Sec. 05.13.05.02. Definitions

A. In this chapter, the following words have the meanings indicated.

B. Terms Defined.

(1) "Certified minority business enterprise" means a minority business enterprise certified under State Finance and Procurement Article, Title 14, Subtitle 3, Annotated Code of Maryland.

(2) "Department" means the Department of Housing and Community Development.

(3) "Financial institution" has the meaning stated in State Finance and Procurement Article, §6-201, Annotated Code of Maryland.

(4) "Program" means the Linked Deposit Program established under State Finance and Procurement Article, §6-211, Annotated Code of Maryland.

(5) "Program loan" means a loan made under this chapter.

(6) "Secretary" means the Secretary of Housing and Community Development.

(7) "Small business" means a business that is qualified under State Finance and Procurement Article, Title 14, Subtitle 5, Annotated Code of Maryland.

(8) "Treasurer's Office" means the Office of the State Treasurer.