§ 20–301
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Pub. Util. § 20-301 (2026)
Title 20. Procurement
Subtitle 3. Local Small Business Enterprise Program
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(a)
In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b)
“Disabled veteran–owned business” means a business that is at least 51% owned and controlled by one or more individuals certified by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs as having a service–connected disability regardless of the disability rating.
(c)
“Local business” means a business with:
(1)
a principal place of business in Montgomery County or Prince George’s County; or
(2)
at least 25% of the employees of the business domiciled in Montgomery County or Prince George’s County.
(d)
“Local small business” means a business that qualifies as both:
(1)
a local business; and
(2)
a small business.
(e)
“Maryland–based business” means a business that has its principal place of business in the State.
(f)
“Program” means the business participation program established under § 20–302 of this subtitle.
(g)
“Small business” means a business that meets criteria established by regulations adopted in accordance with § 14–203 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.
(h)
“Veteran–owned business” means a business that is at least 51% owned and controlled by one or more individuals who are veterans as defined in 38 U.S.C. § 101.