Maryland Health Occupations Section 8-204

      (a)      (1)      Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, a majority of the full authorized membership of the Board that includes at least one officer is a quorum.

            (2)      In addition to the requirements of paragraph (1) of this subsection, on a matter concerning licensing or disciplining of an individual, a quorum shall include:

                  (i)      At least three registered nurse members if a registered nurse or an applicant for a license as a registered nurse is involved; or

                  (ii)      At least two licensed practical nurse members if a licensed practical nurse or an applicant for a license as a licensed practical nurse is involved.

      (b)      In addition to the other meeting requirements of this title, the Board shall meet:

            (1)      At the request of the Secretary; or

            (2)      If necessary to transact its business.

      (c)      In accordance with the State budget, each member of the Board is entitled to:

            (1)      Compensation, at a rate determined by the Board, for each day on which the member is engaged in the duties of the member's office; and

            (2)      Reimbursement for expenses under the Standard State Travel Regulations.

      (d)      The Board may:

            (1)      Employ a staff in accordance with the State budget;

            (2)      Define the duties of its staff; and

            (3)      Employ an executive director who shall be a registered nurse with a minimum of a master's degree in nursing or the equivalent, in the judgment of the Board, in professional education and administrative experience.