# Local Government (GLG)

## Title 1. Definitions; General Provisions

### Subtitle 9. Cooperation Among Political Subdivisions

#### Section 1-902

(a) This section applies to all counties except:

  (1) Anne Arundel County;

  (2) Baltimore City;

  (3) Baltimore County;

  (4) Howard County; and

  (5) Prince George's County.

(b) The governing body of a county may contract with another governmental entity for the joint or cooperative performance of any governmental function.

(c) The governing body of a county may:

  (1) accept any gift or grant from the federal or State government or any unit of federal or State government; and

  (2) use the gift or grant for any lawful purpose for which it was received.

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Md. Code Ann., Local Gov't (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)