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Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.01 - General › Section 20.95.01.20 - Transportation Network Company

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A. A Transportation Network Company shall:
(1) Have a permit from the Commission authorizing its operation;
(2) Register with the Maryland State Department of Assessments;
(3) Maintain a registered agent in Maryland;
(4) Comply with all insurance requirements applicable to Transportation Network Companies, and ensure that Transportation Network Operators operating under its permit comply with all Commission Transportation Network Operator licensing requirements, vehicle inspections, and insurance requirements;
(5) Maintain a current registry of all Transportation Network Operators, vehicles and TNC platform activity associated with the TNC and, upon request, make the registry available for Commission review to assure compliance with this chapter;
(6) Provide Transportation Network Operators with a Transportation Network Company identification as defined under 20.95.01.24A(6)  and 20.95.01.24A(7);
(7) Provide the following information on its website:
(a) The Transportation Network Company's customer service telephone number or electronic mail address;
(b) The procedure for reporting a complaint; and
(c) A telephone number and electronic mail address for the Maryland Public Service Commission.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.01 - General › Section 20.95.01.22 - Transportation Network Operator

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A Transportation Network Operator shall:
A. Comply with all applicable Commission, vehicle inspection, and insurance requirements;
B. Accept only transportation arranged through a TNC's digital network and shall not solicit or accept street-hails;
C. Display a TNC identification defined under Regulation .24A(6 and (7) of this chapter at any time that the operator is logged onto a TNC's digital network;
D. Possess a valid driver's license;
E. Be at least 18 years of age, and have at least 6 months of licensed driving experience; and
F. Upon request, provide the Commission with a valid motor vehicle safety inspection certificate.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.01 - General › Section 20.95.01.23 - Transportation Network Company Operator Vehicle Permits

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A. An individual who wishes to operate as a Transportation Network Operator may apply for a vehicle permit through a TNC.
B. A TNC is authorized to file with the Commission an application for a vehicle permit.
C. The Commission shall issue a vehicle permit for a Transportation Network Operator Vehicle upon receipt and review of a complete application. An application will be deemed complete if it contains:
(1) A copy of the valid vehicle registration for the Transportation Network Operator Vehicle;
(2) A copy of a valid safety inspection certificate ; and
(3) Proof that the vehicle complies with all insurance requirements set forth in Public Utilities Article, §10-405, Annotated Code of Maryland.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.01 - General › Section 20.95.01.24 - Transportation Network Company Operator Vehicle

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A Transportation Network Operator Vehicle shall:
A. Have, or have applied for and not been denied, a permit from the Commission authorizing its operation;
B. Have a manufacturers rated seating capacity of no more than 8 passengers including the driver;
C. Not exceed more than 12 model years age, except as provided in Regulation .11A(6) of this chapter;
D. Comply with all required equipment and minimum safety standards as defined in Regulation .11 of this chapter;
E. Comply with all insurance requirements as defined in Public Utilities Article, §10-405, Annotated Code of Maryland; and
F. At all times while engaged on the TNC platform display on the vehicle's rear passenger side window, a consistent and distinctive TNC identification, approved by the Commission, consisting of a logo, insignia, or emblem. The TNC identification shall be:
(1) Sufficiently large and color contrasted so as to be readable during daylight hours at a distance of at least 50 fee;,
(2) Reflective or otherwise patently visible in darkness, and
(3) Displayed in a manner that complies with Maryland motor vehicle laws.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.01 - General › Section 20.95.01.25 - Accessibility and Non-Discrimination

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A. For purposes of this regulation, 'Accessible" means fully and equally accessible to and independently usable by individuals with disabilities so that the individuals are able to acquire the same information, engage in the same interactions, and enjoy the same services as users without disabilities, with substantially equivalent ease of use.
B. By July 1, 2016, a carrier or TNC that operates five or more vehicles under its permit shall:
(1) Ensure that the company's websites and mobile applications are accessible to the blind and visually impaired and the deaf and hard of hearing; and
(2) Provide a report to the Commission Staff, on how the company intends to increase access to wheelchair accessible public or private vehicle-for-hire service to individuals with disabilities.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.02 - Overhead Clearances of Railroads › Section 20.95.02.01 - Definitions

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A. In this chapter, the following terms have the meanings indicated.
B. Terms Defined.
(1) "Height of a freight car" means the distance between the top of the rail and the top of the running board.
(2) "Main track" means track on which the authorized speed of freight trains is in excess of 30 miles per hour.
(3) "Overhead clearance" means the vertical distance from the level of the top of the highest rail to a structure or obstruction above.
(4) "Side of a freight car" means that part or appurtenance of a car at the maximum distance measured at right angles from the center line of the car.
(5) "Side clearance" means the shortest distance from the center line of track to a structure or obstruction at the side of track.
(6) "Width of a freight car" means twice the distance from the center line to the side of a car as defined in these regulations.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.02 - Overhead Clearances of Railroads › Section 20.95.02.02 - Exemptions

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A. Nothing in this chapter shall be construed as preventing the movement or distribution of material over tracks when that material is necessary in the construction or maintenance of the tracks, nor in the movement of special work equipment used in the construction, maintenance, or operation of the railroad, provided those movements shall be carried on under conditions reasonably necessary to provide for the safety of all concerned.
B. If, in any particular case, exemption from any of the requirements of these regulations is deemed necessary by the carrier concerned, the Commission will consider the application of the carrier for the exemption when accompanied by a full statement of the conditions existing and the reason why the exemption is asked. An exemption so granted will be limited to the particular case covered by the application.
C. The Commission reserves the right to modify any of the provisions of these regulations in specific cases when, in the Commission's opinion, public safety, convenience, or necessity would be served by so doing.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.02 - Overhead Clearances of Railroads › Section 20.95.02.03 - Overhead Clearances

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A. The minimum overhead clearance above railroad tracks which are used or proposed to be used for transporting freight cars shall be 22 feet, except as otherwise provided in these regulations. Structures constructed before July 28, 1953 may be maintained at existing clearances and additional tracks may be constructed and existing tracks reconstructed under them at the same clearances.
B. The overhead clearance above the top of the rail of tracks located at the entrance and inside of buildings may be reduced to 18 feet provided that:
(1) This clearance applies only to tracks terminating within the building; and
(2) When an overhead clearance of less than 22 feet exists on tracks inside the buildings, all cars, trains, motors, engines, or other equipment shall be brought to a stop before entering the buildings.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.02 - Overhead Clearances of Railroads › Section 20.95.02.05 - Overhead and Side Clearances

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A. Clearances That May Be Decreased.
(1) The overhead and side clearances prescribed in these regulations may be decreased to the extent of a line extending diagonally downward from a point 4 feet from the center line of track 22 feet above the top of the rail to a point 8 feet 6 inches from the center line of track at 15 feet 3 inches above the top of the rail.
(2) For tracks located at entrances to and inside buildings with 18 feet overhead and 8 feet side clearance as prescribed in these regulations, the overhead and side clearances may be decreased to the extent of a line extending diagonally downward from a point 4 feet from the center line of track 18 feet above the top of the rail to a point 8 feet from the center line of track at 14 feet above the top of the rail.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.02 - Overhead Clearances of Railroads › Section 20.95.02.06 - Clearance Between Parallel Tracks

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A. The minimum distance between the center lines of parallel tracks shall be not less than 14 feet for main tracks and not less than 13 feet 6 inches for yard and side tracks except as otherwise provided in these regulations.
B. The center line of any track, except a main track or a passing track, parallel and adjacent to a main track or a passing track, shall be at least 15 feet from the center line of the main track or passing track. However, where a passing track is adjacent to and at least 15 feet distant from the main track, any other track may be constructed adjacent to the passing track with clearance of not less than 13 feet 6 inches.
C. The center line of any ladder track, constructed parallel to any other adjacent track, shall have a clearance of not less than 18 feet from the center line of the other track, except that parallel ladder tracks shall have a clearance of not less than 19 feet center line to center line.
D. The minimum distance between the center lines of parallel team, house, and industry tracks shall be not less than 13 feet.
E. Tracks constructed before July 28, 1953 may be extended without increasing distances between tracks.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.02 - Overhead Clearances of Railroads › Section 20.95.02.07 - Other Conditions and Obstructions Adjacent to Tracks

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A. Merchandise, material, or other articles may not knowingly be permitted to remain piled or assembled on the ground or on platforms adjacent to any track at a distance less than 8 feet 6 inches from the center line of track. On industrial tracks the responsibility for compliance with this regulation shall rest with the industry. A suitable line or other marker should be maintained at a distance of 8 feet 6 inches from the center line of track, on all platforms, excluding passenger platforms, to indicate the space along the edge of the platform which must be kept clear of merchandise, material, or other articles.
B. The space between tracks ordinarily used by train and yardmen and other employees as a walkway in the discharge of their duties and the space beside the tracks within 8 feet 6 inches of the center line of track shall be kept in a reasonably suitable condition for that purpose.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.02 - Overhead Clearances of Railroads › Section 20.95.02.08 - Lesser Clearances Created Before July 28, 1953

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Except as otherwise provided in these regulations, where the overhead or side clearances between a track and any building, structure, or facility are less than the minimum prescribed in these regulations, but were created before July 28, 1953, the minimum clearances prescribed in these regulations shall be provided whenever the building, structure, or facility is relocated or reconstructed. However, the Commission will consider specific requests for the future continuance of the prior clearances at the reconstructed building, structure, or facility when application for a continuance has been made as provided in Regulation .02B of this chapter.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.02 - Overhead Clearances of Railroads › Section 20.95.02.09 - Compliance

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Except as provided in these regulations, a railroad corporation may not operate or permit to be operated any cars, trains, motors, engines, or other rolling equipment over its own tracks, or industrial sidings directly connected with its own tracks, or connected with its own tracks through other industrial sidings, on which overhead or side clearances, or clearances between tracks, are less than the minimum prescribed in these regulations, if the tracks or structures adjacent to the tracks are constructed or reconstructed subsequent to the effective date of these regulations by the railroad or by others where the railroad has the right to control the construction or reconstruction.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.02 - Overhead Clearances of Railroads › Section 20.95.02.10 - Due Care

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These regulations do not constitute a finding by the Commission that compliance or noncompliance shall be determinative of the question of due care.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.03 - Bulk Carriers of Flammable or Combustible Liquids › Section 20.95.03.01 - Authority

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The Public Utilities Article, Annotated Code of Maryland, provides that the Commission shall have the power to make such reasonable regulations as it deems necessary to carry out the provisions of this law and any other law relating to the Commission.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.03 - Bulk Carriers of Flammable or Combustible Liquids › Section 20.95.03.02 - Applicability

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These regulations apply Statewide to all carriers performing intrastate operations for hire.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.03 - Bulk Carriers of Flammable or Combustible Liquids › Section 20.95.03.03 - Saving Clause

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The formulation of these regulations does not preclude the Commission from altering or amending them in whole or in part, or from requiring any other additional service, equipment, facility, or standard, either upon complaint or upon its own motion, or upon the application of a carrier. Furthermore, these standards do not relieve any carrier from any of its duties under any orders of the Public Service Commission which are not in conflict with them, or under the laws of this State.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.03 - Bulk Carriers of Flammable or Combustible Liquids › Section 20.95.03.04 - Definitions

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A. In this chapter, unless the language or context indicates that a different meaning is intended, the followingterms shall have the meanings indicated.
B. Terms Defined.
(1) "Carrier" means the holder of a permit.
(2) "Carriers of flammables" means any motor vehicle:
(a) Common carrier which transports in bulk, in tank vehicles, any liquid which will give off flammable vapors at or below 300°F, or any liquid which, when mixed with wood, sawdust, rags or similar organic substances, will cause spontaneous heating and ignition; and
(b) Contract carrier as further defined.
(3) "Commission" means the Public Service Commission of Maryland.
(4) "Contract carriers of flammables" means and includes any person which, under individual written contracts or agreements of a term or duration of not less than 90 days, within a limited number of persons, engages in the transportation, as a carrier of flammables, in bulk, for compensation within the State.
(5) "Operator" means a person engaged in driving a tank vehicle for which a permit has been issued.
(6) "Owner" means the individual, partnership, or company to whom a permit has been issued.
(7) "Permit" means a permit issued by the Public Service Commission.
(8) "Roads" means public streets or highways within the State.
(9) "State" means the State of Maryland.
(10) "Tank vehicles" includes all vehicles used in the transportation of inflammable or combustible liquids, in bulk, for compensation, upon the public streets or highways within the State.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.03 - Bulk Carriers of Flammable or Combustible Liquids › Section 20.95.03.05 - Test for Flash Point

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Tagliabue's Open Cup Tester is recognized as the measuring method in determining inflammable or combustible liquids which give off inflammable vapors at or below 300°F.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.03 - Bulk Carriers of Flammable or Combustible Liquids › Section 20.95.03.06 - Permit Requirements

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A. A tank vehicle may not be used in the public intrastate transportation of flammables for hire over the improved streets or roads of this State, or any political subdivision of it, without a permit from the Commission to the owner.
B. A permit (certificate) shall be required for a motor carrier when engaged in the carriage of flammables in bulk, within the scope of the definitions as provided by law. Permits shall be of two classes:
(1) Common carrier certificate (permits); and
(2) Contract carrier certificates (permits).
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.03 - Bulk Carriers of Flammable or Combustible Liquids › Section 20.95.03.07 - Filing and Posting of Tariffs

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Every carrier of inflammable or combustible liquids, in bulk, in tank vehicles, and for compensation, as defined in these regulations, shall file with the Commission a tariff schedule of its rates and charges. Copies of the schedules shall be plainly printed, shall be open to public inspection, and shall be posted in such manner as to be readily accessible to and conveniently inspected by the public, as may be ordered by the Commission. The schedules shall in all other respects be subject to the applicable tariff provisions of the law.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.03 - Bulk Carriers of Flammable or Combustible Liquids › Section 20.95.03.08 - Permits

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A. Application for Permits. All original applications for permits shall be made upon forms provided by the Commission, and shall be signed by the applicant. At the time of making the application, the applicant shall be given a copy of these regulations and shall certify in his application that he agrees to comply with them.
B. Form of Permit. The permits shall be in such form as from time to time may be prescribed by the Commission, but in all instances shall contain the Commission's permit number, the name and address of the person or persons, association, or corporation to whom or to which issued. The grantee or grantees of a permit shall notify the Commission promptly of any change of address occurring after issuance of the permit.
C. Duration of Permits. Permits issued to authorized carriers on or after September 1st in any year shall remain in effect until the expiration date shown on them, unless suspended or revoked or otherwise cancelled. Applications for renewal of permits shall be made not less than 15 days before the expiration date shown on the permit to be renewed.
D. Revocation or Suspension of Permit.
(1) The violation of any of these regulations shall be sufficient cause for the revocation or suspension of a permit.
(2) If the grantee or grantees of a permit fail to keep the required insurance or bond in force, the Commission will summarily revoke the permits.
(3) The Commission may, in its discretion, suspend for a period not to exceed 6 months the permit of any carrier who is convicted of two or more violations of the conditions of the permit within a period of 1 year. Upon any conviction of three or more violations within a period of 1 year, the Commission may revoke the permit of the carrier and may not issue or reissue a permit to the carrier before the expiration of 1 year from the date of the revocation.
(4) Except as otherwise stated in these regulations, a permit may not be revoked or suspended until after an investigation and hearing held upon not less than 5 days' notice to the grantee or grantees of the permit. Notice of the hearing shall be in writing and shall be served upon the grantee, or upon one of the grantees if there is more than one, or upon the proper agent for service if the grantee is a corporation. The notice may be sent by mail to the address given in the application for permit, or to the changed address subsequently filed with the Commission. This mailing shall be as effective and binding as personal service. Whenever notice is given by mail, as provided in these regulations, the date of mailing shall be considered as the time when notice is served.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.03 - Bulk Carriers of Flammable or Combustible Liquids › Section 20.95.03.09 - Vehicles

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A. Identification of Vehicles. Every carrier operating one or more tank vehicles under permit of this Commission shall have its name or identification appear conspicuously upon the power unit of each vehicle. The permit number assigned by the Commission shall also appear prominently displayed upon each power unit. Tank vehicles transporting inflammable or combustible liquids having a flash point of 80 degrees or less shall be conspicuously or legibly marked FLAMMABLE on each side and the rear in letters at least 3 inches high on a background of sharply contrasting color.
B. Physical and Mechanical Condition.
(1) All tank vehicles operating under the Commission's permit shall at all times be kept in proper physical and mechanical condition to render safe, adequate, and convenient service. Failure to keep a tank vehicle in proper condition shall be sufficient ground for the revocation or suspension of the permit.
(2) The regulations of the Interstate Commerce Commission, insofar as they relate to tank vehicles transporting flammable commodities as described in the Public Utilities Article, Annotated Code of Maryland, and to the extent that they are not contrary to or inconsistent with these regulations, shall apply to all carriers receiving permits from the Commission.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.03 - Bulk Carriers of Flammable or Combustible Liquids › Section 20.95.03.10 - Operators

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A. Qualification of Operation. A tank vehicle may not be driven by a person who:
(1) Is addicted to the use of narcotics or intoxicating liquor;
(2) Is not of good moral character;
(3) Is mentally deficient or physically defective to such an extent as to impair his ability to properly, conveniently, and efficiently operate the vehicle;
(4) Is not experienced in operating motor vehicles and fully competent to operate a tank vehicle; or
(5) Has not obtained an operator's or chauffeur's license, or both, as required by Maryland Law for drivers of motor vehicles.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.03 - Bulk Carriers of Flammable or Combustible Liquids › Section 20.95.03.11 - Insurance or Bond

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A. Requirements. A motor vehicle transporting flammable or combustible liquids in bulk for which a permit is necessary may not be operated unless the carrier maintains a liability policy or a bond for that motor vehicle.
B. Liability Insurance.
(1) If a carrier elects liability insurance coverage, the minimum insurance required for each tank vehicle is $1,000,000 combined single limit for each accident.
(2) The minimum cargo liability insurance required for freight transported is:
(a) $5,000 for loss of or damage to property carried on any one motor vehicle; and
(b) $10,000 for the aggregate loss of or damage to property occurring at any one time.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.03 - Bulk Carriers of Flammable or Combustible Liquids › Section 20.95.03.12 - Uniform System of Accounts

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A. The Commission adopts, effective January 1, 1963, the Uniform System of Accounts published by the Interstate Commerce Commission applicable to common and contract motor carriers of property as its uniform system of accounts for carriers of flammables. As may be necessary, the Commission will supplement these regulations so that proper accounting records will be maintained to provide the necessary accounts and data to calculate the operating ratio for the intrastate transportation of flammables.
B. The Commission will, beginning with the calendar year 1963, provide an annual report form on which carriers of flammables shall submit appropriate intrastate operating statements and schedules.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.03 - Bulk Carriers of Flammable or Combustible Liquids › Section 20.95.03.13 - Violations and Penalties

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A. Violations.
(1) An owner of a motor vehicle who neglectfully and with prior knowledge causes or permits the violation of Public Utilities Article, Annotated Code of Maryland, or this chapter, may be guilty of a violation and subject to a civil penalty under this regulation as fully as though the owner was operating the motor vehicle personally at the time.
(2) In the case of a corporation, an officer, agent, or employee who violates, procures, aids, or abets any violation of Public Utilities Article, Annotated Code of Maryland, or this chapter, may be determined to be individually guilty of a violation.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.04 - Operation of Aircraft Engaged in the Public Transportation of Persons or Property for Hire › Section 20.95.04.01 - General

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The laws of Maryland require that the service and facilities furnished in the public transportation of passengers or property for hire within the State shall be safe and adequate and in all respects just and reasonable. There are set forth here those regulations to which the service and facilities pertaining to the operation of aircraft in common carrier service, under permits issued by the Public Service Commission, shall conform until further order of the Commission.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.04 - Operation of Aircraft Engaged in the Public Transportation of Persons or Property for Hire › Section 20.95.04.02 - Saving Clause

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The formulation of these regulations does not preclude the Commission from altering or amending them in whole or in part, or from requiring any other or additional service, equipment, facility, or standard, and these regulations do not relieve an owner or operator of aircraft from any of his duties under any orders of the Public Service Commission which are not in conflict with these regulations, or under the laws of this State.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.04 - Operation of Aircraft Engaged in the Public Transportation of Persons or Property for Hire › Section 20.95.04.03 - Definitions

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A. In this chapter, unless the language or context indicates that a different meaning is intended, the following terms have the meanings indicated.
B. Terms Defined.
(1) "Aircraft" means the plane or other conveyance for which a permit has been issued.
(2) "Airman" means the pilot (including copilot) of an aircraft for which a permit has been issued.
(3) "Airworthy" means in conformity with the requirements of the Federal Aviation Administration.
(4) "Carrier" and "operator" mean the holder of a permit.
(5) "Commission" means the Public Service Commission of Maryland.
(6) "Permit" means permit issued by the Public Service Commission of Maryland.
(7) "State" means the State of Maryland.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.04 - Operation of Aircraft Engaged in the Public Transportation of Persons or Property for Hire › Section 20.95.04.04 - Necessity for Permit

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An aircraft may not be operated in common carrier intrastate service in this State until a permit for it has been obtained from the Commission. The permits may be issued by the Commission at any time during the year, and for such length of time as the Commission may deem best for the public convenience and necessity. Unless a date of expiration is shown on it, a permit will continue in effect until revoked or cancelled by the Commission. Permits may not be transferable, except by order of the Commission. All permits will be subject to the limitation that the operations authorized by them shall be started within 30 days from the date of the permit.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.04 - Operation of Aircraft Engaged in the Public Transportation of Persons or Property for Hire › Section 20.95.04.05 - Violations

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The owner of an aircraft to which these regulations are applicable, who causes or permits, or allows to be caused or permitted, the violation of any of these regulations or the operation of the aircraft contrary to the requirements of these regulations, shall himself be deemed guilty of a violation of them as though he were operating the aircraft personally at the time. In the case of a corporation, the officer, agent, or employee of the corporation who violates or procures, aids or abets any violation of these regulations or permits the operation of an aircraft contrary to the requirements of them, shall be deemed personally guilty of a violation.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.04 - Operation of Aircraft Engaged in the Public Transportation of Persons or Property for Hire › Section 20.95.04.06 - Penalties

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The penalties for the violation of any of these regulations are prescribed by Public Utilities Article, §13-101(c), Annotated Code of Maryland.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.04 - Operation of Aircraft Engaged in the Public Transportation of Persons or Property for Hire › Section 20.95.04.07 - FAA Certificate Required

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All aircraft and airmen employed in common carrier service operated under permits from this Commission shall be certificated by the Federal Aviation Administration and registered with the State Aviation Administration of Maryland.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.04 - Operation of Aircraft Engaged in the Public Transportation of Persons or Property for Hire › Section 20.95.04.08 - Permits

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A. Application for Permits. Applications for permits shall be made on forms supplied by the Commission and shall give all information necessary to identify the aircraft and the landing fields to be used, the nature of the operation, including time schedules and tariffs, the insurance coverage, etc.
B. Form of Permit. A separate permit will be issued for each aircraft and will be limited to the operation between specified air fields.
C. Revocation or Suspension of Permit. Failure to render satisfactory service or violation of the Commission's regulations may cause suspension or revocation of a permit. A permit will not be revoked without a hearing.
D. Display of Permit. The permit shall be properly displayed in the aircraft to which it is related, at all times when the aircraft is in operation.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.04 - Operation of Aircraft Engaged in the Public Transportation of Persons or Property for Hire › Section 20.95.04.09 - Established Route

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The holder of a permit will be entitled, under the permit, to operate only over the route described on the permit, using only the particular aircraft and landing fields which are designated in the permit.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.04 - Operation of Aircraft Engaged in the Public Transportation of Persons or Property for Hire › Section 20.95.04.10 - Fixed Schedules

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The schedules as filed shall be maintained as closely as due consideration of safety will permit and a change may not be made in a schedule without due notice to the Commission and to the public.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.04 - Operation of Aircraft Engaged in the Public Transportation of Persons or Property for Hire › Section 20.95.04.11 - Filing and Posting Tariffs and Time Schedules

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All tariffs and time schedules shall be filed with the Commission and posted in convenient form for the information of the public and shall be kept current. A change in rates may not be made on less than 30 days' notice except by special permission of the Commission.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.04 - Operation of Aircraft Engaged in the Public Transportation of Persons or Property for Hire › Section 20.95.04.12 - Interruption of Service

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The Commission shall be notified promptly of any interruption of service, together with the reason for the interruption. The operators shall keep a continuing record of all interruptions which shall show the date, duration, and cause, and shall submit reports as directed by the Commission.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.04 - Operation of Aircraft Engaged in the Public Transportation of Persons or Property for Hire › Section 20.95.04.13 - Reckless or Unsafe Operation

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The safety of passengers shall be given first consideration. Evidence of reckless or unsafe operation will be cause for revocation of permit.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.04 - Operation of Aircraft Engaged in the Public Transportation of Persons or Property for Hire › Section 20.95.04.14 - Weather

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The operator shall keep informed of the official weather forecasts and be alert to protect the service against unfavorable weather.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.04 - Operation of Aircraft Engaged in the Public Transportation of Persons or Property for Hire › Section 20.95.04.15 - Accidents

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Accidents shall be reported promptly to the Commission on such forms as the Commission may prescribe and the carrier shall keep a record of all accidents which shall be in such detail as to disclose all conditions which may be useful in guarding against repetitions.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.04 - Operation of Aircraft Engaged in the Public Transportation of Persons or Property for Hire › Section 20.95.04.16 - First-Aid Kit

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There shall be carried on each aircraft at all times, a conveniently accessible first-aid kit adequate for proper first-aid treatment of passengers and crew.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 20 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION › Subtitle 95 - TRANSPORTATION › Chapter 20.95.04 - Operation of Aircraft Engaged in the Public Transportation of Persons or Property for Hire › Section 20.95.04.17 - Equipment

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A. Physical Condition. All aircraft and all equipment used in connection with the aircraft shall be maintained in proper physical condition to render safe and comfortable service, and shall be kept clean and sanitary.
B. Reserve Equipment. Sufficient reserve aircraft and equipment shall be provided and maintained in readiness for immediate use to assure the regularity of the scheduled service.
C. Fire Extinguisher. An approved type of fire extinguisher shall be carried at all times in each aircraft while in service and shall be readily accessible and prepared for immediate use.
D. Inspection. Representatives of the Commission authorized to make inspections in the enforcement of these regulations, will be provided with appropriate badges for identification. They shall have the right to enter into all aircraft employed in the service for the purpose of ascertaining whether or not the regulations are being observed. Refusal to permit an inspection shall be sufficient cause for the revocation or suspension of the permit.
E. Maintenance. An adequate maintenance force of competent personnel shall be employed, whose duty it shall be to keep all aircraft and equipment in a constant state of airworthiness. Aircraft may not be operated unless at the time of use it is in airworthy condition and is loaded in conformity with the current loading schedule.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 21 - STATE PROCUREMENT REGULATIONS › Subtitle 01 - GENERAL PROVISIONS › Chapter 21.01.01 - Authority, Policies, and Purposes › Section 21.01.01.01 - Promulgating Authorities

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A. The
				promulgating authorities for the State procurement regulations are: the Board
				of Public Works (the Governor, Comptroller, and Treasurer); the Comptroller of
				the Treasury; the State Treasurer; and the Secretaries of General Services and
				Transportation.
B. Regulations
				concerning the Maryland State Board of Contract Appeals shall be promulgated by
				the Appeals Board.
C. Regulations
				concerning prevailing wage shall be promulgated by the Commissioner of Labor
				and Industry, Department of Labor, Licensing, and Regulation.
D. Regulations concerning veteran-owned small
				business enterprise participation shall be promulgated by the Governor's Office
				of Small, Minority, and Women Business Affairs.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 21 - STATE PROCUREMENT REGULATIONS › Subtitle 01 - GENERAL PROVISIONS › Chapter 21.01.01 - Authority, Policies, and Purposes › Section 21.01.01.02 - Regulations Compliance and Review

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The promulgating authorities shall determine compliance with
				  the regulations. The Comptroller of the Treasury shall audit and review State
				  agency payment requests to ensure compliance with the
				  regulations.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 21 - STATE PROCUREMENT REGULATIONS › Subtitle 01 - GENERAL PROVISIONS › Chapter 21.01.01 - Authority, Policies, and Purposes › Section 21.01.01.03 - Policies and Purposes

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The principal policies and purposes of these regulations are
				  to:
A. Provide for increased public
				confidence in the procedures followed in public procurement;
B. Ensure the fair and equitable treatment of
				all persons who deal with the procurement system of this State;
C. Simplify, clarify, and modernize the
				regulations governing procurement by this State;
D. Permit the continued development of
				procurement regulations, policies, and practices;
E. Provide increased economy in State
				procurement activities and to maximize to the fullest extent the purchasing
				power of the State;
F. Provide
				safeguards for the maintenance of a procurement system of quality and
				integrity;
G. Foster effective
				broad-based competition through support of the free enterprise system;
				and
H. Promote development of
				uniform procurement procedures to the extent possible.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 21 - STATE PROCUREMENT REGULATIONS › Subtitle 01 - GENERAL PROVISIONS › Chapter 21.01.01 - Authority, Policies, and Purposes › Section 21.01.01.04 - Application of Maryland Law

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The principles of the law of Maryland shall be used to
				  interpret the provisions of this title.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 21 - STATE PROCUREMENT REGULATIONS › Subtitle 01 - GENERAL PROVISIONS › Chapter 21.01.03 - Applicability › Section 21.01.03.01-1 - Public Universities and Colleges

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A. Except as
				provided in this regulation, the University System of Maryland, Morgan State
				University, Baltimore City Community College, and St. Mary's College of
				Maryland are exempt from applicability of this title and Division II of the
				State Finance and Procurement Article, Annotated Code of Maryland.
B. Applicable Provisions of State Finance and
				Procurement Article, Annotated Code of Maryland.
(1) The following provisions of State Finance
				and Procurement Article, Annotated Code of Maryland, apply to the University
				System of Maryland, Morgan State University, Baltimore City Community College,
				and St. Mary's College of Maryland:
(a) 11-205
				(Collusion);
(b)
											§11-205.1
				(Falsification, Concealment, etc., of Material Facts);
(c)
											§13-219 (Nondiscrimination
				Clause);
(d)
											§13-225
				(Retainage);
(e)
											§15-226
				(Prompt Payment of Subcontractors);
(f) Title 14, Subtitle 3 (Minority Business
				Enterprise Participation) and Subtitle 7 (Certified Local Farm Enterprise
				Program);
(g) Title 15, Subtitle 1
				(Procurement Contract Administration);
(h) Title 16 (Suspension and Debarment of
				Contractors);
(i) Title 17,
				Subtitle 5 (eMaryland Marketplace - Use by Certain Persons); and
(j) 14-110(b) and (c) (Preferred Provider
				Reporting).
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 21 - STATE PROCUREMENT REGULATIONS › Subtitle 01 - GENERAL PROVISIONS › Chapter 21.01.03 - Applicability › Section 21.01.03.02 - General Applicability

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A. These
				regulations apply to every expenditure by a State agency for the acquisition,
				rental, purchase, or lease of supplies, services, maintenance, construction,
				construction-related services, architectural services, engineering services,
				and the lease of real property by the State as lessee. These regulations also
				apply to certain revenue-producing contracts as set forth in Regulation .03B of
				this chapter.
B. Each regulation
				adopted under this title that is in effect on the date of award of any
				procurement contract, unless otherwise indicated in the regulation, is
				applicable to the contract.
C. A
				regulation adopted under this title may not change any right or obligation
				under a procurement contract in existence before the effective date of the
				regulation.
Code of Maryland Regulations › Title 21 - STATE PROCUREMENT REGULATIONS › Subtitle 01 - GENERAL PROVISIONS › Chapter 21.01.03 - Applicability › Section 21.01.03.03 - Organizational Applicability

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A. Every State
				agency is subject to the provisions of these regulations unless expressly
				exempted by this title or by statute.
B. Specifically subject to these regulations
				are:
(1) Procurements by a State agency, even
				if a resulting procurement contract will involve no expenditure by the State
				and will produce revenue for the State for services that are to be provided for
				the benefit of:
(a) State officials, State
				employees, or students at a State facility, including a school, hospital,
				institution, or recreational facility;
(b) Clients or patients at a State hospital
				or State institution;
(c) The
				public at a State recreational facility;
(d) The public at a State transportation
				facility, unless a revenue-producing contract involves:
(i) A license, permit, or similar permission
				to use State facilities for activities related to the movement of passengers or
				goods, or for providing goods or services to passengers, patrons, or tenants at
				a transportation facility, or for advertising or promotional purposes;
				or
(ii) A lease of State property
				under State Finance and Procurement Article, Title 10, Subtitle 3, Annotated
				Code of Maryland; or
(e)
				The public at a State higher education facility unless a revenue-producing
				contract involves:
(i) Research contracts or
				grants sponsored by third parties,
(ii) Administration of intellectual property
				rights,
(iii) Housing, food, and
				related supply or service contracts for conference facilities, or
(iv) Permission for exhibitions or displays
				on campus property;