Maryland § 7-512
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 7-512, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7-512.
(a) (1) Each board consists of 7 members appointed by the Governor.
(2) The board for each State residential center shall reflect adequately the composition of the community that the State residential center serves.
(3) Of the 7 members of the board for a State residential center:
(i) At least 2 shall be parents or other relatives or guardians of residents of that State residential center; and
(ii) Each of the others shall be individuals who:
1. Are known for their interest in civic and public affairs; and
2. Have expressed an active interest in the care of individuals with an intellectual disability, or generally in intellectual disability endeavors.
(4) The Governor shall appoint the members from a list of qualified individuals submitted to the Governor by the Secretary. The number of names on the list shall be at least twice the number of vacancies.
(b) Each member of the board for a State residential center shall be a resident of the region that the State residential center serves.
(c) (1) The term of a member is 4 years.
(2) At the end of a term, a member continues to serve until a successor is appointed and qualifies.
(3) A member who is appointed after a term has begun serves only for the rest of the term and until a successor is appointed and qualifies.
(4) A member who serves 2 consecutive full 4-year terms may not be reappointed for 4 years after the completion of those terms.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 7-512
What does Maryland Code § 7-512 cover?
Section 7-512 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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