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Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.1991.20 - State Employees Risk Management Administration

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.1991.20 a
Conservation of Paper by Units of State Government
A. To the greatest extent practicable, within State agencies, photocopied and printed reproductions of original multi-page documents should be made utilizing both sides of a sheet of paper.
B. The head of each unit of State government shall develop and implement approved plans outlining procedures designed to achieve this goal. These plans shall also include other reasonable procedures to be implemented for the purpose of reducing paper consumption in State government.
C. The head of each unit of State government is responsible for enforcing this Executive Order and shall inform the Governor of the date the approved procedures are fully in effect within their unit.
D. Whenever economically practical, the Secretary of General Services shall insure that procurement officials specify photocopy machines which have the capability to perform two-sided photocopying.
E. The Executive Order shall be effective immediately.
F. All units of the Legislative and the Judicial Branches of Maryland State Government are invited to participate in this conservation measure.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.1992.11 - State Employees Risk Management Administration

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.1992.11 a
Building Performance Standards for State Buildings
All State agencies shall utilize and apply the building performance standards set forth in the State's Model Performance Code at COMAR 05.02.01 and the State Fire Prevention Code at COMAR 12.0 3.01 promulgated pursuant to Article 38A, §3, of the Annotated Code of Maryland, as amended, for all construction, alteration, remodeling and renovations of all buildings that are owned, leased, operated or controlled by the State. Each State agency, however, may select the Administrative and Enforcement provisions that will be applied to a design, construction, alteration, remodeling, or renovation project..
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.1992.20 - State Employees Risk Management Administration

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.1992.20 a
Executive Agency Policy on Smoking
A. Smoking Policy. To provide a healthful environment in buildings and vehicles occupied by State of Maryland agencies and employees, all employees, clients, and visitors are expected to comply with the following:
(1) Smoking Prohibited. Except as provided in §A(3)(a), smoking or carrying any lighted tobacco product is prohibited in all State buildings and facilities, in all space leased or rented by the State, and in government operated shuttle buses.
(2) State Vehicles. State employees are strongly encouraged to refrain from smoking in State vehicles and may not smoke when other nonsmoking passengers are present in the vehicle.
(3) Facilities Housing Clients, Patients, Inmates, and Wards of the State.
(a) A State official or employee in charge of a State facility may prohibit or limit smoking by residents of the facility if:
(i) The prohibition or restriction promotes fire safety, the protection of the health of employees, or otherwise contributes to the proper management of the facility; and
(ii) The prohibition or restriction is consistent with the safety and welfare of the residents, employees, or visitors.
(b) The State official or employee in charge of a State facility shall make reasonable accommodation for an employee who objects to working in an area where smoking by residents is permitted.
(4) Leased Housing. This order does not apply to any structure located on State property that is leased or rented as a residence to a State employee or other individual who is not the responsibility of the State.
(5) Legislative and Judicial Branches of State Government. This order does not apply to the ground and first floor of the State House and spaces assigned to the legislative and judicial branches of government. However, the legislative and judicial branches are called on to establish smoke free environments in those work spaces.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.1993.12 - State Employees Risk Management Administration

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.1993.12 a
Regulatory Reform to Support Manufacturing and Technology-Related Industries
A. The purpose of this Executive Order is:
(1) To establish general policy guidelines for Executive agencies regarding the enforcement and enactment or modification of regulations affecting manufacturing and technology-related industries.
(2) To provide accountability mechanisms that apply to State agencies to ensure that these general policy guidelines are implemented.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.1993.20 - State Employees Risk Management Administration

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.1993.20 a
Alternative Fueled Vehicles
A. Purchase of Alternative Fueled Vehicles.
(1) To the greatest extent practicable, and consistent with operational requirements and the provisions and requirements of this Executive Order, the State shall purchase vehicles that operate on alternative fuels in order to meet the requirements of the National Energy Policy Act of 1992.
(2) In consultation with the Alternative Fuels Work Group, the Department of Budget and Fiscal Planning shall approve for State agencies vehicle specifications in order to provide reasonable and practical options for the purchase of alternative fueled vehicles. The University of Maryland System shall approve similar specifications for the purchase of alternative fueled vehicles within the University System. Specifications are to be balanced appropriately with operating needs and budgets.
(3) The Department of General Services and the University of Maryland System shall procure, for State agencies and the University of Maryland System and its constituent institutions, respectively, approved alternative fueled vehicles and shall ensure that refueling capacity for alternative fuels is available to State agency fleets and the University of Maryland System.
(4) The Department of Budget and Fiscal Planning shall advise agencies and The University of Maryland System concerning specific applications of alternative fuels and assist agencies in specifying alternative fueled vehicles in accordance with approved specifications and guidelines.
(5) The Department of Transportation shall ensure that regulatory prohibitions to alternative fuels are reviewed and addressed.
(6) Cabinet secretaries and the heads of independent agencies shall develop goals for the introduction of dedicated alternative fueled vehicles into their agencies following the approval of vehicle specifications under Section A(1) of this Order. Such goals shall be submitted to the Director of the Maryland Energy Administration beginning with Fiscal Year 1994 and each fiscal year thereafter, and shall take into consideration the number and location of alternative fuel stations.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.1993.22 - State Employees Risk Management Administration

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.1993.22 a
State Postsecondary Review Entity
A. The Maryland Higher Education Commission is designated as the State Postsecondary Review Entity (SPRE) under Sections 494 through 494C of the Higher Education Act of 1965, as added by the Higher Education Amendments of 1992, Pub. L. No. 102-325, 20 U.S.C. §
										1099a to 1099a -3, and shall perform all of the functions described therein on behalf of the State of Maryland.
B. The Commission and the Secretary of Higher Education may enter into any contracts, agreements or understandings, may adopt whatever rules, regulations or policies, and may perform all other acts necessary or appropriate to fulfill its functions as the Maryland SPRE.
C. All affected State agencies, departments, units, and employees shall cooperate fully with the Commission and the Secretary in the performance of their functions under the SPRE program.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.1993.24 - State Employees Risk Management Administration

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.1993.24 a
Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council
A. There is a Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (hereafter referred to as Council), established in accordance with the requirements of Chapter I of Title VII of the Federal Rehabilitation Act, as amended (hereafter referred to as Act). The Council shall:
(1) Work in conjunction with the Maryland State Division of Rehabilitation Services in submitting, monitoring, and evaluating the implementation of the Independent Living Rehabilitation Services State Plan; and
(2) Carry out other duties as stipulated in Section 705(c) of the Act to support the implementation of the State Plan.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.1993.28 - Maryland State Rehabilitation Council

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.1993.28 a
State Employee Payroll Deductions
[Amended COMAR 01.01.1986.14 a ]
A. General Limitations on Voluntary Deductions.
(1) Voluntary deductions are provided by the State for the benefit of a reasonable number of employees. Voluntary deductions must be within the capacity of the Central Payroll Bureau's system that serves the employees and must conform to the Central Payroll Bureau's forms and procedures. When the net amount payable to the employee is not sufficient to cover all of the voluntary deductions, deductions will be made in accordance with the sequence of the items listed in Section B.
(2) All permitted voluntary deductions made on behalf of an employee organization or association (including deductions for insurance programs sponsored by the organization or association) will be provided at no charge as long as only one deduction is used. If additional deductions are requested by an organization or association, it will be required to pay a reasonable charge established by the Central Payroll Bureau taking into account personnel, computer and material costs.
(3) No Department, Board, Commission, or Agency (hereafter referred to as Agency), may authorize solicitation of employees for insurance purposes at the place of employment unless the soliciting agents represent an approved employee organization or association. Payroll deductions shall not be authorized for any insurance premiums which are not included in one of the categories within Section B. Twice a year on a day selected by the Agency, representatives of employee organizations or associations and their insurance agents may be permitted to establish information desks centrally located convenient to State employees for soliciting and giving information about insurance programs. The information desks may be made available to State employees before or after working hours and during lunch and break periods.
(4) Employees shall request all voluntary payroll deductions in writing on Central Payroll Bureau approved forms and all subsequent changes or cancellations shall similarly be in writing on an approved form.
(5) The Central Payroll Bureau shall be held harmless if it deducts, amends or cancels payroll deductions, in accordance with the written request of the employee. All disputes regarding payroll deductions, including refunds and missed deductions, are a matter between the employee and the organization or association receiving the deduction.
(6) Contractual employees are only afforded voluntary deductions for deferred compensation, United States Savings Bonds, Maryland Charity Campaign for State Employees and Retirees, and contributions to labor organizations or associations of management officials which meet the criteria of Section B(9) of this Order.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.1993.33 - Maryland State Rehabilitation Council

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.1993.33 a
Alcohol and Tobacco Advertising on Property Owned or Leased by the Mass Transit Administration of the Maryland Department of Transportation
A. Advertising Policy. The Mass Transit Administration of the Maryland Department of Transportation may not permit or contract for any advertising or promotions of any kind which encourage the public to use or consume alcoholic beverages or tobacco products or any similar advertisement on any property which the agency owns, leases, or otherwise controls.
B. Existing contracts which are inconsistent with this policy shall not be renewed or extended unless contract terms are revised to reflect this policy.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.1994.06 - Maryland State Rehabilitation Council

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.1994.06 a
State Agencies-Internal Audits
A. The appointing authority of each agency that currently performs internal audits shall:
(1) Designate an individual to act as a chief internal auditor;
(2) Implement an effective program of internal audits that includes, as the agency head determines to be necessary, professional and support staff that have the technical proficiency and educational background appropriate for the performance of audits; and
(3) Seek from the Legislature sufficient funding to cover the related costs incurred by the agency in the performance of these duties.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.1994.12 - Maryland State Rehabilitation Council

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.1994.12 a
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
A. The Maryland State Department of Education will work with local health curriculum supervisors to increase the number of school systems that are using educational resources through organizations including, but not limited to, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, the Association of Retarded Citizens and the March of Dimes to address the growing need for staff development inservice training and classroom instruction to prevent FAS-related birth defects.
B. The Governor's Office shall design and distribute a poster that expresses the risk of FAS to pregnant women. The poster shall be distributed to various locations aimed at increasing women's awareness of FAS. The locations shall include restaurants, bars, liquor stores, and schools.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.1994.25 - Maryland State Rehabilitation Council

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.1994.25 a
Grievance Procedure-State Employees
A. The DOP may be made a party in a grievance when the appointing authority, in its decision at the conclusion of the first step of the grievance proceeding, pursuant to State Personnel and Pensions Article, §
									10-207(c), states that the DOP has taken an action adverse to the employee.
B. In cases where the DOP has been named as a party by the appointing authority under paragraph A, the employee may submit the grievance to the second step of the grievance process, pursuant to State Personnel and Pensions Article, §
									10-208(a), and name the DOP as a party at that step. When the DOP has been named as a party, the grievant's department or unit head shall hold a conference with the grievant and a representative of the DOP. The decision of the grievant's department or unit head shall identify any areas of disagreement between the grievant, the appointing authority, and the DOP that have not been resolved.
C. If the DOP has been named as a party under the terms of paragraphs A and B of this Order, the DOP may be named a party at step three of the grievance process.
D. Whenever the DOP has been named a party under this Order, the DOP, the appointing authority, and the grievant shall make every effort to resolve the grievance at the lowest level possible of the grievance process.
E. Nothing in this Order shall be construed to expand the scope of issues that are grievable or of the jurisdiction of the Secretary of Personnel (or of the Office of Administrative Hearings under a delegation of authority from the Secretary) to hear and decide grievances.
F. Officers and employees of the State may assist the Secretary of Personnel as deemed necessary by the Secretary to accomplish the purposes of this Order. Nothing in this Order shall be construed as modifying the authority of the Secretary to establish policy in personnel matters or the duty of officers and employees of the State in assisting the Secretary in carrying out State personnel laws and policies.
G. The Secretary of Personnel and the appointing authorities shall take all actions necessary or desirable to implement this Order.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.1995.20 - Maryland State Rehabilitation Council

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.1995.20 a
Potomac River Fisheries Commission
NOW, THEREFORE, I, PARRIS N. GLENDENING, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF MARYLAND, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY VESTED IN ME BY CHAPTER 589 OF THE ACTS OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF 1994, HEREBY PROCLAIM THAT CHAPTER 589, AS CODIFIED IN SECTION  4-306 OF THE NATURAL RESOURCES ARTICLE, IS VALID AND EFFECTIVE.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.1995.25 - Maryland State Rehabilitation Council

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.1995.25 a
Consolidation of Chesapeake Bay Communications
A. The Chesapeake Bay Communications Coordinating Office, its positions, appropriations, and assets now located in the Executive Department are hereby transferred to the Department of Natural Resources.
B. The Department of Natural Resources shall:
(1) Coordinate State communication plans as outlined in the Maryland Chesapeake Bay Communication Plan;
(2) Cooperate with the Executive Department and the Departments of Agriculture and Environment to promote public information, education, and participation activities designed to involve citizens in restoring the Chesapeake Bay; and
(3) Develop media campaigns to increase public awareness and participation in the cleanup of the Chesapeake Bay.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.1996.03 - Maryland State Rehabilitation Council

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.1996.03 a
Regulatory Standards and Accountability
A. Any unit of State government that proposes to adopt a regulation that provides a standard that is more restrictive or stringent than an applicable standard established under a federal law or regulation which governs the same program or conduct shall:
(1) Identify the manner in which the proposed regulation is more restrictive than the applicable federal standard;
(2) Identify the benefit to the public health, safety or welfare, or the environment, expected from adopting a standard that is more restrictive than the federal standard;
(3) In consultation with the Department of Business and Economic Development, identify whether having a more restrictive standard places an additional burden or cost on the regulated person or business; and
(4) Justify the need for a more restrictive standard by determining that either:
(a) The benefit from the more restrictive standard exceeds the burden or cost of the more restrictive standard on the regulated person or business;
(b) Conditions or circumstances specific or special to Maryland require that Maryland enact a more restrictive standard;
(c) The applicable federal standard is not sufficient to protect the public health, safety, or welfare of Maryland citizens; or
(d) State law requires the adoption of a more restrictive standard.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.1996.07 - Maryland State Rehabilitation Council

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.1996.07 a
Maryland Charity Campaign for State Employees and Retirees
[Amended COMAR 01.01.1993.01 a ]
A. Administration.
(1) The Maryland Charity Campaign for State Employees and Retirees ("the Campaign") shall be administered on an annual basis by the Secretary of State in conformity with the provisions of Executive Order No. 01.01.1983.03 a issued on January 24, 1983, as may be amended, which are not inconsistent with this Order.
(2) The Secretary of State shall develop instructions and procedures applicable to voluntary charitable organizations which may desire to participate in the Campaign in accordance with the eligibility criteria set forth herein.
(3) The Secretary of State shall select a qualified operating agency and execute an agreement with such agency for the conduct of the Campaign in accordance with the provisions of this Executive Order.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.1996.13 - Maryland State Rehabilitation Council

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.1996.13 a
Procedures for Labor-Management Relations in the Executive Branch of State Government
A. Except as provided in paragraph B., this Executive Order applies to all employees of:
(1) The principal departments within the Executive Branch;
(2) The Maryland Insurance Administration;
(3) The State Department of Assessments and Taxation; and
(4) The State Lottery Agency.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.1998.04 - Maryland State Rehabilitation Council

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.1998.04 a
Smart Growth and Neighborhood Conservation Policy
A. Purpose. This Executive Order establishes the Smart Growth and Neighborhood Conservation Policy, as defined in this Executive Order and effectuates the State Economic Growth, and Resource Protection and Planning Policy mandated and adopted by the General Assembly in 1992 (Chapter 437 of the Acts of 1992).
B. Smart Growth and Neighborhood Conservation Policy. The Policy provides that:
(1) State agencies give priority to central business districts, downtown cores, empowerment zones and revitalization areas when funding infrastructure projects or locating new facilities;
(2) State agencies review, evaluate and coordinate programs, services and activities in Priority Funding Areas to enhance and support community revitalization;
(3) State agencies work with local jurisdictions to ensure that programs and activities in rural areas will sustain the character of villages in the area;
(4) State agencies encourage locating workshops, conferences and other meetings in Priority Funding Areas and support available businesses in these areas when planning such activities; and
(5) State agencies encourage federal agencies to adopt flexible regulations and standards which are more responsive to State and local policies and can be used to support the Smart Growth policies.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.1998.06 - Maryland State Rehabilitation Council

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.1998.06 a
The Governor's Committee on Employment of People With Disabilities
[Amended COMAR 01.01.1996.15 a ]
A. There is a Governor's Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities within the Office for Individuals with Disabilities in the Executive Branch of the government.
B. The Governor's Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities is affiliated with the President's Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities located in Washington, D.C.
C. Staff support for the Governor's Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities shall be provided by the Office for Individuals with Disabilities.
D. The membership of the Committee shall consist of a total of 36 members including:
(1) One representative of the Department of Human Resources;
(2) Two representatives of the Department of Budget and Management, including an expert in State personnel issues;
(3) Two representatives of the Maryland State Department of Education, including a representative of the Division of Rehabilitation Services;
(4) One representative of the Executive Department Office for Individuals with Disabilities;
(5) One representative of the Senate of Maryland;
(6) One representative of the Maryland House of Delegates;
(7) One representative of the Maryland Department of Transportation;
(8) One representative of the Department of Labor, Licensing, and Regulation;
(9) One representative of the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene;
(10) One representative of the Department of Housing and Community Development;
(11) One representative of the Maryland Human Relations Commission;
(12) One representative of the Maryland Department of Business and Economic Development;
(13) Members appointed by the Governor to represent business and industry, labor, consumers, consumer advocacy groups, private agencies with disabled client populations, the news media, fraternal and religious groups, the medical community and others within the community interested in the goals and objectives of the Committee; and
(14) At least 14 members of the Committee must be individuals with disabilities.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.1998.07 - Maryland State Rehabilitation Council

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.1998.07 a
Debt Issued by State Entities
[Rescinded COMAR 01.01.1989.13 a ]
A. Definitions. In this Executive Order the following words have the meanings indicated:
(1) "Board" means the Board of Public Works;
(2) "Department" means the Department of Budget and Management;
(3) "Secretary" means the Secretary of the Department of Budget and Management;
(4) "State entity" means any agency or instrumentality of the State other than the Board of Public Works;
(5) "Debt" means a bond, note, bond anticipation note, capital lease, or any other evidence of indebtedness; and
(6) "Transaction" means the issuance of debt.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.1998.25 - Maryland State Rehabilitation Council

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.1998.25 a
Domestic Violence and the Workplace
A. That each department and agency of the State of Maryland shall within the next year adopt policies and procedures which:
(1) Clearly direct that State agencies will not tolerate domestic violence;
(2) Instruct employees on how to offer assistance to domestic violence victims in an expedient, meaningful and confidential manner;
(3) Provide for the conspicuous posting of information about domestic violence and available resources;
(4) Provide for domestic violence awareness training for employees; and
(5) Prohibit unfair treatment of employees by the employers based solely on their status as victims of domestic violence.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.2001.02 - State Advisory Council on Hunger (Rescinds Executive Order 01.01.1996.09)

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.2001.02 a
Sustaining Maryland's Future with Clean Power, Green Buildings and Energy Efficiency
A. Clean Energy Procurement Goal.
(1) For purposes of this Executive Order, "Green Energy" is defined as energy generated from the wind, solar photovoltaic, solar thermal, biomass, landfill gas and the combustion of municipal solid waste.
(2) For the procurement of electricity for use within State owned facilities, the State of Maryland has a goal of 6% to be generated from Green Energy. No more than 50% of the total Green Energy procurement shall be derived from the combustion of municipal solid waste.
(3) In the selection of a power generation contractor chosen through the procurement process, priority consideration should be given to companies that produce green power in Maryland. The chosen contractor shall obtain certification from a State approved accreditation process that the company has met the Green Energy goal.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.2001.06 - State Advisory Council on Hunger (Rescinds Executive Order 01.01.1996.09)

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.2001.06 a
Water Conservation by State Agencies
A. Water Conservation Goal.
(1) State agencies, through water conservation measures, shall reduce water consumption by at least seven percent (7%) by the year 2003, at least eight percent (8%) by the year 2005, at least nine percent (9%) by the year 2007, and at least ten percent (10%) by the year 2010, relative to baseline water use in the year 2000.
(2) For the purposes of this Executive Order, water conservation measures will apply to facilities owned, leased or managed by any State agency. This Executive Order does not apply to water production and supply functions.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.2001.18 - Maryland State Rehabilitation Council [Amends Executive Order 01.01.1993.25]

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.2001.18 a
Maryland State Rehabilitation Council
[Amends Executive Order 01.01.1993.25 a ]
A. There is a Maryland State Rehabilitation Council, hereafter referred to as the Council.
B. Membership and Procedures.
(1) The membership of the Council shall be appointed by the Governor after soliciting recommendations from representatives of organizations representing a broad range of individuals with disabilities and organizations interested in individuals with disabilities, and shall include:
(a) At least one representative of the Statewide Independent Living Council, who may be the chairperson or other designee of the Council;
(b) At least one representative of a parent training and information center;
(c) At least one representative of the client assistance program established under section 112 of the Rehabilitation Act, as amended;
(d) At least one vocational rehabilitation counselor with knowledge of and experience with vocational rehabilitation programs, who shall serve as an ex officio, nonvoting member of the Council if the counselor is an employee of the Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS);
(e) At least one representative of a community rehabilitation program service provider;
(f) Four representatives of business, industry, and labor;
(g) Representatives of disability advocacy groups representing a cross section of:
(i) Individuals with physical, cognitive, sensory, and mental disabilities; and
(ii) Parents, family members, guardians, advocates, or authorized representatives of individuals with disabilities who have difficulty in representing themselves or are unable due to their disabilities to represent themselves;
(h) Current or former applicants for, or recipients of, vocational rehabilitation services;
(i) The Director of DORS, who shall be an ex officio member of the Council;
(j) At least one representative of the Maryland State Department of Education, Division of Special Education/Early Intervention Services;
(k) At least one representative of the Governor's Work Force Investment Board; and
(l) Any additional representatives required under Title I of the Rehabilitation Act, as amended.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.2001.22 - State Advisory Council on Hunger (Rescinds Executive Order 01.01.1996.09)

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.2001.22 a
Stormwater Management on State Lands
A. All State agencies shall:
(1) Establish an Institution/Agency Management Plan in accordance with the "Maryland Stormwater Management Guidelines for State and Federal Projects," issued by the Maryland Department of the Environment, July 1, 2001.
(a) Identify existing developed State owned lands (e.g., all pervious and impervious surfaces) by December 31, 2002.
(b) Identify the stormwater retrofit potential of these lands by December 31, 2003.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.2002.19 - State Advisory Council on Hunger (Rescinds Executive Order 01.01.1996.09)

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.2002.19 a
Interstate Compact for Adult Offender Supervision
A. State Compact Administrator. The Director of the Division of Parole and Probation of the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services shall be the Compact Administrator for Maryland.
B. State Council.
(1) Establishment. There is a Maryland State Council for Interstate Adult Offender Supervision.
(2) Membership. The State Council is comprised of the following members to be supplemented by others that are deemed necessary by the Board:
(a) The Compact Administrator;
(b) The Secretary of the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services or a designee;
(c) A representative of the Senate of Maryland, appointed by the President of the Senate;
(d) A representative of the House of Delegates, appointed by the Speaker of the House;
(e) A representative of the Judiciary, appointed by the Chief Judge of the Maryland Court of Appeals; and
(f) Such other members appointed by the Governor to provide representation from the law enforcement community, prosecutors, the public and private bar, victims' organizations and other interested groups.
(3) Duties. The Maryland State Council for Interstate Adult Offender Supervision shall have the duties prescribed to it under the Maryland Annotated Code, Correctional Services Article, Section  6-205, including:
(a) Appointing the State Compact Administrator as the Commissioner to the National Interstate Commission;
(b) Overseeing and advocating the participation of the State Council in the National Interstate Commission; and
(c) Developing policy concerning operations and procedures of the Interstate Compact for Adult Offender Supervision within the State.
(4) Reports. The State Council shall provide an annual report to the Governor each December 31 concerning its activities.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.2003.20 - State Advisory Council on Hunger (Rescinds Executive Order 01.01.1996.09)

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.2003.20 a
Implementation of the Regulatory Review and Evaluation Act
[Rescinded COMAR 01.01.1986.01 a, 01.01.1991.06 a, and 01.01.1996.04 a ]
A. Purpose.
(1) This Executive Order implements the Regulatory Review and Evaluation Act (the Act) and is issued pursuant to State Government Article, Section  10-133, Annotated Code of Maryland.
(2) The Act requires each unit in the Executive Branch of State government that is authorized by law to adopt regulations to:
(a) propose a schedule for review of existing regulations;
(b) unless exempt, review its existing regulations in accordance with criteria set forth in the Act; and
(c) submit a report to the Administrative, Executive, and Legislative Review (AELR) Committee of the Maryland General Assembly.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.2003.28 - State Advisory Council on Hunger (Rescinds Executive Order 01.01.1996.09)

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.2003.28 a
Governor's Commission on Migratory and Seasonal Farm Labor
[Rescinded COMAR 01.01.1981.01 a, 01.01.1981.07 a, and 01.01.1984.02 a ]
A. There is a Governor's Commission on Migratory and Seasonal Farm Labor in the Department of Human Resources.
B. Membership.
(1) The Commission shall consist of up to 17 members appointed by the Governor, including:
(a) The Secretary of the Department of Agriculture, or a designee;
(b) The Secretary of the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, or a designee;
(c) The Secretary of the Department of Human Resources, or a designee;
(d) The Secretary of the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation, or a designee;
(e) The State Superintendent of the Department of Education, or a designee;
(f) The Director of the University System of Maryland Cooperative Extension Service or a designee; and
(g) Up to 11 members with interest or expertise, who are appointed by the Governor. These members may include representatives of farm workers, growers, service agencies, and other organizations concerned with migratory and seasonal farm labor issues.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.2003.31 - State Advisory Council on Hunger (Rescinds Executive Order 01.01.1996.09)

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.2003.31 a
Access to Assistance and Benefits for Maryland Indians
A. To the extent permitted by existing law, the State shall take reasonable steps to assist American Indian groups and members of those groups that identify themselves as American Indian and as citizens of the State in securing benefits and assistance available under State programs that benefit American Indians.
B. The Maryland Commission on Indian Affairs shall assist the State in identifying American Indian groups in the State that may benefit from State and Federal government programs, and shall inform those American Indian groups and their members that assistance or benefits may be available to them under certain government programs.
C. State agencies shall not prohibit American Indian groups and members of those groups who identify themselves as American Indian and as citizens of this State from identifying their heritage as American Indian on any State forms requiring or permitting identification of racial or ethnic identity, including forms for State vital records, State drivers' license and State identification card applications.
D. Nothing in this Executive Order shall be construed as recognition by the State of a group's status as a Maryland Indian tribe, band, clan, or group.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.2003.49 - State Advisory Council on Hunger (Rescinds Executive Order 01.01.1996.09)

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.2003.49 a
Pesticide Advisory Committee
[Rescinded COMAR 01.01.1993.21 a and 01.01.1997.05 a ]
A. Established. There is a Pesticide Advisory Committee within the Maryland Department of Agriculture.
B. Membership.
(1) The Committee shall consist of up to fifteen members, including:
(a) The Secretary of the Department of Agriculture or a designee;
(b) The Secretary of the Department of Natural Resources or a designee;
(c) The Secretary of the Department of the Environment or a designee;
(d) The Secretary of the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene or a designee;
(e) One representative of the University System of Maryland with expertise in pesticides, designated by the Chancellor;
(f) One member of the Senate of Maryland, appointed by the President of the Senate;
(g) One member of the House of Delegates, appointed by the Speaker of the House;
(h) One member of the Maryland Agricultural Commission, selected by the Secretary of Agriculture; and
(i) Seven members with subject matter interest or expertise named by the Secretary of the Department of Agriculture in consultation with the Governor's Office.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.2004.21 - State Advisory Council on Hunger (Rescinds Executive Order 01.01.1996.09)

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.2004.21B
Enhanced Forestry Management on the Department of Natural Resources-Owned Forest Lands
A. The Department of Natural Resources shall:
(1) Undertake efforts to develop, upgrade and/or modify forest stewardship plans on all DNR-owned lands consistent with and responsive to scientifically based land use conservation goals attendant to watershed, wildlife, fish, biodiversity, recreation, wood fiber, and wilderness enhancement; and
(2) Confer with the Forest Stewardship Council and the Sustainable Forestry Initiative Board in order to determine the parameters of securing forest certification of the State's efforts in managing Maryland's State Forests in an environmentally responsible manner.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.2004.28 - State Advisory Council on Hunger (Rescinds Executive Order 01.01.1996.09)

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.2004.28B
Terrorism Protection-Law Enforcement Services-Expanded Jurisdiction for Maryland Transportation Authority Police
A. The primary responsibility for the provision of law enforcement services by the Maryland Transportation Authority Police shall remain the properties owned, operated by, or under the control of the Maryland Transportation Authority, the Maryland Aviation Administration, and the Maryland Port Administration as provided by Section  4-208(e)  of the Transportation Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland.
B. The Maryland Transportation Authority Police, while on duty, under the authority of the Chief of the Transportation Authority Police, shall, pursuant to Section  4-208(b)(4)(iii)  of the Transportation Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland, and by this Executive Order, have all the powers granted to a peace officer and a police officer of this State as provided by law, henceforth with expanded jurisdiction and authority to protect its facilities and areas of primary jurisdiction and to enhance the protection and safety of all publicly owned, commercial, and/or common carrier transportation assets throughout the State. The Maryland Transportation Authority shall adopt policies and procedures to implement the provisions of this Executive Order and to ensure the safe, efficient, and cooperative provision of law enforcement services in instances in which the expanded jurisdiction and authority is exercised in this State.
C. No provision of this Executive Order is intended to compromise or limit any of the powers, protections or immunities otherwise granted by law to Maryland Transportation Authority police or other law enforcement agencies of the State.
D. This Executive Order is effective upon signature and shall continue in effect unless and until amended, modified, terminated, or rescinded by the Governor, or by operation of law.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.2004.61 - Governor's Workforce Investment Board

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.2004.61B
Non-Veteran Spousal Admission to Charlotte Hall Veterans Home
A. Definition. "Qualifying spouse" means:
(1) The spouse of a veteran who is eligible for admission to Charlotte Hall Veterans Home; or
(2) The spouse of a deceased veteran who would otherwise be eligible for admission to Charlotte Hall Veterans Home.
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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.2005.09B
State of Maryland Adoption of the National Incident Management System
A. The National Incident Management System, as developed and administered under Homeland Security Presidential Directive-5, shall be the State standard for incident management.
B. All State governmental agencies will adopt this system as a basis for command and control of emergency incidents in cooperation with the local jurisdictional response partners.
C. The Maryland Emergency Management Agency, in concurrence with the Governor's Office for Homeland Security, will coordinate and facilitate an aggressive Incident Command System/National Incident Management System training program utilizing a multi-disciplinary, all-hazards approach.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 01 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT › Subtitle 01 - EXECUTIVE ORDERS › Chapter 01.01 - Executive Orders › Section 01.01.2005.24 - Governor's Workforce Investment Board

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EXECUTIVE ORDER 01.01.2005.24B
Governor's Subcabinet for International Affairs
(Amends Executive Order 01.01.2001.20B)
A. There is a Governor's Subcabinet for International Affairs convening on a regular basis for the purpose of developing, evaluating and coordinating a cohesive international strategy in order to enhance the State's competitiveness and stature in the global market place and international arena.
B. Membership and Procedures.
(1) The Subcabinet shall consist of:
(a) The Secretary of State;
(b) The Secretary of the Department of Business and Economic Development;
(c) The Secretary of the Department of Agriculture;
(d) The Secretary of the Department of Transportation;
(e) The Secretary of Higher Education;
(f) The Secretary of the Department of the Environment; and
(g) The Lieutenant Governor.