Md. Code, State Finance and Procurement § 5-505
Md. Code, State Finance and Procurement § 5-505
in effect(a) To the extent relevant to State planning, the Department shall study:
(1) the resources of the State;
(2) existing and emerging problems of agriculture, commerce, housing, industry, local government, population, public service, and transportation; and
(3) related matters affecting the development of the State.
(b) In making the studies, the Department shall seek the cooperation of appropriate:
(1) governmental units;
(2) regional planning commissions;
(3) public or private educational institutions;
(4) public or private research organizations;
(5) civic groups; and
(6) interested persons.
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