Md. Code, Education § 13–503

(a) There is a Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems.

(b) The Institute is an independent agency located at the University of Maryland, Baltimore Campus.

(c) The Institute shall be governed by the State Emergency Medical Services Board.

(d) Funding for the Institute shall be from:

(1) The surcharge imposed under § 13-954 of the Transportation Article;

(2) General funds; and

(3) Funds from any other source.