Md. Code, Housing and Community Development § 2–202

(a) (1) The Department shall establish advisory councils, boards, and committees as the Governor and the Secretary determine.

(2) The Governor and the Secretary shall determine:

(i) the size of the advisory bodies;

(ii) the qualifications, method of appointment, terms, and compensation of members;

(iii) the manner of removal of members; and

(iv) the method of filling vacancies.

(b) The advisory units shall advise and assist the Secretary on policies, programs, and activities of the Department.