In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated. “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. “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. “Small business” means a business that meets the qualifications established under § 14–203 of this subtitle. “Small business preference” means a purchase request for which bids are invited from a list of qualified bidders that includes small businesses. “Veteran” means a veteran as defined in 38 U.S.C. § 101(2) who is domiciled in Maryland. “Veteran–owned small business” means a small business that is at least 51% owned and controlled by one or more individuals who are veterans.