Maryland § 8-309
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 8-309, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8-309.
(a) The Secretary shall appoint local advisory councils.
(b) Each local advisory council shall consist of:
(1) an equal number of members who represent employees and who represent employers; and
(2) the number of members who represent the general public that the Secretary sets.
(c) Each member of a local advisory council who represents employees or who represents employers shall be regarded as a representative of employees or employers because of affiliation, employment, or vocation.
(d) A member of a local advisory council:
(1) may not receive compensation; but
(2) is entitled to reimbursement for necessary expenses.
(e) The local advisory councils shall help the Secretary to:
(1) develop policies and discuss problems related to the administration of this title; and
(2) ensure impartiality and freedom from political influence in the solution of those problems.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 8-309
What does Maryland Code § 8-309 cover?
Section 8-309 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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