§ 4–406
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Econ. Dev. § 4-406 (2026)
Title 4. Tourism, Film, and the Arts
Subtitle 4. Maryland Entertainment Industry Council
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(a)
The Council shall:
(1)
assess Maryland’s existing assets, opportunities, and competitive position within the film, television, and entertainment industry;
(2)
study:
(i)
Maryland’s State, local, and private assets that currently support Maryland’s film, television, and entertainment industry, including key infrastructure, existing workforce, workforce pipelines, scenic profile, emerging specialties, and independent creative communities;
(ii)
existing State programs, agencies, offices, grant programs, and commissions across State agencies that support the film, television, and entertainment industry;
(iii)
models, competitive profiles, methods, and legislation that states have utilized to incentivize necessary infrastructure and workforce to support the film, television, and entertainment industry;
(iv)
industry needs, disruptive trends, and emerging technologies within the film, television, and entertainment industry; and
(v)
complementary industries, aligned businesses, and potential corporate, philanthropic, and other partners for the film, television, and entertainment industry; and
(3)
make recommendations on the development of a coordinated, comprehensive strategic plan to position Maryland as an emerging leader in the film, television, and entertainment industry.
(b)
The Council may:
(1)
adopt regulations to carry out this subtitle;
(2)
enter into contracts and agreements;
(3)
obtain services;
(4)
ask any other unit of the State for assistance and data that enable the Council to carry out its powers and duties;
(5)
accept federal money for any purpose of this subtitle; and
(6)
accept gifts, donations, or bequests for any purpose of this subtitle.