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Statements of Need (SON)

The Statement of Need is a process used to identify resources for the State. The Statement of Need allows providers to obtain a license in Maryland to operate a residential child care program in specific areas as identified by the State.

Residential Child Care Services

Residential beds must be available by: April 1, 2026 Comments will be accepted through: June 27, 2025 A public hearing has not been scheduled Proposals are to be submitted to Placementand.Permanency@maryland.gov with 21 days from the date notice of the SON is published in the Maryland Register