Maryland Statutes
Subtitle 9 - Cooperation Among Political Subdivisions
Section 1-902 - Cooperation in Performing Governmental Functions and Acceptance of Funds

(a)    This section applies to all counties except:
        (1)    Anne Arundel County;
        (2)    Baltimore City;
        (3)    Baltimore County;
        (4)    Howard County; and
        (5)    Prince George’s County.
    (b)    The governing body of a county may contract with another governmental entity for the joint or cooperative performance of any governmental function.
    (c)    The governing body of a county may:
        (1)    accept any gift or grant from the federal or State government or any unit of federal or State government; and
        (2)    use the gift or grant for any lawful purpose for which it was received.