Maryland § 5-5B-03

Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 5-5B-03, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 5-5B-03.

    Subject to § 5–5B–04 of this subtitle, an applicant is entitled to assistance under this subtitle if the applicant is:

        (1)    a citizen of the United States or a qualified alien as determined by the Administration;

        (2)    a resident of the State and the jurisdiction served by the local department at the time of application;

        (3)    unemployed;

        (4)    not receiving any other means–tested cash assistance; and

        (5)    determined, based on the medical form required under § 5–5B–05 of this subtitle, to have an impairment that is expected to last at least 3 months.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 5-5B-03

What does Maryland Code § 5-5B-03 cover?

Section 5-5B-03 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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