# Housing and Community Development (GHS)

## Title 2. Department of Housing and Community Development

### Subtitle 2. Governmental Units in Department

#### Section 2-202

(a)

  (1) The Department shall establish advisory councils, boards, and committees as the Governor and the Secretary determine.

  (2) The Governor and the Secretary shall determine:

    (i) the size of the advisory bodies;

    (ii) the qualifications, method of appointment, terms, and compensation of members;

    (iii) the manner of removal of members; and

    (iv) the method of filling vacancies.

(b) The advisory units shall advise and assist the Secretary on policies, programs, and activities of the Department.

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Md. Code Ann., Hous. & Cmty. Dev. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)