Code of Maryland Regulations Title 24 - DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
Code of Maryland Regulations – Title 24: Department of Commerce
COMAR Title 24 establishes the administrative rules for the Maryland Department of Commerce, which oversees the state’s economic development, business regulation, and workforce programs. These rules are adopted under authority granted by the Maryland General Assembly and govern how commerce-related programs are administered statewide.
General Scope
Title 24 covers regulations related to:
Economic development incentives
Business and industry support programs
Workforce development and training programs
Financial assistance and grant programs
Licensing, compliance, and reporting for certain commercial activities
It applies to:
Businesses and entrepreneurs seeking state programs or incentives
Employers participating in workforce development programs
Financial institutions administering state-backed loans or grants
The Department of Commerce staff implementing these rules
Organizational Structure of COMAR Title 24
Title 24 is divided into chapters, each addressing a major operational area:
24.01 – General Provisions
Purpose and scope of Title 24
Definitions of key terms used in Department of Commerce regulations
Administrative procedures and enforcement authority
24.02 – Business and Economic Development Programs
Rules for state economic development initiatives
Business incentive programs (e.g., tax credits, grants)
Eligibility, application, and compliance requirements
24.03 – Workforce Development
Programs for training and skill development
Employer participation requirements
Funding and reporting obligations
Performance measures and audits
24.04 – Financial Assistance Programs
State loan and grant programs
Application and review process
Conditions for receiving funding
Monitoring and repayment provisions
24.05 – Licensing and Compliance
Licensing requirements for certain commerce-related activities
Recordkeeping and reporting obligations
Enforcement procedures for non-compliance
24.06 – Miscellaneous Administrative Rules
Fee schedules
Appeals and hearings
Delegation of authority within the Department
Key Notes
COMAR Title 24 is administrative law, so it interprets and implements statutory authority granted by the Maryland legislature.
All rules are legally binding for businesses, employers, and individuals subject to Title 24 programs.
Each chapter contains numerous detailed rules that specify application procedures, calculations, forms, and timelines.
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