Section 7-1001 - Definitions. - Maryland Statutes

§ 7-1001. Definitions.
 

(a)  In general.- In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated. 

(b)  Door-to-door transportation.- "Door-to-door transportation" means providing, through prearranged appointment, safe escort from a departure point, into and out of a transport vehicle and to the door of the destination. 

(c)  Low-income to moderate-income.- "Low-income to moderate-income" means the household income of an individual does not exceed 400% of the poverty threshold that is established by the United States Department of Commerce, Bureau of Statistics for a given year. 

(d)  Program.- "Program" means the Maryland Senior Rides Program established under this subtitle. 

(e)  Program applicant.- "Program applicant" means a government agency, nonprofit entity, or faith-based agency that provides transportation services and is exempt from taxation under § 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. 

(f)  Program participant.- "Program participant" means a Program applicant that has been approved for participation in the Program. 

(g)  Senior.- "Senior" means an individual age 60 or older. 
 

[2004, chs. 112, 113; 2007, ch. 268.]