Md. Code, Environment § 6-414 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 6 / Subtitle 4 / Section 6-414
§6–414.
Status: in_force

(a) Each licensee shall:

(1) Keep a record of each asbestos removal or encapsulation project that it performs; and

(2) Make that record available to the Department at any reasonable time.

(b) The records required by this section shall be kept for at least 6 years.

(c) The records required by this section shall include:

(1) The name and address of the individual who supervised the asbestos removal;

(2) The location of and a description of the project and the amount of asbestos material that was removed;

(3) The starting and completion dates of each instance of removal;

(4) A summary of the procedures that were used to comply with all applicable standards;

(5) The name and address of each asbestos disposal site where the waste containing asbestos was deposited; and

(6) Any other information that the Department requires.
Md. Code, Election Law § 6-209 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 6 / Subtitle 2 / Section 6-209
§6–209.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) A person aggrieved by a determination made under § 6–202, § 6–206, or § 6–208(a)(2) of this subtitle may seek judicial review:

(i) in the case of a statewide petition, a petition to refer an enactment of the General Assembly pursuant to Article XVI of the Maryland Constitution, or a petition for a congressional or General Assembly candidacy, in the Circuit Court for Anne Arundel County; or

(ii) as to any other petition, in the circuit court for the county in which the petition is filed.

(2) The court may grant relief as it considers appropriate to ensure the integrity of the electoral process.

(3) A judicial proceeding under this section shall be conducted in accordance with the Maryland Rules, except that:

(i) the case shall be heard and decided without a jury and as expeditiously as the circumstances require; and

(ii) an appeal shall be taken directly to the Supreme Court of Maryland within 5 days after the date of the decision of the circuit court.

(4) The Supreme Court of Maryland shall give priority to hear and decide an appeal brought under paragraph (3)(ii) of this subsection as expeditiously as the circumstances require.

(b) Pursuant to the Maryland Uniform Declaratory Judgments Act and upon the complaint of any registered voter, the circuit court of the county in which a petition has been or will be filed may grant declaratory relief as to any petition with respect to the provisions of this title or other provisions of law.
Md. Code, Health - General § 6-201 — MD Code / Article ghg / Title 6 / Subtitle 2 / Section 6-201
§6–201.
Status: in_force

(a) A hospital, related institution, or residential treatment center, as defined in § 19–301 of this article, shall allow a patient’s or resident’s domestic partner, the children of the patient’s or resident’s domestic partner, and the domestic partner of the patient’s or resident’s parent or child to visit, unless:

(1) No visitors are allowed;

(2) The facility reasonably determines that the presence of a particular visitor would endanger the health or safety of a patient, resident, or member of the facility staff; or

(3) The patient or resident or the patient’s or resident’s personal representative tells the facility staff that the patient or resident does not want a particular person to visit.

(b) This section does not prohibit a hospital, related institution, or residential treatment center from establishing reasonable restrictions on visitation, including restrictions on the hours of visitation and number of visitors.
Md. Code, Environment § 6-847 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 6 / Subtitle 8 / Section 6-847
§6–847.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) An owner who receives the blood lead test results of a person at risk under this subtitle may not disclose those results to another person except:

(i) The insurer of the owner;

(ii) A medical doctor or other health professional with whom the owner consults; or

(iii) An attorney of the owner or any person specified in item (i) or (ii) of this paragraph.

(2) A person who receives blood lead test results from an owner under paragraph (1) of this subsection may not disclose those results to any person not specified in paragraph (1) of this subsection.

(b) A person who in good faith discloses or does not disclose the results of a blood lead test to an owner under this part is not liable under any cause of action arising from the disclosure or nondisclosure of the test results.

(c) A person who violates the provisions of this section is subject to the penalties provided in § 4–309 of the Health – General Article.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 6-605 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 6 / Subtitle 6 / Section 6-605
§6–605.
Status: in_force

A fund-raising counsel may not receive compensation from a charitable organization if the compensation depends wholly or partly on the number or value of charitable contributions that result from the effort of the fund-raising counsel.
Md. Code, State Government § 6-106.1 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 6 / Subtitle 1 / Section 6-106.1
§6–106.
Status: in_force

§6–106.1.

(a) The General Assembly finds that:

(1) the federal government’s action or failure to take action may pose a threat to the health and welfare of the residents of the State; and

(2) the State should investigate and obtain relief from any arbitrary, unlawful, or unconstitutional federal action or inaction and prevent such action or inaction from harming the residents of the State.

(b) (1) In addition to any other powers and duties and subject to the requirements of this subsection, the Attorney General may investigate, commence, and prosecute or defend any civil or criminal suit or action that is based on the federal government’s action or inaction that threatens the public interest and welfare of the residents of the State with respect to:

(i) protecting the health of the residents of the State and ensuring the availability of affordable health care;

(ii) safeguarding public safety and security;

(iii) protecting civil liberties;

(iv) preserving and enhancing the economic security of workers and retirees;

(v) protecting financial security of the residents of the State, including their pensions, savings, and investments, and ensuring fairness in mortgages, student loans, and the marketplace;

(vi) protecting the residents of the State against fraud and other deceptive and predatory practices;

(vii) protecting the natural resources and environment of the State;

(viii) protecting the residents of the State against illegal and unconstitutional federal immigration and travel restrictions;

(ix) protecting residents of the State who are employees of the federal government who are not being paid because of a full or partial federal government shutdown due to a lapse in appropriations;

(x) protecting residents of the State who were employees of the federal government, and on or after January 1, 2025:

1. were terminated from employment by the federal government due to the closure, relocation, or mass layoff of a unit of the federal government, or other similar circumstances beyond the employees’ control; or

2. separated from employment by the federal government as a result of a voluntary separation incentive payment;

(xi) protecting residents of the State who are inappropriately denied federal benefits that they have earned, including Social Security benefits, Medicare, and Veterans Affairs benefits;

(xii) protecting residents of the State who are inappropriately denied federal entitlements, including Medicaid; or

(xiii) otherwise protecting, as parens patriae, the State’s interest in the general health and well–being of its residents.

(2) Except as provided in paragraph (4) of this subsection, before commencing a suit or an action under paragraph (1) of this subsection, the Attorney General shall provide to the Governor:

(i) written notice of the intended suit or action; and

(ii) an opportunity to review and comment on the intended suit or action.

(3) If the Governor objects to the intended suit or action for which notice was provided under this subsection:

(i) the Governor shall provide in writing to the Attorney General the reasons for the objection within 10 days after receiving the notice; and

(ii) except as provided in paragraph (4) of this subsection, the Attorney General shall consider the Governor’s objection before commencing the suit or action.

(4) If the Attorney General determines that emergency circumstances require the immediate commencement of a suit or an action under paragraph (1) of this subsection, the Attorney General shall provide to the Governor notice of the suit or action as soon as reasonably practicable.

(c) The Governor’s proposed budget for fiscal year 2019, and for each fiscal year thereafter, shall appropriate at least $2,500,000 to the Attorney General to be used only for:

(1) carrying out this section; and

(2) employing attorneys in the Office of the Attorney General.
Md. Code, Human Services § 6-412 — MD Code / Article ghu / Title 6 / Subtitle 4 / Section 6-412
§6–412.
Status: in_force

(a) The Department shall manage the Program.

(b) Each administering agency shall:

(1) provide emergency food providers with information about the Program, including Program guidelines and fund availability;

(2) accept and process requests for funding assistance from emergency food providers; and

(3) allocate funding to emergency food providers based on the procedures approved in the administering agency’s grant application under § 6-413 of this subtitle.

(c) An emergency food provider that receives a Program grant shall:

(1) use the grant to purchase food for distribution to needy individuals;

(2) as a condition of distributing food, provide to needy individuals information, developed in collaboration with the Department, that encourages self-sufficiency consistent with the goals of the Family Investment Program established under Title 5, Subtitle 3 of this article;

(3) distribute information on the State’s earned income tax credit established under § 10-704 of the Tax - General Article; and

(4) submit a report to the Department and the administering agency detailing how the grant was used and how many units of service were provided.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 6-501 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 6 / Subtitle 5 / Section 6-501
§6–501.
Status: in_force

In this subtitle, “railroad vehicle” includes a car, carriage, engine, locomotive, or tender.
Md. Code, Correctional Services § 6-209 — MD Code / Article gcs / Title 6 / Subtitle 2 / Section 6-209
§6–209.
Status: in_force

Article VIII. Rulemaking Functions of the Interstate Commission.

(a) The Interstate Commission shall promulgate rules in order to effectively and efficiently achieve the purposes of the Compact including transition rules governing administration of the Compact during the period in which it is being considered and enacted by the states.

(b) Rulemaking shall occur pursuant to the criteria set forth in this section and the bylaws and rules adopted pursuant thereto. Such rulemaking shall substantially conform to the principles of the federal Administrative Procedure Act, 5 U.S.C. § 551 et seq., and the federal Advisory Committee Act, 5 U.S.C. App. § 1 et seq., as may be amended (hereinafter “APA”). All rules and amendments shall become binding as of the date specified in each rule or amendment.

(c) If a majority of the legislatures of the compacting states rejects a rule, by enactment of a statute or resolution in the same manner used to adopt the Compact, then such rule shall have no further force and effect in any compacting state.

(d) When promulgating a rule, the Interstate Commission shall:

(1) Publish the proposed rule stating with particularity the text of the rule which is proposed and the reason for the proposed rule;

(2) Allow persons to submit written data, facts, opinions, and arguments, which information shall be publicly available;

(3) Provide an opportunity for an informal hearing; and

(4) Promulgate a final rule and its effective date, if appropriate, based on the rulemaking record.

(e) Not later than 60 days after a rule is promulgated, any interested person may file a petition in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia or in the federal District Court where the Interstate Commission’s principal office is located for judicial review of such rule. If the court finds that the Interstate Commission’s action is not supported by substantial evidence, (as defined in the APA), in the rulemaking record, the court shall hold the rule unlawful and set it aside.

(f) Subjects to be addressed within 12 months after the first meeting must at a minimum include:

(1) Notice to victims and opportunity to be heard;

(2) Offender registration and compliance;

(3) Violations/returns;

(4) Transfer procedures and forms;

(5) Eligibility for transfer;

(6) Collection of restitution and fees from offenders;

(7) Data collection and reporting;

(8) The level of supervision to be provided by the receiving state;

(9) Transition rules governing the operation of the Compact and the Interstate Commission during all or part of the period between the effective date of the Compact and the date on which the last eligible state adopts the Compact; and

(10) Mediation, arbitration, and dispute resolution.

(g) The existing rules governing the operation of the previous Compact superceded by this Act shall be null and void 12 months after the first meeting of the Interstate Commission created hereunder.

(h) Upon determination by the Interstate Commission that an emergency exists, it may promulgate an emergency rule which shall become effective immediately upon adoption, provided that the usual rulemaking procedures provided hereunder shall be retroactively applied to said rule as soon as reasonably possible, and in no event later than 90 days after the effective date of the rule.
Md. Code, Environment § 6-843 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 6 / Subtitle 8 / Section 6-843
§6–843.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Except as provided in this subsection and subsection (b) of this section, and in cooperation with the Department of Housing and Community Development, the State Department of Assessments and Taxation, and other appropriate governmental units, the Department shall provide for the collection of an annual fee for every rental dwelling unit in the State.

(2) For an affected property, the fee:

(i) Is $75; and

(ii) Shall be collected by the Department once every 2 years.

(3) (i) Subject to the provisions of subparagraphs (ii) and (iii) of this paragraph, on or before December 31, 2000, the fee for a rental dwelling unit built after 1949 that is not an affected property is $5. After December 31, 2000, there is no fee for a rental dwelling unit built after 1949 that is not an affected property.

(ii) The owner of a rental dwelling unit built after 1949 that is not an affected property may not be required to pay the fee provided under this paragraph if the owner certifies to the Department that the rental dwelling unit is lead free pursuant to § 6–804 of this subtitle.

(iii) An owner of a rental dwelling unit who submits a report to the Department that the rental dwelling unit is lead free pursuant to § 6–804 of this subtitle shall include a $30 processing fee with the report.

(b) The fees imposed under this section do not apply to any rental dwelling unit:

(1) Built after 1978; or

(2) Owned and operated by a unit of federal, State, or local government, or any public, quasi–public, or municipal corporation.

(c) (1) The fee imposed under this section shall be paid on or before December 31, 1995, or the date of registration of the affected property under Part III of this subtitle and on or before December 31 every other year thereafter or according to a schedule established by the Department by regulation.

(2) The Department may establish a protocol to stagger registrations of affected property under Part III of this subtitle to equally divide registrations over sequential calendar years.

(d) An owner who fails to pay the fee imposed under this section is liable for a civil penalty of up to triple the amount of each registration fee unpaid that, together with all costs of collection, including reasonable attorney’s fees, shall be collected in a civil action in any court of competent jurisdiction.
Md. Code, Public Utilities § 6-306 — MD Code / Article gpu / Title 6 / Subtitle 3 / Section 6-306
§6–306.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Reasonable transaction and closing costs incurred by the acquiring entity shall be included in the rate making rate base of the acquiring entity.

(2) Fees paid to utility valuation experts may be included in the transaction and closing costs associated with acquisition by the acquiring entity.

(3) Unless the Commission finds just cause to authorize additional fees, fees eligible for inclusion may not exceed 5% of the fair market value of the selling utility or $50,000 if the actual fees paid exceed 5% of the fair market value.

(b) As of the closing date of the acquisition, the rate making rate base of the selling utility, including additions under subsection (a) of this section, shall be the lesser of:

(1) the purchase price negotiated by the acquiring entity and selling utility; or

(2) the fair market value of the selling utility.
Md. Code, Environment § 6-824 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 6 / Subtitle 8 / Section 6-824
§6–824.
Status: in_force

An owner shall disclose an obligation to perform either the modified or full risk reduction treatment to an affected property under this subtitle to any prospective purchaser of an affected property at or prior to the time a contract of sale is executed, if:

(1) An event has occurred that requires performance of either the modified or full risk reduction treatment to the affected property under this subtitle; and

(2) The owner will not perform the required treatment prior to the transfer of ownership.
Md. Code, Courts and Judicial Proceedings § 6-303 — MD Code / Article gcj / Title 6 / Subtitle 3 / Section 6-303
§6–303.
Status: in_force

(a) If a person resists service of civil process by threats, violence, or superior force, or by preventing the officer serving the process from entering the premises so that the officer cannot serve the process without force or personal risk, the officer shall leave a copy of the process:

(1) With a responsible person at the premises; or if that is not possible

(2) Posted as near the premises as practicable.

(b) Service under this section is as effective as actual personal service.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 6-202 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 6 / Subtitle 2 / Section 6-202
§6–202.
Status: in_force

(a) Each person who has gross receipts subject to the boxing and wrestling tax shall keep complete and accurate records in the form and with the information that the Comptroller requires by regulation.

(b) The person who is required under subsection (a) of this section to keep records shall make the records available for inspection and examination by the Comptroller at any time during business hours.

(c) The person shall keep the records required under subsection (a) of this section for 4 years, unless the Comptroller consents in writing to an earlier destruction of the records or requires in writing that the records be kept longer than 4 years.
Md. Code, Agriculture § 6-105 — MD Code / Article gag / Title 6 / Subtitle 1 / Section 6-105
§6–105.
Status: in_force

The Secretary shall publish at least annually, in any form he deems proper: (1) information concerning the distribution of commercial feeds; (2) data on the production and use of commercial feeds as he considers advisable; and (3) a report of the results of the analyses of official samples of commercial feeds distributed in the State as compared with the analyses guaranteed in the registration and on the label. The published information concerning production and use of commercial feeds may not disclose the operations of any person.
Md. Code, State Government § 6-901 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 6 / Subtitle 9 / Section 6-901
§6–901.
Status: in_force

(a) This section may not be construed to allow the contravention, denial, or abrogation of a privilege or right recognized by law.

(b) (1) For the limited purpose of furthering an ongoing health care fraud investigation under the Maryland False Health Claims Act or other civil authority, the Attorney General, a Deputy Attorney General, or an Assistant Attorney General designated in writing by the Attorney General may issue in any court in the State a subpoena requiring a person to:

(i) produce documentary material for inspection, copying, or reproduction;

(ii) answer, under oath and in writing, written interrogatories;

(iii) give sworn oral testimony; or

(iv) provide any combination of items (i), (ii), and (iii) of this paragraph.

(2) A subpoena issued under paragraph (1) of this subsection may be served in the same manner as a subpoena issued by a circuit court.

(c) (1) (i) If a person fails to obey a lawfully served subpoena issued under subsection (b) of this section, the Attorney General may report a failure to obey the subpoena to the circuit court with jurisdiction over the matter.

(ii) The Attorney General shall provide a copy of the subpoena and proof of service to the circuit court.

(2) After conducting a hearing at which the person who allegedly failed to comply with a subpoena issued under subsection (b) of this section has had an opportunity to be heard and be represented by counsel, the court may grant appropriate relief.
Md. Code, Environment § 6-1603 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 6 / Subtitle 16 / Section 6-1603
§6–1603.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in subsections (b) and (c) of this section, on or after January 1, 2024, a person may not use, manufacture, or knowingly sell, offer for sale, or distribute for sale or use Class B fire–fighting foam that contains intentionally added PFAS chemicals in the State.

(b) Subject to subsection (c) of this section, a person may use, manufacture, sell, offer for sale, or distribute for sale or use Class B fire–fighting foam that contains intentionally added PFAS chemicals in the State:

(1) On or before September 30, 2024, if the fire–fighting foam will be used at an airport, a port, a refinery, or a chemical plant;

(2) On or before December 31, 2027, if the fire–fighting foam will be used at a terminal; and

(3) On or before any applicable date specified in federal law, if the fire–fighting foam will be used by a person that is required to use Class B fire–fighting foam that contains intentionally added PFAS chemicals.

(c) (1) A person that is authorized under subsection (b) of this section to use Class B fire–fighting foam that contains intentionally added PFAS chemicals:

(i) May not release the foam directly into the environment, including through unsealed ground, soakage pits, waterways, or uncontrolled drains; and

(ii) Shall:

1. Fully contain all releases on site;

2. Implement containment measures, including bunds and ponds, that are controlled and impervious to PFAS chemicals and do not allow firewater, wastewater, runoff, and other wastes to be released into the environment, including soils, groundwater, waterways, and stormwater;

3. Dispose of all firewater, wastewater, runoff, and other wastes in a way that prevents releases into the environment;

4. Within 5 days after a release in violation of item (i) of this paragraph, report the release to the Department, including information on the identity of the foam, the quantity used, the total PFAS concentration, and the form of any waste that contains PFAS chemicals; and

5. Maintain documentation on any measures taken under this paragraph.

(2) (i) In investigating compliance with this subsection, the Department, the Attorney General, a State’s Attorney for a county or Baltimore City, a county attorney, or a City Attorney may request documentation maintained under paragraph (1) of this subsection.

(ii) A person that receives a request under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph shall provide the documentation on request.

(3) A failure to meet the requirements of paragraph (1) or (2) of this subsection does not preclude the use of Class B fire–fighting foam containing intentionally added PFAS chemicals if the failure was a result of factors beyond the control of the person.

(d) (1) If a person sells personal protective equipment for fire fighting that contains PFAS chemicals in the State, the person shall provide written notice to the purchaser at the time of the sale that includes:

(i) A statement that the personal protective equipment contains PFAS chemicals; and

(ii) The reason that the personal protective equipment contains PFAS chemicals.

(2) Both the person selling personal protective equipment for fire fighting that contains PFAS chemicals and the purchaser of the personal protective equipment shall retain the notice under paragraph (1) of this subsection for at least 3 years after the date of the sale.

(e) (1) On request of a fire department in the State, the Department shall take back from the fire department Class B fire–fighting foam that contains intentionally added PFAS chemicals.

(2) The Department shall dispose of fire–fighting foam received under this subsection in a manner consistent with this subtitle.

(3) For fiscal year 2024, the Governor shall include in the annual budget bill an appropriation of $500,000 to the Department for the purpose of taking back and disposing of fire–fighting foam under this section.
Md. Code, State Government § 6-109 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 6 / Subtitle 1 / Section 6-109
§6–109.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Department” means the Department of Assessments and Taxation.

(3) “Governing body” means the head, board, council, board of directors, or other governing body of a State agency.

(b) (1) A State agency not represented by the Attorney General shall designate a citizen of this State who resides in this State, a Maryland corporation, or an officer of the State agency as its resident agent and change its resident agent by filing for record with the Department a certified copy of a resolution of its governing body that authorizes the designation or change.

(2) A State agency may change the address for its resident agent by filing for record with the Department a statement of the change signed by the chairman or other principal officer of its governing body.

(c) (1) A resident agent whose address changes may notify the Department by filing for record with the Department a statement of the change signed by or for the resident agent.

(2) A resident agent may resign by filing with the Department a statement of resignation.

(d) There is no fee for a filing under this section.

(e) A designation, change of agent, change of address, or resignation is effective as provided in the Corporations and Associations Article for a corporate resident agent.

(f) (1) Service of process on a resident agent of a State agency constitutes effective service of process under the Maryland Rules on the State agency in an action, suit, or proceeding that is pending, filed, or instituted against the State agency.

(2) Any notice required by law to be served by personal service on a resident agent or other agent or officer of a State agency may be served in the manner provided by the Maryland Rules relating to service of process on State agencies.

(3) Service under the Maryland Rules is equivalent to personal service on a resident agent or other agent or officer of a State agency.
Md. Code, Environment § 6-1104 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 6 / Subtitle 11 / Section 6-1104
§6–1104.
Status: in_force

(a) Each unit manufactured after December 31, 1993 and sold to an end user in this State after December 31, 1994 shall bear the following information on the unit, the package, the product containing the unit, or in associated instructional material:

(1) A statement that the unit must be disposed of properly;

(2) The “three chasing arrows” recycling symbol;

(3) A description of the battery electrode chemistry; and

(4) Sufficient information to enable the user properly to dispose of spent units.

(b) A local government or agency of local government in this State may not enact additional labeling requirements for a unit, package, product containing a unit, or associated instructional material.

(c) Nothing in this section may be interpreted to prohibit the display of any other symbol or information designed to promote recycling.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 6-301 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 6 / Subtitle 3 / Section 6-301
§6–301.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise provided in this title, before an individual may practice massage therapy in the State, the individual shall be:

(1) On or before October 31, 2026:

(i) Licensed by the Board; or

(ii) Registered by the Board to practice massage therapy in a setting that is not a health care setting; or

(2) On or after November 1, 2026, licensed by the Board.

(b) This section does not apply to:

(1) A student enrolled in an approved education program as determined by the Board while practicing massage therapy in the State;

(2) An individual permitted to practice massage therapy under regulations adopted by the Board, if the individual otherwise has qualified to practice massage therapy in any other state or country that has substantially similar requirements for authorization to practice massage therapy and the individual is in the State for no more than 7 days;

(3) A family member practicing massage therapy on another family member;

(4) An athletic trainer while functioning in the course of the athletic trainer’s professional capacity;

(5) An individual employed by the federal government to practice massage therapy while practicing within the scope of the individual’s employment; or

(6) An individual working in a beauty salon:

(i) For which the person who operates the beauty salon has obtained a permit from the State Board of Cosmetology as required under § 5–501 of the Business Occupations and Professions Article; and

(ii) In which the individual is providing cosmetology and esthetic services, including the application and removal of skin or skin care products.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 6-307 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 6 / Subtitle 3 / Section 6-307
§6–307.
Status: in_force

The governing body of Anne Arundel County or of Howard County may not impose a county property tax on property of a resident of a municipal corporation for any service that the municipal corporation provides for the resident.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 6-902 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 6 / Subtitle 9 / Section 6-902
§6–902.
Status: in_force

(a) A person may not willfully make, circulate, or send to another person any untrue statement that is derogatory to the financial condition or that affects the solvency or financial standing of any credit union doing business in the State, or counsel, aid, procure, or induce another to make, circulate, or send to another person such a statement.

(b) A person that violates any provision of this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 3 years or both.
Md. Code, Environment § 6-902 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 6 / Subtitle 9 / Section 6-902
§6–902.
Status: in_force

A person may not sell, distribute, or offer for sale in this State a mercuric oxide battery unless:

(1) The person is a party to a plan approved by the Department under § 6-901 of this subtitle; or

(2) A retailer or seller has provided for the collection, recycling, or proper disposal of used mercuric oxide batteries through the sale to a refiner or a refiner’s agent and the retailer or seller has complied with any requirement established by the Department to implement § 6-901 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Courts and Judicial Proceedings § 6-409 — MD Code / Article gcj / Title 6 / Subtitle 4 / Section 6-409
§6–409.
Status: in_force

In any court proceeding, an attorney entering his appearance on behalf of a client may be granted a continuance if:

(1) The entry of appearance is made in good faith and not for purposes of delay;

(2) The case has not been continued previously an unreasonable number of times; and

(3) At the time his appearance is entered he is the attorney of record in another court proceeding which previously had been scheduled for a time which will cause a conflict with the case in which the appearance is being entered.
Md. Code, Education § 6-1001 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 6 / Subtitle 10 / Section 6-1001
§6–1001.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Career ladder” means the career ladder for public prekindergarten, primary, or secondary school teachers in the State implemented by county boards that meets the standards set forth under this subtitle and the standards adopted by the Department.

(c) “NBC” means National Board Certification issued by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards.

(d) “NBC teacher” means a teacher who holds an active National Board Certification.

(e) (1) “Teacher” means a certified public school employee who is primarily responsible and accountable for teaching the students in the class.

(2) “Teacher” does not include, unless otherwise provided:

(i) Curriculum specialists;

(ii) Instructional aides;

(iii) Attendance personnel;

(iv) Psychologists;

(v) Social workers;

(vi) Clerical personnel;

(vii) An individual with a Resident Teacher Certificate; or

(viii) An individual with a certification for career professionals.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 6-322 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 6 / Subtitle 3 / Section 6-322
§6–322.
Status: in_force

The exercise of all powers and authority and the performance of all duties and functions vested in the State Fire Marshal under this article are subject to the powers and authority of the Secretary set forth in Title 2 of this article or elsewhere in State law.
Md. Code, Correctional Services § 6-109 — MD Code / Article gcs / Title 6 / Subtitle 1 / Section 6-109
§6–109.
Status: in_force

(a) The Director may apply to a judge of the District Court or a circuit court for a search warrant to enter the approved dwelling of an offender in the program to search for the offender.

(b) An application for a search warrant shall:

(1) be in writing;

(2) be verified by the applicant; and

(3) describe the premises to be searched and the nature, scope, and purpose of the search.

(c) A judge who receives an application for a search warrant may issue a warrant on a finding that:

(1) the scope of the proposed search is reasonable; and

(2) obtaining consent to enter the premises may jeopardize the attempt to take custody of the offender.

(d) (1) A search warrant issued under this section shall specify the location of the premises to be searched.

(2) A search conducted in accordance with a search warrant issued under this section may not exceed the limits specified in the warrant.

(e) A search warrant issued under this section shall be executed and returned to the issuing judge:

(1) within the period specified in the warrant, which may not exceed 30 days from the date of issuance; or

(2) within 15 days after the warrant is issued, if no period is specified in the warrant.
Md. Code, Transportation § 6-303 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 6 / Subtitle 3 / Section 6-303
§6–303.
Status: in_force

(a) The Administration may not acquire by purchase or condemnation any property owned by this State or any of its agencies without the prior approval of the Board of Public Works.

(b) Subject to prior approval of the Board of Public Works, the Administration may use any land owned by this State, including land lying under water, that the Administration considers necessary or convenient to construct or operate any project.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 6-327 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 6 / Subtitle 3 / Section 6-327
§6–327.
Status: in_force

(a) If the bylaws provide, a director emeritus may advise and consult with the board and aid the board in carrying out the board’s duties and responsibilities.

(b) The bylaws shall provide for:

(1) The number of directors emeriti; and

(2) The qualifications for a director emeritus.

(c) A director emeritus:

(1) Shall be a member of the credit union; and

(2) May not be an officer or an official.

(d) A director emeritus may not:

(1) Participate in any board or committee deliberations;

(2) Make motions; or

(3) Vote on any matter before the board.
Md. Code, Public Utilities § 6-201 — MD Code / Article gpu / Title 6 / Subtitle 2 / Section 6-201
§6–201.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Control” means the possession, direct or indirect, of the power to direct or cause the direction of the management or policies of a person.

(c) “Financing lease” means a lease that, during the noncancelable lease period:

(1) covers at least 75% of the economic life of the property; or

(2) has terms that assure the lessor of a full recovery of the fair market value that would normally be represented by the lessor’s investment of the property at the start of the lease and a reasonable return on the use of the assets invested, subject only to limited risk in the realization of the residual interest in the property and the credit risks generally associated with secured loans.

(d) “Joint venture” means a joint business arrangement between a public service company and another person for mutual benefit, with the understanding that each will share in the profits and losses and have a voice in management.

(e) “Long-term debt” means a debt due at least 1 year after the date of indebtedness.

(f) “Parent” means:

(1) every firm, holding company, or other person that ultimately controls a public service company; or

(2) any intermediary entity that controls a public service company.

(g) “Person” includes an individual, corporation, estate, trust, partnership, association, two or more persons having a joint or common interest, or any other legal or commercial entity.

(h) “Short-term debt” means a debt due within 1 year after the date of indebtedness.

(i) “SIC code and short title” means a 4-digit industry Standard Industrial Classification code and short title listed in the most recent Standard Industrial Classification manual published by the Office of Management and Budget of the Executive Office of the President.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 6-221 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 6 / Subtitle 2 / Section 6-221
§6–221.
Status: in_force

On entering a judgment of conviction, the court may suspend the imposition or execution of sentence and place the defendant on probation on the conditions that the court considers proper.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 6-707 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 6 / Subtitle 7 / Section 6-707
§6–707.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) In addition to any other investment authorized under this subtitle, a credit union may purchase, construct, or acquire and hold, either individually or jointly with another credit union, fixed assets for the purpose of providing adequate facilities for the transaction of present and future business.

(2) A credit union may use fixed assets acquired under this section for:

(i) The principal office functions;

(ii) Branches; and

(iii) Any other activities in which the credit union engages.

(3) A credit union may rent excess space in a fixed asset acquired under this section as a source of income.

(4) A credit union’s investment in fixed assets acquired under this section:

(i) May exceed 4% of the total assets of the credit union only with the prior approval of the Commissioner; and

(ii) May not exceed 6% of the total assets of the credit union.

(b) A credit union may purchase, lease, or acquire and hold tangible personal property, either individually or jointly with another credit union, as may be necessary or incidental to the operations of the credit union.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 6-401 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 6 / Subtitle 4 / Section 6-401
§6–401.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Credit year” means the taxable year in which a qualified business entity claims the tax credit authorized under this subtitle.

(c) “Eligible economic development project” means an economic development project that:

(1) establishes or expands a business facility within a Tier I county; and

(2) is approved for a project tax credit in accordance with this subtitle.

(d) (1) “Eligible project cost” means the cost and expense a qualified business entity incurs to acquire, construct, rehabilitate, install, or equip an eligible economic development project.

(2) “Eligible project cost” includes:

(i) the cost of:

1. obligations for labor and payments made to contractors, subcontractors, builders, and suppliers;

2. acquiring land, rights in land, and costs incidental to acquiring land or rights in land;

3. contract bonds and insurance needed during the acquisition, construction, or installation of the project;

4. test borings, surveys, estimates, plans, specifications, preliminary investigations, environmental mitigation, supervision of construction, and other architectural and engineering services;

5. performing duties required by or consequent to the acquisition, construction, and installation of the project;

6. installing water, sewer, sewer treatment, gas, electricity, communications, railroads, and similar utilities; and

7. bond insurance, letters of credit, or other forms of credit enhancement or liquidity facilities;

(ii) the interest cost before and during the acquisition, construction, installation, and equipping of the project, and for up to 2 years after project completion;

(iii) legal, accounting, financial, printing, recording, filing, and other fees and expenses incurred to finance the project; and

(iv) a qualified business entity’s cost to furnish and equip a new location for ordinary business functions, including:

1. the cost of computers, nonrecurring costs of fixed telecommunications equipment, furnishings, and office equipment; and

2. expenditures for moving costs, separation costs, and other costs directly related to moving from outside of the State to a location in a Tier I county.

(e) “Project tax credit” means a tax credit for eligible project costs allowed under § 6–403 of this subtitle.

(f) “Qualified business entity” means a person that:

(1) (i) conducts or operates a trade or business in the State; or

(ii) operates in the State and is exempt from taxation under § 501(c)(3) or (4) of the Internal Revenue Code; and

(2) is certified in accordance with this subtitle as qualifying for a project tax credit under this subtitle.

(g) (1) “Qualified position” means a position that:

(i) is a full–time position and is of indefinite duration;

(ii) pays at least 120% of the State minimum wage;

(iii) is in a Tier I county;

(iv) is newly created because a business facility begins or expands in one location in a Tier I county; and

(v) is filled.

(2) “Qualified position” does not include a position that is:

(i) created when an employment function is shifted from an existing business facility of a business entity in the State to another business facility of the same business entity if the position is not a net new job in the State;

(ii) created through a change in ownership of a trade or business;

(iii) created through a consolidation, merger, or restructuring of a business entity if the position is not a net new job in the State;

(iv) created when an employment function is contractually shifted from an existing business entity in the State to another business entity if the position is not a net new job in the State; or

(v) filled for a period of less than 12 months.

(h) (1) “Tier I county” means a county with:

(i) an average rate of unemployment for the most recent 24–month period for which data are available that exceeds 150% of the average rate of unemployment for the State during that period;

(ii) an average rate of unemployment for the most recent 24–month period for which data are available that exceeds the average rate of unemployment for the State by at least 2 percentage points; or

(iii) a median household income for the most recent 24–month period for which data are available that is equal to or less than 75% of the median household income for the State during that period.

(2) “Tier I county” includes a county that:

(i) no longer meets any of the criteria stated in paragraph (1) of this subsection; but

(ii) has met at least one of the criteria at some time during the preceding 24–month period.
Md. Code, Courts and Judicial Proceedings § 6-102 — MD Code / Article gcj / Title 6 / Subtitle 1 / Section 6-102
§6–102.
Status: in_force

(a) A court may exercise personal jurisdiction as to any cause of action over a person domiciled in, served with process in, organized under the laws of, or who maintains his principal place of business in the State.

(b) This section does not limit any other basis of personal jurisdiction of a court of the State.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 6-235 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 6 / Subtitle 2 / Section 6-235
§6–235.
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding any other provision of law, when sentencing a minor convicted as an adult, a court:

(1) may impose a sentence less than the minimum term required under law; and

(2) may not impose a sentence of life imprisonment without the possibility of parole or release.
Md. Code, Agriculture § 6-311 — MD Code / Article gag / Title 6 / Subtitle 3 / Section 6-311
§6–311.
Status: in_force

(a) The Secretary may issue and enforce a written stop-sale order to the owner, custodian, or distributor of any lot of agricultural liming material or gypsum that:

(1) The Secretary finds is in violation of any provision of this subtitle or regulation under this subtitle; or

(2) Has been found by federal or State authorities to cause unreasonable adverse effects to humans, animals, plants, or the environment.

(b) The order prohibits sale or distribution of the lot of agricultural liming material or gypsum until the Secretary has evidence that the lot is in compliance with the law and until the Secretary provides a written release from the stop-sale order.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 6-502 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 6 / Subtitle 5 / Section 6-502
§6–502.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) A professional solicitor shall submit a fund-raising notice to the Secretary of State before starting a public solicitation.

(2) The notice shall be submitted on the form that the Secretary of State provides.

(b) The notice shall contain the information that the Secretary of State requires, including each fund-raising method to be used and the dates set for each fund-raising drive, event, or campaign of the charitable solicitation.
Md. Code, Human Services § 6-501 — MD Code / Article ghu / Title 6 / Subtitle 5 / Section 6-501
§6–501.
Status: in_force

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

(b) (1) “Community services” means household and personal services provided for an elderly individual under the direction and supervision of an appropriate social services or health agency.

(2) “Community services” includes assistance with:

(i) meal preparation and planning;

(ii) home-delivered meal services;

(iii) dressing;

(iv) shopping;

(v) visits to health, recreational, and shopping facilities;

(vi) transportation and personal escort services;

(vii) light housekeeping; and

(viii) personal medical and nursing care related to the provision of community services.

(c) “Elderly individual” means an individual at least 65 years old and the individual’s spouse, regardless of the spouse’s age.
Md. Code, Environment § 6-830 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 6 / Subtitle 8 / Section 6-830
§6–830.
Status: in_force

(a) If, between February 24, 1996 and February 23, 2001, inclusive, the concentration of lead in a whole venous blood sample of a person at risk tested within 30 days after the person at risk begins residence or to regularly spend at least 24 hours per week in an affected property that is certified as being in compliance with the provisions of § 6–815 of this subtitle is greater than or equal to 25 �g/dl, or, between February 24, 2001 and February 23, 2006, inclusive, greater than or equal to 20 �g/dl, or, on or after February 24, 2006, greater than or equal to 15 �g/dl, it shall be presumed that the ingestion of lead occurred before a person at risk began residing or regularly spending at least 24 hours per week in the affected property.

(b) On or after July 1, 2006, the EBL concentration of lead in a blood sample shall be determined in accordance with § 6–801(f) of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Housing and Community Development § 6-406 — MD Code / Article ghs / Title 6 / Subtitle 4 / Section 6-406
§6–406.
Status: in_force

The Department shall adopt regulations to carry out this subtitle.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 6-101 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 6 / Subtitle 1 / Section 6-101
§6–101.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Board” means the board of directors of a credit union.

(c) (1) “Branch” means a credit union office at which shares or deposits are received, share drafts or checks are paid, or money is lent.

(2) “Branch” includes a mobile branch or other special–purpose facility that performs a function of a branch.

(3) “Branch” does not include an automated teller machine as defined in § 1–401(d) of this article.

(d) “Credit union” means a cooperative, nonprofit financial institution organized under this title to conduct business in the State.

(e) “Credit union service organization” means an entity formed to engage in activities that:

(1) Are incidental to the conduct of the business of a credit union;

(2) Advance or facilitate the purposes of a credit union; and

(3) Primarily serve a credit union and its members.

(f) (1) “Credit union share guaranty corporation” means a corporation engaged in the business of guaranteeing or insuring payment of a credit union share or deposit account.

(2) “Credit union share guaranty corporation” includes the Credit Union Insurance Corporation established under Title 7 of this article.

(g) “Deposit account” means a balance held by a credit union on which a contractual rate of interest may be paid as a debt owed by the credit union to the depositor.

(h) “Fixed assets” includes land, buildings, leasehold improvements, furniture, fixtures, and equipment used in the conduct of the regular business of a credit union.

(i) “Member in good standing” means a member who:

(1) Owns at least one share in a credit union;

(2) Is current on all credit obligations to the credit union; and

(3) Has not caused the credit union a credit or deposit loss that is currently outstanding.

(j) “Officer” means any officer that a Maryland corporation is required or permitted to have under § 2–412 of the Corporations and Associations Article.

(k) “Official” means:

(1) A director;

(2) A member of a credit committee; or

(3) A member of a supervisory committee.

(l) “Out–of–state credit union” means:

(1) A federal credit union with its main office in a state other than this State; or

(2) A credit union chartered and primarily regulated by another state.

(m) “Share” or “share account” means a balance held by a credit union on which a dividend may be paid and which confers membership and voting rights on the member.
Md. Code, Housing and Community Development § 6-1202 — MD Code / Article ghs / Title 6 / Subtitle 12 / Section 6-1202
§6–1202.
Status: in_force

(a) The General Assembly finds that the State must have Just Communities in order to:

(1) affirmatively advance equity, civil rights, racial justice, and equal opportunity in the State;

(2) create opportunities for the improvement of communities that have been historically underserved, with anticipated benefits for the entire State; and

(3) right the wrongs of the past, when the State systematically excluded certain groups from equal participation in the benefits of public resources.

(b) It is the intent of the General Assembly that the Just Community designation be used to prioritize State funding to increase racial, economic, and health equity in the State.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 6-709 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 6 / Subtitle 7 / Section 6-709
§6–709.
Status: in_force

A credit union may change its place of business on written notice to the Commissioner.
Md. Code, Education § 6-113.1 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 6 / Subtitle 1 / Section 6-113.1
§6–113.
Status: in_force

§6–113.1.

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

(2) “Child sexual abuse” means an act by an adult involving a minor or a student that constitutes a sexual offense under the laws of the State, or any sexual contact between an adult and a minor.

(3) “Sexual misconduct” means an act by an adult, including an oral, nonverbal, written, or electronic communication, or a physical activity directed toward or with a minor that is designed to promote a romantic or sexual relationship with the minor, including:

(i) Sexual or romantic invitation;

(ii) Dating or soliciting dates;

(iii) Engaging in sexualized or romantic dialogue;

(iv) Making sexually suggestive comments;

(v) Grooming behaviors;

(vi) Self–disclosure or physical exposure of a sexual, romantic, or erotic nature; and

(vii) A sexual, indecent, romantic, or erotic contact with the minor.

(b) (1) A county board or nonpublic school that receives State funds shall require each employee to receive instruction annually on the prevention, identification, and reporting of child sexual abuse.

(2) The instruction described in paragraph (1) of this subsection shall include comprehensive training and information to help employees to:

(i) Recognize sexual misconduct in adults;

(ii) Recognize and appropriately respond to sexually inappropriate, coercive, or abusive behaviors among minors;

(iii) Recognize behaviors and verbal cues that could indicate a minor has been a victim of child sexual abuse; and

(iv) Respond to disclosures by minors or their parents or guardians of child sexual abuse or reports of boundary–violating behaviors of adults or minors in a supportive and appropriate manner that meets mandated reporting requirements under State law.

(c) (1) Each county board shall establish and implement policies that support the prevention of child sexual abuse through ongoing training of staff regarding:

(i) Behavior that constitutes adult perpetration;

(ii) Reporting obligations and procedures; and

(iii) For staff involved in the hiring process, comprehensive screening of prospective employees.

(2) The county board shall develop employee codes of conduct that address appropriate contact between staff and students.

(d) (1) Each employee shall complete the instruction and training described in subsection (b) of this section on an annual basis.

(2) The instruction and training under this section:

(i) May include in–person or e–learning instruction and training; and

(ii) Shall be periodically reviewed and updated.

(e) (1) On or before December 1, 2018, the Interagency Commission on School Construction and the State Council on Child Abuse and Neglect jointly shall develop guidelines and best practices for the assessment and modification of physical facilities and spaces to reduce opportunities for child sexual abuse.

(2) Beginning in the 2019–2020 school year, each county board shall develop policies and procedures on the use and modification of physical facilities and spaces to reduce opportunities for child sexual abuse.

(f) Each county board shall make information about the training opportunities described in this section available to parents, legal guardians, and other interested persons in the community.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 6-906.1 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 6 / Subtitle 9 / Section 6-906.1
§6–906.
Status: in_force

§6–906.1.

(a) After notice and a hearing, the Commissioner may assess a civil penalty against a credit union that the Commissioner determines has:

(1) Violated a cease and desist order issued by the Commissioner under § 6–906 of this subtitle; or

(2) Engaged in:

(i) An unsafe or unsound practice; or

(ii) A practice that is injurious to the public interest.

(b) The civil penalty may not exceed:

(1) $1,000 per violation; and

(2) $1,000 per violation for each day that the violation continues.

(c) (1) A civil penalty shall be assessed by written notice of assessment served on the person to be assessed.

(2) The notice of assessment shall state the:

(i) Amount of the civil penalty;

(ii) Legal authority for the assessment; and

(iii) Matters of fact or law constituting the grounds for the assessment.

(3) The notice of assessment shall constitute a final order for purposes of judicial review pursuant to § 10–221 of the State Government Article.

(d) In determining the amount of the civil penalty to be assessed, the Commissioner shall consider:

(1) The seriousness of the violation;

(2) The good faith of the violator;

(3) The violator’s history of previous violations;

(4) The deleterious effect of the violation on the public and the credit union industry;

(5) The assets of the violator; and

(6) Any other factors relevant to the determination of the civil penalty.

(e) (1) A civil penalty assessed under this section shall be due and payable within 30 days after the Commissioner issues the notice of assessment.

(2) The Commissioner may reduce or set aside a civil penalty.

(f) The Commissioner shall pay all civil penalties collected under this section into the General Fund of the State.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 6-331 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 6 / Subtitle 3 / Section 6-331
§6–331.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “compensation” means anything of value given to an official that is:

(1) In exchange for services performed as an official; and

(2) Reportable as income to the Internal Revenue Service or the Comptroller of the State.

(b) Each official is entitled to the compensation that:

(1) Subject to the provisions of subsection (c) of this section, the members authorize; and

(2) Except as provided in subsection (d)(2) of this section, is approved by the Commissioner.

(c) (1) All compensation to be paid under subsection (b) of this section shall be authorized by a vote of the members at the annual meeting of the membership in accordance with § 6–317 of this subtitle.

(2) Written disclosure of the proposed compensation and each official’s expenses shall be made to all members in good standing not less than 30 days and not more than 90 days before the annual meeting of members.

(3) The written disclosure required under paragraph (2) of this subsection shall contain at least the following information:

(i) The proposed dollar amount of compensation that will be paid to each official on a per meeting or other applicable basis;

(ii) The aggregate dollar amount of compensation paid to all officials for the 12 months immediately preceding the date of the notice of the annual meeting of members;

(iii) 1. A reasonable estimate of the aggregate dollar amount of compensation to be paid to all officials for the following 12–month period assuming:

A. That the proposed compensation is approved; and

B. The same number of meetings as were held during the 12 months immediately preceding the date of the notice of the annual meeting of members; or

2. A statement that the compensation to be paid to all officials will remain the same as it was during the 12 months immediately preceding the date of the notice of the annual meeting of members; and

(iv) The aggregate dollar amount of all officials’ expenses, excluding compensation, for the 12 months immediately preceding the date of the notice of the annual meeting of members.

(4) (i) The written disclosure shall be conspicuously set apart from other information provided to the members.

(ii) The written disclosure may be included in:

1. The notice of the annual meeting of the members;

2. A separate mailing;

3. A periodic statement of account; or

4. A periodic publication of the credit union.

(d) (1) All requests for the Commissioner’s approval under subsection (b) of this section shall:

(i) Be made in writing; and

(ii) Contain a certification by the president of the credit union that the compensation has been authorized by the membership in accordance with subsection (c) of this section.

(2) The Commissioner’s approval is not required if the credit union:

(i) Was rated “1” or “2” as of the last examination conducted by the Commissioner; and

(ii) Has a positive net income as of the end of the previous calendar year.
Md. Code, Transportation § 6-211 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 6 / Subtitle 2 / Section 6-211
§6–211.
Status: in_force

(a) The Commission may adopt and enforce regulations for the parking and operation of motor vehicles in and on its port facilities.

(b) The regulations shall:

(1) Be reasonably necessary for the safety of persons and property or for the efficient operation of the port facilities;

(2) Provide for a uniform system for accessible parking for individuals with disabilities to enhance the safety of people with disabilities in conformity with the “Uniform System for Parking for Persons with Disabilities” (23 C.F.R. Part 1235) and the “Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines for Buildings and Facilities” (Appendix A to 28 C.F.R. Part 36 and 36 C.F.R. Part 1191.1); and

(3) Include procedures for the voluntary payment of fines directly to the Administration in uncontested parking cases.

(c) The Maryland Transportation Authority Police Force may issue citations for violations of the motor vehicle regulations adopted under this section.

(d) (1) Any person who violates a parking regulation adopted under this section is subject to a fine not exceeding $50. A violation of a parking regulation is not a misdemeanor.

(2) Any person who violates any other regulation adopted under this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $500.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 6-207 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 6 / Subtitle 2 / Section 6-207
§6–207.
Status: in_force

Each State unit and local governmental unit shall cooperate with the Commission.
Md. Code, Courts and Judicial Proceedings § 6-312 — MD Code / Article gcj / Title 6 / Subtitle 3 / Section 6-312
§6–312.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “person” has the meaning stated in Rule 1-202 of the Maryland Rules.

(b) This section applies to a person who is a defendant subject to a complaint, counterclaim, cross-claim, or third-party complaint.

(c) (1) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a party may effect service by delivering a copy of the summons and the complaint to a defendant personally or by leaving copies of the summons and complaint at the defendant’s dwelling house or usual place of abode with a person of suitable age and discretion residing at the dwelling house or place of abode or by delivering a copy of the summons and the complaint to an agent authorized by appointment or law to receive service of process.

(2) Any service under this subsection is as effective as actual personal service.

(3) The method of service provided in this subsection is in addition to and not exclusive of any other means of service that may be provided by statute or rule for obtaining jurisdiction of a defendant.

(d) This section does not affect any defense, including noncooperation, available to an insurer or a person who has a self-insurance plan under the terms of the applicable insurance or self-insurance plan.

(e) A defendant who is subject to the provisions of this section is deemed to have consented to service of process as described in this section.
Md. Code, Environment § 6-1304 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 6 / Subtitle 13 / Section 6-1304
§6–1304.
Status: in_force

(a) A United States manufacturer, or if the manufacturer is not a United States manufacturer, the importer of record, of a children’s product for which a children’s product certification is required under federal law shall:

(1) Test whether the children’s product is a lead–containing product by using a testing entity qualified or certified under federal law; and

(2) If the children’s product tested under item (1) of this subsection is not a lead–containing product, issue a certificate that certifies that the children’s product is not a lead–containing product.

(b) A person shall ensure that the certificate issued in accordance with subsection (a) of this section is transmitted with the children’s product to any distributor or retailer who receives the children’s product.

(c) A manufacturer shall:

(1) Maintain a copy of any documents related to lead testing and any certificate issued in accordance with subsection (a) of this section; and

(2) Provide a copy to the Department or any person on request.

(d) A retailer shall:

(1) Maintain a copy of any certificate issued in accordance with subsection (a) of this section; and

(2) Provide a copy to the Department or any person on request.

(e) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, a person may not sell or offer for sale in the State, by any means, including transactions conducted through a sales outlet, a catalog, or the Internet, a children’s product for which there is no certificate issued in accordance with subsection (a) of this section.

(2) Notwithstanding any other provision of this subtitle, a certificate is not required for the sale of a used children’s product at a thrift store, consignment store, yard sale, or any other secondhand point of sale.

(f) A certificate issued in accordance with subsection (a) of this section shall be:

(1) Based on a test of each children’s product or on a testing protocol that is established or recognized by the Department; and

(2) On a form created or approved by the Department.
Md. Code, Environment § 6-402 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 6 / Subtitle 4 / Section 6-402
§6–402.
Status: in_force

The General Assembly finds:

(1) That exposure to asbestos, a known carcinogenic agent, creates a significant hazard to the health of the people of this State;

(2) That projects to remove asbestos expose increasing numbers of asbestos removers to this hazard;

(3) That it is in the public interest to protect asbestos removers from this hazard by requiring adherence to strict safety standards on asbestos removal projects; and

(4) That stricter penalties and independent testing are needed to safeguard the health of asbestos removers in the State.
Md. Code, Human Services § 6-512 — MD Code / Article ghu / Title 6 / Subtitle 5 / Section 6-512
§6–512.
Status: in_force

(a) The Department of Human Services, the Department of Education, the Maryland Department of Health, and the Department of Aging shall provide appropriate ancillary services to individuals with disabilities in the CARE Program subject to programmatic eligibility and priority criteria and budgetary resources.

(b) The Secretary of Human Services, the Secretary of Health, the Secretary of Aging, and the State Superintendent of Schools shall:

(1) coordinate departmental programs to ensure that the services needed by individuals with disabilities residing in CARE housing are provided in an integrated and cost–effective manner; and

(2) prepare and enter into a written memorandum of agreement that specifies the services to be provided by each departmental program and the integration and timing of the delivery of the services.

(c) The Department may adopt regulations to carry out the CARE Program.
Md. Code, Environment § 6-850 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 6 / Subtitle 8 / Section 6-850
§6–850.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in § 6–849 of this subtitle, in addition to any other remedies provided in this subtitle, the provisions and procedures of §§ 7–256 through 7–264 and 7–266 of this article shall be used and shall apply to enforce violations of this subtitle, provided that the penalty imposed under § 7–266(b)(2)(i) of this article may not exceed $500 per day for any violation of this subtitle.

(b) If an accredited supervisor falsely verifies that work was performed on an affected property pursuant to § 6–819(g) of this subtitle, the owner of the affected property who employs the supervisor and who has actual knowledge of the false verification shall be subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $30,000.

(c) A person who falsifies information that is submitted in a report under § 6–818(a)(1)(iii) of this subtitle is liable for a civil penalty not exceeding $50,000, to be collected in a civil action.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 6-104 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 6 / Subtitle 1 / Section 6-104
§6–104.
Status: reserved

(a) (1) At the close of the evidence for the State, a defendant may move for judgment of acquittal on one or more counts or on one or more degrees of a crime, on the ground that the evidence is insufficient in law to sustain a conviction as to the count or degree.

(2) Subject to paragraph (3) of this subsection, if the court denies the motion for judgment of acquittal, the defendant may offer evidence on the defendant’s behalf without having reserved the right to do so.

(3) If the defendant offers evidence after making a motion for judgment of acquittal, the motion is deemed withdrawn.

(b) (1) The defendant may move for judgment of acquittal at the close of all the evidence whether or not a motion for judgment of acquittal was made at the close of the evidence for the State.

(2) If the court denies the motion for judgment of acquittal, the defendant may have review of the ruling on appeal.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 6-319 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 6 / Subtitle 3 / Section 6-319
§6–319.
Status: in_force

(a) The State Board may not suspend a State license for more than 1 year.

(b) The State Board may not revoke a State license for less than 1 year.

(c) If the State Board, after a hearing, suspends a license, the State Board may allow the licensee to complete a contract to provide electrical services that is in progress and uncompleted at the time of suspension.

(d) (1) If a State license is revoked, the State Board may reinstate the State license after not less than 1 year.

(2) A State license that has been revoked may be reinstated under this subsection if:

(i) the individual whose State license has been revoked submits a written request to the State Board;

(ii) the State Board holds a hearing on the request; and

(iii) the State Board makes a determination to reinstate the State license.
Md. Code, Education § 6-1011 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 6 / Subtitle 10 / Section 6-1011
§6–1011.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) On or before July 1, 2024, the Department shall develop and design a new system of professional development that is tied to the career ladder.

(2) The new system of professional development shall include:

(i) Training on how to lead and mentor teams of professionals to promote professional learning among colleagues;

(ii) Training on how to collaborate with colleagues to improve student performance;

(iii) Training on how to design and support collaborative professional learning for teachers pursuing an NBC;

(iv) A train–the–trainer model; and

(v) Advanced training on the science of learning specific to individual disciplines.

(b) On or before June 30, 2026, each county board shall provide the system of professional development designed by the Department under subsection (a) of this section to each teacher who teaches in the county.

(c) Beginning on July 1, 2026, each county board shall provide the system of professional development designed by the Department under subsection (a) of this section to each teacher teaching in the county no later than 1 year after the teacher begins teaching in the State.
Md. Code, Environment § 6-1108 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 6 / Subtitle 11 / Section 6-1108
§6–1108.
Status: in_force

(a) Each marketer shall ensure that its direct customers have a convenient mechanism for returning units to the marketer or to the responsible entity or to a destination specified in the unit management program covering those units.

(b) Except for direct sales to private consumers, each marketer shall provide written notice to its direct customers that each unit sold by the marketer is covered by a unit management program.

(c) Each marketer is responsible for units sold by it.

(d) The retailer location where units are collected under a unit management program may not constitute a facility as defined in § 7-101 of this article.
Md. Code, Education § 6-1010 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 6 / Subtitle 10 / Section 6-1010
§6–1010.
Status: in_force

(a) Teacher evaluation systems used in connection with the career ladder shall:

(1) Be aligned with the five core propositions of the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards;

(2) Include a peer assistance and review model;

(3) Define the system’s expectations for an evaluator’s level of skill and knowledge; and

(4) Include a calibrated method to measure performance and to provide personalized feedback that is aligned with the teacher’s strengths, needs, and professional learning context.

(b) An evaluation system used in connection with a career ladder shall use observations to evaluate a teacher that:

(1) Include documented observable evidence;

(2) Are linked to student learning and not solely consist of simple checklists;

(3) Include post observation conferences between the teacher and evaluator to encourage reflection on the teacher’s teaching practice;

(4) Require an assessment of the competency of the evaluator;

(5) Are developed with stakeholders; and

(6) Require teachers and evaluators to be fully trained to understand the evaluation process.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 6-207 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 6 / Subtitle 2 / Section 6-207
§6–207.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “tetrahydrocannabinol” has the meaning stated in § 36–1102 of this article.

(b) In a prosecution for selling alcoholic beverages or tetrahydrocannabinol without an appropriate license, proof that the defendant displayed or offered alcoholic beverages or tetrahydrocannabinol for sale, or kept a place of business where alcoholic beverages or tetrahydrocannabinol were displayed or offered for sale, is prima facie evidence that the defendant sold alcoholic beverages or tetrahydrocannabinol.
Md. Code, Environment § 6-410 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 6 / Subtitle 4 / Section 6-410
§6–410.
Status: in_force

(a) To qualify for a license, a business entity or public unit shall meet the requirements of this section.

(b) Each employee or agent of the business entity or public unit who will come in contact with asbestos or who will be responsible for removal or encapsulation of asbestos shall:

(1) Be familiar with federal standards for asbestos removal and encapsulation; and

(2) Have completed a course of instruction on asbestos removal and encapsulation approved by the Department.

(c) The business entity or public unit shall demonstrate to the satisfaction of the Department that the business entity or public unit:

(1) Is capable of complying with all applicable standards of the United States Environmental Protection Agency, the United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and the Commissioner of Labor and Industry acting under the Maryland Occupational Safety and Health Act; and

(2) Has access to at least 1 approved asbestos disposal site for deposit of all asbestos waste that the business entity or public unit will generate during the term of the license.

(d) The business entity or public unit shall meet any other standards that the Department sets.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 6-702 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 6 / Subtitle 7 / Section 6-702
§6–702.
Status: in_force

A credit union is subject to the provisions of 12 C.F.R., Part 702 (Prompt Corrective Action) and 12 U.S.C. § 1790d (Net Worth Provisions).
Md. Code, Environment § 6-1601 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 6 / Subtitle 16 / Section 6-1601
§6–1601.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Class B fire–fighting foam” or “foam” means a foam designed for flammable liquid fire.

(c) “Intentionally added” means the act of deliberately using a chemical in the formation of a product where the chemical’s continued presence is desired in the product to provide a specific characteristic.

(d) “Personal protective equipment” means items designed, intended, or marketed to be worn by fire–fighting personnel in the performance of their fire and rescue activities, including jackets, pants, shoes, gloves, helmets, and respiratory equipment.

(e) “PFAS chemicals” means, when used in fire–fighting agents, fire–fighting equipment, food packaging, and rugs and carpets, a class of fluorinated organic chemicals that contain at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom, including perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances.

(f) “Rug or carpet” means a thick fabric used to cover a floor, including:

(1) Commercial or residential broadloom carpet; and

(2) A pad or an underlayment used in conjunction with a carpet.

(g) “Terminal” means:

(1) A bulk liquid storage facility exclusively engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of petroleum products, including liquefied petroleum gas, that contains at least one storage tank containing petroleum products with a surface area of 120 square meters or greater; or

(2) A facility engaged in the distribution of crude petroleum from extraction or processing facilities that includes at least one storage tank containing crude petroleum with a surface area of 120 square meters or greater.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 6-317 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 6 / Subtitle 3 / Section 6-317
§6–317.
Status: in_force

(a) A license holder or an employee of a license holder may not require, as a condition of sale of an alcoholic beverage for on–premises consumption, that an individual buy more than one bottle, container, or other serving of an alcoholic beverage at a time.

(b) The issuer of a license may revoke or suspend the license for a violation of this section.

(c) Instead of or in addition to suspending or revoking the license, a person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both for each offense.
Md. Code, Agriculture § 6-110 — MD Code / Article gag / Title 6 / Subtitle 1 / Section 6-110
§6–110.
Status: in_force

Each customer-formula feed or contract feed shall be labeled by invoice. The invoice, delivery ticket, or both shall accompany delivery, be supplied to the distributee at the time of delivery, and bear the following information:

(1) Name and address of the mixer;

(2) Name and address of the distributee;

(3) Date of distribution; and

(4) Number of pounds and name of each registered commercial feed used in the mixture and number of pounds and name of every other feed ingredient added.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 6-509 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 6 / Subtitle 5 / Section 6-509
§6–509.
Status: in_force

(a) The only persons liable under this section are:

(1) charitable organizations;

(2) charitable representatives; and

(3) officers, directors, partners, or trustees of charitable organizations or charitable representatives.

(b) Except as provided in subsection (d) of this section, a person who willfully fails to comply with a requirement of this title as to a charitable contribution made because of a charitable solicitation is liable to the donor of the charitable contribution for:

(1) actual damages that the donor sustains because of the failure;

(2) punitive damages that the court allows, not exceeding 3 times the actual damages; and

(3) reasonable attorney’s fees and costs of the action, if damages are awarded.

(c) Except as provided in subsection (d) of this section, a person who is grossly negligent in failing to comply with a requirement of this title as to a charitable contribution made because of a charitable solicitation is liable to the donor of the charitable contribution for:

(1) actual damages that the donor sustains because of the failure; and

(2) reasonable attorney’s fees and costs of the action, if damages are awarded.

(d) A person is not liable under this section if the person establishes by a preponderance of the evidence that, at the time of the failure to comply with a requirement under this title, the person followed reasonable procedures to comply.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 6-307 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 6 / Subtitle 3 / Section 6-307
§6–307.
Status: in_force

(a) A person who has applied to register as an associate solicitor, professional solicitor, or fund-raising counsel may act as such unless and until the Circuit Court for Anne Arundel County or other court of competent jurisdiction orders the applicant to stop.

(b) The Secretary of State has the burden of proof in any proceeding to restrain or enjoin a person from acting as an associate solicitor, professional solicitor, or fund-raising counsel.

(c) The Circuit Court for Anne Arundel County or other court of competent jurisdiction may order a person to stop acting as a fund-raising counsel, associate solicitor, or professional solicitor if the applicant:

(1) has not applied to register;

(2) has not applied to register in the appropriate category;

(3) has not met the registration requirements of the category for which the person has applied; or

(4) has otherwise violated the Maryland Charitable Solicitations Act.
Md. Code, Human Services § 6-405 — MD Code / Article ghu / Title 6 / Subtitle 4 / Section 6-405
§6–405.
Status: in_force

(a) When reviewing and awarding grants under this part, the Department shall consider:

(1) the equitable distribution of funds across all geographical regions of the State;

(2) the adequacy of existing distribution organizations in the region served or intended to be served by the applicant;

(3) the estimated population to be served by the applicant;

(4) the applicant’s level of experience in operating a distribution organization; and

(5) the amount of funding and other resources available to the applicant.

(b) (1) The Department may not release funds to a grantee under this part until the grantee establishes that the grantee has obtained matching resources or a commitment for matching resources that equals at least 50% of the grant amount.

(2) The matching resources may be in the form of cash or an in-kind equivalent acceptable to the Department.
Md. Code, State Government § 6-702 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 6 / Subtitle 7 / Section 6-702
§6–702.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) There is an Environmental and Natural Resources Crimes Unit of the Office of the Attorney General.

(2) The function of the Unit is to:

(i) investigate and prosecute cases against persons that violate State criminal environmental and natural resources laws; and

(ii) investigate and prosecute any other criminal offense discovered in the course of an investigation under this subtitle.

(3) In conducting an investigation and prosecuting cases under this subtitle, the Unit may act with the full powers, rights, privileges, and duties of a State’s Attorney, including the use of a grand jury in any county.

(b) (1) The Unit shall include:

(i) a full–time Chief Counsel of Environmental and Natural Resources Crimes; and

(ii) staff, including assistant attorneys general, investigators, and administrators, as provided in the State budget.

(2) Salaries of the Chief Counsel and staff, and expenses for rent, travel, equipment, supplies, and general operating expenses necessary for the work of the Unit shall be as provided in the State budget.

(3) In cooperation with the Secretary of Budget and Management, the Attorney General shall set minimum salaries, qualifications, and standards of training and experience for positions within the Unit.

(c) The Unit shall investigate and prosecute the State’s criminal environmental and natural resource laws.

(d) On or before November 30 each year, the Attorney General shall report to the Governor, and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of this article, the General Assembly on all the activities of the Unit and any actions taken by the Department of the Environment or the Department of Natural Resources in response to findings and recommendations of the Unit.
Md. Code, Education § 6-1105 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 6 / Subtitle 11 / Section 6-1105
§6–1105.
Status: reserved

(a) (1) There is an Academic Excellence Fund.

(2) The purpose of the Fund is to provide grants to address critical academic needs in schools, particularly those identified as low–performing.

(3) The Department shall administer the Fund.

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

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

(5) (i) The Fund consists of:

1. Money appropriated in the State budget to the Fund; and

2. Any other money from any other source accepted for the benefit of the Fund.

(ii) Money from the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Fund established under § 5–206 of this article may not be transferred into the Fund.

(6) The Fund may be used only for grants to county boards, institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations, or other entities for the following purposes:

(i) Contracts with vendors to provide services;

(ii) Training and workshops;

(iii) Program implementation;

(iv) Administrative costs of the Program;

(v) Program evaluation and reporting; and

(vi) Any other costs approved by the Department.

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

(ii) Any interest earnings of the Fund shall be credited to the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Fund under § 5–206 of this article.

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

(b) Each year, the Department shall collect the following data:

(1) The total amount of money disbursed from the Fund, disaggregated by county; and

(2) The total number of schools served by the Fund.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 6-612 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 6 / Subtitle 6 / Section 6-612
§6–612.
Status: in_force

A person may not continue to solicit charitable contributions for a charitable organization after the contract between the person and the charitable organization is canceled.
Md. Code, Environment § 6-904 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 6 / Subtitle 9 / Section 6-904
§6–904.
Status: in_force

The General Assembly finds that:

(1) Mercury is a persistent and toxic pollutant that bioaccumulates in the environment;

(2) Consumption of mercury–contaminated fish poses a significant health threat;

(3) Combustion of municipal and other solid waste is a source of mercury pollution;

(4) Both industry and government are working to reduce the content of mercury in products and to control the release of mercury into the environment;

(5) Accidental mercury spills, breakages, and releases have occurred at schools in the United States, exposing students, teachers, and administrators to mercury emissions; and

(6) Removal of mercury and mercury–containing products from the waste stream prior to combustion or disposal is an effective way to reduce mercury pollution.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 6-315 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 6 / Subtitle 3 / Section 6-315
§6–315.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, an alcoholic beverage is presumed to be an illicit alcoholic beverage if it is found in a container that does not have a regular label that:

(1) describes the true contents of the container; and

(2) states the true name of the importer, manufacturer, bottler, or rectifier.

(b) The presumption under subsection (a) of this section does not apply to an alcoholic beverage found in:

(1) a drinking glass or other similar open container for drinking purposes;

(2) a home–type decanter found in a house or a punch bowl or similar receptacle if the circumstances indicate that the alcoholic beverage is for on–premises consumption and is not for sale; or

(3) a container possessed by a retail license holder when the alcoholic beverage is premixed for lawful sale and consumption.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 6-306 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 6 / Subtitle 3 / Section 6-306
§6–306.
Status: in_force

The establishment of the following facts by a seller of alcoholic beverages to an underage individual is prima facie evidence of innocence and a defense to a prosecution for serving alcoholic beverages to an underage individual:

(1) the purchaser falsely represented in writing and supported with other documentary evidence that the purchaser was of legal age to purchase alcoholic beverages;

(2) on the basis of the appearance of the purchaser, an ordinary and prudent individual would believe the purchaser to be of legal age to purchase alcoholic beverages; and

(3) the sale was made in good faith and in reliance on the written representation and appearance of the purchaser.
Md. Code, Public Utilities § 6-304 — MD Code / Article gpu / Title 6 / Subtitle 3 / Section 6-304
§6–304.
Status: in_force

(a) On agreement by both the acquiring entity and the selling utility, the fair market value of the selling utility shall be determined in accordance with this section.

(b) The acquiring entity and the selling utility shall each be responsible for hiring a utility valuation expert to conduct an appraisal of the selling utility to determine the fair market value of the selling utility.

(c) Each utility valuation appraisal shall be completed in accordance with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice.

(d) (1) The acquiring entity and the selling utility shall engage the services of the same licensed engineer to conduct an assessment of the tangible assets of the selling utility.

(2) The assessment shall be incorporated into the appraisals under subsection (c) of this section.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 6-110 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 6 / Subtitle 1 / Section 6-110
§6–110.
Status: in_force

A person who fails to comply with or violates any provision of this title is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or both.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 6-607 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 6 / Subtitle 6 / Section 6-607
§6–607.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to the provisions of subsection (b) of this section, a credit union may participate with a depository financial institution or a credit union service organization for purposes of making a loan to a credit union member in accordance with the lending policies of the board.

(b) A credit union may participate in a loan under subsection (a) of this section provided that the credit union that originates the loan retains an interest of at least 10% of the face amount of the loan.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 6-108 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 6 / Subtitle 1 / Section 6-108
§6–108.
Status: in_force

(a) An officer seizing the following items shall, only to the extent necessary, immediately make them unfit for unlawful use:

(1) an unlicensed distillery or unlawful distillery materials, equipment, or devices that are seized in a manner that renders them impractical or impossible to move to a safe place of custody and storage; and

(2) illicit alcoholic beverages other than those seized for evidence or forfeiture.

(b) The officer shall report the seizure and destruction conducted under this section to the Executive Director.
Md. Code, Estates and Trusts § 6-204 — MD Code / Article get / Title 6 / Subtitle 2 / Section 6-204
§6–204.
Status: in_force

Unless the will otherwise provides:

(1) Every power exercisable by copersonal representatives may be exercised by the survivors or survivor of them when the appointment of one is terminated; and

(2) Where one of two or more nominated as copersonal representatives is not appointed, those appointed may exercise all the powers incident to the office.
Md. Code, Human Services § 6-707 — MD Code / Article ghu / Title 6 / Subtitle 7 / Section 6-707
§6–707.
Status: in_force

All executive units of the State shall cooperate with the Department to implement the regulations and policies of the Program.
Md. Code, Transportation § 6-602 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 6 / Subtitle 6 / Section 6-602
§6–602.
Status: in_force

Except as otherwise provided in this title, any person who violates any provision of this title or of any rule or regulation adopted by the Administration is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $500 or imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or both.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 6-107 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 6 / Subtitle 1 / Section 6-107
§6–107.
Status: in_force

(a) A person may not threaten verbally or in writing to:

(1) set fire to or burn a structure; or

(2) explode a destructive device, as defined in § 4-501 of this article, in, on, or under a structure.

(b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 10 years or a fine not exceeding $10,000 or both.
Md. Code, State Finance and Procurement § 6-223 — MD Code / Article gsf / Title 6 / Subtitle 2 / Section 6-223
§6–223.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as otherwise prohibited by law, the Treasurer may invest or reinvest, in a deposit with a financial institution in the State, unexpended or surplus money over which the Treasurer has custody if:

(1) the deposit is interest bearing; and

(2) as provided for a depositary for State money:

(i) the financial institution provides collateral that has a market value that equals or exceeds the amount by which a deposit exceeds the deposit insurance; and

(ii) a custodian holds the collateral.

(b) The Treasurer may sell, redeem, or exchange an investment or reinvestment made under this section.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 6-508 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 6 / Subtitle 5 / Section 6-508
§6–508.
Status: in_force

Charitable organizations and charitable representatives and the directors, officers, partners, and trustees of charitable organizations and charitable representatives are fiduciaries as to the charitable contributions they collect or spend.
Md. Code, Agriculture § 6-307 — MD Code / Article gag / Title 6 / Subtitle 3 / Section 6-307
§6–307.
Status: in_force

(a) Any agricultural liming material or gypsum distributed in the State shall have attached to it or be accompanied by an invoice as provided in § 6–308 of this subtitle bearing a plainly printed statement giving the following information:

(1) Name of the manufacturer or importer, and the address of the manufacturer’s or importer’s principal office;

(2) Name of the place where manufactured;

(3) Brand or trade name of the material;

(4) Name of the form of the material;

(5) Net weight, if the material is sold in a package;

(6) If in a ground or powdered form, fineness of the material showing the percentage passing the 20 mesh sieve, the 60 mesh sieve, and the 100 mesh sieve;

(7) Minimum percent of calcium or magnesium expressed in either the elemental form or as calcium oxide (CaO) or magnesium oxide (MgO), and, in the case of gypsum, the minimum percent of calcium sulfate (CaSO4);

(8) With respect to all burned forms of liming materials, including mixtures of burned and unburned liming materials, a statement of the total percent of calcium and magnesium expressed in either the elemental form or as calcium oxide (CaO) or magnesium oxide (MgO).

(b) The information given in the statement is the manufacturer’s or importer’s guarantee that the product to which it refers is of the kind and quantity or composition and fineness indicated in the statement.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 6-307 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 6 / Subtitle 3 / Section 6-307
§6–307.
Status: in_force

(a) Unless the Board agrees to accept the surrender of a license or registration of a licensed massage therapist or registered massage practitioner, a licensed massage therapist or registered massage practitioner may not surrender the license or registration nor may the license or registration lapse by operation of law while a licensed massage therapist or registered massage practitioner is under investigation or while charges are pending against the licensed massage therapist or registered massage practitioner.

(b) The Board may set conditions on its agreement with the licensed massage therapist or registered massage practitioner under investigation or against whom charges are pending to accept surrender of the license or registration.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 6-307 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 6 / Subtitle 3 / Section 6-307
§6–307.
Status: in_force

(a) A person may not:

(1) sell or possess a stolen:

(i) manufactured serial number; or

(ii) vehicle identification plate or label; or

(2) possess a manufactured serial number or vehicle identification plate or label if the person intends it to be:

(i) affixed to stolen property; or

(ii) used for fraudulent purposes.

(b) A person who violates a provision of this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 18 months or a fine not exceeding $500 or both for each violation.
Md. Code, Local Government § 6-105 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 6 / Subtitle 1 / Section 6-105
§6–105.
Status: in_force

(a) If a citation is served without a summons, the defendant may elect to stand trial for the municipal infraction by providing written notice of intent to stand trial to the municipality at least 5 days before the payment date specified in the citation.

(b) (1) After receiving the written notice of intention to stand trial, the municipality shall forward a copy of the citation and notice to the District Court having venue.

(2) After receiving the citation and notice, the District Court shall:

(i) schedule the case for trial; and

(ii) notify the defendant of the trial date.
Md. Code, Transportation § 6-410 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 6 / Subtitle 4 / Section 6-410
§6–410.
Status: in_force

Except as expressly provided in an agreement made under § 6-407 of this subtitle, §§ 6-406 through 6-410 of this subtitle may not interfere with or impede the exercise by the Mayor and City Council of Baltimore of any of its rights, privileges, or powers under those provisions of the Charter or Public Local Laws of Baltimore City referred to in § 6-407 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Housing and Community Development § 6-405 — MD Code / Article ghs / Title 6 / Subtitle 4 / Section 6-405
§6–405.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) For each fiscal year, a nonprofit organization may submit to the Department, for approval under the Neighborhood and Community Assistance Program, a proposal for a project to provide services to a priority funding area.

(2) The project may include:

(i) community services, including child care and recreational services;

(ii) redevelopment assistance;

(iii) job training for individuals whose incomes do not exceed the upper income limits that the Secretary sets under § 4–212 of this article;

(iv) education; and

(v) crime prevention.

(b) A proposal under this section shall include:

(1) the project to be conducted;

(2) the priority funding area that will benefit from the project;

(3) a description of the applicant’s experience and capabilities;

(4) the estimated costs of the project;

(5) a description of the plans for implementing the project; and

(6) any other information that the Department determines is necessary.

(c) (1) The Department shall provide written notice to the political subdivision in which the proposed project is located.

(2) Except as provided in paragraph (4) of this subsection, the Department may not approve a proposal submitted under this section unless the proposal is approved by the governing body or authorized designee of:

(i) each county that includes any of the priority funding area that benefits from the project, if the project is not in a municipal corporation;

(ii) each municipal corporation that includes any of the priority funding area that benefits from the project; or

(iii) each political subdivision that includes any of the priority funding area that benefits from the project, if the priority funding area is partly within and partly outside of any municipal corporation.

(3) An approval shall:

(i) be in writing; and

(ii) state the maximum amount of contributions to the approved project that are eligible for a tax credit under § 6–404 of this subtitle.

(4) If the Department does not receive notice of approval or denial of an application from the affected jurisdictions within 45 days after notice of the proposed project is given in accordance with paragraph (1) of this subsection, the Department may approve the application.

(5) The sum of contributions eligible for a tax credit under § 6–404 of this subtitle for all approved projects for a fiscal year may not exceed $3,500,000.

(d) In approving or disapproving a proposal and in determining the maximum amount of contributions eligible for tax credits under § 6–404 of this subtitle, the Department:

(1) shall consider:

(i) the need for the project in relation to the need for other proposed projects;

(ii) the anticipated benefit to the priority funding area;

(iii) the capacity of the applicant to raise money for the project;

(iv) the readiness of the applicant to proceed with the project;

(v) the ability of the applicant to complete the project as proposed;

(vi) the geographic distribution of projects; and

(vii) any other relevant factors;

(2) may give preference to a proposal that benefits:

(i) a sustainable community under § 6–305 of this title; or

(ii) a neighborhood conservation district that is locally designated in coordination with the Department’s Neighborhood and Community Assistance Program;

(3) may request data and assistance from other units of the State; and

(4) shall apportion among all approved projects the limit imposed by subsection (c)(5) of this section.
Md. Code, Education § 6-302 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 6 / Subtitle 3 / Section 6-302
§6–302.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section, an individual who is employed as a teacher, librarian, principal, director of education, or supervisor of vocational education on the staffs of the following institutions or in the following programs, or an individual who is employed as a central office director, superintendent, specialist, or coordinator of education for the following institutions or programs, shall be paid the annual salary determined under subsection (b) of this section:

(1) Any institution that is under the jurisdiction of:

(i) The Department of Juvenile Services;

(ii) The Maryland Department of Health; or

(iii) The Juvenile Services Education County Pilot Program in the Department;

(2) Any vocational rehabilitation program operated by the State Department of Education; and

(3) Any correctional education program operated by the Maryland Department of Labor in a facility of the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services.

(b) (1) There shall be a single, statewide institutional educator pay plan for the positions described under subsection (a) of this section. The pay plan shall be established by the Department of Budget and Management as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection.

(2) In establishing and administering the pay plan, the Secretary of Budget and Management on an annual basis shall review the salaries of public school teachers, librarians, and administrators in the six jurisdictions with the highest number of institutional educator positions and shall recommend salaries at levels that will be adequate to recruit and retain qualified institutional educators. The pay plan shall include classifications and pay grades based on the duties, responsibilities, education, and training required. The Secretary’s recommendations shall be made by December 1 of each year for implementation on July 1 of the following fiscal year.

(3) The Secretary of Budget and Management shall submit any recommendations to the Governor for approval.

(c) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, an individual in a position described under subsection (a) of this section at an institution that is under the jurisdiction of the Juvenile Services Education County Pilot Program in the Department may be employed or contracted to provide education services for a 10–month or 2–month period with a salary commensurate with the period of employment.
Md. Code, Agriculture § 6-219 — MD Code / Article gag / Title 6 / Subtitle 2 / Section 6-219
§6–219.
Status: in_force

(a) To determine the commercial value to be applied in subsection (b) of this section, the Secretary shall determine and publish annually the values per pound of nitrogen, available phosphate, soluble potash and other plant nutrients in commercial fertilizers in the State as determined by the Secretary.

(b) If an official analysis of a lot shows that a commercial fertilizer is deficient in a guaranteed primary plant nutrient, that is nitrogen, available phosphate, and soluble potash, beyond the investigational allowance as established by rule or regulation, the Secretary shall assess against the registrant a penalty of three times the commercial value of the deficiency in the lot analyzed if the deficiency is confirmed in a hearing before him.

(c) The Secretary shall evaluate other deficiencies or excesses beyond the investigational allowance established by rule or regulation in any other constituent covered under § 6–201(l) of this subtitle which the registrant is required to or may guarantee, and he shall prescribe the penalty for any deficiency or excess.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 6-201 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 6 / Subtitle 2 / Section 6-201
§6–201.
Status: in_force

In this part, “Commission” means the State Commission on Criminal Sentencing Policy.
Md. Code, Agriculture § 6-102 — MD Code / Article gag / Title 6 / Subtitle 1 / Section 6-102
§6–102.
Status: in_force

The State Chemist shall administer the provisions of this subtitle subject to the supervision of the Secretary.
Md. Code, State Personnel and Pensions § 6-305 — MD Code / Article gsp / Title 6 / Subtitle 3 / Section 6-305
§6–305.
Status: in_force

The State Personnel Management System includes any other position that is specified by law to be in the skilled service, professional service, management service, executive service, or otherwise in the State Personnel Management System.
Md. Code, State Finance and Procurement § 6-206 — MD Code / Article gsf / Title 6 / Subtitle 2 / Section 6-206
§6–206.
Status: in_force

The Treasurer may not designate a financial institution or a foreign institution as a depositary unless the Governor approves the designation.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 6-109 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 6 / Subtitle 1 / Section 6-109
§6–109.
Status: in_force

(a) “Equipment” includes a crane, derrick, pile driver, power shovel, trimming rig, or similar apparatus.

(b) This section applies to any equipment if all or any part of the equipment may be used near any high voltage line.

(c) The owner, lessee, or user of any equipment to which this section applies shall become acquainted and acquaint its employees with this title and regulations adopted to carry out this title.

(d) (1) The owner, lessee, or user of any equipment to which this section applies shall keep a warning sign posted:

(i) on the equipment in clear view of its operator while at the controls of the equipment;

(ii) on the outside of the equipment in clear view of each individual helping the operator from outside of the equipment; and

(iii) on the boom of each crane or derrick so that, when the boom is raised, the sign is at the eye level of the operator.

(2) Each sign shall state, in lettering that is legible from a distance of at least 12 feet: “Unlawful to operate this equipment within 10 feet of any electric wire”.

(3) Each sign shall be permanent and weather resistant.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 6-106 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 6 / Subtitle 1 / Section 6-106
§6–106.
Status: in_force

If any part of an individual or object will come within 10 feet of a high voltage line while performing the activity, a person shall comply with § 6-107 of this title before the person may perform, or require or allow an employee to perform, any of the following activities:

(1) moving all or any part of a building or other structure;

(2) trimming a tree or doing any similar activity; or

(3) erecting, operating, storing, transporting, or otherwise handling any object, including:

(i) an antenna;

(ii) an antenna support;

(iii) equipment;

(iv) a flagpole;

(v) machinery;

(vi) material;

(vii) tools; or

(viii) other apparatus.
Md. Code, Public Utilities § 6-202 — MD Code / Article gpu / Title 6 / Subtitle 2 / Section 6-202
§6–202.
Status: in_force

(a) The Commission may classify the public service companies under its jurisdiction.

(b) Two public service companies are of the same class, if they are both:

(1) common carrier companies;

(2) electric companies;

(3) gas companies;

(4) gas and electric companies;

(5) sewage disposal companies;

(6) telegraph companies;

(7) telephone companies; or

(8) water companies.
Md. Code, Agriculture § 6-214 — MD Code / Article gag / Title 6 / Subtitle 2 / Section 6-214
§6–214.
Status: in_force

(a) The Secretary may issue and enforce a written stop-sale order to the registrant, owner, custodian, or distributor of any fertilizer or soil conditioner that the Secretary finds is in violation of any provision of this subtitle or regulation under this subtitle, or has been found by federal or State authorities to cause unreasonable adverse effects to humans, animals, plants, or the environment.

(b) The order prohibits sale or distribution of the fertilizer or soil conditioner until the Secretary:

(1) Has evidence that the product is in compliance with the law; and

(2) Provides a written release from the stop-sale order.

(c) The Secretary may petition the circuit court of the county in which the commercial fertilizer or soil conditioner is located, if the fertilizer is located there, to seize any lot of commercial fertilizer or soil conditioner not in compliance with this subtitle. If the court finds the material to be in violation of the provisions of this subtitle and orders condemnation of the commercial fertilizer or soil conditioner, the material shall be disposed of in any manner consistent with the quality of the commercial fertilizer or soil conditioner and the laws of the State. The court may not dispose of the material without first giving the claimant an opportunity to apply to the court for release of it or for permission to process or relabel it so that it complies with the provisions of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Education § 6-109 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 6 / Subtitle 1 / Section 6-109
§6–109.
Status: in_force

(a) A county superintendent and any other employee of a county board who handles funds of the school system shall give bond to secure the interests of the State and the county board as their interests may appear in the penal sum required by the county board.

(b) (1) The bond shall have the security of any guaranty, deposit, trust, or other similar company authorized under the laws of this State to act in this capacity.

(2) The cost or fee for this security shall be paid by the county board.

(3) The executed bond shall be filed with the State Comptroller.

(c) The bond shall contain provisions that the employee shall perform faithfully the duties of the employee’s office and pay over and apply all money that comes into the employee’s possession or control to the person and in the manner that the county board, under the provisions of this article, directs.

(d) (1) The requirements in subsection (a) of this section may be satisfied by the purchase of surety insurance or surety self-insurance provided by a pool established under Title 19, Subtitle 6 of the Insurance Article.

(2) The surety insurance or self-insurance shall be in an amount required by the county board.
Md. Code, Estates and Trusts § 6-308 — MD Code / Article get / Title 6 / Subtitle 3 / Section 6-308
§6–308.
Status: in_force

(a) A personal representative whose appointment is terminated may receive for the personal representative’s services the compensation awarded by the court at the time of the termination of the personal representative’s appointment.

(b) The compensation awarded by the court may not exceed an appropriate proportion of the statutory limit allowable under § 7–601 of this article.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 6-329 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 6 / Subtitle 3 / Section 6-329
§6–329.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) A person may not remove or destroy or cause to be removed or destroyed property that has been seized under:

(i) this article; or

(ii) the provisions of the Tax – General Article relating to the tax on alcoholic beverages.

(2) A person may not prevent or attempt to prevent the seizure of property by:

(i) pouring out the contents of the property;

(ii) breaking or destroying the property;

(iii) removing the property from the premises; or

(iv) otherwise disposing of the property.

(b) When a premises, place, or thing is being searched or about to be searched, any fluid poured out or otherwise disposed of by a person in violation of subsection (a) of this section is prima facie evidence that the fluid is an alcoholic beverage and intended for sale or other use in violation of this article or the Tax – General Article.
Md. Code, Tax - Property § 6-101 — MD Code / Article gtp / Title 6 / Subtitle 1 / Section 6-101
§6–101.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Except as otherwise provided in this article, all property located in this State is subject to assessment and property tax and is taxable to the owner of the property.

(2) Property subject to assessment and tax under this article includes property owned or leased by the United States or any agency or department of the United States, to the fullest extent possible under the Constitution of the United States and the laws of the United States.

(b) Intangible personal property is not subject to assessment and property tax.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 6-321 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 6 / Subtitle 3 / Section 6-321
§6–321.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) When a county or municipal corporation that requires a local license initiates a disciplinary action against a licensed master electrician, the county or municipal corporation shall report the disciplinary action to the State Board within 30 days of commencement of the action.

(2) When the State Board receives notice of a local disciplinary action against a licensed electrician, the State Board shall provide notice of the disciplinary action to each local licensing jurisdiction.

(b) Each local jurisdiction that registers electricians under § 6–603 of this title shall submit a report to the State Board on the number of complaints against electricians registered in the local jurisdiction on or before December 1 of each year.
Md. Code, Education § 6-101 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 6 / Subtitle 1 / Section 6-101
§6–101.
Status: in_force

Unless an individual is eligible to be issued a certificate by the State Superintendent, an individual may not be employed as a county superintendent, assistant superintendent, supervisor, principal, or teacher.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 6-319 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 6 / Subtitle 3 / Section 6-319
§6–319.
Status: in_force

(a) An abatement order directed to the occupant of the premises shall be served within 5 days after the order is issued:

(1) by delivering a true copy of the order to the occupant or to an adult who is apparently in charge of the premises; or

(2) if no occupant or adult is found on the premises:

(i) by posting a true copy of the order in a conspicuous place on the door or other prominent entrance to the premises; and

(ii) 1. by mailing a copy of the order by certified mail, return receipt requested, to the occupant at the occupant’s last known address; or

2. if the address of the occupant is not known, by mailing a copy of the order by certified mail, return receipt requested, to the occupant in care of general delivery at the post office that serves the community where the premises are located.

(b) An abatement order directed to the owner of the premises shall be served within 5 days after the order is issued:

(1) by delivering a true copy of the order to the owner; or

(2) if the owner is absent from the State or the owner’s whereabouts are unknown to the State Fire Marshal:

(i) by posting a true copy of the order in a conspicuous place on the door or other prominent entrance to the premises; and

(ii) 1. by mailing a copy of the order by certified mail, return receipt requested, to the owner at the owner’s last known address; or

2. if the address of the owner is not known, by mailing a copy of the order by certified mail, return receipt requested, to the owner in care of general delivery at the post office that serves the community where the premises are located.
Md. Code, Courts and Judicial Proceedings § 6-410 — MD Code / Article gcj / Title 6 / Subtitle 4 / Section 6-410
§6–410.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Custodian” has the meaning stated in § 4–101(d) of the General Provisions Article.

(3) “Public record” has the meaning stated in § 4–101(j) of the General Provisions Article.

(b) If the custodian of public records is not known and cannot be ascertained after a reasonable effort by a party in a legal proceeding, the party may request a court to issue a subpoena for the custodian of public records to be served on:

(1) A resident agent designated under § 1–1301 of the Local Government Article for service on a local entity;

(2) A resident agent designated under § 6–109 of the State Government Article for service on a State agency that is not represented by the Attorney General; or

(3) The Attorney General or an individual designated by the Attorney General as provided under the Maryland Rules for service on a State agency that is represented by the Attorney General.

(c) Service of a subpoena under this section is equivalent to personal service on a custodian of public records.

(d) The Court of Appeals may adopt rules to implement the provisions of this section.
Md. Code, General Provisions § 6-203 — MD Code / Article ggp / Title 6 / Subtitle 2 / Section 6-203
§6–203.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section, and for as long as the United States shall own the land, the State cedes exclusive jurisdiction to the United States over all that certain tract or parcel of land situate in Anne Arundel County, being a portion of the Fort George G. Meade Military Reservation, lands owned by the United States as designated by Tract Numbers 170–1, 171, 172, and 174, comprising approximately 265 acres and hereinafter referred to by the tract number and more particularly bounded and described as follows:

Beginning at concrete monument number 77 in the Fort George G. Meade Military Reservation boundary line, being an original corner of the Fort George G. Meade Military Reservation boundary line, said corner being common to Tract Number 170–1 and the original reservation, both being lands of said Military Reservation owned by the United States; thence crossing said Military Reservation by running and binding along the original Military Reservation line, said line common to the easterly line of said Tract Number 170–1 the following 16 courses:

(i) south 05 degrees 48 minutes 40 seconds west 665.51 feet,

(ii) south 21 degrees 08 minutes 19 seconds west 1,586.36 feet,

(iii) south 61 degrees 34 minutes 06 seconds west 784.82 feet,

(iv) south 61 degrees 45 minutes 24 seconds west 243.08 feet,

(v) south 17 degrees 49 minutes 32 seconds east 377.50 feet,

(vi) south 72 degrees 10 minutes 13 seconds west, passing concrete monument number 65 at 300.00 feet, in all 849.95 feet to concrete monument number 64,

(vii) south 18 degrees 03 minutes 44 seconds east 100.16 feet, to concrete monument number 63,

(viii) south 73 degrees 03 minutes 24 seconds west 246.48 feet,

(ix) south 53 degrees 53 minutes 26 seconds east 108.71 feet, to concrete monument number 61,

(x) south 29 degrees 19 minutes 41 seconds west 198.24 feet, to concrete monument number 60,

(xi) south 44 degrees 57 minutes 02 seconds west 1,201.77 feet, to concrete monument number 58,

(xii) north 61 degrees 38 minutes 35 seconds west 148.49 feet, to concrete monument number 57,

(xiii) south 42 degrees 41 minutes 45 seconds west 1,087.75 feet,

(xiv) south 59 degrees 02 minutes 46 seconds west 619.72 feet,

(xv) south 36 degrees 20 minutes 02 seconds west 453.33 feet, to concrete monument number 54,

(xvi) south 46 degrees 48 minutes 10 seconds west 136.61 feet, to an iron pipe located in the northern right–of–way line of State Route 32; thence leaving said original Military Reservation line of Fort George G. Meade and running and binding along the Fort George G. Meade Military Reservation boundary line being the southerly line of said Tract Number 170–1, and said northerly road right–of–way,

North 24 degrees 40 minutes 07 seconds west 1,027.36 feet, to a corner common to said northern road right–of–way line of State Route 32 and the easterly right–of–way line of Colony Seven Road;

Thence continuing along said Military Reservation boundary line, being a portion of the westerly line of said Tract Number 170–1, and leaving said State Route 32 northern right–of–way line and running and binding along said Colony Seven Road easterly right–of–way line the following two courses and distances:

(i) north 05 degrees 08 minutes 30 seconds east 93.49 feet,

(ii) north 37 degrees 00 minutes 50 seconds east 408.54 feet;

Thence leaving said Colony Seven Road easterly right–of–way line and continuing running and binding along said Military Reservation boundary line and said westerly line of Tract Number 170–1 the following two courses and distances:

(i) north 15 degrees 08 minutes 34 seconds east 505.57 feet,

(ii) north 49 degrees 50 minutes 53 seconds east 478.74 feet to a point in the easterly right–of–way line of State Route 295, commonly known as the Baltimore–Washington Parkway, said point being a corner common to Tract Numbers 170–1 and 174 of said Military Reservation;

Thence continuing running and binding along said Military Reservation boundary line being common to the westerly lines of said Tract Numbers 170–1 and 174 and said Parkway easterly right–of–way line the following nine courses and distances:

(i) north 49 degrees 42 minutes 59 seconds east 311.11 feet,

(ii) north 47 degrees 19 minutes 55 seconds east 1,441.09 feet,

(iii) north 47 degrees 23 minutes 45 seconds east 290.05 feet,

(iv) north 45 degrees 09 minutes 58 seconds east, crossing the center line of the old Severn–Annapolis Junction Road at 27.00 feet, in all 220.64 feet,

(v) north 36 degrees 46 minutes 58 seconds east 319.80 feet,

(vi) south 63 degrees 38 minutes 32 seconds east 200.28 feet,

(vii) north 25 degrees 51 minutes 09 seconds east 997.62 feet,

(viii) north 30 degrees 20 minutes 54 seconds east 1,542.06 feet,

(ix) north 29 degrees 35 minutes 54 seconds east 1,721.68 feet;

Thence leaving said Parkway easterly right–of–way line and continuing running and binding along said Military Reservation boundary line being common to the northerly and easterly lines of said Tract Number 170–1 the following six courses and distances:

(i) south 50 degrees 05 minutes 05 seconds east 87.89 feet,

(ii) north 86 degrees 29 minutes 26 seconds east 123.40 feet,

(iii) south 04 degrees 51 minutes 50 seconds east 635.41 feet,

(iv) south 75 degrees 17 minutes 41 seconds east 86.63 feet,

(v) south 02 degrees 22 minutes 05 seconds east 866.38 feet,

(vi) north 88 degrees 17 minutes 30 seconds east 278.48 feet to the point of beginning, containing 265.45 acres, more or less.

(2) The bearings used are referenced to the Maryland State Plane Coordinate System, 1927 North American Datum.

(b) It is the intent that the description in subsection (a) of this section include all the same lands acquired by the United States and as filed and recorded in the land records of Anne Arundel County for the following four tracts:

(1) Tracts 170–1 and 170–2 – by declaration of taking, civil number WN 87–2810, filed October 19, 1987;

(2) Tract 171 – from John Cronmiller, et al., by deed dated August 22, 1988, Deed Book 4676, page 779;

(3) Tract 172 – from Nancy V. Allan and Alexander V. Allan, by deed dated February 23, 1988, Deed Book 4555, page 846; and

(4) Tract 174 – From Colony 7 Motor Inn Limited Partnership, Party of the First Part, and Arthur C. Grant, Frieda C. Grant, William A. Grant, Harold Pollin, Elaine Korn, and Richard Pollin, Trustees and Nominees of Colony 7 Motor Inn Limited Partnership I, by deed dated July 11, 1980, Deed Book 5129, page 168.

(c) Notwithstanding the grant of exclusive jurisdiction ceded by the State under subsection (a) of this section, the State retains the right to:

(1) serve all civil and criminal process of the courts of the State; and

(2) enforce and ensure compliance with all applicable environmental and Public Service Commission laws and regulations.
Md. Code, Environment § 6-907 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 6 / Subtitle 9 / Section 6-907
§6–907.
Status: in_force

(a) The Department shall implement a public education, outreach, and assistance program relating to:

(1) The hazards of mercury;

(2) The requirements of this subtitle; and

(3) Voluntary efforts that individuals, institutions, and businesses can undertake to help further reduce mercury in the environment.

(b) The Department shall cooperate with neighboring states and regional organizations in the mid-Atlantic and northeastern United States on developing outreach, assistance, and education programs, where appropriate.
Md. Code, Environment § 6-1001 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 6 / Subtitle 10 / Section 6-1001
§6–1001.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Abatement” means a set of measures that eliminate or reduce lead–based paint hazards in residential, public, or commercial buildings, bridges, or other structures or superstructures in accordance with standards established by the Department which may include:

(1) The removal of lead–based paint and lead–contaminated dust, the containment or encapsulation of lead–based paint, the replacement or demolition of lead–painted surfaces or fixtures, and the removal or covering of lead–contaminated soil;

(2) All preparation, cleanup, disposal, and postabatement clearance testing activities associated with these measures; and

(3) The renovation, repair, and painting of a lead–containing substance in a residential, public, or commercial building built before 1978.

(c) “Lead containing substance” means:

(1) Any paint, plaster, or surface encapsulation material containing more than 0.50 percent lead by weight calculated as lead metal in the dried solid or more than 0.7 milligrams lead per square centimeter as measured by an X-ray fluorescence analyzer; or

(2) Such other standards consistent with an applicable federal definition as the Department may set by regulation.

(d) “Person” includes any public or municipal corporation, or any agency, bureau, department, or instrumentality of federal, State, or local government.

(e) “Provide lead paint abatement services” means to engage in the risk assessment, inspection, or abatement of lead-containing substances.
Md. Code, Environment § 6-815 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 6 / Subtitle 8 / Section 6-815
§6–815.
Status: in_force

(a) No later than the first change in occupancy in an affected property that occurs on or after February 24, 1996, before the next tenant occupies the property, an owner of an affected property shall initially satisfy the risk reduction standard established under this subtitle by passing the test for lead–contaminated dust under § 6–816 of this subtitle provided that any chipping, peeling, or flaking paint has been removed or repainted on:

(1) The exterior painted surfaces of the residential building in which the rental dwelling unit is located; and

(2) The interior painted surfaces of the rental dwelling unit.

(b) At each change in occupancy thereafter, before the next tenant occupies the property, the owner of an affected property shall satisfy the risk reduction standard established under this subtitle by passing the test for lead–contaminated dust under § 6–816 of this subtitle in accordance with subsection (a) of this section.

(c) At each change in occupancy, an owner of an affected property shall have the property inspected to verify that the risk reduction standard specified in this section has been satisfied.

(d) (1) Exterior work required to satisfy the risk reduction standard may be delayed, pursuant to a waiver approved by the appropriate person under paragraph (2) of this subsection, during any time period in which exterior work is not required to be performed under an applicable local housing code or, if no such time period is specified, during the period from November 1 through April 1, inclusive.

(2) A waiver under paragraph (1) of this subsection may be approved by the code official for enforcement of the housing code or minimum livability code of the local jurisdiction, or, if there is no such official, the Department of Housing and Community Development.

(3) Notwithstanding the terms of the waiver, all work delayed in accordance with paragraph (1) of this subsection shall be completed within 30 days after the end of the applicable time period.

(4) Any delay allowed under paragraph (1) of this subsection may not affect the obligation of the owner to complete all other components of the risk reduction standard and to have those components inspected and verified.

(5) If the owner has complied with the requirements of paragraph (4) of this subsection, the owner may rent the affected property during any period of delay allowed under paragraph (1) of this subsection.

(e) On request of a local jurisdiction, the Secretary may designate the code official for enforcement of the housing code or minimum livability code for the local jurisdiction, or an appropriate employee of the local jurisdiction, to conduct inspections under this subtitle.
Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 6-806 — MD Code / Article gfi / Title 6 / Subtitle 8 / Section 6-806
§6–806.
Status: in_force

With the approval of the Commissioner, a credit union may purchase the assets or assume the liabilities of another credit union whether or not the credit unions have the same field of membership type, if:

(1) The other credit union is insolvent or likely to become insolvent;

(2) The purchase or assumption is in the best interest of the membership of the other credit union; and

(3) The purchase or assumption will not adversely affect the financial condition of the credit union that makes the purchase or assumption.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 6-105 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 6 / Subtitle 1 / Section 6-105
§6–105.
Status: in_force

(a) Whenever an individual who is authorized to inspect property in the State is denied access after the individual makes a proper request for access to inspect to the owner, lessee, or other person in charge of the property, the individual may apply to the District Court for an administrative search warrant under this title.

(b) Each application under this section shall:

(1) state the nature, purpose, and scope of the inspection; and

(2) show that:

(i) the applicant:

1. is authorized by law to make the inspection; and

2. requested access at a reasonable time;

(ii) access was denied; and

(iii) the inspection is for a purpose related to safety or health.

(c) An application may not be submitted to the District Court unless approved by the Attorney General.

(d) On application in accordance with this section, the District Court may issue an administrative search warrant.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 6-314 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 6 / Subtitle 3 / Section 6-314
§6–314.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, a person may not sell or offer for sale at retail an alcoholic beverage container that is:

(i) made from metal or a composite material; and

(ii) designed and constructed with an all–metal tab opening device that detaches from the container when the container is opened in a manner that is normally used to empty the contents of the container.

(2) Paragraph (1) of this subsection does not apply to:

(i) a beverage container sealed with a laminated tape seal, including one with aluminum foil, that is not rigid;

(ii) an all–metal container with a detachable metal pull tab for a frozen beverage concentrate that is customarily and primarily purchased for dilution and use in the home or a similar purpose; and

(iii) a metal beverage container with a detachable metal pull tab for a milk–based, soy–based, or similar product that requires sterilization and pressure in the canning process.

(b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 90 days or a fine not exceeding $100 or both.
Md. Code, Correctional Services § 6-205 — MD Code / Article gcs / Title 6 / Subtitle 2 / Section 6-205
§6–205.
Status: in_force

Article IV. The State Council.

(a) Each member state shall create a State Council for Interstate Adult Offender Supervision which shall be responsible for the appointment of the commissioner who shall serve on the Interstate Commission from that state.

(b) Each State Council shall appoint as its commissioner the Compact Administrator from that state to serve on the Interstate Commission in such capacity under or pursuant to applicable law of the member state.

(c) While each member state may determine the membership of its own State Council, its membership must include at least one representative from the legislative, judicial, and executive branches of government, victims’ groups, and Compact Administrators.

(d) Each compacting state retains the right to determine the qualifications of the Compact Administrator who shall be appointed by the State Council or by the governor in consultation with the legislature and the judiciary.

(e) In addition to appointment of its commissioner to the national Interstate Commission, each State Council shall exercise oversight and advocacy concerning its participation in Interstate Commission activities and other duties as may be determined by each member state including but not limited to, development of policy concerning operations and procedures of the Compact within that state.
Md. Code, Education § 6-401 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 6 / Subtitle 4 / Section 6-401
§6–401.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Board” means the Public Employee Relations Board.

(b–1) “Day” means a calendar day unless otherwise indicated.

(c) “Employee organization” has the meaning stated in § 22–101 of the State Government Article.

(d) (1) “Home and hospital teacher” means a teacher employed by a public school employer to provide instructional services to a public school student who is unable to function effectively in the classroom setting due to the student’s medical, physical, or emotional condition.

(2) A home and hospital teacher may teach in:

(i) A private home;

(ii) A hospital;

(iii) A therapeutic center;

(iv) A school; or

(v) Any other appropriate site.

(d–1) “New employee processing” means the process for a newly hired public school employee, whether in person, online, or through other means, in which new employees are advised of their employment status, rights, benefits, duties, responsibilities, and other employment–related matters.

(e) (1) “Public school employee” means a certificated professional individual who is employed by a public school employer or an individual of equivalent status in Baltimore City, except for a county superintendent or an individual designated by the public school employer to act in a negotiating capacity as provided in § 6–406(c) of this subtitle.

(2) In Montgomery County, “public school employees” include:

(i) Certificated and noncertificated substitute teachers employed by the public school employer for at least 7 days before March 1 of the school fiscal year ending June 30, 1978, and each year after; and

(ii) Home and hospital teachers employed by the public school employer for at least 7 days before March 1 of the school fiscal year ending June 30, 2000, and each year after.

(3) In Baltimore County, “public school employee” includes a secondary school nurse, an elementary school nurse, and a special school nurse.

(4) In Frederick County, “public school employee” includes a social worker employed by a public school employer.

(5) In Prince George’s County, “public school employee” includes home and hospital teachers and Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) instructors.

(6) In Baltimore County, Calvert County, Charles County, and Garrett County, “public school employee” includes Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) instructors.

(7) In Carroll County, “public school employee” includes:

(i) A registered nurse;

(ii) Supervisory noncertificated employees as defined under § 6–501(i) of this title; and

(iii) Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) instructors.

(8) In Dorchester County, “public school employee” includes supervisory noncertificated employees as defined under § 6–501(i) of this title.

(f) “Public school employer” means a county board of education or the Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 6-2A-01 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 6 / Subtitle 2A / Section 6-2A-01
§6–2A–01.
Status: in_force

(a) In this subtitle, “Fund” means the Charitable Enforcement Fund.

(b) There is a Charitable Enforcement Fund in the Office of the Secretary of State.

(c) The purpose of the Fund is to support the actions of the Secretary of State and the Attorney General in administering and enforcing this title and Title 6.5 of this article.

(d) The Secretary of State shall administer the Fund.

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

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

(f) The Fund consists of:

(1) revenue distributed to the Fund under §§ 6–302 and 6–407 of this title;

(2) money appropriated in the State budget to the Fund; and

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

(g) The Fund may be used only to support the actions of the Secretary of State and the Attorney General in carrying out the duties of the Secretary of State and the Attorney General under this title and Title 6.5 of this article.

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

(i) Expenditures from the Fund may be made only in accordance with the State budget.
Md. Code, Human Services § 6-607 — MD Code / Article ghu / Title 6 / Subtitle 6 / Section 6-607
§6–607.
Status: in_force

The Commission shall determine any necessary operating procedures, including establishing subcommittees or work groups utilizing the expertise of persons who are not members of the Commission.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 6-505 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 6 / Subtitle 5 / Section 6-505
§6–505.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “railroad” has the meaning stated in § 1–101 of the Public Utilities Article.

(b) A person may not willfully and maliciously strike a railroad vehicle on a railroad or on an electric railway in the State by:

(1) shooting or throwing an object at the railroad vehicle; or

(2) causing an object to fall on the railroad vehicle.

(c) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 6-231 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 6 / Subtitle 2 / Section 6-231
§6–231.
Status: in_force

Before the revocation of any probation ordered under this title, and in addition to any other factors the court considers in connection with the determination of an appropriate sentence, the court shall:

(1) consider any evaluation or recommendation of any health professional licensed under the Health Occupations Article;

(2) consider relevant information about the defendant’s drug or alcohol abuse; and

(3) make a finding on the record as to the defendant’s amenability to treatment and the interest of justice.
Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 6-104 — MD Code / Article gle / Title 6 / Subtitle 1 / Section 6-104
§6–104.
Status: in_force

The Division of Labor and Industry shall administer and enforce this title.
Md. Code, Environment § 6-406 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 6 / Subtitle 4 / Section 6-406
§6–406.
Status: in_force

The Department:

(1) Shall adopt the rules and regulations necessary to carry out the provisions of this subtitle; and

(2) At least once a year, during an actual removal or encapsulation project, shall conduct an on-site inspection of each licensee’s procedures for removing and encapsulating asbestos.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 6-202 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 6 / Subtitle 2 / Section 6-202
§6–202.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “foreign charitable organization or representative” means a charitable organization or charitable representative who:

(1) has its principal place of business out of state; or

(2) is organized under the laws of another state.

(b) By soliciting a charitable contribution in the State, a foreign charitable organization or representative irrevocably appoints the Secretary of State as agent to receive a subpoena, summons, or other process that is:

(1) issued in an action brought under this title; and

(2) directed to:

(i) the foreign charitable organization or representative; or

(ii) a partner, principal officer, or director of the foreign charitable organization or representative.

(c) Service of process is sufficient service on a foreign charitable organization or representative if:

(1) service is made by the personal delivery and leaving of a copy of the process with the Secretary of State or the authorized representative of the Secretary of State; and

(2) the Secretary of State sends a copy of the process by certified mail to the foreign charitable organization or representative at its last known address.
Md. Code, Agriculture § 6-211 — MD Code / Article gag / Title 6 / Subtitle 2 / Section 6-211
§6–211.
Status: in_force

A person may not distribute an adulterated or misbranded fertilizer or a misbranded soil conditioner.
Md. Code, State Finance and Procurement § 6-216 — MD Code / Article gsf / Title 6 / Subtitle 2 / Section 6-216
§6–216.
Status: in_force

(a) The Comptroller shall keep accounts that fully and accurately state, by class, State revenues and State expenditures for each fiscal year.

(b) The accounts shall be kept in the Office of the Comptroller.
Md. Code, Courts and Judicial Proceedings § 6-313 — MD Code / Article gcj / Title 6 / Subtitle 3 / Section 6-313
§6–313.
Status: in_force

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

(2) “Motor vehicle” has the meaning stated in § 11–135 of the Transportation Article.

(3) “Nonresident” has the meaning stated in § 11–139 of the Transportation Article.

(4) “Nonresident’s privilege to drive” has the meaning stated in § 11–140 of the Transportation Article.

(b) By exercising a nonresident’s privilege to drive a motor vehicle in the State, a nonresident irrevocably appoints the Motor Vehicle Administration as agent to receive a subpoena, a summons, or other process that is:

(1) Issued in an action that is related to an accident or collision involving a motor vehicle driven by the nonresident driver and in which the nonresident driver is named as a party; and

(2) Directed to the nonresident driver.

(c) Service of process is sufficient service on a nonresident driver if:

(1) Service is made by the personal delivery and leaving of a copy of the process, with a certification of the last known address of the nonresident driver, with the Motor Vehicle Administration;

(2) A fee for service of process is paid to the Motor Vehicle Administration;

(3) The Motor Vehicle Administration sends a copy of the process by certified mail, return receipt requested, to the nonresident driver at the nonresident driver’s last known address; and

(4) The Motor Vehicle Administration files an affidavit of compliance with the provisions of this section with the clerk of the court in which the action is pending.

(d) The Motor Vehicle Administration shall provide a copy of the affidavit of compliance to the party seeking service.

(e) The party seeking service shall send by certified mail, return receipt requested, a copy of the affidavit of compliance to the motor vehicle insurer of the nonresident driver.

(f) (1) The Motor Vehicle Administration shall keep a record of all process served under this section that shows the date and hour of service on the Administration by the party seeking service.

(2) When the certified return receipt is returned to the Motor Vehicle Administration, the Administration shall:

(i) Deliver it to the party seeking service; and

(ii) Keep a record of the date of its receipt and the date of its delivery to the party seeking service.

(g) The Motor Vehicle Administration is authorized to establish and collect a reasonable fee to recover the Administration’s costs under this section.
Md. Code, Housing and Community Development § 6-604 — MD Code / Article ghs / Title 6 / Subtitle 6 / Section 6-604
§6–604.
Status: in_force

(a) There is a Community Development Board in the Program.

(b) The Board consists of the following members:

(1) the Secretary, or the Secretary’s designee; and

(2) the following members, appointed by the Governor, in consultation with the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House:

(i) one representative of the Community Development Network of Maryland;

(ii) one representative of the small business community;

(iii) one representative of the nonprofit development community;

(iv) one representative of the for–profit development community;

(v) one representative involved with rural community development;

(vi) one representative involved with suburban community development; and

(vii) one representative involved with urban community development.

(c) The Secretary shall designate the chair of the Board.

(d) (1) The term of a member may not exceed 3 years.

(2) A member may be reappointed.

(e) Service as a member is not a State office or State employment for purposes of any prohibition against holding two public positions.
Md. Code, Correctional Services § 6-215 — MD Code / Article gcs / Title 6 / Subtitle 2 / Section 6-215
§6–215.
Status: in_force

Article XIV. Binding Effect of Compact and Other Laws.

(a) (1) Nothing in this subtitle prevents the enforcement of any other law of a compacting state that is not inconsistent with the Compact.

(2) All compacting states’ laws conflicting with this Compact are superseded to the extent of the conflict.

(b) (1) All lawful actions of the Interstate Commission, including all rules and bylaws promulgated by the Interstate Commission, are binding upon the compacting states.

(2) All agreements between the Interstate Commission and the compacting states are binding in accordance with their terms.

(3) Upon the request of a party to a conflict over meaning or interpretation of Interstate Commission action, and upon a majority vote of the compacting states, the Interstate Commission may issue advisory opinions regarding such meaning or interpretation.

(4) In the event any provision of this Compact exceeds the constitutional limits imposed on the legislature of any compacting state, the obligations, duties, powers, or jurisdiction sought to be conferred by such provision upon the Interstate Commission shall be ineffective and such obligations, duties, powers, or jurisdiction shall remain in the compacting state and shall be exercised by the agency thereof to which such obligations, duties, powers, or jurisdiction are delegated by law in effect at the time this Compact becomes effective.
Md. Code, Criminal Procedure § 6-214 — MD Code / Article gcp / Title 6 / Subtitle 2 / Section 6-214
§6–214.
Status: in_force

The Commission shall include an entry location on a sentencing guidelines worksheet for a court, in reporting on crimes involving theft and related crimes under Title 7 of the Criminal Law Article or fraud and related crimes under Title 8 of the Criminal Law Article, to report the specific dollar amount, when available, of the economic loss to the victim.
Md. Code, Public Utilities § 6-105 — MD Code / Article gpu / Title 6 / Subtitle 1 / Section 6-105
§6–105.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section, “affiliate” has the meaning stated in § 7–501 of this article.

(b) (1) The General Assembly finds that:

(i) existing legislation requires the approval by the Commission of the acquisition by one public service company of another public service company’s stocks and obligations, but does not require the Commission’s approval of these acquisitions by persons not engaged in the public utility business in the State; and

(ii) an attempt by a person not engaged in the public utility business in the State to acquire the power to exercise any substantial influence over the policies and actions of a public service company that provides electricity or gas in the State could result in harm to the customers of the public service company, including the degradation of utility services, higher rates, weakened financial structure, and diminution of utility assets.

(2) The General Assembly declares that it is the policy of the State to regulate acquisitions by persons that are not engaged in the public utility business in the State of the power to exercise any substantial influence over the policies and actions of a public service company that provides electricity or gas in the State in order to prevent unnecessary and unwarranted harm to the customers of the public service company.

(c) This section applies to the acquisition of an electric company, gas and electric company, or a gas company that operates in Maryland.

(d) (1) A gas and electric company, at the same time as a filing by the company or within 10 days after receipt by the company, shall provide the Commission with a copy of any document regarding the acquisition of voting securities of the gas and electric company or any company that owns or controls the gas and electric company, filed or received by the company, that is filed with:

(i) the Securities and Exchange Commission;

(ii) the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission;

(iii) the Nuclear Regulatory Commission;

(iv) the Department of Justice;

(v) the Federal Trade Commission; or

(vi) any successor agency.

(2) The Commission shall provide the gas and electric company with the same confidentiality and other protections provided by the federal agency with which the filing was made.

(e) (1) Without prior authorization from the Commission, a person may not acquire, directly or indirectly, the power to exercise any substantial influence over the policies and actions of an electric company, gas and electric company, or gas company, if the person would become an affiliate of the electric company, gas and electric company, or gas company as a result of the acquisition.

(2) For the purposes of this subsection, a person may not be considered to have acquired, directly or indirectly, the power to exercise any substantial influence over the policies and actions of a gas and electric company if the person:

(i) after any acquisition of voting interests of a company that owns or controls a gas and electric company, directly or indirectly, owns, controls, or has the right to vote, or direct the voting of, not more than 20% of the outstanding voting interests of a company that owns or controls a gas and electric company; and

(ii) does not have the right to designate more than 20% of the board of directors or other governing body of a company that owns or controls a gas and electric company.

(3) Paragraph (2) of this subsection may not be construed to apply to the acquisition of any voting interests of a gas and electric company.

(4) If a person that acquires voting securities of a company that owns or controls a gas and electric company after the acquisition actually exercises substantial influence over the policies and actions of a gas and electric company, the Commission may order compliance with, and take any actions authorized by, other provisions of this article with respect to the gas and electric company.

(f) An application for authorization under subsection (e) of this section must include detailed information regarding:

(1) the applicant’s identity and financial ability;

(2) the background of the key personnel associated with the applicant;

(3) the source and amounts of funds or other consideration to be used in the acquisition;

(4) the applicant’s compliance with federal law in carrying out the acquisition;

(5) whether the applicant or the key personnel associated with the applicant have violated any State or federal statutes regulating the activities of public service companies;

(6) all documents relating to the transaction giving rise to the application;

(7) the applicant’s experience in operating public service companies providing electricity;

(8) the applicant’s plan for operating the public service company;

(9) how the acquisition will serve the customers of the public service company in the public interest, convenience, and necessity; and

(10) any other information that the Commission may specify by regulation or order.

(g) (1) The Commission promptly shall:

(i) examine and investigate each application received under this section; and

(ii) undertake any proceedings necessary or convenient to review the application in accordance with Title 3 of this article and issue an order concerning the acquisition.

(2) The Commission shall consider the following factors in considering an acquisition under this section:

(i) the potential impact of the acquisition on rates and charges paid by customers and on the services and conditions of operation of the public service company;

(ii) the potential impact of the acquisition on continuing investment needs for the maintenance of utility services, plant, and related infrastructure;

(iii) the proposed capital structure that will result from the acquisition, including allocation of earnings from the public service company;

(iv) the potential effects on employment by the public service company;

(v) the projected allocation of any savings that are expected to the public service company between stockholders and rate payers;

(vi) issues of reliability, quality of service, and quality of customer service;

(vii) the potential impact of the acquisition on community investment;

(viii) affiliate and cross–subsidization issues;

(ix) the use or pledge of utility assets for the benefit of an affiliate;

(x) jurisdictional and choice–of–law issues;

(xi) whether it is necessary to revise the Commission’s ring fencing and code of conduct regulations in light of the acquisition; and

(xii) any other issues the Commission considers relevant to the assessment of acquisition in relation to the public interest, convenience, and necessity.

(3) (i) If the Commission finds that the acquisition is consistent with the public interest, convenience, and necessity, including benefits and no harm to consumers, the Commission shall issue an order granting the application.

(ii) The Commission may condition an order authorizing the acquisition on the applicant’s satisfactory performance or adherence to specific requirements.

(4) If the Commission does not find that the acquisition is consistent with the public interest, convenience, and necessity, including benefits and no harm to consumers, the Commission shall issue an order denying the application.

(5) The applicant bears the burden of showing that granting the acquisition is consistent with the public interest, convenience, and necessity, including benefits and no harm to consumers.

(6) (i) Except as provided in subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, the Commission shall issue an order with respect to the application no later than 180 days after the filing of the application for authorization.

(ii) Unless the Commission finds, based on good cause, that the 180–day period should be extended for an additional 45 days, failure of the Commission to issue an order within the 180–day period shall be considered to be an approval of the acquisition by the Commission.

(h) Nothing in this section prohibits dissemination by any party of information concerning the acquisition if the dissemination does not otherwise conflict with federal or State law.
Md. Code, Human Services § 6-402 — MD Code / Article ghu / Title 6 / Subtitle 4 / Section 6-402
§6–402.
Status: in_force

There is a Statewide Nutrition-Assistance Equipment Program administered by the Department.
Md. Code, Insurance § 6-116 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 6 / Subtitle 1 / Section 6-116
§6–116.
Status: in_force

An insurer may claim a State tax credit against the premium tax payable under this subtitle as provided under § 9-230 of the Tax - Property Article.
Md. Code, Election Law § 6-208 — MD Code / Article gel / Title 6 / Subtitle 2 / Section 6-208
§6–208.
Status: in_force

(a) At the conclusion of the verification and counting processes, the chief election official of the election authority shall:

(1) determine whether the validated signatures contained in the petition are sufficient to satisfy all requirements established by law relating to the number and geographical distribution of signatures; and

(2) if it has not done so previously, determine whether the petition has satisfied all other requirements established by law for that petition and immediately notify the sponsor of that determination, including any specific deficiencies found.

(b) If a petition sponsor’s ballot issue committee fails to provide proof of filing the report required under § 13–309(e) of this article, the chief election official may not certify the petition.

(c) If the chief election official determines that a petition has satisfied all requirements established by law relating to that petition, the chief election official shall certify that the petition process has been completed and shall:

(1) with respect to a petition seeking to place the name of an individual or a question on the ballot, certify that the name or question has qualified to be placed on the ballot;

(2) with respect to a petition seeking to create a new political party, certify the sufficiency of the petition to the chairman of the governing body of the partisan organization; and

(3) with respect to the creation of a charter board under Article XI–A, § 1A of the Maryland Constitution, certify that the petition is sufficient.

(d) Notice of a determination under this section shall be provided in accordance with § 6–210 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Insurance § 6-121 — MD Code / Article gin / Title 6 / Subtitle 1 / Section 6-121
§6–121.
Status: reserved

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

(2) “Nonprofit health maintenance organization” means a health maintenance organization authorized by Title 19, Subtitle 7 of the Health – General Article that is exempt from taxation under § 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

(3) “Premium tax exemption value” means the amount of premium taxes that a nonprofit health maintenance organization would have been required to pay if the nonprofit health maintenance organization were not exempt from taxation under § 6–101(b)(5) of this subtitle.

(b) (1) Beginning in fiscal year 2022, a nonprofit health maintenance organization shall transfer funds in an amount equal to the premium tax exemption value of the nonprofit health maintenance organization to the Commissioner to distribute to the General Fund of the State to be used to support the provision of health care to eligible individuals in the Medical Assistance Program.

(2) Notwithstanding the allocation provided under § 19–803(b) of this article, the amount transferred to the Medical Assistance Program Account by a nonprofit health maintenance organization under paragraph (1) of this subsection:

(i) shall be allocated directly to the Medical Assistance Program Account; and

(ii) shall be counted towards the total allocation required to the Medical Assistance Program Account under § 19–803(b)(3)(ii)2, (iii)2, (iv)2, (v)2, (vi), and (vii) of this article.

(3) Beginning in fiscal year 2008 and annually thereafter, the amount under paragraph (2) of this subsection that is counted towards the total allocation under § 19–803(b)(3)(iv)2, (v)2, (vi), and (vii) of this article that exceeds the amount needed to increase both fee–for–service health care provider rates paid by the Medical Assistance Program and managed care organization health care provider rates to a level of rates paid to similar providers for the same services under the federal Medicare fee schedule shall be transferred, unless otherwise provided in the State budget, to the Community Health Resources Commission Fund under Title 19, Subtitle 22 of the Health – General Article for the purpose of supporting office–based specialty care, diagnostic testing, and laboratory tests for individuals with family income that does not exceed 200% of the federal poverty level.

(c) A nonprofit health maintenance organization shall transfer to the Medical Assistance Program Account:

(1) on or before August 1, 2005, an amount equal to the premium tax exemption value of the nonprofit health maintenance organization for the last 6 months of fiscal year 2005; and

(2) within 30 days following the end of each calendar quarter, an amount equal to the premium tax exemption value of the nonprofit health maintenance organization for the quarter.

(d) On or before March 1 of each year, a nonprofit health maintenance organization shall file a report with the Commissioner establishing that the nonprofit health maintenance organization transferred funds equal to its premium tax exemption value during the preceding calendar year as required by this section.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 6-418 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 6 / Subtitle 4 / Section 6-418
§6–418.
Status: in_force

(a) The Secretary of State may cancel the registration of a charitable organization if:

(1) the organization failed to submit:

(i) a statement of intent and final annual report under § 6–417 of this subtitle within 3 years after the date the statement of intent and final annual report were due; or

(ii) any annual report or updates required under § 6–408 of this subtitle for a 3–year period; and

(2) the Secretary of State sends a notice of cancellation to the last known address and e–mail address of the organization.

(b) A charitable organization may request that the Secretary of State reinstate a registration canceled under subsection (a) of this section if the organization:

(1) submits to the Secretary of State any outstanding or missing annual reports, supporting materials, and annual fees required under this title;

(2) (i) remits all unpaid late fees; or

(ii) had late fees suspended or waived in accordance with § 6–407(c) of this subtitle;

(3) is in good standing with the State Department of Assessments and Taxation, if applicable;

(4) has a current tax–exempt status under § 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, if applicable; and

(5) provides any other information that the Secretary of State requires.
Md. Code, Agriculture § 6-107.2 — MD Code / Article gag / Title 6 / Subtitle 1 / Section 6-107.2
§6–107.
Status: in_force

§6–107.2.

(a) The Secretary may establish an assessment of up to $6 per ton on commercial equine feed that is sold in Maryland.

(b) The assessment shall be paid by the person registering the feed according to the collection and reporting guidelines established by the Secretary by regulation.

(c) Any assessments collected shall be paid into the Maryland Horse Industry Fund as provided in § 2–708.2 of this article.

(d) The Secretary shall adopt regulations to:

(1) Allow a person who purchases commercial equine feed in the State to request reimbursement of any assessment that was paid on the feed; and

(2) Require that a purchaser of feed be notified, at the point of sale, of the possibility of reimbursement.

(e) Notwithstanding any other provision of this subtitle, any funds collected under this section may be used only for education, research, and promotional materials and activities intended to benefit the Maryland equine industry.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 6-5A-08 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 6 / Subtitle 5A / Section 6-5A-08
§6–5A–08.
Status: in_force

A public safety solicitor may not:

(1) falsely state, imply, or mislead, directly or indirectly, the person solicited for a public safety contribution that the public safety solicitor is a fire fighting, ambulance, rescue, police, fraternal, or other law enforcement employee or member;

(2) send an individual to personally pick up a public safety contribution from a private residence, business, or any other location, unless the individual presents at the time of the solicitation, collection, or attempt to collect:

(i) photo identification; and

(ii) correspondence from the public safety organization authorizing the public safety solicitor to solicit on behalf of the public safety organization for a stated period of time;

(3) solicit in the State using an alias, fictitious, or false name other than the full name of the public safety organization on whose behalf the public safety contribution is solicited as stated in the application for registration as a public safety solicitor; or

(4) promise, directly or indirectly, or imply that the individual or business being solicited will receive any additional or different law enforcement services or treatment by a fire fighting, ambulance, rescue, police, fraternal, or other law enforcement organization or employee as a result of a pledge or refusal to make a public safety contribution.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 6-308 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 6 / Subtitle 3 / Section 6-308
§6–308.
Status: in_force

(a) Subject to the limitations in this section, on the affirmative vote of at least a majority of the authorized membership of the State Board, the State Board may waive the examination requirements of this subtitle for an individual who is licensed to provide electrical services as a master electrician or journeyperson electrician in another state.

(b) The State Board may grant a waiver under this section only if the applicant:

(1) pays the appropriate application fee set by the State Board under § 6–305 of this subtitle; and

(2) provides adequate evidence that the applicant:

(i) meets the qualifications otherwise required by this title;

(ii) holds an active license in good standing in the other state;

(iii) holds a license that is equivalent to the license issued by the State Board;

(iv) for a master electrician license applicant, meets a 7–year experience requirement in providing electrical services, at least 4 years of which must have been gained prior to licensure in the other state, while under the supervision of a master electrician or similarly qualified employee of a governmental unit;

(v) for a journeyperson electrician license applicant, meets a 4–year experience requirement in providing electrical services, at least 2 years of which must have been gained prior to licensure in the other state, while under the supervision of a master electrician or similarly qualified employee of a governmental unit; and

(vi) was licensed in the other state by examination, after meeting requirements in that state that are substantially equivalent to the licensing requirements of this State.

(c) The State Board may grant a waiver only if the state in which the applicant is licensed waives the examination of licensees of this State to a similar extent as this State waives the examination requirements for individuals licensed in that state.

(d) The State Board may not grant a waiver under this section to an applicant who is licensed solely in a country other than the United States.

(e) The State Board shall pursue a policy of reciprocal recognition of electrician licenses awarded in other states.
Md. Code, Human Services § 6-610 — MD Code / Article ghu / Title 6 / Subtitle 6 / Section 6-610
§6–610.
Status: in_force

The Commission may not operate any programs or provide any direct services.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 6-304 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 6 / Subtitle 3 / Section 6-304
§6–304.
Status: in_force

(a) To qualify for a State license, an applicant shall meet the requirements of this section.

(b) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, an applicant for a master electrician license shall have been engaged or employed regularly and principally in providing electrical services for all types of electrical equipment and apparatuses for at least 7 years while under the direction and supervision of:

(i) a master electrician; or

(ii) a similarly qualified employee of a governmental unit.

(2) (i) The State Board may allow an applicant up to 3 years of credit toward the experience required under paragraph (1) of this subsection, if the State Board determines that the applicant has completed a formal course of study or professional training in electrical installation comparable to the required experience.

(ii) The State Board shall credit toward the experience required under paragraph (1) of this subsection an applicant’s work as part of a successfully completed electrician apprenticeship program approved by the Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning or the federal Office of Apprenticeship.

(c) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, an applicant for a journeyperson electrician license shall have been engaged or employed regularly and principally in providing electrical services for all types of electrical equipment and apparatuses for at least 4 years while under the direction and supervision of:

(i) a master electrician; or

(ii) an employee of a governmental unit who is similarly qualified as a master electrician licensed under this title.

(2) The State Board shall credit toward the experience required under paragraph (1) of this subsection an applicant’s work as part of a successfully completed electrician apprenticeship program approved by the Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning or the federal Office of Apprenticeship.

(d) Except as otherwise provided in this subtitle, the applicant shall pass an examination given by the State Board under this subtitle.

(e) The State Board may investigate the qualifications of each applicant to determine whether the applicant meets the requirements of this section.
Md. Code, Housing and Community Development § 6-301 — MD Code / Article ghs / Title 6 / Subtitle 3 / Section 6-301
§6–301.
Status: in_force

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

(b) (1) “Development costs” means the costs incurred to develop, redevelop, or expand a neighborhood business development project.

(2) “Development costs” includes the costs of:

(i) necessary studies, surveys, plans, and specifications;

(ii) architectural, engineering, or other special services, including flood plain studies, environmental audits, and critical area or wetland assessments;

(iii) land and improvements;

(iv) site preparation;

(v) construction, reconstruction, and rehabilitation;

(vi) machinery, equipment, and furnishings;

(vii) essential operating costs, including working capital and occupancy expenses;

(viii) indemnity and surety bonds and premiums on insurance;

(ix) temporary relocation expenses; and

(x) other costs determined to be acceptable by the Department.

(c) “Eligible opportunity zone” means an area designated as a qualified opportunity zone under § 1400Z–1 of the Internal Revenue Code that is located in Allegany County, Garrett County, Somerset County, or Wicomico County.

(d) “Food desert” means the part of a priority funding area or an eligible opportunity zone designated by the Secretary under § 6–308(c) of this subtitle.

(e) “Fund” means the Neighborhood Business Development Fund.

(f) “Microenterprise” means a business that qualifies as a microenterprise under § 6–302 of this subtitle.

(g) “Priority funding area” means an area designated as a priority funding area under § 5–7B–02 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.

(h) “Program” means the Neighborhood Business Development Program.

(i) (1) “Project” means a neighborhood business development project that receives financial assistance from the Fund.

(2) “Project” includes:

(i) a microenterprise project that receives financial assistance from the Fund; and

(ii) a food desert project that receives financial assistance from the Fund.

(j) “Small business” means a business that qualifies as a small business under § 6–302 of this subtitle.

(k) “Sustainable community” means the part of a priority funding area that:

(1) as determined by the Sustainable Growth Subcabinet, satisfies the requirements of § 6–205 of this title;

(2) has been designated as a BRAC Revitalization and Incentive Zone under Title 5, Subtitle 13 of the Economic Development Article; or

(3) has been designated a transit–oriented development under § 7–101 of the Transportation Article.
Md. Code, Human Services § 6-505 — MD Code / Article ghu / Title 6 / Subtitle 5 / Section 6-505
§6–505.
Status: in_force

(a) To the extent possible, the Department shall train and utilize elderly individuals to perform community services.

(b) Elderly individuals compensated for performing community services are not subject to the State Personnel Management System or any merit system of a political subdivision.

(c) The Department has sole authority for determining all conditions of employment and rates of compensation.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 6-306 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 6 / Subtitle 3 / Section 6-306
§6–306.
Status: in_force

(a) The Comptroller or other appropriate unit shall share with the Department any information received from a qualified business entity about eligibility for a credit allowed under this subtitle.

(b) Information that is received under subsection (a) of this section is subject to the confidentiality requirements established by statute or regulation that apply to the Comptroller or unit that receives the information.
Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions § 6-201 — MD Code / Article gbo / Title 6 / Subtitle 2 / Section 6-201
§6–201.
Status: in_force

There is a State Board of Electricians in the Department.
Md. Code, Education § 6-1101 — MD Code / Article ged / Title 6 / Subtitle 11 / Section 6-1101
§6–1101.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Coordinator of professional learning” means an employee of the Department who:

(1) Is a licensed educator;

(2) Develops and facilitates professional learning opportunities for educators and administrators in the State; and

(3) Assists administrators in implementing evidence–based instructional practices.

(c) “Fund” means the Academic Excellence Fund.

(d) “Instructional coach” means an employee of a local school system who:

(1) Is a licensed educator;

(2) Provides coaching to teachers and other education professionals to improve instruction; and

(3) Helps educators integrate evidence–based practices into their pedagogy.

(e) “Program” means the Academic Excellence Program.

(f) “Regional project manager” means an employee of the Department who oversees instructional coaches and coordinators of professional learning in a designated region.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 6-401 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 6 / Subtitle 4 / Section 6-401
§6–401.
Status: in_force

Subject to Division II of this article, this subtitle applies statewide.
Md. Code, Housing and Community Development § 6-308.1 — MD Code / Article ghs / Title 6 / Subtitle 3 / Section 6-308.1
§6–308.
Status: in_force

§6–308.1.

(a) If the Department determines that an entity is capable of administering financial assistance under the Program, the entity may originate and administer financial assistance in accordance with standards the Department adopts by regulation.

(b) (1) The Department shall adopt regulations to establish standards for determining the eligibility of an entity to administer financial assistance under the Program.

(2) The standards shall include provisions on:

(i) the size, training, and experience of the professional staff that would administer the financial assistance; and

(ii) the capability of the professional staff to:

1. determine financial capacity of a borrower;

2. originate financial assistance; and

3. evaluate applications for financial assistance.

(c) The Department may:

(1) help train employees of an approved entity to administer financial assistance in accordance with standards that the Department adopts;

(2) charge and collect from a borrower:

(i) reasonable origination, application, and processing fees; and

(ii) other charges, fees, or reimbursements incidental to the financial assistance;

(3) include the fees and charges listed in item (2) of this subsection in the amount of financial assistance;

(4) pay an approved entity a reasonable origination, application, and processing fee for the financial assistance that is originated by the approved entity;

(5) directly fund the financial assistance that is originated by an approved entity;

(6) provide financial assistance to an approved entity for the purpose of the approved entity making the financial assistance in accordance with this subtitle;

(7) purchase or commit to purchase from approved entities any form of financial assistance that meets the requirements of this subtitle and any regulations adopted under this subtitle; and

(8) enter into agreements with approved entities to collectively lend money on a project that meets the requirements of this subtitle and any regulations adopted under this subtitle.
Md. Code, Environment § 6-1106 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 6 / Subtitle 11 / Section 6-1106
§6–1106.
Status: in_force

After December 31, 1994 a person may not dispose of a unit except in accordance with a unit management program approved by the Department or in another manner approved under regulations adopted by the Department.
Md. Code, Environment § 6-828 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 6 / Subtitle 8 / Section 6-828
§6–828.
Status: in_force

(a) This section applies to an owner of an affected property who has, with respect to the affected property, complied with the applicable requirements of §§ 6–811, 6–812, 6–815, 6–817, and 6–819 of this subtitle, and has sent to the tenant the notices required by §§ 6–820 and 6–823 of this subtitle.

(b) A person may not bring an action against an owner of an affected property for damages arising from alleged injury or loss to a person at risk caused by the ingestion of lead by a person at risk that is first documented by a test for EBL of 25 �g/dl or more performed between February 24, 1996 and February 23, 2001, inclusive, or 20 �g/dl or more performed between February 24, 2001 and February 23, 2006, inclusive, or 15 �g/dl or more performed on or after February 24, 2006, unless the owner has been given:

(1) Written notice from any person that the elevated blood level of a person at risk is:

(i) Greater than or equal to 25 �g/dl as first documented by a test for EBL performed between February 24, 1996 and February 23, 2001, inclusive;

(ii) Between February 24, 2001 and February 23, 2006, inclusive, an EBL greater than or equal to 20 �g/dl as first documented by a test for EBL performed between February 24, 2001 and February 23, 2006, inclusive; or

(iii) On or after February 24, 2006, an EBL greater than or equal to 15 �g/dl as first documented by a test for EBL performed on or after February 24, 2006; and

(2) An opportunity to make a qualified offer under § 6–831 of this subtitle.
Md. Code, State Government § 6-703 — MD Code / Article gsg / Title 6 / Subtitle 7 / Section 6-703
§6–703.
Status: in_force

(a) (1) For the limited purpose of furthering an ongoing criminal investigation under this subtitle, the Attorney General or a Deputy Attorney General or an assistant attorney general designated in writing by the Attorney General may issue in any court in the State a subpoena to a person to produce telephone, business, government, or corporate records or documents.

(2) A subpoena issued under this subsection may be served in the same manner as a subpoena issued by a circuit court.

(b) (1) A person may have an attorney present during any contact made under subsection (a) of this section with the Attorney General or an agent of the Attorney General.

(2) The Attorney General shall advise a person of the right to counsel when the subpoena is served.

(c) (1) (i) If a person fails to obey a lawfully served subpoena under subsection (a) of this section, the Attorney General may report the failure to obey the subpoena to the circuit court with jurisdiction over the matter.

(ii) The Attorney General shall provide a copy of the subpoena and proof of service to the circuit court.

(2) After conducting a hearing at which the person that allegedly failed to comply with a subpoena issued under subsection (a) of this section has had an opportunity to be heard and be represented by counsel, the court may grant appropriate relief.

(d) This section does not allow the contravention, denial, or abrogation of a privilege or right recognized by law.
Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 6-309 — MD Code / Article gab / Title 6 / Subtitle 3 / Section 6-309
§6–309.
Status: in_force

(a) A license holder, a proprietor, or an operator of an establishment that provides alcoholic beverages may not allow on–premises consumption or possession of alcoholic beverages by an individual under the age of 21 years, regardless of who purchased or obtained the alcoholic beverages.

(b) In addition to any other penalty under this article, a license holder, a proprietor, or an operator who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $50.
Md. Code, Environment § 6-1310 — MD Code / Article gen / Title 6 / Subtitle 13 / Section 6-1310
§6–1310.
Status: in_force

The Secretary may adopt regulations to carry out the provisions of this subtitle.
Md. Code, Transportation § 6-102.1 — MD Code / Article gtr / Title 6 / Subtitle 1 / Section 6-102.1
§6–102.
Status: in_force

§6–102.1.

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

(2) “Cargo” does not include a vessel’s machinery or supplies, or the vessel’s equipment transported onto or off of the vessel.

(3) “Drug” means:

(i) A controlled dangerous substance as defined in § 5–101 of the Criminal Law Article; and

(ii) A prescription drug as defined in § 21–201 of the Health – General Article, to the extent that the drug affects job performance and worker safety at a marine facility.

(4) “Employee” means any individual who is an employee, independent contractor, subcontractor, or other individual who provides labor for compensation at a marine facility for a person.

(5) “Marine facility” means a terminal or storage structure or facility used for the purpose of handling, storing, loading, or unloading freight in the Helen Delich Bentley Port of Baltimore.

(6) “Program” means an alcohol–free and drug–free workplace program for a marine facility that meets the requirements of this section.

(7) (i) “Safety–sensitive employee” means an employee who operates heavy machinery.

(ii) “Safety–sensitive employee” includes, but is not limited to:

1. An operator of a crane, winch, or top loader; and

2. A driver of a hustler or forklift.

(b) This section does not apply to:

(1) Employees, contractors, independent contractors, or agents of the Maryland Port Administration;

(2) Vessel employees, or employees of contractors or subcontractors that attend vessels, who do not load or unload cargo between a vessel and a pier, or from one stowage position to another on a vessel, at a marine facility; or

(3) Individuals or employees required by federal or State law to comply with 49 C.F.R. Parts 40 and 382 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.

(c) Persons that lease space at a marine facility from the Maryland Port Administration shall implement a program that:

(1) Prohibits the sale, purchase, transfer, use, or possession of alcohol or drugs at a port facility;

(2) Provides a plan that includes the nondiscriminatory administration of tests for the presence of alcohol or drugs in accordance with established testing procedures, including random, reasonable cause, post accident, and return-to-work, or post treatment testing of safety-sensitive employees, and pre-employment test for the presence of drugs, of employees;

(3) Provides for rehabilitation programs and disciplinary and sanction procedures for individuals who violate the Program;

(4) Provides sufficient notice to employees of testing procedures, consent, and other requirements of the Program;

(5) Provides adequate security measures for collection, chain of custody, and handling of test material; and

(6) Establishes procedures for the reporting, review, and appeal of test results.

(d) The Program shall generally comply with the guidelines for a drug-free workplace program established by the Maryland Center for Workplace Safety and Health.

(e) A member of a labor organization or other group of employees at a marine facility that is subject under a labor agreement or contract to an alcohol and drug program that generally conforms to the provisions of this section shall be deemed to be in compliance with the requirements, testing procedures, and other provisions of this section.
Md. Code, Criminal Law § 6-201 — MD Code / Article gcr / Title 6 / Subtitle 2 / Section 6-201
§6–201.
Status: in_force

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

(b) “Break” retains its judicially determined meaning except to the extent that its meaning is expressly or impliedly changed in this subtitle.

(c) (1) “Burglar’s tool” means a tool, instrument, or device adapted, designed, or used to commit or facilitate the commission of a burglary crime.

(2) “Burglar’s tool” includes:

(i) a picklock, key, crowbar, prybar, jack, or bit;

(ii) explosive material including nitroglycerine, dynamite, or gunpowder; and

(iii) a device capable of burning through metal, concrete, or other solid material, including an acetylene torch, electric arc, burning bar, thermal lance, or oxygen lance.

(d) “Crime of violence” has the meaning stated in § 14-101 of this article.

(e) “Dwelling” retains its judicially determined meaning except to the extent that its meaning is expressly or impliedly changed in this subtitle.

(f) “Enter” retains its judicially determined meaning except to the extent that its meaning is expressly or impliedly changed in this subtitle.

(g) (1) “Firearm” includes:

(i) a handgun, antique firearm, rifle, shotgun, short-barreled shotgun, and short-barreled rifle, as those terms are defined in § 4-201 of this article;

(ii) a machine gun, as defined in § 4-401 of this article; and

(iii) a regulated firearm, as defined in § 5-101 of the Public Safety Article.

(2) “Firearm” does not include a firearm that has been modified to be permanently inoperative.

(h) (1) “Storehouse” retains its judicially determined meaning.

(2) “Storehouse” includes:

(i) a building or other construction, or a watercraft;

(ii) a barn, stable, pier, wharf, and any facility attached to a pier or wharf;

(iii) a storeroom or public building; and

(iv) a trailer, aircraft, vessel, or railroad car.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 6-501 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 6 / Subtitle 5 / Section 6-501
§6–501.
Status: in_force

An appeal to the Commission may be taken by:

(1) a person who is aggrieved by an order or decision of the State Fire Marshal made in the administration or enforcement of this article; or

(2) an officer, unit, or agency of the State or a political subdivision of the State that is affected by an order or decision of the State Fire Marshal made in the administration or enforcement of this article.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 6-601 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 6 / Subtitle 6 / Section 6-601
§6–601.
Status: in_force

(a) A person may not knowingly violate this title or a regulation adopted by the Commission.

(b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 10 days or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.
Md. Code, Business Regulation § 6-411 — MD Code / Article gbr / Title 6 / Subtitle 4 / Section 6-411
§6–411.
Status: in_force

(a) This section does not apply to:

(1) a charitable solicitation by an accredited school, college, or university to its students, former students, parents of students or former students, board members, or staff; or

(2) a formal grant application prepared for and submitted to a specific corporation or foundation.

(b) (1) A charitable solicitation that is a specific written request to the public for a charitable contribution shall contain a disclosure statement.

(2) A written receipt for a charitable contribution shall contain a disclosure statement.

(c) The disclosure statement shall be displayed conspicuously on a charitable solicitation and on a receipt for a charitable contribution.
Md. Code, Tax - General § 6-103 — MD Code / Article gtg / Title 6 / Subtitle 1 / Section 6-103
§6–103.
Status: in_force

The boxing and wrestling tax does not apply to:

(1) an intercollegiate, interscholastic, or intramural boxing or wrestling contest held on the campus or under the auspices of a college, high school, or university in the State; or

(2) an amateur boxing or wrestling contest held under the auspices of the United States of America Amateur Boxing Federation or the Young Men’s Christian Association.
Md. Code, Local Government § 6-103 — MD Code / Article glg / Title 6 / Subtitle 1 / Section 6-103
§6–103.
Status: in_force

(a) Any official authorized by the legislative body of a municipality to act as an enforcement officer may serve a citation on a person:

(1) who the official believes is committing or has committed a municipal infraction; or

(2) on the basis of an affidavit that:

(i) cites the facts of the alleged infraction; and

(ii) is submitted to a designated official of the municipality.

(b) (1) The citation shall be served on the defendant:

(i) in accordance with Maryland Rule 3–121; or

(ii) for real property–related violations, if an affidavit is made that good faith efforts to serve the defendant under Maryland Rule 3–121(a) have not succeeded, by:

1. regular mail to the defendant’s last known address; and

2. posting the citation at the property where the municipal infraction has occurred or is occurring and, if located in the municipality, at the defendant’s residence or place of business.

(2) The enforcement officer shall retain a copy of the citation.

(c) The citation shall contain:

(1) the enforcement officer’s certification:

(i) attesting to the truth of the matter set forth in the citation; or

(ii) that the citation is based on an affidavit;

(2) the name and address of the defendant;

(3) the nature of the municipal infraction;

(4) the location and time that the municipal infraction occurred;

(5) the amount of the fine assessed;

(6) the manner, location, and time in which the fine may be paid to the municipality;

(7) notice of the defendant’s right to elect to stand trial; and

(8) notice of the effect of failing to pay the fine or demand a trial within the required time.
Md. Code, Public Safety § 6-402 — MD Code / Article gps / Title 6 / Subtitle 4 / Section 6-402
§6–402.
Status: in_force

On request of the chief of the Baltimore City Fire Department, the Commission and State Fire Marshal shall provide any assistance necessary to:

(1) enforce fire prevention regulations in Baltimore City; and

(2) investigate the cause or origin of a fire in Baltimore City.
Md. Code, Human Services § 6-609 — MD Code / Article ghu / Title 6 / Subtitle 6 / Section 6-609
§6–609.
Status: in_force

(a) The Commission shall:

(1) conduct a thorough examination of the extent and implications of the absence of responsible fathers from families;

(2) strongly advocate to ensure the development of a coordinated and comprehensive approach to the social, educational, economic, health, and legal problems of responsible fatherhood;

(3) promote interdepartmental and public and private policy and program collaboration and coordination;

(4) collect data and perform analyses on efforts to increase responsible fatherhood;

(5) promote the development of statewide policies to address the issues preventing fathers from participating in raising their children;

(6) monitor statewide progress towards reducing the number of noncustodial fathers;

(7) promote and encourage wide community input, communication, and education regarding responsible fatherhood; and

(8) advise local public and private agencies seeking to mobilize local efforts to promote responsible fatherhood.

(b) To carry out its duties under subsection (a)(1) of this section, the Commission shall:

(1) hold hearings at which persons, organizations, and agencies with an interest in responsible fatherhood may present their views;

(2) conduct meetings, discussions, and examinations as necessary to gather information on the laws and services relating to responsible fatherhood in this and other states;

(3) identify and examine the limitations and problems associated with existing laws, programs, and services relating to responsible fatherhood; and

(4) examine the financing and delivery of services relating to responsible fatherhood.

(c) (1) In cooperation with appropriate State and local units and in accordance with State and federal law, the Commission shall foster plans to enhance the coordination of federal– and State–funded programs and services regarding responsible fatherhood.

(2) The Commission shall develop a coordinated comprehensive statewide plan, including estimates of necessary public and private funding, for:

(i) increasing the participation of fathers in raising their children; and

(ii) improving services to noncustodial fathers.

(3) In accordance with the statewide plan, the Commission shall recommend to the Governor distribution of community incentive grants concerning responsible fatherhood from funds provided in the State budget for this purpose or from grants or private donations, giving priority to innovative projects that:

(i) promote the establishment of a coordinated network of services for noncustodial fathers; and

(ii) demonstrate a high level of commitment to the project by making available nonstate funds, personnel, and facilities.
Md. Code, Housing and Community Development § 6-506 — MD Code / Article ghs / Title 6 / Subtitle 5 / Section 6-506
§6–506.
Status: in_force

(a) The Department shall:

(1) review each application submitted under § 6–505 of this subtitle and may request additional information from the applicant;

(2) accept public input on each application; and

(3) consider the recommendation of any State unit.

(b) (1) The Department may not approve an application until the Department has provided written notice and a reasonable opportunity to comment to the political subdivision where the proposed community enhancement project is located.

(2) If the application affects a neighborhood entirely within a municipal corporation, the Department must provide notice and a reasonable opportunity to comment to the municipal corporation and not the surrounding county.

(3) If an application affects a neighborhood within more than one political subdivision, the Department must provide notice and a reasonable opportunity to comment to each political subdivision.

(c) The Secretary shall award financial assistance to an applicant:

(1) in the amount and of the type that the Secretary determines; and

(2) under the terms of a Program agreement.
Md. Code, Health Occupations § 6-601 — MD Code / Article gho / Title 6 / Subtitle 6 / Section 6-601
§6–601.
Status: in_force

This title may be cited as the Maryland Massage Therapy Act.
Md. Code, Economic Development § 6-807 — MD Code / Article gec / Title 6 / Subtitle 8 / Section 6-807
§6–807.
Status: in_force

(a) The Department may require that any information provided under this subtitle be verified by an independent certified public accountant that the qualified business entity and the Department select.

(b) (1) Acceptance by a qualified business entity of the Program benefits under this subtitle shall be deemed to authorize the Comptroller to share with the Department any information received from a qualified business entity about eligibility for a benefit allowed under this subtitle.

(2) Information that is received by the Department or Comptroller under paragraph (1) of this subsection is subject to confidentiality requirements established by law.