# Financial Institutions (GFI)

## Title 13. State-Operated Financial Programs

### Subtitle 11. Heritage Areas

#### Section 13-1113

(a) As provided in the State budget and in accordance with terms and conditions the Authority establishes, the Authority may award:

  (1) Grants and loans to local jurisdictions or other appropriate entities for planning, design, acquisition, development, preservation, restoration, interpretation, marketing, and programming of certified heritage areas; and

  (2) Grants to local jurisdictions or other appropriate entities to:

    (i) Develop management plans in recognized heritage areas; and

    (ii) Encourage revitalization of and reinvestment in certified heritage area resources.

(b) In awarding a grant or loan under subsection (a) of this section, the Authority may require matching funds in whatever proportion the Authority considers appropriate.

(c) Through the resources of the members of the Authority and in cooperation with other State agencies, the Authority shall provide technical assistance to management entities implementing a management plan.

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