Md. Code, Labor and Employment § 8–1501

(a) In this subtitle the following terms have the meanings indicated.

(b) “Former servicemember” means a former member of the federal service as defined in 5 U.S.C. § 8521(a) that:

(1) is eligible for unemployment insurance benefits for ex-servicemembers under 5 U.S.C. § 8521; and

(2) was in active service in connection with Operation Desert Shield or Operation Desert Storm.

(c) “UCX benefits” means unemployment insurance benefits for ex-servicemembers under 5 U.S.C. § 8521.