Maryland § 8-203
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 8-203, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8-203.
(a) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, from among its members, the Board shall elect a president and a secretary once every 2 years in June or as required by subsection (c) of this section.
(2) The president of the Board shall be a registered nurse.
(3) The president shall serve a 2–year term unless:
(i) The term of the member serving as the president expires before the end of the member’s term as president; or
(ii) The president resigns.
(b) The Board shall determine:
(1) The manner of election of officers; and
(2) The duties of each officer.
(c) If a vacancy occurs under subsection (a)(3)(ii) of this section, the Board shall hold a special election to elect a president to complete the term of the vacating president within 30 days of the date of the vacancy.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 8-203
What does Maryland Code § 8-203 cover?
Section 8-203 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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