§ 20–102
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Reg. § 20-102 (2026)
Title 20. Automated Purchasing Machines
Subtitle 1. Definitions; General Provisions
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(a)
This title does not apply to an automated purchasing machine that is used exclusively for collecting recyclable materials in accordance with a recycling program approved by the Department of the Environment.
(b)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, this title:
(i)
preempts the right of a county or municipality to regulate automated purchasing machines and operators of automated purchasing machines; and
(ii)
supersedes any existing law of a county or municipality that regulates automated purchasing machines and operators of automated purchasing machines.
(2)
This title does not limit the power of a county or municipality to:
(i)
license automated purchasing machines and operators of automated purchasing machines; or
(ii)
prohibit the installation or operation of automated purchasing machines within the county or municipality.