§19–1401.2.

    (a)    On review of the information required under § 19–1401.1 of this subtitle and any other information that is relevant to the ability of the applicant to operate a nursing home, the Secretary may:

        (1)    Approve an application for a license;

        (2)    Deny an application for a license;

        (3)    Approve an application for a license subject to conditions; or

        (4)    Revoke a license.

    (b)    Before taking action on a license under subsection (a) of this section, the Secretary shall consider any findings and recommendations of the Maryland Health Care Commission provided to the Office of Health Care Quality under § 19–115 of this title.