(a) A license to operate a vending facility may be issued to persons who are determined by the Division of State Services for the Blind to be:
- (1) Blind;
- (2) Citizens of the United States; and
(3)
- (A) Certified as qualified to operate a vending facility after having successfully completed the division’s training program for blind vendors.
- (B) This training shall include:
(i) Training in the various types of vending facilities in the program; and
- (ii) Experience in managing a vending facility for a period of time.
- (b) Priority will be given to qualified persons who are in need of employment.