In this chapter, the following terms have the meanings indicated. Terms Defined. “Pilot program” means a program designed to determine whether a specified change in human resource policies, procedures, or practices results in improved human resource management. “Research or demonstration project” means a study of human resource operational methodology, a study of the effects of human resource operational policies and practices, or a study of comparative alternatives in human resource management. Notwithstanding any other provisions of this subtitle, the Secretary may establish pilot programs, research projects, or demonstration projects in the Transportation Service. A pilot program, research project, or demonstration project may not exceed 5 years in length. Transportation Article, §§2-102 and 2-103.4, Annotated Code of Maryland Effective date: January 18, 1993 (20:1 Md. R. 27)