Md. Code, Family Law § 5-531
Md. Code, Family Law § 5-531
in effect(a) A local department may pay reasonable funeral expenses, not exceeding $650, for a child who was receiving foster care under this subtitle, if:
(1) no individual who was legally responsible for the support of the child is able to pay; and
(2) other resources, including insurance benefits or the child’s estate, are insufficient.
(b) The cost of funeral expenses shall be charged to State funds.
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