# Local Government (GLG)

## Title 4. In General

### Subtitle 5. Merger of Municipalities

#### Section 4-506

(a) If a referendum is required under Sec. 4-304 of this title, the referendum shall occur on the same day in each municipality.

(b) Each municipality shall administer and pay for the referendum in proportion to its respective population.

(c) In a referendum, the unified charter is adopted if a majority of votes cast in each municipality is in favor of adoption.

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