Maryland § 16-402
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 16-402, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16-402.
(a) The Board of Community College Trustees for Baltimore County consists of 15 members appointed by the Governor, with the advice and consent of the Senate.
(b) Of the members:
(1) 1 serves at large; and
(2) 14 serve from the 7 councilmanic districts in Baltimore County, 2 from each district.
(c) (1) The term of a member is 5 years and begins on July 1.
(2) A member may not serve for more than 2 consecutive terms.
(d) (1) The Governor shall appoint a chairperson from among the members of the Board as of July 1, 1997.
(2) The chairperson appointed by the Governor shall serve until June 30, 2000.
(3) For the year beginning July 1, 2000, and each year thereafter, the Board shall elect a chairperson from among the members of the Board.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 16-402
What does Maryland Code § 16-402 cover?
Section 16-402 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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