# Economic Development (GEC)

## Title 3. Economic Development and Business Resources

### Subtitle 4. Partnership for Workforce Quality

#### Section 3-404

(a) The Secretary or the Secretary's designee shall direct the Program.

(b) The Secretary may not provide training assistance under the Program except at the specific request of an employer or group of employers.

(c) To identify employers that need assistance, the Secretary shall use local advisory groups, including private industry councils and joint apprenticeship committees.

(d) Subject to Sec.Sec. 3-405 and 3-412(c) and (d)(1) of this subtitle, the Secretary shall establish eligibility criteria and priorities for assistance under the Program.

(e) In accordance with Sec. 2.5-109 of this article, the Secretary shall submit a report on the operation and performance of the Program.

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Md. Code Ann., Econ. Dev. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)