Maryland Public Utility Companies Section 2-103

      (a)      With the advice and consent of the Senate, the Governor shall appoint a Chairman.

      (b)      (1)      The term of the Chairman is 5 years and begins on July 1.

            (2)      At the end of a term, the Chairman continues to serve until a successor qualifies.

            (3)      A Chairman who is appointed after a term has begun serves for the rest of the term and until a successor qualifies.