§ 17–104
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Pub. Util. § 17-104 (2026)
Title 17. Commission
Subtitle 1. Commissioners
§ 17–104LinkCopy Citation
(a)
A commissioner may be removed before the completion of the commissioner’s term:
(1)
in Montgomery County:
(i)
by the County Executive with the approval of a majority of the members of the County Council; or
(ii)
unless the County Executive disapproves the resolution in writing within 30 days after its adoption, by resolution of a majority of the members of the County Council; and
(2)
in Prince George’s County, by the County Executive with the approval of a majority of the members of the County Council.
(b)
(1)
Unless a hearing is waived in writing by the commissioner designated for removal, before any removal under this section, a public hearing shall be held:
(i)
in Montgomery County, by the body initiating the removal proceeding; or
(ii)
in Prince George’s County, by the County Council.
(2)
The commissioner shall be given an opportunity at the hearing to present a defense.