(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b) “Veteran” means an individual who is verified by the State Department of Veterans Affairs as having served on active duty in the armed forces of the United States, other than for training, and was discharged or released under conditions other than dishonorable.
(c) “Veteran–owned small business enterprise” means a business that:
(1) meets the size standards adopted by the United States Small Business Administration in 13 C.F.R. 121.201 and any subsequent revision of that regulation; and
(2) is at least 51% owned by one or more individuals who:
(i) are veterans; and
(ii) control the management and daily operations of the business.