§ 24–805
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Health-Gen. § 24-805 (2026)
Title 24. Miscellaneous Provisions
Subtitle 8. Aids Prevention Sterile Needle and Syringe Exchange Pilot Program
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(a)
The Commissioner of Health shall appoint a Director for the Program.
(b)
With the advice of the oversight committee, the Director shall develop and revise as necessary:
(1)
Program operating procedures for the distribution and exchange of hypodermic needles and syringes to injecting drug users;
(2)
A community outreach and education program; and
(3)
A protocol for providing referrals for Program participants to substance use treatment and rehabilitation.
(c)
The Director shall submit the operating procedures, the plan for a community outreach and education program, and the substance use treatment referral protocol to the Commissioner of Health or the Commissioner’s designee for approval prior to the implementation of revised procedures.