Maryland § 5-501
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 5-501, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-501.
(a) (1) The Department may implement a Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program in accordance with the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
(2) The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program shall include:
(i) a Restaurant Meals Program in accordance with § 5–505 of this subtitle; and
(ii) a Heat and Eat Program in accordance with § 5–506 of this subtitle.
(b) The State shall bear the nonfederal portion of the administrative costs of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program for each county.
(c) Each local department shall administer the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program:
(1) under the supervision and control of the Department; and
(2) in accordance with the regulations of the Department and federal law.
(d) If a household includes an individual who is at least 60 years old and receives a federally funded benefit in an amount less than $50 per month under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, the State shall provide a supplement to increase the total benefit to $50 per month.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 5-501
What does Maryland Code § 5-501 cover?
Section 5-501 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 § 5-501?
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