§ 5–401
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Fam. Law § 5-401 (2026)
Title 5. Children
Subtitle 4. Adoption Subsidy Act
§ 5–401LinkCopy Citation
(a)
In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b)
“Administration” means the Social Services Administration of the Department.
(c)
“Eligible child” means a minor as to whom:
(1)
(i)
guardianship has been awarded to a child placement agency under Subtitle 3 or Subtitle 3A of this title; or
(ii)
consensual adoption has been ordered under § 5–338 of this title; and
(2)
a determination has been made by a local department under § 5–403 of this subtitle that a subsidy is necessary to ensure the child’s adoption because of the child’s special circumstances.
(d)
“Subsidy” means:
(1)
a money payment;
(2)
medical care;
(3)
medical assistance; or
(4)
special services.