Requiring homeowners to file applications to the State Department of
Assessments and Taxation to qualify for the homestead property tax
credit; providing that the homestead property tax credit may not be
granted unless an application is filed as required within 180 days
following the transfer of property for consideration to new ownership
after December 31, 2007, or on or before December 31, 2012, for
property last transferred for consideration to new ownership on or
before December 31, 2007; etc.