Maryland § 8-105
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 8-105, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8-105.
(a) This section applies only to the Standard Pay Plan.
(b) With the approval of the Governor, the Secretary may amend the Standard Pay Plan to increase pay rates for specific classes to:
(1) recruit or retain competent personnel; or
(2) ensure that pay rates adequately compensate for the effort, knowledge, responsibility, skills, and working conditions of employees in the class.
(c) If an amendment affects a position in the Executive Branch that is listed in the budget bill in accordance with § 7-109 of the State Finance and Procurement Article, the amendment is contingent on the approval of the Board of Public Works.
(d) An amendment to the Standard Pay Plan may not take effect unless sufficient money is available in the budget to cover the resulting pay rates.
(e) (1) Subject to § 2-1257 of the State Government Article, the Secretary shall report all amendments to the Standard Pay Plan to the General Assembly on or before the 15th day of the next regular legislative session.
(2) If the General Assembly rejects an amendment, the appropriate reduction in pay rates takes effect as of the next fiscal year.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 8-105
What does Maryland Code § 8-105 cover?
Section 8-105 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 § 8-105?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 8-105 apply to my situation?
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