Maryland § 23-506
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 23-506, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 23-506.
(a) The State Librarian shall authorize the payment of funds under this subtitle:
(1) To the board of library trustees of each county that has a board of trustees; or
(2) In each county that does not have a board of library trustees, to the county.
(b) (1) Current operating funds shall be administered by the county board of library trustees.
(2) Capital expense funds shall be administered by the county council, board of county commissioners, or Mayor and City Council of Baltimore City.
(c) (1) The funds provided under this subtitle may be used only for library purposes.
(2) The State Librarian shall require that these funds be used subject to:
(i) The adoption of a written policy for operation of the county library system consistent with the State standards for libraries by each board of library trustees or, if the county does not have a board of library trustees, the county government; and
(ii) Any other conditions specified by the appropriating agency or imposed under this subtitle.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 23-506
What does Maryland Code § 23-506 cover?
Section 23-506 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 § 23-506?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 23-506" (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 § 23-506 apply to my situation?
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