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Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
In accordance with the State budget, the Program shall:
(1) encourage eligible residents to learn English;
(2) encourage eligible residents to become naturalized citizens of the United States;
(3) inform eligible residents about the rights and responsibilities of citizens, the process of naturalization, and the availability of citizenship services;
(4) make available or increase the availability of instruction in:
(i) English as a second language;
(ii) United States history; and
(iii) citizenship preparation;
(5) make available or increase the availability of assistance in completing applications for naturalization;
(6) establish an effective connection to nonpartisan voter registration efforts;
(7) encourage the involvement of new citizens in democratic institutions; and
(8) work with federal, State, and local units of government and organizations to respond to the need for citizenship services in the State.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Maryland Code, Human Services § 6-704 - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/md/human-services/md-code-human-serv-sect-6-704/
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