Md. Code, State Finance and Procurement § 5–603

In the preparation and revision of the Plan or any part of it, the Department shall:

(1) seek comments from and consult with the local governments of the areas that are affected by the Plan; and

(2) seek the cooperation and advice of appropriate:

(i) governmental units;

(ii) regional planning commissions;

(iii) public or private educational institutions;

(iv) public or private research organizations;

(v) civic groups; and

(vi) interested persons.