# Health Occupations (GHO)

## Title 1. Definitions; General Provisions

### Subtitle 5. Health Care Worker Whistleblower Protection Act

#### Section 1-506

In any action brought under this subtitle, it is a defense that the personnel action was based on grounds other than the employee's exercise of any rights protected under this subtitle.

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