1. A. Definition.

   1. (1) In this chapter, the following term has the meaning indicated.
   2. (2) Term Defined. “True Blue” means a certification from the Department verifying that a food service establishment is selling blue crab product harvested or processed in Maryland.
2. B. Application. Any food service establishment selling blue crab product harvested or processed in Maryland may apply to the Department to receive a True Blue certification by submitting the appropriate forms provided by the Department.
3. C. Approval. Any approved food service establishment may market or advertise blue crab product that is harvested or processed in Maryland as True Blue certified.
4. D. Validation. Any participating food service establishment shall provide any required documentation to the Department to show proof of the source of blue crab product.
5. E. Penalties. A food service establishment that violates the terms of the program may have its certification revoked.

Authority: Agriculture Article, §10-1002, Annotated Code of Maryland

Transferred from Department of Natural Resources, COMAR 08.02.24

Effective date: July 1, 2017