Md. Code, Human Services § 10–603

(a) (1) With the advice of the Commission, the Secretary shall:

(i) develop annually a Program plan; and

(ii) submit the plan to the Governor and General Assembly for approval as part of the annual State budget.

(2) The plan shall set forth priorities for:

(i) funding grants for innovative services to seniors; and

(ii) training personnel who provide services to seniors in the State.

(3) The plan shall include provisions for:

(i) funding grants that are sought by Communities for a Lifetime to the extent practicable; and

(ii) evaluating any program funded under the plan.

(b) The Secretary may accept money from any public or private source to fund grants awarded under this subtitle.