Maryland Code, Education § 8-411

(a)(1) Each year the Governor shall place an item in the State budget for the education and training of children with disabilities who are under the age of 6.

(2) The appropriation by the General Assembly shall be spent under the supervision and control of the Department.

(1) Identification, evaluation, early intervention, and education of children with disabilities;

(2) Qualifications of service providers and teachers;

(3) Curriculum and equipment; and

(4) General supervision and operation of the program provided in this section.