# Human Services (GHU)

## Title 6. Community Services

### Subtitle 7. Citizenship Promotion Program

#### Section 6-704

In accordance with the State budget, the Program shall:

(1) encourage eligible residents to learn English;

(2) encourage eligible residents to become naturalized citizens of the United States;

(3) inform eligible residents about the rights and responsibilities of citizens, the process of naturalization, and the availability of citizenship services;

(4) make available or increase the availability of instruction in:

  (i) English as a second language;

  (ii) United States history; and

  (iii) citizenship preparation;

(5) make available or increase the availability of assistance in completing applications for naturalization;

(6) establish an effective connection to nonpartisan voter registration efforts;

(7) encourage the involvement of new citizens in democratic institutions; and

(8) work with federal, State, and local units of government and organizations to respond to the need for citizenship services in the State.

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