Maryland § 4-302
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 4-302, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4-302.
(a) Pursuant to Article III of the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Compact, 3 commissioners of the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission shall be from the State. One commissioner shall be the Secretary whose term of office shall be concurrent with his tenure as Secretary. One commissioner shall be a legislator who is chosen jointly by the President and Speaker. The third commissioner shall be appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate. The third commissioner shall be a resident of the State having knowledge of and interest in marine fisheries problems. His tenure shall be three years or until a successor is appointed and qualified.
(b) The Secretary may delegate to any subordinate in his Department the power to be present and participate, including voting as his representative at any meeting of the Commission.
(c) Upon charges, the Governor may remove from office any commissioner, after the commissioner is afforded a hearing.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 4-302
What does Maryland Code § 4-302 cover?
Section 4-302 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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