In this section the following words have the meanings indicated. “Department” means the Department of Economic Competitiveness and Commerce. “Eligible business” has the meaning stated in § 5–451 of the Economic Development Article. “Lender” has the meaning stated in § 5–451 of the Economic Development Article. The Department and the State are not liable to any lender for payment of the principal or interest on a loan to an eligible business in accordance with § 5–451 of the Economic Development Article.