Maryland Department of Business and Economic Development Section 4-403

      The Office shall develop and implement a program to promote the production of motion pictures and television within this State, including:

            (1)      The preparation and distribution of appropriate promotional and informational materials pointing out desirable locations within the State for the production of motion pictures and television, explaining the benefits and advantages of producing motion pictures and television within the State, and detailing the services and assistance available within State government as well as services available at the local level and within the industry;

            (2)      Assisting motion picture and television companies to secure location permits and other appropriate services connected with motion picture and television production; and

            (3)      Facilitating cooperation from local government, State, and federal government agencies and private sector groups in the location and production of motion pictures and television.