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§ 6-704. Duties

MD Human Svs Code § 6-704 (2019) (N/A)
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In accordance with the State budget, the Program shall:

(1)    encourage eligible residents to learn English;

(2)    encourage eligible residents to become naturalized citizens of the United States;

(3)    inform eligible residents about the rights and responsibilities of citizens, the process of naturalization, and the availability of citizenship services;

(4)    make available or increase the availability of instruction in:

(i)    English as a second language;

(ii)    United States history; and

(iii)    citizenship preparation;

(5)    make available or increase the availability of assistance in completing applications for naturalization;

(6)    establish an effective connection to nonpartisan voter registration efforts;

(7)    encourage the involvement of new citizens in democratic institutions; and

(8)    work with federal, State, and local units of government and organizations to respond to the need for citizenship services in the State.

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