In this subtitle, “Corps” means the Maryland Medical Reserve Corps.

The Department shall organize the Maryland Medical Reserve Corps. The purpose of the Corps is to provide a statewide volunteer network integrated into community emergency systems to facilitate a coordinated approach to volunteer management. The Corps shall include clinical and nonclinical personnel capable of assisting during crises that strain the health care system or public health system, including public health emergencies, disease outbreaks, and natural disasters.

The Department shall: Maintain an efficient and modern electronic registration system to register and track volunteers for the Corps; and Designate a Public Health Emergency Surge Coordinator among its staff to coordinate and plan improvements to the Corps.