§ 5-615.1. Electronic advance directives -- Duties of Department; outreach.

MD Health-Gen Code § 5-615.1 (2019) (N/A)
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The Department shall:

(1)    Encourage the use of electronic advance directives;

(2)    Carry out appropriate educational and outreach efforts to increase public awareness of electronic advance directives; and

(3)    Encourage the following persons and entities to engage in outreach efforts regarding electronic advance directives:

(i)    The Maryland Department of Aging;

(ii)    County ombudspersons;

(iii)    Local health departments;

(iv)    Senior living facilities;

(v)    Academic institutions;

(vi)    Religious organizations;

(vii)    Hospitals; and

(viii)    Other similar persons or entities.