# Health - General (GHG)

## Title 3. County Boards of Health; Health Officers

### Subtitle 3. Health Officers

#### Section 3-304

(a) The health officer for a county is entitled to:

  (1) The salary provided in the State budget;

  (2) Reimbursement for expenses under the Standard State Travel Regulations, as provided in the State budget; and

  (3) Any additional salary that the county provides.

(b) Except as otherwise provided by law, each health officer is a special appointment in the State Personnel Management System.

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Md. Code Ann., Health-Gen. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)