Maryland Code, HUMAN SERVICES 7-105
Terms Used In Maryland Code, HUMAN SERVICES 7-105
- Advice and consent: Under the Constitution, presidential nominations for executive and judicial posts take effect only when confirmed by the Senate, and international treaties become effective only when the Senate approves them by a two-thirds vote.
- Oath: A promise to tell the truth.
- state: means :
(1) a state, possession, territory, or commonwealth of the United States; or
(2) the District of Columbia. See
(2) The Secretary is the head of the Department.
(b) The Secretary shall:
(1) have extensive experience and knowledge of disability laws, legislation, and regulations, and programs for individuals with disabilities;
(2) at a minimum, hold a bachelor’s degree; and
(3) be an individual with a disability or appoint a deputy secretary who is an individual with a disability.
(c) Before taking office, the appointee shall take the oath required by Article I, § 9 of the Maryland Constitution.
(d) (1) The Secretary serves at the pleasure of the Governor and is responsible directly to the Governor.
(2) The Secretary shall advise the Governor on all matters assigned to the Department and is responsible for carrying out the Governor’s policies on those matters.
(e) The Secretary is entitled to the compensation provided in the State budget.