§ 6–802
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Hum. Servs. § 6-802 (2026)
Title 6. Community Services
Subtitle 8. Financial Capability Services
§ 6–802LinkCopy Citation
An appropriation made under § 6–801 of this subtitle may be used only to:
(1)
provide free volunteer income tax assistance that helps low–income individuals and families:
(i)
file tax returns;
(ii)
avoid predatory fees; and
(iii)
claim the federal earned income tax credit or the State earned income tax credit under § 10–704 of the Tax – General Article;
(2)
coordinate and expand access to free, fact–based financial education and coaching for low–income individuals and families;
(3)
connect low–income individuals and families to affordable, high–quality financial services;
(4)
recruit, train, and manage a corps of volunteers to provide financial education, coaching, and tax preparation services for low–income individuals and families; and
(5)
conduct outreach to low–income individuals and families.