§ 14–201
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., State Fin. & Proc. § 14-201 (2026)
Title 14. Preferences
Subtitle 2. Small Business Preference Program
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(a)
In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b)
“Disabled veteran” means a veteran who has been certified by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs as having a service–connected disability regardless of the disability rating.
(c)
“Disabled veteran–owned small business” means a small business that is at least 51% owned and controlled by one or more individuals who are disabled veterans.
(d)
“Small business” means a business that meets the qualifications established under § 14–203 of this subtitle.
(e)
“Small business preference” means a purchase request for which bids are invited from a list of qualified bidders that includes small businesses.
(f)
“Veteran” means a veteran as defined in 38 U.S.C. § 101(2) who is domiciled in Maryland.
(g)
“Veteran–owned small business” means a small business that is at least 51% owned and controlled by one or more individuals who are veterans.