Maryland HB36 updates terminology in state law to refer to clergy as "member of the clergy" and churches as "faith institutions" and "places of.

Maryland HB36 revises various sections of the Annotated Code to update terminology related to clergy, churches, faith institutions, and places of worship. The bill changes references from "clergyman" to "member of the clergy" and from "church" to "faith institution" or "place of worship." This update affects numerous areas, including labor and employment, health care, education, public safety, and more. The changes aim to reflect a broader understanding of religious institutions and their roles in society.

Maryland HB36 updates terminology in state law to refer to clergy as "member of the clergy" and churches as "faith institutions" and "places of.

Maryland HB36 revises various sections of the Annotated Code to update terminology related to clergy, churches, faith institutions, and places of worship. The bill changes references from "clergyman" to "member of the clergy" and from "church" to "faith institution" or "place of worship." This update affects numerous areas, including labor and employment, health care, education, public safety, and more. The changes aim to reflect a broader understanding of religious institutions and their roles in society.