# Public Utilities (GPU)

## Title 18. Personnel

### Subtitle 1. Personnel Management

#### Section 18-123

(a) An employee may not be permanently removed except for cause and after an opportunity to be heard.

(b) An employee who is permanently removed may appeal to the Office of Administrative Hearings in accordance with Sec. 4-401 of the State Personnel and Pensions Article.

(c) An employee may not be permanently removed from the merit system because of religious or political opinions or affiliations.

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Md. Code Ann., Pub. Util. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)