Through the State plan, the Secretary shall: (1) Provide or encourage by consultation, cooperation, contract, or direct operation, services and facilities that are needed for the early detection, accurate evaluation, proper referral, protection of individual rights and liberties, and the optimal care and development of individuals with developmental disability who need treatment or services; and (2) Encourage coordination of services with other public and private agencies that have responsibility for serving individuals with developmental disability.
Maryland Legal Code