Gov. Wes Moore is about to pitch tax cuts and increases for the first time. Here’s what we know.
Maryland’s wealthiest earners would pay more in state taxes, while corporations and other workers would get a tax cut under a budget plan Gov. Wes Moore will introduce Wednesday — marking the first time the Democrat has thrown his political weight behind policies that could directly impact most Marylanders’ pocketbooks.
Governor Moore's proposed 2026 budget will bring tax cuts to 82% of Marylanders
In an interview with WJZ, Governor Wes Moore said his FY2026 budget will bring major tax cuts to 82% of Marylanders, while increasing tax rates for the state's highest earners.
Gov. Moore Proposes $2 Billion in Budget Cuts, Promotes Government Efficiency
Maryland's budget shortfall prompts concerns of budget cuts and tax increases. Gov. Moore proposes modernizing state government to save $50 million.
Moore’s budget: Tax overhaul includes cuts and increases for Marylanders
An overhaul of Maryland’s personal income taxes would give two-thirds of filers an average tax cut of about $173 while raising hundreds of millions of dollars more from those making more than
Moore announces tax increases for the wealthy to close budget gap
Moore has also pledged making $2 billion in cuts to help close a $3 billion budget gap, targeting some spending on climate initiatives and government inefficiency.
Moore balances budget with tax increases, education and healthcare expense cuts
One of Moore's four key pillars is revising the state's tax plan. "This tax system makes no sense in the state of Maryland," said Moore. Under the new plan, the majority of Marylanders, 82% of them, will see cuts or no change. The top 18% will see tax increases.
SUN: Moore's budget | Tax overhaul includes cuts and increases for Marylanders
An overhaul of Maryland’s personal income taxes would give two-thirds of filers an average tax cut of about $173 while raising hundreds of millions of dollars m
Maryland Gov. Moore Includes Income Tax Increases for Wealthy Residents to Help Address $3B Deficit
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has included higher income tax rates for taxpayers who make more than $500,000 in his budget plan, as well as about $2 billion in budget cuts to address a $3 billion deficit
Moore to cut taxes for most Marylanders, raise taxes for highest earners
Governor Wes Moore says 82% of Marylanders will see a cut or no change in their taxes, while the richest 18% will see increases. He did not say how much that increase will be.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore releases proposal to deal with the state's budget crisis
The Governor plans to fix it through a combination of cuts and tax increases that he says will move the state forward.
Wes Moore outlines changes to Blueprint, cuts to public universities amid funding crisis
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Gov. Wes Moore (D-MD) joined CNN's Jake Tapper on Tuesday and discussed how he plans to work alongside President-elect Donald ...
Democratic Governor Offers An Olive Branch To Trump On CNN
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D) told CNN on Tuesday that he’s willing to partner with President-elect Donald Trump to strengthen ...
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore launches government efficiency initiative to make dent in $3 billion deficit
Gov. Wes Moore will look to make a dent in the looming $3 billion state budget deficit through a new effort that aims to save ...