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This bill modifies the existing Maryland law regarding appointments in the Military Department by changing the appointment authority for certain staff positions from the Governor to the Adjutant General. Specifically, the bill allows the Adjutant General, rather than the Governor, to appoint a chief of staff and aides for the Military Department. Additionally, the bill establishes that these staff positions (the chief of staff and aides) will now serve at the pleasure of the Adjutant General instead of the Governor. This change effectively transfers the power of hiring and maintaining these key staff positions from the state's executive leadership (the Governor) to the military's top leadership in Maryland (the Adjutant General). The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2025, providing ample time for the transition of this appointment authority.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0181?ys=2025RS