§ 10-903. Community programs

   (a) In general. --

   (1) The governing body of any county may apply for assistance to establish a mental health program under Part I of this subtitle.

   (2) A county shall apply by submitting annually to the Director, for approval by the Secretary, a plan and budget for the next fiscal year.

(b) Intercounty program. -- The governing bodies of two or more counties may apply for assistance to establish a community mental health program for the counties if:

   (1) The population of one of the counties is too small to warrant the establishment of an independent community mental health program for that county; and

   (2) The Director consents.

(c) Eligibility. -- A community mental health services program is not eligible for assistance under Part I of this subtitle unless:

   (1) Its plan and budget conform to the State plan for mental health services and the priorities set under it; and

   (2) The qualifications of its professional staff meet the standards that the Secretary sets.

HISTORY: An. Code 1957, art. 43, § 1J; 1982, ch. 21, § 2.