Maryland § 5-407
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 5-407, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-407.
(a) Money payments and special services under the adoption subsidy program shall be funded by:
(1) appropriations to a local department for the maintenance of children in foster care; and
(2) money that is made available to a local department from other sources.
(b) Medical assistance and medical care under the adoption subsidy program shall be funded by:
(1) savings for the fiscal year by the Maryland Department of Health and the Department of Human Services that are attributable to adoptions under this subtitle; and
(2) appropriations to the Department of Human Services for the adoption subsidy program.
(c) The Administration may reimburse the Maryland Department of Health for the cost of medical assistance and medical care directly or through a contract with the Department.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 5-407
What does Maryland Code § 5-407 cover?
Section 5-407 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 § 5-407?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 5-407" (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 § 5-407 apply to my situation?
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