1. A. The purpose of this title is to define a veteran who is a Maryland resident, and may be entitled to aid:

   1. (1) From the United States government, pursuant to federal law for the benefit of veterans and their dependents;
   2. (2) In preparing and presenting their claims to the proper federal authorities and agencies; and
   3. (3) In securing and expediting action on those claims.
2. B. In addition, the definitions contained in this subtitle assist in the determination of eligibility for burial in one of Maryland's veterans' cemeteries, admission to Charlotte Hall Veterans' home, as well as other benefits offered to veterans who are Maryland residents.

Authority: State Government Article, §§9-901, 9-902, 9-904, and 9-905, Annotated Code of Maryland

Effective date: August 11, 2008 (35:16 Md. R. 1392)

Regulation .02 amended effective April 15, 2024 (51:7 Md. R. 335)

Regulation .02 amended effective April 15, 2024 (51:7 Md. R. 335); August 5, 2024 (51:15 Md. R. 712)

Regulation .05 adopted effective August 5, 2024 (51:15 Md. R. 712)