Maryland § 2-707
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 2-707, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2-707.
(a) (1) The Committee may propose the adoption, amendment, or repeal of rules of legislative ethics.
(2) Changes to the rules shall be presented in the form of a joint resolution and shall become effective after adoption of the joint resolution by a constitutional majority of each house voting separately.
(3) Before presenting a change to the rules, the Committee shall conduct a public hearing.
(b) The rules may supplement but may not be inconsistent with the provisions of the Maryland Public Ethics Law that relate to members of the General Assembly.
(c) The rules are effective whether or not the General Assembly is in session and shall be binding on each member of the General Assembly.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 2-707
What does Maryland Code § 2-707 cover?
Section 2-707 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 § 2-707?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 2-707" (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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