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MD. Human Services Code Ann. §  5-604 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Human Services|Title 5 - Public Assistance|Subtitle 6 - Miscellaneous Provisions|Section 5-604 - Verification of Eligibility for Public Assistance From Financial Institutions

    (a)    The Department may request and obtain from a fiduciary institution doing business in the State any financial records that the Department determines are necessary to verify or confirm an individual’s eligibility or ineligibility for public assistance.    (b)    On a showing by an applicant for long–term care Medicaid benefits that the applicant has been unable to obtain from a fiduciary institution doing business in the State financial records related to financial and real property assets necessary to establish the applicant’s eligibility or ineligibility for Medicaid benefits, the Department shall request the records.    (c)    (1)    (i)    The Department shall adopt regulations governing procedures for requesting, obtaining, and examining financial records that the Department determines are necessary to verify or confirm an individual’s eligibility or ineligibility for public assistance.            (ii)    The regulations shall:                1.    include reimbursement schedules necessary to compensate fiduciary institutions for complying with this section; and                2.    state the requirements that an applicant must satisfy in order for the Department to request financial records under subsection (b) of this section.        (2)    The Secretary shall notify a fiduciary institution of the officers or employees of the Department who are authorized to request and receive financial records from the fiduciary institution.        (3)    An individual authorized to receive information under this section may not disclose any personally identifiable information obtained or maintained under this section.
MD. Human Services Code Ann. §  5-605 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Human Services|Title 5 - Public Assistance|Subtitle 6 - Miscellaneous Provisions|Section 5-605 - Acknowledgment of Statement of Conduct That Constitutes Fraud

    (a)    (1)    In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.        (2)    “Fraud” has the meaning stated in § 8–501 of the Criminal Law Article.        (3)    “Public assistance” means any assistance described in § 8–503 of the Criminal Law Article.    (b)    Each applicant for or recipient of public assistance shall:        (1)    read or have read to the individual a statement of the conduct that constitutes fraud; and        (2)    sign the statement to acknowledge that the individual understands that the penalties for fraud under § 8–503 of the Criminal Law Article are:            (i)    imprisonment not exceeding 3 years or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both; and            (ii)    restitution.
MD. Human Services Code Ann. §  5-606 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Human Services|Title 5 - Public Assistance|Subtitle 6 - Miscellaneous Provisions|Section 5-606 - Duplicate Photo Identification Required

    The local department shall place a duplicate photo identification print in the case file of a public assistance recipient whenever a photo identification card is issued to the recipient.
MD. Human Services Code Ann. §  5-607 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Human Services|Title 5 - Public Assistance|Subtitle 6 - Miscellaneous Provisions|Section 5-607 - Recoupment of Overpayments

    (a)    The Administration shall make every effort to recoup overpayments made to recipients that the State is authorized to recoup under federal law.    (b)    The Administration shall establish an administrative procedure, in accordance with federal law, to be followed when the Administration has reason to believe that an overpayment has been made.
MD. Human Services Code Ann. §  5-608 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Human Services|Title 5 - Public Assistance|Subtitle 6 - Miscellaneous Provisions|Section 5-608 - Federal Funds

    The Administration may:         (1)    accept any federal funds or commodities;        (2)    manage and dispose of any federal funds or commodities as required by federal law; and        (3)    apply the federal Social Security Act or any other federal law relating to public assistance to the benefit of the State.
MD. Human Services Code Ann. §  6-101 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Human Services|Title 6 - Community Services|Subtitle 1 - Definitions|Section 6-101 - Definitions

    (a)    In this title the following words have the meanings indicated.    (b)    “Department” means the Department of Human Services.    (c)    “Secretary” means the Secretary of Human Services.
MD. Human Services Code Ann. §  6-601 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Human Services|Title 6 - Community Services|Subtitle 6 - Commission on Responsible Fatherhood|Section 6-601 - "Commission" Defined

    In this subtitle, “Commission” means the Commission on Responsible Fatherhood.
MD. Human Services Code Ann. §  6-602 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Human Services|Title 6 - Community Services|Subtitle 6 - Commission on Responsible Fatherhood|Section 6-602 - Established

    (a)    There is a Commission on Responsible Fatherhood.    (b)    The Commission:        (1)    is independent; but        (2)    is located in the Department for budgetary and administrative purposes only.
MD. Human Services Code Ann. §  6-603 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Human Services|Title 6 - Community Services|Subtitle 6 - Commission on Responsible Fatherhood|Section 6-603 - Purposes

    The purposes of the Commission are to:         (1)    raise awareness of the problems created when a child is raised without the presence of a responsible father;        (2)    identify obstacles that impede or prevent the involvement of responsible fathers in the lives of their children; and        (3)    identify strategies that encourage responsible fatherhood.
MD. Human Services Code Ann. §  6-604 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Human Services|Title 6 - Community Services|Subtitle 6 - Commission on Responsible Fatherhood|Section 6-604 - Membership

    (a)    The Commission consists of the following 18 members appointed by the Governor:        (1)    the Secretary of Budget and Management;        (2)    the Secretary of Health;        (3)    the Secretary of Human Services;        (4)    the Secretary of Labor;        (5)    the State Superintendent of Schools;        (6)    the Executive Director of the Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention, Youth, and Victim Services or the Executive Director’s designee;        (7)    one judge assigned to the family division of a circuit court nominated by the Chief Judge of the Court of Appeals;        (8)    one member of the Senate of Maryland nominated by the President of the Senate;        (9)    one member of the House of Delegates nominated by the Speaker of the House;        (10)    three individuals with extensive programmatic or academic experience with noncustodial fathers and their children;        (11)    three individuals with an interest or expertise in matters pertaining to noncustodial fathers and their children, including representatives of community, parent, or religious groups or organizations;        (12)    two representatives of local government in areas with a significant number of noncustodial fathers; and        (13)    one noncustodial father.    (b)    (1)    The term of a member appointed under subsection (a)(10), (11), or (12) of this section is 3 years.        (2)    The term of the member appointed under subsection (a)(13) of this section is 2 years.        (3)    The terms of members appointed under subsection (a)(10), (11), (12), and (13) of this section shall be staggered as required by the terms in effect for those members on October 1, 2007.        (4)    A member who is appointed to a position with a fixed term after the term has begun shall serve only for the rest of the term and until a successor is appointed and qualifies.        (5)    At the end of a term, a member continues to serve until a successor is appointed and qualifies.    (c)    A member appointed under subsection (a)(1) through (6) of this section may designate in writing an alternate to represent the member and exercise the member’s power to vote.
MD. Human Services Code Ann. §  6-605 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Human Services|Title 6 - Community Services|Subtitle 6 - Commission on Responsible Fatherhood|Section 6-605 - Chair

    From among the members of the Commission, the Governor shall designate a chair for a 2-year term.
MD. Human Services Code Ann. §  6-606 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Human Services|Title 6 - Community Services|Subtitle 6 - Commission on Responsible Fatherhood|Section 6-606 - Quorum; Meetings; Compensation

    (a)    A majority of the members then serving on the Commission is a quorum.    (b)    The Commission shall determine the times and places of its meetings.    (c)    A member of the Commission:        (1)    may not receive compensation as a member of the Commission; but        (2)    is entitled to reimbursement for expenses under the Standard State Travel Regulations, as provided in the State budget.
MD. Human Services Code Ann. §  6-607 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Human Services|Title 6 - Community Services|Subtitle 6 - Commission on Responsible Fatherhood|Section 6-607 - Procedures

    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. Human Services Code Ann. §  6-608 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Human Services|Title 6 - Community Services|Subtitle 6 - Commission on Responsible Fatherhood|Section 6-608 - Staff

    (a)    (1)    Subject to the approval of the Governor, the Commission shall hire a staff director as provided in the State budget.        (2)    Subject to the advice and consent of the chair of the Commission, the staff director shall hire additional staff as provided in the State budget to perform the duties that the Commission considers appropriate.    (b)    The staff is responsible to the Secretary solely for routine administrative purposes.    (c)    Members of the Commission may designate staff from their respective units to assist the Commission.
MD. Human Services Code Ann. §  6-609 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Human Services|Title 6 - Community Services|Subtitle 6 - Commission on Responsible Fatherhood|Section 6-609 - Duties

    (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. Human Services Code Ann. §  6-610 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Human Services|Title 6 - Community Services|Subtitle 6 - Commission on Responsible Fatherhood|Section 6-610 - Restrictions

    The Commission may not operate any programs or provide any direct services.
MD. Human Services Code Ann. §  6-701 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Human Services|Title 6 - Community Services|Subtitle 7 - Citizenship Promotion Program|Section 6-701 - "Program" Defined

    In this subtitle, “Program” means the Citizenship Promotion Program.
MD. Human Services Code Ann. §  6-702 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Human Services|Title 6 - Community Services|Subtitle 7 - Citizenship Promotion Program|Section 6-702 - Established

    There is a Citizenship Promotion Program in the Department.
MD. Human Services Code Ann. §  6-703 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Human Services|Title 6 - Community Services|Subtitle 7 - Citizenship Promotion Program|Section 6-703 - Purposes

    The purposes of the Program are:         (1)    to encourage and assist eligible foreign-born residents to become naturalized citizens of the United States and active participants in the civic life of Maryland;        (2)    to increase the number and proportion of eligible foreign-born residents who become citizens of the United States; and        (3)    to encourage foreign-born residents who become citizens to be involved in our democratic institutions.
MD. Human Services Code Ann. §  6-704 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Human Services|Title 6 - Community Services|Subtitle 7 - Citizenship Promotion Program|Section 6-704 - Duties

    In accordance with the State budget, the Program shall:         (1)    encourage eligible residents to learn English;        (2)    encourage eligible residents to become naturalized citizens of the United States;        (3)    inform eligible residents about the rights and responsibilities of citizens, the process of naturalization, and the availability of citizenship services;        (4)    make available or increase the availability of instruction in:            (i)    English as a second language;            (ii)    United States history; and            (iii)    citizenship preparation;        (5)    make available or increase the availability of assistance in completing applications for naturalization;        (6)    establish an effective connection to nonpartisan voter registration efforts;        (7)    encourage the involvement of new citizens in democratic institutions; and        (8)    work with federal, State, and local units of government and organizations to respond to the need for citizenship services in the State.
MD. Human Services Code Ann. §  6-705 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Human Services|Title 6 - Community Services|Subtitle 7 - Citizenship Promotion Program|Section 6-705 - Funding

    Funding for the Program shall be as provided in the State budget, not exceeding $100,000 each year.
MD. Human Services Code Ann. §  6-706 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Human Services|Title 6 - Community Services|Subtitle 7 - Citizenship Promotion Program|Section 6-706 - Regulations and Policies

    The Department shall adopt regulations and policies to carry out the Program.
MD. Human Services Code Ann. §  6-707 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Human Services|Title 6 - Community Services|Subtitle 7 - Citizenship Promotion Program|Section 6-707 - Cooperation of State Units

    All executive units of the State shall cooperate with the Department to implement the regulations and policies of the Program.
MD. Human Services Code Ann. §  6-801 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Human Services|Title 6 - Community Services|Subtitle 8 - Financial Capability Services|Section 6-801 - Appropriation in Annual Budget

    For each fiscal year, the Governor shall include in the annual State budget an appropriation of $200,000 for the CASH Campaign of Maryland to promote the financial capability of low–income individuals and families by providing outreach, education, and free tax preparation services.
MD. Human Services Code Ann. §  6-802 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Human Services|Title 6 - Community Services|Subtitle 8 - Financial Capability Services|Section 6-802 - Uses of Appropriation

    An appropriation made under § 6–801 of this subtitle may be used only to:        (1)    provide free volunteer income tax assistance that helps low–income individuals and families:            (i)    file tax returns;            (ii)    avoid predatory fees; and            (iii)    claim the federal earned income tax credit or the State earned income tax credit under § 10–704 of the Tax – General Article;        (2)    coordinate and expand access to free, fact–based financial education and coaching for low–income individuals and families;        (3)    connect low–income individuals and families to affordable, high–quality financial services;        (4)    recruit, train, and manage a corps of volunteers to provide financial education, coaching, and tax preparation services for low–income individuals and families; and        (5)    conduct outreach to low–income individuals and families.
MD. Human Services Code Ann. §  7-201 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Human Services|Title 7 - Individuals With Disabilities|Subtitle 2 - Respite Care for Individuals With Developmental or Functional Disabilities|Section 7-201 - Definitions

    (a)    In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.    (b)    “Department” means the Department of Human Services.    (c)    “Respite care” means short–term care:        (1)    of an individual with a developmental or functional disability described under § 7–202 of this subtitle; and        (2)    that is provided either within or outside the individual’s home to give temporary relief to the individual or the individual’s family.
MD. Human Services Code Ann. §  7-202 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Human Services|Title 7 - Individuals With Disabilities|Subtitle 2 - Respite Care for Individuals With Developmental or Functional Disabilities|Section 7-202 - Individuals With Functional or Developmental Disabilities

    (a)    An individual has a functional disability if the individual has a severe, chronic disability that:        (1)    is attributable to a mental or physical impairment or a combination of mental and physical impairments, including a head injury;        (2)    is likely to continue indefinitely;        (3)    results in substantial functional limitations in at least three of the following areas of major life activity:            (i)    self-care;            (ii)    receptive and expressive language;            (iii)    learning;            (iv)    mobility;            (v)    self-direction;            (vi)    capacity for independent living; and            (vii)    economic self-sufficiency; and        (4)    reflects the individual’s need for a combination and sequence of special interdisciplinary or generic care, treatment, or other services that are:            (i)    lifelong or of extended duration; and            (ii)    individually planned and coordinated.    (b)    An individual has a developmental disability if the individual has a functional disability that is manifested before the individual attains the age of 22 years.
MD. Human Services Code Ann. §  7-203 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Human Services|Title 7 - Individuals With Disabilities|Subtitle 2 - Respite Care for Individuals With Developmental or Functional Disabilities|Section 7-203 - Respite Care Program

    (a)    (1)    There is a Respite Care Program in the Department.        (2)    The purpose of the Program is to provide respite care services in the State.    (b)    The Department shall provide respite care services through:        (1)    local departments of social services; or        (2)    contracts with private nonprofit community-based providers.
MD. Human Services Code Ann. §  7-204 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Human Services|Title 7 - Individuals With Disabilities|Subtitle 2 - Respite Care for Individuals With Developmental or Functional Disabilities|Section 7-204 - Limitations on Respite Care

    Subject to the State budget, within a fiscal year an individual may receive:         (1)    on an hourly basis, up to 24 hours of respite care provided in periods of less than 10 hours in any 24-hour period; and        (2)    on a daily basis, up to 14 days of respite care provided in periods of 10 or more hours in any 24-hour period.
MD. Human Services Code Ann. §  7-205 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Human Services|Title 7 - Individuals With Disabilities|Subtitle 2 - Respite Care for Individuals With Developmental or Functional Disabilities|Section 7-205 - Regulations

    The Department shall adopt regulations governing respite care services, including:         (1)    mandatory standards; and        (2)    sliding fee schedules.
MD. Human Services Code Ann. §  7-301 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Human Services|Title 7 - Individuals With Disabilities|Subtitle 3 - Maryland Commission on Caregiving|Section 7-301 - Definitions

    (a)    In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.    (b)    “Commission” means the Maryland Commission on Caregiving.    (c)    “Department” means the Department of Human Services.
MD. Human Services Code Ann. §  7-302 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Human Services|Title 7 - Individuals With Disabilities|Subtitle 3 - Maryland Commission on Caregiving|Section 7-302 - Established; Purpose

    (a)    There is a Maryland Commission on Caregiving in the Department.    (b)    The purpose of the Commission is to coordinate statewide planning, development, and implementation of family caregiver support services.