1. A. To the Public. Not later than 6 months preceding a Statewide primary election, the State Board shall publish its determinations of significant need for language assistance that includes:

   1. (1) A list of local boards affected; and
   2. (2) The designated languages.

2. B. To Local Government Officials. Not later than 6 months preceding a Statewide primary election, the State Administrator shall provide notice of the determination of significant need for language assistance by the State Board to:

   1. (1) The local board of elections; and
   2. (2) The chief financial officer of the jurisdiction.

Authority: Election Law Article, §§2-102(b)(4), 2-202(b), and 15.5-104, Annotated Code of Maryland

Effective date: March 2, 2026 (53:4 Md. R. 186)