Md. Code, Human Services § 6–411

(a) The purposes of the Program are to:

(1) provide funding to assist emergency food providers in purchasing food for needy individuals;

(2) encourage needy individuals to become self-sufficient; and

(3) distribute information on the State’s earned income tax credit established under § 10-704 of the Tax - General Article.

(b) When feasible and cost effective, food purchased under the Program shall be produced, grown, and harvested in the State.