Maryland § 6-205

§ 6-205.

    (a)    In addition to any powers and duties set forth elsewhere, the State Board shall:

        (1)    twice a year hold a seminar and invite members from each local licensing jurisdiction to discuss any industry or licensing problems;

        (2)    adopt regulations to establish:

            (i)    application and examination fees;

            (ii)    continuing education requirements; and

            (iii)    application deadlines;

        (3)    enforce, within 18 months of issuance, minimum standards for the provision of electrical services consistent with the most recently issued version of the National Fire Protection Association 70: National Electrical Code;

        (4)    issue licenses;

        (5)    keep records of its proceedings; and

        (6)    adopt any other regulations necessary to carry out this title.

    (b)    The continuing education requirements adopted under this section shall:

        (1)    be based on the National Electrical Code or any local variants adopted by a local board;

        (2)    consist of a course or training on practical techniques, installation procedures, or other relevant topics; and

        (3)    be administered by:

            (i)    a college or an apprenticeship program approved by the Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning or the federal Office of Apprenticeship;

            (ii)    a state or nationally recognized training program; or

            (iii)    another person approved by the State Board.