Maryland § 25-302
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 25-302, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 25-302.
(a) No political subdivision of this State shall be party to a library agreement which provides for the construction or maintenance of a library pursuant to Article III, subdivision (c)(7) of the Compact, nor pledge its credit in support of such a library, or contribute to the capital financing thereof, except after compliance with any laws applicable to such political subdivisions relating to or governing capital outlays and the pledging of credit.
(b) As used in the Compact, “State library agency,” with reference to this State, means the Maryland State Library Agency.
(c) An interstate library district lying partly within this State may claim and be entitled to receive State aid in support of any of its functions to the same extent and in the same manner as such functions are eligible for support when carried on by entities wholly within this State. For the purposes of computing and apportioning State aid to an interstate library district, this State will consider that portion of the area which lies within this State as an independent entity for the performance of the aided function or functions and compute and apportion the aid accordingly. Subject to any applicable laws of this State, such a district also may apply for and be entitled to receive any federal aid for which it may be eligible.
(d) The State Librarian shall be the compact administrator pursuant to Article X of the Compact. The State Library Board on the recommendation of the State Librarian may appoint one or more deputy compact administrators pursuant to said article.
(e) In the event of withdrawal from the Compact the Governor shall send and receive any notices required by Article XI(b) of the Compact.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 25-302
What does Maryland Code § 25-302 cover?
Section 25-302 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maryland § 25-302?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 25-302" (Maryland). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 25-302 apply to my situation?
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