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.
Tax cuts, increases part of Moore’s ‘growth agenda’
Gov. Wes Moore Wednesday proposed a budget he said will promote long-term economic growth and provide tax cuts to many, but it will be  balanced on tax increases on high-income earners in the state.
Gov. Moore proposes tax cuts for some Marylanders, hikes 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.
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
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore highlights budget, including tax cuts
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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.
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
Gov. Wes Moore announces $2B in cuts, tax hikes as Maryland faces budget deficit
Maryland is facing a budget crisis and Gov. Wes Moore has said the state is going to have to slash spending and increase revenue to fix it.
Moore drops hints on budget, tax changes
On the eve of the release of his 2026 state budget proposal, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore dropped a few hints about how he'll close an almost $3 billion budget shortfall that could include tax changes. Speaking Tuesday in College Park,
'A good speech from a great man': Gov. Wes Moore on Pres. Biden's legacy, farewell address
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Gov. Wes Moore: Now's the time to fix our fiscal crisis
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Wes Moore outlines changes to Blueprint, cuts to public universities amid funding crisis
Gov. Wes Moore announced his proposed budget for FY 2026 Wednesday, where he and his budget secretary explained how the state ...
Here's how Gov. Moore's proposed 2026 budget will impact Baltimore.
Gov. Wes Moore's proposed 2026 budget​ includes significant investments in Baltimore's development and transportation infrastructure across Maryland.
Gov. Wes Moore pushing new vehicle fees, increases to reverse some transportation cuts
Gov. Wes Moore’s administration will introduce a series of vehicle-related fees, including a new 75-cent fee on online retail ...