Maryland § 1-109.1
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 1-109.1, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1-109.1.
(a) With respect to any State program of benefits, rights, or privileges applicable to a veteran under this Code, “honorable discharge” includes discharge that is less than honorable:
(1) solely due to the sexual orientation or gender identity of the individual being discharged;
(2) based on a statement or consensual act of the individual being discharged related to the individual’s sexual orientation or gender identity, if the statement or consensual act was prohibited by the military or naval service at the time of discharge; or
(3) if the Department of Veterans and Military Families determines an individual is eligible for State benefits based on the criteria established in 38 C.F.R. § 3.12.
(b) A veteran shall submit to the Secretary of Veterans and Military Families documentation that provides the basis for the veteran’s discharge.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 1-109.1
What does Maryland Code § 1-109.1 cover?
Section 1-109.1 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.
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