The increasing cost of higher education forces many Marylanders to borrow large sums to finance their education, creating a drag on Maryland’s economy and workforce. The high cost of college does not reflect the values of Maryland and the policies
Undocumented workers already pay many local and state taxes, particularly the sale tax and property tax. Two recent executive actions might dramatically increase payment of personal income taxes. Yesterday we celebrated Tax Day and what our investments bring us in
On April 15th our taxes are due and it’s a good time to pause and consider what we’ve invested in. To build a strong economy and create jobs, we need to invest in what works, like education, transportation, and family
Just about half of Marylanders who rent are paying so much for a place to live that they’re in danger of not being able to afford other necessities. Prices for rental homes in Maryland have increased annually while wages for
The supplemental budget Governor Hogan released yesterday falls short of what Marylanders deserve in the quest for a strong economy and broad prosperity. The Governor’s proposals would undo the General Assembly’s efforts to restore unwise cuts in spending on schools,
The General Assembly has the opportunity to correct gender-based wage discrimination this session. The Equal Pay for Equal Work Act (Senate Bill 424/ House Bill 1051) would give employees the tools to correct pay discrepancies without fear of retaliation by
Maryland’s unemployment rate is lower than the national rate, and more Marylanders are back to work since the recession. However, a closer look at the numbers reveals that Maryland has seen an increase in low-wage jobs and that the recovery
Despite its overall wealth, Maryland continues to be plagued by wide inequities in income and opportunity. How successful you are can depend on where you live, how educated you are, the color of your skin, and if you are a
Business Relief and Tax Fairness Act Will Create A Fair and Effective Corporate Tax Structure Given before the House Ways and Means Committee The Maryland Center on Economic Policy Supports House Bill 663 House Bill 663 would create a fairer,
Position Statement Supporting House Bill 730 Given before the House Ways and Means Comittee The estate tax exemption should be frozen at $1.5 million — a level that exempts more than 97 percent of estates — to protect Maryland’s vital investments
