Maryland § 4-2306

§ 4-2306.

    (a)    Program funds may be used for:

        (1)    salary and FICA for housing navigators and aftercare case managers;

        (2)    client–related expenses, including:

            (i)    first and final months’ rent;

            (ii)    transportation for housing searches;

            (iii)    moving expenses;

            (iv)    essential furnishings;

            (v)    storage;

            (vi)    arrearages;

            (vii)    credit checks and housing application fees;

            (viii)    security deposits;

            (ix)    utility deposits; and

            (x)    other identified needs; and

        (3)    other items that the Department designates.

    (b)    A local administrative agency shall be designated by the Department or a local government to manage the Program in a particular subdivision, provide services, and provide funds for additional costs, including operating costs, related to the Program.