§ 3–304
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Econ. Dev. § 3-304 (2026)
Title 3. Economic Development and Business Resources
Subtitle 3. Office of International Trade
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With special emphasis on exports, the Office shall encourage businesses in the State to increase international trade activities by:
(1)
channeling trade leads and providing a list of prescreened foreign intermediaries;
(2)
providing informational and consultative services on the international trade process, including:
(i)
market research and selection;
(ii)
marketing techniques and risks;
(iii)
foreign trade laws; and
(iv)
the availability of private or public financing;
(3)
developing publications to facilitate the exchange of information on products and services between businesses in the State and foreign businesses;
(4)
initiating and organizing foreign trade missions to and from foreign countries and participating in trade fairs, in cooperation with local governments and the private sector;
(5)
establishing an outreach program for small-sized and medium-sized businesses that have export potential to provide counseling and to use experienced private-sector exporters and other qualified persons; and
(6)
assisting, as appropriate, with acquisition of export-related financing through the Maryland Industrial Development Financing Authority and federal, local, or private programs.