(a) This section does not apply to a licensed real estate associate broker or salesperson affiliated with a licensed real estate broker as an independent contractor. (b) By August 31 of each year, the Department shall provide to the Department of Assessments and Taxation a list of persons issued licenses, certificates, or permits under this article during the previous fiscal year, to assist the Department of Assessments and Taxation in identifying new businesses within the State. (c) The list provided under this section shall: (1) be provided free of charge; and (2) include, for each person on the list: (i) the name and mailing address of the person; and (ii) the federal tax identification number of the person or, if the person does not have a federal tax identification number, the Social Security number of the person.
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