Md. Code, Family Law § 5–531

(a) A local department may pay reasonable funeral expenses, not exceeding $650, for a child who was receiving foster care under this subtitle, if:

(1) no individual who was legally responsible for the support of the child is able to pay; and

(2) other resources, including insurance benefits or the child’s estate, are insufficient.

(b) The cost of funeral expenses shall be charged to State funds.