§ 9–312

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Local Gov't § 9-312 (2026)

Title 9. General and Administrative Provisions

Subtitle 3

(a)

Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, a public local law enacted by the county commissioners of a code county takes effect:

(1)

45 days after it is enacted; or

(2)

at a later date specified in the public local law.

(b)

(1)

A public local law takes effect on the date of its passage if it is passed as an emergency bill.

(2)

An emergency bill may not:

(i)

abolish or create an office;

(ii)

change a salary, term, or duty of an officer;

(iii)

grant a franchise or special privilege; or

(iv)

create a vested right or interest.