Maryland § 17-303
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 17-303, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 17-303.
(a) Except as otherwise provided in this subtitle, a public body shall require a contractor or subcontractor to use or supply only American steel products in the performance of a contract for:
(1) constructing or maintaining a public work; or
(2) buying or manufacturing machinery or equipment that:
(i) is composed of at least 10,000 pounds of steel products; and
(ii) is to be installed at a public work site.
(b) This section does not apply if the head of a public body determines that:
(1) the price of American steel products is not reasonable, as provided in § 17-304 of this subtitle;
(2) American steel products are not produced in sufficient quantity to meet the requirements of the contract; or
(3) the purchase of American steel products would be inconsistent with the public interest.
(c) The public body shall give notice of the requirement for American steel products in the invitation for bids or request for proposals.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 17-303
What does Maryland Code § 17-303 cover?
Section 17-303 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 § 17-303?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 17-303" (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 § 17-303 apply to my situation?
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