held before the violation of paragraph (2) of this subsection;

(iii) Remove any adverse personnel record entries based on or related to the violation of paragraph (2) of this subsection;

(iv) Reinstate full fringe benefits and seniority rights;

(v) Require compensation for lost wages, benefits, and other remuneration; and

(vi) Assess reasonable attorney’s fees and other litigation expenses against:

1. The provider, if the employee prevails; or

2. The employee, if the court determines that the action was brought by the employee in bad faith and without basis in law or fact.

(6) A provider shall:

(i) Conspicuously display notices of its employee protections under this subsection; and

(ii) Use appropriate means to inform its employees of the protections and obligations provided under this subsection.
Md. Code, Housing and Community Development § 2-112 — MD Code / Article ghs / Title 2 / Subtitle 1 / Section 2-112
§2–112.
Status: in_force

The Secretary is responsible for the budget of each governmental unit in the Department.
Md. Code, Transportation § 2-601 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 2 / Subtitle 6 / Section 2-601
§2–601.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Director” means the Director of Bicycle and Pedestrian Access.

(c) “Transit facility” has the meaning stated in § 3-101(k) of this article.

(d) “Transportation facility” has the meaning stated in § 3-101(l) of this article.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 2-502 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 2 / Subtitle 5 / Section 2-502
§2–502.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise provided in this section, results generated by facial recognition technology may not be introduced in a criminal proceeding or in a delinquency proceeding under Title 3, Subtitle 8A of the Courts Article.

(b) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, results generated by facial recognition technology may be considered or introduced as evidence in connection with a criminal proceeding only for the purpose of establishing probable cause or positive identification:

(i) in connection with the issuance of a warrant; or

(ii) at a preliminary hearing.

(2) (i) Subject to subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, results generated by facial recognition technology may not serve as the sole basis to establish probable cause or the positive identification of an individual in a criminal investigation or proceeding.

(ii) Probable cause or positive identification may be established using facial recognition technology only if the results are supported by additional, independently obtained evidence establishing probable cause or a positive identification.
Md. Code, Education § 2-204 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 2 / Subtitle 2 / Section 2-204
§2–204.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Each year, the State Board shall hold:

(i) A meeting in July; and

(ii) At least three other regular meetings.

(2) The Board may hold special meetings as necessary.

(b) (1) At the annual Board meeting in July, the State Board shall select a president and a vice president from among its members.

(2) A member may not serve for more than 4 years as president.

(c) (1) The State Superintendent is the Chief Executive, Secretary, and Treasurer of the State Board.

(2) He shall attend each meeting of the Board and of its committees, except when his own tenure, salary, or the administration of his office are under consideration.

(3) He may advise the Board on any question under consideration, but may not vote.

(d) A member of the State Board serves without compensation but is entitled to reimbursement for expenses in accordance with the Standard State Travel Regulations.

(e) The affirmative vote of a majority of the members then serving on the State Board is required for any action by the Board.
Md. Code, Insurance § 2-112 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 2 / Subtitle 1 / Section 2-112
§2–112.
Status: in_force

(a) Fees for the following certificates, licenses, permits, and services shall be collected in advance by the Commissioner, and shall be paid by the appropriate persons, including health maintenance organizations, to the Commissioner:

(1) fees for certificates of authority:

(i) application fee for initial certificate of authority, including filing the application, articles of incorporation and other charter documents, except as provided in item (2) of this subsection, bylaws, financial statement, examination report, power of attorney to the Commissioner, and all other documents and filings in connection with the application $1,000

(ii) fee for initial certificate of authority $200

(iii) fee for annual renewal of certificate of authority for all foreign insurers and for domestic insurers with their home or executive office in the State...........................................................................................................................$500

(iv) fee for annual renewal of certificate of authority for domestic insurers with their home or executive office outside the State, except those domestic insurers that had their home or executive office outside the State before January 1, 1929:

1. with premiums written in the most recent calendar year not exceeding $500,000.................................................................................. $2,500

2. with premiums written in the most recent calendar year not exceeding $1,000,000............................................................................... $5,000

3. with premiums written in the most recent calendar year not exceeding $2,000,000............................................................................... $7,000

4. with premiums written in the most recent calendar year not exceeding $5,000,000............................................................................... $9,000

5. with premiums written in the most recent calendar year of more than $5,000,000.............................................................................. $11,000

(v) reinstatement of certificate of authority $500

(2) fees for articles of incorporation of a domestic insurer or foreign insurer, exclusive of fees required to be paid to the Department of Assessments and Taxation:

(i) fee for filing the articles of incorporation with the Commissioner for approval $25

(ii) fee for amendment of the articles of incorporation $10

(3) fees for filing bylaws or amendments to bylaws with the Commissioner..............................................................................................................$10

(4) fees for certificates of qualification:

(i) application fee $25

(ii) managing general agent certificate of qualification:

1. fee for initial certificate $30

2. annual renewal fee $30

(iii) surplus lines broker certificate of qualification:

1. fee for initial certificate within 1 year of renewal.......................................................................................................................$100

2. fee for initial certificate over 1 year from renewal.......................................................................................................................$100

3. biennial renewal fee $200

(5) fee for temporary insurance producer licenses and appointments...............................................................................................................$27

(6) fees for licenses and permits:

(i) public adjuster license:

1. fee for initial license within 1 year of renewal $25

2. fee for initial license over 1 year from renewal $50

3. biennial renewal fee $50

(ii) adviser license:

1. fee for initial license within 1 year of renewal $100

2. fee for initial license over 1 year from renewal $200

3. biennial renewal fee $200

(iii) insurance producer license:

1. fee for initial license $54

2. biennial renewal fee $54

(iv) SHOP Exchange navigator license:

1. fee for initial license $54

2. biennial renewal fee $54

3. fee for reinstatement of license $100

(v) SHOP Exchange enrollment permit:

1. fee for initial permit $54

2. biennial renewal fee $54

3. fee for reinstatement of permit $100

(vi) application fee $25

(7) fee for each insurance vending machine license, for each machine, every second year $50

(8) fees for approval as a surplus lines insurer:

(i) fee for initial approval $1,000

(ii) annual renewal fee $1,000

(9) fees for eligibility as an accredited or certified reinsurer:

(i) fee for initial eligibility $1,000

(ii) annual fee for continued eligibility $1,000

(10) fees for required filings, including form and rate filings, under Title 11, Subtitles 2 through 4, Title 26, §§ 12–203, 13–110, 14–126, and 27–613 of this article, and § 15–311.2 of the Transportation Article ………………………… $125

(11) service of legal process fee under §§ 3–318(e), 3–319(d), and 4–107 of this article and § 19–708(b)(12) of the Health – General Article ………..……… $15

(12) annual fee for registration of an obligor under § 15–311.2 of the Transportation Article ……………………………………………….……………..……..$25

(13) fees for required filings under § 15–143 of this article……………………………………………………………………………………….. $125

(b) A court may award reimbursement of a service of process fee imposed under subsection (a)(10) of this section to a prevailing plaintiff in any proceeding against an insurer, surplus lines broker, or health maintenance organization.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 2-318 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 2 / Subtitle 3 / Section 2-318
§2–318.
Status: in_force

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

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

(b) Unless the Board agrees to accept the surrender, a licensee may not surrender a license while the licensee is under investigation or awaiting a hearing or disposition on charges subject to disciplinary action under this subtitle.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 2-113.1 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 2 / Subtitle 1 / Section 2-113.1
§2–113.
Status: in_force

§2–113.1.

(a) A regulated person, as defined in § 2–117 of this subtitle, may not:

(1) Issue an advertisement or make a representation that is false, misleading, or deceptive;

(2) Impose, as a condition for a loan, a restriction on obtaining credit, property, or service from a competitor unless the restriction is reasonably necessary to secure the loan;

(3) Impose, as a condition for a service, a restriction on obtaining credit, property, or service from a competitor; or

(4) Engage in an act or a practice that is anticompetitive, unfair, deceptive, abusive, or injurious to the public interest.

(b) The Commissioner may further define specific acts or practices that are anticompetitive, unfair, deceptive, abusive, or injurious to the public interest.

(c) Notwithstanding § 2–113(d) of this subtitle, a financial institution or a subsidiary or an affiliate of a financial institution is subject to this section whenever the financial institution or subsidiary or affiliate engages in activity:

(1) For which it maintains or is required to maintain a license or registration issued by the Commissioner or the State Collection Agency Licensing Board; or

(2) Subject to a provision of law, regulation, rule, or order over which the Commissioner has jurisdiction, other than activity subject to any of Titles 3 through 9 of this article.
Md. Code, Environment § 2-1202 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 2 / Subtitle 12 / Section 2-1202
§2–1202.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Alternative compliance mechanism” means an action authorized by regulations adopted by the Department that achieves the equivalent reduction of greenhouse gas emissions over the same period as a direct emissions reduction.

(c) “Carbon dioxide equivalent” means the measurement of a given weight of a greenhouse gas that has the same global warming potential, measured over a specified period of time, as one metric ton of carbon dioxide.

(d) “Direct emissions reduction” means a reduction of greenhouse gas emissions from a greenhouse gas emissions source.

(e) “Greenhouse gas” includes carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide, hydrofluorocarbons, perfluorocarbons, and sulfur hexafluoride.

(f) “Greenhouse gas emissions source” means a source or category of sources of greenhouse gas emissions that have emissions of greenhouse gases that are subject to reporting requirements or other provisions of this subtitle, as determined by the Department.

(g) “Leakage” means a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions within the State that is offset by a corresponding increase in greenhouse gas emissions from a greenhouse gas emissions source located outside the State that is not subject to a similar state, interstate, or regional greenhouse gas emissions cap or limitation.

(h) (1) “Manufacturing” means the process of substantially transforming, or a substantial step in the process of substantially transforming, tangible personal property into a new and different article of tangible personal property by the use of labor or machinery.

(2) “Manufacturing”, when performed by companies primarily engaged in the activities described in paragraph (1) of this subsection, includes:

(i) The operation of saw mills, grain mills, or feed mills;

(ii) The operation of machinery and equipment used to extract and process minerals, metals, or earthen materials or by–products that result from the extracting or processing; and

(iii) Research and development activities.

(3) “Manufacturing” does not include:

(i) Activities that are primarily a service;

(ii) Activities that are intellectual, artistic, or clerical in nature;

(iii) Public utility services, including gas, electric, water, and steam production services;

(iv) The production of cement; or

(v) Any other activity that would not commonly be considered as manufacturing.

(i) “Statewide greenhouse gas emissions” means the total annual emissions of greenhouse gases in the State, measured in metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalents, including all emissions of greenhouse gases from the generation of electricity delivered to and consumed in the State, and line losses from the transmission and distribution of electricity, whether the electricity is generated in–State or imported.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 2-203 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 2 / Subtitle 2 / Section 2-203
§2–203.
Status: in_force

(a) From among its members, the Board shall elect:

(1) a chairman; and

(2) (i) a secretary and a treasurer; or

(ii) a secretary-treasurer.

(b) The manner of election of officers and their terms of office shall be as the Board determines.
Md. Code, Courts and Judicial Proceedings § 2-301 — MD Code / Article gcj / Title 2 / Subtitle 3 / Section 2-301
§2–301.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in § 2-302 of this subtitle, the sheriff shall serve all papers directed to him according to their instructions, within the time set by the court.

(b) (1) A sheriff may serve papers in a county other than the county of which he is sheriff; or

(2) The clerk may send a paper to the sheriff of another county for service by him. After serving the paper the sheriff shall file a return with the court from which it was issued.
Md. Code, Health - General § 2-501 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 2 / Subtitle 5 / Section 2-501
§2–501.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Abuse” means provider practices that are inconsistent with sound fiscal, business, or medical practices and result in unnecessary costs to a program, or in reimbursement for services that are not medically necessary or that fail to meet professionally recognized health care standards.

(c) “Claim” means a request or demand for money, property, or services made under contract or otherwise, by a contractor, grantee, provider, or other person seeking money for the provision of health services if:

(1) The State or Department provides any portion of the money or property that is requested or demanded; or

(2) The State or Department reimburses the contractor, grantee, provider, or other person for any portion of the money or property that is requested or demanded.

(d) “Employee” means any individual who performs services for, or under the control or direction of, a provider for wages or other remuneration.

(e) (1) “Fraud” means an intentional material deception or misrepresentation made by a person with the knowledge that the deception or misrepresentation could result in some unauthorized benefit or payment.

(2) “Fraud” includes any act that constitutes fraud under applicable State or federal law.

(e–1) “Office” means the Maryland Office of the Inspector General for Health established under § 2–502 of this subtitle.

(f) “Program” means the Medical Assistance Program, the Cigarette Restitution Fund Program, the Developmental Disabilities Administration, the Behavioral Health Administration, the Prevention and Health Promotion Administration, or any other unit of the Department that pays a provider for a service rendered or claimed to have been rendered to a recipient.

(g) (1) “Provider” means:

(i) An individual licensed or certified under the Health Occupations Article to provide health care;

(ii) A licensed facility that provides health care to individuals;

(iii) Any other person who or entity that provides health care, products, or services to a program recipient; or

(iv) A contractor, subcontractor, or vendor who directly or indirectly provides the Department or its recipients supplies, drugs, equipment, or services.

(2) “Provider” does not include a State agency that receives grant funding from or through the Department if that agency has in place a corporate compliance program that meets departmental requirements.

(h) “Recipient” means an individual who receives benefits under a program.

(i) “Recovery” means the repayment of money to the Department by a provider through return, reimbursement, recoupment, withholding of future payments, offsets, or any other method.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 2-102 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 2 / Subtitle 1 / Section 2-102
§2–102.
Status: in_force

(a) This section does not apply to an employee of the Department of State Police to whom the Secretary of State Police assigns the powers contained in § 2-412 of the Public Safety Article.

(b) (1) Subject to the limitations of paragraph (3) of this subsection, a police officer may make arrests, conduct investigations, and otherwise enforce the laws of the State throughout the State without limitations as to jurisdiction.

(2) This section does not authorize a police officer who acts under the authority granted by this section to enforce the Maryland Vehicle Law beyond the police officer’s sworn jurisdiction, unless the officer is acting under a mutual aid agreement authorized under § 2-105 of this subtitle.

(3) A police officer may exercise the powers granted by this section when:

(i) 1. the police officer is participating in a joint investigation with officials from another state, federal, or local law enforcement unit, at least one of which has local jurisdiction;

2. the police officer is rendering assistance to another police officer;

3. the police officer is acting at the request of a police officer or State Police officer; or

4. an emergency exists; and

(ii) the police officer is acting in accordance with regulations adopted by the police officer’s employing unit to carry out this section.

(4) The powers granted by this section are in addition to the powers granted by §§ 5-801, 5-802, 5-807, 5-808, and 5-901 of the Criminal Law Article and to the powers of fresh pursuit granted by Subtitle 3 of this title.

(c) (1) A police officer who acts under the authority granted by this section shall notify the following persons of an investigation or enforcement action:

(i) 1. the chief of police, if any, or chief’s designee, when in a municipal corporation;

2. the Police Commissioner or Police Commissioner’s designee, when in Baltimore City;

3. the chief of police or chief’s designee, when in a county with a county police department, except Baltimore City;

4. the sheriff or sheriff’s designee, when in a county without a county police department;

5. the Secretary of Natural Resources or Secretary’s designee, when on property owned, leased, operated by, or under the control of the Department of Natural Resources;

6. the chief of police of the Maryland Transportation Authority or chief’s designee, when on property owned, leased, operated by, or under the control of the Maryland Transportation Authority, Maryland Aviation Administration, or Maryland Port Administration;

7. the chief of police of the Department of General Services or the chief’s designee, when on property owned, leased, operated, managed, patrolled by, or under the control of the Department of General Services; or

8. the chief of police of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission for the county in which the property is located, when on property owned, leased, or operated by or under the control of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission; and

(ii) the Department of State Police barrack commander or commander’s designee, unless there is an agreement otherwise with the Department of State Police.

(2) When the police officer participates in a joint investigation with officials from another state, federal, or local law enforcement unit, the police officer shall give the notice required under paragraph (1) of this subsection reasonably in advance.

(d) A police officer who acts under the authority granted by this section:

(1) has all the immunities from liability and exemptions as a State Police officer in addition to any other immunities and exemptions to which the police officer is otherwise entitled; and

(2) remains at all times and for all purposes an employee of the employing unit.

(e) (1) This section does not impair a right of arrest otherwise existing under the Code.

(2) This section does not deprive a person of the right to receive a citation for a traffic violation as provided in the Maryland Vehicle Law or a criminal violation as provided by law or the Maryland Rules.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 2-506 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 2 / Subtitle 5 / Section 2-506
§2–506.
Status: in_force

(a) A person may not cause the death of another as a result of the person’s negligently driving, operating, or controlling a motor vehicle or vessel while the person is impaired by a controlled dangerous substance, as defined in § 5–101 of this article.

(b) A violation of this section is homicide by motor vehicle or vessel while impaired by a controlled dangerous substance.

(c) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, a person who violates this section is guilty of a felony and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or a fine not exceeding $5,000 or both.

(2) (i) A person who violates this section, having previously been convicted under this section, § 2–209, § 2–210, § 2–503, § 2–504, § 2–505, or § 3–211 of this article, or § 21–902 of the Transportation Article, is guilty of a felony and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 10 years or a fine not exceeding $10,000 or both.

(ii) For the purposes of application of subsequent offender penalties under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph, a conviction for a crime committed in another state or federal jurisdiction that, if committed in this State would constitute a violation of this section, § 2–209, § 2–210, § 2–503, § 2–504, § 2–505, or § 3–211 of this article, or § 21–902 of the Transportation Article, shall be considered a violation of this section.

(d) This section does not apply to a person who is entitled to use the controlled dangerous substance under the laws of this State.
Md. Code, Transportation § 2-113 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 2 / Subtitle 1 / Section 2-113
§2–113.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Council” means the Maryland Zero Emission Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Council.

(3) “Fuel cell electric vehicle” has the meaning stated in § 11–125.1 of this article.

(4) “Plug–in electric drive vehicle” has the meaning stated in § 11–145.1 of this article.

(5) “Zero emission electric vehicle” includes:

(i) A plug–in electric drive vehicle; and

(ii) A fuel cell electric vehicle.

(b) There is a Maryland Zero Emission Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Council.

(c) The Council consists of the following members:

(1) One member 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 Secretary, or the Secretary’s designee;

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

(5) The Secretary of the Environment, or the Secretary’s designee;

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

(7) The Secretary of General Services, or the Secretary’s designee;

(8) The Executive Director of the Technical Staff of the Maryland Public Service Commission, or the Executive Director’s designee;

(9) The Director of the Maryland Energy Administration, or the Director’s designee;

(10) The People’s Counsel, or the People’s Counsel’s designee; and

(11) The following members appointed by the Governor:

(i) One representative of an institution of higher education in the State with expertise in energy, transportation, or the environment;

(ii) Two representatives of the Maryland Association of Counties, including:

1. A representative who resides in a rural region of the State; and

2. A representative who resides in an urban or suburban region of the State;

(iii) Two representatives of the Maryland Municipal League, including:

1. A representative who resides in a rural region of the State; and

2. A representative who resides in an urban or suburban region of the State;

(iv) One representative of an electric vehicle driver advocacy organization;

(v) Two representatives of electric companies in the State;

(vi) One representative of a light–duty plug–in electric drive vehicle manufacturer;

(vii) One representative of a heavy–duty plug–in electric drive vehicle manufacturer;

(viii) One representative of a manufacturer of plug–in electric drive vehicle charging stations;

(ix) One representative of manufacturers of fuel cell electric vehicles;

(x) One representative of manufacturers of fuel cell electric vehicle infrastructure equipment;

(xi) One representative of fleet vehicle operators;

(xii) One representative of electrical workers;

(xiii) Two representatives of the environmental community;

(xiv) One public member with expertise in energy or transportation policy;

(xv) One representative of a new vehicle dealer association in the State;

(xvi) One representative of the retail electric supplier community; and

(xvii) One representative of an automotive dismantler and recycler that dismantles, destroys, or recycles zero emission electric vehicles and that, if applicable, recycles lithium–ion batteries.

(d) The Governor shall designate the chair or cochairs of the Council.

(e) The Department shall provide staff support to the Council with the assistance of the Maryland Energy Administration and the Maryland Public Service Commission.

(f) A member of the Council:

(1) May not receive compensation as a member of the Council; but

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

(g) The Council shall:

(1) Develop an action plan to facilitate the successful integration of zero emission electric vehicles into the State’s transportation network;

(2) Assist in developing and coordinating statewide standards for streamlined permitting and installation of residential and commercial electric vehicle charging and hydrogen refueling stations and supply equipment;

(3) Develop a recommendation for a statewide electric vehicle charging and hydrogen refueling infrastructure plan, including placement opportunities for public charging and hydrogen refueling stations;

(4) Increase consumer awareness and demand for zero emission electric vehicles through public outreach;

(5) Make recommendations regarding monetary and nonmonetary incentives to support zero emission electric vehicle ownership and maximize private sector investment in zero emission electric vehicles;

(6) Develop targeted policies to support fleet purchases of zero emission electric vehicles;

(7) Develop charging solutions for existing and future multidwelling units;

(8) Develop model procurement practices for light–duty vehicles that include an evaluation of the vehicle life cycle costs inclusive of estimated fuel cost over the anticipated life of the vehicle;

(9) Encourage local and regional efforts to promote the use of electric vehicles and attract federal funding for State and local zero emission electric vehicle programs;

(10) Recommend policies that support zero emission electric vehicle charging and hydrogen refueling from clean energy sources;

(11) Recommend a method of displaying pricing information at public charging and hydrogen refueling stations;

(12) Establish performance measures for meeting zero emission electric vehicle–related employment, infrastructure, and regulatory goals; and

(13) Pursue other goals and objectives that promote the utilization of zero emission electric vehicles in the State.

(h) (1) On or before December 1, 2024, and December 1, 2025, the Council shall submit interim reports of its work and recommendations to the Governor and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the General Assembly.

(2) On or before June 30, 2026, the Council shall submit a final report of its work and recommendations to the Governor and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the General Assembly.
Md. Code, State Government § 2-1604 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 2 / Subtitle 16 / Section 2-1604
§2–1604.
Status: in_force

An investigating committee shall have at least 5 members.
Md. Code, Land Use § 2-104 — MD Code / Article glu / Title 2 / Subtitle 1 / Section 2-104
§2–104.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, a planning commission shall hold at least one regular meeting each month.

(2) (i) Except as provided in subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, a planning commission appointed by a municipal corporation shall hold meetings quarterly, or more often as the planning commission’s duties require.

(ii) If there is no business before the planning commission, the chair may cancel the quarterly meeting.

(b) Each member of a planning commission is entitled to the compensation that the legislative body considers appropriate.

(c) A planning commission may:

(1) appoint the employees necessary for the performance of the planning commission’s functions; and

(2) contract with planners, engineers, architects, and other consultants for services that the commission requires.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 2-4A-04 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 2 / Subtitle 4A / Section 2-4A-04
§2–4A–04.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The Board shall set reasonable fees for the issuance and renewal of licenses and the other services the Board provides to music therapists.

(2) The fees charged shall be set so as to produce funds to approximate the cost of maintaining the licensure program and the other services provided to music therapists.

(b) (1) The Board shall pay all fees collected under the provisions of this subtitle to the Comptroller.

(2) The Comptroller shall distribute all fees to the Board.

(c) The fees shall be used to cover the actual documented direct and indirect costs of fulfilling the statutory and regulatory duties of the Board under this subtitle.
Md. Code, Agriculture § 2-305 — MD Code / Article gag / Title 2 / Subtitle 3 / Section 2-305
§2–305.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “animal control facility” means a humane society, as defined in § 10–601 of the Criminal Law Article, or a county or municipal designated animal shelter.

(b) The Board, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the Board, may issue a license to an animal control facility to allow the animal control facility to administer:

(1) Drugs needed to sedate, euthanize, or sedate and euthanize animals; and

(2) Rabies vaccines in accordance with § 18–313 of the Health – General Article.

(c) (1) (i) The owner of an animal control facility shall apply for the license.

(ii) The Board shall issue a license in the name of the owner of an animal control facility.

(2) The application shall designate one individual at the facility responsible for the drugs and rabies vaccines.

(3) The annual license fee is $100.

(d) In accordance with procedures set out in § 2–311 of this subtitle, the Board may:

(1) Reject an application for a license; or

(2) Suspend or revoke a license for failure to comply with the Board’s regulations.

(e) An animal control facility licensed under this section shall comply with the Board’s requirements relating to employee training.

(f) A member of the Board, or the Board’s designated inspector, may enter an animal control facility licensed under this section at any reasonable hour to enforce the Board’s regulations.

(g) In consultation with the Maryland Department of Health, the Board shall adopt regulations necessary to carry out this section.
Md. Code, State Government § 2-1504 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 2 / Subtitle 15 / Section 2-1504
§2–1504.
Status: in_force

(a) For each regular or special session of the General Assembly, the Department of Legislative Services shall prepare and distribute, in serial order:

(1) a synopsis of each Senate bill that is introduced; and

(2) a synopsis of each House bill that is introduced.

(b) If the Department determines that a bill imposes a mandate on a local government unit, the synopsis shall include a statement that “This bill imposes a mandate on a local government unit.”.

(c) If the Department determines that a bill requires a mandated appropriation, the synopsis shall include a statement that “This bill requires a mandated appropriation in the annual budget bill.”.
Md. Code, Corporations and Associations § 2-109 — MD Code / Article gca / Title 2 / Subtitle 1 / Section 2-109
§2–109.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) After the Department accepts the articles of incorporation for record, at the call of a majority of the directors named in the articles, the directors shall hold an organization meeting of the board of directors, to adopt bylaws, elect officers, and transact any other business which may come before the meeting.

(2) The directors who call the meeting shall notify each director in writing of the time and place of the meeting at least three days before it is held.

(b) After the organization meeting of the board of directors, the power to adopt, alter, and repeal the bylaws of the corporation is vested in the stockholders except to the extent that the charter or bylaws vest it in the board of directors.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 2-204 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 2 / Subtitle 2 / Section 2-204
§2–204.
Status: in_force

(a) A murder that is not in the first degree under § 2–201 of this subtitle is in the second degree.

(b) A person who commits a murder in the second degree is guilty of a felony and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 40 years.
Md. Code, Agriculture § 2-401 — MD Code / Article gag / Title 2 / Subtitle 4 / Section 2-401
§2–401.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Urban area” means an area delineated as an urban area by the U.S. Census Bureau.

(3) “Urban farmer” means an individual who farms in an urban area.

(b) (1) The University of Maryland Extension shall hire an extension agent dedicated to urban farm production methods and crop management.

(2) The agent hired under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall:

(i) Perform applied research on urban farm production methods and crop management; and

(ii) Spend a majority of the agent’s time providing education to urban farmers on urban farm production methods and crop management.

(3) The education provided under paragraph (2)(ii) of this subsection may include:

(i) Planning and scheduling crop planting and harvesting in urban areas, including outdoors, indoors, in greenhouses, and in high tunnel production systems;

(ii) Production management practices for controlled environment agriculture systems;

(iii) Growing trials and production methods for crops grown in urban areas, including specialty crops such as heritage vegetables, ethnic vegetables, herbs, microgreens, and cut flowers;

(iv) Propagation and transplant production;

(v) Training on and certifications for good agricultural practices;

(vi) Training on organic certifications; and

(vii) Any other topic regarding urban farm production methods and crop management that the agent, in consultation with urban farmers and farm service providers located in urban areas, determines is necessary.

(c) (1) The University of Maryland Extension shall hire an extension agent dedicated to urban farm and agribusiness management.

(2) The agent hired under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall:

(i) Perform applied research on urban farm and agribusiness management; and

(ii) Spend a majority of the agent’s time providing and coordinating education for urban farmers on urban farm and agribusiness management.

(3) The education provided under paragraph (2)(ii) of this subsection may include:

(i) Accounting and financial management;

(ii) Identifying potential customers and business development;

(iii) Marketing;

(iv) Human resource management;

(v) Different business types and structures;

(vi) Land acquisition;

(vii) Insurance;

(viii) Licensing and permitting; and

(ix) Any other topic regarding urban farm and agribusiness management that the agent, in consultation with urban farmers and farm service providers located in urban areas, determines is necessary.

(d) For fiscal year 2024 and each fiscal year thereafter, the Governor shall include in the annual budget bill an appropriation of $300,000 to the University of Maryland Extension for the extension agents hired under this section.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 2-206 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 2 / Subtitle 2 / Section 2-206
§2–206.
Status: reserved

(a) There is a State Board of Examiners for Audiologists, Hearing Aid Dispensers, Speech–Language Pathologists, and Music Therapists Fund.

(b) (1) The Board may set reasonable fees for the issuance and renewal of licenses and its other services.

(2) The fees charged shall be set so as to produce funds to approximate the cost of maintaining the Board.

(3) Funds to cover the compensation and expenses of the Board members shall be generated by fees set under this section.

(c) In accordance with the budget of the Board, the Board may pay expenses incurred in carrying out the provisions of this title.

(d) (1) The Board shall pay all funds collected under this title to the Comptroller of the State.

(2) The Comptroller shall distribute the fees to the State Board of Examiners for Audiologists, Hearing Aid Dispensers, Speech–Language Pathologists, and Music Therapists Fund.

(e) (1) The Fund shall be used to cover the actual documented direct and indirect costs of fulfilling the statutory and regulatory duties of the Board as provided by the provisions of this article.

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

(3) Any unspent portions of the Fund may not be transferred or revert to the General Fund of the State, but shall remain in the Fund to be used for the purposes specified in this article.

(4) No other State money may be used to support the Fund.

(f) (1) A designee of the Board shall administer the Fund.

(2) Moneys in the Fund may be expended only for any lawful purpose authorized under the provisions of this article.

(g) The Legislative Auditor shall audit the accounts and transactions of the Fund as provided in § 2-1220 of the State Government Article.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 2-602 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 2 / Subtitle 6 / Section 2-602
§2–602.
Status: in_force

Except for a licensed certified public accountant or an individual practicing under a practice privilege under § 2–321 of this title who operates a business as a sole practitioner, a person may not operate a business through which certified public accountancy is practiced, unless:

(1) the business is a partnership, limited liability company, or corporation; and

(2) except as otherwise provided under § 2–401 of this title, the partnership, limited liability company, or corporation holds a permit issued by the Board.
Md. Code, Courts and Judicial Proceedings § 2-313 — MD Code / Article gcj / Title 2 / Subtitle 3 / Section 2-313
§2–313.
Status: in_force

(a) The sheriff and deputy sheriffs of a county shall:

(1) Receive the annual salaries provided by this part for performing the duties required of them by the Constitution and the laws of this State; and

(2) Be reimbursed for expenses as provided by law.

(b) (1) A deputy sheriff shall perform the duties incidental to the office as are assigned by the sheriff.

(2) All deputy sheriffs’ salaries shall be paid at least once each month.

(c) The government of each county shall:

(1) Furnish an office for the sheriff;

(2) Pay the necessary expenses for telephones, stationery, and other purposes; and

(3) Unless otherwise provided by law, provide for:

(i) The necessary traveling expenses of the sheriff for conveying prisoners to any penal institution in the State; and

(ii) Other necessary traveling expenses.
Md. Code, Health - General § 2-603 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 2 / Subtitle 6 / Section 2-603
§2–603.
Status: in_force

(a) If the State finds that a person has violated or is violating § 2–602(a) of this subtitle, the State may file a civil action in a court of competent jurisdiction within the State against the person.

(b) In filing a civil action under this section, the State may seek:

(1) The penalties provided under § 2–602(b) of this subtitle; and

(2) Subject to the guidelines set forth in § 2–605(a)(4) of this subtitle, court costs and attorney’s fees.
Md. Code, State Government § 2-1216 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 2 / Subtitle 12 / Section 2-1216
§2–1216.
Status: in_force

The Office shall:

(1) develop, coordinate, support, and maintain the physical and online services, technology, applications, and information systems that support the work and meet the needs of the General Assembly and the Department;

(2) evaluate and make recommendations regarding the physical and online services, technology, applications, and information systems that support the work of the General Assembly to ensure maximum efficiency;

(3) evaluate and ensure that appropriate systems are in place to address cybersecurity threats to the work of the General Assembly and the Department;

(4) plan for the future information systems needs of the General Assembly, its staff, and the Department; and

(5) carry out any other function required by the Executive Director, the President and the Speaker, or the Legislative Policy Committee.
Md. Code, Election Law § 2-201 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 2 / Subtitle 2 / Section 2-201
§2–201.
Status: reserved

(a) (1) There is a county board of elections in each county of the State.

(2) Each local board and its staff is subject to the direction and authority of the State Board and is accountable to the State Board for its actions in all matters regarding the implementation of the requirements of this article and any applicable federal law.

(b) (1) (i) Except as provided in paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection, each local board consists of five regular members.

(ii) Three regular members shall be of the majority party, and two regular members shall be of the principal minority party.

(2) (i) In Prince George’s County, the local board consists of five regular members and three substitute members.

(ii) Four regular members and two substitute members shall be of the majority party, and one regular member and one substitute member shall be of the principal minority party.

(3) (i) In Montgomery County, the local board consists of five regular members and two substitute members.

(ii) Three regular members and one substitute member shall be of the majority party, and two regular members and one substitute member shall be of the principal minority party.

(c) Each regular member of a local board and each substitute member of a local board shall:

(1) be appointed in accordance with subsection (g) of this section;

(2) be a registered voter in the county for which the individual is appointed for the 5 years immediately preceding the appointment; and

(3) be eligible for reappointment.

(d) (1) The term of a member is 4 years and begins on the first Monday in June of each year following a gubernatorial election.

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

(e) Before taking office, a member shall take and subscribe to the oath prescribed in Article I, § 9 of the Maryland Constitution.

(f) The Governor may remove a member for incompetence, misconduct, or other good cause, upon written charges stating the Governor’s grounds for dismissal and after affording the member notice and an ample opportunity to be heard.

(g) (1) The Governor shall request the county central committee representing the majority party or the principal minority party, as appropriate, to submit a list of at least four eligible individuals from which the Governor may make an appointment of a regular member of a local board or a substitute member of the local board.

(2) The Governor may reject all of the nominees if the Governor determines them to be unfit or incompetent, in which case the Governor shall notify the State Board in writing and request an additional list of at least four eligible nominees from the county central committee. A third list may be requested in the same manner.

(3) If a list containing the names of four eligible nominees is not submitted within 20 days of a request or if all the nominees on three lists are rejected, the Governor may appoint any eligible person who is a member of the appropriate political party.

(4) (i) Except as provided in subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, each appointment shall be subject to confirmation by the Senate of Maryland.

(ii) In Caroline, Dorchester, and Kent counties, if there is no resident Senator of the particular county, the confirmation required under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph shall be by the House of Delegates of Maryland.

(iii) If an appointee is rejected, the Governor shall make another appointment from the list or lists submitted under paragraphs (1) and (2) of this subsection. If a list is not provided, or the nominees on three lists are rejected, the Governor may appoint an eligible individual as provided in paragraph (3) of this subsection.

(h) (1) Except in Montgomery County and Prince George’s County, if a vacancy occurs on the local board, the Governor shall appoint an eligible person from the same political party as the predecessor member to fill the vacancy in accordance with subsection (g) of this section for the remainder of the unexpired term and until a successor is appointed and qualifies.

(2) An appointment made while the General Assembly is not in session shall be considered temporary until the appointee is confirmed by the General Assembly.

(i) (1) This subsection applies only in Montgomery County and Prince George’s County.

(2) In the event of the absence of a regular member or a vacancy in the office of a regular member, the substitute member of the same political party shall exercise the powers and duties of a regular member until the regular member returns or the vacancy is filled as prescribed in this subsection.

(3) Subject to paragraph (4) of this subsection, if a member of a local board dies, resigns, is removed, or becomes ineligible:

(i) the substitute member belonging to the same political party shall become a regular member of the local board; and

(ii) the Governor shall appoint an eligible person from the same political party to be the new substitute member.

(4) In Prince George’s County, if a vacancy occurs on the local board among the members from the majority party, the Governor shall designate one of the substitute members from that party to fill the vacancy.

(5) If a substitute member of a local board becomes a regular member as provided in paragraph (3)(i) of this subsection, dies, resigns, is removed, or becomes ineligible when the confirming legislative body is not in session, the Governor shall appoint an eligible person from the same political party as the predecessor substitute member to fill the vacancy. That individual shall serve until the earlier of:

(i) the adjournment of the next session of the General Assembly; or

(ii) the appointment of another individual to fill the same vacancy.

(j) A board shall meet within 20 days after the beginning of the term to elect one of its regular members as president.
Md. Code, Transportation § 2-106 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 2 / Subtitle 1 / Section 2-106
§2–106.
Status: in_force

(a) The Attorney General is legal adviser to the Department.

(b) The Attorney General shall assign to the Department the number of assistant attorneys general authorized by law to be assigned to the Department and any additional ones necessary to render effective legal advice and counsel. The Attorney General also shall designate an assistant attorney general as counsel to the Department.

(c) The counsel to the Department may have no duty other than to render the legal aid, advice, and counsel required by the Secretary and any other official of the Department, to supervise the other assistant attorneys general assigned to the Department, and to perform for the Department the duties assigned to him by the Attorney General. The counsel shall perform these duties subject to the control and supervision of the Attorney General. After the Attorney General designates the counsel to the Department, the Attorney General may not reassign the counsel without consulting the Secretary.

(d) (1) The counsel and every other assistant attorney general assigned to the Department shall perform for the Department the legal duties assigned to them by the Attorney General. Subject to his discretion and control, the Attorney General may assign to them any duty with respect to the Department that is required of the Attorney General by law.

(2) The counsel and every other assistant attorney general shall be a practicing lawyer of this State in good standing and is entitled to the salary provided in the State budget.

(e) This section does not apply to any unit in the Department:

(1) To the extent that the unit is authorized by law to employ its own legal adviser or counsel; and

(2) Only if those legal services cannot be provided feasibly or economically by the Attorney General.
Md. Code, State Government § 2-1219 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 2 / Subtitle 12 / Section 2-1219
§2–1219.
Status: in_force

(a) With the approval of the Executive Director, the Legislative Auditor shall appoint a Deputy Legislative Auditor and other professional staff and may contract with consultants as authorized representatives.

(b) (1) The Deputy Legislative Auditor must be licensed as a certified public accountant in the State.

(2) The Deputy Legislative Auditor:

(i) has the duties delegated by the Legislative Auditor; and

(ii) may be designated by the Executive Director to act as Legislative Auditor if the office is vacant or the Legislative Auditor is unable to perform the duties of office.

(c) With the approval of the Executive Director, the Legislative Auditor shall appoint professional staff to conduct audits of local school systems in accordance with § 2-1220(e) of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 2-305 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 2 / Subtitle 3 / Section 2-305
§2–305.
Status: in_force

(a) The Board, in its discretion, may waive any of the qualifications required for a license to practice audiology under this title for an individual who:

(1) Is of good moral character;

(2) Pays the application fee required by the Board under § 2–303 of this subtitle; and

(3) (i) Holds or has held a national certification in audiology from an organization if the organization is recognized by the Board and the qualifications for certification meet the practice requirements established by the regulations adopted by the Board;

(ii) Holds a current license to practice audiology in another state if the Board determines that the state has requirements for licensure that are at least equivalent to the requirements of this State and meet the practice requirements established under regulations adopted by the Board; or

(iii) Holds a current license to practice audiology in this or another state or practices audiology under the authority and supervision of an agency of the federal government or a board, agency, or department of this State or another state if:

1. The individual holds a master’s degree in audiology from an accredited educational program;

2. The Board determines that the requirements for practice are at least equivalent to the requirements of this Board; and

3. The individual meets other requirements established by regulations adopted by the Board that may not include a requirement for a doctoral degree in audiology.

(b) The Board, in its discretion, may waive any of the qualifications required for a license to practice speech–language pathology or to assist in the practice of speech–language pathology under this title for an individual who:

(1) Is of good moral character;

(2) Pays the application fee required by the Board under § 2–303 of this subtitle; and

(3) (i) Holds or has held a national certification in speech–language pathology or as an assistant of speech–language pathology from an organization if the organization is recognized by the Board and the qualifications for certification meet the practice requirements established by the regulations adopted by the Board; or

(ii) Holds a current license to practice speech–language pathology or to assist in the practice of speech–language pathology in another state that the Board determines has requirements for licensure and practice that are at least equivalent to the requirements established under regulations adopted by the Board.

(c) The Board may waive any examination requirement of this subtitle for an applicant for a license to practice audiology or speech–language pathology who:

(1) Pays the application fee required by the Board under § 2–303 of this subtitle; and

(2) Provides adequate evidence that the applicant:

(i) Meets the qualifications otherwise required by this title; and

(ii) Became licensed in the other state after meeting, in that or any other state, requirements that are at least equivalent to the licensing requirements of this State.

(d) (1) The Board shall waive the examination requirements of this subtitle for an applicant for a license to practice hearing aid dispensing who is licensed to practice hearing aid dispensing in another state.

(2) The Board may grant a waiver under this subsection only if the applicant:

(i) Pays the application fee required under § 2–303 of this subtitle; and

(ii) Provides adequate evidence that the applicant:

1. Meets the qualifications otherwise required by this title;

2. Became licensed in the other state after meeting, in that or any other state, requirements that are at least equivalent to the licensing requirements of this State; and

3. Meets the practice requirements established by the regulations adopted by the Board.

(3) The Board may grant a waiver under this subsection if an applicant holds current national board certification as a hearing instrument specialist and meets the practice requirements established by regulations adopted by the Board.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 2-403 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 2 / Subtitle 4 / Section 2-403
§2–403.
Status: in_force

A person may not knowingly make a false, material statement in an application for a license or a limited license or for renewal of a license or a limited license.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 2-208.2 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 2 / Subtitle 2 / Section 2-208.2
§2–208.
Status: in_force

§2–208.2.

(a) In this section, “Anne Arundel County or City of Annapolis fire and explosive investigator” means an individual who:

(1) is assigned full time to the Fire and Explosive Investigations Section of the Anne Arundel County or City of Annapolis Fire Marshal’s Office and is a paid employee;

(2) has been employed by the Anne Arundel County or City of Annapolis Fire Department as a firefighter for at least 5 years;

(3) has successfully completed a training program from a police training school approved by the Maryland Police Training and Standards Commission established under Title 3, Subtitle 2 of the Public Safety Article; and

(4) at all times maintains active certification by the Maryland Police Training and Standards Commission.

(b) Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section, an Anne Arundel County or City of Annapolis fire and explosive investigator has the same authority granted to the State Fire Marshal or a full–time investigative and inspection assistant of the Office of the State Fire Marshal under § 2–208 of this subtitle:

(1) while operating in Anne Arundel County or the City of Annapolis; and

(2) while operating outside Anne Arundel County or the City of Annapolis when:

(i) the Anne Arundel County or City of Annapolis fire and explosive investigator is participating in a joint investigation with officials from another state, federal, or local law enforcement unit, at least one of which has local jurisdiction;

(ii) the Anne Arundel County or City of Annapolis fire and explosive investigator is rendering assistance to another law enforcement officer;

(iii) the Anne Arundel County or City of Annapolis fire and explosive investigator is acting at the request of a law enforcement officer or State law enforcement officer; or

(iv) an emergency exists.

(c) The Anne Arundel County or City of Annapolis Fire Chief:

(1) may limit the authority of an Anne Arundel County or City of Annapolis fire and explosive investigator under this section; and

(2) shall express the limitation in a written policy.
Md. Code, Courts and Judicial Proceedings § 2-323 — MD Code / Article gcj / Title 2 / Subtitle 3 / Section 2-323
§2–323.
Status: in_force

(a) This section applies only in Dorchester County.

(b) (1) The Sheriff of Dorchester County shall receive an annual salary equal to 80% of the annual salary of the State’s Attorney for Dorchester County.

(2) The Sheriff shall be allowed the actual operating costs of the Sheriff’s Office, including the maintenance of automobiles.

(c) (1) The Sheriff shall appoint a chief deputy sheriff, or the managerial equivalent, who shall serve at the pleasure of the Sheriff.

(2) If an employee of the Sheriff’s Office is appointed as chief deputy sheriff and is subsequently removed from the chief deputy sheriff’s position for other than cause, the person may resume the employment status held prior to the appointment to the chief deputy sheriff’s position.

(3) The chief deputy sheriff shall:

(i) Perform all duties assigned by the Sheriff; and

(ii) If the Sheriff is temporarily incapacitated or there is a vacancy in the office of the Sheriff, perform all legal functions of the Sheriff.

(4) If the Sheriff becomes incapacitated and the position of chief deputy sheriff is vacant, the County Council of Dorchester County shall appoint an acting chief deputy sheriff to serve until the Sheriff is reactivated or replaced.

(5) The County Council shall approve the salary of the chief deputy sheriff.

(d) (1) The Sheriff may appoint probationary deputy sheriffs, deputy sheriffs, investigators, communications officers, secretaries, supervisors, administrators, and other staff as approved in the county budget.

(2) The County Council shall approve the salaries for all staff appointed by the Sheriff.

(3) The Sheriff may not refuse to reappoint a deputy sheriff without just cause.

(e) The County Council may include in the merit system of the county the employees of the Sheriff’s Office.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 2-402.3 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 2 / Subtitle 4 / Section 2-402.3
§2–402.
Status: in_force

§2–402.3.

(a) Unless authorized to practice as a speech–language pathology assistant under this title or unless otherwise provided for under this article, a person may not represent to the public, by title, description of services, methods, or procedures, or otherwise, that the person:

(1) Is authorized to practice as a speech–language pathology assistant in the State; or

(2) Assists in the practice of speech–language pathology.

(b) Unless authorized to practice as a speech–language pathology assistant under this title or unless otherwise provided for under this article, a person may not use any word or term connoting professional proficiency in assisting the practice of speech–language pathology, including:

(1) “Communication assistant”;

(2) “Speech assistant”;

(3) “Speech–language assistant”;

(4) “Speech–language teacher”; or

(5) “Speech teacher”.
Md. Code, State Government § 2-702 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 2 / Subtitle 7 / Section 2-702
§2–702.
Status: in_force

There is a Joint Committee on Legislative Ethics, which is a joint committee of the Senate and the House.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 2-405 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 2 / Subtitle 4 / Section 2-405
§2–405.
Status: in_force

A person may not transfer or offer to transfer a license or a limited license for consideration.
Md. Code, State Government § 2-1002 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 2 / Subtitle 10 / Section 2-1002
§2–1002.
Status: in_force

(a) The General Assembly finds that State expenditures for operating and capital programs must be controlled so that the level of State spending is consistent with the economic growth of the State.

(b) (1) The control of spending shall be exercised through the budgetary process as well as through legislative oversight and program review.

(2) The budget focuses on spending for the next fiscal year and provides careful scrutiny of new programs or expansion of existing programs and services and weighs the incremental cost of the State budget in light of the priority needs of the citizens.

(3) Legislative oversight seeks to eliminate inefficiencies in governmental activities and to evaluate programs in order to eliminate those no longer required and to avoid overlap and duplication of services and activities.

(c) (1) The Legislative Policy Committee shall be responsible for coordinating the spending affordability program of the General Assembly by appointment of a Spending Affordability Committee and by selection of program evaluation projects and direction of oversight activities.

(2) The goal of the spending affordability program is to limit the rate of growth of State spending to a level that does not exceed the rate of growth of the State’s economy.
Md. Code, General Provisions § 2-202 — MD Code / Article ggp / Title 2 / Subtitle 2 / Section 2-202
§2–202.
Status: in_force

(a) The Governor and the Lieutenant Governor shall take and subscribe the oath required by Article I, § 9 of the Maryland Constitution:

(1) on the third Wednesday of January that next follows the election of the Governor, or as soon thereafter as is practicable, between the hours of noon and 2:00 p.m. in the chamber of the Senate of Maryland; and

(2) (i) before the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Maryland; or

(ii) if the Chief Justice is unable to attend, before one of the associate justices of the Supreme Court of Maryland.

(b) The clerk of the Supreme Court of Maryland shall maintain a book that records the oaths taken and subscribed under this section.
Md. Code, Natural Resources § 2-405 — MD Code / Article gnr / Title 2 / Subtitle 4 / Section 2-405
§2–405.
Status: in_force

The Natural Resources police officers and forest or park wardens of the State have the power of arrest and other powers necessary to enforce this subtitle.
Md. Code, Environment § 2-404 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 2 / Subtitle 4 / Section 2-404
§2–404.
Status: in_force

(a) This section applies to the following activities:

(1) Construction of a new source;

(2) Replacement of components of an existing permitted source, if the fixed capital cost of the replacement components exceeds one–half of the fixed capital cost that would be required to construct a new source comparable in process to the existing source; and

(3) Modification of an existing permitted source by making a physical or operational change to the source that will result in a significant net increase in emissions of any pollutant from that source.

(b) (1) Before accepting an application for a permit subject to subsection (c) of this section, the Department shall require the applicant to submit documentation:

(i) That demonstrates that the proposal has been approved by the local jurisdiction for all zoning and land use requirements; or

(ii) That the source meets all applicable zoning and land use requirements.

(2) Paragraph (1) of this subsection does not apply to any application for a permit to construct at an existing source unless the existing source is a nonconforming use.

(c) The Department shall comply with the provisions in subsection (d) of this section before issuing a permit for the activities listed in subsection (a) of this section at:

(1) Any source which is required to obtain a permit to operate under regulations adopted under this subtitle;

(2) Any source which is subject to federal standards under 40 C.F.R. Part 61 (National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants) or 40 C.F.R. 52.21 (Prevention of Significant Deterioration); or

(3) Any source that will, after control, discharge 25 tons or more per year of a pollutant regulated under this title in the areas of Baltimore City designated by the United States Post Office as zip code numbers 21225, 21226, and 21230.

(d) (1) On receipt of an application for a permit subject to subsection (c) of this section, the Department shall give notice immediately or require the applicant to give notice immediately of the application to:

(i) The governing body of each county or municipal corporation in which any portion of the source is located or is proposed to be located;

(ii) The governing body of each county or municipal corporation within one mile of the property line of the source or the proposed location of the source;

(iii) Each member of the General Assembly representing any part of a county in which any portion of the source is located or proposed to be located; and

(iv) Each member of the General Assembly representing any part of each county within one mile of the property line of the source or the proposed location of the source.

(2) In addition to the requirements under paragraph (1) of this subsection, before issuing a permit subject to subsection (c) of this section, the Department shall:

(i) Comply with the provisions of Title 1, Subtitle 6 of this article; and

(ii) Conduct any public hearing required by Title 1, Subtitle 6 of this article.

(3) In addition to the requirements under paragraphs (1) and (2) of this subsection, before issuing a permit to construct a source described in subsection (c)(3) of this section, the Department shall require at the expense of the applicant the preparation of an ambient air quality impact analysis regarding the proposed construction.

(e) Before issuing a permit for the activities listed in subsection (a) of this section at any source which is subject to federal standards under 40 C.F.R. Part 60 (New Source Performance Standards), the Department shall:

(1) Comply with the provisions of subsection (d) of this section; or

(2) (i) Electronically post a notice of an application for the permit on the Department’s website in accordance with § 1–602(b)(1) of this article;

(ii) Give notice to the chief executive of any county or municipal corporation in which any portion of the source is located or is proposed to be located; and

(iii) Receive comments from the public on the permit application.

(f) The provisions of this section do not apply to any permit to construct control equipment on an existing source or to any permit to operate.
Md. Code, Health - General § 2-608 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 2 / Subtitle 6 / Section 2-608
§2–608.
Status: in_force

An employer shall:

(1) Conspicuously display notices of the protections provided to and obligations required of its employees under this subtitle; and

(2) Use any appropriate means to inform its employees of the protections and obligations provided under this subtitle.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 2-102 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 2 / Subtitle 1 / Section 2-102
§2–102.
Status: in_force

(a) The head of the Department is the Secretary of Labor, who shall be appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate.

(b) Before taking office, the appointee shall take the oath required by Article I, § 9 of the Maryland Constitution.

(c) (1) The Secretary serves at the pleasure of the Governor and is responsible directly to the Governor. The Secretary shall advise the Governor on all matters assigned to the Department and is responsible for carrying out the Governor’s policies on those matters.

(2) 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. The Secretary may establish, reorganize, or abolish areas of responsibility in the Office of the Secretary as necessary to fulfill the duties assigned to the Secretary.

(3) The Secretary is responsible for establishing policy to be followed by the units in the Department.

(d) The Secretary is entitled to the salary provided in the State budget.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 2-314.6 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 2 / Subtitle 3 / Section 2-314.6
§2–314.
Status: in_force

§2–314.6.

(a) Subject to subsection (b) of this section, a person may not sell or attempt to sell a hearing aid to any person by door–to–door solicitation.

(b) Subsection (a) of this section does not apply to a solicitation that is made:

(1) At the request of the solicited individual; or

(2) In response to an inquiry from the solicited individual.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 2-413 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 2 / Subtitle 4 / Section 2-413
§2–413.
Status: in_force

A police employee may not be demoted or otherwise affected in rank, pay, or status except for cause.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 2-3B-03 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 2 / Subtitle 3B / Section 2-3B-03
§2–3B–03.
Status: in_force

(a) The Board shall issue a license to any applicant who meets the requirements of this subtitle and any regulations adopted by the Board to carry out this subtitle.

(b) The Board may not adopt regulations to establish qualifications of applicants that are more stringent than the qualifications established under this title for applicants for a license to practice audiology.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 2-508 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 2 / Subtitle 5 / Section 2-508
§2–508.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Creditable service” means:

(i) any period during which an individual was employed by the State in the Executive, Legislative, or Judicial Branch and enrolled as a member of one of the several systems under Division II of this article or the Optional Retirement Program under Title 30 of this article;

(ii) service while an employee was employed by the Domestic Relations Division of the Anne Arundel County Circuit Court, prior to transfer on or before July 1, 2002, into the State Personnel Management System, in accordance with § 2–510 of the Courts Article; or

(iii) service while a member of the Maryland Transit Administration Retirement Plan under § 7–206 of the Transportation Article.

(3) (i) “Retiree” means:

1. a former State employee who receives a retirement allowance under Division II of this article;

2. a former employee of the Medical System Corporation, as defined in § 13–301 or § 13–401 of the Education Article, who receives a retirement allowance from the Employees’ Retirement System of the State of Maryland or the Employees’ Pension System of the State of Maryland under Title 22 or Title 23 of this article; or

3. a former employee of the Maryland Transit Administration who receives a Maryland Transit Administration retirement allowance under § 7–206 of the Transportation Article.

(ii) “Retiree” does not include:

1. a member of the faculty or staff of a community college;

2. a teacher or a staff member employed by a county board of education; or

3. an individual who retired under an optional program under Title 30 of this article.

(4) “State service” means service with the State by:

(i) an employee while a member of the Employees’ Retirement System or the Employees’ Pension System under Title 22 or Title 23 of this article;

(ii) a member of the Judges’ Retirement System under Title 27 of this article;

(iii) a teacher while a member of the Teachers’ Retirement System or Teachers’ Pension System under Title 22 or Title 23 of this article;

(iv) a correctional officer, while a member of the Correctional Officers’ Retirement System under Title 25 of this article;

(v) an employee of the Medical System Corporation, as defined in § 13–301 or § 13–401 of the Education Article, while a member of the Employees’ Retirement System of the State of Maryland or the Employees’ Pension System of the State of Maryland under Title 22 or Title 23 of this article;

(vi) a State Police officer while a member of the State Police Retirement System under Title 24 of this article;

(vii) a law enforcement officer while a member of the Law Enforcement Officers’ Pension System under Title 26 of this article; or

(viii) an employee while a member of the Maryland Transit Administration Plan under § 7–206 of the Transportation Article.

(b) (1) This subsection applies to a retiree who:

(i) began State service on or before June 30, 2011; or

(ii) 1. began State service on or after July 1, 2011; and

2. is a retiree of the Judges’ Retirement System.

(2) A retiree may enroll and participate in the health insurance benefit options established under the Program if the retiree:

(i) ended State service with at least 10 years of creditable service and within 5 years before the age at which a vested retirement allowance normally would begin;

(ii) ended State service with at least 16 years of creditable service;

(iii) ended State service on or before June 30, 1984;

(iv) retired directly from State service with a State retirement allowance on or after July 1, 1984, and had at least 5 years of creditable service;

(v) retired directly from State service with a State disability retirement allowance on or after July 1, 1984; or

(vi) retired directly from State service in the Judges’ Retirement System at the mandatory retirement age required by Article IV, § 3 of the Maryland Constitution with less than 5 years of creditable service.

(3) (i) The surviving spouse or dependent child of a deceased retiree who was eligible to enroll may enroll and participate in the health insurance benefit options established under the Program as long as the spouse or child is receiving a periodic allowance under Division II of this article or the Maryland Transit Administration Retirement Plan under § 7–206 of the Transportation Article.

(ii) Subparagraph (i) of this paragraph does not apply to a deceased retiree’s spouse or dependent child who receives an Option 1, Option 4, or Option 7 benefit under Division II of this article or a lump–sum payment of benefits under the Maryland Transit Administration Retirement Plan under § 7–206 of the Transportation Article.

(4) (i) If a retiree receives a State disability retirement allowance or has 16 or more years of creditable service, the retiree or the retiree’s surviving spouse or dependent child is entitled to the same State subsidy allowed a State employee.

(ii) In all other cases, if a retiree has at least 5 years of creditable service, the retiree or the retiree’s surviving spouse or dependent child is entitled to 1/16 of the State subsidy allowed a State employee for each year of the retiree’s creditable service up to 16 years.

(iii) Notwithstanding subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph and subsection (a)(4)(i) of this section, if a retiree is an additional employee or agent of the State Racing Commission, for the purposes of determining a retiree’s State subsidy, creditable service shall be determined with respect to service as an additional employee or agent beginning from the initial date of employment or January 1, 1986, whichever is later.

(iv) 1. This paragraph applies only to a retiree of the Judges’ Retirement System who retired directly from State service at the mandatory retirement age required by Article IV, § 3 of the Maryland Constitution with less than 5 years of creditable service.

2. Notwithstanding subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, a retiree of the Judges’ Retirement System or the retiree’s surviving spouse or dependent child is entitled to 1/16 of the State subsidy allowed a State employee for each year of the retiree’s creditable service.

(c) (1) (i) Except as provided in subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, this subsection applies to a retiree who begins State service on or after July 1, 2011.

(ii) This subsection does not apply to:

1. a retiree of the Judges’ Retirement System; or

2. a former Governor of Maryland who began serving as Governor on or after January 21, 2015.

(2) A retiree may enroll and participate in the health insurance benefit options established under the Program if the retiree:

(i) ends State service with at least 25 years of creditable service;

(ii) ends State service with at least 10 years of creditable service within 5 years before the age at which a vested retirement allowance normally would begin;

(iii) retires directly from State service with a State retirement allowance and has 10 years of creditable service; or

(iv) retires directly from State service with a State disability retirement allowance.

(3) (i) The surviving spouse or dependent child of a deceased retiree who was eligible to enroll may enroll and participate in the health insurance benefit options established under the Program as long as the spouse or child is receiving a periodic allowance under Division II of this article or the Maryland Transit Administration Retirement Plan under § 7–206 of the Transportation Article.

(ii) Subparagraph (i) of this paragraph does not apply to a deceased retiree’s spouse or dependent child who receives an Option 1, Option 4, or Option 7 benefit under Division II of this article or a lump–sum payment of benefits under the Maryland Transit Administration Retirement Plan under § 7–206 of the Transportation Article.

(4) (i) If a retiree receives a State disability retirement allowance or has 25 or more years of creditable service, the retiree or the retiree’s surviving spouse or dependent child is entitled to the same State subsidy allowed a State employee.

(ii) In all other cases, if a retiree has at least 10 years of creditable service, the retiree or the retiree’s surviving spouse or dependent child is entitled to 1/25 of the State subsidy allowed a State employee for each year of the retiree’s creditable service up to 25 years.

(iii) Notwithstanding subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph and subsection (a)(4)(i) of this section, if a retiree is an additional employee or agent of the State Racing Commission, for the purposes of determining a retiree’s State subsidy, creditable service shall be determined with respect to service as an additional employee or agent beginning from the initial date of employment.

(d) (1) Notwithstanding subsections (b) and (c) of this section and §§ 2–509 and 2–509.1 of this subtitle, the State may establish separate health insurance benefit options for retirees that differ from those for active State employees.

(2) Subject to § 2–509.1 of this subtitle, on or after July 1, 2011, the health insurance benefit option for retirees shall include a prescription drug benefit that:

(i) has the same co–payments, coinsurance, and deductible that apply to the prescription drug benefit for active State employees;

(ii) requires:

1. retirees who qualify for the maximum State subsidy to pay 25% of the premium for the prescription drug benefit; and

2. retirees who qualify for a partial State subsidy to pay 25% of the premium for the prescription drug benefit plus the proportional additional amount required under subsections (b)(4)(ii) and (c)(4)(ii) of this section; and

(iii) requires retirees to pay out–of–pocket limits equal to:

1. $1,500 for the retiree only; and

2. $2,000 for the retiree and the retiree’s family.
Md. Code, Transportation § 2-201 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 2 / Subtitle 2 / Section 2-201
§2–201.
Status: in_force

In this subtitle, “Commission” means the Maryland Transportation Commission.
Md. Code, Agriculture § 2-2002 — MD Code / Article gag / Title 2 / Subtitle 20 / Section 2-2002
§2–2002.
Status: in_force

(a) There is an Urban Agriculture Grant Program in the Department.

(b) The purpose of the Program is to increase the viability of urban farming and improve access to urban–grown foods.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 2-201 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 2 / Subtitle 2 / Section 2-201
§2–201.
Status: in_force

Except as otherwise provided by law, an employee in the Judicial, Legislative, or Executive Branch of State government is governed by the laws and personnel policies and procedures applicable in that branch.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 2-701 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 2 / Subtitle 7 / Section 2-701
§2–701.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Commercial motor vehicle” has the meaning stated in § 16-803 of the Transportation Article.

(c) “Council” means the Vehicle Theft Prevention Council.

(d) “Fund” means the Vehicle Theft Prevention Fund.
Md. Code, Environment § 2-103.2 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 2 / Subtitle 1 / Section 2-103.2
§2–103.
Status: in_force

§2–103.2.

(a) In this section, “ambient air monitoring data” means measured concentrations of air pollutants, including air pollutants for which there are no established ambient air quality standards or emission standards, obtained from an ambient air monitor established by the Department.

(b) On or before January 1, 2000, and each year thereafter, the Department shall provide public access to all air monitoring data in the State through the Internet.

(c) Ambient air monitoring data provided under this section:

(1) May be in summary form; and

(2) Shall include all validated ambient air monitoring data for the 2 most recent calendar years for which data are available.
Md. Code, Public Utilities § 2-204 — MD Code / Article gpu / Title 2 / Subtitle 2 / Section 2-204
§2–204.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) (i) The Office of People’s Counsel shall evaluate each matter pending before the Commission to determine if the interests of residential and noncommercial users are affected.

(ii) In determining whether the interests of residential and noncommercial users are affected, the Office of People’s Counsel shall consider the public safety, economic welfare, and environmental interests of the State and its residents, including the State’s progress toward meeting its greenhouse gas emissions reductions goals.

(2) If the Office of People’s Counsel considers the interest of residential and noncommercial users to be affected, the Office of People’s Counsel shall appear before the Commission and courts on behalf of residential and noncommercial users in each matter or proceeding over which the Commission has original jurisdiction, including a proceeding on the rates, service, or practices of a public service company or on a violation of this division.

(3) As the Office of People’s Counsel considers necessary, the Office of People’s Counsel shall conduct investigations and request the Commission to initiate proceedings to protect the interests of residential and noncommercial users.

(b) The People’s Counsel shall administer and operate the Office of People’s Counsel.
Md. Code, Election Law § 2-107 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 2 / Subtitle 1 / Section 2-107
§2–107.
Status: reserved

(a) (1) There is a Maryland Election Modernization Fund.

(2) The Fund is established as a continuing fund for programs relating to the federal Help America Vote Act of 2002 and related expenditures.

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

(4) The Treasurer shall separately hold and the Comptroller shall account for the Fund.

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

(6) Any investment earnings shall be retained to the credit of the Fund.

(b) The Fund consists of:

(1) moneys appropriated in the State budget to the Fund;

(2) moneys otherwise appropriated for the purposes of the Fund, which may be transferred to the Fund by an approved budget amendment; and

(3) moneys received by the State from the federal government under the federal Help America Vote Act of 2002 or under other federal programs for similar purposes.

(c) Expenditures from the Fund may be made only in accordance with an appropriation for:

(1) complying with requirements of the federal Help America Vote Act of 2002;

(2) improving the administration of elections for federal office;

(3) educating voters regarding voting procedures, voting rights, and voting technology;

(4) training election officials, poll workers, and election volunteers;

(5) developing the State plan required by the federal Help America Vote Act of 2002;

(6) improving, acquiring, leasing, modifying, or replacing voting systems and technology and methods for casting and counting votes;

(7) improving the quantity and accessibility of polling places, including providing physical access for individuals with disabilities, nonvisual access for individuals with visual impairments, and access for individuals with limited proficiency in the English language;

(8) establishing toll-free telephone hotlines that voters may use to report possible voting fraud and voting rights violations, to obtain general election information, and to access detailed automated information on their own voter registration status, specific polling place locations, and other relevant information; and

(9) any other uses that may be allowed for funds received under the federal Help America Vote Act of 2002.
Md. Code, Education § 2-103 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 2 / Subtitle 1 / Section 2-103
§2–103.
Status: in_force

(a) Acting under the bylaws, rules, and regulations of the State Board, the State Superintendent is responsible for the administration of the Department and has general supervision of all professional and clerical assistants of the Department.

(b) The State Superintendent shall be appointed and has the general powers and duties as provided in Subtitle 3 of this title.
Md. Code, Agriculture § 2-705 — MD Code / Article gag / Title 2 / Subtitle 7 / Section 2-705
§2–705.
Status: in_force

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

(b) The manner of election of officers and their terms of office shall be as the Board determines.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 2-402 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 2 / Subtitle 4 / Section 2-402
§2–402.
Status: in_force

It is the public policy of the State that:

(1) a law enforcement unit that regularly utilizes one or more interrogation rooms capable of creating audiovisual recordings of custodial interrogations shall make reasonable efforts to create an audiovisual recording of a custodial interrogation of a criminal suspect in connection with a case involving murder, rape, sexual offense in the first degree, or sexual offense in the second degree, whenever possible; and

(2) a law enforcement unit that does not regularly utilize one or more interrogation rooms capable of creating audiovisual recordings of custodial interrogations shall make reasonable efforts to create an audio recording of a custodial interrogation of a criminal suspect in connection with a case involving murder, rape, sexual offense in the first degree, or sexual offense in the second degree, whenever possible.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 2-403 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 2 / Subtitle 4 / Section 2-403
§2–403.
Status: in_force

(a) Each police employee, including an individual who is appointed to the Department for training before regular assignment as a police employee, shall remain in probationary status for a period of 2 years after the date of appointment to the Department.

(b) Each civilian employee shall remain in probationary status for the period required under Title 7, Subtitle 4 of the State Personnel and Pensions Article.

(c) Each deputy State fire marshal, including an individual who is appointed to the Office of the State Fire Marshal for training before regular assignment as a deputy State fire marshal, shall remain in probationary status for a period of 2 years after the date of appointment to the Office of the State Fire Marshal.
Md. Code, State Government § 2-1602 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 2 / Subtitle 16 / Section 2-1602
§2–1602.
Status: in_force

(a) This subtitle establishes a code of fair procedures for the operation of an investigating committee so that it may hold hearings and otherwise properly carry out its powers and duties fairly, impartially, and consistently with:

(1) the constitutional rights of a person who is involved in a proceeding of the investigating committee; and

(2) the public good.

(b) This subtitle does not limit the acquisition of information or evidence by an investigating committee through a lawful means other than as provided in this subtitle.

(c) This subtitle does not limit the authority of a committee of the General Assembly or any subcommittee of a committee of the General Assembly to exercise the power to administer oaths and subpoena witnesses and records as otherwise authorized by law.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 2-615 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 2 / Subtitle 6 / Section 2-615
§2–615.
Status: in_force

After making the distributions required under §§ 2–613, 2–613.1, 2–614, and 2–614.1 of this subtitle, the Comptroller shall distribute the remaining income tax revenue from corporations to the General Fund of the State.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 2-205 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 2 / Subtitle 2 / Section 2-205
§2–205.
Status: in_force

(a) This section applies to an appointing authority for a position that is:

(1) in a unit in the Executive Branch of State government with an independent personnel system; and

(2) comparable to a position in the skilled service or the professional service in the State Personnel Management System.

(b) An appointing authority subject to this section shall develop a selection process for disabled veterans described in § 7–203(b)(1) of this article that is comparable to the selection process for disabled veterans established under § 7–203(b) of this article.
Md. Code, Corporations and Associations § 2-103 — MD Code / Article gca / Title 2 / Subtitle 1 / Section 2-103
§2–103.
Status: in_force

Unless otherwise provided by law or its charter, a Maryland corporation has the general powers, whether or not they are set forth in its charter, to:

(1) Have perpetual existence;

(2) Sue, be sued, complain, and defend in all courts;

(3) Have, use, alter, or abandon a corporate seal;

(4) Transact its business, carry on its operations, and exercise the powers granted by this article in any state, territory, district, and possession of the United States and in any foreign country;

(5) Make contracts and guarantees, incur liabilities, and borrow money;

(6) Sell, lease, exchange, transfer, convey, mortgage, pledge, and otherwise dispose of any or all of its assets;

(7) Issue bonds, notes, and other obligations and secure them by mortgage or deed of trust of any or all of its assets;

(8) Acquire by purchase or in any other manner, and take, receive, own, hold, use, employ, improve, and otherwise deal with any interest in real or personal property, wherever located;

(9) Purchase, take, receive, subscribe for, or otherwise acquire, own, hold, vote, use, employ, sell, mortgage, loan, pledge, or otherwise dispose of and otherwise use and deal in and with stock and other interests in and obligations of other Maryland and foreign corporations, associations, partnerships, and individuals;

(10) Subject to the limitations provided in this article, acquire any of its own stock, bonds, notes, and other obligations and securities;

(11) Invest its surplus funds, lend money from time to time in any manner which may be appropriate to enable it to carry on the operations or fulfill the purposes specified in its charter, and take and hold real and personal property as security for the payment of funds so invested or loaned;

(12) Be a promoter, partner, member, associate, or manager of any partnership, joint venture, trust, or other enterprise;

(13) Make gifts or contributions in cash, other property, or stock or other securities of the corporation to or for the use of:

(i) The United States, this State, another state of the United States, a territory, possession, or district of the United States, or any institution, agency, or political subdivision of any of them; and

(ii) Any governmental or other organization, whether inside or outside the United States, for religious, charitable, scientific, civic, public welfare, literary, or educational purposes;

(14) Elect its officers and appoint its agents, define their duties, determine their compensation, and adopt and carry into effect employee and officer benefit plans;

(15) Renounce, in its charter or by resolution of its board of directors, any interest or expectancy of the corporation in, or in being offered an opportunity to participate in, business opportunities or classes or categories of business opportunities that are:

(i) Presented to the corporation; or

(ii) Developed by or presented to one or more of its directors or officers;

(16) Adopt, alter, and repeal bylaws not inconsistent with law or its charter for the regulation and management of its affairs;

(17) Exercise generally the powers set forth in its charter and those granted by law; and

(18) Do every other act not inconsistent with law which is appropriate to promote and attain the purposes set forth in its charter.
Md. Code, State Government § 2-1606 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 2 / Subtitle 16 / Section 2-1606
§2–1606.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) A majority of the full authorized membership of an investigating committee is a quorum.

(2) Unless there is a quorum, an investigating committee may not act at any meeting or hold a hearing.

(3) Unless a greater vote expressly is required in this subtitle, an investigating committee may act by a majority vote of its members who are present at a meeting and vote.

(b) Subject to the requirements of law and any rule of the General Assembly, an investigating committee may employ necessary staff for which funds are available.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 2-208.5 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 2 / Subtitle 2 / Section 2-208.5
§2–208.
Status: in_force

§2–208.5.

(a) In this section, “fire and explosive investigator” means an individual who:

(1) is assigned full time to the fire and explosive investigations section of the City of Hagerstown Fire Marshal’s Office and is a paid employee;

(2) has been employed by the City of Hagerstown Fire Department as a firefighter for at least 5 years;

(3) has successfully completed a training program from a police training school approved by the Maryland Police Training and Standards Commission established under Title 3, Subtitle 2 of the Public Safety Article; and

(4) at all times maintains active certification by the Maryland Police Training and Standards Commission.

(b) Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section, a fire and explosive investigator has the same authority granted to the State Fire Marshal or a full–time investigative and inspection assistant of the Office of the State Fire Marshal under § 2–208 of this subtitle:

(1) while operating in the City of Hagerstown; and

(2) while operating outside the City of Hagerstown when:

(i) the fire and explosive investigator is participating in a joint investigation with officials from another state, federal, or local law enforcement unit, at least one of which has local jurisdiction;

(ii) the fire and explosive investigator is rendering assistance to another law enforcement officer;

(iii) the fire and explosive investigator is acting at the request of a law enforcement officer or State law enforcement officer; or

(iv) an emergency exists.

(c) The City of Hagerstown Fire Chief:

(1) may limit the authority of a fire and explosive investigator under this section; and

(2) shall express the limitation in a written policy.