# State Finance and Procurement (GSF)

## Title 5. State Planning

### Subtitle 6. State Development Plan

#### Section 5-603

In the preparation and revision of the Plan or any part of it, the Department shall:

(1) seek comments from and consult with the local governments of the areas that are affected by the Plan; and

(2) seek the cooperation and advice of appropriate:

  (i) governmental units;

  (ii) regional planning commissions;

  (iii) public or private educational institutions;

  (iv) public or private research organizations;

  (v) civic groups; and

  (vi) interested persons.

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Md. Code Ann., State Fin. & Proc. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)