Maryland Means Business: News, Stories and Insights

Uncover the controversy surrounding a proposed 3% tax on I-T and tech businesses in Maryland, a measure intended to address a substantial budget deficit. Hear concerns from a Salisbury technology business owner and the local Chamber of Commerce about the potential negative impacts on innovation and competition with neighboring states like Delaware.

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Description: A charity golf tournament, advertised to benefit two Maryland youth organizations, has left both charities and the hosting country club empty-handed. Questions are being raised about "shady math" and "missing money" from the event organized by Sugar Ray Leonard's son's company. Discover the disappointment and unanswered questions surrounding this fundraiser.

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Dive into the Maryland budget battle where a proposed 3% consumer tax on information technology and data consulting services has emerged as a key point of discussion amid a $3.3 billion deficit. Discover how this "tailored approach" replaces a broader business-to-business tax that faced significant pushback, and how it fits into the larger framework of cuts and tax reforms.

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Facing a significant $3 billion budget deficit, Maryland lawmakers are scrambling after the governor dismissed the broad B2B tax and the soda tax. With sales tax increase rumors swirling, the question remains: how will Maryland balance its budget without these major revenue sources?

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A contentious proposal for a 2.5% business-to-business sales tax in Maryland is drawing fierce criticism from business owners who fear it will make the state less competitive and potentially lead to relocations. Even major players like McCormick are warning of potential impacts.

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Baltimore City Mayor Brandon Scott is pushing for a 2% sales tax increase to fund property tax relief and infrastructure, arguing Maryland would align with other states' tax policies. However, this comes as the state grapples with a significant budget deficit, also considering a 2.5% tax on business-to-business services that is facing strong backlash from the business

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Maryland's insurance commissioner supports a bill to increase regulations on telematics programs, focusing on data privacy, accuracy, and consumer protection.

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Federal budget cuts and employment reductions under the Trump administration are causing significant fiscal strain in Maryland. With nearly 30,000 federal jobs at risk, how will Maryland's heavy reliance on federal employment impact its budget and private sector

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Maryland lawmakers are debating a proposed tax on business services as the state's budget deficit increases to $3.3 billion. Some worry it will hurt struggling businesses, while others see it as necessary.

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Maryland is considering a new tax on business services to address a budget shortfall. But businesses fear it will increase costs and push them to leave the state

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