Budget and Tax

Revised State Budget Paves the Way for Significant New Investment in Education

March 21, 2019 by MDCEP

Photo by K Whiteford Maryland lawmakers are poised to move forward with a budget that invests significantly more in schools read more

Maryland Shouldn’t Double Down on Ineffective Federal Tax Breaks for ‘Opportunity Zones’

February 27, 2019 by Christopher Meyer

This week Maryland lawmakers are considering a proposal from Gov. Hogan to give additional state tax breaks to companies participating read more

First Look at the Governor’s Budget

January 29, 2019 by MDCEP

For the first time in years, the governor’s proposed state spending plan for the next budget year includes no major read more

Building Our Future

January 18, 2019 by Christopher Meyer

A Revenue Plan for World-Class Schools in Maryland Maryland policymakers have a once-in-a-generation opportunity in this legislative session to guarantee read more

Maryland Should Reform Tax Breaks to Target Aging Adults Facing Financial Hardship

January 3, 2019 by Kenna Lemu

Like the rest of the nation, Maryland has seen its workforce age over time. Our labor force supports children, elders, read more

Maryland Families Stand to Lose from Part 2 of Congressional Republicans’ Fiscal Agenda

October 26, 2018 by Christopher Meyer

Last week, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell called for harmful cuts to federal investments that help millions of families access read more

Maryland’s Tax Policy Has Improved, But Still Falls Short of Meeting Our State’s Needs

October 23, 2018 by Kenna Lemu

The investments we make through our taxes support the schools, roads, parks, and other things that help our communities thrive, read more

Sustaining Strong Communities on Maryland’s Eastern Shore

September 27, 2018 by Christopher Meyer

Maryland’s Eastern Shore is a place with significant assets including natural beauty, productive farmland, and an iconic seafood industry. Download read more