Md. Code, Education § 12–114

(a) There is a University Textbook Consortium within the University System of Maryland.

(b) The purpose of the University Textbook Consortium is to enable constituent institutions to receive a volume discount on the purchase of textbooks and other educational supplies.

(c) The University System Office or its designee shall coordinate the purchase and distribution of textbooks and other educational supplies to participating institutions.

(d) Participation in the University Textbook Consortium by constituent institutions is voluntary.