Md. Code, General Provisions § 5–848

(a) In this part the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) “Candidate” has the meaning stated in § 1–101 of the Election Law Article, but only as it applies to a candidate seeking election as a local official.

(c) “Contribution” has the meaning stated in § 1–101 of the Election Law Article.

(d) “Lobbyist” means a person required to register under § 2–295 of the Prince George’s County Code or § 19A–21 of the Montgomery County Code.

(e) “Local official” means:

(1) a member of the County Council of Prince George’s County or the County Executive of Prince George’s County; or

(2) a member of the County Council of Montgomery County or the County Executive of Montgomery County.

(f) “Political committee” has the meanings stated in § 1–101 of the Election Law Article.