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§ 7–102

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., State Fin. & Proc. § 7-102 (2026)
Title 7. Appropriations
Subtitle 1. State Operating Budget

§ 7–102Copy Citation

(a)
The General Assembly desires that, during preparation of a proposed budget, the Governor review, thoroughly and in detail, the recommendations of the Spending Affordability Committee.
(b)
To have the complete financial program of the Governor early in a regular session, the General Assembly desires that the Governor:
(1)
submit with the proposed budget for a fiscal year:
(i)
the Governor’s complete financial program for that fiscal year; and
(ii)
each bond or revenue bill proposed to carry out the program; and
(2)
use a supplemental budget amendment only to:
(i)
correct a mechanical error in the proposed budget; or
(ii)
provide funding for legislation enacted during the session.