§ 7-102. Legislative intent

MD State Fin & Pro Code § 7-102 (2019) (N/A)
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(a)    The General Assembly desires that, during preparation of a proposed budget, the Governor review, thoroughly and in detail, the recommendations of the Spending Affordability Committee.

(b)    To have the complete financial program of the Governor early in a regular session, the General Assembly desires that the Governor:

(1)    submit with the proposed budget for a fiscal year:

(i)    the Governor’s complete financial program for that fiscal year; and

(ii)    each bond or revenue bill proposed to carry out the program; and

(2)    use a supplemental budget amendment only to:

(i)    correct a mechanical error in the proposed budget; or

(ii)    provide funding for legislation enacted during the session.