There is a Department of Disabilities, established as a principal department of State government.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Title 7 - Individuals With Disabilities
Subtitle 1 - Department of Disabilities
Part II - Organization and Administration of Department
Section 7-104 - Department Established
Section 7-106 - Administration of Department
Section 7-107 - Deputy Secretary
Section 7-111 - State Coordinator for Autism Strategy -- Strategic Plan -- Annual Report
Section 7-112 - Advisory Stakeholder Group on Autism-Related Needs -- Members -- Meetings