Section 18-9A-01 – Definitions
(a) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated. (b) “COVID–19” means, interchangeably and collectively, the coronavirus known as COVID–19 or 2019–nCoV and the SARS–CoV–2 virus. (c) “COVID–19 test” means an in vitro diagnostic test for the detection of SARS–CoV–2 or the diagnosis of the virus that causes COVID–19, as described in § 3201 of the […]
Section 18-9A-02 – 2-Year Plan to Respond to the Outbreak of Covid-19
(a) On or before June 1, 2021, the Department, in collaboration with local health departments in the State and the Maryland State Department of Education, shall adopt and implement a 2–year plan to respond to the outbreak of COVID–19. (b) The plan required under this section shall: (1) Include measures to enhance public health efforts at the State […]
Section 18-9A-03 – Comprehensive Plan for Vaccinating Residents of the State Against Covid-19
(a) (1) On or before June 1, 2021, the Department, with input from subject matter experts and other relevant stakeholders, shall develop and submit to the General Assembly a comprehensive plan for vaccinating residents of the State against COVID–19. (2) The plan required under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall include: (i) Detailed information on: 1. The categories of residents […]
Section 18-9A-04 – Maryland Public Health Modernization Workgroup
(a) The Department shall convene a Maryland Public Health Modernization Workgroup. (b) The Workgroup shall include representatives of the Department, local health departments, subject matter experts, and any other relevant stakeholders. (c) The Workgroup shall: (1) Assess the current public health infrastructure and resources in the State; (2) Make recommendations for how to establish a modern and effective public health […]