§ 13–602
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Health-Gen. § 13-602 (2026)
Title 13. Miscellaneous Health Care Programs
Subtitle 6. Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Program
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(a)
The Secretary shall establish a program for the universal hearing screening of newborns and early identification and follow–up of newborns and infants who have, or who are at risk for developing, a permanent hearing status that affects speech–language skills.
(b)
The program shall be based on the model system developed by the Department.