In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated. “Board” means the Board of Directors of the Corporation. “Corporation” means the Maryland Community Investment Corporation. “Investment committee” means a committee appointed by the Board to advise on and approve investments as required under this subtitle. “Low–income community” means a community in the State that meets the definition of a low–income community under 26 U.S.C. § 45D(e)(1). “New markets tax credit” means the federal tax credits allocated under 26 U.S.C. § 45D. “Qualified community development entity” means an entity that meets the definition of a qualified community development entity under 26 U.S.C. § 45D(c)(1). “Qualified equity investment” means an investment that meets the definition of a qualified equity investment under 26 U.S.C. § 45D(b)(1).