Maryland Statutes
Subtitle 9 - Hospice Care Facilities
Section 19-902 - Statement of Purpose

The purposes of this subtitle are:
        (1)    To simplify and clarify the laws that govern the use of a hospice care program by individuals who want a supportive environment;
        (2)    To encourage the establishment of hospice care programs; and
        (3)    To ensure the quality of these hospice care programs.