Maryland State Government Section 9-1115

      (a)      The Chairman shall direct the work of the Board.

      (b)      The Board is charged with:

            (1)      providing ongoing examination of the structure and organization of the State's system of services and support to individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access to support services and resources by individuals with disabilities;

            (2)      facilitating the development of performance objectives that will result in a comprehensive, effective, efficient, and integrated service delivery system for individuals with disabilities;

            (3)      developing an interagency funding approach to maximize efficiencies and streamline access to services and support for individuals with disabilities;

            (4)      formulating policies on legislative issues and, under the direction of the Governor, communicating the policies to the General Assembly; and

            (5)      developing the State Disabilities Plan.

      (c)      The Chairman may establish subcommittees of the Board to carry out the responsibilities under this section.