Maryland Administrative Code

.10 Delivery. Procedures for Public-Private Partnership Agreements. In the development of a Public-Private Partnership agreement, the Secretary shall comply with the provisions established in State Finance and Procurement Article, §10A-401, Annotated Code of Maryland.

.01 Purpose. These regulations describe and provide a process for recipients of State funds to install an assistive listening system in an assembly area during construction or renovation of the assembly area.

.02 Definitions. A. In this chapter, the following terms have the meanings indicated. B. Terms Defined. (1) “Advisory Board” means the Hearing Accessibility Advisory Board. (2) “Assembly area” has the meaning stated in State Finance and Procurement Article, §4-410(a)(2), Annotate…

.03 Hearing Accessibility Advisory Board. The Advisory Board shall be appointed by the Secretary of the Department and consist of individuals who have expertise in assistive listening systems and consumers who use assistive listening systems.

.04 Installation and Waiver Requests. A. A recipient of State funds shall install an assistive listening system in an assembly area during the construction or renovation of the assembly area if: (1) The assembly area uses or requires the use of a public address system; and (2) A …

.05 Monitoring and Compliance. A. The Advisory Board shall periodically monitor activities of the recipients of State funds to ensure compliance with the requirements for installing an Assistive listening system. B. If the Advisory Board makes a preliminary determination of nonco…

.06 Signage. A. Each covered assembly area must provide signs at each entry to the assembly area to inform patrons that assistive listening systems are available. Assembly areas that have ticket offices or ticket windows shall also display the required signs at the ticket window.…

.07 Maintenance and Training. Training on the operation and maintenance of an assistive listening system shall be provided by the recipient of State funds as part of the project. A. The training may be provided as a part of the services of the company contracted to install the as…

.08 Facility Requirements. Any facility that provides an assistive listening system must make receivers available to those individuals that can use the technology but do not have a personal hearing device or do not have a hearing device with a telecoil or built-in receiver. The n…

.01 Policy. A. This regulation applies to all real property acquisitions to which the Department of General Services has any statutory role, except real property acquisition by the Department of Transportation and its model administrations, which are addressed in Regulation .02, …

.02 Policy as to the Department of Transportation. A. This regulation applies to capital expenditures for acquisition of real property by the Department of Transportation and its modal administrations (collectively addressed here as “the Department of Transportation”), unless the…

.01 Policy. A. This regulation does not apply to property to be acquired in connection with State roads, bridges, or highways. B. Before any real property is acquired from a private owner, who occupies a dwelling there as his principal residence, the Office of Real Estate, Depart…

.01 Applicability. These regulations only apply to State-owned personal property that has been declared excess or surplus under State Finance and Procurement Article, §4-502, Annotated Code of Maryland. They do not apply to other State-owned personal property that is covered by S…

.02 Availability. Serviceable excess property will be listed periodically in the Excess Property Bulletin, a Statewide Department of General Services publication, notifying State agencies, local governments, and nonprofit organizations of available excess property.

.03 General Requirements. A. The Inventory Management Division of the Department of General Services shall determine the method of property disposition. B. Excess property will be transferred to another State agency, whenever feasible, before other methods of disposal are conside…

.04 Utilization by a Local Jurisdiction or Nonprofit Organization. A. Excess property that is no longer needed by the State may be sold without obtaining competitive bids or donated to a local jurisdiction or nonprofit organization upon approval by the Secretary of General Servic…

.01 Definitions. A. In this chapter, the following terms have the meanings indicated. B. Terms Defined. (1) “Enterprise activity” means a State governmental operation that markets goods and related services intended to result in revenue after payment of all costs, overhead, and e…

.02 MSASP Enterprise Activity. A. Scope and Purpose. (1) MSASP is an unfunded, self-supporting agency that may engage in enterprise activity in order to: (a) Cover its operating expenses; (b) Generate revenue for the State's General Fund; (c) Employ and train qualified inmates in…

.01 Scope. This chapter applies to all real property owned or occupied by a unit which is secured by a lock needing a key to gain access. Cross References 04.04.01.06B

.02 Definitions. A. In this chapter, the following terms have the meanings indicated. B. Terms Defined. (1) “Key” includes electronic card keys and similar devices that perform locking or unlocking functions. (2) “State” means the State of Maryland or any unit. (3) “State real pr…

.03 Responsibilities for Authorizing Manufacture, Duplication, and Distribution of Keys. Every unit shall appoint an employee who shall be responsible for authorizing the manufacture, duplication, distribution, and possession of keys capable of locking and unlocking doors, gates,…

.04 Maintenance of a List. A. Each unit shall keep current lists of: (1) All State real property owned, controlled, or used by the unit for which keys are used to gain access; (2) All employees who have been authorized to be given keys to the property; and (3) All employees given…

.05 Markings. Any key capable of being used in locks on State real property shall be clearly marked with the words “DO NOT DUPLICATE” or “UNLAWFUL TO DUPLICATE” and shall bear symbology indicating ownership by the State.

.06 Use and Possession of Keys. A. Any key subject to these regulations may be used, distributed, maintained, or duplicated only with the written permission of a person identified in Regulation .03 of this chapter. B. A person, firm, or organization may not use, distribute, manuf…

.07 Penalties. As provided in Criminal Law Article, §7-204, Annotated Code of Maryland, any person, firm, or organization found guilty of violating these regulations shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction shall pay a fine of not more than $500 for each offense.

.01 General. A. These regulations are applicable to all State real property. B. It is the intent of these regulations to ensure the safety of all persons working, visiting, conducting business, or otherwise lawfully in, on, or about State real property.

.02 Definitions. A. In this chapter, the following terms have the meanings indicated. B. Terms Defined. (1) “Department” means the Department of General Services. (2) “Maryland Capitol Police (MCP)” means the Department of General Services Police. (3) “Prox privileges” means priv…

.03 Issuance of Security Cards. A. In accordance with this chapter, the Secretary shall issue a security card to each State employee. B. The Secretary may issue a security card to an individual other than a State employee, including but not limited to a contractor, lobbyist, medi…

.04 Surrender of Security Cards. A. A security card is the property of the State. B. A security card issued to a State employee shall be surrendered upon: (1) The employee's separation from State employment; (2) Demand by the employee's supervisor; (3) Demand by the Secretary; or…

.05 Notification to the Department of Employee Separation from the Service. The personnel division of the employee’s unit shall notify the MCP within 30 days upon the separation of service of any employee with security card privileges and shall provide the name of the affected em…

.06 Responsibilities of Holders of Security Cards. A. Application. (1) In order to be issued a security card, an individual shall complete and submit a security card application, including written authorization to withhold the employee's wages. (2) The security card application s…

.07 Fees. A. Except as provided in §C of this regulation, the Secretary may charge a fee for: (1) The replacement of a lost security card; (2) The failure of a State employee to surrender the employee's security card upon separation from State employment or demand under Regulatio…

.08 Sanctions. A. The violation by a State employee of any regulation under this chapter may result in the revocation of the employee's security card and any associated privileges as well as criminal prosecution as provided in Criminal Law Article, §9-704, Annotated Code of Maryl…

.01 Definition and Application. A. “Property” means State public buildings, improvements, grounds, and multiservice centers under the jurisdiction of the Department of General Services. B. In addition to the regulations in this chapter, the following areas are also subject to COM…

.02 Property Access. A. The property is closed to the public after regular business hours. B. Property or portions of it may be closed to the public during regular business hours in emergency situations: (1) Necessary to the orderly conduct of State business; (2) For safety reaso…

.03 Prohibited Conduct. A. An individual shall be subject to arrest if the individual: (1) Damages or defaces the property; (2) Creates loud, unusual noise, including profanity; (3) Disturbs employees performing their duties; (4) Prevents or disturbs the general public from obtai…

.04 Distribution of Handbills. Except as provided in COMAR 04.05.02, the distribution by the public of materials such as handbills, pamphlets, and letters in indoor areas of the property is prohibited without the prior approval of the appropriate superintendent or manager.

.05 Vehicular Traffic. A. Vehicles on the property will be operated in a careful and safe manner, complying with directions of guards and posted signs. B. The blocking of entrances, driveways, walks, or loading platforms is prohibited. C. Parking without authority or parking in u…

.06 Controlled Dangerous Substances and Alcoholic Beverages. A. The use of controlled dangerous substances, except as prescribed by physicians or permitted by law, is prohibited on the property. B. An individual under the influence of alcohol or controlled dangerous substances ma…

.07 Soliciting and Debt Collection. A. The soliciting of alms, money, or contributions, commercial soliciting, the display or distribution of commercial advertising, political soliciting, or the collection of private debts, is prohibited on the property, except as permitted by §B…

.08 Demonstrations and Rallies. A. Demonstrations and rallies may be held during regular business hours. B. The Secretary or the Chief of the Maryland Capitol Police shall predesignate certain outdoor or indoor areas of the property, traditionally considered public forums, as sit…

.09 Penalties. Persons violating these regulations and applicable laws may be prosecuted and, upon conviction by a court, shall be considered guilty of a misdemeanor and may be fined or imprisoned. Nothing contained in these regulations shall be construed to abrogate any other fe…

.01 Application. A. These regulations are in addition to COMAR 04.05.01. B. These regulations apply only to the buildings, improvements, and grounds of the Legislative Branch in Annapolis under the jurisdiction of the Department of General Services. C. The following areas are fur…

.02 Demonstrations and Rallies. A. Subject to the conditions below, demonstrations, rallies, and solicitation, whether or not by permit, may be held during regular business hours, but may not be scheduled to start after 8 p.m., or finish after 9 p.m., except when sessions of the …

.03 Interference with Legislative Process. A. An individual or group may not willfully disrupt or interfere with, or attempt to disrupt or interfere with: (1) A session of the General Assembly; (2) The Senate or the House of Delegates; (3) Any of the Senate's or House of Delegate…

.04 Communications with General Assembly Members. Nothing in this or other regulations shall prohibit citizens and small groups of citizens from communicating with the General Assembly in a reasonable and orderly manner, including delivery of handbills, pamphlets, letters, and sm…

.01 Applicability. This subtitle applies to all leases of State-owned property to any State employee, agent, servant, or other individual in State service for the purpose of permitting the individual to maintain a residence on or in the property.

.02 Definitions. A. In this subtitle, the following terms have the meanings indicated. B. Terms Defined. (1) “Department” means the Department of General Services. (2) Program. (a) “Program” means the State Employee Rental Housing Program. (b) “Program” includes all leases of Sta…

.03 Conformity with Department Policies. Leases under the Program shall conform to policies of the Department regarding: A. Rental rates; B. Provisions, terms, and conditions of lease documents; C. Employee eligibility; D. Free or reduced-rent housing; and E. Requirements for sub…

.04 Rent. A. The Department shall approve the rent for employee housing. B. In reviewing the rent for employee housing, the Department shall consider: (1) The physical condition of the housing; (2) The maintenance cost; and (3) Appraisals of the property as determined by an appro…