Maryland § 13-302
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 13-302, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13-302.
(a) There is a Baltimore Metropolitan Council.
(b) The Council:
(1) is a body politic and corporate; and
(2) is not a unit of State government.
(c) The purposes of the Council are to:
(1) serve as a forum for local officials and their representatives to identify and address problems in the region;
(2) provide a central source of information and coordination for fashioning responses to needs in the region;
(3) assist local jurisdictions in developing regional policies, prioritizing regional infrastructure needs, and developing regional strategies; and
(4) facilitate coordination and collaboration among local jurisdictions and organizations in the Baltimore region to foster economic growth and development in the region in areas that include:
(i) regional transportation;
(ii) housing;
(iii) workforce development; and
(iv) renewable energy projects and usage.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 13-302
What does Maryland Code § 13-302 cover?
Section 13-302 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 § 13-302?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 13-302" (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 § 13-302 apply to my situation?
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