Do I need to be currently in possession of a learner's permit to obtain my license? (Maryland)?

I have already obtained a learner's permit, completed Driver's Ed and reached the amount of hours I need to get my license, however, my learner's permit has expired. Do I need to renew my permit before I take the driver's test and go for my license, or can I go straight for the license?|||No,you can get it straight away..