GTG (GTG)
- § 1–101
- § 1–201
- § 1–202
- § 1–203
- § 1–204
- § 1–205
- § 1–206
- § 1–207
- § 1–208
- § 1–301
- § 1–302
- § 1–303
- § 1–304
- § 1–305
- § 1–306
- § 1–307
- § 1–401
- § 1–402
- § 1–403
- § 1–404
- § 1–405
- § 1–406
- § 1–407
- § 1–408
- § 2–4A-01
- § 2–4A-02
- § 2–101
- § 2–102
- § 2–102.1
- § 2–102.2
- § 2–103
- § 2–104
- § 2–105
- § 2–106
- § 2–107
- § 2–108
- § 2–109
- § 2–110
- § 2–111
- § 2–112
- § 2–113
- § 2–113.1
- § 2–114
- § 2–115
- § 2–116
- § 2–116.1
- § 2–117
- § 2–118
- § 2–119
- § 2–120
- § 2–201
- § 2–202
- § 2–203
- § 2–301
- § 2–302
- § 2–303
- § 2–401
- § 2–402
- § 2–501
- § 2–502
- § 2–601
- § 2–604
- § 2–605
- § 2–605.1
- § 2–605.2
- § 2–605.3
- § 2–606
- § 2–607
- § 2–608
- § 2–609
- § 2–610
- § 2–611
- § 2–613
- § 2–613.1
- § 2–614
- § 2–614.1
- § 2–615
- § 2–701
- § 2–702
- § 2–801
- § 2–802
- § 2–901
- § 2–902
- § 2–1001
- § 2–1002
- § 2–1101
- § 2–1102
- § 2–1103
- § 2–1104
- § 2–1201
- § 2–1301
- § 2–1302
- § 2–1302.1
- § 2–1302.2
- § 2–1302.3
- § 2–1302.4
- § 2–1302.5
- § 2–1303
- § 2–1401
- § 2–1402
- § 2–1601
- § 2–1602
- § 2–1603
- § 3–101
- § 3–102
- § 3–103
- § 3–104
- § 3–105
- § 3–106
- § 3–107
- § 3–108
- § 3–109
- § 3–110
- § 3–111
- § 3–112
- § 3–113
- § 4–101
- § 4–102
- § 4–103
- § 4–104
- § 4–105
- § 4–201
- § 4–202
- § 4–301
- § 5–101
- § 5–102
- § 5–103
- § 5–104
- § 5–105
- § 5–201
- § 5–301
- § 5–302
- § 5–303
- § 6–101
- § 6–102
- § 6–103
- § 6–104
- § 6–201
- § 6–202
- § 6–301
- § 7–101
- § 7–104
- § 7–105
- § 7–106
- § 7–107
- § 7–108
- § 7–109
- § 7–110
- § 7–111
- § 7–112
- § 7–113
- § 7–114
- § 7–115
- § 7–118
- § 7–119
- § 7–120
- § 7–121
- § 7–122
- § 7–201
- § 7–202
- § 7–203
- § 7–204
- § 7–207
- § 7–208
- § 7–209
- § 7–210
- § 7–211
- § 7–214
- § 7–215
- § 7–216
- § 7–217
- § 7–218
- § 7–219
- § 7–220
- § 7–221
- § 7–224
- § 7–225
- § 7–228
- § 7–231
- § 7–232
- § 7–233
- § 7–234
- § 7–301
- § 7–302
- § 7–303
- § 7–304
- § 7–305
- § 7–305.1
- § 7–306
- § 7–307
- § 7–308
- § 7–309
- § 7–401
- § 7–402
- § 7–403
- § 7–404
- § 7–405
- § 7–406
- § 7.5-101
- § 7.5-102
- § 7.5-103
- § 7.5-201
- § 7.5-202
- § 7.5-301
- § 8–101
- § 8–102
- § 8–201
- § 8–202
- § 8–203
- § 8–204
- § 8–205
- § 8–206
- § 8–207
- § 8–208
- § 8–209
- § 8–210
- § 8–211
- § 8–212
- § 8–214
- § 8–215
- § 8–216
- § 8–217
- § 8–218
- § 8–220
- § 8–221
- § 8–301
- § 8–302
- § 8–303
- § 8–304
- § 8–305
- § 8–401
- § 8–402
- § 8–402.1
- § 8–403
- § 8–404
- § 8–405
- § 8–406
- § 8–407
- § 8–408
- § 8–409
- § 8–411
- § 8–412
- § 8–413
- § 8–415
- § 8–417
- § 9–101
- § 9–201
- § 9–202
- § 9–203
- § 9–204
- § 9–205
- § 9–207
- § 9–208
- § 9–209
- § 9–212
- § 9–213
- § 9–214
- § 9–215
- § 9–216
- § 9–219
- § 9–220
- § 9–221
- § 9–222
- § 9–223
- § 9–301
- § 9–302
- § 9–303
- § 9–303.1
- § 9–304
- § 9–305
- § 9–306
- § 9–308
- § 9–309
- § 9–310
- § 9–314
- § 9–315
- § 9–318
- § 9–319
- § 9–320
- § 9–321
- § 9–322
- § 9–323
- § 9–324
- § 9–325
- § 9–326
- § 9–327
- § 9–328
- § 9–329
- § 9–330
- § 9–331
- § 9–332
- § 9–333
- § 9–334
- § 9–335
- § 9–336
- § 9–337
- § 10–101
- § 10–102
- § 10–102.1
- § 10–103
- § 10–104
- § 10–105
- § 10–106
- § 10–106.1
- § 10–107
- § 10–108
- § 10–109
- § 10–201
- § 10–203
- § 10–204
- § 10–205
- § 10–206
- § 10–207
- § 10–208
- § 10–209
- § 10–210
- § 10–210.1
- § 10–211
- § 10–212
- § 10–213
- § 10–217
- § 10–218
- § 10–219
- § 10–220
- § 10–222
- § 10–223
- § 10–301
- § 10–304
- § 10–305
- § 10–306
- § 10–306.1
- § 10–306.2
- § 10–307
- § 10–308
- § 10–309
- § 10–310
- § 10–401
- § 10–402
- § 10–403
- § 10–501
- § 10–502
- § 10–503
- § 10–504
- § 10–601
- § 10–602
- § 10–603
- § 10–604
- § 10–701
- § 10–701.1
- § 10–702
- § 10–703
- § 10–703.2
- § 10–704
- § 10–704.1
- § 10–704.4
- § 10–704.5
- § 10–704.6
- § 10–704.7
- § 10–704.8
- § 10–705
- § 10–706
- § 10–707
- § 10–709
- § 10–710
- § 10–714
- § 10–715
- § 10–716
- § 10–717
- § 10–718
- § 10–720
- § 10–721
- § 10–722
- § 10–723
- § 10–724
- § 10–725
- § 10–726
- § 10–730
- § 10–732
- § 10–733.1
- § 10–734
- § 10–734.1
- § 10–736
- § 10–738
- § 10–739
- § 10–739.1
- § 10–740
- § 10–741
- § 10–744
- § 10–745
- § 10–746
- § 10–749
- § 10–750
- § 10–751
- § 10–752
- § 10–753
- § 10–754
- § 10–755
- § 10–756
- § 10–757
- § 10–804
- § 10–804.1
- § 10–805
- § 10–806
- § 10–807
- § 10–808
- § 10–809
- § 10–809.1
- § 10–810
- § 10–811
- § 10–812
- § 10–812.1
- § 10–813
- § 10–814
- § 10–815
- § 10–816
- § 10–817
- § 10–818
- § 10–819
- § 10–819.1
- § 10–820
- § 10–821
- § 10–822
- § 10–823
- § 10–824
- § 10–825
- § 10–827
- § 10–828
- § 10–829
- § 10–830
- § 10–901
- § 10–902
- § 10–905
- § 10–906
- § 10–907
- § 10–908
- § 10–909
- § 10–910
- § 10–911
- § 10–912
- § 10–913
- § 11–1A-01
- § 11–1A-02
- § 11–1A-03
- § 11–1A-04
- § 11–1A-05
- § 11–1A-06
- § 11–101
- § 11–102
- § 11–103
- § 11–104
- § 11–105
- § 11–106
- § 11–108
- § 11–109
- § 11–201
- § 11–201.1
- § 11–204
- § 11–205
- § 11–206
- § 11–207
- § 11–208
- § 11–209
- § 11–210
- § 11–211
- § 11–212
- § 11–213
- § 11–214
- § 11–214.1
- § 11–215
- § 11–216
- § 11–217
- § 11–218
- § 11–219
- § 11–220
- § 11–221
- § 11–222
- § 11–223
- § 11–224
- § 11–225
- § 11–226
- § 11–227
- § 11–228
- § 11–229
- § 11–230
- § 11–231
- § 11–232
- § 11–233
- § 11–235
- § 11–236
- § 11–237
- § 11–238
- § 11–239
- § 11–240
- § 11–241
- § 11–242
- § 11–243
- § 11–244
- § 11–245
- § 11–246
- § 11–301
- § 11–302
- § 11–303
- § 11–401
- § 11–402
- § 11–403
- § 11–403.1
- § 11–404
- § 11–405
- § 11–406
- § 11–407
- § 11–408
- § 11–409
- § 11–410
- § 11–411
- § 11–501
- § 11–502
- § 11–502.1
- § 11–502.2
- § 11–502.3
- § 11–503
- § 11–504
- § 11–505
- § 11–601
- § 11–701
- § 11–702
- § 11–703
- § 11–704
- § 11–705
- § 11–706
- § 11–707
- § 11–708
- § 11–709
- § 11–710
- § 11–711
- § 11–712
- § 12–101
- § 12–102
- § 12–103
- § 12–104
- § 12–105
- § 12–201
- § 12–202
- § 12–202.1
- § 12–203
- § 12–204
- § 12–301
- § 12–302
- § 12–303
- § 12–304
- § 12–305
- § 13–1A-01
- § 13–1A-02
- § 13–1A-03
- § 13–1A-04
- § 13–1A-05
- § 13–101
- § 13–102
- § 13–103
- § 13–104
- § 13–105
- § 13–201
- § 13–202
- § 13–203
- § 13–204
- § 13–205
- § 13–206
- § 13–207
- § 13–208
- § 13–301
- § 13–302
- § 13–303
- § 13–304
- § 13–401
- § 13–402
- § 13–403
- § 13–405
- § 13–406
- § 13–407
- § 13–408
- § 13–409
- § 13–410
- § 13–411
- § 13–412
- § 13–413
- § 13–501
- § 13–504
- § 13–505
- § 13–508
- § 13–509
- § 13–510
- § 13–511
- § 13–514
- § 13–515
- § 13–516
- § 13–517
- § 13–518
- § 13–519
- § 13–520
- § 13–521
- § 13–522
- § 13–523
- § 13–524
- § 13–525
- § 13–526
- § 13–527
- § 13–528
- § 13–529
- § 13–532
- § 13–601
- § 13–602
- § 13–603
- § 13–604
- § 13–605
- § 13–606
- § 13–701
- § 13–702
- § 13–703
- § 13–704
- § 13–705
- § 13–706
- § 13–706.1
- § 13–707
- § 13–708
- § 13–709
- § 13–710
- § 13–711
- § 13–712
- § 13–713
- § 13–714
- § 13–715
- § 13–716
- § 13–717
- § 13–801
- § 13–802
- § 13–804
- § 13–805
- § 13–806
- § 13–807
- § 13–808
- § 13–809
- § 13–810
- § 13–811
- § 13–812
- § 13–815
- § 13–816
- § 13–817
- § 13–818
- § 13–821
- § 13–824
- § 13–825
- § 13–826
- § 13–827
- § 13–828
- § 13–829
- § 13–830
- § 13–831
- § 13–832
- § 13–834
- § 13–835
- § 13–836
- § 13–837
- § 13–838
- § 13–839
- § 13–840
- § 13–841
- § 13–842
- § 13–845
- § 13–901
- § 13–902
- § 13–903
- § 13–904
- § 13–905
- § 13–906
- § 13–908
- § 13–909
- § 13–912
- § 13–913
- § 13–914
- § 13–915
- § 13–916
- § 13–917
- § 13–918
- § 13–919
- § 13–920
- § 13–921
- § 13–922
- § 13–925
- § 13–926
- § 13–927
- § 13–930
- § 13–931
- § 13–932
- § 13–1001
- § 13–1002
- § 13–1003
- § 13–1004
- § 13–1005
- § 13–1006
- § 13–1007
- § 13–1008
- § 13–1009
- § 13–1010
- § 13–1012
- § 13–1013
- § 13–1014
- § 13–1015
- § 13–1016
- § 13–1017
- § 13–1018
- § 13–1019
- § 13–1020
- § 13–1021
- § 13–1022
- § 13–1023
- § 13–1024
- § 13–1025
- § 13–1026
- § 13–1027
- § 13–1029
- § 13–1030
- § 13–1031
- § 13–1101
- § 13–1102
- § 13–1103
- § 13–1104
§ 1–101
(a)
In this article the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
“Admissions and amusement tax” means the tax imposed under Title 4 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
“Alcoholic beverage tax” means the tax imposed under Title 5 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
“Boxing and wrestling tax” means the tax imposed under Title 6 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Comptroller” means the Comptroller of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Comptroller”, unless expressly provided otherwise, includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
an employee of the Comptroller acting within the scope of employment; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(e)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
an agent or representative of the Comptroller acting within the scope of the Comptroller’s authority.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(e)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
“County” means a county of the State and, unless expressly provided otherwise, Baltimore City.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
“Department” means the State Department of Assessments and Taxation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g–1)
“Digital advertising gross revenues tax” means the tax imposed under Title 7.5 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(g–1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g–2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(g–2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Executive Director” means the Executive Director of the Alcohol, Tobacco, and Cannabis Commission.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(g–2)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Executive Director” includes a deputy, an inspector, or any other individual acting within the scope of the Executive Director’s authority.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(g–2)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
“Financial institution franchise tax” means the tax imposed under Title 8, Subtitle 2 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Income tax” means the tax imposed under Title 10 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(i)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Income tax” includes the State income tax and county income tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(i)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(j)
“Inheritance tax” means the tax imposed under Title 7, Subtitle 2 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(j) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(k)
“Internal Revenue Code” means Title 26 of the United States Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(k) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(l)
“Maryland estate tax” means the tax imposed under Title 7, Subtitle 3 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(l) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(m)
“Maryland generation–skipping transfer tax” means the tax imposed under Title 7, Subtitle 4 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(m) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(n)
“Motor carrier tax” means the tax imposed under Title 9, Subtitle 2 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(n) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(o)
“Motor fuel tax” means the tax imposed under Title 9, Subtitle 3 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(o) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(p)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(p) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Person” means an individual, receiver, trustee, guardian, personal representative, fiduciary, or representative of any kind and any partnership, firm, association, corporation, or other entity.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(p)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Person”, unless expressly provided otherwise, does not include a governmental entity or a unit or instrumentality of a governmental entity.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(p)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(q)
“Property” means real property and personal property.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(q) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(r)
“Public service company franchise tax” means the tax imposed under Title 8, Subtitle 4 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(r) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(r–1)
“Reserve component” has the meaning stated in § 9–901 of the State Government Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(r–1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(s)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(s) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Sales and use tax” means the tax imposed under Title 11 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(s)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Sales and use tax” includes the tax imposed on the use of certain electricity under § 11–1A–01 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(s)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Sales and use tax” includes the hotel surcharge imposed under § 11–102(b) of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(s)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(t)
“Savings and loan association franchise tax” means the tax imposed under Title 8, Subtitle 3 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(t) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(u)
“State” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(u) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a state, possession, territory, or commonwealth of the United States; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(u)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the District of Columbia.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(u)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
Repealed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(w)
“Tobacco tax” means the tax imposed under Title 12 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(w) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(x)
“Uniformed services” has the meaning stated in § 9–901 of the State Government Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(x) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(y)
“Veteran” has the meaning stated in § 9–901 of the State Government Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101(y) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-101 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 1–201
(a)
In this section, “legal holiday” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-201(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the day on which a legal holiday, as defined in § 1–111 of the General Provisions Article, is observed; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-201(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a federal legal holiday.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-201(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Notwithstanding any other law, when under State or local law, the last day to pay a tax, file a tax return, or perform any other act that relates to taxes under this article falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday, performance of the act is considered timely if the act is performed on the next succeeding day that is not a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-201(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
For purposes of this section, the last day to perform an act is the last day of any authorized extension of time.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-201(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-201 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 1–202
(a)
A unit of the State government or person responsible for administering or collecting a tax shall give each notice required under this article by mailing it, in a postpaid envelope, to the person for whom the notice is intended:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-202(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
at the address in the most recently filed application, report, or return of the person on record; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-202(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
if no application, report, or return has been filed, at any address obtainable for the person.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-202(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The mailing of a notice in the manner provided in subsection (a) of this section is presumptive evidence of its receipt by the person to whom the notice is mailed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-202(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-202 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 1–203
(a)
A requirement in this article that a document be under oath means that the document shall be supported by a signed statement made under the penalties of perjury that the contents of the document are true to the best of the knowledge, information, and belief of the individual making the statement.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-203(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The oath or affirmation shall be made:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-203(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
before an individual authorized to administer oaths, who shall certify in writing to have administered the oath or taken the affirmation; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-203(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
by a signed statement that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-203(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
is in the document or attached to and made part of the document; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-203(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
is expressly made under the penalties for perjury.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-203(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
If the procedures provided in subsection (b)(2) of this section are used, the affidavit subjects the individual making it to the penalties for perjury to the same extent as an oath or affirmation made before an individual authorized to administer oaths.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-203(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
A document made under oath shall be signed:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-203(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
for a corporation, by an officer of the corporation authorized to do so;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-203(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
for a sole proprietorship, by its owner; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-203(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
for a partnership, by a partner authorized to do so.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-203(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-203 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 1–204
Before any license may be issued under this article to an employer to engage in an activity in which the employer may employ a covered employee, as defined in § 9-101 of the Labor and Employment Article, the employer shall file with the issuing authority:
(1)
a certificate of compliance with the Maryland Workers’ Compensation Act; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-204(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the number of a workers’ compensation insurance policy or binder.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-204(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-204 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 1–205
(a)
A license or permit is considered renewed for purposes of this section if the license or permit is issued by a unit of State government to a person for the period immediately following a period for which the person previously possessed the same or a substantially similar license.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-205(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Before any license or permit issued by the Comptroller or the Executive Director may be renewed, the Comptroller shall verify that the applicant has paid all undisputed taxes and unemployment insurance contributions payable to the Comptroller or the Secretary of Labor or that the applicant has provided for payment in a manner satisfactory to the unit responsible for collection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-205(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-205 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 1–206
(a)
This section does not apply to an income tax credit that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-206(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
was authorized under Title 10, Subtitle 7 of this article before July 1, 2021; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-206(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
has an annual fiscal impact of less than $5,000,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-206(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Within 1 year after the enactment of an income tax credit authorized under Title 10, Subtitle 7 of this article, a unit of State government required to administer the credit shall report, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, to the Senate Budget and Taxation Committee and the House Committee on Ways and Means on the measures that the unit has taken to implement the credit.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-206(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-206 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 1–207
(a)
In this section, “Fund” means the Tax Clinics for Low–Income Marylanders Fund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-207(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
There is a Tax Clinics for Low–Income Marylanders Fund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-207(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The purpose of the Fund is to provide grants to the University of Maryland School of Law, the University of Baltimore School of Law, and the Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service to operate tax clinics for low–income Maryland residents.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-207(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
The Comptroller shall administer the Fund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-207(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-207(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Fund is a special, nonlapsing fund that is not subject to § 7–302 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-207(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The State Treasurer shall hold the Fund separately, and the Comptroller shall account for the Fund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-207(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
The Fund consists of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-207(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
proceeds distributed to the Fund under § 17–317 of the Commercial Law Article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-207(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
fines distributed to the Fund under § 13–1004(c) of this article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-207(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
money appropriated in the State budget for the Fund; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-207(f)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
any other money from any other source accepted for the benefit of the Fund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-207(f)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-207(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, the Fund may be used only to provide grants to the University of Maryland School of Law, the University of Baltimore School of Law, and the Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service to operate tax clinics for low–income Maryland residents.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-207(g)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
For each fiscal year, the total amount of grant money expended from the Fund to support tax clinics shall be distributed as follows:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-207(g)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
one–third to the University of Maryland School of Law;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-207(g)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
one–third to the University of Baltimore School of Law; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-207(g)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
one–third to the Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-207(g)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
Beginning in fiscal year 2024 and each fiscal year thereafter, the Governor may include in the annual budget bill an appropriation to the Fund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-207(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-207(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The State Treasurer shall invest the money of the Fund in the same manner as other State money may be invested.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-207(i)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Any interest earnings of the Fund shall be credited to the General Fund of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-207(i)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(j)
Expenditures from the Fund may be made only in accordance with the State budget.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-207(j) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(k)
Money expended from the Fund to support tax clinics at the University of Maryland School of Law, the University of Baltimore School of Law, and the Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service is supplemental to and is not intended to take the place of funding that otherwise would be appropriated for tax clinics.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-207(k) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(l)
The tax clinics at the University of Maryland School of Law, the University of Baltimore School of Law, and the Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service shall interact with the CASH Campaign of Maryland at least once each year to ensure sufficient access to tax preparation services for low–income Maryland residents.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-207(l) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-207 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 1–208
** TAKES EFFECT JANUARY 1, 2030 PER CHAPTER 729 AND 730 OF 2024 **
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-208(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-208(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Authorized tax document” means a tax document that the Comptroller has authorized or requires to be filed electronically.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-208(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Software company” means a developer of tax software.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-208(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
“Tax” means a tax or any other matter administered by the Comptroller in accordance with this article or any other provision of law.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-208(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
“Tax document” means a return, a report, or any other document relating to a tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-208(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-208(a)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
“Tax return preparer” means a person who prepares for compensation, or who employs or engages one or more persons to prepare for compensation, an authorized tax document.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-208(a)(6)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Tax return preparer” includes a payroll service.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-208(a)(6)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-208(a)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
“Tax software” means a computer software program intended for tax return preparation purposes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-208(a)(7)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Tax software” includes an off–the–shelf software program loaded onto a tax return preparer’s or taxpayer’s computer or an online tax preparation application.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-208(a)(7)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-208(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A tax return preparer or a software company may not charge a separate fee for the electronic filing of authorized tax documents.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-208(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A software company may not sell a version of the company’s tax software that charges a separate fee for the electronic filing of authorized tax documents and a version of the same tax software that does not charge the separate fee.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-208(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-208(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Comptroller shall impose against a tax return preparer or software company that violates this section a civil penalty of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-208(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
$500 for a first violation; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-208(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
$1,000 for a second or subsequent violation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-208(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
For the purposes of this subsection, each transaction in which a customer is charged a prohibited fee or each sale to a customer of tax software that charges a prohibited fee is an independent violation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-208(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
Before a civil penalty is imposed under this subsection, the Comptroller shall provide to the person against whom the civil penalty will be imposed notice of the alleged violation and an opportunity for a hearing.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-208(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
A person against whom a civil penalty is imposed under this subsection may seek review of the penalty under Title 10, Subtitle 2 of the State Government Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-208(c)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
Each civil penalty shall be paid into the General Fund of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-208(c)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-208 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 1–301
(a)
In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-301(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
“Department” means the Department of Legislative Services.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-301(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
“Evaluation” means the process of legislative review of a tax credit, exemption, or preference for which this subtitle provides.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-301(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-301 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 1–302
The purpose of this subtitle is to establish a system of legislative review that will determine whether a tax credit, exemption, or preference is necessary for the public interest.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-302 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 1–303
(a)
Subject to subsections (b) and (c) of this section, on a request by the Senate Budget and Taxation Committee, the House Committee on Ways and Means, the Executive Director of the Department, or the Director of the Office of Policy Analysis in the Department, the Department shall conduct an evaluation of a State tax credit, exemption, or preference, or an aspect of a State tax credit, exemption, or preference.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-303(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
On or before July 1, 2023, the Department shall conduct an evaluation of the tax credits under § 10–733 of this article (innovation investment incentive) and § 10–733.1 of this article (purchase of cybersecurity technology or service).
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-303(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-303(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Beginning October 1, 2022, the Department shall conduct an evaluation at least once every 10 years of each income tax credit that is primarily claimed by business entities and has an annual fiscal impact exceeding $5,000,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-303(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
In conducting a reevaluation of an income tax credit described under paragraph (1) of this subsection for which the Department has previously conducted an evaluation, the Department may conduct an expedited review of the income tax credit if the Department determines that there have been no substantial alterations to the income tax credit since the previous evaluation was conducted.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-303(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
In consultation with the Senate Budget and Taxation Committee and the House Committee on Ways and Means, the Department shall publish on the Department’s website a schedule of the evaluations to be conducted by the Department.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-303(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-303 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 1–304
For each evaluation required under this subtitle, the Department shall:
(1)
consult with:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-304(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the Department of Budget and Management;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-304(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the Comptroller; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-304(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
the department, instrumentality of the State, or local government that administers the tax credit, exemption, or preference under evaluation; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-304(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
prepare a plan for the evaluation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-304(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-304 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 1–305
During an evaluation, the Comptroller, the Department of Budget and Management, and the department, instrumentality of the State, or local government that administers the tax credit, exemption, or preference shall:
(1)
provide promptly any information that the Department requests; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-305(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
otherwise cooperate with the Department.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-305(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-305 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 1–306
(a)
The Department shall prepare a report on the evaluation that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-306(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
discusses, to the degree relevant:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-306(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the purpose for which the tax credit, exemption, or preference was established;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-306(a)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
whether the original intent of the tax credit, exemption, or preference is still appropriate;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-306(a)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
whether the tax credit, exemption, or preference is meeting its objectives;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-306(a)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
whether the purposes of the tax credit, exemption, or preference could be more efficiently and effectively carried out through alternative methods; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-306(a)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
the costs of providing the tax credit, exemption, or preference, including the administrative cost to the State and lost revenues to the State and local governments; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-306(a)(1)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
include a recommendation on whether the tax credit, exemption, or preference should be continued, with or without changes, or terminated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-306(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
For each evaluation conducted by the Department, the Department shall report to the General Assembly, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, on the evaluation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-306(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-306 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 1–307
This subtitle may be cited as the “Tax Expenditure Evaluation Act”.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-307 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 1–401
(a)
In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-401(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
“Covered enforcement action” means an enforcement action brought by the Comptroller under this article that concerns:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-401(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-401(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the State and county income tax liability of an individual taxpayer or a couple that is married and files jointly whose federal adjusted gross income is at least $250,000; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-401(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the State and county tax liability of a business, including those persons who are jointly and severally liable for the State tax liability of a business under this article, the annual gross receipts or sales of which are at least $2,000,000; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-401(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
taxes in dispute exceeding $250,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-401(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
“Original information” means information that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-401(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
is derived from the independent knowledge or analysis of a whistleblower;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-401(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
is not known to the Comptroller from any other source, unless the whistleblower is the original source of the information;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-401(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
is not exclusively derived from an allegation made in a judicial or administrative hearing, in a governmental report, hearing, audit, or investigation or from the news media, unless the whistleblower is a source of the information; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-401(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
is provided to the Comptroller in a sworn affidavit for the first time on or after October 1, 2021.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-401(c)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
“Related action” means any judicial or administrative action brought by a State or local agency or entity based on the original information provided by a whistleblower to the Comptroller under this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-401(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-401(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Whistleblower” means an individual or entity who provides, or two or more individuals or entities acting jointly who provide, in accordance with this subtitle, information to the Comptroller in a sworn affidavit relating to a violation of State tax law, including a rule or regulation, that has occurred, is ongoing, or is about to occur.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-401(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Whistleblower” includes an individual who provides information to a law enforcement agency before providing the information to the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-401(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-401 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 1–402
(a)
Subject to the limitations of this subtitle and except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, a whistleblower who voluntarily provides original information to the Comptroller in a sworn affidavit that, because of the original information, results in a final assessment in a covered enforcement action, or a successful outcome against a taxpayer in a related action, shall be entitled to receive a monetary award of at least 15% but not exceeding 30% of the taxes, penalties, and interest collected through the enforcement action or related action.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-402(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A whistleblower who provides information to the Comptroller in a sworn affidavit that is related to original information previously reported to the Comptroller by another whistleblower who is eligible for an award under subsection (a) of this section may not be entitled to an award unless the information provided by the whistleblower materially adds to the information previously reported to the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-402(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
If two or more whistleblowers are eligible for an award under subsection (a) of this section arising out of the same covered enforcement action or related action:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-402(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the total award may not exceed 30% of the taxes, penalties, and interest collected through the enforcement action or related action; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-402(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the Comptroller shall determine the allocation of the award among the eligible whistleblowers.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-402(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-402 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 1–403
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-403(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The determination of the amount of an award made in accordance with § 1–402 of this subtitle shall be solely in the discretion of the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-403(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
In determining the amount of the award, the Comptroller shall consider:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-403(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the significance of the information provided by the whistleblower to the success of the covered enforcement action or related action;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-403(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the degree of assistance provided by the whistleblower and any legal representative of the whistleblower in the covered enforcement action or related action;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-403(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
the amount of the unpaid taxes owed the State that may be recovered under the covered enforcement action or related action;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-403(a)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
the interest of the State in deterring violations of this article and promoting the reporting by whistleblowers of information relating to those violations; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-403(a)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
any additional relevant factors that the Comptroller may establish by regulation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-403(a)(2)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
An award may not be provided to a whistleblower if the Comptroller determines that the whistleblower:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-403(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
is, or was at the time that the whistleblower acquired the original information provided to the Comptroller, a member, an officer, or an employee of a federal, state, or local law enforcement agency responsible for the enforcement of tax–related matters;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-403(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
was convicted of a criminal violation related to the covered enforcement action or related action for which the whistleblower otherwise could receive an award under this section;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-403(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
could have been convicted of a criminal violation or held personally liable for the tax liability related to the covered enforcement action or related action for which the whistleblower otherwise could receive an award under this section had the whistleblower provided the original information before the expiration of any applicable statute of limitations for prosecution or assessment of the whistleblower; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-403(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
when submitting information under this subtitle, knowingly and willfully made false, fictitious, or fraudulent statements to the Comptroller or used any false writing or document knowing the writing or document contained a false, fictitious, or fraudulent statement or entry.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-403(b)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-403(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A determination of the Comptroller under this section may be challenged in accordance with Title 10, Subtitle 2 of the State Government Article if the challenge is brought within 45 days of the date of the determination.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-403(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
In bringing a challenge in accordance with paragraph (1) of this subsection, the whistleblower may not challenge:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-403(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the decision to conduct or the method of conducting an investigation arising from the original information provided by the whistleblower;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-403(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the amount of any unpaid taxes, penalties, or interest due to the State arising from the original information provided by the whistleblower;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-403(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
the result of a covered enforcement action or related action arising from the original information provided by the whistleblower; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-403(c)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
any settlement between the State and a person having a tax liability that arises from the original information provided by the whistleblower.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-403(c)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-403 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 1–404
(a)
A contract with the Comptroller, the Office of the Attorney General, or any other agency may not be required in order for a whistleblower to receive an award under this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-404(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-404(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A whistleblower who makes a claim for an award under this subtitle may be represented by counsel.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-404(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-404(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
A whistleblower who anonymously makes a claim for an award under this subtitle shall be represented by counsel if the whistleblower anonymously submits the information on which the claim is based.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-404(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
Before payment of an award claimed in accordance with subparagraph (i) of this paragraph, the whistleblower shall disclose the whistleblower’s identity and provide any other information that the Comptroller may require, directly or through counsel.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-404(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
Nothing in this subsection may be construed to imply or infer that a whistleblower is entitled to compensation for any costs or attorney’s fees incurred to claim an award under this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-404(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
Within 15 days after receiving original information provided by a whistleblower, the Comptroller shall provide written notice to the whistleblower or, if the whistleblower is represented by counsel, the whistleblower’s attorney that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-404(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
acknowledges that the original information has been received by the Comptroller; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-404(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
indicates the name of the individual in the Comptroller’s Office who shall serve as a contact with the whistleblower.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-404(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-404(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Information that could reasonably be expected to reveal the identity of the whistleblower is not subject to disclosure under the Public Information Act.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-404(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Except as provided in paragraph (3) of this subsection, the Comptroller may not disclose any information that could reasonably be expected to reveal the identity of the whistleblower unless that information is required to be disclosed to a party in connection with an action or proceeding brought by the Comptroller or otherwise by court order.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-404(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-404(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Subject to subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, as determined by the Comptroller to be necessary to accomplish the purposes of this article, information that could be expected to reveal the identity of a whistleblower may be made available to appropriate regulatory and law enforcement authorities of this State, another state, the federal government, a foreign government, or self–regulatory organizations.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-404(d)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
An authority to which the Comptroller makes information available in accordance with subparagraph (i) of this paragraph shall agree to maintain that information in accordance with any assurances of confidentiality that the Comptroller deems appropriate.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-404(d)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-404 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 1–405
(a)
A current or prospective employer, contractor, or agent may not discharge, demote, suspend, threaten, or harass, directly or indirectly, or in any other manner discriminate or retaliate against an individual in the terms and conditions of employment because of a lawful act done by that individual:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-405(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
in providing information to the Comptroller or a law enforcement agency concerning a possible violation of State tax law, including a rule or regulation, that has occurred, is ongoing, or is about to occur;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-405(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
in initiating, testifying in, or assisting in an investigation or judicial or administrative action of the Comptroller or law enforcement agency or a related action;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-405(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
in reporting a violation of this title to another governmental entity or to a director, supervisor, or compliance officer of the employer, contractor, or agent; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-405(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
in refusing or declining any agreement that would provide for arbitration of claims arising under this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-405(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-405(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
An individual who is discharged, demoted, suspended, threatened, harassed, or in any other manner discriminated or retaliated against in the terms and conditions of employment or is otherwise harmed or penalized by an employer or a prospective employer in violation of subsection (a) of this section shall be entitled to all relief necessary to make the individual whole, including:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-405(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
an injunction to restrain continued discrimination;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-405(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
hiring, contracting, or reinstatement to the position that the individual would have had but for the discrimination or to an equivalent position;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-405(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
reinstatement of full fringe benefits and seniority rights;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-405(b)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
compensation for lost wages, benefits, and other remuneration, plus interest;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-405(b)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
removal of any adverse personnel record entries based on or related to the violation; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-405(b)(1)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
compensation for any special damages sustained as a result of the discrimination, including litigation costs and reasonable attorney’s fees.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-405(b)(1)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
An individual seeking relief under this subsection may bring an action in the appropriate circuit court for relief.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-405(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
Nothing in this subsection may be construed to limit the rights, privileges, or remedies of a whistleblower under federal or State law or under a collective bargaining agreement.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-405(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-405(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The rights and remedies provided for under this section may not be waived by an agreement, a policy form, or a condition of employment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-405(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Salary and wages earned by a whistleblower during the whistleblower’s employment and any consideration provided to the whistleblower in connection with the whistleblower’s severance from employment may not be recovered by any action brought by the employer if the salary, wages, or consideration is related to original information provided by the whistleblower or the covered enforcement action.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-405(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-405 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 1–406
Nothing in this subtitle may be construed to:
(1)
preempt, limit, or restrict the authority or discretion of the Comptroller to investigate or enforce a violation of this article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-406(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
limit any power otherwise granted in this article or other laws to the Comptroller, Attorney General, State agencies, or local governments to investigate or enforce possible violations of this article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-406(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
authorize a private right of action involving a violation of this article, except as specifically authorized in this article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-406(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
prevent or prohibit a person from voluntarily disclosing any information concerning a violation of this article to any law enforcement agency or self–regulatory organization; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-406(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
preempt, limit, restrict, or otherwise affect the rights and rewards provided to qui tam plaintiffs under the Maryland False Claims Act.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-406(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-406 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 1–407
On or before December 31, 2022, and each December 31 thereafter, the Comptroller shall report to the Governor and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the General Assembly on:
(1)
the total number of cases reported by whistleblowers during the previous fiscal year;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-407(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the number of cases that resulted in a payout to a whistleblower during the previous fiscal year;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-407(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
the total amount of taxes collected by the State during the previous fiscal year as a result of the original information provided by whistleblowers; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-407(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
the total amount of rewards paid to whistleblowers under this subtitle during the previous fiscal year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-407(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-407 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 1–408
The Comptroller shall adopt regulations to implement this subtitle, including regulations establishing procedures for the submission of original information by whistleblowers and protocols governing the determination of awards in accordance with this subtitle and the timely payment of awards to whistleblowers.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 1-408 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–4A-01
From the digital advertising gross revenues tax revenue, the Comptroller shall distribute each quarter the amount necessary to administer the digital advertising gross revenues tax laws in the previous quarter to an administrative cost account.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-4A-01 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–4A-02
After making the distribution required under § 2–4A–01 of this subtitle, the Comptroller shall distribute the remaining digital advertising gross revenues tax revenue to the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Fund established under § 5–219 of the Education Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-4A-02 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–101
(a)
In this title the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-101(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
“Quarter” means a calendar quarter.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-101(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
“Revenue” means revenue from a tax imposed under this article and interest and penalties related to the tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-101(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-101 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–102
(a)
In addition to the duties set forth elsewhere in this article and in other articles of the Code, the Comptroller shall administer the laws that relate to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the admissions and amusement tax;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the boxing and wrestling tax;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
the digital advertising gross revenues tax;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
the income tax;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
the Maryland estate tax;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
the Maryland generation–skipping transfer tax;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102(a)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
the motor carrier tax;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102(a)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(8)
the motor fuel tax;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102(a)(8) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(9)
the sales and use tax; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102(a)(9) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(10)
the savings and loan association franchise tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102(a)(10) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
In cooperation with the Executive Director, and in addition to the duties set forth elsewhere in this article and in other articles of the Code, the Comptroller shall administer the laws that relate to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the alcoholic beverage tax; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the tobacco tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–102.1
(a)
There is a Legal Division in the Office of the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.1(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.1(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The head of the Legal Division is the Director.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.1(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Subject to the supervision of the Comptroller, the Director has administrative control of the Legal Division.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.1(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.1(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Director shall appoint other officers and employees of the Legal Division in accordance with the provisions of the State Personnel and Pensions Article, including a minimum of six attorneys.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.1(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Officers and employees of the Legal Division are entitled to a salary as provided in the State budget.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.1(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
The Legal Division shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.1(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
provide expanded and detailed tax guidance to taxpayers, including private letter rulings; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.1(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
perform other related duties as assigned by the Comptroller in accordance with Title 13, Subtitle 1A of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.1(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.1 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–102.2
(a)
In this section, “Division” means the Taxpayer Advocate Division.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.2(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
There is a Taxpayer Advocate Division in the Office of the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.2(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.2(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The head of the Division is the Taxpayer Advocate.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.2(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Taxpayer Advocate shall have:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.2(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a background in customer service and tax law; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.2(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
experience representing individual taxpayers.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.2(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
Subject to the supervision of the Comptroller, the Taxpayer Advocate has administrative control over the Division.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.2(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.2(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Comptroller shall select the Taxpayer Advocate and the employees of the Division, who may include employees from the Comptroller’s Office and residents of this State with knowledge of taxation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.2(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Taxpayer Advocate shall appoint other officers and employees of the Division in accordance with the provisions of the State Personnel and Pensions Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.2(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The Division shall include a minimum of six employees, including the Taxpayer Advocate, as well as appropriate support staff, one of whom shall have experience in the field of information technology to serve as webmaster.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.2(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
Officers and employees of the Division are entitled to a salary as provided in the State budget.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.2(d)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
The Department of Budget and Management, in coordination with the Office of the Comptroller, shall make appropriate allocations for personnel, including the ability to reclassify positions.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.2(d)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
The Division shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.2(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
be subject to all confidentiality and disclosure provisions applicable to the Comptroller’s Office;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.2(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
be responsible for assisting taxpayers and their representatives to ensure that taxpayers and their representatives understand and utilize the policies, processes, and procedures available for the resolution of problems related to tax programs and debt collection programs administered by the Comptroller;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.2(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
assist taxpayers in resolving problems with the Comptroller’s Office;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.2(e)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
identify areas in which taxpayers experience problems in dealing with the Comptroller’s Office;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.2(e)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
provide expeditious service to taxpayers whose problems are not resolved through ordinary channels;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.2(e)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
collaborate with other employees of the Comptroller’s Office to resolve the most complex and sensitive taxpayer problems;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.2(e)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
resolve systemic problems experienced by taxpayers;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.2(e)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(8)
report to the Comptroller if, in the opinion of the Division, the Comptroller’s Office is administering a law improperly;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.2(e)(8) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(9)
participate and represent taxpayers’ interests and concerns in planning meetings, reviewing instructions, and formulating policies and procedures of the Comptroller’s Office;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.2(e)(9) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(10)
compile data each year on the number and type of taxpayer complaints and evaluate the actions taken to resolve the complaints;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.2(e)(10) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(11)
survey taxpayers each year to obtain their evaluation of the quality of service provided by the Comptroller’s Office;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.2(e)(11) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(12)
propose changes in the administrative practices of the Comptroller’s Office to mitigate issues in resolving problems and complaints identified under items (3) and (10) of this subsection;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.2(e)(12) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(13)
identify potential legislative or regulatory changes that may be appropriate to resolve any problems or complaints identified under items (3) and (10) of this subsection;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.2(e)(13) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(14)
establish an electronic portal on the Comptroller’s website where taxpayers can interact with the Division directly; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.2(e)(14) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(15)
perform other related duties as assigned by the Comptroller in accordance with Title 13, Subtitle 1A of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.2(e)(15) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-102.2 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–103
The Comptroller shall adopt reasonable regulations:
(1)
to administer the provisions of the tax laws listed in § 2–102(a) of this subtitle; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-103(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
in cooperation with the Executive Director, to administer the provisions of the tax laws listed in § 2–102(b) of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-103(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-103 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–104
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-104(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Subject to the requirements of § 2–110 of this subtitle and subsection (b) of this section, the Comptroller shall design the returns and other forms that, on completion, provide the information required for the administration of the tax laws listed in § 2–102 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-104(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Comptroller shall include on the income tax forms required under paragraph (1) of this section that are updated on an annual basis a demonstrative representation of how much of each dollar that the General Fund receives is spent on the following categories:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-104(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
education;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-104(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
health;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-104(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
public safety; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-104(a)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
any other category included by the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-104(a)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The demonstrative representation required under paragraph (2) of this subsection may be in the form of a graph or picture or a combination of graph and picture.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-104(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-104(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Subject to subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, the Comptroller, in consultation with the Department of Budget and Management and the Department of Legislative Services, shall determine the manner in which the representation required under paragraph (2) of this subsection shall be presented and with which income tax forms the representation is to be included.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-104(a)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
The Comptroller shall post the representation required under paragraph (2) of this subsection on the Comptroller’s website and shall include it in instructions on the website for the same income tax forms that are selected under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph to include the representation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-104(a)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Except for variations that the differences between the federal and State income tax laws require, the forms that the Comptroller designs to administer the income tax laws shall be similar to the forms used to administer the federal income tax laws.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-104(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-104(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Comptroller shall keep an income tax return for 5 years from the date the return is filed. After 5 years, the Comptroller may destroy the return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-104(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Comptroller shall keep a sales and use tax return for 2 years from the date the return is filed. After 2 years, the Comptroller may destroy the return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-104(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-104 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–105
(a)
The Comptroller shall design the license form required for:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-105(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the motor fuel tax laws; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-105(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the sales and use tax laws.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-105(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The Comptroller:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-105(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
shall determine:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-105(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the design of tax stamps or certificates required for the alcoholic beverage tax and for the tobacco tax; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-105(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the form of any other evidence of tax payment; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-105(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
may adopt any other method or device that the Comptroller considers necessary to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-105(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
prevent fraud or evasion of the alcoholic beverage tax; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-105(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
comply with any restrictions that the federal government imposes on alcoholic beverages during a war or an emergency.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-105(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
In cooperation with the Executive Director, the Comptroller:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-105(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
shall provide tax stamps or certificates to indicate that the alcoholic beverage tax or tobacco tax has been paid; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-105(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
may adopt reasonable regulations to prevent abuse but ensure the adequate availability of tax stamps and certificates, including regulations that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-105(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
limit excessive disbursement of tax stamps and certificates; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-105(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
require proof of need for tax stamps and certificates.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-105(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-105 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–106
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-106(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-106(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Nonresident” has the meaning stated in § 10-101 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-106(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Resident” has the meaning stated in § 10-101 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-106(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
“Wages” has the meaning stated in § 10-905(f) of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-106(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-106(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Comptroller shall prepare income tax tables to show the income tax for an individual.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-106(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Comptroller shall prepare tables based on Maryland taxable income that provide for:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-106(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
income intervals not exceeding $100 for Maryland taxable income; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-106(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the State income tax due for each income interval.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-106(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The State income tax for each interval is the whole dollar amount of tax for the income that is at the midway point of the interval.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-106(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-106(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Comptroller shall prepare income tax withholding tables that show the income tax to be withheld from wages. The Comptroller may prepare separate tables for residents and nonresidents.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-106(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The withholding tables shall provide for:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-106(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
wages for each withholding period allowable under § 10-909 of this article; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-106(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the State income tax required to be withheld for a withholding period, after:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-106(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
an adjustment is made for the exemptions for the period; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-106(c)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
if there is a separate table for nonresidents, an adjustment is made to allow the exhaustion of exemptions for a nonresident before any income tax is withheld.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-106(c)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The total amounts required under the tables to be withheld during a taxable year shall approximate the total income tax due on the wages for the year, determined as provided in subsection (f) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-106(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-106(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Comptroller may prepare income tax percentage withholding schedules that show the percent of income tax to be withheld from wages. The Comptroller may prepare separate schedules for residents and nonresidents.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-106(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The optional percentage withholding schedules shall provide for:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-106(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
wages for each withholding period allowable under § 10-909 of this article; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-106(d)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the percent of State income tax required to be withheld for the withholding period, after:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-106(d)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
an adjustment is made for the exemptions for the period; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-106(d)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
if there is a separate schedule for nonresidents, an adjustment is made to allow the exhaustion of exemptions for a nonresident before any income tax is withheld.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-106(d)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The total percentages required under the schedules to be withheld during a taxable year shall approximate the income tax due on the wages for the year, determined as provided in subsection (f) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-106(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
At the option of the employer, withholdings may be made using either the withholding tables or the percentage withholding schedule.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-106(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
The total income tax required to be withheld on wages for purposes of the withholding tables and withholding schedules under this section shall be calculated without regard to the marginal State income tax rates less than 4.75% set forth under § 10–105(a)(1)(i) through (iii) and (2)(i) through (iii) of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-106(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-106 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–107
(a)
Authorized employees of the Field Enforcement Bureau of the Comptroller’s Office:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-107(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
shall be individuals who are sworn police officers; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-107(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
have all the powers, duties, and responsibilities of a peace officer for the purpose of enforcing the laws pertaining to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-107(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
admissions and amusement tax;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-107(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
income tax and income tax preparation;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-107(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
motor carrier tax;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-107(a)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
motor fuel and lubricants;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-107(a)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
motor fuel tax;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-107(a)(2)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
sales and use tax;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-107(a)(2)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vii)
transient vendors within the meaning of Title 17, Subtitle 20A of the Business Regulation Article; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-107(a)(2)(vii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(viii)
in cooperation with the authorized employees of the Field Enforcement Division of the Alcohol, Tobacco, and Cannabis Commission:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-107(a)(2)(viii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
alcoholic beverage tax; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-107(a)(2)(viii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
tobacco tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-107(a)(2)(viii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-107(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Department of State Police shall help the Field Enforcement Bureau in enforcing the motor carrier tax, motor fuel tax and motor fuel and lubricants laws.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-107(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Comptroller shall pay the salaries and expenses of all Department of State Police staff assigned to the Field Enforcement Bureau.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-107(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-107(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-107(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Except for the Sheriff, constables and bailiffs of Baltimore County, each law enforcement officer shall enforce the alcoholic beverage tax and tobacco tax laws.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-107(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
A State’s Attorney or other prosecutor may prosecute alleged violations of the alcoholic beverage tax or tobacco tax laws.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-107(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Field Enforcement Bureau of the Comptroller’s Office and the Field Enforcement Division of the Alcohol, Tobacco, and Cannabis Commission:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-107(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
shall advise a State’s Attorney and law enforcement officers about enforcement problems; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-107(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
otherwise may work cooperatively with law enforcement officers and prosecutors to carry out the duties of the unit.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-107(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
This subsection does not restrict the appropriation of money by a political subdivision of the State to aid in the enforcement of the alcoholic beverage tax and tobacco tax laws.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-107(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-107(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Each unit of the State government shall cooperate with the Comptroller’s Office by making available, on request, any information in the unit’s possession as may be of assistance in the administration and enforcement of the motor carrier tax, motor fuel tax, and motor fuel and lubricants laws.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-107(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Field Enforcement Bureau shall cooperate with and help the federal government, other states, and local governments and law enforcement personnel of those jurisdictions to enforce the motor carrier tax, motor fuel tax, and motor fuel and lubricants laws.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-107(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
On or before December 1 each year, the Executive Director shall report to the General Assembly, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, on:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-107(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the aggregate number of licensed tobacco retailers that committed a violation of § 10–107 of the Criminal Law Article and the aggregate number of minors who committed a violation of § 10–107 of the Criminal Law Article during the reporting period;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-107(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the number of prior violations for licensed tobacco retailers and minors that committed a violation during the reporting period; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-107(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
the subsequent action taken by the Executive Director against each violator and, for each action taken, the number of violations committed by the violator.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-107(e)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-107 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–108
If, in good faith and with reasonable grounds, the Comptroller, the Executive Director, or a peace officer of the State seizes contraband property or a conveyance used to transport contraband property under § 13–835 of this article, the Comptroller, the Executive Director, or peace officer shall have the immunity from liability described under § 5–523 of the Courts and Judicial Proceedings Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-108 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–109
(a)
The Comptroller shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-109(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
collect the taxes that the Comptroller administers or is otherwise required under this article to collect;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-109(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
account for the revenue from those taxes and any other tax required to be remitted to the Comptroller; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-109(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
distribute the revenue in the manner required under Subtitles 2 through 16 of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-109(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The requirement to make a distribution of tax revenue means to segregate, deposit, transfer, credit, disburse by warrant, or otherwise apply the revenue in accordance with the accounting practices and procedures required under the State Finance and Procurement Article and elsewhere in the Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-109(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
Except for a distribution required under § 2-604 of this title, the requirement to distribute to an account means to make a bookkeeping entry in the accounting records of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-109(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-109 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–110
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-110(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Comptroller shall include on the individual income tax return form a checkoff designated as the “State Chesapeake Bay and Endangered Species Fund Contribution”.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-110(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The checkoff shall state that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-110(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the individual, or each spouse in the case of a joint return, may contribute to the State Chesapeake Bay and Endangered Species Fund the amount designated by the individual; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-110(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-110(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the individual shall deduct the amount of the contribution from any refund to which the individual is entitled; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-110(a)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
if the individual is not entitled to a refund, the individual shall add the amount of the contribution to the income tax to be paid with the return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-110(a)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The Comptroller shall include, with the individual income tax return package, a description of the purposes for which the State Chesapeake Bay and Endangered Species Fund was established and the purposes for which the Fund may be used.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-110(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The Comptroller shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-110(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
collect the checkoff contributions and account to the State Treasurer for the money collected;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-110(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
from the contributions collected, distribute the amount necessary to administer the checkoff system to an administrative cost account; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-110(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
after the distribution under item (2) of this subsection, distribute the remainder of the money collected under this subsection to the Chesapeake Bay and Endangered Species Fund established under § 1-702 of the Natural Resources Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-110(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-110 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–111
In the case of an individual described in § 7508 of the Internal Revenue Code, the period of service referred to in that section shall be disregarded in determining the due date for the following:
(1)
filing a Maryland income tax return or declaration of estimated income tax under § 10-820 of this article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-111(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
filing a refund claim under § 13-1104 of this article; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-111(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
filing an appeal to the Maryland Tax Court under § 13-510 of this article, an appeal to the circuit court under § 13-532 of this article, or any further appeal permitted under Maryland law.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-111(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-111 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–112
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-112(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Comptroller shall include on the individual income tax return form a checkoff designated as the “Maryland Cancer Fund Contribution”.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-112(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The checkoff shall state that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-112(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the individual, or each spouse in the case of a joint return, may contribute to the Maryland Cancer Fund the amount designated by the individual; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-112(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-112(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the individual shall deduct the amount of the contribution from any refund to which the individual is entitled; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-112(a)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
if the individual is not entitled to a refund, the individual shall add the amount of the contribution to the income tax to be paid with the return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-112(a)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The Comptroller shall include, with the individual income tax return package, a description of the purposes for which the Maryland Cancer Fund was established and the purposes for which the Fund may be used.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-112(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The Comptroller shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-112(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
collect the checkoff contributions and account to the State Treasurer for the money collected;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-112(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
from the contributions collected, distribute the amount necessary to administer the checkoff system to an administrative cost account; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-112(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
after the distribution under item (2) of this subsection, distribute the remainder of the money collected under this subsection to the Maryland Cancer Fund established under § 20-117 of the Health - General Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-112(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-112 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–113
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-113(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Comptroller shall include on the individual income tax return form a checkoff designated as the “Developmental Disabilities Services and Support Fund Contribution”.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-113(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The checkoff shall state that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-113(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the individual, or each spouse in the case of a joint return, may contribute to the Waiting List Equity Fund the amount designated by the individual; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-113(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-113(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the individual shall deduct the amount of the contribution from any refund to which the individual is entitled; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-113(a)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
if the individual is not entitled to a refund, the individual shall add the amount of the contribution to the income tax to be paid with the return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-113(a)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The Comptroller shall include, with the individual income tax return package, a description of the purposes for which the Waiting List Equity Fund was established and the purposes for which the Fund may be used.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-113(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The Comptroller shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-113(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
collect the checkoff contributions and account to the State Treasurer for the money collected;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-113(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
from the contributions collected, distribute the amount necessary to administer the checkoff system to an administrative cost account; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-113(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
after the distribution under item (2) of this subsection, distribute the remainder of the money collected under this subsection to the Waiting List Equity Fund established under § 7–205 of the Health – General Article to be used to provide community–based services to individuals who are on the Developmental Disabilities Administration waiting list and are eligible for, but not receiving, services from the Administration.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-113(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-113 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–113.1
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-113.1(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Comptroller shall include on the individual income tax return form a checkoff designated as the “Fair Campaign Financing Fund Contribution”.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-113.1(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The checkoff shall state that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-113.1(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the individual, or each spouse in the case of a joint return, may contribute to the Fair Campaign Financing Fund the amount designated by the individual if the individual or each spouse is a United States citizen or admitted for permanent legal residence in the United States; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-113.1(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-113.1(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the individual shall deduct the amount of the contribution from any refund to which the individual is entitled; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-113.1(a)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
if the individual is not entitled to a refund, the individual shall add the amount of the contribution to the income tax to be paid with the return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-113.1(a)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The Comptroller shall include with the individual income tax return package a description of the purposes for which the Fair Campaign Financing Fund was established and the purposes for which the Fund may be used.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-113.1(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The Comptroller shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-113.1(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
collect the checkoff contributions and account to the State Treasurer for the money collected;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-113.1(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
from the contributions collected, distribute the amount necessary to administer the checkoff system to an administrative cost account; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-113.1(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
after the distribution under item (2) of this subsection, distribute the remainder of the money collected under this subsection to the Fair Campaign Financing Fund established under § 15–103 of the Election Law Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-113.1(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-113.1 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–114
(a)
Notwithstanding the provisions of § 9–602 of the Criminal Law Article and subject to subsections (b), (c), (d), and (e) of this section, the Comptroller may monitor and record incoming telephone calls to employees of the Comptroller’s call centers to telephones within the offices of the Comptroller for training, quality control, and employee safety purposes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-114(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Any monitored or recorded telephone call shall contain a notice to the telephone caller that “Your call may be recorded or monitored for training and quality control purposes”.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-114(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-114(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Comptroller may record or monitor incoming calls to the Comptroller’s call centers only.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-114(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Comptroller may not record or monitor calls to or from direct individual lines in the Office of the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-114(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
Notwithstanding any other provision of law, information derived from an incoming telephone call to employees of the Comptroller’s call centers may not be used in any criminal or civil proceeding against any Maryland taxpayer unless the caller has made a personal and imminent threat against an employee or property of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-114(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
Recorded telephone calls may not be retained by the Office of the Comptroller for longer than 60 days, except:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-114(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
if the call is to be used solely as a positive example to follow in the training of employees using the Comptroller’s call centers; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-114(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
if the caller has made a personal and imminent threat against an employee or property of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-114(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-114 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–115
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Advisory Workgroup” has the meaning stated in § 31–201 of the Insurance Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Affordable Care Act” has the meaning stated in § 1–101 of the Insurance Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
“Exchange” has the meaning stated in § 31–101 of the Insurance Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
“Insurance affordability program” has the meaning stated in § 31–201 of the Insurance Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
“Insurance–relevant information” means information about an uninsured individual that is needed for the Exchange to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(a)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
identify the uninsured individual, including when matching data available from third–party data sources;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(a)(6)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
facilitate the determination of the uninsured individual’s eligibility for an insurance affordability program; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(a)(6)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
facilitate enrollment by the uninsured individual in a plan with minimum essential coverage.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(a)(6)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
“Minimum essential coverage” has the meaning stated in § 31–101 of the Insurance Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(a)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(8)
“Premium tax credits” means the tax credits described in § 36B of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(a)(8) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(9)
“Program” means the Maryland Easy Enrollment Health Insurance Program established under § 31–202 of the Insurance Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(a)(9) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(10)
“Qualified health plan” means a health benefit plan that has been certified by the Exchange to meet the criteria for certification described in § 1311(c) of the Affordable Care Act and § 31–115 of the Insurance Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(a)(10) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(11)
“Uninsured individual” has the meaning stated in § 31–201 of the Insurance Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(a)(11) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Comptroller shall include on the individual income tax return form a checkoff for indicating whether the individual, or each spouse in the case of a joint return, and any individual claimed as a dependent on the tax return is an uninsured individual at the time the tax return is filed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If a State income tax return indicates that an individual is an uninsured individual at the time the tax return is filed, the tax return shall be required to include the following information as to each uninsured individual:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the age of each uninsured individual;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
election by the individual filing the tax return of one of the two checkoff boxes described in subsection (c) of this section; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
if the individual who files a tax return chooses the checkoff box described in subsection (c)(3) of this section, any information determined by the Exchange as essential to determining eligibility for insurance affordability programs, if the information:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(b)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
is not available from a reliable third–party data source;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(b)(2)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
is not otherwise required to be provided on the return; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(b)(2)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
does not pertain to citizenship or immigration status.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(b)(2)(iii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
For an individual who files a tax return and chooses the checkoff box described in subsection (c)(3) of this section, the return shall give the individual who filed the tax return the option to indicate the uninsured individual’s preferred method for the Exchange to contact the individual who filed the tax return or the uninsured individual to facilitate either determination of eligibility for insurance affordability programs or enrollment in health coverage.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In accordance with this subsection, the Comptroller shall include with the income tax return form a separate form that is required only for individuals who file a tax return indicating that an individual is an uninsured individual at the time the tax return is filed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The separate form shall include two checkoff boxes as described in paragraphs (3) and (4) of this subsection and the information described in subsection (b)(2) and (3) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
One checkoff box shall give an individual who files a tax return the choice to have the Exchange:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
based on information in the individual’s tax return, determine the uninsured individual’s eligibility for insurance affordability programs; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(c)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
obtain additional data that may be relevant to determine the uninsured individual’s eligibility for insurance affordability programs.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(c)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
One checkoff box shall allow an individual who files a tax return the choice to not have the Exchange make the determination described in paragraph (3) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(c)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
The Comptroller, in consultation with the Exchange and with the advice of the Advisory Workgroup, shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(c)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
develop language for the checkoff boxes described in paragraphs (3) and (4) of this subsection;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(c)(5)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
develop language for the instructions for the State income tax return that includes a description of the effects of choosing the checkoff boxes described in paragraphs (3) and (4) of this subsection, including the purposes for which the information disclosed under this section may be used; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(c)(5)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
ensure that the language developed under item (i) of this paragraph is as simple, clear, and easy to understand as possible.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(c)(5)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
If an individual who files a tax return makes the election described in paragraph (3) of this subsection, notwithstanding the prohibition under § 13–202 of this article, the Comptroller shall convey to the Exchange all insurance–relevant information contained on the return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(c)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, this section shall apply to returns filed for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2018.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If the Comptroller determines, after consultation with the Exchange, that the implementation of this section is not administratively feasible for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2018, the Comptroller may delay implementation of this section to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2019.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-115 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–116
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-116 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–116.1
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-116.1 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–117
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-117(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Comptroller shall include on the individual income tax return form a checkoff designated as the “Maryland Veterans Trust Fund Contribution”.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-117(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The checkoff shall state that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-117(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the individual, or each spouse in the case of a joint return, may contribute to the Maryland Veterans Trust Fund the amount designated by the individual; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-117(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-117(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the individual shall deduct the amount of the contribution from any refund to which the individual is entitled; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-117(a)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
if the individual is not entitled to a refund, the individual shall add the amount of the contribution to the income tax to be paid with the return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-117(a)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The Comptroller shall include, with the individual income tax return package, a description of the purposes for which the Maryland Veterans Trust Fund was established and the purposes for which the Fund may be used.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-117(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The Comptroller shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-117(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
collect the checkoff contributions and account to the State Treasurer for the money collected;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-117(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
from the contributions collected, distribute the amount necessary to administer the checkoff to an administrative cost account; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-117(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
after the distribution under item (2) of this subsection, distribute the remainder of the money collected under this subsection to the Maryland Veterans Trust Fund established under § 9–913 of the State Government Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-117(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-117 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–118
The Comptroller shall implement procedures to offer an individual filing a Maryland resident individual income tax return electronically the opportunity to register to make an anatomical gift in accordance with the Maryland Anatomical Gift Act through a hyperlink to the anatomical gift donor registry established under § 4–516 of the Estates and Trusts Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-118 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–119
Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a person is not required to file a return, schedule, or report with the Comptroller electronically if:
(1)
the person has a disability, as defined in the Americans with Disabilities Act;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-119(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the person has religious beliefs that prohibit the person’s use of electronic filing technology; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-119(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
the person is determined by the Comptroller to have a special need to file a paper return, schedule, or report.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-119(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-119 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–120
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-120(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-120(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Justice–involved individual” means an individual who is convicted of or pleads guilty to a crime and is currently serving or, within the immediately preceding 2 years, has been released after serving a term of imprisonment of at least 6 months but not more than 10 years in a State or federal correctional facility.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-120(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Program” means the Income Tax Reconciliation Program.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-120(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
There is an Income Tax Reconciliation Program in the State that is administered by the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-120(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The purpose of the Program is to allow justice–involved individuals who are unable to file a State income tax return while incarcerated to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-120(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
subject to subsection (d) of this section, establish installment payment plans to pay any unpaid income tax that is due for any taxable year during which the individual is incarcerated; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-120(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
if approved for an installment payment plan, receive a waiver for any interest and penalties that accrue on the unpaid income tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-120(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-120(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
For any taxable year that begins after December 31, 2024, but before January 1, 2030, a justice–involved individual who receives a notice of assessment of income tax due for a taxable year during which the individual is incarcerated may apply to the Comptroller for an installment payment plan.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-120(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If the Comptroller determines that the justice–involved individual is eligible to participate in the Program, the Comptroller shall establish an installment payment plan that allows the individual to pay the unpaid income tax over a period not exceeding 10 years.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-120(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
If a justice–involved individual is approved for an installment payment plan under the Program, the Comptroller shall waive any interest and penalties that accrue on the unpaid income tax due.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-120(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-120(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
To carry out the Program, the Comptroller shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-120(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
in collaboration with the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services, develop an awareness campaign to inform the public and justice–involved individuals about the Program; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-120(e)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
adopt regulations.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-120(e)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The regulations required under paragraph (1)(ii) of this subsection may include income limitations that establish eligibility for the Program.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-120(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
On or before December 1, 2026, and each December 1 thereafter, the Comptroller shall report to the General Assembly, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, on the impact of the Program.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-120(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-120 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–201
From the admissions and amusement tax revenue, the Comptroller shall distribute each quarter the amount necessary to administer the admissions and amusement tax laws in the previous quarter to an administrative cost account.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-201 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–202
(a)
After making the distribution required under § 2–201 of this subtitle, within 20 days after the end of each quarter, the Comptroller shall distribute:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-202(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
except as provided in subsections (b) and (c) of this section, from the revenue from the State admissions and amusement tax on electronic bingo and electronic tip jars under § 4–102(e) of this article:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-202(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
for fiscal years 2021 through 2025, the revenue attributable to a tax rate of 20% to the Maryland E–Nnovation Initiative Fund under § 6–604 of the Economic Development Article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-202(a)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
for fiscal year 2026 and each fiscal year thereafter, the revenue attributable to a tax rate of 20% as follows:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-202(a)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
$8,500,000 to the Maryland E–Nnovation Initiative Fund under § 6–604 of the Economic Development Article; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-202(a)(1)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the remainder to the General Fund of the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-202(a)(1)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
for fiscal year 2021 and each fiscal year thereafter, the revenue attributable to a tax rate of 5% as follows:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-202(a)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
to the Maryland State Arts Council, as provided in § 4–512 of the Economic Development Article, $1,000,000 in each fiscal year;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-202(a)(1)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
to the Town of Chesapeake Beach, $300,000 in each fiscal year;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-202(a)(1)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
to the Michael Erin Busch Sports Fund established under § 10–612.2 of the Economic Development Article, $500,000 in each fiscal year; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-202(a)(1)(iii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
the remainder to the Special Fund for Preservation of Cultural Arts in Maryland, as provided in § 4–801 of the Economic Development Article; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-202(a)(1)(iii)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the remaining admissions and amusement tax revenue:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-202(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
to the Maryland Stadium Authority, county, or municipal corporation that is the source of the revenue; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-202(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
if the Maryland Stadium Authority and also a county or municipal corporation tax a reduced charge or free admission:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-202(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
80% of that revenue to the Authority; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-202(a)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
20% to the county or municipal corporation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-202(a)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-202(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, from the revenue from the State admissions and amusement tax on electronic bingo and electronic tip jars in Calvert County under § 4–102(e) of this article, the Comptroller shall distribute from:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-202(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the revenue attributable to a tax rate of 1.5%:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-202(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
$50,000 to the Boys and Girls Club of the Town of North Beach; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-202(b)(1)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the remainder to the Town of North Beach;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-202(b)(1)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the revenue attributable to a tax rate of 2.5% to the Town of Chesapeake Beach; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-202(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
the revenue attributable to a tax rate of 4% to the Calvert County Youth Recreational Opportunities Fund under Title 5, Subtitle 19 of the Natural Resources Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-202(b)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Funds required to be distributed to the entities in paragraph (1) of this subsection shall be provided through an appropriation in the annual State budget under budget code A15O00.03 Payments to Civil Divisions of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-202(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
From the revenue attributable to a tax rate of 5% to be distributed to the Special Fund for Preservation of Cultural Arts in Maryland or the Maryland State Arts Council under subsection (a)(1)(ii) of this section, the Comptroller shall distribute:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-202(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
for fiscal year 2019 and each fiscal year thereafter, $250,000 to the Arts Council of Anne Arundel County; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-202(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
for fiscal year 2020 and each fiscal year thereafter, $250,000 to the Maryland Historical Society.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-202(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-202 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–203
The Comptroller shall pay refunds relating to the admissions and amusement tax from undistributed tax revenue attributable to the Maryland Stadium Authority, the county, or municipal corporation that is the source of the tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-203 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–301
(a)
From the alcoholic beverage tax revenue, the Comptroller shall distribute the amount necessary to administer the alcoholic beverage tax laws to an administrative cost account.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-301(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
After making the distribution required under subsection (a) of this section, the Comptroller shall distribute to the Maryland Alcohol Manufacturing Promotion Fund under § 5–2009 of the Economic Development Article the alcoholic beverage tax revenue collected under § 5–105 of this article on:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-301(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
beer produced by holders of a Class 5 brewery license, Class 6 pub–brewery license, Class 7 micro–brewery license, or Class 8 farm brewery license;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-301(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
wine produced by holders of a Class 3 winery license or Class 4 limited winery license; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-301(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
distilled spirits produced by holders of a Class 1 distillery license or Class 9 limited distillery license.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-301(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
After making the distributions required under subsections (a) and (b) of this section, the Comptroller shall distribute the remaining alcoholic beverage tax revenue to the General Fund of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-301(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-301 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–302
The Comptroller shall pay refunds relating to the alcoholic beverage tax from the General Fund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-302 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–303
The Comptroller shall distribute the proceeds from sales of contraband alcoholic beverages and conveyances under § 13–841(a) or (d) of this article to the General Fund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-303 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–401
From the boxing and wrestling tax revenue, the Comptroller shall distribute each quarter the amount necessary to administer the boxing and wrestling tax laws in the previous quarter to an administrative cost account.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-401 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–402
After making the distribution required under § 2-401 of this subtitle, the Comptroller shall distribute the remaining boxing and wrestling tax revenue to the General Fund of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-402 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–501
The Comptroller shall distribute the financial institution franchise tax revenue to the General Fund of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-501 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–502
The Comptroller shall pay refunds relating to the financial institutions franchise tax that the Department certifies under § 8-212 of this article from the General Fund of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-502 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–601
(a)
In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-601(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
“Corporation” has the meaning stated in § 10-101 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-601(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
“County income tax” has the meaning stated in § 10-101 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-601(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
“Individual” has the meaning stated in § 10-101 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-601(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
“State income tax” has the meaning stated in § 10-101 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-601(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-601 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–604
From the income tax revenue from individuals, the Comptroller shall distribute the amount necessary to pay refunds relating to income tax from individuals to the income tax refund account.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-604 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–605
(a)
After making the distribution required under § 2-604 of this subtitle, from the remaining income tax revenue from individuals, the Comptroller shall distribute the cost of administering the income tax laws to an administrative cost account.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-605(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The Comptroller shall include within the distribution required under this section the amount necessary for the counties’ share of the cost of administering the income tax laws.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-605(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The share of administrative costs for each county is the amount equal to the product of multiplying the cost of administering the income tax laws by a fraction:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-605(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the numerator of which is the amount of county income tax from individuals collected and attributable to residents of the county; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-605(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the denominator of which is the total amount of income tax collected from individuals and corporations.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-605(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-605 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–605.1
(a)
After making the distributions required under §§ 2–604 and 2–605 of this subtitle, on or before June 30, 2019, the Comptroller shall distribute $200,000,000 of the income tax revenue from individuals to the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Fund established under § 5–206 of the Education Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-605.1(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
After making the distributions required under §§ 2–604 and 2–605 of this subtitle, on or before June 30, 2023, the Comptroller shall distribute $800,000,000 of the income tax revenue from individuals to the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Fund established under § 5–206 of the Education Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-605.1(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-605.1 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–605.2
After making the distributions required under §§ 2–604 and 2–605 of this subtitle, on or before June 30, 2022, the Comptroller shall distribute $30,000,000 of the income tax revenue from individuals to the Rental Housing Fund established under § 4–504 of the Housing and Community Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-605.2 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–605.3
After making the distributions required under §§ 2–604, 2–605, 2–605.1, and 2–605.2 of this subtitle, from the remaining income tax revenue from individuals, the Comptroller shall distribute 37.5% of the income tax revenue attributable to the tax imposed under § 10–105(a)(3) of this article to the Transportation Trust Fund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-605.3 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–606
(a)
After making the distributions required under §§ 2–604 through 2–605.3 of this subtitle, from the remaining income tax revenue from individuals, the Comptroller shall distribute to an unallocated individual revenue account the income tax revenue:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-606(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
with respect to which an income tax return is not filed; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-606(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
that is attributable to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-606(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
income tax withheld from salary, wages, or other compensation for personal services under Title 10 of this article; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-606(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
estimated income tax payments by individuals.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-606(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-606(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In June of each year, from current collections, the Comptroller shall reserve an amount of unallocated revenue that the Comptroller estimates will be claimed on returns and refunded to taxpayers within 3 years of the date the income tax return was due to be filed, and distribute to each county, municipal corporation, and special taxing district a pro rata share of the balance of the unallocated individual income tax revenue.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-606(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Comptroller shall adjust the amount distributed under paragraph (1) of this subsection to a county, municipal corporation, or special taxing district to allow for the proportionate part of tax claim payments for a prior calendar year made after a distribution is made to the county, municipal corporation, or special taxing district for that year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-606(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-606(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
To compute the pro rata share for a county, the Comptroller shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-606(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
compute the amount equal to the product of multiplying the unallocated individual income tax revenue by a fraction:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-606(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the numerator of which is the income tax for the county collected for a calendar year; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-606(c)(1)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the denominator of which is the total income tax from individuals collected for that year; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-606(c)(1)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
reduce the amount computed under item (i) of this paragraph by the pro rata share computed under paragraph (2) of this subsection for municipal corporations and special taxing districts that are located in the county.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-606(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
To compute the pro rata share for a municipal corporation or special taxing district, the Comptroller shall compute the amount equal to the product of multiplying the pro rata share for a calendar year for the county where the municipal corporation or district is located by a fraction:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-606(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the numerator of which is the amount distributed under § 2–607 of this subtitle to that municipal corporation or special taxing district for that year; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-606(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the denominator of which is the total income tax for that county collected for that year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-606(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
On or before June 30, 2009, the Comptroller shall distribute $366,778,631 from the Local Reserve Account established to comply with this section to the General Fund of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-606(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
On or before June 30, 2010, the Comptroller shall distribute $350,000,000 from the Local Reserve Account established to comply with this section to the Education Trust Fund established under § 9–1A–30 of the State Government Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-606(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
On or before June 30, 2011, the Comptroller shall distribute $200,000,000 from the Local Reserve Account established to comply with this section to the General Fund of the State for use in funding the Maryland Medicaid Program for fiscal year 2011.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-606(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-606(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
On or before June 30, 2013, the Comptroller shall distribute $15,379,979 from the Local Reserve Account established to comply with this section to a special fund established in the Department of Transportation for the purpose of providing transportation grants to municipalities.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-606(g)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The grants authorized under this subsection shall be allocated to eligible municipalities as provided in § 8–405 of the Transportation Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-606(g)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-606(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
On or before June 30, 2025, the Comptroller shall distribute $230,000,000 from the Local Reserve Account established to comply with this section to the General Fund of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-606(h)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
On or before June 30, 2026, the Comptroller shall distribute $40,567,430 from the Local Reserve Account established to comply with this section to the General Fund of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-606(h)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-606(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
On or before July 31, 2025, the Comptroller shall distribute $37,300,000 from the Local Reserve Account established to comply with this section to the Division of Paid Leave within the Maryland Department of Labor.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-606(i)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Maryland Department of Labor shall reimburse the Local Reserve Account within 2 years after contributions into the Department’s Family and Medical Leave Insurance Fund begin.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-606(i)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(j)
In each of fiscal years 2026 through 2060, in addition to the amounts distributed under subsection (b) of this section, the Comptroller shall distribute $10,000,000 of the remaining income tax revenue from individuals to the Local Reserve Account established to comply with this section to repay the $350,000,000 transfer to the Education Trust Fund required under subsection (e) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-606(j) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(k)
For fiscal years 2024 through 2043, in addition to the amounts distributed under subsections (b) and (j) of this section, the Comptroller shall distribute $10,000,000 of the remaining income tax revenue from individuals to the Local Reserve Account established to comply with this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-606(k) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(l)
For fiscal years 2029 through 2038, in addition to the amounts distributed under subsections (b), (j), and (k) of this section, the Comptroller shall distribute $27,056,743 of the remaining income tax revenue from individuals to the Local Reserve Account established to comply with this section to repay the $270,567,430 transfer to the General Fund of the State required under subsection (h) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-606(l) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-606 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–607
(a)
After making the distributions required under §§ 2-604 through 2-606 of this subtitle, from the remaining income tax revenue from individuals, the Comptroller shall distribute to each special taxing district that received an income tax revenue distribution in fiscal year 1977 and to each municipal corporation an amount that, based on the certification of the Comptroller as to State income tax liability and county income tax liability of the residents of the district or municipal corporation, equals the greater of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-607(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
subject to subsection (b) of this section, 17% of the county income tax liability of those residents; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-607(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
If the county income tax rate for a county is less than 2.6%, the amount determined under subsection (a)(1) of this section shall be multiplied by a fraction:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-607(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the numerator of which is 2.6%; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-607(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the denominator of which is the county income tax rate for the county.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-607(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The Comptroller shall adjust the amount distributed under subsection (a) of this section to a municipal corporation or special taxing district to allow for a proportionate part of refund and interest payments for a prior calendar year made after a distribution is made to the municipal corporation or district for that year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-607(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-607 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–608
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-608(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
After making the distributions required under §§ 2–604 through 2–607 of this subtitle, if it is determined that a county has not met the local funding requirements for education under § 5–202(d) of the Education Article, the Comptroller shall distribute to the county board of education an amount equal to the amount calculated under § 5–213 or § 5–213.1 of the Education Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-608(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
After making the distributions required under §§ 2–604 through 2–607 of this subtitle and paragraph (1) of this subsection, the Comptroller shall distribute to each county the remaining income tax revenue from individuals attributable to the county income tax for that county.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-608(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The Comptroller shall adjust the amount distributed under subsection (a) of this section to a county to allow for a proportionate part of refund and interest payments made for a prior calendar year after a distribution is made to the county for that year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-608(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-608 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–609
After making the distributions required under §§ 2–604 through 2–608 of this subtitle, and after making the distributions required under §§ 7–329 and 7–330 of the State Finance and Procurement Article, the Comptroller shall distribute the remaining income tax revenue from individuals to the General Fund of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-609 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–610
(a)
The Comptroller shall make the distributions of income tax revenue from individuals attributable to county income tax periodically to a county, municipal corporation, or special taxing district.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-610(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The periodic distributions of the estimated amount to which each county, municipal corporation, and special taxing district is entitled from withholdings and estimated income taxes paid shall be made:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-610(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
for the 1st 3 quarters of the State’s fiscal year, as often as practicable but at least each quarter; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-610(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
for the 4th quarter of that year:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-610(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
before the last day of that year, for the months of April and May; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-610(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
before August 31, for the month of June.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-610(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
Abrogated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-610(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-610 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–611
(a)
In this section, “account” means the Local Reserve Account established to comply with § 2–606 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-611(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
This section applies to a county or municipal corporation that receives an overpayment or underpayment of local income tax revenue from the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-611(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
After reviewing income tax revenue distributions to a county or municipal corporation, if the Comptroller determines that the county or municipal corporation received an underpayment of income tax, the Comptroller shall initially pay the amount due to the county or municipal corporation from the account.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-611(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
After reviewing income tax revenue distributions to a county or municipal corporation, if the Comptroller determines that the county or municipal corporation received an overpayment of income tax, the Comptroller may not require the county or municipal corporation to reimburse the account for its share of the overpayment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-611(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
A determination by the Comptroller under this section that a county or municipal corporation received an underpayment or overpayment of income tax shall be based on a full accounting of income tax returns for the taxable year for which the county or municipal corporation received the underpayment or overpayment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-611(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-611 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–613
From the income tax revenue from corporations, the Comptroller shall distribute the amount necessary to pay refunds relating to income tax from corporations to the income tax refund account.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-613 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–613.1
After making the distribution required under § 2–613 of this subtitle, of the remaining income tax revenue from corporations, the Comptroller shall distribute:
(1)
6% to the Higher Education Investment Fund established under § 15–106.6 of the Education Article; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-613.1(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-613.1(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(9.)
15% to the General Fund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-613.1(2)(9.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-613.1 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–614
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-614(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, after making the distributions required under §§ 2–613 and 2–613.1 of this subtitle, the Comptroller shall distribute monthly 20% of the remaining income tax revenue from corporations to a special fund to be distributed as provided in subsection (b) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-614(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The percent of the remaining income tax revenue from corporations distributed to a special fund to be distributed as provided in subsection (b) of this section shall be:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-614(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-614(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(17.)
2% for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2022;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-614(a)(2)(i)(17.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
20% for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-614(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
21% for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2024; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-614(a)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
22% for each fiscal year beginning on or after July 1, 2025, but before July 1, 2027.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-614(a)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-614(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-614(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Except as provided in subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, from the special fund, the Comptroller shall distribute an amount equal to 20% of the cost to administer the income tax on corporations to an administrative cost account.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-614(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
The percent of the cost to administer the income tax on corporations that is distributed to an administrative cost account shall be:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-614(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-614(b)(1)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(17.)
2% for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2022;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-614(b)(1)(ii)(1.)(17.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
20% for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-614(b)(1)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
21% for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2024; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-614(b)(1)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
22% for each fiscal year beginning on or after July 1, 2025, but before July 1, 2027.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-614(b)(1)(ii)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
After making the distribution required under paragraph (1) of this subsection, the Comptroller shall distribute the balance in the special fund to the Gasoline and Motor Vehicle Revenue Account in the Transportation Trust Fund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-614(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-614 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–614.1
(a)
In this section, “qualified data center” has the meaning stated in § 11–239 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-614.1(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
After making the distributions required under §§ 2–613, 2–613.1, and 2–614 of this subtitle, the Comptroller shall distribute 15% of the remaining income tax revenue from corporations that is attributable to qualified data centers that are operational on or after January 1, 2026, to the Strategic Energy Investment Fund established under § 9–20B–05 of the State Government Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-614.1(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-614.1 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–615
After making the distributions required under §§ 2–613, 2–613.1, 2–614, and 2–614.1 of this subtitle, the Comptroller shall distribute the remaining income tax revenue from corporations to the General Fund of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-615 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–701
The Comptroller shall distribute the inheritance tax revenue to the General Fund of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-701 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–702
If, under § 7-233(d) of this article, a register of wills certifies a refund relating to the inheritance tax, the Comptroller:
(1)
shall authorize the register to pay the refund from inheritance tax revenue that the register has not paid into the State Treasury; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-702(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
if the register does not have enough revenue, shall pay the refund from the General Fund of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-702(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-702 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–801
The Comptroller shall distribute the Maryland estate tax revenue to the General Fund of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-801 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–802
The Comptroller shall pay refunds relating to the Maryland estate tax from the General Fund of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-802 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–901
The Comptroller shall distribute the Maryland generation-skipping transfer tax revenue to the General Fund of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-901 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–902
The Comptroller shall pay refunds relating to the Maryland generation-skipping transfer tax from the General Fund of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-902 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–1001
The Comptroller shall distribute the motor carrier tax revenue and fees collected under Title 9 of this article to the Gasoline and Motor Vehicle Revenue Account of the Transportation Trust Fund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1001 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–1002
The Comptroller shall pay refunds relating to the motor carrier tax from motor fuel tax revenue.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1002 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–1101
From the motor fuel tax revenue the Comptroller shall distribute the amount necessary to pay refunds relating to the motor fuel tax and the motor carrier tax to a refund account.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1101 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–1102
After making the distributions required under § 2-1101 of this subtitle, from the remaining motor fuel tax revenue, the Comptroller shall distribute the amount necessary to administer the Motor Fuel Tax Bureau of the Regulatory and Enforcement Division of the Comptroller’s Office to an administrative cost account.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1102 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–1103
After making the distributions required under §§ 2–1101 and 2–1102 of this subtitle, the Comptroller shall distribute:
(1)
the remaining motor fuel tax revenue from aviation fuel to the Transportation Trust Fund;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1103(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
all remaining motor fuel tax revenue, equal to the average percentage by which the motor fuel tax rate exceeds 18.5 cents per gallon, not including revenue attributable to an increase in the motor fuel tax rates under § 9–305(b) of this article or revenue attributable to the sales and use tax equivalent rate imposed under § 9–306 of this article, to the Gasoline and Motor Vehicle Revenue Account in the Transportation Trust Fund;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1103(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
revenue attributable to an increase in the motor fuel tax rates imposed under § 9–305(b) of this article to the Transportation Trust Fund; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1103(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
revenue attributable to the sales and use tax equivalent rate imposed under § 9–306 of this article to the Transportation Trust Fund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1103(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1103 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–1104
(a)
Except as otherwise provided in this section, after making the distributions required under §§ 2–1101 through 2–1103 of this subtitle, from the remaining motor fuel tax revenue, the Comptroller shall distribute:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1104(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1104(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
3% to the Chesapeake and Atlantic Coastal Bays 2010 Trust Fund;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1104(a)(1)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1104(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(0.)
5% to the Waterway Improvement Fund; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1104(a)(2)(0.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
any remaining balance to the Gasoline and Motor Vehicle Revenue Account of the Transportation Trust Fund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1104(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
For each fiscal year beginning on or before July 1, 2015, instead of the distribution required under subsection (a)(1) of this section, the Comptroller shall distribute 2.3% of the remaining motor fuel tax revenue as follows:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1104(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
to the General Fund of the State:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1104(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
$5,000,000 for each fiscal year beginning on or before July 1, 2011;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1104(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
$5,000,000 for each of the fiscal years beginning July 1, 2012, July 1, 2013, and July 1, 2014; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1104(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
$4,624,687 for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2015;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1104(b)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
$8,000,000 to the Budget Restoration Fund for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2012; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1104(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
the balance to the Chesapeake and Atlantic Coastal Bays 2010 Trust Fund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1104(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1104 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–1201
The Comptroller shall pay refunds relating to the public service company franchise tax from the General Fund of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1201 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–1301
From the sales and use tax revenue, the Comptroller shall distribute the amount necessary to pay refunds relating to the sales and use tax to a refund account.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1301 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–1302
After making the distribution required under § 2-1301 of this subtitle, from the remaining sales and use tax revenue, the Comptroller shall distribute the amount necessary to administer the sales and use tax laws to an administrative cost account.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1302 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–1302.1
After making the distributions required under §§ 2–1301 and 2–1302 of this subtitle:
(1)
of the sales and use tax collected under § 11–104(c) and (c–1) of this article on short–term vehicle rentals and peer–to–peer car sharing, the Comptroller shall distribute:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1302.1(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
45% to the Transportation Trust Fund established under § 3–216 of the Transportation Article; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1302.1(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the remainder to the Chesapeake and Atlantic Coastal Bays 2010 Trust Fund; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1302.1(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the Comptroller shall distribute to the Transportation Trust Fund established under § 3–216 of the Transportation Article the sales and use tax collected that is attributable to the sale of electricity:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1302.1(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
at an electric vehicle charging station; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1302.1(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
used to charge an electric vehicle and is not sold under a residential or domestic rate schedule on file with the Public Service Commission.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1302.1(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1302.1 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–1302.2
After making the distributions required under §§ 2–1301 through 2–1302.1 of this subtitle, of the sales and use tax collected under § 11–104(k) of this article from the sale of cannabis, as defined in § 1–101 of the Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis Article, the Comptroller quarterly shall distribute:
(1)
75% of the revenues as follows:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1302.2(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
to the Cannabis Regulation and Enforcement Fund, established under § 36–206 of the Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis Article, an amount necessary to defray the entire cost of the operations and administrative expenses of the Maryland Cannabis Administration established under Title 36 of the Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis Article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1302.2(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
to the Department of Social and Economic Mobility Special Fund, established under § 9–4107 of the State Government Article, an amount necessary to defray the operations and administrative expenses of the Office of Social Equity within the Department of Social and Economic Mobility;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1302.2(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
after making the distribution required under items (i) and (ii) of this item:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1302.2(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
35% to the Community Reinvestment and Repair Fund under § 1–322 of the Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis Article for fiscal years 2024 through 2033;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1302.2(1)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
5% to counties, which shall be allocated to each county based on the percentage of revenue collected from that county, except that a county shall distribute to a municipality located in the county 50% of the allocation received under this item that is attributable to the sales and use tax revenue generated by a dispensary located in that municipality;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1302.2(1)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
5% to the Cannabis Public Health Fund established under § 13–4505 of the Health – General Article; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1302.2(1)(iii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
for fiscal years 2024 through 2028, 5% to the Cannabis Business Assistance Fund established under § 5–1901 of the Economic Development Article; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1302.2(1)(iii)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
any balance remaining after the distributions required under items (i), (ii), and (iii) of this item to the General Fund of the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1302.2(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
25% of the revenue to the General Fund of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1302.2(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1302.2 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–1302.3
After making the distributions required under §§ 2–1301 through 2–1302.2 of this subtitle, the Comptroller shall distribute the sales and use tax revenue that is attributable to the purchase of a racehorse following a claiming race to the Racing and Community Development Facilities Fund established under § 10–657.3 of the Economic Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1302.3 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–1302.4
After making the distributions required under §§ 2–1301 through 2–1302.2 of this subtitle, of the sales and use tax collected from the sale of electronic smoking devices, as defined in § 11–104(j) of this article, the Comptroller shall distribute the revenue attributable to a tax rate of 8% to the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Fund established under § 5–206 of the Education Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1302.4 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–1302.5
After making the distributions required under §§ 2–1301 through 2–1302.4 of this subtitle, of the sales and use tax collected under § 11–104(l) of this article, the Comptroller shall distribute the revenue to the General Fund of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1302.5 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–1303
After making the distributions required under §§ 2–1301 through 2–1302.5 of this subtitle, the Comptroller shall pay:
(1)
revenues from the hotel surcharge into the Dorchester County Economic Development Fund established under § 10–130 of the Economic Development Article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1303(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
to the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Fund established under § 5–206 of the Education Article, the following percentage of the remaining sales and use tax revenues:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1303(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
for fiscal year 2023, 9.2%;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1303(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
for fiscal year 2024, 11.0%;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1303(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
for fiscal year 2025, 11.3%;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1303(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
for fiscal year 2026, 11.7%; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1303(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
for fiscal year 2027 and each fiscal year thereafter, 12.1%; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1303(2)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
the remaining sales and use tax revenue into the General Fund of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1303(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1303 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–1401
The Comptroller shall distribute the savings and loan association franchise tax revenue to the General Fund of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1401 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–1402
The Comptroller shall pay refunds relating to the savings and loan association franchise tax from the General Fund of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1402 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–1601
From the tobacco tax revenue, the Comptroller shall distribute the amount necessary to pay refunds relating to the tobacco tax to a refund account.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1601 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–1602
After making the distribution required under § 2-1601 of this subtitle, from the remaining tobacco tax revenue the Comptroller shall distribute the amount necessary to administer the tobacco tax laws to an administrative cost account.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1602 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 2–1603
After making the distributions required under §§ 2–1601 and 2–1602 of this subtitle, the Comptroller shall distribute:
(1)
to the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Fund established under § 5–206 of the Education Article, the following amount or percentage of the remaining tobacco tax revenue:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1603(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
for fiscal year 2025, $88,300,000;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1603(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
for fiscal year 2026, 32.6%;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1603(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
for fiscal year 2027, 33.2%; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1603(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
for fiscal year 2028 and each fiscal year thereafter, 16.2%; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1603(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the remaining tobacco tax revenue to the General Fund of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1603(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 2-1603 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 3–101
(a)
In this title the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-101(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
“Judge” means an individual who serves on the Tax Court.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-101(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
“Tax Court” means the Maryland Tax Court.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-101(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-101 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 3–102
There is a Maryland Tax Court, which is an independent administrative unit of the State government.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-102 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 3–103
(a)
The Tax Court has jurisdiction to hear appeals from the final decision, final determination, or final order of a property tax assessment appeal board or any other unit of the State government or of a political subdivision of the State that is authorized to make the final decision or determination or issue the final order about any tax issue, including:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-103(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the valuation, assessment, or classification of property;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-103(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the imposition of a tax;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-103(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
the determination of a claim for refund;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-103(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
the application for an abatement, reduction, or revision of any assessment or tax; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-103(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
the application for an exemption from any assessment or tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-103(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
This section does not affect any requirement that a decision, determination, or order be appealed to another unit of the State government or of a political subdivision of the State before an appeal is taken to the Tax Court.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-103(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-103 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 3–104
The Tax Court may sit in Baltimore City or in the county seat of any other county.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-104 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 3–105
(a)
In addition to the powers and duties set forth elsewhere in this title and in Title 13, Subtitle 5 of this article, the Tax Court:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-105(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
as to any matter before it, shall pass a written order that is signed by at least 1 of the judges;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-105(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
shall have a seal for the certification of copies of orders of the Tax Court by the clerk; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-105(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
may ask the Department to perform administrative duties for the Tax Court.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-105(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Subject to § 3-103 of this title, Title 13 of this article, and § 14-512 of the Tax - Property Article, the Tax Court may adopt reasonable rules of procedure in accordance with the provisions for adopting regulations under Title 10, Subtitle 1, Parts I through III, V, and VI of the State Government Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-105(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-105 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 3–106
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-106(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Tax Court consists of 5 judges appointed by the Governor from the qualified voters of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-106(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Of the 5 judges, the Chief Judge and at least 1 other judge shall be members of the Bar of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-106(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
Of the 5 judges, at least:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-106(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
1 shall be a resident of Baltimore City;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-106(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
1 shall be a resident of the Eastern Shore; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-106(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
1 shall be a resident of the Western Shore.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-106(a)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The Tax Court may not include more than 3 judges from the same political party.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-106(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
Before taking office, each appointee to the Tax Court shall take the oath required by Article I, § 9 of the Maryland Constitution.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-106(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-106(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The term of a judge is 6 years and begins on the 1st Monday in June.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-106(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The terms of judges are staggered as required by the terms provided for the judges of the Tax Court on January 1, 1989.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-106(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
At the end of a term, a judge continues to serve until a successor is appointed and qualifies.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-106(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
A judge who is appointed after a term has begun serves only for the rest of the term and until a successor is appointed and qualifies.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-106(d)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
The Governor may remove a judge for incompetence or misconduct.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-106(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
Each judge is entitled to the salary provided in the State budget.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-106(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-106 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 3–107
(a)
Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section, a majority of the judges then serving on the Tax Court is a quorum to do business.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-107(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The concurrence of a majority of the judges who hear an appeal is sufficient to decide the appeal.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-107(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A judge who is a member of the Bar of the State may hear and decide an appeal without the participation of any other judge.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-107(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-107 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 3–108
(a)
From among the judges, the Governor shall appoint a Chief Judge.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-108(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
An appointment as Chief Judge is effective during the term of the judge who is appointed to the position.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-108(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-108 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 3–109
(a)
The Tax Court shall appoint a clerk.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-109(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The clerk is entitled to the salary provided in the State budget.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-109(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-109(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The clerk shall have custody of and keep as a public record:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-109(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a docket that is a full and accurate record of all proceedings in the Tax Court; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-109(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a file of all the pleadings and exhibits in all proceedings in the Tax Court.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-109(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The clerk shall issue a subpoena as required under §§ 13-520 and 13-521 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-109(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The clerk shall perform other duties that the Tax Court assigns.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-109(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
The clerk may administer oaths in connection with any proceeding in the Tax Court.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-109(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-109 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 3–110
(a)
The Tax Court may appoint 1 or more deputy clerks.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-110(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Each deputy clerk is entitled to the salary provided in the State budget.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-110(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A deputy clerk shall perform the duties that the Tax Court assigns, including, in the absence of the clerk, a duty of the clerk.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-110(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
A deputy clerk may administer oaths in connection with any proceeding in the Tax Court.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-110(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-110 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 3–111
(a)
The Tax Court may:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-111(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
appoint examiners to hear an appeal on the valuation of real property; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-111(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
arrange for examiners to hear appeals in the counties where the appeals arise, at times and places that promote accessibility to the examiners by the parties to the appeal.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-111(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
After a hearing before an examiner, the examiner shall submit to the Tax Court a written recommended decision that includes the findings of fact and conclusions of law on which the recommendation is based.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-111(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-111 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 3–112
The Tax Court may employ staff in accordance with the State budget:
(1)
to carry out the provisions of this title and Title 13, Subtitle 5 of this article; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-112(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
to exercise the powers and to carry out the duties otherwise conferred by law on the Tax Court.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-112(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-112 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 3–113
(a)
The principal office of the Tax Court is in Baltimore City, at a location that the Board of Public Works chooses.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-113(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The offices of the Tax Court shall be open for business:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-113(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
during the hours that the Governor designates; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-113(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
at any additional time as the Tax Court considers necessary.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-113(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 3-113 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 4–101
(a)
In this title the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-101(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-101(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Admissions and amusement charge”, unless expressly provided otherwise, means a charge for:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-101(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
admission to a place, including any additional separate charge for admission within an enclosure;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-101(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
use of a game of entertainment;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-101(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
use of a recreational or sports facility;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-101(b)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
use or rental of recreational or sports equipment; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-101(b)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
merchandise, refreshments, or a service sold or served in connection with entertainment at a nightclub or room in a hotel, restaurant, hall, or other place where dancing privileges, music, or other entertainment is provided.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-101(b)(1)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Admissions and amusement charge” does not include a charge for admission to a political fundraising event.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-101(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
“Game of entertainment” includes, in Anne Arundel County or Calvert County, the game of instant bingo permitted under a commercial bingo license.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-101(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
“Person” includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-101(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
this State or a political subdivision, unit, or instrumentality of this State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-101(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
another state or a political subdivision, unit, or instrumentality of that state; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-101(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
a unit or instrumentality of a political subdivision of this State or of another state.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-101(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
“Stadium Authority” means the Maryland Stadium Authority created under § 10–604 of the Economic Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-101(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-101 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 4–102
(a)
In this section, “net proceeds” means the total receipts from the operation of an electronic bingo machine or electronic tip jar machine less the amount of money winnings or prizes paid out to players.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-102(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A county may impose, by resolution, a tax on:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-102(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the gross receipts derived from any admissions and amusement charge in that county; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-102(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
an admission in that county for a reduced charge or at no charge to a place if there is a charge for other admissions to the place.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-102(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A municipal corporation may impose, by ordinance or resolution, a tax on:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-102(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the gross receipts derived from any admissions and amusement charge in that municipal corporation; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-102(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
an admission in that municipal corporation for a reduced charge or at no charge to a place if there is a charge for other admissions to the place.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-102(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
The Stadium Authority may impose a tax on:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-102(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the gross receipts derived from any admissions and amusement charge for an admission to a facility owned or leased by the Stadium Authority; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-102(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
an admission for a reduced charge or at no charge to a facility owned or leased by the Stadium Authority if there is a charge for other admissions to the facility.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-102(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
A State tax is imposed on the net proceeds derived from any charge for the operation of an electronic bingo machine permitted under a commercial bingo license or an electronic tip jar machine authorized under Title 13 of the Criminal Law Article that is operated for commercial purposes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-102(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-102(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The State and local admissions and amusement taxes applicable to electronic instant bingo shall be determined on a tax–included or separately stated basis.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-102(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, other State and local admissions and amusement taxes applied under this section may be determined on a tax–included or separately stated basis.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-102(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-102 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 4–103
(a)
The admissions and amusement tax may not be imposed by:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a county on gross receipts derived from any source within a municipal corporation located in that county, if the municipal corporation imposes an admissions and amusement tax on any gross receipts or specifically exempts any gross receipts from the admissions and amusement tax;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Baltimore County on gross receipts:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
of a nonprofit community association that is organized and operated to promote the general welfare of the community that the association serves and the net earnings of which do not inure to the benefit of any stockholder or member of the association; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
derived from any admissions and amusement charge for any activities related to agricultural tourism;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
Calvert County on gross receipts that are subject to the sales and use tax;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
Washington County on gross receipts from an amusement device that is subject to the license and permit requirements of Title 17, Subtitle 4, Part V of the Business Regulation Article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
Montgomery County on gross receipts derived within an area designated as an enterprise zone under Title 5, Subtitle 7 of the Economic Development Article from a charge for:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
admission to a nightclub or room in a hotel, restaurant, hall, or other place where dancing privileges, music, or other entertainment is provided; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(a)(5)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
merchandise, refreshment, or a service sold or served in connection with entertainment at a nightclub or room in a hotel, restaurant, hall, or other place where dancing privileges, music, or other entertainment is provided; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(a)(5)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
Harford County on gross receipts derived from:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(a)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
any admissions and amusement charge for golf entertainment;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(a)(6)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
any admissions and amusement charge in connection with a business that provides drive–in movie entertainment;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(a)(6)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
any admissions and amusement charge for any activities related to agricultural tourism; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(a)(6)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
any admissions and amusement charge by a roller skating rink.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(a)(6)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The admissions and amusement tax may not be imposed by a county or municipal corporation on gross receipts:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
derived from any charge for merchandise, refreshments, or a service sold or served at a place where:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
dancing is prohibited; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the only entertainment provided is mechanical music, radio, or television;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
derived from any charge for admission to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a live boxing or wrestling match; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a concert or theatrical event presented or offered by a nonprofit group that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
is organized and operated to present or offer an annual series of scheduled musical concerts; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(b)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
is organized and operated for a cultural purpose and receives a grant directly or indirectly from the Maryland State Arts Council;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(b)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
derived from any charge for admission to or use of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a facility or equipment in connection with a bingo game that is operated in accordance with § 13–507 of the Criminal Law Article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(b)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a bowling alley or lane;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(b)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a charter fishing boat; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(b)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
a nontethered hot air balloon;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(b)(3)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
derived from any charge for admission or for merchandise, refreshments, or a service, if the gross receipts are used exclusively for:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(b)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a charitable, educational, or religious purpose;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(b)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a volunteer fire company or nonprofit rescue squad;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(b)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a fraternal, service, or veterans’ organization chartered by a grant of Congress; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(b)(4)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
the improvement, maintenance, or operation of an agricultural fair, if no net earnings inure to the benefit of any stockholder or member of the association that conducts the fair; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(b)(4)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
obtained at admission and used for the cost of prizes or as money winnings distributed, as part of its operation, by a commercial bingo game in Anne Arundel County.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103(b)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-103 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 4–104
(a)
A county or a municipal corporation may exempt from the admissions and amusement tax gross receipts from any charge for admission or for merchandise, refreshments, or a service, if the gross receipts are used exclusively for community or civic improvement by a nonprofit community association that is organized and operated to promote the general welfare of the community that the association serves and the net earnings of which do not inure to the benefit of any stockholder or member of the association.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-104(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A county or a municipal corporation may exempt from the admissions and amusement tax gross receipts from any charge for admission to a concert or theatrical event of a nonprofit organization that is organized to present or offer any of the performing arts.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-104(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
Wicomico County or a municipal corporation in Wicomico County may exempt, by ordinance or resolution, from the admissions and amusement tax gross receipts from any charge for use of tennis courts.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-104(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-104(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
An exemption of a class of activity by a county or municipal corporation does not alter the ability of the Stadium Authority to tax that class.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-104(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
An exemption of a class of activity by the Stadium Authority does not alter the ability of a county or municipal corporation to tax that class.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-104(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-104(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this subsection, “arts and entertainment district”, “arts and entertainment enterprise”, and “qualifying residing artist” have the meanings stated in § 4–701 of the Economic Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-104(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A county or a municipal corporation may exempt from the admissions and amusement tax gross receipts from any admissions or amusement charge levied by an arts and entertainment enterprise or qualifying residing artist in an arts and entertainment district.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-104(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
The Mayor and City Council of Baltimore City may exempt, by law, from the admissions and amusement tax gross receipts from any charge or fee to participate in an amateur recreational sports event or league.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-104(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-104(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this subsection, “qualifying tourism enterprise” and “tourism zone” have the meanings stated in § 18–401 of the Local Government Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-104(g)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-104(g)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Subject to subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, a county or a municipal corporation may exempt from the admissions and amusement tax gross receipts from any admissions or amusement charge levied by a qualifying tourism enterprise in a tourism zone.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-104(g)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
The exemption authorized under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph does not apply to the State admissions and amusement tax imposed under § 4–102(d) and (e) of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-104(g)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-104 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 4–105
(a)
Except as otherwise provided in this section, the admissions and amusement tax rate is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-105(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the rate that a county or municipal corporation sets, not exceeding 10% of gross receipts subject to the admissions and amusement tax; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-105(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the rate that the Stadium Authority sets, not exceeding 8% of gross receipts subject to the admissions and amusement tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-105(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(a–1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-105(a–1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection, the rate of the State admissions and amusement tax imposed on electronic bingo or electronic tip jars under § 4–102(e) of this subtitle is 30% of the net proceeds subject to the tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-105(a–1)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The rate of the State admissions and amusement tax imposed on electronic bingo or electronic tip jars in Calvert County under § 4–102(e) of this subtitle is 33% of the net proceeds subject to the tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-105(a–1)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
If net proceeds subject to the State admissions and amusement tax imposed on electronic bingo or electronic tip jars under § 4–102(e) of this subtitle are also subject to an admissions and amusement tax imposed by a county or a municipal corporation under this subtitle:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-105(a–1)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the rate of the State tax may not exceed a rate that, when combined with the rate of any county or municipal corporation tax, will exceed 35% of the net proceeds; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-105(a–1)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the rate of any county or municipal corporation admissions and amusement tax that is applicable to net proceeds derived from electronic bingo or electronic tip jars may not exceed the rate of the admissions and amusement tax imposed by the county or municipal corporation as of January 1, 2009.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-105(a–1)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
If gross receipts subject to the admissions and amusement tax are also subject to the sales and use tax, a county or a municipal corporation may not set a rate so that, when combined with the sales and use tax, the total tax rate will exceed 11% of the gross receipts.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-105(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
If gross receipts subject to the admissions and amusement tax imposed by the Stadium Authority are also subject to an admissions and amusement tax imposed by a county or municipal corporation, the county or municipal corporation may not set a rate or collect the tax at a rate so that, when combined with the rate of the Stadium Authority, the total tax rate will exceed 10% of the gross receipts.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-105(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
A municipal corporation may set an admissions and amusement tax rate that differs from the rate set by the county where the municipal corporation is located.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-105(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
For purposes of setting admissions and amusement tax rates, a county, a municipal corporation, or the Stadium Authority may:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-105(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
establish different classes of admissions and amusement charges; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-105(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
set different rates of tax for those classes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-105(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
The admissions and amusement tax that a county, a municipal corporation, or the Stadium Authority may impose on a reduced charge or free admission is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-105(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
5 cents, if the charge for any other admission is 50 cents or less;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-105(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
10 cents, if the charge for any other admission is more than 50 cents but does not exceed $1; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-105(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
15 cents, if the charge for any other admission is more than $1.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-105(f)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
If a county, a municipal corporation, or the Stadium Authority changes an admissions and amusement tax rate or changes a class to which a rate applies, the county, municipal corporation, or Stadium Authority shall give the Comptroller notice of the change at least 60 days before the effective date of the change.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-105(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-105 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 4–201
(a)
A person shall complete, under oath, and file with the Comptroller the admissions and amusement tax return:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-201(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
on or before the 10th day of the month that follows the month in which the person has gross receipts subject to the admissions and amusement tax; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-201(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
for other periods and on other dates that the Comptroller specifies by regulation, including periods in which the person has no gross receipts subject to the tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-201(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
For periods beginning after December 31, 2026, a person shall file the admissions and amusement tax return electronically.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-201(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-201 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 4–202
(a)
Each person who has gross receipts subject to the admissions and amusement tax shall keep complete and accurate records in the form and with the information that the Comptroller requires by regulation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-202(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The person who is required under subsection (a) of this section to keep records shall make the records available for inspection and examination by the Comptroller at any time during business hours.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-202(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The person shall keep the records required under subsection (a) of this section for 4 years, unless the Comptroller consents in writing to an earlier destruction of the records or requires in writing that the records be kept longer than 4 years.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-202(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-202 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 4–301
(a)
A person who has gross receipts subject to the admissions and amusement tax shall pay the tax on those gross receipts with the return that covers the period in which those receipts are earned.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-301(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
If a corporation, other than a nonstock, nonprofit corporation, is required to pay the admissions and amusement tax, personal liability for the tax and interest and penalties on the tax extends to any officer of the corporation who exercises direct control over its fiscal management.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-301(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
If a limited liability company, or limited liability partnership, including a limited partnership registered as a limited liability limited partnership, is required to pay the admissions and amusement tax, personal liability for the tax and interest and penalties on the tax extends to any person who exercises direct control over the fiscal management of the limited liability company or limited liability partnership.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-301(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 4-301 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 5–101
(a)
In this title the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Alcoholic beverage” means a spirituous, vinous, malt, or fermented liquor, liquid, or compound that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
is fit for beverage purposes; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
contains one–half of 1% or more of alcohol by volume.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Alcoholic beverage” includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
beer;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
distilled spirits; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
wine.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(b)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
“Alcoholic beverage license” means an alcoholic beverage license or permit issued under the Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Beer” means a brewed alcoholic beverage.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Beer” includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
ale;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(d)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
porter;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(d)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
stout;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(d)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
hard cider, as defined in § 1–101(c) of the Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis Article; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(d)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
alcoholic beverages that contain:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(d)(2)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
6% or less alcohol by volume, derived primarily from the fermentation of grain, with not more than 49% of the beverage’s overall alcohol content by volume obtained from flavors and other added nonbeverage ingredients containing alcohol; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(d)(2)(v)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
more than 6% alcohol by volume, derived primarily from the fermentation of grain, with not more than 1.5% of the beverage’s overall alcohol content by volume obtained from flavors and other added nonbeverage ingredients containing alcohol.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(d)(2)(v)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
“Consumer” means a person who buys, possesses, or transports an alcoholic beverage for a purpose other than selling the alcoholic beverage.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
“Direct wine shipper” has the meaning stated in § 2–142 of the Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Distilled spirits” means a distilled alcoholic beverage.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(g)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Distilled spirits” includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(g)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
alcohol;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(g)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
brandy;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(g)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
cordials;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(g)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
gin;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(g)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
liqueur;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(g)(2)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
rum;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(g)(2)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vii)
vodka;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(g)(2)(vii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(viii)
whiskey; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(g)(2)(viii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ix)
solutions or mixtures of distilled spirits except fortified wines.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(g)(2)(ix) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
“Manufacturer” means a person who operates within the State a place of business for blending, bottling, brewing, distilling, fermenting, or rectifying an alcoholic beverage.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
“Nonresident dealer” means a person who is required to obtain a nonresident dealer’s permit under § 2–124 of the Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(j)
“Person” includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(j) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
this State or a political subdivision, unit, or instrumentality of this State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(j)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
another state or a political subdivision, unit, or instrumentality of that state; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(j)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
a unit or instrumentality of a political subdivision of this State or of another state.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(j)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(k)
“Resident dealer” means a person who is required to obtain a resident dealer’s permit under § 2–125 of the Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(k) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(l)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(l) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Retail dealer” means a person who buys an alcoholic beverage for sale to a consumer.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(l)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Retail dealer” includes a county department of liquor control, a liquor control board, or the Alcohol Beverage Services for Montgomery County that operates a dispensary.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(l)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(m)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(m) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Wholesaler” means a person who buys or imports an alcoholic beverage for sale to another person for resale.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(m)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Wholesaler” includes a county department of liquor control, a liquor control board, or the Alcohol Beverage Services for Montgomery County that operates a wholesale dispensary.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(m)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(n)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(n) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Wine” means a fermented alcoholic beverage.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(n)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Wine” includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(n)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
carbonated, flavored, imitation, sparkling, or still wine;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(n)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
champagne;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(n)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
cider;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(n)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
fortified wine;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(n)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
perry;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(n)(2)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
sake; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(n)(2)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vii)
vermouth.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101(n)(2)(vii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-101 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 5–102
(a)
Except as provided in § 5-104 of this subtitle, a tax is imposed on any alcoholic beverage in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-102(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A tax is imposed on each person who sells or consigns an alcoholic beverage in the State from a jurisdiction outside the State, if the Comptroller finds that, in connection with the solicitation, sale, and distribution of alcoholic beverages, the jurisdiction:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-102(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
requires a tax, assessment, or charge that is greater for alcoholic beverages consigned from a Maryland licensee or permit holder than the amount required for alcoholic beverages consigned from a licensee or permit holder in another jurisdiction; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-102(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
discriminates in fact against the licensee or permit holder of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-102(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-102(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A county, municipal corporation, special taxing district, or other political subdivision of the State may not impose a tax on any alcoholic beverage.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-102(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Comptroller may not impose the tax under subsection (b) of this section on a person who has distillery plants in this and another state.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-102(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-102 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 5–103
(a)
A rebuttable presumption exists that any alcoholic beverage in the State is subject to the alcoholic beverage tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-103(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
An alcoholic beverage on which the alcoholic beverage tax is not paid is a contraband alcoholic beverage if it is delivered, possessed, sold, or transported in the State in a manner that is not authorized:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-103(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
under this title; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-103(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
under the Alcoholic Beverages Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-103(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The person who possesses an alcoholic beverage has the burden of proving that the alcoholic beverage is not subject to the alcoholic beverage tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-103(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-103 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 5–104
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-104(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The alcoholic beverage tax does not apply to an alcoholic beverage that is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-104(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
brought into the State by a person in accordance with:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-104(a)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
an import–export permit under § 2–123(b) of the Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis Article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-104(a)(1)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
a nonbeverage permit under § 2–164 of the Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis Article; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-104(a)(1)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
a nonresident storage permit under § 2–115 of the Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis Article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-104(a)(1)(i)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
sold or delivered by a person who holds a Class E, F, or G alcoholic beverage license, while the licensee is operating an aircraft, vessel, or train outside boundaries of the State, including airspace and waterways;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-104(a)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
beer or wine that is family–produced and is brought into, possessed, or transported in the State by an individual who is a member of that family if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-104(a)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the individual is at least 21 years of age; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-104(a)(1)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the beer or wine is for personal use or for entry in a licensed national family beer and wine exhibition; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-104(a)(1)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
brought into the State by a person for storage pending shipment outside of the State, if the alcoholic beverage:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-104(a)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
is not held for sale, consignment, or delivery in the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-104(a)(1)(iv)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
is under a customs bond; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-104(a)(1)(iv)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
is stored in a public bonded warehouse.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-104(a)(1)(iv)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The exemption under paragraph (1)(ii) of this subsection does not apply to an alcoholic beverage sold or delivered by a person who holds a Class E, F, or G alcoholic beverage license while the licensee is operating an aircraft, vessel, or train within the boundaries of the State, including airspace and waterways.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-104(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-104(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The alcoholic beverage tax does not apply to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-104(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
an alcoholic beverage bought by a person whom a proper authority of the United States allows to buy alcoholic beverages for sale and use on a federal reservation in the State where the person is assigned;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-104(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
wine bought and used for sacramental purposes by a religious organization affiliated with and recognized by a generally acknowledged religious faith; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-104(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
wine or distilled spirits bought and used for medicinal purposes by a bona fide hospital.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-104(b)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A person under paragraph (1) of this subsection who pays the alcoholic beverage tax may obtain the exemption by filing a claim for refund with the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-104(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-104(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The alcoholic beverage tax does not apply to an alcoholic beverage that a consumer at least 21 years of age brings into the State for personal use:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-104(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
if the quantity brought from within the continental United States does not exceed:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-104(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
at any one time, one quart;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-104(c)(1)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
in 1 calendar month, two quarts; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-104(c)(1)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
a total of 1 gallon in the consumer’s possession at any one time;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-104(c)(1)(i)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
if the quantity brought from American Samoa, Guam, or the Virgin Islands of the United States does not exceed 1 gallon; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-104(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
if the total quantity brought from any other place outside the continental United States does not exceed 1 gallon, the 1st quart of that gallon.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-104(c)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A consumer under paragraph (1)(iii) of this subsection may obtain the exemption for the 1st quart by:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-104(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
filing an application with the Comptroller on the form the Comptroller requires; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-104(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
paying the alcoholic beverage tax on the quantity of alcoholic beverages that exceeds 1 quart.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-104(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-104 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 5–105
(a)
Except as provided in subsection (d) of this section, the alcoholic beverage tax rate for distilled spirits is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-105(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
$1.50 for each gallon or 39.63 cents for each liter; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-105(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
if distilled spirits contain a percentage of alcohol greater than 100 proof, an additional tax, for each 1 proof over 100 proof, of 1.5 cents for each gallon or 0.3963 cents for each liter.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-105(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Except as provided in subsection (d) of this section, the alcoholic beverage tax rate for wine is 40 cents for each gallon or 10.57 cents for each liter.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-105(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
Except as provided in subsection (d) of this section, the alcoholic beverage tax rate on beer and mead is 9 cents for each gallon or 2.3778 cents for each liter.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-105(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
The tax imposed under § 5–102(b) of this subtitle shall equal the amount that the discriminating jurisdiction charges a Maryland licensee or permit holder.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-105(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-105 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 5–201
(a)
A person who holds a Class E, F, or G alcoholic beverage license shall complete, under oath, and file with the Comptroller an alcoholic beverage tax return:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-201(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
on or before the 25th day of the month that follows the month in which the person sells any alcoholic beverage within the boundaries of the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-201(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
if the Comptroller so specifies, by regulation, on other dates for each month in which the licensee does not sell any alcoholic beverages in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-201(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-201(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Each manufacturer and each wholesaler shall complete, under oath, and file with the Comptroller an alcoholic beverage tax return:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-201(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, on or before the 10th day of the month that follows the month in which:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-201(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the manufacturer or wholesaler sells or delivers any alcoholic beverage in the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-201(b)(1)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
a manufacturer that brews malt beverages, under a Class 6 pub–brewery license, transfers the malt beverages for consumption on the restaurant premises in accordance with federal alcohol tax laws and regulations; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-201(b)(1)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
a manufacturer that brews malt beverages, under a Class 7 micro–brewery license, transfers the malt beverages for consumption off the micro–brewery licensed premises in accordance with federal alcohol tax laws and regulations; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-201(b)(1)(i)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
if the Comptroller so specifies, by regulation, on other dates for each month in which the manufacturer or wholesaler does not sell, deliver, or transfer any alcoholic beverage in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-201(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-201(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Subject to subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, the Comptroller may, by regulation, establish dates for filing the alcoholic beverage tax returns required under this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-201(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
Any filing date established under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph shall be at least 5 days later than the day specified for filing a return under paragraph (1)(i) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-201(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A nonresident dealer shall complete, under oath, and file with the Comptroller an alcoholic beverage tax return:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-201(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
on or before the 15th day of the month that follows the month in which the nonresident dealer delivers beer into the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-201(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
if the Comptroller so specifies, by regulation, on other dates for each month in which the nonresident dealer does not deliver beer into the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-201(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
A person who is a direct wine shipper shall file with the Office of the Comptroller a quarterly tax return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-201(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
A resident dealer shall complete, under oath, and file with the Comptroller an alcoholic beverage tax return:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-201(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
on or before the 15th day of the month that follows the month in which the resident dealer delivers beer into the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-201(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
if the Comptroller so specifies, by regulation, on other dates for each month in which the resident dealer does not deliver beer into the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-201(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
For periods beginning after December 31, 2026, a person shall file an alcoholic beverage tax return electronically.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-201(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-201 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 5–301
(a)
A person who, under a Class E, F, or G alcoholic beverage license, sells or delivers any alcoholic beverages within the boundaries of the State shall pay the alcoholic beverage tax on those alcoholic beverages, in the manner that the Comptroller requires, with the return that covers the period in which the person sells or delivers those alcoholic beverages.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-301(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-301(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A manufacturer that, under an alcoholic beverage license as a winery or limited winery, sells or delivers wine to retail dealers or to consumers in the State shall pay the alcoholic beverage tax on that wine, in the manner that the Comptroller requires, with the return that covers the period in which the manufacturer sells or delivers that wine.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-301(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A manufacturer that sells, to wholesalers or retail dealers for consumption in the State, beer on which the alcoholic beverage tax was not paid before the beer was delivered into the State shall pay the alcoholic beverage tax on that beer, in the manner that the Comptroller requires, with the return that covers the period in which the manufacturer sells that beer.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-301(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
A manufacturer that, under a Class 6 pub–brewery license, brews and transfers malt beverages for consumption on restaurant premises in the State shall pay the alcoholic beverage tax on that malt beverage, in the manner that the Comptroller requires, with the return that covers the period in which the manufacturer transfers that malt beverage.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-301(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
A manufacturer that, under a Class 7 micro–brewery license, brews and transfers malt beverages for consumption off the micro–brewery licensed premises in the State shall pay the alcoholic beverage tax on that malt beverage, in the manner that the Comptroller requires, with the return that covers the period in which the manufacturer transfers that malt beverage.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-301(b)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A person who holds a nonresident winery permit under § 2–135 of the Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis Article that sells or delivers wine to retail dealers in the State shall pay the alcoholic beverage tax on that wine, in the manner that the Comptroller requires, with the return that covers the period in which the wine manufacturer who holds a nonresident winery permit sells or delivers that wine.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-301(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
Before a nonresident dealer delivers or ships beer to a wholesaler in the State, the nonresident dealer shall pay the alcoholic beverage tax on that beer, in the manner that the Comptroller requires.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-301(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
Before a resident dealer delivers or ships beer to a wholesaler in the State, the resident dealer shall pay the alcoholic beverage tax on that beer, in the manner that the Comptroller requires.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-301(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-301(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A wholesaler that sells or delivers distilled spirits or wine to retail dealers in the State shall pay the alcoholic beverage tax on those distilled spirits and wine, in the manner that the Comptroller requires, with the return that covers the period in which the wholesaler sells or delivers those distilled spirits and wine.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-301(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A wholesaler that imports beer directly from a place outside the United States shall pay the alcoholic beverage tax on that beer, in the manner that the Comptroller requires, before the wholesaler receives that beer in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-301(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
A person who pays the alcoholic beverage tax shall obtain:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-301(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
tax stamps or certificates if required for distilled spirits under § 5–303 of this subtitle; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-301(g)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
any other evidence of tax payment that the Comptroller requires by regulation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-301(g)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-301 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 5–302
Unless otherwise authorized in this title or in the Alcoholic Beverages Article, a person may not buy, possess, sell, store, transport, or allow another person to buy, store, sell, or transport an alcoholic beverage on which the alcoholic beverage tax is not paid.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-302 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 5–303
(a)
For a container of distilled spirits that is one-half pint or larger, the alcoholic beverage tax shall be paid by the purchase of tax stamps from the Comptroller or by an alternate method approved by the Comptroller, in the manner and at the time that the Comptroller requires by regulation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-303(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A manufacturer or a wholesaler shall affix tax stamps to each container of distilled spirits of one-half pint or larger before the container is removed from the manufacturer’s or wholesaler’s place of business for delivery to a retail dealer in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-303(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The Comptroller may allow tax stamps to be bought on a credit basis.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-303(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
A manufacturer or wholesaler who obtains tax stamps:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-303(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
is responsible to the Comptroller for the tax stamps; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-303(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
is required to pay the value of the tax stamps whether they are used, lost, or, unless proof of destruction is made to the Comptroller, destroyed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-303(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 5-303 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 6–101
(a)
In this title the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 6-101(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
“Boxing or wrestling contest” means a boxing, kick boxing, sparring, wrestling, or mixed martial arts contest, event, exhibition, or match.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 6-101(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
“Telecast” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 6-101(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a closed circuit telecast;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 6-101(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a subscription television broadcast; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 6-101(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
a pay–per–view cable or satellite television broadcast.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 6-101(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 6-101 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 6–102
Except as provided in § 6-103 of this subtitle, a tax is imposed on gross receipts derived from:
(1)
a charge for admission to a boxing or wrestling contest in the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 6-102(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a charge, by ticket or per event or occasion basis, to view a telecast of a boxing or wrestling contest in the State regardless of the origin of the telecast.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 6-102(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 6-102 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 6–103
The boxing and wrestling tax does not apply to:
(1)
an intercollegiate, interscholastic, or intramural boxing or wrestling contest held on the campus or under the auspices of a college, high school, or university in the State; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 6-103(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
an amateur boxing or wrestling contest held under the auspices of the United States of America Amateur Boxing Federation or the Young Men’s Christian Association.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 6-103(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 6-103 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 6–104
(a)
The boxing and wrestling tax rate is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 6-104(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, for charges to view a telecast of a boxing or wrestling contest, 10% of the gross receipts;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 6-104(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
except as provided in item (3) of this subsection, for charges for admission to a boxing or wrestling contest, the greater of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 6-104(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
10% of the gross receipts; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 6-104(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
$200; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 6-104(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
for charges for admission to a boxing or wrestling contest, 5% of the gross receipts if the contest is conducted by:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 6-104(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the Maryland National Guard; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 6-104(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
in Allegany County, a post of the Veterans of Foreign Wars or the American Legion.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 6-104(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
For charges to view a telecast of a boxing or wrestling contest, if gross receipts subject to the boxing and wrestling tax are also subject to the sales and use tax, the boxing and wrestling tax rate shall be set so the total tax rate does not exceed 10% of the gross receipts.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 6-104(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 6-104 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 6–201
A person shall complete, under oath, and file with the Comptroller the boxing and wrestling tax return:
(1)
on or before the 10th day of the month that follows the month in which the person has gross receipts subject to the boxing and wrestling tax; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 6-201(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
for other periods and on other dates that the Comptroller specifies by regulation, including periods in which the person has no gross receipts subject to the tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 6-201(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 6-201 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 6–202
(a)
Each person who has gross receipts subject to the boxing and wrestling tax shall keep complete and accurate records in the form and with the information that the Comptroller requires by regulation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 6-202(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The person who is required under subsection (a) of this section to keep records shall make the records available for inspection and examination by the Comptroller at any time during business hours.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 6-202(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The person shall keep the records required under subsection (a) of this section for 4 years, unless the Comptroller consents in writing to an earlier destruction of the records or requires in writing that the records be kept longer than 4 years.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 6-202(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 6-202 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 6–301
A person who has gross receipts subject to the boxing and wrestling tax shall pay the tax on those gross receipts with the return that covers those receipts.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 6-301 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–101
(a)
In this title the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-101(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
“Court” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-101(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the Orphans’ Court of a county; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-101(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a court of the State that exercises the jurisdiction of an Orphans’ Court.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-101(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
“Death taxes” means any estate, inheritance, legacy, succession, or generation-skipping transfer tax imposed by a state.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-101(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
“Register” means the register of wills of a county.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-101(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-101 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–104
When a register claims that a decedent was domiciled in this State at the time of death and the taxing authority of another state makes a similar claim on behalf of that state, then, with the approval of the Attorney General of this State, the Comptroller may make a written agreement with the other taxing authority and with the personal representative to submit the controversy to the decision of a board consisting of 1 or any other uneven number of arbitrators. The personal representative may make the agreement. The parties to the agreement shall select the arbitrator or arbitrators.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-104 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–105
(a)
After reasonable notice to the parties to the agreement, the board of arbitrators chosen under § 7-104 of this subtitle shall hold hearings at the times and places that the board determines.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-105(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
At the hearings, each party to the agreement may:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-105(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
present evidence; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-105(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
examine witnesses.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-105(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-105 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–106
The board of arbitrators may administer oaths, take testimony, and subpoena witnesses and books, records, and other documents. A subpoena may be signed by any member of the board. If a person fails to obey a subpoena, on petition of the board, any court of record of this State may pass an order requiring compliance with the subpoena and may punish failure to obey the order as a contempt.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-106 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–107
By majority vote, the board of arbitrators shall determine the domicile of the decedent at the time of death. This determination is final for purposes of imposing and collecting death taxes but not for any other purpose.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-107 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–108
Except as provided in § 7-106 of this subtitle in respect to issuing subpoenas, any question that arises in the course of the proceeding shall be determined by a majority vote of the board of arbitrators.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-108 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–109
The Comptroller, the board of arbitrators, or the personal representative shall file:
(1)
the determination of the board as to domicile, the record of the board’s proceedings, and the agreement to submit to arbitration, made under § 7-104 of this subtitle, or a duplicate, with the authority that has jurisdiction to determine the death taxes in the state determined to be the domicile; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-109(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
copies of each document with the authorities that would have been empowered to determine the death taxes in each of the other states involved.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-109(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-109 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–110
If the board of arbitrators determines that the decedent died domiciled in this State, interest and penalties, if otherwise imposed by law, for nonpayment of death taxes between the dates of the agreement and of filing of the determination of the board as to domicile, may not exceed a rate determined under § 13-604 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-110 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–111
This Part II of this subtitle does not prevent the parties to the agreement made under § 7-104 of this subtitle from making a written compromise at any time, if not prohibited by other law. A compromise may determine the amounts to be accepted by this and any other state involved in full satisfaction of death taxes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-111 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–112
The compensation and expenses of the members of the board of arbitrators and its employees may be agreed on by the members and the personal representative or, if they cannot agree, shall be determined by the appropriate court of record of the state determined by the board to be the domicile of the decedent. The amounts agreed on or determined shall be deemed an expense of administration and are payable by the personal representative.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-112 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–113
This Part II of this subtitle applies only if each state that is involved in a controversy has a law that is identical or substantially similar to this Part II of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-113 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–114
This Part II of this subtitle shall be interpreted and construed to effectuate its general purpose to make uniform the law of those states that enact it.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-114 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–115
This Part II of this subtitle may be cited as the “Maryland Uniform Act on Interstate Arbitration of Death Taxes”.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-115 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–118
When a register claims that a decedent was domiciled in this State at the time of death and the taxing authority of another state makes a similar claim on behalf of that state, then, with the approval of the Attorney General of this State, the Comptroller may make a written agreement of compromise with the other taxing authority and the personal representative that a certain sum shall be accepted in full satisfaction of all death taxes imposed by this State, including any interest or penalties to the date of filing the agreement. The agreement also shall determine the amount to be accepted by the other state in full satisfaction of death taxes. The personal representative may make the agreement.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-118 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–119
(a)
The Comptroller or the personal representative shall file the agreement, or a duplicate, with the authority that would be empowered to determine death taxes for this State if there had been no agreement.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-119(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
When the agreement is filed, the death taxes shall be deemed conclusively determined as provided in the agreement.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-119(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-119 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–120
Unless the death taxes are paid within 60 days after the agreement is filed, interest and penalties shall accrue on the amount determined in the agreement, but the time between the decedent’s death and the filing may not be included in computing the interest and penalties.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-120 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–121
This Part III of this subtitle shall be interpreted and construed to effectuate its general purpose to make uniform the law of those states that enact it.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-121 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–122
This Part III of this subtitle may be cited as the “Maryland Uniform Act on Interstate Compromise of Death Taxes”.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-122 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–201
(a)
In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-201(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
“Estate” means property that is subject to administration under the Estates and Trusts Article as the estate of a decedent.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-201(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-201(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Less than absolute interest” means an interest less than an absolute interest in property, in trust or otherwise.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-201(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Less than absolute interest” includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-201(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a life estate;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-201(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
an interest for a term of years;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-201(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a contingent or vested remainder, or executory or reversionary interest that a person other than the decedent creates; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-201(c)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
any other interest that is less than absolute.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-201(c)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-201(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Property that passes from a decedent” includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-201(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
property that passes, by will or under the intestate laws of the State, at or after the death of a decedent, in trust or otherwise, to or for the use of another person;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-201(d)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
property in which, at death, a decedent had an interest as a joint tenant; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-201(d)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
except for a bona fide sale for an adequate and full consideration in money or money’s worth, property that passes by an inter vivos transfer by a decedent, in trust or otherwise, if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-201(d)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the transfer is made in contemplation of death;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-201(d)(1)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the transfer of a material part of the property of the decedent in the nature of a final disposition or distribution is made by the decedent within 2 years before death and is not shown to not have been made in contemplation of death;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-201(d)(1)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
the transfer is intended to take effect in possession or enjoyment at or after the death of the decedent; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-201(d)(1)(iii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
under the transfer, the decedent retained any dominion over the transferred property during the life of the decedent, including the retention of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-201(d)(1)(iii)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
a beneficial interest;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-201(d)(1)(iii)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
a power of revocation, absolute or conditional; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-201(d)(1)(iii)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(C.)
a power of appointment by will or otherwise.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-201(d)(1)(iii)(C.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Notwithstanding any parol agreement, the written form of the title is controlling for intangible personal property held in joint tenancy.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-201(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-201(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Subsequent interest” means a vested or contingent remainder, executory or reversionary interest, or other future interest that is created by a decedent and will or may vest in possession after the death of the decedent.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-201(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Subsequent interest” includes a sole or concurrent subsequent interest.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-201(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-201 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–202
Except as provided in § 7-203 of this subtitle, a tax is imposed on the privilege of receiving property that passes from a decedent and has a taxable situs in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-202 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–203
(a)
The inheritance tax does not apply to the receipt of an annuity or other payment under a public or private employees’ pension or benefit plan if the annuity or other payment is not taxable for federal estate tax purposes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this subsection the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Child” includes a stepchild or former stepchild.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“Parent” includes a stepparent or former stepparent.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(b)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
“Surviving spouse” means a surviving spouse who has not remarried.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(b)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The inheritance tax does not apply to the receipt of property that passes from a decedent to or for the use of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a grandparent of the decedent;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a parent of the decedent;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a spouse of the decedent;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(b)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
a child of the decedent or a lineal descendant of a child of the decedent;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(b)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
a spouse of a child of the decedent or a spouse of a lineal descendant of a child of the decedent;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(b)(2)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
a surviving spouse of a deceased child of the decedent or of a deceased lineal descendant of a child of the decedent who was married to the child or lineal descendant of the child at the time of the child’s or lineal descendant’s death;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(b)(2)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vii)
a brother or sister of the decedent; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(b)(2)(vii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(viii)
a corporation, partnership, or limited liability company if all of its stockholders, partners, or members consist of individuals specified in items (i) through (vii) of this paragraph.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(b)(2)(viii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The inheritance tax does not apply to the receipt of the first $500 of property that passes from a decedent under a will for the perpetual upkeep of graves.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
The inheritance tax does not apply to the receipt of the proceeds of a life insurance policy payable to any beneficiary other than the estate of the insured.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
The inheritance tax does not apply to the receipt of property that passes from a decedent to or for the use of an organization that is exempt from taxation under § 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code or to which transfers are deductible under § 2055 of the Internal Revenue Code if the organization:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
is incorporated under the laws of this State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
conducts a substantial part of all its activities in this State or in the District of Columbia; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
has its principal place of business in a jurisdiction whose law:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(e)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
does not impose death taxes on the receipt of property that passes from a decedent to a beneficiary of this State that is exempt from taxation under § 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code or to which transfers are deductible under § 2055 of the Internal Revenue Code; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(e)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
contains a reciprocal exemption from death taxes similar to the exemption allowed in this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(e)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, the inheritance tax does not apply to the receipt of personal property that passes from a nonresident decedent if, at the time of death, the decedent is a resident of a state or foreign country whose law, on the date of the decedent’s death:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
does not impose death taxes on the receipt of similar personal property of a resident of this State; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(f)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
contains a reciprocal exemption from death taxes similar to the exemption allowed under this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(f)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The exemption under paragraph (1) of this subsection does not include the receipt of tangible personal property that has a taxable situs in this State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
The inheritance tax does not apply to the receipt of property that passes from a decedent to any 1 person if the total value of the property does not exceed $1,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
The inheritance tax does not apply to the receipt of property that is distributed from an estate that qualifies under § 5–601 of the Estates and Trusts Article for administration as a small estate.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
The inheritance tax does not apply to the receipt of property that passes from a decedent to the State, a county, or a municipal corporation of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(j)
The inheritance tax does not apply to the receipt of property that is income, including gains and losses, accrued on probate assets after the date of death of the decedent.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(j) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(k)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(k) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(k)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this subsection the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(k)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Holocaust victim” means an individual who died or lost property as a result of discriminatory laws, policies, or actions targeted against discrete groups of individuals based on race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or national origin, whether or not the individual was actually a member of any of those groups, or because the individual assisted or allegedly assisted any of those groups, between January 1, 1929 and December 31, 1945, in the country of Nazi Germany, areas occupied by Nazi Germany, those European countries allied with Nazi Germany, areas occupied by those European countries allied with Nazi Germany, or any other neutral European country or area in Europe under the influence or threat of invasion by Nazi Germany or by any European country allied with or occupied by Nazi Germany.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(k)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“Nazi Germany” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(k)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
for the period from 1929 to 1933, the Republic of Germany, commonly referred to as the Weimar Republic; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(k)(1)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
for the period from 1933 through 1945, Deutsche Reich.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(k)(1)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The inheritance tax does not apply to the receipt of property that is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(k)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
tangible or intangible property or compensation for tangible or intangible property that was seized, misappropriated, or lost as a result of the actions or policies of Nazi Germany toward a Holocaust victim; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(k)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
amounts received by a decedent as reparations or restitution for the loss of liberty or damage to the health of the decedent because the decedent was:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(k)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
a Holocaust victim; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(k)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
a spouse or descendant of a Holocaust victim.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(k)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The exclusion under paragraph (2) of this subsection includes interest on the proceeds receivable as insurance under policies issued by European insurance companies prior to and during World War II to a Holocaust victim.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(k)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
The exclusion under paragraph (2) of this subsection does not include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(k)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
assets acquired with the assets described in paragraph (2) of this subsection; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(k)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
assets acquired with the proceeds from the sale of the assets described in paragraph (2) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(k)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
The subtraction under paragraph (2)(i) of this subsection shall only apply if the decedent:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(k)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
was the first recipient of the assets described in paragraph (2)(i) of this subsection after their recovery; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(k)(5)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
was:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(k)(5)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
a Holocaust victim; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(k)(5)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
a spouse or descendant of a Holocaust victim.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(k)(5)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(l)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(l) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(l)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this subsection the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(l)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Domestic partner” means an individual with whom another individual has established a domestic partnership.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(l)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“Domestic partnership” means a relationship between two individuals that is a domestic partnership:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(l)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
under § 6–101(a) of the Health – General Article; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(l)(1)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
registered in accordance with § 2–214 of the Estates and Trusts Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(l)(1)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If the domestic partner of a decedent provides the affidavit described in § 6–101(b)(1) of the Health – General Article or any two of the proofs of domestic partnership listed under § 6–101(b)(2) of the Health – General Article, the inheritance tax does not apply to the receipt of an interest in a joint primary residence that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(l)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
at the time of death was held in joint tenancy by the decedent and the domestic partner; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(l)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
passes from the decedent to or for the use of the domestic partner.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(l)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
For a domestic partnership registered in accordance with § 2–214 of the Estates and Trusts Article, the inheritance tax does not apply to the receipt of property that passes from the decedent to or for the use of the domestic partner of the decedent.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(l)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(m)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(m) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(m)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this subsection the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(m)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Farming purposes” has the meaning stated in § 2032A(e)(5) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(m)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“Perpetual conservation easement” means an easement on real property that perpetually restricts the use of the real property to farming purposes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(m)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The inheritance tax does not apply to the receipt of real property that is subject to a perpetual conservation easement and passes from a decedent to or for the use of a niece or nephew of the decedent.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(m)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(m)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
The inheritance tax shall be recaptured as provided in this paragraph if the real property that is excluded under paragraph (2) of this subsection ceases to be used for farming purposes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(m)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
The amount of the inheritance tax imposed under this paragraph shall be the inheritance tax that would have been payable at the time of the decedent’s death but for the provisions under paragraph (2) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203(m)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-203 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–204
(a)
In this section, “clear value” means fair market value minus expenses.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-204(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The inheritance tax rate is 10% of the clear value of the property that passes from a decedent.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-204(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
If a decedent died on or before May 31, 1975, the rate of the inheritance tax is the rate in effect on the date of the decedent’s death.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-204(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-204 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–207
Except as provided in §§ 7-209 through 7-211 of this subtitle, the value of property that passes from a decedent is, for purposes of the inheritance tax, the appraised value of the property required to be stated in the inventory required to be filed under § 7-225 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-207 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–208
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-208(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If there is a formal administration of an estate, the court with jurisdiction to administer the estate shall determine, for purposes of the inheritance tax, the value of any concurrent absolute interest or less than absolute interest in property that passes from the decedent, that is listed in an account required under § 7-305 of the Estates and Trusts Article, and that is not valued in the manner required in §§ 7-209 through 7-211 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-208(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If the court approves an account required under § 7-305 of the Estates and Trusts Article, in which a concurrent absolute interest or less than absolute interest is valued:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-208(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
approval of the account is deemed to be court determination of the value of the concurrent absolute or less than absolute interest, for purposes of the inheritance tax; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-208(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a separate petition to the court or a separate judicial order is not needed to value the concurrent absolute interest or the less than absolute interest.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-208(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
If there is no formal administration of the estate, the register in the county where the inventory is filed shall determine, for purposes of the inheritance tax, any concurrent absolute interest or less than absolute interest in property that passes from a decedent.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-208(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-208 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–209
(a)
Except as otherwise provided by an instrument that creates a joint tenancy or by law, if, before death, a decedent had an absolute interest in property as a joint tenant, the value of the interest in the property that passes from the decedent is determined by dividing the value of the entire property by the number of joint tenants, including the decedent.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-209(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Except as otherwise provided by an instrument that creates a joint tenancy or law, if an absolute interest in property passes from a decedent to 2 or more persons as joint tenants, the value of the interest that passes to each joint tenant is determined by dividing the value of the absolute interest in the property by the number of joint tenants to whom the absolute interest in the property passes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-209(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-209(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If an absolute interest in property passes from a decedent to 2 or more persons as tenants by the entireties:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-209(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the value of the interest that passes to each tenant is determined by dividing the value of the entire value of the absolute interest in the property by the number of tenants to whom the absolute interest in the property passes; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-209(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the tenants by the entireties are jointly and severally liable for the entire inheritance tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-209(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
When property passes from a decedent to a husband and wife as tenants by the entireties and only 1 spouse is entitled to the exemption under § 7-203(b) of this subtitle, the exemption applies to 50% of the value of the property, and the inheritance tax applies to the other 50%.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-209(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-209(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A sole interest less than absolute shall be valued in accordance with the applicable regulations of the Internal Revenue Code that relate to the federal estate tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-209(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If the sole interest less than absolute depends on, or is measured by, the life of an individual whose life expectancy is shown to be less than average for the individual’s age because of poor health, the value of the sole interest less than absolute may be adjusted.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-209(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
If a less than absolute interest in property passes from the decedent to 2 or more persons concurrently, the value of the interest in the property that passes to each person is determined in accordance with the applicable regulations of the Internal Revenue Code that relate to the federal estate tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-209(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-209 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–210
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-210(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If an application to prepay inheritance tax for a subsequent interest in property is filed under § 7-219 of this subtitle, the value of the subsequent interest is determined by subtracting the value of all preceding and concurrent interests from the value of the whole property.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-210(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The total inheritance tax on all interests in the property valued shall equal the inheritance tax that would have been due if an absolute interest in the property passed from the decedent.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-210(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-210(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If a subsequent interest in property ultimately vests in possession in a person other than the person by or for whom an application to prepay the inheritance tax was filed under § 7-219 of this subtitle and if the inheritance tax determined under the prepayment application was paid:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-210(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the subsequent interest shall be revalued when it vests in possession; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-210(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the inheritance tax due on the subsequent interest shall be redetermined based on the value of the interest when it vests in possession and on the relationship of the original decedent to the person in whom the interest ultimately vests in possession.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-210(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A deduction from the inheritance tax calculated under paragraph (1)(ii) of this subsection for prepaid inheritance tax on the interest shall be allowed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-210(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-210(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If an application to prepay the inheritance tax for a subsequent interest is not filed in accordance with § 7-219 of this subtitle or if the inheritance tax determined for the subsequent interest under a prepayment application is not paid when due under § 7-217(d) of this subtitle:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-210(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the whole property shall be valued when the subsequent interest vests in possession;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-210(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the value of the subsequent interest shall be valued when it vests in possession in the manner stated in subsection (a) of this section; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-210(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
the inheritance tax due on the subsequent interest shall be determined based on the value of the interest when it vests in possession and on the relationship of the original decedent to the person in whom the interest ultimately vests in possession.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-210(c)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A deduction for inheritance tax previously paid on any interest in the property may not be allowed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-210(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-210(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If the inheritance tax applies to 1 or more of the persons by or for whom an application to prepay the inheritance tax is filed under § 7-219 of this subtitle and the exemption under § 7-203(b) of this subtitle applies to others, the inheritance tax applies to the subsequent interest.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-210(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-210(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
On application of a party in interest, the inheritance tax due may be apportioned among the persons by or for whom the application to prepay the inheritance tax is filed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-210(d)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
After the apportionment, each of those persons is responsible only for the amount of the inheritance tax apportioned to that person.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-210(d)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-210 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–211
(a)
The person responsible for paying the inheritance tax may elect to value real property, for purposes of the inheritance tax:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-211(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
at its most recent real property assessment plus any inflation allowance if, for the 5 years immediately before the date of the death of the decedent, the real property qualifies under § 8-209 or § 8-211 of the Tax - Property Article as farmland or woodland; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-211(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
based on its actual use on the date of the decedent’s death if the real property qualifies as National Register property by a listing in the National Register of Historic Places, whether as a separate property or as a part of a listed district.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-211(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-211(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
To elect a valuation under subsection (a) of this section, the person responsible for paying the inheritance tax shall file with the register a statement that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-211(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
contains a written election of a valuation under subsection (a) of this section, in the form and manner that the Comptroller requires; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-211(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
describes the qualifying real property in reasonable detail, including its fair market value.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-211(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The statement shall be filed:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-211(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
with the administration account that affects the distribution of the qualifying real property; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-211(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
if the qualifying real property is not subject to formal administration, with the report or inventory required under § 7-224 or § 7-225(c) or (d) of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-211(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-211 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–214
(a)
The register in the county where the court that administers an estate is located shall determine the inheritance tax that is due on any interest in property included in the estate when the personal representative of the decedent accounts for the distribution of the property.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-214(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
If there is no formal administration of an estate, the register in the county where the inventory required under § 7-225(c), (d), or (e) of this subtitle is to be filed shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-214(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
determine the inheritance tax that is due on any interest in property that passes from a decedent:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-214(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
when the inventory is filed; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-214(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
if the inventory is not filed, when the appraisal is filed by the appraisers appointed under § 7-231 of this subtitle; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-214(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
send a tax bill for the inheritance tax due to each person responsible for paying the tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-214(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The register of the county where the inventory required under § 7-225 of this subtitle is filed shall determine the inheritance tax due on a subsequent interest in property that passes from a decedent.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-214(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-214 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–215
The person responsible under § 7-216 of this subtitle for paying the inheritance tax shall pay it to the register who determines the inheritance tax under § 7-214 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-215 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–216
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-216(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as otherwise provided in this section, the inheritance tax on property that passes from a decedent shall be paid, before it is distributed, by the person who distributes the property.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-216(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The person who distributes property that passes from a decedent is liable for the inheritance tax on the property distributed until the tax is paid.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-216(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
Unless a decedent specified a source for paying the inheritance tax and there is sufficient money from that source, the court may order sale of property to pay the inheritance tax on the property.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-216(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The inheritance tax on property that passes from a decedent shall be paid by the recipient if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-216(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the person who distributes the property does not pay the tax as required by subsection (a) of this section; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-216(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the property passes from the decedent to the recipient without distribution.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-216(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
If the property that passes from a decedent is a subsequent interest, the inheritance tax on the property shall be paid:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-216(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
by the person by or for whom a prepayment application is made under § 7-219 of this subtitle; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-216(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
if the inheritance tax is not prepaid on the subsequent interest, by the person in whom the property or subsequent interest ultimately vests.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-216(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
If property valued or exempt under § 7-211 of this subtitle is disqualified for the special valuation or exemption under § 7-221 of this subtitle, the person who owns the property when the disqualifying event occurs shall pay any additional inheritance tax determined under § 7-221 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-216(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-216 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–217
(a)
Except as provided in § 7-218 of this subtitle and subsections (d), (e), and (f) of this section, if an estate is administered subject to the jurisdiction of a court, the person responsible for paying the inheritance tax shall pay the tax when the register determines the amount due, at the time that the representative accounts for the distribution of property of the estate.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-217(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Except as provided in § 7-218 of this subtitle and subsections (d), (e), and (f) of this section, if an estate is administered under modified administration, the person responsible for paying the inheritance tax shall pay the tax when the personal representative files the final report under modified administration.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-217(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
Except as provided in § 7-218 of this subtitle and subsections (d), (e), and (f) of this section, if there is no formal administration subject to the jurisdiction of a court for property that passes from a decedent, the person responsible for paying the inheritance tax shall pay the tax when the register determines the amount due.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-217(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
Except as provided by subsection (e) of this section, if an interest in property is valued under § 7-209(d) or (e) or § 7-210 of this subtitle, the person responsible for paying the inheritance tax shall pay the tax within 30 days after the determination of the inheritance tax due on the interest.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-217(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
If the inheritance tax on a subsequent interest in property is not prepaid, the person responsible for paying the tax shall pay the tax when the interest vests in possession.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-217(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
If additional inheritance tax becomes due under § 7-221 of this subtitle, the person responsible for paying the tax shall pay the tax when the disqualifying event occurs.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-217(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-217 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–218
(a)
In this section, “small business” means a firm that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-218(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
is independently owned and operated;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-218(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
is not a subsidiary of another firm;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-218(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
is not dominant in its field of operation; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-218(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
in its most recently completed fiscal year, did not employ in its operations more than 25 individuals.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-218(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
On application of a person responsible for paying the inheritance tax and subject to § 13-601 of this article, the Comptroller may allow an alternative payment schedule for the inheritance tax, not exceeding a 5-year period, if payment of the tax on the due date would require the sale of a small business or any interest in a small business that passes from a decedent.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-218(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A person may apply for an alternative payment schedule by filing with the Comptroller an application on the form and in the manner that the Comptroller requires.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-218(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
The payment schedule may be in the form of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-218(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a payment deferral; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-218(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
an installment payment plan.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-218(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-218(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
For each alternative payment schedule allowed under subsection (b) of this section, the Comptroller shall specify the procedures and guidelines, including:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-218(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
conditions of eligibility; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-218(e)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-218(e)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
amount and duration of any payment deferral; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-218(e)(1)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
amount of and scheduled time for any installment payments.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-218(e)(1)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If the Comptroller denies an application for an alternative payment schedule, the Comptroller shall mail a notice of the denial to the applicant.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-218(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
For each alternative payment schedule allowed under subsection (b) of this section, the Comptroller shall give the appropriate register notice of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-218(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the grant;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-218(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the procedures and guidelines specified under subsection (e)(1) of this section; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-218(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
the responsibilities of the register for receipt of payments.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-218(f)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
If an alternative payment schedule is allowed under subsection (b) of this section, the person responsible for paying the inheritance tax shall pay the tax in accordance with the schedule.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-218(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
The Comptroller shall adopt procedures to provide notice about the availability of alternative payment schedules under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-218(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-218 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–219
(a)
Within a reasonable time after the valuation of a less than absolute interest in property that passes from a decedent, an application to prepay the inheritance tax for a subsequent interest in the same property may be filed with the register of the county where the information report was filed under § 7–224 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-219(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-219(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
An application under subsection (a) of this section may be filed by or for a person or class of persons, whether or not then in being, in whom may vest a subsequent interest in the property valued.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-219(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
An application under subsection (a) of this section may not be made by or for a person who, under the instrument that created the property interests, has no interest other than the possibility of becoming an appointee by the exercise of a power of appointment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-219(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
A person who only has the interest described in paragraph (2) of this subsection is entitled to receive the benefits of prepayment under § 7–210(b) of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-219(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-219 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–220
(a)
Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, if the total inheritance tax determined on all interests in property is paid when due and equals the inheritance tax that would have been due if an absolute interest in the property passed from the decedent, additional inheritance tax is not due because of a subsequent invasion of the corpus by or for any person under the terms of the instrument that created the property interests.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-220(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-220(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If the tax rate applicable to the person invading the corpus exceeds the tax rate already paid on the property, additional inheritance tax shall be due on the property withdrawn.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-220(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The amount of additional inheritance tax due under paragraph (1) of this subsection is the difference between the inheritance tax that was paid on the property and the inheritance tax that would have been due on the property if determined at the higher rate.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-220(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-220 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–221
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-221(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If within 15 years after the date of a decedent’s death, property valued under § 7-211 of this subtitle is disqualified for the special valuation, additional inheritance tax is due in the amount of the difference between the inheritance tax paid and the inheritance tax that would have been paid if the election under § 7-211 of this subtitle had not been made.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-221(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Property is disqualified for the special valuation under § 7-211 of this subtitle, if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-221(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the property qualified for valuation as National Register property and is removed from the National Register of Historic Places; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-221(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the property qualified for valuation as farmland or woodland and ceases to qualify for farmland or woodland assessment under § 8-209 or § 8-211 of the Tax - Property Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-221(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The Department or the Maryland Historical Trust shall report to the Comptroller and the register any event that causes property to be disqualified for special valuation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-221(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-221(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The property owner may submit to the appropriate register an application for a certificate that a disqualifying event has not occurred before a date that is stated in the certificate.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-221(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The application shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-221(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
be made on the form and in the manner that the Comptroller requires; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-221(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
include appropriate certifications of the property owner.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-221(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-221(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
After receiving the application, the register shall inquire about the property with:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-221(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the Department, for farmland or woodland property; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-221(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the Maryland Historical Trust, for property listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-221(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Department or Maryland Historical Trust shall report to the register about the property.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-221(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
If, based on the certifications of the property owner and the report under subsection (c)(2) of this section, the register determines that a disqualifying event has not occurred, the register shall issue a certificate of nondisqualification, on the form and in the manner that the Comptroller determines.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-221(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
The date stated in a certificate of nondisqualification shall be:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-221(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
on or after the application date; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-221(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
as close as possible to the date on which the certificate is issued.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-221(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
A grantee of the property and the successors or assigns of the grantee may rely conclusively on the certificate issued under subsection (d) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-221(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-221 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–224
(a)
Within 3 months after the grant of letters of administration, a personal representative shall prepare and file with the register who issued the letters a written report that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-224(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
is made under oath;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-224(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
lists the property as defined in § 7-201(d)(1)(ii) and (iii) of this subtitle that passes from a decedent; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-224(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
if appropriate, states that the personal representative does not have knowledge of any property or transfer of property required by item (2) of this subsection to be reported.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-224(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
If, after filing the report required by subsection (a) of this section, the personal representative discovers an omission from the report, the personal representative immediately shall report the omitted property to the register.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-224(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-224 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–225
(a)
A person required to file an inventory shall have the property appraised in the manner provided in Title 7, Subtitle 2 of the Estates and Trusts Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-225(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Each personal representative shall file the inventory required by § 7-201 of the Estates and Trusts Article with the register within 3 months after appointment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-225(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
If there is no formal administration of an estate, each person other than a personal representative who distributes property that passes from the decedent shall file the inventory required by § 7-201 of the Estates and Trusts Article, within 3 months after the death of the decedent and before distributing the property:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-225(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
for personal property, with the register in the county where the decedent resided at the time of death; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-225(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
for real property, with the register in the county where the real property is located.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-225(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
If there is no formal administration of an estate, each person who receives property that passes from a decedent without distribution shall file the inventory required by § 7-201 of the Estates and Trusts Article, within 3 months after the death of the decedent:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-225(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
for personal property, with the register in the county where the decedent resided at the time of death; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-225(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
for real property, with the register in the county where the real property is located.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-225(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
A foreign personal representative who administers an estate with property that is located in this State and subject to the inheritance tax shall file with the register of the county where the foreign personal representative believes the largest part, in value, of the property is located:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-225(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a copy of the appointment as personal representative;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-225(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a copy of the will of the decedent, if any, authenticated in accordance with 28 U.S.C. § 1738; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-225(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
an inventory of all of the property that the estate owns in this State that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-225(e)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
is made under oath;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-225(e)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
describes each item in reasonable detail; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-225(e)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
indicates the fair market value of each item and the basis on which the value is determined.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-225(e)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-225 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–228
(a)
For an estate of a nonresident decedent, if the death taxes and interest and penalties on the death taxes due to a domiciliary state or a political subdivision of a domiciliary state are not paid or secured, the unit responsible for collecting the death taxes in the domiciliary state or subdivision may petition and receive from the court in this State that granted letters of administration for the estate an order for:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-228(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
an accounting of the property in this State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-228(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
payment of the death taxes and interest and penalties on the death taxes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-228(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The personal representative of an estate of a nonresident decedent is not entitled to approval for a final accounting or discharge until the personal representative files with the court that granted letters of administration for the estate:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-228(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
proof that all death taxes and the interest and penalties on the death taxes have been paid to or secured for the domiciliary taxing authorities; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-228(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the consent of the domiciliary taxing authorities to the final accounting or discharge.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-228(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
This section and § 7-231(e) of this subtitle shall be construed liberally to ensure that the domiciliary state of a nonresident decedent receives the death taxes and the interest and penalty on the death taxes due to that state from the estate of the decedent.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-228(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-228 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–231
(a)
In addition to the duties set forth elsewhere in this subtitle and the Estates and Trusts Article, the register has the duties set forth in this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-231(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
If an inventory is not filed as required by § 7-225(c), (d), or (e) of this subtitle, the register of the county where the inventory should have been filed shall apply to the appropriate court for the appointment of at least 2 appraisers to value the property for which an inventory should have been filed and that comes to the attention of the register.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-231(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-231(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If an election is made for the special valuation of property under § 7-211 of this subtitle, the register shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-231(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
give the Department notice of the election; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-231(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
cause a notice of inchoate lien to be recorded in the land records of the county where the land is located.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-231(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The notice of inchoate lien shall include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-231(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the date of death of the decedent; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-231(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
on the basis of the fair market value of the property, the difference between the inheritance tax on the value elected under § 7-211 of this subtitle and the inheritance tax that would otherwise be payable.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-231(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The notice shall be indexed:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-231(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
in the name of the register as grantee and in the name of the distributee of the qualifying property as the surviving joint tenant or in the name of the person responsible for paying the inheritance tax as grantor; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-231(c)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
in the block records, if maintained.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-231(c)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
When the additional inheritance tax that is due is paid, the register shall record a release of the lien in the land records of the county where the land is located.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-231(c)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-231(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The register shall give a receipt to each person who pays inheritance tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-231(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The receipt discharges the person from liability for the amount of the inheritance tax that is paid.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-231(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
For an estate of a nonresident decedent, the register shall cooperate with the domiciliary taxing authorities and give them any information requested about the estate.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-231(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-231 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–232
Each register shall certify to the Comptroller the amount of inheritance tax paid for each decedent for whom a Maryland estate tax return is filed with the register or for whom the register receives a request for the certification from:
(1)
the Comptroller;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-232(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the personal representative of the decedent’s estate; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-232(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
any person required to file a Maryland estate tax return with regard to property passing from the decedent.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-232(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-232 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–233
(a)
Each month, each register shall pay into the State Treasury an amount equal to the inheritance tax collected in the preceding month, less the commission allowed in subsection (b) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-233(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A register is allowed a 25% commission on the inheritance tax collected.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-233(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
Each month, each register shall file with the Comptroller an inheritance tax collection report on the form that the Comptroller requires.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-233(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
If an inheritance tax claim for refund under § 13-901 of this article is allowed, the register making the determination shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-233(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
certify the amount to the Comptroller for payment; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-233(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
if authorized by the Comptroller under § 2-702 of this article, pay the refund from money that the register has collected under this subtitle but not paid into the State Treasury.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-233(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-233 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–234
(a)
If a register fails to account for and remit money as required under § 7-233 of this subtitle, then 30 days after the failure, the Comptroller shall notify the Attorney General to put the register’s bond in suit for the use of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-234(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
In a suit under this section, the State shall recover:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-234(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the amount that seems to be due; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-234(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
interest, at the rate of 10% a year, from the date that the amount was payable.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-234(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-234(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A recovery under subsection (b) of this section is evidence of misbehavior.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-234(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If a register is convicted of misbehavior for failure to account for and remit money as required under § 7-233 of this subtitle, the register shall be removed from office.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-234(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
If a register fails to account for or remit money as required under § 7-233 of this subtitle, the register shall forfeit the commission to which the register otherwise would be entitled.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-234(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-234 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–301
(a)
In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-301(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
“Estate” means the federal gross estate of a decedent, as determined by Subtitle B of the Internal Revenue Code, as increased by any property not otherwise included in the federal gross estate that is deemed to be included pursuant to § 7-309(b)(6) of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-301(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
“Federal estate tax” means the tax imposed by Chapter 11 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-301(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
“Maryland estate” means the part of an estate that this State has the power to subject to the Maryland estate tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-301(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-301 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–302
Except as provided in § 7-303 of this subtitle, a tax is imposed on the transfer of the Maryland estate of each decedent who, at the time of death, was:
(1)
a resident of this State; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-302(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a nonresident of this State whose estate includes any interest in:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-302(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
real property permanently located in this State; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-302(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
tangible personal property that has a taxable situs in this State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-302(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-302 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–303
(a)
Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, the Maryland estate tax does not apply to the transfer of personal property in an estate of a nonresident decedent, if, at the time of death, the decedent is a resident of a state or foreign country whose law, when the personal property is transferred:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-303(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
does not impose death taxes on the transfer of similar personal property of a resident of this State; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-303(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
contains a reciprocal exemption from death taxes similar to the exemption allowed under this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-303(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The exemption under subsection (a) of this section does not include a transfer of tangible personal property that has a taxable situs in this State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-303(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-303 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–304
(a)
Subject to § 7-309 of this subtitle, in this section, “federal credit” means the maximum credit for death taxes paid to any state that is allowable under § 2011 of the Internal Revenue Code against the federal estate tax of a decedent as reduced by the proportion that the amount of the estate not included in the Maryland estate bears to the amount of the entire estate of the decedent.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-304(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-304(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, the Maryland estate tax is the amount, if any, by which the federal credit exceeds the total of death taxes other than the Maryland estate tax that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-304(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
are imposed by a state on property included in the Maryland estate;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-304(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
are allowable in computing the federal credit; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-304(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
except as provided in § 13-906 of this article, have actually been paid out of the Maryland estate and received by the appropriate unit of this State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-304(b)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Subject to § 7-309 of this subtitle, the Maryland estate tax may not exceed the amount whose timely payment in accordance with federal law would reduce the amount of the federal estate tax payable out of the Maryland estate had this subtitle not been enacted.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-304(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The Maryland estate tax is not affected by a failure to take or preserve the federal credit.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-304(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-304 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–305
(a)
If a federal estate tax return is required to be filed, the person responsible for filing the federal estate tax return shall complete, under oath, and file a Maryland estate tax return with the Comptroller 9 months after the date of the death of a decedent.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-305(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
If a federal estate tax return is not required to be filed but a federal estate tax return would be required to be filed if the applicable exclusion amount under § 2010(c) of the Internal Revenue Code were no greater than the applicable exclusion amount specified under § 7–309(b) of this subtitle, the person who would be responsible for filing the federal estate tax return shall complete, under oath, and file a Maryland estate tax return with the Comptroller 9 months after the date of the death of the decedent.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-305(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-305(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If a person files a Maryland estate tax return solely for the purpose of making the election under § 7–309(b) of this subtitle to allow a surviving spouse to take into account the deceased spousal unused exclusion amount, the person shall file the Maryland estate tax return within the time period prescribed for making an election on a federal estate tax return to allow a surviving spouse to take into account the deceased spousal unused exclusion amount.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-305(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Comptroller shall adopt regulations necessary to ensure that the time period for making the election under § 7–309(b) of this subtitle on a Maryland estate tax return is identical to that for a similarly situated federal estate tax return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-305(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-305(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
After a person files a Maryland estate tax return, the person shall file an amended Maryland estate tax return with the Comptroller if the Maryland estate tax liability is increased because of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-305(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a change in the federal gross estate, federal taxable estate, federal estate tax, or other change as determined under the Internal Revenue Code;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-305(d)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
after–discovered property;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-305(d)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a correction to the value of previously reported property;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-305(d)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
a correction to the amount of previously claimed deductions; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-305(d)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
any other correction to a previously filed return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-305(d)(1)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-305(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
The amended return shall be filed within 90 days after the later to occur of the date of the event that caused the increase in the Maryland estate tax liability or the date on which the person required to file an amended Maryland estate tax return learned or reasonably should have learned of the increase in the Maryland estate tax liability.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-305(d)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
On request, each register shall certify to the Comptroller the amount of inheritance tax paid for each decedent for whom an amended Maryland estate tax return is filed with the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-305(d)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-305 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–305.1
(a)
This section does not apply to an amended estate tax return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-305.1(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-305.1(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Subject to § 13-601 of this article, the Comptroller may extend the time to file an estate tax return up to 6 months, or if the person required to file the estate tax return is out of the United States, up to 1 year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-305.1(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
An estate that is afforded a later due date for filing the federal estate tax return under the Internal Revenue Code shall be afforded the same later due date for filing the Maryland estate tax return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-305.1(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
A request for an extension of time to file the Maryland estate tax return shall be filed on a form prescribed by the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-305.1(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-305.1 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–306
(a)
Except as provided in § 7–307 of this subtitle, the person responsible for filing the Maryland estate tax return under § 7–305 of this subtitle shall pay the Maryland estate tax to the Comptroller no later than 9 months after the date of the death of the decedent.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-306(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
An extension of time to file the Maryland estate tax return granted by the Comptroller under § 7–305.1 of this subtitle does not extend the time for remitting the Maryland estate tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-306(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
If an amended Maryland estate tax return is filed pursuant to § 7–305(d) of this subtitle, the person responsible for filing the amended Maryland estate tax return shall pay the additional Maryland estate tax developed on the amended Maryland estate tax return to the Comptroller when the amended Maryland estate tax return is filed with the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-306(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-306 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–307
(a)
On application of the person responsible for paying the Maryland estate tax and subject to § 13–601 of this article, the Comptroller may allow an alternative payment schedule for the Maryland estate tax, notwithstanding any payment extension under § 6166 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-307(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The payment schedule may be in the form of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-307(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a payment deferral; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-307(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
an installment payment plan.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-307(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-307(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
For each alternative payment schedule allowed under subsection (a) of this section, the Comptroller shall specify the procedures and guidelines, including:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-307(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
conditions of eligibility; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-307(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-307(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
amount and duration of any payment deferral; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-307(c)(1)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
amount of and scheduled time for any installment payments.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-307(c)(1)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If the Comptroller denies an application for an alternative payment schedule, the Comptroller shall mail a notice of the denial to the applicant.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-307(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-307(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If an alternative payment schedule is allowed under subsection (a) of this section, the person responsible for filing the Maryland estate tax return under § 7–305 of this subtitle shall pay the tax in accordance with the schedule.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-307(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If the Maryland estate tax is paid in accordance with an alternative payment schedule allowed under subsection (a) of this section, a penalty for the late payment of the tax may not be assessed under § 13–701 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-307(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-307 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–308
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-308(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-308(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Fiduciary” means a personal representative or trustee.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-308(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Person” includes any government, political subdivision, or governmental unit.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-308(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
“Person interested in the estate” means any person who is entitled to receive or has received, from a decedent while alive or by reason of the death of a decedent, any property or interest in property included in the taxable estate of the decedent.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-308(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
“Tax” means the federal estate tax and the Maryland estate tax and interest and penalties imposed in addition to the taxes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-308(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-308(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The tax shall be apportioned among all persons interested in the estate. Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, the apportionment shall be made in the proportion that the value of the interest of each person interested in the estate bears to the total value of the interests of all persons interested in the estate. The values used in determining the tax shall be used for that purpose.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-308(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-308(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
If any part of the estate consists of property the value of which is deemed includible in the estate under § 7-309(b)(6) of this subtitle, the amount of Maryland estate tax apportioned to the person or persons receiving that property shall be the amount by which the total tax under this subtitle that has been paid exceeds the total tax under this subtitle that would have been payable if the value of that property had not been deemed includible in the estate.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-308(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
Any tax apportioned under this paragraph shall be apportioned among all persons receiving that property in the proportion that the value of the property received by each person bears to the total value of all such property.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-308(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-308(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The court shall determine the apportionment of the tax. If there are no administration proceedings, the court of the county where the decedent was domiciled at death shall determine the apportionment of the tax on the application of the person required to pay the tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-308(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If the court finds that it is inequitable to apportion interest and penalties as provided in this section because of special circumstances, the court may direct apportionment in the manner that it finds equitable.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-308(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The expenses reasonably incurred by any fiduciary and by any other person interested in the estate in connection with the determination of the amount and apportionment of the tax shall be apportioned as provided in subsection (b) of this section and charged and collected as a part of the tax apportioned. If the court finds that it is inequitable to apportion the expenses as provided in subsection (b) of this section, the court may direct an equitable apportionment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-308(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
If the court finds that the assessment of penalties and interest assessed in relation to the tax is due to delay caused by the negligence of the fiduciary, the court may charge the fiduciary with the amount of the assessed penalties and interest.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-308(c)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
In any suit or judicial proceeding to recover from any person interested in the estate the amount of the tax apportioned to the person in accordance with this section, the determination of the court is prima facie correct.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-308(c)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-308(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The fiduciary or other person required to pay the tax may withhold, from any property of the decedent that is in the possession of the person and is distributable to any person interested in the estate, the amount of tax attributable to that person’s interest. If the property in the possession of the fiduciary or other person required to pay the tax and distributable to any person interested in the estate is insufficient to satisfy the proportionate amount of the tax determined to be due from the person, the fiduciary or other person required to pay the tax may recover the deficiency from the person interested in the estate. If the property is not in the possession of the fiduciary or other person required to pay the tax, the person may recover from any person interested in the estate the amount of the tax apportioned to that person in accordance with this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-308(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If property held by the fiduciary or other person required to pay the tax is distributed before the final apportionment of the tax, the person may require the distributee to provide a bond or other security for the apportionment liability in the form and amount required by the fiduciary or other person, with the approval of the court.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-308(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
If the fiduciary or other person required to pay the tax transfers any property included in the estate to another person, other than a bona fide purchaser for value, the transferee is jointly and severally liable with the transferor for the amount of tax apportioned to the transferor under this section, less the value, at the time of the transfer, of any consideration given by the transferee for the property.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-308(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-308(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In making an apportionment, allowances shall be made for any exemptions granted and for any deductions and credits allowed by the law imposing the tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-308(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Any exemption or reduction allowed by reason of the relationship of any person to the decedent or by reason of the purposes of the gift inures to the benefit of the person bearing that relationship or receiving the gift. If an interest is subject to a prior present interest that is not allowable as a deduction, the tax apportionable against the present interest shall be paid from principal.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-308(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
Any credit for property previously taxed, any credit for state death taxes, and any credit for gift taxes or death taxes of a foreign country inure to the proportionate benefit of all persons liable to apportionment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-308(e)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
To the extent that property passing to or in trust for a surviving spouse or any charitable, public or similar gift or bequest is not an allowable deduction for purposes of the tax solely by reason of an inheritance tax or other death taxes imposed on and deductible from the property, the property is not included in the computation for which this section provides and, to that extent, an apportionment may not be made against the property. This paragraph does not apply if the result deprives the estate of a deduction otherwise allowable under § 2053 (d) of the Internal Revenue Code, relating to deduction for state death taxes on transfers for public, charitable or religious uses.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-308(e)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
An interest in income, an estate for years, an estate for life, or any other temporary interest in any property or money is not subject to apportionment between the temporary interest and the remainder. The tax on the temporary interest and the tax, if any, on the remainder is chargeable against the corpus of the property or money subject to the temporary interest and remainder.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-308(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
The fiduciary or other person required to pay the tax need not institute any suit or proceeding to recover from any person interested in the estate the amount of the tax apportioned to that person until the expiration of the 6 months next following the payment of any tax. If the fiduciary or other person required to pay the tax cannot collect from any person interested in the estate the amount of tax apportioned to the person, the amount not recoverable shall be equitably apportioned among the other persons interested in the estate who are subject to apportionment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-308(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
Subject to this subsection, a fiduciary acting in another state or a person required to pay the tax who is resident in another state may institute an action in a court of this State and may recover a proportionate amount of the federal estate tax or an estate tax payable to another state or of a death duty due by an estate to another state from a person interested in the estate who either is resident in this State or owns property in this State subject to attachment or execution. For the purpose of the action, the determination of apportionment by the court having jurisdiction of the administration of the estate in the other state is prima facie correct. This subsection applies only if the state in which the determination of apportionment was made affords a substantially similar remedy.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-308(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
The provisions of this section that are uniform with statutes enacted in other states shall be construed to make uniform the laws of those states that enact the uniform provisions.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-308(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(j)
This section may be cited as the “Maryland Uniform Estate Tax Apportionment Act”.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-308(j) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(k)
Except as otherwise provided in the will or other controlling instrument, this section applies to the apportionment of, and contribution to, the federal and Maryland estate taxes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-308(k) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-308 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–309
(a)
Notwithstanding an Act of Congress that repeals or reduces the federal credit under § 2011 of the Internal Revenue Code, the provisions of this subtitle in effect before the passage of the Act of Congress shall apply with respect to a decedent who dies after the effective date of the Act of Congress so as to continue the Maryland estate tax in force without reduction in the same manner as if the federal credit had not been repealed or reduced.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraphs (2) through (9) of this subsection and subsection (c) of this section, after the effective date of an Act of Congress described in subsection (a) of this section, the Maryland estate tax shall be determined using:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the federal credit allowable by § 2011 of the Internal Revenue Code as in effect before the reduction or repeal of the federal credit pursuant to the Act of Congress; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
other provisions of federal estate tax law as in effect on the date of the decedent’s death.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Except as provided in paragraphs (3) through (9) of this subsection and subsection (c) of this section, if the federal estate tax is not in effect on the date of the decedent’s death, the Maryland estate tax shall be determined using:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the federal credit allowable by § 2011 of the Internal Revenue Code as in effect before the reduction or repeal of the federal credit pursuant to the Act of Congress; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
other provisions of federal estate tax law as in effect on the date immediately preceding the effective date of the repeal of the federal estate tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Notwithstanding any increase in the unified credit allowed against the federal estate tax for decedents dying after 2003, the unified credit used for determining the Maryland estate tax for a decedent may not exceed the applicable credit amount corresponding to an applicable exclusion amount, within the meaning of § 2010(c) of the Internal Revenue Code, of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
$1,000,000 for a decedent dying before January 1, 2015;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(3)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
$1,500,000 for a decedent dying on or after January 1, 2015, but before January 1, 2016;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(3)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
$2,000,000 for a decedent dying on or after January 1, 2016, but before January 1, 2017;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(3)(i)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
$3,000,000 for a decedent dying on or after January 1, 2017, but before January 1, 2018;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(3)(i)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5.)
$4,000,000 for a decedent dying on or after January 1, 2018, but before January 1, 2019; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(3)(i)(5.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6.)
$5,000,000 for a decedent dying on or after January 1, 2019, plus any deceased spousal unused exclusion amount calculated in accordance with paragraph (9) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(3)(i)(6.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
The Maryland estate tax shall be determined without regard to any deduction for State death taxes allowed under § 2058 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
Unless the federal credit allowable by § 2011 of the Internal Revenue Code is in effect on the date of the decedent’s death, the federal credit used to determine the Maryland estate tax may not exceed 16% of the amount by which the decedent’s taxable estate, as defined in § 2051 of the Internal Revenue Code, exceeds:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
$1,000,000 for a decedent dying before January 1, 2015;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(3)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
$1,500,000 for a decedent dying on or after January 1, 2015, but before January 1, 2016;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(3)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
$2,000,000 for a decedent dying on or after January 1, 2016, but before January 1, 2017;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(3)(iii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
$3,000,000 for a decedent dying on or after January 1, 2017, but before January 1, 2018;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(3)(iii)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5.)
$4,000,000 for a decedent dying on or after January 1, 2018, but before January 1, 2019; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(3)(iii)(5.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6.)
$5,000,000 for a decedent dying on or after January 1, 2019, plus any deceased spousal unused exclusion amount calculated in accordance with paragraph (9) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(3)(iii)(6.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
With regard to an election to value property as provided in § 2032 of the Internal Revenue Code, if a federal estate tax return is not required to be filed:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
an irrevocable election made on a timely filed Maryland estate tax return shall be deemed to be an election as required by § 2032(d) of the Internal Revenue Code;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(4)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the provisions of § 2032(c) of the Internal Revenue Code do not apply; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(4)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
an election may not be made under item 1 of this subparagraph unless that election will decrease:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(4)(i)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
the value of the gross estate; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(4)(i)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
the Maryland estate tax due with regard to the transfer of a decedent’s Maryland estate.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(4)(i)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
An election to value property as provided in § 2032 of the Internal Revenue Code for Maryland estate tax purposes must be the same as the election made for federal estate tax purposes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
With regard to an election to treat property as marital deduction qualified terminable interest property in calculating the Maryland estate tax, an irrevocable election made on a timely filed Maryland estate tax return shall be deemed to be an election as required by § 2056(b)(7)(B)(i), (iii), and (v) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(5)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
An election under this paragraph made on a timely filed Maryland estate tax return shall be recognized for purposes of calculating the Maryland estate tax even if an inconsistent election is made for the same decedent for federal estate tax purposes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(5)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
For purposes of calculating Maryland estate tax, a decedent shall be deemed to have had a qualifying income interest for life under § 2044(a) of the Internal Revenue Code with regard to any property for which a marital deduction qualified terminable interest property election was made for the decedent’s predeceased spouse on a timely filed Maryland estate tax return under paragraph (5) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(6)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
For the purpose of apportioning Maryland estate tax under § 7–308 of this subtitle, any property as to which a decedent is deemed to have had a qualifying income interest for life under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph shall be deemed to be included in both the estate and the taxable estate of the decedent.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(6)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
For purposes of calculating Maryland estate tax, amounts allowable under § 2053 or § 2054 of the Internal Revenue Code as a deduction in computing the taxable estate of a decedent may not be allowed as a deduction or as an offset against the sales price of property in determining gain or loss if the amount has been allowed as a deduction in computing the federal taxable income of the estate or of any other person.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(8)
Notwithstanding any contrary definition of “marriage” and “spouse” under any applicable provision of federal law, for purposes of calculating Maryland estate tax under this subsection, the surviving “spouse” of a decedent shall include any individual to whom, at the time of the decedent’s death, the decedent was lawfully married as determined under the laws of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(8) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(9)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(9) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this paragraph, “deceased spousal unused exclusion amount” means the applicable exclusion amount in effect at the time of the death of the last predeceased spouse of the decedent under paragraph (3) of this subsection reduced by the taxable estate of the last predeceased spouse:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(9)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
as reported on a Maryland estate tax return filed with the Comptroller; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(9)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
as reported on a federal estate tax return, if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(9)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
the last predeceased spouse was not a Maryland resident and no property with a Maryland estate tax situs was includible in the gross estate of the last predeceased spouse; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(9)(i)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
the last predeceased spouse died before January 1, 2019, and no Maryland estate tax return was required to be filed with respect to the predeceased spouse’s estate.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(9)(i)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
The deceased spousal unused exclusion amount may not be taken into account under paragraph (3) of this subsection unless:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(9)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
if the last predeceased spouse died on or after January 1, 2019, a Maryland estate tax return is timely filed for the last predeceased spouse, on which the deceased spousal unused exclusion amount is calculated and an irrevocable election is made that the deceased spousal unused exclusion amount may be taken into account; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(9)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
if the last predeceased spouse died before January 1, 2019, or was not a Maryland resident and no property with a Maryland estate tax situs was includible in the gross estate of the last predeceased spouse, an election was made under § 2010(c) of the Internal Revenue Code on the federal estate tax return of the last predeceased spouse.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(9)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(9)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
Notwithstanding any other provision of this article, the Comptroller may examine a Maryland estate tax return of a predeceased spouse after the time for assessing a tax under this title has expired under § 13–1101 of this article solely for the purposes of determining the validity of the deceased spousal unused exclusion election and the amount to be taken into account under paragraph (3) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(9)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
This subparagraph may not be construed to authorize the assessment of any additional tax with respect to the predeceased spouse’s Maryland estate tax return if the period of limitation under § 13–1101 of this article has expired.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(b)(9)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this subsection the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Farming purposes” has the meaning stated in § 2032A(e)(5) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“Qualified agricultural property” means real or personal property that is used primarily for farming purposes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(c)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
“Qualified recipient” means an individual who enters into an agreement to use qualified agricultural property for farming purposes after the decedent’s death.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(c)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Maryland estate tax shall be determined by excluding from the value of the gross estate up to $5,000,000 of the value of qualified agricultural property that passes from the decedent to or for the use of a qualified recipient.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
If the value of qualified agricultural property that passes from the decedent to or for the use of a qualified recipient exceeds $5,000,000, the Maryland estate tax imposed on the Maryland estate of the decedent may not exceed the sum of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
16% of the amount by which the decedent’s taxable estate, excluding the value of all qualified agricultural property that passes from the decedent to or for the use of a qualified recipient, exceeds the applicable exclusion amount specified under subsection (b) of this section; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(c)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
5% of the amount by which the value of qualified agricultural property that passes from the decedent to or for the use of a qualified recipient exceeds $5,000,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(c)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(c)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
The Maryland estate tax shall be recaptured as provided in this paragraph if, within 10 years after the decedent’s death, the qualified agricultural property ceases to be used for farming purposes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(c)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
The amount of the estate tax imposed under this paragraph shall be the additional Maryland estate tax that would have been payable at the time of the decedent’s death but for the provisions under paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(c)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
The Comptroller shall adopt regulations to implement this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309(c)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-309 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–401
(a)
In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-401(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
“Federal credit” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-401(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the maximum allowable credit for State taxes under § 2604 of the Internal Revenue Code against the federal generation-skipping transfer tax; less
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-401(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the amount that bears the same ratio to the maximum allowable credit as the value of the generation-skipping transfer taxable by all other states bears to the total value of the generation-skipping transfer.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-401(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
“Federal generation-skipping transfer tax” means the tax imposed by § 2601 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-401(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
“Generation-skipping transfer” means a transfer subject to the federal generation-skipping transfer tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-401(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
“Original transferor” means an individual who makes a transfer of property that results in the imposition of the federal generation-skipping transfer tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-401(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-401 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–402
(a)
Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, a tax is imposed on a generation-skipping transfer that occurs at the same time and as a result of the death of an individual, if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-402(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the original transferor was a resident of this State on the date of the original transfer; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-402(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-402(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the original transferor was not a resident of this State on the date of the original transfer; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-402(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the generation-skipping transfer includes property having a situs in this State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-402(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The Maryland generation-skipping transfer tax does not apply to a direct skip, as defined under § 2612 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-402(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-402 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–403
The Maryland generation-skipping transfer tax is the amount of the federal credit.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-403 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–404
The value of property included in a generation-skipping transfer is the same value as determined under Chapter 13 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-404 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–405
(a)
The person required to file a federal generation-skipping transfer tax return on which a federal credit is allowable shall complete and file a Maryland generation-skipping transfer tax return with the Comptroller on or before the last day for filing the federal return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-405(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
If, after a person files a Maryland generation-skipping transfer tax return, the federal generation-skipping transfer tax is increased, the person shall complete and file an amended return with the Comptroller when the additional federal tax is paid.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-405(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-405 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7–406
The person required to pay the federal generation-skipping transfer tax shall pay the Maryland generation-skipping transfer tax to the Comptroller on or before the last day for filing a Maryland generation-skipping transfer tax return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7-406 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7.5-101
(a)
In this title the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-101(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
“Annual gross revenues” means income or revenue from all sources, before any expenses or taxes, computed according to generally accepted accounting principles.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-101(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
“Assessable base” means the annual gross revenues derived from digital advertising services in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-101(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
“Broadcast entity” means an entity that is primarily engaged in the business of operating a broadcast television or radio station.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-101(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-101(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Digital advertising services” includes advertisement services on a digital interface, including advertisements in the form of banner advertising, search engine advertising, interstitial advertising, and other comparable advertising services.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-101(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Digital advertising services” does not include advertisement services on digital interfaces owned or operated by or operated on behalf of a broadcast entity or news media entity.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-101(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
“Digital interface” means any type of software, including a website, part of a website, or application, that a user is able to access.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-101(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-101(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“News media entity” means an entity engaged primarily in the business of newsgathering, reporting, or publishing articles or commentary about news, current events, culture, or other matters of public interest.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-101(g)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“News media entity” does not include an entity that is primarily an aggregator or republisher of third–party content.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-101(g)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
“User” means an individual or any other person who accesses a digital interface with a device.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-101(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-101 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7.5-102
(a)
A tax is imposed on annual gross revenues of a person derived from digital advertising services in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-102(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-102(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
For purposes of this title, the part of the annual gross revenues of a person derived from digital advertising services in the State shall be determined using an apportionment fraction:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-102(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the numerator of which is the annual gross revenues of a person derived from digital advertising services in the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-102(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the denominator of which is the annual gross revenues of a person derived from digital advertising services in the United States.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-102(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Comptroller shall adopt regulations that determine the state from which revenues from digital advertising services are derived.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-102(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A person who derives gross revenues from digital advertising services in the State may not directly pass on the cost of the tax imposed under this section to a customer who purchases the digital advertising services by means of a separate fee, surcharge, or line–item.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-102(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-102 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7.5-103
The digital advertising gross revenues tax rate is:
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-103(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
5% of the assessable base for a person with global annual gross revenues of $100,000,000 through $1,000,000,000;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-103(1)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
5% of the assessable base for a person with global annual gross revenues of $1,000,000,001 through $5,000,000,000;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-103(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-103(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7.)
5% of the assessable base for a person with global annual gross revenues of $5,000,000,001 through $15,000,000,000; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-103(3)(7.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
10% of the assessable base for a person with global annual gross revenues exceeding $15,000,000,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-103(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-103 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7.5-201
(a)
Each person that, in a calendar year, has annual gross revenues derived from digital advertising services in the State of at least $1,000,000 shall complete, under oath, and file with the Comptroller a return, on or before April 15 of the next year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-201(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-201(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Each person that reasonably expects the person’s annual gross revenues derived from digital advertising services in the State to exceed $1,000,000 shall complete, under oath, and file with the Comptroller a declaration of estimated tax, on or before April 15 of that year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-201(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A person required under paragraph (1) of this subsection to file a declaration of estimated tax for a taxable year shall complete and file with the Comptroller a quarterly estimated tax return on or before June 15, September 15, and December 15 of that year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-201(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A person required to file a return under this section shall file with the return an attachment that states any information that the Comptroller requires to determine annual gross revenues derived from digital advertising services in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-201(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
For periods beginning after December 31, 2026, a person shall file a digital advertising gross revenues tax return electronically.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-201(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-201 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7.5-202
A person required to file a return under § 7.5–201 of this subtitle shall maintain records of digital advertising services provided in the State and the basis for the calculation of the digital advertising gross revenues tax owed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-202 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 7.5-301
(a)
Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, each person required to file a return under § 7.5–201 of this title shall pay the digital advertising gross revenues tax with the return that covers the period for which the tax is due.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-301(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A person required to file estimated digital advertising gross revenues tax returns under § 7.5–201(b) of this title shall pay:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-301(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
at least 25% of the estimated digital advertising gross revenues tax shown on the declaration or amended declaration for a taxable year:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-301(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
with the declaration or amended declaration that covers the year; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-301(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
with each quarterly return for that year; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-301(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
any unpaid digital advertising gross revenues tax for the year shown on the person’s return that covers that year with the return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-301(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 7.5-301 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–101
(a)
In this title the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-101(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
“Company” means an association, corporation, or joint-stock company.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-101(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-101(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Financial institution” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-101(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a credit company;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-101(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
except as provided in paragraph (2)(i) of this subsection, a finance company;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-101(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
an international banking facility;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-101(c)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
a loan company;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-101(c)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
a mortgage company;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-101(c)(1)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
a safe-deposit company; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-101(c)(1)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vii)
a savings and loan association.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-101(c)(1)(vii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Financial institution” does not include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-101(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a finance company that makes loans only to farmers for agricultural purposes;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-101(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a company licensed under the federal Small Business Investment Act of 1958;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-101(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a corporation that elects to be taxed as a small business corporation under Subchapter S of the Internal Revenue Code;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-101(c)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
an entity that is a real estate mortgage investment conduit as defined in the Internal Revenue Code;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-101(c)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
a limited liability company; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-101(c)(2)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
a commercial bank, savings bank, trust company, or company that substantially competes with national banks in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-101(c)(2)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
“Savings and loan association” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-101(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a savings and loan association that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-101(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
is organized under the laws of this State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-101(d)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
is organized under the laws of another state and is admitted to do business in this State; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-101(d)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
is organized under the laws of the United States and has an office in this State; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-101(d)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a savings bank chartered by the Federal Home Loan Bank Board.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-101(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-101(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Savings bank” means a company or other institution that is organized to receive deposits of money and pay interest on the deposits.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-101(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Savings bank” does not include a bank with capital stock.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-101(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-101 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–102
The franchise taxes under this title are imposed for the privilege of doing business in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-102 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–201
(a)
In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-201(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
“Approved foreign trade zone” means an area designated as a foreign trade zone under Title 5, Subtitle 8 of the Economic Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-201(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
“Taxable net earnings” means the net earnings of a financial institution computed under § 8-204 of this subtitle and modified under §§ 8-205 and 8-206 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-201(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-201 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–202
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-202(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
For all taxable years beginning before January 1, 2001, a franchise tax, measured by taxable net earnings, is imposed annually on each financial institution existing or doing business in the State during any part of the fiscal year of the financial institution.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-202(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
For all taxable years beginning after December 31, 2000, the financial institution franchise tax is terminated, and Maryland taxable income of financial institutions shall be subject to taxation under Title 10 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-202(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A county, municipal corporation, special taxing district, or other political subdivision of the State may not impose on a savings bank or savings and loan association any tax other than its regular tax on property.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-202(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-202 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–203
The financial institution franchise tax rate is 7% of taxable net earnings as determined under §§ 8-204 through 8-206 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-203 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–204
(a)
A financial institution shall compute its net earnings:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-204(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
based on the accounting period used as its fiscal year; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-204(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
subject to the modifications required under this section, in the manner that a corporation computes, for purposes of the income tax, the Maryland modified income.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-204(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A financial institution shall add to its net earnings computed under subsection (a) of this section the amounts that, even if otherwise allowed to be subtracted under § 10–307(b) and (g)(1) and (4) of this article, equal:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-204(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
profit realized from the sale or exchange of bonds issued by this State or a political subdivision of this State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-204(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
dividends received from foreign corporations and included in federal gross income under § 78 of the Internal Revenue Code;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-204(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
interest derived from a United States obligation;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-204(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
State tax–exempt interest received from a mutual fund and allowed to be subtracted under § 10–307(g)(4) of this article; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-204(b)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
interest excluded from federal gross income under § 103 of the Internal Revenue Code and derived from a bond:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-204(b)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
issued by a state or a public corporation, special district, or political subdivision of a state or their instrumentalities; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-204(b)(5)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
under § 150 of the Internal Revenue Code, treated as a bond issued by a state or a public corporation, special district, or political subdivision of a state or their instrumentalities.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-204(b)(5)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A financial institution shall subtract from its net earnings computed under subsection (a) of this section interest expense incurred to purchase or carry a bond as defined in subsection (b)(5) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-204(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-204 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–205
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
“Foreign person” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
an individual who is not a resident of the United States;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205(a)(2)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
a company, partnership, or trust that is not organized under the laws of the United States or of a state; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205(a)(2)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
a foreign branch of a company organized under the laws of the United States or of a state.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205(a)(2)(i)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Foreign person” includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
a foreign government or any of its units;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205(a)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
an international organization or any of its agencies;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205(a)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
an international banking facility; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205(a)(2)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
a company or partnership that is not organized under the laws of the United States or of a state and that has an office and activities within an approved foreign trade zone.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205(a)(2)(ii)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“International banking facility” means a financial institution that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
qualifies as an international banking facility under the laws of the United States or under regulations that the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System adopts;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
is located in a county where an approved foreign trade zone is located; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205(a)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
makes, arranges for, places, or services a loan to a foreign person for use outside the United States or in an approved foreign trade zone in the United States; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205(a)(3)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
derives earnings from a foreign exchange trading or hedging transaction that is related to a loan described in item 1 of this item.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205(a)(3)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
“Liability” means the total liabilities shown in the records of an international banking facility.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
In computing taxable net earnings, an international banking facility shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
deduct the qualifying amount computed under subsection (c) of this section to the extent that the amount is not deductible in computing its federal taxable income; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
add any loss computed under subsection (c) of this section to its taxable net earnings.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
To compute the qualifying amount allowed under this section, an international banking facility shall determine its gross earnings derived, directly or indirectly, from any foreign exchange trading or hedging transaction that relates to making, arranging for, placing, or servicing a loan to a foreign person if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
substantially all of the proceeds of that loan are used outside the United States; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
all of the proceeds are used in an approved foreign trade zone by:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
a foreign individual;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205(c)(1)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
an individual residing in the United States; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205(c)(1)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
a foreign branch of a company that is organized under the laws of the United States or of a state, is not a bank, and has at least 80% ownership or control of the foreign branch.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205(c)(1)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
From the gross earnings computed under paragraph (1) of this subsection, an international banking facility shall subtract all deductions or expenses, directly or indirectly, related to those gross earnings.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
From the adjusted gross earnings calculated under paragraph (2) of this subsection, an international banking facility shall subtract the product of multiplying the adjusted gross earnings by a fraction:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the numerator of which is the fiscal year average amount of liability that was neither owed to nor received from a foreign person; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205(c)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the denominator of which is the fiscal year average amount of liability that was owed to or received from any person.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205(c)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-205 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–206
(a)
In computing taxable net earnings, a financial institution with net earnings derived outside the State shall allocate its net earnings, in the manner that the Department requires, based on the gross volume of the transactions of the financial institution inside and outside the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-206(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
In computing taxable net earnings, a financial institution shall include only that part of interest derived from the trade or business, in this State, of the subsidiaries of the financial institution, if the financial institution is a holding company because its only activities are to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-206(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
maintain and manage intangible investments; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-206(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
collect and distribute income from intangible investments.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-206(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-206 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–207
A financial institution may claim a credit against the financial institution franchise tax equal to the estimated tax paid under § 8-210(b) of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-207 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–208
A savings bank or savings and loan association doing business outside this State may claim a credit against the financial institution franchise tax equal to the amount paid to another jurisdiction as:
(1)
a tax based on savings accounts or saving share accounts bought in this State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-208(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a tax on gross receipts from business done in this State; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-208(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
a tax on income derived from business done in this State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-208(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-208 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–209
(a)
Each financial institution existing or doing business in the State during any part of the fiscal year of the financial institution shall complete, under oath, and file with the Department a financial institution franchise tax return on or before the 15th day of the 3rd month after the end of that fiscal year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-209(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-209(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Each financial institution that reasonably expects its financial institution franchise tax for a year to exceed $1,000 shall complete, under oath, and file with the Department a declaration of estimated tax, on or before the 15th day of the 4th month of the accounting period used as the fiscal year of the financial institution.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-209(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A financial institution required under paragraph (1) of this subsection to file a declaration of estimated tax for a taxable year shall complete and file with the Department a quarterly estimated tax return on or before the 15th day of the 6th, 9th, and 12th months of that year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-209(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
To properly identify persons listed in a return or document, a person shall include in a return or document the Social Security or other identifying number that the Department requires.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-209(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-209 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–210
(a)
Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, a financial institution shall pay the financial institution franchise tax with the return that covers the period for which the tax is due.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-210(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Each financial institution required to file quarterly estimated financial institution franchise tax returns shall pay:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-210(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
at least 25% of the estimated financial institution franchise tax shown on the declaration or amended declaration for a taxable year:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-210(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
with the declaration or amended declaration that covers the year; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-210(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
with each quarterly return for that year; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-210(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
any unpaid financial institution franchise tax for the year shown on the financial institution franchise tax return that covers that year, with the return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-210(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-210 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–211
The Department shall:
(1)
administer the laws that relate to the financial institution franchise tax, consistent with this subtitle and with Title 10 of this article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-211(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
adopt reasonable regulations to administer the provisions of laws that relate to the financial institution franchise tax, including regulations that establish, without regard to the methods required under Title 10 of this article, methods for allocation of net earnings based on gross volume of transactions;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-211(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
design the returns and other forms that, on completion, provide the information required for the administration of the financial institution franchise tax law;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-211(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
collect the financial institution franchise tax revenue, including penalties and interest; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-211(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
certify that revenue to the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-211(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-211 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–212
If a financial institution franchise tax refund claim under § 13-901 of this article is allowed, the Department shall certify the amount to the Comptroller for payment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-212 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–214
A financial institution may claim a credit against the financial institution franchise tax for wages paid to qualified employees as provided under Title 6, Subtitle 3 of the Economic Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-214 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–215
A financial institution may claim a credit against the financial institution franchise tax for neighborhood and community assistance contributions as provided under § 6-404 of the Housing and Community Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-215 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–216
A financial institution may claim a credit against the financial institution franchise tax for:
(1)
wages paid to a qualified employee with a disability; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-216(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-216(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
child care provided or paid for by a business entity for the children of a qualified employee with a disability as provided under § 21–309 of the Education Article; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-216(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
transportation provided or paid for by the business entity for a qualified employee with a disability as provided under § 21–309 of the Education Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-216(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-216 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–217
A financial institution may claim a State tax credit against the financial institution franchise tax payable under this subtitle as provided under § 9-230 of the Tax - Property Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-217 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–218
A financial institution may claim a credit against the financial institution franchise tax for employer-provided long-term care insurance as provided under § 10-710 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-218 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–220
A financial institution may claim a credit against the financial institution franchise tax for One Maryland project costs and start–up costs as provided under Title 6, Subtitle 4 of the Economic Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-220 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–221
A financial institution may claim a credit against the financial institution franchise tax for the cost of providing commuter benefits to the business entity’s employees as provided under § 2-901 of the Environment Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-221 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–301
(a)
For all taxable years beginning before January 1, 2001, a franchise tax, measured by deposits held in the State, is imposed, for each calendar year, on each savings and loan association.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-301(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
For all taxable years beginning after December 31, 2000, the savings and loan association franchise tax is terminated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-301(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-301 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–302
The savings and loan association franchise tax rate is 0.013% of the total withdrawal value of the deposits that a savings and loan association holds in the State on December 31st.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-302 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–303
A savings and loan association organized under the laws of this State and doing business outside this State may claim a credit against the savings and loan association franchise tax in an amount that equals any tax paid to another jurisdiction as a franchise tax on deposits held in this State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-303 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–304
Each savings and loan association that, on December 31, holds deposits in the State shall complete, under oath, and file with the Comptroller a savings and loan association franchise tax return, on or before April 15 of the next year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-304 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–305
A savings and loan association shall pay the savings and loan association franchise tax with the return that covers the period for which the tax is due.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-305 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–401
(a)
In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-401(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
“Delivered for final consumption” means delivered by a public service company in its service area as measured at the customer meter or other point of final delivery.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-401(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-401(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Gross receipts” means total operating revenue.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-401(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Gross receipts” includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-401(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
gross or total earnings and total receipts;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-401(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
for a telephone company, the full amount of approved and applicable federal and State tariff charges for telephone lifeline service without the discount provided by § 8–201(d) of the Public Utilities Article; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-401(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
for a telecommunications company providing interstate long distance telecommunications service, the gross charges from the sale of long distance telecommunications service that originates or terminates in the State and for which a charge is made to a service address located in the State, regardless of where the amount is billed or paid.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-401(c)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Gross receipts” does not include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-401(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
any revenue that a public service company derives from an activity other than an electric, gas, or telephone business; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-401(c)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
net uncollectible revenue.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-401(c)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
For a public service company engaged in a telephone business in the State, gross receipts does not include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-401(c)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
gross charges from the sale by the public service company to another public service company subject to the tax imposed by this subtitle of a service or product for resale;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-401(c)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
gross charges from the sale by the public service company of Internet access service by which a connection is provided between a computer and the Internet; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-401(c)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
gross charges from the sale of telecommunications service obtained by using a prepaid telephone calling arrangement, as defined in § 11–101 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-401(c)(4)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
For a public service company engaged in the transmission, distribution, or delivery of electricity or gas in the State:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-401(c)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
“gross receipts” includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-401(c)(5)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
except as provided in item (ii)2 and 3 of this paragraph, gross charges for the transmission, distribution, or delivery of electricity or natural gas or for distribution or delivery–related services; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-401(c)(5)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
competitive transition charges, intangible transition charges, and any other surcharge or other cost–recovery mechanism authorized for recovery of transition costs or the costs of demand side management or other energy conservation programs, universal service or other public purpose programs, or consumer education programs; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-401(c)(5)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“gross receipts” does not include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-401(c)(5)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
gross charges from the sale of electricity or natural gas;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-401(c)(5)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
gross charges from the transmission, distribution, or delivery of electricity or natural gas to another public service company subject to the tax imposed under § 8–402 of this subtitle if the buyer intends to resell the electricity or natural gas; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-401(c)(5)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
gross charges from an interstate transmission network or from the transmission, distribution, or delivery of electricity or natural gas to a customer located in another state.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-401(c)(5)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
“Long distance telecommunications service” means telecommunications service for a telecommunication that does not originate and terminate in the same local calling area.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-401(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
“Production activity” has the meaning stated in § 11–101 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-401(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
“Public service company” means a person:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-401(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
engaged in a telephone business in the State; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-401(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
engaged in the transmission, distribution, or delivery of electricity or natural gas in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-401(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-401 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–402
(a)
A franchise tax, measured by gross receipts, is imposed, for each calendar year, on each public service company:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-402(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
engaged in a telephone business in the State; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-402(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
engaged in the transmission, distribution, or delivery of electricity or natural gas in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-402(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The tax imposed under subsection (a) of this section does not apply to a public service company that is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-402(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a county;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-402(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a municipal corporation;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-402(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
a nonprofit electric cooperative; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-402(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
a public–private partnership formed for the generation of clean or renewable energy if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-402(b)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
30% or more of the electricity generated through the public–private partnership is purchased by the public partner; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-402(b)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the clean or renewable energy generating station is sited on an eligible clean and renewable energy generation site as determined by the Department of the Environment, including:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-402(b)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
rooftops;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-402(b)(4)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
parking lots;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-402(b)(4)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
landfills;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-402(b)(4)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
brownfields sites;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-402(b)(4)(ii)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5.)
voluntary cleanup program sites;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-402(b)(4)(ii)(5.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6.)
reclaimed mines;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-402(b)(4)(ii)(6.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7.)
Superfund sites; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-402(b)(4)(ii)(7.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(8.)
sediment or retention ponds.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-402(b)(4)(ii)(8.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The Department of the Environment may adopt regulations regarding the determination of eligible clean or renewable energy generation sites under subsection (b)(4) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-402(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-402 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–402.1
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-402.1(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In addition to any tax imposed under § 8-402 of this subtitle, a franchise tax is imposed for each calendar year on each public service company engaged in the transmission, distribution, or delivery of electricity or natural gas in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-402.1(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The tax imposed under this section is measured by kilowatt hours of electricity or therms of natural gas delivered by the public service company for final consumption in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-402.1(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The tax imposed under subsection (a) of this section does not apply to therms of natural gas delivered for final consumption by a public service company that is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-402.1(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a county; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-402.1(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a municipal corporation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-402.1(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-402.1 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–403
(a)
The rate of the franchise tax imposed under § 8-402 of this subtitle is 2% of gross receipts derived from business in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-403(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The rate of the tax imposed under § 8-402.1 of this subtitle is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-403(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-403(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(0.)
062 cents for each kilowatt hour of electricity delivered by the public service company for final consumption in the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-403(b)(1)(0.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-403(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(0.)
402 cents for each therm of natural gas delivered by the public service company for final consumption in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-403(b)(2)(0.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-403 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–404
(a)
Each public service company that, in a calendar year, has gross receipts derived from business in the State or delivers electricity or natural gas for final consumption in the State shall complete, under oath, and file with the Department a public service company franchise tax return, on or before April 15th of the next year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-404(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-404(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Each public service company that reasonably expects its public service company franchise tax for a year to exceed $1,000 shall complete, under oath, and file with the Department a declaration of estimated tax, on or before April 15 of that year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-404(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A public service company required under paragraph (1) of this subsection to file a declaration of estimated tax for a taxable year shall complete and file with the Department a quarterly estimated tax return on or before June 15, September 15, and December 15 of that year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-404(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A public service company shall file with the return an attachment that states any information that the Department requires to determine gross receipts derived from business in the State or kilowatt hours or therms of natural gas delivered for final consumption in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-404(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-404 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–405
(a)
Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, each public service company shall pay the public service company franchise tax with the return that covers the period for which the tax is due.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-405(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A public service company required to file estimated public service company franchise tax returns under § 8-404(b) of this subtitle shall pay:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-405(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
at least 25% of the estimated public service company franchise tax shown on the declaration or amended declaration for a taxable year:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-405(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
with the declaration or amended declaration that covers the year; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-405(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
with each quarterly return for that year; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-405(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
any unpaid public service company franchise tax for the year shown on the public service company franchise tax return that covers that year, with the return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-405(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-405 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–406
(a)
A public service company may claim a credit against the public service company franchise tax equal to the estimated tax paid under § 8-405(b) of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-406(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-406(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-406(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Subject to the limitations of this subsection, a public service company, including any multijurisdictional public service company, may claim a credit against the public service company franchise tax in the amount of $3 for each ton of Maryland–mined coal that the public service company purchased in the calendar year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-406(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
The credit under this subsection may not be claimed for Maryland–mined coal purchased in a calendar year beginning after December 31, 2020.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-406(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-406(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
This paragraph applies only to credits claimed under this subsection for calendar years beginning on or after January 1, 2007.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-406(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
The amount claimed as a credit under this subsection may not exceed the amount approved by the Department under this paragraph.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-406(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
By January 15 of the calendar year following the end of the calendar year in which the Maryland–mined coal was purchased, a public service company, or a cogenerator or electricity supplier as defined in § 10–704.1 of this article, shall submit an application to the Department for approval of the credit allowed under this paragraph.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-406(b)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
Subject to subparagraph (vi) of this paragraph, the total amount of credits approved by the Department under this paragraph for any calendar year may not exceed:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-406(b)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
$4,500,000 for a calendar year beginning after December 31, 2008, but before January 1, 2013;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-406(b)(2)(iv)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
$6,000,000 for a calendar year beginning after December 31, 2012, but before January 1, 2015; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-406(b)(2)(iv)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
$3,000,000 for a calendar year beginning after December 31, 2014, but before January 1, 2021.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-406(b)(2)(iv)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
Subject to subparagraph (vi) of this paragraph, if the total amount of credits applied for in any calendar year under this paragraph exceeds the maximum specified under subparagraph (iv) of this paragraph, the Department shall approve a credit under this paragraph for each applicant in an amount equal to the product of multiplying the credit applied for by the applicant times a fraction:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-406(b)(2)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the numerator of which is the maximum specified under subparagraph (iv) of this paragraph; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-406(b)(2)(v)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the denominator of which is the total of all credits applied for by all applicants under this paragraph for the calendar year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-406(b)(2)(v)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-406(b)(2)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
Of the total credits approved for any calendar year beginning after December 31, 2006, but before January 1, 2021, the Department shall reserve $2,250,000 of the credits for purchases of Maryland–mined coal that will be used by a facility in Maryland.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-406(b)(2)(vi)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
If the total amount of credits applied for by all applicants for any calendar year for the purchase of Maryland–mined coal that will be used in Maryland exceeds $2,250,000, the Department shall approve a credit under this paragraph for each applicant in an amount equal to the product of multiplying the credit applied for by the applicant times a fraction:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-406(b)(2)(vi)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
the numerator of which is $2,250,000; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-406(b)(2)(vi)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
the denominator of which is the total of all credits applied for by all applicants under this paragraph for the calendar year for the purchase of Maryland–mined coal that will be used in Maryland.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-406(b)(2)(vi)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vii)
On or before February 15 of the calendar year following the end of the calendar year in which the Maryland–mined coal was purchased, the Department shall certify to each applicant claiming a credit the amount of the tax credits approved by the Department for that applicant under this paragraph.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-406(b)(2)(vii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-406(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
To prevent actual multiple taxation of the sale of interstate long distance telecommunications service, a long distance telecommunications company, upon proof that it has paid a properly due excise, sales and use, or gross receipts tax in another state on a sale the gross receipts from which are subject to taxation under this subtitle, shall be allowed a credit against the public service company franchise tax for the amount paid.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-406(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The credit permitted under this subsection may not exceed the tax imposed under this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-406(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-406 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–407
A telephone company may claim a credit against the public service company franchise tax equal to all approved and applicable federal and State tariff charges for telephone lifeline service not billed to eligible subscribers as provided in § 8–201 of the Public Utilities Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-407 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–408
The Department shall:
(1)
administer the laws that relate to the public service company franchise tax;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-408(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
adopt reasonable regulations to administer the provisions of laws that relate to the public service company franchise tax;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-408(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
design the returns and forms that, on completion, provide the information required for the administration of the public service company franchise tax laws;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-408(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
collect the public service company franchise tax revenue, including penalties and interest;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-408(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
pay that revenue into the General Fund of the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-408(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
certify to the Comptroller that revenue.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-408(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-408 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–409
(a)
The public service company franchise tax with respect to gross receipts from telecommunications service shall be added to and disclosed as an element of the public service company’s charge to the customer for the service.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-409(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A public service company may surcharge its customers for the public service company franchise tax imposed under § 8-402.1 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-409(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-409 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–411
A public service company may claim a credit against the public service company franchise tax for wages paid to qualified employees as provided under Title 6, Subtitle 3 of the Economic Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-411 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–412
A public service company may claim a credit against the public service company franchise tax for neighborhood and community assistance as provided under § 6-404 of the Housing and Community Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-412 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–413
A public service company may claim a credit against the public service company franchise tax for:
(1)
wages paid to a qualified employee with a disability; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-413(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-413(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
child care provided or paid for by a business entity for the children of a qualified employee with a disability as provided under § 21–309 of the Education Article; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-413(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
transportation provided or paid for by the business entity for a qualified employee with a disability as provided under § 21–309 of the Education Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-413(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-413 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–415
A public service company may claim a credit against the public service company franchise tax for employer-provided long-term care insurance as provided under § 10-710 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-415 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 8–417
(a)
A public service company may claim a credit against the public service company franchise tax in an amount equal to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-417(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-417(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(0.)
002 cents for each kilowatt hour of electricity in excess of 500 million up to 1,500 million kilowatt hours during a calendar year delivered for final consumption to a single industrial customer for use in a production activity at the same location in the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-417(a)(1)(0.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-417(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(0.)
0455 cents for each kilowatt hour of electricity in excess of 1,500 million kilowatt hours during a calendar year delivered for final consumption to a single industrial customer for use in a production activity at the same location in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-417(a)(2)(0.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A public service company may claim a credit against the public service company franchise tax in an amount equal to the tax imposed for each therm of natural gas delivered for final consumption in the State to an industrial customer for use in a production activity in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-417(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The Public Service Commission shall require that the credits allowed under this section are passed through to the customers to whom the electricity or natural gas on which the credits are based is delivered.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-417(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 8-417 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–101
(a)
In this title the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
“Aviation fuel” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
aviation gasoline; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
turbine fuel.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Aviation gasoline” means gasoline that is used to propel gasoline–powered aircraft and:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
is invoiced as aviation gasoline; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
is received, sold, stored, or withdrawn from storage by a person for the purpose of propelling gasoline–powered aircraft.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Aviation gasoline” does not include gasoline used to propel a motor vehicle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
“Clean-burning fuel” means, when used for motor vehicle propulsion:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
natural gas;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
liquefied natural gas;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
liquefied petroleum gas;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
hydrogen;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(d)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
electricity; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(d)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
any other fuel at least 85% of which is one or more of the following:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(d)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
methanol;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(d)(6)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
ethanol;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(d)(6)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
any other alcohol; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(d)(6)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
ether.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(d)(6)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Gasoline” means a product that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
is used as fuel in a spark ignited, internal combustion engine; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(e)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
is designated as gasoline by the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(e)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Gasoline” includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
casinghead gasoline;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(e)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
absorption gasoline;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(e)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
other natural gasoline; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(e)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
aviation gasoline.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(e)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
“Motor fuel” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
gasoline; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
special fuel.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
“Motor vehicle” means a vehicle that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
is self-propelled;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(g)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
is designed to be operated on a public highway; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(g)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
is not operated only on rails.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(g)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Special fuel” means a product that is usable as fuel in an internal combustion engine.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(h)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Special fuel” includes clean-burning fuel except electricity.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(h)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Special fuel” does not include gasoline.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(h)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
“Turbine fuel” means Jet A, A-1, or B fuel that is used to propel turbine powered aircraft.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-101 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–201
(a)
In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-201(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-201(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Commercial motor vehicle” means any motor vehicle used or maintained for the transportation of persons or property that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-201(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
has 2 axles and an operating or registered gross vehicle weight that exceeds 26,000 pounds;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-201(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
has 3 or more axles; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-201(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
is used in combination with another vehicle and has an operating or registered gross combined weight that exceeds 26,000 pounds.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-201(b)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Commercial motor vehicle” does not include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-201(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a privately owned antique truck that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-201(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
is registered as a historic motor vehicle under § 13–936 of the Transportation Article; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-201(b)(2)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
displays appropriate registration plates that the Motor Vehicle Administration issues;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-201(b)(2)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a commercial motor vehicle that is operated:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-201(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
by a state or a subdivision of a state;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-201(b)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
by the United States;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-201(b)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
by a joint unit of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-201(b)(2)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
this State and the United States and other states; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-201(b)(2)(ii)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
this State and another state;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-201(b)(2)(ii)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
by or for a state, political subdivision of a state, or private school as a school bus;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-201(b)(2)(ii)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5.)
by a volunteer or paid fire department or rescue squad as fire or rescue equipment;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-201(b)(2)(ii)(5.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6.)
by a licensed vehicle dealer during a road test for sale, if the vehicle displays dealer registration plates that the Motor Vehicle Administration issues; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-201(b)(2)(ii)(6.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7.)
by a person as a privately owned bus used only in the transportation system of a county, municipal corporation, special taxing district, or other political subdivision to transport the public on a regular schedule between fixed termini as those terms are defined in the Transportation Article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-201(b)(2)(ii)(7.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a multipurpose passenger vehicle as defined in § 11–136.2 of the Transportation Article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-201(b)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
a multipurpose passenger vehicle or truck that does not exceed 3/4 ton capacity when towing:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-201(b)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
a camping trailer as defined in § 11–106 of the Transportation Article; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-201(b)(2)(iv)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
a travel trailer as defined in § 11–170 of the Transportation Article; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-201(b)(2)(iv)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
a farm truck as defined in § 13–921 of the Transportation Article or a farm area motor vehicle as defined in § 13–935 of the Transportation Article that has 2 axles and a registered or operating gross or combination weight of less than 40,001 pounds.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-201(b)(2)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-201(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Motor carrier” means a person who operates or causes the operation of a commercial motor vehicle on a highway in this State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-201(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Motor carrier” includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-201(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a lessor of a commercial motor vehicle who provides or buys the motor fuel used to operate the vehicle or pays for it as a part of rental or other costs; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-201(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a lessee whose lease entitles the lessee to receive a credit or refund for motor fuel that the lessor buys.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-201(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-201 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–202
(a)
A tax is imposed on each motor carrier who operates or causes the operation of a commercial motor vehicle on a highway in this State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-202(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The tax under this section is imposed whether the commercial motor vehicle is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-202(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
owned by or leased to the motor carrier;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-202(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
operated loaded or empty; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-202(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
operated for compensation or for no compensation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-202(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-202 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–203
The motor carrier tax imposed under § 9-202 of this subtitle does not apply to a commercial motor vehicle that:
(1)
is operated by a motor carrier that leases the commercial motor vehicle from another motor carrier who provides or pays for the motor fuel; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-203(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
is operated by a motor carrier that has obtained a trip permit under § 9-219(c) of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-203(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-203 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–204
For each type of motor fuel used in the operation of a commercial motor vehicle on a highway in this State, the motor carrier tax rate is the motor fuel tax rate for that type of motor fuel in effect when the return period begins, for each gallon of motor fuel used.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-204 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–205
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-205(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Comptroller may enter into reciprocal agreements on behalf of this State, with the duly authorized representatives of any other state, that provide for:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-205(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
fuel tax registration of vehicles by motor carriers;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-205(a)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
establishment of periodic fuel use reporting and fuel use tax payment requirements by motor carriers; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-205(a)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
disbursement of money that is collected by the Comptroller and is due to other states based on:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-205(a)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
mileage travelled and fuel used in those states; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-205(a)(1)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the respective registration fees of those states.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-205(a)(1)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Comptroller may not enter into any reciprocal agreement that would affect:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-205(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
this State’s motor carrier tax rate; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-205(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
this State’s registration fee for motor carriers.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-205(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
In exercising the authority granted under subsection (a) of this section, the Comptroller is expressly authorized to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-205(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
enter into regional or national fuel use tax agreements;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-205(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
become a member of any regional or national conference, group, compact, or similar organization of motor carrier fuel use tax administrators; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-205(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
enforce the provisions set forth in any regional or national fuel use tax agreements.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-205(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The agreement provisions shall apply to the fuel use taxation, registration, and reporting requirements of motor carriers subject to the provisions of the agreement without reference to or application of any other statutes of this State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-205(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-205 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–207
(a)
Except as provided in § 9-208 of this subtitle, each motor carrier shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-207(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
complete, under oath, and file a motor carrier tax return for periods that the Comptroller requires; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-207(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
provide other information that the Comptroller considers necessary to enforce this subtitle properly.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-207(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
To identify properly persons listed in a return, each motor carrier shall include in the return:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-207(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the Social Security number or other federal identifying number of the person; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-207(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
if the Comptroller requires, United States Department of Transportation (US DOT) identification number.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-207(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-207 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–208
(a)
The Comptroller may exempt a motor carrier from filing a motor carrier tax return if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-208(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the operations of the motor carrier are intrastate only;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-208(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the intrastate commercial motor vehicles of the motor carrier are registered (tagged) by the Motor Vehicle Administration to operate within the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-208(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
the exemption will not affect the enforcement of this subtitle adversely.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-208(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A motor carrier is not required to report, on a motor carrier tax return, a commercial motor vehicle operated under a trip permit.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-208(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-208 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–209
(a)
Each motor carrier shall keep, in the form that the Comptroller requires, records of the operations on which the motor carrier tax returns are based, including records that show the number of miles operated for each gallon of motor fuel.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-209(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A motor carrier shall make the records required under subsection (a) of this section available for inspection by the Comptroller at any time during business hours.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-209(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A motor carrier shall keep the records required under subsection (a) of this section for 4 years unless the records have been audited and, on written request that states the reasons for the request, the Comptroller authorizes early destruction.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-209(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-209 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–212
To compute the amount of motor fuel that a motor carrier uses to operate commercial motor vehicles on highways in the State, the motor carrier shall:
(1)
compute its average fleet miles for each gallon of motor fuel as a fraction:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-212(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the numerator of which is the total miles that the motor carrier’s entire fleet travels in all states; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-212(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the denominator of which is the total gallons of motor fuel used;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-212(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
determine the total miles the motor carrier’s fleet travels on highways in this State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-212(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
divide the number computed under item (2) by the fraction computed under item (1) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-212(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-212 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–213
A motor carrier shall pay to the Comptroller the motor carrier tax computed by multiplying the tax rate under § 9-204 of this subtitle by the gallons of motor fuel used, as computed under § 9-212 of this subtitle, less any credit allowed under § 9-214 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-213 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–214
(a)
A motor carrier may claim a credit against the motor carrier tax to the extent of the motor fuel tax that the motor carrier paid on motor fuel bought in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-214(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
If the credit allowed under subsection (a) of this section for a return period exceeds the motor carrier tax due in the period, then, in accordance with regulations of the Comptroller, the motor carrier may:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-214(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
apply the excess credit to the motor carrier tax due within the next 2 years; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-214(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
apply for a refund of the excess credit under § 13-901 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-214(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-214 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–215
A motor carrier shall pay the motor carrier tax for a period with the return that covers the period, in accordance with regulations of the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-215 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–216
(a)
The terms of a lease determine the primary liability of a lessor and lessee of a commercial motor vehicle for the motor carrier tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-216(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
If either the lessor or lessee with primary responsibility to pay the motor carrier tax fails to pay it in full, both are jointly and severally liable for:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-216(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
complying with this subtitle; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-216(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
payment of any motor carrier tax due.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-216(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-216 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–219
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-219(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection, a motor carrier shall obtain from the Comptroller an identification marker for each commercial motor vehicle of the motor carrier.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-219(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A motor carrier that operates commercial motor vehicles on the highways of this State may obtain trip permits instead of markers.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-219(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
A motor carrier that registers (tags) all intrastate commercial motor vehicles with the Motor Vehicle Administration for operation within the State is not required to obtain identification markers for those commercial motor vehicles to operate in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-219(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
To qualify for an identification marker, a motor carrier shall submit to the Comptroller an application on the form that the Comptroller requires.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-219(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-219(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
By regulation, the Comptroller shall establish procedures to issue trip permits and to provide evidence of compliance with this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-219(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
To qualify for a trip permit for a commercial motor vehicle, a motor carrier shall pay to the Comptroller an amount rounded to the nearest dollar equal to the current motor carrier tax payable on 174 gallons of special fuel for each commercial motor vehicle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-219(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
Fees for trip permits are in lieu of the motor carrier tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-219(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-219(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A commercial motor vehicle identification marker is effective on an annual basis from January 1 through December 31 of each year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-219(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A trip permit is valid for the 15 consecutive days shown on the permit and only for the specific commercial motor vehicle shown on the permit.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-219(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-219 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–220
(a)
A motor carrier shall display the identification marker for each commercial motor vehicle as the Comptroller requires by regulation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-220(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
An identification marker issued under this subtitle remains the property of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-220(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The Comptroller may recall an identification marker for a violation of this subtitle or a regulation adopted to carry out this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-220(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
The Comptroller shall provide, by regulation, methods for identification of motor carriers to other motor carriers and the public.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-220(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-220 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–221
The Comptroller may issue a temporary authorization to a motor carrier to operate a commercial motor vehicle in the State if the Comptroller is satisfied that:
(1)
the motor carrier does not have an identification marker or trip permit for the commercial motor vehicle;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-221(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
unforeseen circumstances require operation of the commercial motor vehicle; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-221(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
a prohibition of operation would cause undue hardship.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-221(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-221 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–222
(a)
In this Part IV of this subtitle, “police officer” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-222(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
any uniformed police officer; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-222(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
any civilian employee of the Department of State Police or of the Maryland Transportation Authority Police Force assigned to enforce this Part IV of this subtitle or any rule or regulation adopted under this Part IV of this subtitle, but only while acting under written authorization of the Secretary of State Police.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-222(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-222(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Subject to the provisions of paragraph (2) of this subsection, any police officer shall have the authority to enforce this Part IV of this subtitle and any rule or regulation adopted under it.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-222(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A civilian employee of the Maryland Transportation Authority Police Force shall have the authority stated in paragraph (1) of this subsection only if the individual is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-222(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
acting under the immediate direction and control of a uniformed police officer; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-222(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
certified by the Department of State Police to enforce this Part IV of this subtitle and any rule or regulation adopted under it.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-222(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-222 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–223
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-223(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-223(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Falsify” includes alter, counterfeit, duplicate, manufacture, construct, or forge.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-223(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“IFTA identification marker” means any license or decal required by law to be possessed by a motor carrier and displayed on a commercial motor vehicle under the interstate agreements authorized by § 9–205 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-223(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A person may not knowingly:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-223(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
falsify any IFTA identification marker or related document;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-223(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
use, hold, possess, give away, or sell a falsified IFTA identification marker or related document; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-223(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
attempt to falsify or sell any IFTA identification marker or related document.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-223(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-223 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–301
(a)
In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Blend” means to mix together any combination of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
alkylate;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
aromatic;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
cracked gasoline;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(b)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
natural gasoline;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(b)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
polymer gasoline; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(b)(1)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
straight-run gasoline.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(b)(1)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Blend” does not include adding alcohol to gasoline.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Dealer” means a person who engages in the business of a dealer.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Dealer” includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the State when it engages in the business of a dealer; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a political subdivision of the State when the subdivision engages in the business of a dealer.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Distributor” means a person who engages in the business of a distributor.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Distributor” does not include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a licensed dealer;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(d)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a licensed special fuel seller;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(d)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a licensed special fuel user;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(d)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
a licensed turbine fuel seller;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(d)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
a marina; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(d)(2)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
a retail service station dealer.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(d)(2)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Engage in the business of a dealer” means to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
import any gasoline into the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(e)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
blend, in the State, any gasoline on which the motor fuel tax has not been paid;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(e)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
refine, in the State, any gasoline on which the motor fuel tax has not been paid; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(e)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
acquire, in the State, any gasoline on which the motor fuel tax has not been paid, for:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(e)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
export; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(e)(1)(iv)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
wholesale distribution.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(e)(1)(iv)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Engage in the business of a dealer” does not include bringing gasoline into the State in the fuel supply tank of an aircraft, motor vehicle, or vessel.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
“Engage in the business of a distributor” means to buy for resale motor fuel on which the motor fuel tax has been paid from a licensed dealer, licensed special fuel seller, licensed special fuel user, or licensed turbine fuel seller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Engage in the business of a special fuel seller” means, with respect to special fuel other than turbine fuel, to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(g)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
import any special fuel into the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(g)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
sell, in the State, any special fuel on which the motor fuel tax has not been paid; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(g)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
deliver, in the State, any special fuel on which the motor fuel tax has not been paid.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(g)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Engage in the business of a special fuel seller” does not include bringing special fuel into the State in the fuel supply tank of a motor vehicle or vessel.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(g)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
“Engage in the business of a special fuel user” means to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
buy special fuel on which the motor fuel tax has not been paid; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(h)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
use it in a motor vehicle that is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(h)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
owned or operated by the special fuel user; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(h)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
registered to operate on a public highway.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(h)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Engage in the business of a turbine fuel seller” means to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(i)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
import any turbine fuel into the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(i)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
sell, in the State, any turbine fuel on which the motor fuel tax has not been paid; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(i)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
deliver, in the State, any turbine fuel on which the motor fuel tax has not been paid.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(i)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Engage in the business of a turbine fuel seller” does not include bringing turbine fuel into the State in the fuel supply tank of an aircraft.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(i)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(j)
“License” means a license issued by the Comptroller under this subtitle to engage in the business of a dealer, distributor, special fuel seller, special fuel user, or turbine fuel seller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(j) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(k)
“Licensed dealer” means a person who is licensed to engage in the business of a dealer.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(k) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(l)
“Licensed distributor” means a person who is licensed to engage in the business of a distributor.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(l) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(m)
“Licensed special fuel seller” means a person who is licensed to engage in the business of a special fuel seller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(m) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(n)
“Licensed special fuel user” means a person who is licensed to engage in the business of a special fuel user.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(n) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(o)
“Licensed turbine fuel seller” means a person who is licensed to engage in the business of a turbine fuel seller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(o) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(p)
“Marina” means a person who maintains a place of business where motor fuel is sold primarily to vessels.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(p) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(q)
“Refine” means to make crude oil into gasoline or special fuel by changing the physical or chemical characteristics of the crude oil.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(q) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(r)
“Retail service station dealer” means a person who operates a retail place of business where motor fuel is sold and delivered into the fuel supply tanks of motor vehicles.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(r) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(s)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(s) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Special fuel seller” means a person who engages in the business of a special fuel seller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(s)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Special fuel seller” does not include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(s)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a retail service station dealer who pays the motor fuel tax on special fuel to the supplier of the special fuel; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(s)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a marina that sells special fuel only to vessels.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(s)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(t)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(t) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Special fuel user” means a person who engages in the business of a special fuel user.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(t)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Special fuel user” does not include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(t)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a person whose only storage for special fuel is the fuel supply tank of a motor vehicle;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(t)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a volunteer fire or nonprofit volunteer rescue company that is incorporated in the State and buys special fuel from a licensed special fuel seller to operate fire fighting vehicles or equipment; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(t)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a person who pays the motor fuel tax on all special fuels to the supplier of the special fuels.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(t)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(u)
“Turbine fuel seller” means a person who engages in the business of a turbine fuel seller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301(u) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-301 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–302
Except as provided in §§ 9-303 and 9-304 of this subtitle, a tax is imposed on motor fuel.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-302 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–303
(a)
The motor fuel tax does not apply to motor fuel that is exported or sold for exportation from this State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The motor fuel tax does not apply to special fuel:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
containing dye and sold for uses other than in a licensed motor vehicle;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
delivered into a tank used only for heating; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
used for any purpose other than propelling a motor vehicle or turbine-powered aircraft.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The motor fuel tax does not apply to aviation fuel that is bought for use by:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a carrier engaged in the common carriage of individuals or property under Parts 121, 127, and 129 of the Federal Aviation Regulations;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
an operator under Part 135 of the Federal Aviation Regulations if at least 70% of the aviation fuel is used in the common carriage of individuals or property;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
a political subdivision of the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303(c)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
a unit or instrumentality of the United States government; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303(c)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
a foreign government.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303(c)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
The motor fuel tax does not apply to motor fuel that is bought by:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the Department of General Services for use by State agencies;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a county board of education for use in a school bus owned by the county board of education; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
a school bus operator under contract with a county board of education for use in a school bus used to transport the county’s public school students.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–303.1
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303.1(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303.1(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Diplomatic mission” means a permanent mission to the United Nations and foreign embassies and consulates.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303.1(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Diplomatic personnel” means foreign embassy and consular officials, and foreign embassy and consular employees that have been certified by the U.S. Department of State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303.1(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The motor fuel tax, pursuant to § 9–305 of this subtitle, does not apply to the retail purchase of motor fuel that is bought for use by:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303.1(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a diplomatic mission; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303.1(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
diplomatic personnel.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303.1(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
To receive an exemption from the motor fuel tax, a diplomatic mission or diplomatic personnel must:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303.1(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
establish its exempt status with the U.S. Department of State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303.1(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
use a credit card that has been issued by an oil company licensed under § 9–321 of this subtitle; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303.1(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
certify to the United States Department of State that the diplomatic mission or diplomatic personnel has obtained and is covered by security that is in the form of and provides at least the minimum benefits applicable to security required for vehicles registered in this State under Title 17, Subtitle 1 of the Transportation Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303.1(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
Under the provisions of the Foreign Mission’s Tax Exemption Program, the U.S. Department of State must:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303.1(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
enter into an agreement with an oil company that wishes to participate in the Program; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303.1(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
certify to an oil company that a diplomatic mission or diplomatic personnel is exempt.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303.1(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303.1(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
An oil company that has issued an authorized credit card to a diplomatic mission or diplomatic personnel under agreement with the U.S. Department of State may:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303.1(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
bill a diplomatic mission or diplomatic personnel for any credit card purchases of motor fuel, exclusive of the motor fuel tax; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303.1(e)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
receive a refund or credit of the motor fuel tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303.1(e)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
An oil company may not allow an exemption from the motor fuel tax at the time of the retail sale of the fuel.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303.1(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The amount of a refund or credit will be equal to the amount of the motor fuel tax that has been reimbursed directly or indirectly to the gasoline retailer or the amount of the motor fuel tax that the oil company has remitted to the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303.1(e)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
An oil company shall be required to verify the amount of a refund or credit that is based upon a credit card sale to a diplomatic mission or diplomatic personnel.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303.1(e)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303.1(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A tax exemption card issued to a diplomatic mission or diplomatic personnel by the U.S. Department of State may not be used to purchase motor fuel that does not include the motor fuel tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303.1(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this section, a tax exemption, a refund, a credit, or a reimbursement may not be granted if a diplomatic mission or diplomatic personnel purchases motor fuel without using an authorized credit card that has been issued by an oil company.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303.1(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-303.1 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–304
The Comptroller may allow, by regulation, a licensed dealer, a licensed special fuel seller, or a licensed turbine fuel seller to omit the motor fuel tax on motor fuel sold to the United States or a unit of the United States.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-304 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–305
(a)
Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, the motor fuel tax rate is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-305(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
7 cents for each gallon of aviation gasoline;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-305(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-305(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(23.)
5 cents for each gallon of gasoline other than aviation gasoline;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-305(a)(2)(23.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-305(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(24.)
25 cents for each gallon of special fuel other than clean–burning fuel or turbine fuel;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-305(a)(3)(24.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
7 cents for each gallon of turbine fuel; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-305(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-305(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this subsection, “Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers” means the index published monthly by the Bureau of Labor Statistics of the U.S. Department of Labor that is the U.S. city average of all items in a basket of consumer goods and services.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-305(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The motor fuel tax rates specified in subsection (a)(2), (3), and (5) of this section shall be increased on July 1, 2013, and July 1 of each subsequent year in accordance with this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-305(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
On or before June 1 of each year, the Comptroller shall determine and announce:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-305(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the growth in the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers as determined by the Comptroller under paragraph (4) of this subsection; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-305(b)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the motor fuel tax rates effective for the fiscal year beginning on the following July 1 as determined by the Comptroller under paragraph (5) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-305(b)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
The percentage growth in the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers shall be determined by comparing the average of the index for the 12 months ending on the preceding April 30 to the average of the index for the prior 12 months.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-305(b)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
Subject to paragraph (6) of this subsection, on July 1 of each year, each motor fuel tax rate specified in subsection (a)(2), (3), and (5) of this section shall be increased by the amount, rounded to the nearest one–tenth of a cent, that equals the product of multiplying:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-305(b)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the motor fuel tax rate in effect on the date of the Comptroller’s announcement under paragraph (3) of this subsection; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-305(b)(5)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the percentage growth in the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-305(b)(5)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-305(b)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
If there is a decline or no growth in the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers, the motor fuel tax rates shall remain unchanged.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-305(b)(6)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
Any increase in the motor fuel tax rates under paragraph (5) of this subsection may not be greater than 8% of the motor fuel tax rate effective in the previous year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-305(b)(6)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
The Comptroller shall require any person possessing tax–paid motor fuel for sale at the start of business on the date of an increase in the motor fuel tax under this subsection to compile and file an inventory of the motor fuel held at the close of business on the immediately preceding date and remit within 30 days any additional motor fuel tax that is due on the motor fuel.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-305(b)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-305 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–306
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-306(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-306(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Average annual retail price” means the 12–month average retail price per gallon of motor fuel purchased in the State determined in accordance with subsection (d) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-306(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Sales and use tax equivalent rate” means the per gallon tax rate calculated based on a percentage of the average annual retail price of motor fuel in accordance with subsection (e) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-306(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
On or before December 1, 2015, June 1, 2016, and June 1 of each subsequent year, the Comptroller shall determine and announce:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-306(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the average annual retail price of motor fuel; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-306(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the sales and use tax equivalent rate effective on the first day of the following month.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-306(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-306(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The sales and use tax equivalent rate shall be added to the motor fuel tax rates specified in § 9–305(a)(2), (3), and (5) of this subtitle and collected in the same manner as the motor fuel tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-306(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Except as otherwise expressly provided by law, all references to the motor fuel tax in State law and regulations apply to the sales and use tax equivalent rate imposed under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-306(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
The Comptroller shall determine the average annual retail price of motor fuel:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-306(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
using data compiled by the Oil Price Information Service or another generally recognized and reliable source of information; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-306(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
based on prices for regular unleaded motor fuel, excluding federal and State taxes, reported during the 12 months ending on the last day of the second immediately preceding month.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-306(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
The Comptroller shall determine the sales and use tax equivalent rate by:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-306(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
multiplying the average annual retail price by the percentage rate specified in subsection (f) of this section; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-306(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
rounding the product to the nearest tenth of a cent.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-306(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
The percentage rate used to calculate the sales and use tax equivalent rate shall be:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-306(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
4% for the determination made on December 1, 2015; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-306(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
5% for the determination made on June 1, 2016, and June 1 of each subsequent year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-306(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
The Comptroller shall require any person possessing tax–paid motor fuel for sale at the start of business on the date of an increase in the sales and use tax equivalent rate under this section to compile and file an inventory of the motor fuel held at the close of business on the immediately preceding date and remit within 30 days any additional tax that is due on the motor fuel under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-306(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-306 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–308
(a)
Except as provided in subsections (b) and (c) of this section, each dealer, special fuel seller, special fuel user, or turbine fuel seller shall complete, under oath, and file with the Comptroller a motor fuel tax return:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-308(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
for each month in which the dealer, special fuel seller, special fuel user, or turbine fuel seller sells or uses motor fuel in the State:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-308(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
by delivery, on or before the last day of the next month;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-308(a)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
by mail postmarked at least 2 days before the last day of the next month; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-308(a)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
if, for cause, the Comptroller grants an extension, by delivery on or before the date that the Comptroller specifies; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-308(a)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
if the Comptroller so requires, by regulation, on other dates for each month in which the dealer, special fuel seller, special fuel user, or turbine fuel seller does not sell or deliver motor fuel.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-308(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Each licensed Class B dealer shall complete, under oath, and file with the Comptroller a motor fuel tax return:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-308(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
for each month in which the dealer receives gasoline in the State:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-308(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
by delivery, on or before the last day of the next month;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-308(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
by mail postmarked at least 2 days before the last day of the next month; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-308(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
if, for cause, the Comptroller grants an extension, by delivery on or before the date that the Comptroller specifies; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-308(b)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
if the Comptroller so requires, by regulation, on other dates for each month in which the dealer does not receive gasoline.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-308(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-308(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A special fuel user engaged in the business of agriculture shall complete, under oath, and file with the Comptroller a motor fuel tax return for periods and on dates as the Comptroller may specify by regulation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-308(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Comptroller may not require filings more frequently than monthly.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-308(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
A return shall state the total gallons of motor fuel received, sold, or used, during the period that the return covers, at each place of business in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-308(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
For periods beginning after December 31, 2026, a person shall file a motor fuel tax return electronically.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-308(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-308 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–309
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-309(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Each person who engages in the business of a dealer, distributor, special fuel seller, special fuel user, or turbine fuel seller shall keep for 4 years records of motor fuel that the person:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-309(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
buys in the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-309(a)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
receives in the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-309(a)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
sells in the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-309(a)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
delivers in the State; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-309(a)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
uses in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-309(a)(1)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The records kept under this subsection shall include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-309(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
bills of lading;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-309(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
invoices; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-309(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
any other pertinent record that the Comptroller requires to administer the laws that relate to the motor fuel tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-309(a)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A person required to keep records under subsection (a) of this section shall make the records available for inspection by the Comptroller at any time during business hours.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-309(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-309(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Comptroller may charge a person for the reasonable travel and other expenses of inspecting records required to be kept under subsection (a) of this section, if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-309(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the Comptroller decides that the inspection is necessary; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-309(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the person does not make the records available in this State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-309(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If a person does not pay charges assessed against the person under this subsection within 30 days after receipt of a bill for the charges, the Comptroller may:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-309(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
sue to collect the charges; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-309(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
cancel the license, if any, of the person in accordance with § 9-330 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-309(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-309 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–310
(a)
Each dealer, distributor, special fuel seller, or turbine fuel seller who sells motor fuel shall give the buyer an original invoice that includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-310(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the name under which the Comptroller licenses the seller; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-310(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a statement:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-310(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
of the amount of motor fuel tax charged; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-310(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
if tax is not charged, that the “Maryland motor fuel tax is not included”.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-310(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Unless the information required by subsection (a) of this section appears on the invoice for a shipment of motor fuel from a dealer, distributor, special fuel seller, or turbine fuel seller, a person may not accept the shipment, pay for it, or offer it for sale.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-310(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-310(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A person who sells motor fuel in violation of any provision of subsection (b) of this section shall pay twice the motor fuel tax due.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-310(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Any other person who violates any provision of subsection (b) of this section shall pay the motor fuel tax due.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-310(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-310 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–314
(a)
The motor fuel tax on gasoline shall be paid by:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-314(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the licensed Class B dealer who first receives gasoline imported into the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-314(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
any other dealer who:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-314(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
uses the gasoline; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-314(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
first sells the gasoline in this State to a buyer other than a licensed dealer authorized to acquire gasoline, in accordance with § 9–322 of this subtitle, without paying the motor fuel tax; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-314(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
any other person who acquires gasoline on which the motor fuel tax has not been paid.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-314(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The motor fuel tax on special fuel other than turbine fuel shall be paid by:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-314(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a special fuel seller who delivers that special fuel into a tank from which a motor vehicle can be fueled unless the person who uses or resells the special fuel has an exemption certificate that authorizes the person to acquire special fuel, in accordance with § 9–322 of this subtitle, without paying the motor fuel tax;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-314(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a special fuel user who uses that special fuel in a motor vehicle that is owned or operated by the special fuel user and registered to operate on a public highway; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-314(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
any other person who acquires that special fuel unless:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-314(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the motor fuel tax on that special fuel has been paid; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-314(b)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the person has an exemption certificate that authorizes the person to acquire special fuel, in accordance with § 9–322 of this subtitle, without paying the motor fuel tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-314(b)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The motor fuel tax on turbine fuel shall be paid by:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-314(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the turbine fuel seller who delivers the turbine fuel into the fuel supply tank of a turbine–powered aircraft; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-314(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
any other person who acquires turbine fuel on which motor fuel tax has not been paid unless the person has an exemption certificate that authorizes the person to acquire turbine fuel, in accordance with § 9–322 of this subtitle, without paying the motor fuel tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-314(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
A person required to pay motor fuel tax under this section shall pay it with the return that covers the period in which the person received, sold, or used the motor fuel.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-314(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
If a corporation, other than a nonstock, nonprofit corporation, is required to pay motor fuel tax, personal liability for the tax and interest and penalties on the tax extends to any officer of the corporation who exercises direct control over its fiscal management.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-314(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
If a limited liability company, or limited liability partnership, including a limited partnership registered as a limited liability limited partnership, is required to pay the motor fuel tax and interest and penalties on the tax, personal liability for the tax and interest and penalties on the tax extends to any person who exercises direct control over the fiscal management of the limited liability company or limited liability partnership.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-314(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-314 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–315
(a)
A licensed dealer or licensed special fuel seller shall deduct 0.5% of the 1st 10 cents of the motor fuel tax on each gallon of motor fuel, as a discount:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-315(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
instead of an allowance for evaporation, shrinkage, and handling; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-315(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
to reimburse the licensed dealer or licensed special fuel seller for expenses incurred for the State in:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-315(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
keeping records;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-315(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
collecting and paying the tax; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-315(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
preparing reports.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-315(a)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-315(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
This subsection does not apply to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-315(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
any aviation gasoline; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-315(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
any other motor fuel on which the motor fuel tax has not been paid.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-315(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
From the discount under subsection (a) of this section:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-315(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a licensed dealer who sells gasoline to a retail service station dealer shall deduct on the bill 1/2 of the discount;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-315(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a licensed dealer who sells gasoline to a licensed distributor or licensed special fuel seller shall deduct on the bill 2/3 of the discount;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-315(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a licensed distributor who sells motor fuel to a retail service station dealer shall deduct on the bill 1/3 of the discount;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-315(b)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
a licensed special fuel seller who sells special fuel to a retail service station dealer shall deduct on the bill 1/2 of the discount;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-315(b)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
a licensed special fuel seller who sells special fuel to a licensed distributor shall deduct on the bill 2/3 of the discount; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-315(b)(2)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
a licensed special fuel seller who sells gasoline to a licensed distributor shall deduct on the bill 1/3 of the discount.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-315(b)(2)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-315 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–318
A person shall be licensed by the Comptroller before the person may engage, in the State, in the business of:
(1)
a dealer;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-318(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a distributor;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-318(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
a special fuel seller;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-318(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
a special fuel user; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-318(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
a turbine fuel seller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-318(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-318 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–319
(a)
To qualify for a Class “A” license, an applicant shall be:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-319(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
an entity that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-319(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
blends or refines gasoline;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-319(a)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
owns or controls and dedicates at least 1 million gallons of storage capacity in the State to gasoline, other than aviation gasoline, and to special fuel; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-319(a)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
keeps in the State an inventory of at least 500,000 gallons of that gasoline and special fuel; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-319(a)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
an entity that is wholly owned by one or more entities that would otherwise qualify as a Class “A” licensee.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-319(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
To qualify for a Class “B” license, an applicant shall be an entity that is licensed by the state from which the gasoline is to be exported for importation into this State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-319(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
To qualify for a Class “C” license, an applicant shall be an entity that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-319(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
is based in another state;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-319(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
is licensed by the state to which that gasoline is to be exported;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-319(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
has no sales in this State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-319(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
does not own, operate or utilize in this State a facility that can store or dispense motor fuel.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-319(c)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
To qualify for a Class “D” license, an applicant shall be an entity that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-319(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
is organized under the laws of the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-319(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
does not blend or refine gasoline;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-319(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
has, in this State, excluding retail service stations, fixed storage tanks for at least 200,000 gallons of motor fuel other than aviation fuel;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-319(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
keeps an inventory of motor fuel in the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-319(d)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
annually sells in the State:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-319(d)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
at least 1 million gallons of gasoline to persons who are not licensed dealers; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-319(d)(5)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
of the total gallons of motor fuel acquired, at least 50% in gasoline.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-319(d)(5)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
To qualify for a Class “G–Temporary” license, an applicant shall be an entity that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-319(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
is not entitled to any other class of license for dealers;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-319(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
has a specific federal contract to supply gasoline to the United States or a unit of the United States that is entitled to an exemption under § 9–304 of this subtitle or to a refund under § 13–901(f)(1)(ii)2A of this article; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-319(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
is licensed by the state from which that gasoline is to be exported, if any part is to be imported into this State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-319(e)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
To qualify for a Class “W” license, an applicant shall be an entity that is not entitled to any other class of license.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-319(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
To qualify for an exemption certificate, an applicant:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-319(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
shall hold a Class “F”, “S”, or “U” license;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-319(g)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
shall be an entity that is exempt from the motor fuel tax under this subtitle; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-319(g)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
may not own or operate on public highways in this State a vehicle that is propelled by special fuel.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-319(g)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
If an applicant is organized under the laws of another state or country, the applicant first shall qualify to do business in this State under the appropriate provisions of the Corporations and Associations Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-319(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-319 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–320
(a)
An applicant for a license shall submit to the Comptroller:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-320(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a completed application, on the form that the Comptroller requires, that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-320(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
is made under oath;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-320(a)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
states the name under which the applicant does or will do business in the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-320(a)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
states, for partnerships, the name of each partner;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-320(a)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
states, for firms, the name of each member; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-320(a)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
states, for corporations, the names and addresses of its principal officers, resident agent, and attorney in fact; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-320(a)(1)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the bond required under Title 13 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-320(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
An applicant for an exemption certificate shall submit a completed application, on the form that the Comptroller requires, that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-320(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
is made under oath;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-320(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
states the name under which the applicant does or will do business in the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-320(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
states, for partnerships, the name of each partner;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-320(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
states, for firms, the name of each member; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-320(b)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
states, for corporations, the names and addresses of its principal officers, resident agent, and attorney in fact.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-320(b)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The Comptroller shall keep and index:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-320(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
each application filed under this section;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-320(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
each bond filed under this section; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-320(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
a record of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-320(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
each licensee; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-320(c)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
each holder of an exemption certificate.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-320(c)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-320 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–321
(a)
The Comptroller shall issue a license of the appropriate class to each applicant who meets the requirements of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-321(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The Comptroller shall issue an exemption certificate to each applicant who meets the requirements of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-321(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-321 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–322
(a)
A Class “A” license authorizes the licensee to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-322(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
import into this State gasoline on which the motor fuel tax has not been paid;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-322(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
export from this State gasoline on which the motor fuel tax has not been paid; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-322(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
acquire in this State from another holder of a Class “A” license gasoline on which the motor fuel tax has not been paid.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-322(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-322(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A Class “B” license authorizes the licensee to import into this State gasoline on which the motor fuel tax has not been paid, for personal use or for redistribution.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-322(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A holder of a Class “B” license may not acquire in this State gasoline on which the motor fuel tax has not been paid.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-322(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-322(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A Class “C” license authorizes the licensee to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-322(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
acquire, in this State, from a supplier whom the Comptroller specifically approves, gasoline on which the motor fuel tax has not been paid; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-322(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
export that gasoline.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-322(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A holder of a Class “C” license may not import into this State gasoline on which the motor fuel tax has not been paid.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-322(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-322(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A Class “D” license authorizes the licensee to acquire, in this State, gasoline on which the motor fuel tax has not been paid from:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-322(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a holder of a Class “A” license; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-322(d)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
another holder of a Class “D” license.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-322(d)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Unless authorized by the Comptroller, a holder of a Class “D” license may not import into this State gasoline on which the motor fuel tax has not been paid.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-322(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
A Class “F” license authorizes the licensee to engage, in this State, in the business of a turbine fuel seller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-322(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-322(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A Class “G–Temporary” license authorizes the licensee during the term of the federal contract for which the license is issued to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-322(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
acquire, in this State, gasoline on which the motor fuel tax has not been paid, in the amount that the contract specifies and from a supplier whom the Comptroller specifically approves; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-322(f)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
deliver that amount to the location that the contract specifies.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-322(f)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A Class “G–Temporary” license may be extended if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-322(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the original federal contract is extended; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-322(f)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
during the term of the license, another contract is awarded to the licensee.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-322(f)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
A Class “S” license authorizes a licensee to engage, in this State, in the business of a special fuel seller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-322(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
A Class “U” license authorizes a licensee to engage, in this State, in the business of a special fuel user.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-322(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
A Class “W” license authorizes a licensee to engage, in this State, in the business of a distributor.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-322(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(j)
A dealer who holds any class of license because the dealer was licensed before July 1, 1985, has the privileges authorized for that class until the dealer is required to apply for a new license, in accordance with regulations of the Comptroller in effect as of July 1, 1985.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-322(j) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(k)
As indicated on an exemption certificate, the certificate authorizes the holder to acquire, in bulk and without paying the motor fuel tax:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-322(k) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
special fuel other than turbine fuel; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-322(k)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
turbine fuel.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-322(k)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-322 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–323
(a)
Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, a license or an exemption certificate expires on the first May 31 after its effective date.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-323(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A Class “G-Temporary” license expires on the earlier of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-323(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
termination of the contract for which the license was issued; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-323(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the first May 31 after its effective date.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-323(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-323 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–324
Each licensee and exemption certificate holder shall display the license or certificate conspicuously in each place of business, in this State, of the licensee or holder.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-324 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–325
A license or exemption certificate is valid only for the person in whose name the license or certificate is issued and is not assignable.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-325 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–326
(a)
To obtain proper identification of a person who receives, buys, sells, or uses motor fuel, the Comptroller may:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-326(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
require information necessary to assign an identification number to the person; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-326(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
assign a license or other identification number to the person.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-326(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A person required to file a return or other document under this subtitle shall include the identification number of the person filing and of each other person listed in the other document.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-326(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A person who is to be listed in any return or other document filed by another person under this subtitle shall give the appropriate identification number to the person who is required to file the document.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-326(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-326 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–327
(a)
To obtain an exemption under § 9-303(a), (b), or (c) of this subtitle, a dealer, distributor, special fuel seller, special fuel user, or turbine fuel seller shall complete and submit any certificates and reports that the Comptroller requires, by regulation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-327(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
If the holder of an exemption certificate changes the use of any special fuel obtained under that certificate to a taxable use, the holder shall give the Comptroller written notice of the change within 5 days after the first change.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-327(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-327 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–328
Subject to the hearing provisions of § 9-329 of this subtitle, the Comptroller may deny a license or exemption certificate to any applicant, if the applicant:
(1)
fraudulently or deceptively has obtained or attempts to obtain a license or exemption certificate for the applicant or another person;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-328(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
previously has had a license or exemption certificate canceled for cause; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-328(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
in the judgment of the Comptroller, has not filed an application in good faith.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-328(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-328 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–329
(a)
Except as otherwise provided in § 10-226 of the State Government Article, before the Comptroller takes any action under § 9-328 of this subtitle, the Comptroller shall give the person against whom the action is contemplated an opportunity for a hearing before the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-329(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-329(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Comptroller shall give notice and hold the hearing in accordance with Title 10, Subtitle 2 of the State Government Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-329(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The notice shall be sent so that the applicant has at least 5 days’ notice before the hearing.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-329(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The Comptroller may administer oaths in connection with any proceeding under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-329(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-329 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–330
Subject to § 9-331 of this subtitle, the Comptroller may cancel a license or exemption certificate if the licensee or certificate holder:
(1)
files false information under this subtitle;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-330(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
fails to file a report required under this subtitle;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-330(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
fails to give the Comptroller the notice of a change in use required under § 9-327(b) of this subtitle;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-330(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
fails to pay any motor fuel tax, interest, or penalty due under this subtitle;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-330(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
violates any requirement for the class of license held;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-330(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
violates any regulation adopted under this subtitle;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-330(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
fails to maintain the bond required under Title 13 of this article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-330(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(8)
stops engaging for more than 6 consecutive months in the business for which licensed; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-330(8) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(9)
fails to keep records required under this article, Title 10, Subtitle 3 of the Business Regulation Article, or an applicable regulation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-330(9) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-330 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–331
If the Comptroller cancels a license or exemption certificate under § 9-330 of this subtitle, the Comptroller shall notify the licensee or certificate holder in writing sent to the last known address of the licensee or certificate holder. The notice shall be sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, under a postmark of the United States Postal Service.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-331 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–332
Any person aggrieved by a cancellation under § 9–330 of this subtitle or by a final decision of the Comptroller in a contested case as defined in § 10–202 of the State Government Article may appeal to the appropriate circuit court. The appeal shall be filed within 30 days after the mailing date of the final decision or notice of cancellation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-332 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–333
A licensee may request in writing that the Comptroller cancel a license held by the licensee. The Comptroller shall notify the licensee in writing of the decision on the request. If the request is granted, the cancellation takes effect on the last day of the month in which the request is received.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-333 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–334
The revocation or cancellation of a license under this subtitle does not discharge a person from a duty or liability imposed by law on that person before the revocation or cancellation takes effect.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-334 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–335
The Comptroller shall surrender the bond filed by a licensee if:
(1)
the license is revoked or canceled; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-335(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the licensee has paid all motor fuel taxes, interest, and penalties that are due.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-335(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-335 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–336
(a)
The Motor Vehicle Administration shall send promptly to the Comptroller the name and address of a person who registers a motor vehicle propelled by special fuel for operation on public highways.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-336(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The Comptroller shall notify immediately the Motor Vehicle Administration if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-336(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the Comptroller cancels a license or exemption certificate issued under this subtitle or suspends or revokes an identification marker, a permit, or temporary authority issued to a motor carrier under Subtitle 2 of this title for failure to comply with the provisions of this subtitle or Subtitle 2 of this title; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-336(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the Comptroller knows that a licensee, exemption certificate holder, or motor carrier has violated the provisions of this subtitle or Subtitle 2 of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-336(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
On receipt of a notice under subsection (b) of this section, the Motor Vehicle Administration shall suspend or revoke the appropriate registration.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-336(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
If the Comptroller is satisfied with the corrective action taken by the licensee or certificate holder, the Comptroller may reinstate the license or exemption certificate. If the license or exemption certificate is reinstated, the Comptroller shall give the Motor Vehicle Administration notice of the reinstatement and the Motor Vehicle Administration shall reinstate the registration of the licensee or exemption certificate holder.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-336(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-336 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 9–337
(a)
A person may not engage in the business of a dealer, a distributor, a special fuel seller, a special fuel user, or a turbine fuel seller without a license issued by the Comptroller under this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-337(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A dealer, distributor, special fuel seller, special fuel user, or turbine fuel seller may not receive motor fuel without a license issued by the Comptroller under this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-337(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A person may not transfer motor fuel on which motor fuel tax is due and has not been paid to a person who does not hold a license or exemption certificate issued by the Comptroller under this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-337(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 9-337 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–101
(a)
In this title the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(a–1)
“Active duty” has the meaning stated in § 9–901 of the State Government Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(a–1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
“Applicable tax base” means the portion of the income of an investment conduit or a special exempt entity on which a tax is imposed under:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
§ 11, § 527(b), § 528(b), § 852(b)(1), § 857(b)(1) or (4)(a), or § 860G(c)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
any other section of the Internal Revenue Code that the Comptroller determines by regulation to impose an entity level income tax on an entity that the Comptroller determines to be:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
an investment conduit under subsection (h)(2) of this section; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a special exempt entity under subsection (m)(2) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
“Corporation” includes an association or joint–stock company.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
“County income tax” means the county tax on income authorized in § 10–103 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
“Federal adjusted gross income” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
for an individual other than a fiduciary, the individual’s adjusted gross income as determined under the Internal Revenue Code;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
for a fiduciary other than one described in item (3) of this subsection, the fiduciary’s taxable income, as determined under the Internal Revenue Code, increased by the amount allowed to the fiduciary as a deduction for a personal exemption under § 642(b) of the Internal Revenue Code; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
for a fiduciary exempt from taxation under § 408(e)(1) or § 501 of the Internal Revenue Code, the fiduciary’s unrelated business taxable income as defined under § 512 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(e)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Fiduciary” means a person holding the legal title to property for the use and benefit of another person.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Fiduciary” does not include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
an agent holding custody or possession of property that the principal of the agent owns; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(f)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a guardian, as defined in § 13–101 of the Estates and Trusts Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(f)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
“Individual” means, unless expressly provided otherwise, a natural person or a fiduciary.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
“Investment conduit” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
any of the following entities described in the Internal Revenue Code:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(h)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a regulated investment company;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(h)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a real estate investment trust; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(h)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a real estate mortgage investment conduit; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(h)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
any other entity that the Comptroller determines by regulation to enjoy a status under the Internal Revenue Code pursuant to which the entity is not generally subject to income tax at the entity level so long as substantially all of its profits are distributed to the holders of equity interests in the entity.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(h)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
“Maryland taxable income” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
for an individual, Maryland adjusted gross income, less the exemptions and deductions allowed under this title; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(i)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
for a corporation, Maryland modified income as allocated under this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(i)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(j)
“Nonresident” means an individual who is not a resident.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(j) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(k)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(k) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Resident” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(k)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
an individual, other than a fiduciary, who:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(k)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
is domiciled in this State on the last day of the taxable year; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(k)(1)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
for more than 6 months of the taxable year, maintained a place of abode in this State, whether domiciled in this State or not;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(k)(1)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a personal representative of an estate if the decedent was domiciled in this State on the date of the decedent’s death; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(k)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a fiduciary, other than a personal representative, of a trust if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(k)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the trust was created, or consists of property transferred, by the will of a decedent who was domiciled in the State on the date of the decedent’s death;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(k)(1)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the creator or grantor of the trust is a current resident of the State; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(k)(1)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
the trust is principally administered in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(k)(1)(iii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Resident” includes, for the part of the taxable year that an individual resides in this State, an individual who:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(k)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
moves to this State with the intent to be domiciled in this State; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(k)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
is domiciled in this State and moves outside this State before the last day of the taxable year with the bona fide intention to remain permanently outside of this State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(k)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
If an individual under paragraph (2)(ii) of this subsection again resides in this State within 6 months after having moved outside this State, there is a rebuttable presumption that the individual did not have a bona fide intention to remain permanently outside this State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(k)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(l)
“S corporation” means a corporation that elects to be taxed as a small business corporation under Subchapter S of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(l) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(m)
“Special exempt entity” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(m) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
any of the following entities described in the Internal Revenue Code:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(m)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a farmers’ cooperative;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(m)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a political organization; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(m)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a homeowners association; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(m)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
any other entity not described in § 10–104(2) of this subtitle that the Comptroller determines by regulation to be exempt from federal income tax on all or some part of its income.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(m)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(n)
“State income tax” means the State tax on income imposed under this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(n) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(o)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(o) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Taxable year” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(o)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the period for which Maryland taxable income is computed under this title; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(o)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the annual accounting period defined in § 441 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(o)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Taxable year” includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(o)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a calendar year ending on December 31, as defined in § 441 of the Internal Revenue Code;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(o)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a fiscal year ending on the last day of a month other than December, as defined in § 441 of the Internal Revenue Code;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(o)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
if a return is made for a period of less than 1 year, the period for which the return is made; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(o)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
if an election is made under § 441(f) of the Internal Revenue Code, the period for which a return is made.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101(o)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-101 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–102
Except as provided in § 10-104 of this subtitle, a tax is imposed on the Maryland taxable income of each individual and of each corporation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–102.1
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Distributable cash flow” means taxable income reportable by a pass–through entity on its federal income tax return for the taxable year:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
adjusted, in the case of an entity using the accrual method of accounting to report federal taxable income, to reflect the amount of taxable income that would have been reported under the cash method of accounting;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
increased by the sum of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
cash receipts for the taxable year that are not includable in the gross income of the entity, including capital contributions and loan proceeds;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(a)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
amounts allowable to the entity for the taxable year as deductions for depreciation, amortization, and depletion; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(a)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
the decrease, if any, in the entity’s liability reserve as of the end of the taxable year; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(a)(2)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
decreased by the sum of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(a)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
cash expenditures for the taxable year that are not deductible in computing the taxable income of the entity, not including distributions to shareholders, partners, or members; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(a)(2)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the increase, if any, in the entity’s liability reserve as of the end of the taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(a)(2)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Liability reserve” means accrued unpaid liabilities that are not deductible in computing taxable income.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
“Member” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a shareholder of an S corporation;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(a)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a general or limited partner of a partnership, limited partnership, or limited liability partnership;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(a)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a member of a limited liability company; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(a)(4)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
a beneficiary of a business trust or statutory trust.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(a)(4)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
“Nonresident entity” means an entity that is not formed under the laws of the State and is not qualified by or registered with the Department of Assessments and Taxation to do business in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
“Nonresident taxable income” means any income described in § 10–210(b)(1) through (4) of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(a)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
“Pass–through entity” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(a)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
an S corporation;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(a)(7)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a partnership;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(a)(7)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a limited liability company that is not taxed as a corporation under this title; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(a)(7)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
a business trust or statutory trust that is not taxed as a corporation under this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(a)(7)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(8)
“Pass–through entity’s taxable income” means the portion of a pass–through entity’s income under the federal Internal Revenue Code, calculated without regard to any deduction for taxes based on net income that are imposed by any state or political subdivision of a state, that is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(a)(8) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
in the case of a member who is a resident, equal to the member’s distributive or pro rata shares of the pass–through entity; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(a)(8)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
in the cases of a nonresident member, derived from or reasonably attributable to the trade or business of the pass–through entity in this State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(a)(8)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, in addition to any other tax imposed under this title, a tax is imposed on each pass–through entity.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Each pass–through entity:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
shall pay the tax imposed under paragraph (1) of this subsection with respect to the distributive shares or pro rata shares of the nonresident and nonresident entity members of the pass–through entity; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
may elect to pay the tax imposed under paragraph (1) of this subsection with respect to the distributive shares or pro rata shares of all members of the pass–through entity.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
With respect to a pass–through entity that pays the tax imposed under subsection (b)(1) of this section in accordance with subsection (b)(2)(i) of this section, the tax shall be treated as a tax imposed on the nonresident or nonresident entity members that is paid on behalf of the nonresidents or nonresident entities by the pass–through entity.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Comptroller shall provide by regulation for the treatment of the tax imposed under subsection (b) of this section that is paid on behalf of a nonresident entity member that is itself a pass–through entity.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
With respect to a pass–through entity that pays the tax imposed under subsection (b)(1) of this section in accordance with subsection (b)(2)(ii) of this section, the tax shall be treated as a tax imposed on the pass–through entity itself.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
With respect to a pass–through entity that pays the tax imposed under subsection (b)(1) of this section in accordance with subsection (b)(2)(i) of this section, the tax imposed is the sum of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a rate equal to the sum of the rate of the tax imposed under § 10–106.1 of this subtitle and the top marginal State tax rate for individuals under § 10–105(a) of this subtitle applied to the sum of each nonresident individual member’s distributive share or pro rata share of the pass–through entity’s nonresident taxable income; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(d)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the rate of the tax for a corporation under § 10–105(b) of this subtitle applied to the sum of each nonresident entity member’s distributive share or pro rata share of the pass–through entity’s nonresident taxable income.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(d)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
With respect to a pass–through entity that pays the tax imposed under subsection (b)(1) of this section in accordance with subsection (b)(2)(ii) of this section, the tax imposed is the sum of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a rate equal to the sum of the rate of the tax imposed under § 10–106.1 of this subtitle and the top marginal State tax rate for individuals under § 10–105(a) of this subtitle applied to the sum of each individual member’s distributive share or pro rata share of the pass–through entity’s taxable income; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(d)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the rate of the tax for a corporation under § 10–105(b) of this subtitle applied to the sum of each entity member’s distributive share or pro rata share of the pass–through entity’s taxable income.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(d)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The tax required to be paid for any taxable year by a pass–through entity may not exceed:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
with respect to a pass–through entity that pays the tax imposed under subsection (b)(1) of this section in accordance with subsection (b)(2)(i) of this section, the sum of all of the nonresident and nonresident entity members’ shares of the pass–through entity’s distributable cash flow; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(d)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
with respect to a pass–through entity that pays the tax imposed under subsection (b)(1) of this section in accordance with subsection (b)(2)(ii) of this section, the sum of all of the members’ shares of the pass–through entity’s distributable cash flow.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(d)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
In accordance with § 10–701.1 of this title, each member may claim a credit against the tax imposed on the member for the member’s proportionate share of the tax paid by the pass–through entity under subsection (b) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
The tax imposed under subsection (b)(1) of this section that is paid in accordance with subsection (b)(2)(i) of this section and for which no election is made under subsection (b)(2)(ii) of this section does not apply with respect to the distributive share or pro rata share of a member that is itself a pass–through entity formed under the laws of the State or qualified by or registered with the Department of Assessments and Taxation to do business in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(f)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
A member of a pass–through entity that is itself a pass–through entity as described in subparagraph (i) of this paragraph shall itself comply with the provisions of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(f)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The tax imposed under subsection (b)(1) of this section that is paid in accordance with subsection (b)(2)(i) of this section and for which no election is made under subsection (b)(2)(ii) of this section does not apply with respect to the direct or indirect distributive share or pro rata share of a member that is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a real estate investment trust as defined by § 856 of the Internal Revenue Code; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(f)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
an entity that is exempt from taxation under § 501 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(f)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
The Comptroller may provide by regulation for:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the filing of composite returns by a pass–through entity on behalf of its nonresident and nonresident entity members; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(g)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
application of or exemption from the tax imposed under subsection (b) of this section for a pass–through entity:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(g)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
that files a composite return on behalf of nonresident and nonresident entity members; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(g)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the entity members of which are tax exempt.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(g)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, if a partnership fails to pay the tax when due, the tax may be collected from the partners under the law applicable to debts of the partnership, with the partnership and partners having rights of contribution against any partner on whose behalf the tax is paid.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(h)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Unless it is established by the Comptroller that the partner participated in a pattern of distributions to one or more partners with the intention of defeating the partnership liability for the tax imposed under subsection (b) of this section, any partner otherwise liable under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall be liable for the tax imposed on the partnership only to the extent of distributions from the partnership to that partner after the tax was due to be paid by the partnership.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(h)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Except as provided in § 10–701.1 of this title, nothing in this section limits or affects in any way the liability of an individual nonresident member or a nonresident entity member for the tax imposed on the individual nonresident or nonresident entity under § 10–102 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(j)
The tax imposed under subsection (b)(1) of this section that is paid in accordance with subsection (b)(2)(i) of this section and for which no election is made under subsection (b)(2)(ii) of this section does not apply to a publicly traded pass–through entity that has agreed to file with the Comptroller an annual information return reporting the name, address, taxpayer identification number, and other information requested by the Comptroller of each nonresident or nonresident entity member whose distributive share or pro rata share of the pass–through entity’s nonresident taxable income for the taxable year exceeds $500.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1(j) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-102.1 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–103
(a)
Each county shall have a county income tax on the Maryland taxable income of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-103(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
each resident, other than a fiduciary, who on the last day of the taxable year:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-103(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
is domiciled in the county; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-103(a)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
maintains a principal residence or a place of abode in the county;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-103(a)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
each personal representative of an estate if the decedent was domiciled in the county on the date of the decedent’s death;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-103(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
each resident fiduciary of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-103(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a trust that is principally administered in the county; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-103(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a trust that is otherwise principally connected to the county and is not principally administered in the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-103(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
except as provided in § 10-806(c) of this title, a nonresident who derives income from salary, wages, or other compensation for personal services for employment in the county.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-103(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Except for the county income tax, a county, municipal corporation, special taxing district, or other political subdivision may not impose a general local income, earnings, or payroll tax, a general occupational license tax, or a general license or permit tax based on income, earnings, or gross receipts.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-103(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-103 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–104
The income tax does not apply to the income of:
(1)
a common trust fund, as defined in § 3–501(b) of the Financial Institutions Article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-104(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
except as provided in §§ 10–101(e)(3) of this subtitle and 10–304(2) of this title, an organization that is exempt from taxation under § 408(e)(1) or § 501 of the Internal Revenue Code;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-104(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
a financial institution that is subject to the financial institution franchise tax;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-104(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
a person subject to taxation under Title 6 of the Insurance Article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-104(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
except as provided in § 10–102.1 of this subtitle, a partnership, as defined in § 761 of the Internal Revenue Code;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-104(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
except as provided in § 10–102.1 of this subtitle and § 10–304(3) of this title, an S corporation;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-104(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
except as provided in § 10–304(4) of this title, an investment conduit or a special exempt entity; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-104(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(8)
except as provided in § 10–102.1 of this subtitle, a limited liability company as defined under Title 4A of the Corporations and Associations Article to the extent that the company is taxable as a partnership, as defined in § 761 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-104(8) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-104 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–105
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
For an individual other than an individual described in paragraph (2) of this subsection, the State income tax rate is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
2% of Maryland taxable income of $1 through $1,000;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
3% of Maryland taxable income of $1,001 through $2,000;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
4% of Maryland taxable income of $2,001 through $3,000;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
75% of Maryland taxable income of $3,001 through $100,000;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(1)(iv)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
5% of Maryland taxable income of $100,001 through $125,000;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(1)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(1)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5.)
25% of Maryland taxable income of $125,001 through $150,000;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(1)(vi)(5.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(1)(vii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5.)
5% of Maryland taxable income of $150,001 through $250,000;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(1)(vii)(5.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(viii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(1)(viii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5.)
75% of Maryland taxable income of $250,001 through $500,000;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(1)(viii)(5.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
For spouses filing a joint return or for a surviving spouse or head of household as defined in § 2 of the Internal Revenue Code, the State income tax rate is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
2% of Maryland taxable income of $1 through $1,000;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
3% of Maryland taxable income of $1,001 through $2,000;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
4% of Maryland taxable income of $2,001 through $3,000;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
75% of Maryland taxable income of $3,001 through $150,000;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(2)(iv)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
5% of Maryland taxable income of $150,001 through $175,000;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(2)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(2)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5.)
25% of Maryland taxable income of $175,001 through $225,000;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(2)(vi)(5.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(2)(vii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5.)
5% of Maryland taxable income of $225,001 through $300,000;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(2)(vii)(5.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(viii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(2)(viii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5.)
75% of Maryland taxable income of $300,001 through $600,000;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(2)(viii)(5.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Except as provided in subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, if the Maryland adjusted gross income of an individual described in paragraph (1) or (2) of this subsection includes any amount of net capital gain, as defined and determined under the Internal Revenue Code, the State income tax for the individual is the sum of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the rates specified in paragraph (1) or (2) of this subsection applied to Maryland taxable income; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(3)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
an additional 2% of the amount of net capital gain included in the individual’s Maryland adjusted gross income.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(3)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
To the extent included in calculating net capital gain for federal income tax purposes, any amount of capital gain from the sale or exchange of the following assets is not subject to the additional 2% tax rate specified in subparagraph (i)2 of this paragraph:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
any residential dwelling sold for less than $1,500,000 that is the individual’s primary residence, including the land on which the dwelling is located and any accessory dwelling unit associated with the residence, if the dwelling is a single–family home, a town house, a row home, a residential condominium unit, or a residential cooperative unit;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(3)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
assets held in:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(3)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
a cash or deferred arrangement plan under § 401(k) of the Internal Revenue Code;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(3)(ii)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
a tax–sheltered annuity or custodial account under § 403(b) of the Internal Revenue Code;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(3)(ii)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(C.)
a deferred compensation plan under § 457(b) of the Internal Revenue Code;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(3)(ii)(C.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(D.)
an individual retirement account or individual retirement annuity under § 408 of the Internal Revenue Code;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(3)(ii)(D.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(E.)
a Roth individual retirement account under § 408A of the Internal Revenue Code; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(3)(ii)(E.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(F.)
a defined contribution plan, a defined benefit plan, or a similar retirement savings plan;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(3)(ii)(F.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
cattle, horses, or breeding livestock held for more than 12 months if, for the taxable year of the sale or exchange, more than 50% of the individual’s gross income for the taxable year, including income from the sale or exchange of capital assets, is from farming or ranching;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(3)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
land that is subject to a conservation, agricultural, or forest preservation easement or that will be subject to a conservation, agricultural, or forest preservation easement on the sale or exchange of the land;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(3)(ii)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5.)
property used in a trade or business, the cost of which is deductible under § 179 of the Internal Revenue Code; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(3)(ii)(5.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6.)
affordable housing owned by a nonprofit organization.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(3)(ii)(6.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
The provisions of paragraph (3) of this subsection shall apply for individuals described in paragraph (1) or (2) of this subsection with a federal adjusted gross income in excess of $350,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The State income tax rate for a corporation is 8.25% of Maryland taxable income.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
For a married couple filing a joint income tax return, the rates specified in subsection (a) of this section apply to the joint Maryland taxable income of the married couple.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
For a nonresident:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the rates specified in subsection (a) of this section apply to the nonresident’s Maryland taxable income, calculated without regard to the subtractions under § 10–210(b), (e), and (f) of this title; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the State income tax imposed equals the result obtained under item (1) of this subsection multiplied times a fraction:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the numerator of which is the nonresident’s Maryland taxable income, calculated with the subtractions under § 10–210(b), (e), and (f) of this title; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(d)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the denominator of which is the nonresident’s Maryland taxable income, calculated without regard to the subtractions under § 10–210(b), (e), and (f) of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105(d)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-105 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–106
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-106(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Each county shall set, by ordinance or resolution, a county income tax equal to at least 2.25% but not more than 3.30% of an individual’s Maryland taxable income for a taxable year beginning after December 31, 2001.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-106(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A county income tax rate continues until the county changes the rate by ordinance or resolution.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-106(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-106(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
A county may not increase its county income tax rate above 2.6% until after the county has held a public hearing on the proposed act, ordinance, or resolution to increase the rate.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-106(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
The county shall publish at least once each week for 2 successive weeks in a newspaper of general circulation in the county:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-106(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
notice of the public hearing; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-106(a)(3)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
a fair summary of the proposed act, ordinance, or resolution to increase the county income tax rate above 2.6%.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-106(a)(3)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
Notwithstanding paragraph (1) or (2) of this subsection, in Howard County, the county income tax rate may be changed only by ordinance and not by resolution.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-106(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
If a county changes its county income tax rate, the county shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-106(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
increase or decrease the rate in increments of one one–hundredth of a percentage point, effective on January 1 of the year that the county designates; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-106(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
give the Comptroller notice of the rate or income bracket change and the effective date of the rate or income bracket change on or before July 1 prior to its effective date.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-106(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-106(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
For any county income tax rate that is effective on or after January 1, 2022, the county may apply the county income tax on a bracket basis.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-106(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A county that imposes the county income tax on a bracket basis:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-106(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
shall set, by ordinance or resolution, the income brackets that apply to each income tax rate;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-106(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
may set income brackets that differ from the income brackets to which the State income tax applies;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-106(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
may not set a minimum income tax rate less than 2.25% of an individual’s Maryland taxable income; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-106(c)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
may not apply an income tax rate to a higher income bracket that is less than the income tax rate applied to a lower income bracket.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-106(c)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
A county may request information from the Comptroller to assist the county in determining income brackets and applicable income tax rates that are revenue–neutral for the county.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-106(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-106 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–106.1
(a)
An individual subject to the State income tax under § 10-105(a) of this subtitle, but not subject to the county income tax under § 10-106 of this subtitle, shall be subject to the tax imposed under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-106.1(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The rate of the tax imposed under this section shall be equal to the lowest county income tax rate set by any Maryland county in accordance with § 10-106 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-106.1(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The tax imposed under this section shall be distributed by the Comptroller in accordance with § 2-609 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-106.1(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-106.1 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–107
To the extent practicable, the Comptroller shall apply the administrative and judicial interpretations of the federal income tax law to the administration of the income tax laws of this State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-107 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–108
(a)
Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section and unless expressly provided otherwise by law, an amendment of the Internal Revenue Code that affects the determination of federal adjusted gross income or federal taxable income, does not affect the determination of Maryland taxable income under this title for:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-108(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
any taxable year that begins in the calendar year in which the amendment is enacted; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-108(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
any taxable year that precedes the calendar year in which the amendment is enacted.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-108(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Within 60 days after an amendment of the Internal Revenue Code is enacted, the Comptroller shall prepare and submit to the Governor and, subject to § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House a report that outlines:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-108(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the changes in the Internal Revenue Code; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-108(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the impact of those changes on State revenue and on various classes and types of taxpayers.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-108(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
Subsection (a) of this section does not apply to an amendment of the Internal Revenue Code if the Comptroller determines that the impact of the amendment on State income tax revenue is less than $5,000,000 for:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-108(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the fiscal year that begins during the calendar year in which the amendment is enacted; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-108(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
any fiscal year that precedes the calendar year in which the amendment is enacted.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-108(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-108 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–109
(a)
The Comptroller may distribute, apportion, or allocate gross income, deductions, credits, or allowances between and among two or more organizations, trades, or businesses, whether or not incorporated, whether or not organized in the United States, and whether or not affiliated, if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-109(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the organizations, trades, or businesses are owned or controlled directly or indirectly by the same interests within the meaning of § 482 of the Internal Revenue Code; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-109(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the Comptroller determines that the distribution, apportionment, or allocation is necessary in order to reflect an arm’s length standard within the meaning of § 1.482-1 of the Regulations of the Internal Revenue Service of the U.S. Treasury and to reflect clearly the income of those organizations, trades, or businesses.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-109(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The Comptroller shall apply the administrative and judicial interpretations of § 482 of the Internal Revenue Code in administering this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-109(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-109 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–201
An individual shall calculate Maryland taxable income by subtracting from the individual’s Maryland adjusted gross income calculated under Part II of this subtitle an amount that equals:
(1)
the exemptions allowed under Part III of this subtitle; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-201(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the deductions allowed under Part IV of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-201(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-201 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–203
Except as provided in Subtitle 4 of this title, the Maryland adjusted gross income of an individual is the individual's federal adjusted gross income for the taxable year as adjusted under this Part II of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-203 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–204
(a)
To the extent excluded from federal adjusted gross income, the amounts under this section are added to the federal adjusted gross income of a resident to determine Maryland adjusted gross income.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-204(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The addition under subsection (a) of this section includes interest or dividends, less related expenses, attributable to an obligation or security of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-204(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
another state; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-204(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a political subdivision or authority of another state.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-204(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-204(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If exempted by federal law or by treaty from federal but not State tax on income, the addition under subsection (a) of this section includes salary, wages, or other compensation for personal services.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-204(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If exempted by federal law or by treaty from federal but not State tax on income, the addition under subsection (a) of this section includes interest or dividends attributable to an obligation of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-204(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the United States or a foreign government; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-204(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
an authority, a commission, an instrumentality, a possession, or a territory of the United States or of a foreign government.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-204(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-204(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this subsection, “lump–sum distribution”, “minimum distribution allowance”, and “total taxable amount” have the meanings stated in § 402(e) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-204(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The addition under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount by which the total taxable amount of a lump–sum distribution exceeds the sum of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-204(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
60% of the capital gains portion of the total taxable amount; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-204(d)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the minimum distribution allowance.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-204(d)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
For purposes of this subsection, the capital gains portion of the total taxable amount is determined by multiplying the total taxable amount by a fraction:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-204(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the numerator of which is the number of calendar years of active participation by the employee in the plan before January 1, 1974; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-204(d)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the denominator of which is the number of calendar years of active participation by the employee in the plan.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-204(d)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
The addition under subsection (a) of this section includes the oil percentage depletion allowance claimed under § 613 or § 613A of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-204(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
The addition under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount of pickup contributions of a member of a retirement or pension system:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-204(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
provided for under § 21–313 of the State Personnel and Pensions Article; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-204(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
excluded from federal adjusted gross income under § 414(h)(2) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-204(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-204(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this subsection, “remaindermen” includes a person whose remainder interest is vested, contingent, or vested subject to divestment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-204(g)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The addition under subsection (a) of this section includes any capital loss derived from the sale or other disposition of intangible personal property that is held in trust, if the proceeds thereof are added to the principal of the trust, and if all the remaindermen in being are:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-204(g)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
nonresidents during the entire taxable year; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-204(g)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
corporations not doing business in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-204(g)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The addition required under paragraph (2) of this subsection does not apply if there are no remaindermen of the trust in being.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-204(g)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
The addition under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount deducted under § 222 of the Internal Revenue Code for qualified tuition and related expenses paid during the taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-204(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Repealed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-204(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(j)
The addition under subsection (a) of this section includes any amount deducted for costs, as defined under § 10–732 of this title, for security clearance administrative expenses and construction and equipment costs incurred to construct or renovate a sensitive compartmented information facility if an amount is included in the application for a credit under § 10–732 of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-204(j) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(k)
For a taxable year beginning after December 31, 2012, the addition under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount of income of an electing small business trust, as defined under § 1361(e)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code, that is subject to the special taxing rules under § 641(c) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-204(k) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(l)
The addition under subsection (a) of this section includes any amount deducted as a donation, as defined under § 10–736 or § 10–749 of this title, to the extent that the amount of the donation is included in an application for a credit that is certified under § 10–736 or § 10–749 of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-204(l) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-204 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–205
(a)
In addition to the modification under § 10–204 of this subtitle, the amounts under this section are added to the federal adjusted gross income of a resident to determine Maryland adjusted gross income.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The addition under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount of a credit claimed under:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
§ 10–702 of this title for wages paid to an employee in an enterprise zone; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
§ 10–704.7 of this title or § 8–216 of this article for wages paid and qualified child care or transportation expenses incurred with respect to a qualified employee with a disability.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
In the year after decertification of land used for commercial forest land under § 5–219 of the Natural Resources Article, the addition under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount allowed in a prior taxable year as a subtraction under § 10–208(i) of this subtitle for reforestation or timber stand improvement.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
The addition under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount of a credit that is claimed under § 10–703 of this title and is based on a tax paid by an S corporation to a state that does not recognize the federal tax treatment of an S corporation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d–1)
The addition under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount of a credit that is claimed under § 10–703 of this title and is based on a tax imposed on any pass–through entity by another state that is deductible in determining the pass–through entity’s income under the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(d–1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this subsection the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(e)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Loss year” means the taxable year in which there occurs a net operating loss that is carried back or carried over in whole or in part to another taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(e)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“Net addition modification” means, for any taxable year, the amount by which the sum of the addition modifications required under this title exceeds the sum of the subtraction modifications allowed under this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(e)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
“Net operating loss deduction” means a net operating loss deduction allowed for federal income tax purposes under § 172 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(e)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If a net operating loss deduction is allowed for the taxable year, the addition under subsection (a) of this section for the taxable year includes, for each loss year as to which a portion of the net operating loss deduction is attributable, an amount equal to the lesser of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the amount of the net operating loss deduction attributable to that loss year; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(e)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the amount by which the total net operating loss in the loss year is less than the sum of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(e)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the net addition modification for that loss year; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(e)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the cumulative net operating loss deductions attributable to that loss year allowed for the taxable year and all prior taxable years.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(e)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
The addition under subsection (a) of this section includes 50% of the sum of tax preference items under § 10–222 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
The addition under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount claimed and allowed as a deduction for federal income tax purposes for expenses attributable to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
operating a family child care home in the State without having the registration required by § 9.5–304 of the Education Article; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(g)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
operating a child care center in the State without having the license required by § 9.5–405 of the Education Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(g)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(h)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this subsection the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(h)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Account holder” means an account holder as defined in § 18–1901, § 18–19A–01, or § 18–19B–01 of the Education Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(h)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“Qualified beneficiary” has the meaning stated in § 18–1901 of the Education Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(h)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
“Qualified designated beneficiary” means a qualified designated beneficiary as defined in § 18–19A–01 or § 18–19B–01 of the Education Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(h)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
“Qualified higher education expenses” has the meaning stated in § 529 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(h)(1)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The addition under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(h)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
any refund received in the taxable year by an account holder under a prepaid contract in accordance with the Maryland Senator Edward J. Kasemeyer Prepaid College Trust; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(h)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
any distribution received in the taxable year by an account holder under a prepaid contract in accordance with the Maryland Senator Edward J. Kasemeyer Prepaid College Trust or under an investment account in accordance with the Maryland Senator Edward J. Kasemeyer College Investment Plan or the Maryland Broker–Dealer College Investment Plan that is not used on behalf of the qualified beneficiary or qualified designated beneficiary for qualified higher education expenses.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(h)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The amount of the addition required under this subsection shall be reduced by any amount included in the individual’s federal adjusted gross income as a result of the refund or distribution.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(h)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
The cumulative amount of the addition under this subsection for the taxable year and all prior taxable years may not exceed the cumulative amount allowed as a subtraction:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(h)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
under § 10–208(n) of this subtitle for the taxable year and all prior taxable years for the account holder’s payments to the prepaid contract under which the refund or distribution is received; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(h)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
under § 10–208(o) of this subtitle for the taxable year and all prior taxable years for contributions made by an account holder to an investment account under which the distribution is received.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(h)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
The addition under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount of a credit claimed under § 10–721 of this title for Maryland qualified research and development expenses.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(j)
The addition under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount of a credit claimed under § 10–726 of this title for research and development expenses for cellulosic ethanol technology.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(j) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(k)
The addition under subsection (a) of this section includes, if a taxpayer sold or exchanged a property for which a subtraction modification enacted by Chapters 544 and 545 of the Acts of the General Assembly of 2012, as amended, or Chapter 231 of the Acts of the General Assembly of 2017 has been claimed, the difference between:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(k) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the taxpayer’s federal adjusted gross income as reportable under the federal Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act of 2007, as amended, prior to its expiration on December 31, 2012, and without regard to the date limitation in § 108(a)(1)(e) of the Internal Revenue Code; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(k)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the taxpayer’s federal adjusted gross income as claimed in the taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(k)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(l)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(l) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(l)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this subsection the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(l)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“ABLE account contributor” means an individual who contributes money to an ABLE account as defined in § 18–19C–01 of the Education Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(l)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“ABLE account holder” means the holder of an account as defined in § 18–19C–01 of the Education Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(l)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
“Designated beneficiary” has the meaning stated in § 18–19C–01 of the Education Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(l)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
“Qualified disability expenses” has the meaning stated in § 18–19C–01 of the Education Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(l)(1)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The addition under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(l)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
any refund received in the taxable year by an ABLE account contributor under the Maryland ABLE Program; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(l)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
any distribution received in the taxable year by an ABLE account holder in accordance with the Maryland ABLE Program that is not used for the benefit of the designated beneficiary for qualified disability expenses.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(l)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The amount of the addition required under this subsection shall be reduced by any amount included in the individual’s federal adjusted gross income as a result of a refund or distribution.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(l)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
The cumulative amount of the addition under this subsection for the taxable year and all prior taxable years may not exceed the cumulative amount allowed as a subtraction under § 10–208(v) of this subtitle for the taxable year and all prior taxable years for contributions made by an ABLE account contributor to an ABLE account under the Maryland ABLE Program under which the distribution is received.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(l)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(m)
The addition under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount of credit that is claimed under § 10–701.1 of this title for the amount of tax paid by a pass–through entity under § 10–102.1 of this title and is attributable to the member’s share of tax on the member’s share of the pass–through entity’s taxable income, as defined in § 10–102.1(a)(8) of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205(m) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-205 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–206
(a)
The amounts under this section are added to the federal adjusted gross income of a nonresident to determine Maryland adjusted gross income.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-206(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
To the extent attributable to Maryland sources the addition under subsection (a) of this section includes the additions required for a resident under § 10-204 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-206(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The addition under subsection (a) of this section includes the additions required for a resident under § 10-205 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-206(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
The addition under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount of any loss or adjustment to income that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-206(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
is included in computing federal adjusted gross income; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-206(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
is not attributable to Maryland sources.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-206(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-206 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–207
(a)
To the extent included in federal adjusted gross income, the amounts under this section are subtracted from the federal adjusted gross income of a resident to determine Maryland adjusted gross income.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes a distribution, to a beneficiary, of accumulated income on which a fiduciary has paid the income tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes interest or dividends attributable to an obligation of the United States or an authority, commission, instrumentality, possession, or territory of the United States.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c–1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(c–1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(c–1)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this subsection the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(c–1)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Mutual fund” means a regulated investment company as defined under § 851 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(c–1)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“United States government obligation” means an obligation of the United States or an authority, commission, instrumentality, possession, or territory of the United States.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(c–1)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes a distribution or dividend by a mutual fund of interest or dividends attributable to a United States government obligation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(c–1)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes income attributable to an employer–provided official vehicle used in accordance with law by a member of a State, county, or local:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
police force; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
fire department.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes a payment from a pension system to an individual for a disability or injury that arose out of and in the course of the individual’s employment as a policeman or fire fighter.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e–1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(e–1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this subsection, “law enforcement officer” means a law enforcement officer as defined in § 1–101 of the Public Safety Article or other sworn law enforcement officer of the United States, a state, or a political subdivision of a state.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(e–1)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(e–1)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a payment from a pension system to the surviving spouse or other beneficiary of a law enforcement officer or fire fighter whose death arises out of or in the course of employment as a law enforcement officer or fire fighter; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(e–1)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a payment of a death benefit under a collective bargaining agreement from a county or municpality in the State to the surviving spouse or other beneficiary of a law enforcement officer or fire fighter whose death arises out of or in the course of employment as a law enforcement officer or fire fighter.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(e–1)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes income that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
is received by withdrawing money from a retirement account known as a Keogh Plan and established under Subchapter D of the Internal Revenue Code; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
is attributable to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
money contributed by an individual before 1967 for which the individual was not allowed a deduction at the time of contribution to the account; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(f)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
interest or dividends paid on the account on which a State tax on income was paid at the time that the interest or dividends accumulated in the account.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(f)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes a payment received under a fire, rescue, or ambulance personnel length of service award program that is funded by any county or municipal corporation of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
Repealed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes profit realized from the sale or exchange of a bond issued by the State or a political subdivision of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(j)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes a payment received:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(j) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
under Title II of the Social Security Act; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(j)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
as a benefit under the Railroad Retirement Act.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(j)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(k)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes payment for relocation and assistance under Title 12, Subtitle 2 of the Real Property Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(k) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(l)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes that portion of an annuity received by a retiree of a retirement or pension system:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(l) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
for which pickup contributions were made under § 21–313 of the State Personnel and Pensions Article; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(l)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
that is included in federal adjusted gross income under § 414(h)(2) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(l)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(m)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes a refund of tax on income received from a state or a political subdivision of a state.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(m) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(n)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes any income that federal law or treaty exempts from a state but not federal tax on income.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(n) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(o)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(o) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this subsection, “remaindermen” includes a person whose remainder interest is vested, contingent, or vested subject to divestment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(o)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(o)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
income derived from intangible personal property that is held in trust for the benefit of a nonresident or a corporation not doing business in the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(o)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
to the extent not included under item (i) of this paragraph, capital gain income derived from the sale or other disposition of intangible personal property that is held in trust, if the proceeds thereof are added to the principal of the trust, and if all the remaindermen in being are:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(o)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
nonresidents during the entire taxable year; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(o)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
corporations not doing business in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(o)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The subtraction allowed under paragraph (2)(ii) of this subsection does not apply if there are no remaindermen of the trust in being.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(o)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(p)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(p) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(p)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this subsection the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(p)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Military pay” means pay received as a result of military service.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(p)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“Military service” has the meaning stated in subsection (q)(1) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(p)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the first $15,000 of military pay that is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(p)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
received by an individual who is in active military service; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(p)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
attributable to military service of the individual outside the United States.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(p)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The amount of the subtraction under paragraph (2) of this subsection:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(p)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
is reduced dollar for dollar in the amount by which military pay received by the individual exceeds $15,000; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(p)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
is reduced to zero if the amount of military pay received by the individual exceeds $30,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(p)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(q)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(q) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(q)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this subsection the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(q)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Armed forces” has the meaning stated in § 9–901 of the State Government Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(q)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“Military retirement income” means retirement income, including death benefits, received as a result of military service.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(q)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
“Military service” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(q)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
induction into the armed forces for training and service under the Selective Training and Service Act of 1940 or a subsequent act of a similar nature;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(q)(1)(iv)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
membership in a reserve component;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(q)(1)(iv)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
membership in an active component of the armed forces; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(q)(1)(iv)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
active duty with the commissioned corps of the Public Health Service, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, or the Coast and Geodetic Survey.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(q)(1)(iv)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(q)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
if, on the last day of the taxable year, the individual is under the age of 55 years, the first $12,500 of military retirement income received by an individual during the taxable year; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(q)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
if, on the last day of the taxable year, the individual is at least 55 years old, the first $20,000 of military retirement income received by an individual during the taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(q)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(r)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(r) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this subsection, “modified Maryland adjusted gross income” means Maryland adjusted gross income determined separately for each spouse on a joint return without regard to the subtraction allowed under this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(r)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
For a two–income married couple filing a joint return, the subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the lesser of $1,200 or the modified Maryland adjusted gross income of the spouse with the lesser modified Maryland adjusted gross income for the taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(r)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(s)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(s) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(s)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this subsection the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(s)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Qualified beneficiary” has the meaning stated in § 18–1901 of the Education Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(s)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“Qualified designated beneficiary” means a qualified designated beneficiary as defined in § 18–19A–01 or § 18–19B–01 of the Education Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(s)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
“Qualified higher education expenses” has the meaning stated in § 529 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(s)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Except as provided in paragraph (3) of this subsection, the subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes any amount included in federal adjusted gross income as a result of a distribution to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(s)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a qualified beneficiary pursuant to a prepaid contract under the Maryland Senator Edward J. Kasemeyer Prepaid College Trust;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(s)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a qualified designated beneficiary from an investment account under the Maryland Senator Edward J. Kasemeyer College Investment Plan; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(s)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a qualified designated beneficiary from an investment account under the Maryland Broker–Dealer College Investment Plan.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(s)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The subtraction under paragraph (2) of this subsection does not apply to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(s)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a refund under the Maryland Senator Edward J. Kasemeyer Prepaid College Trust; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(s)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a distribution that is not used by the qualified beneficiary or qualified designated beneficiary for qualified higher education expenses.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(s)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(t)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(t) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(t)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this subsection the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(t)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Holocaust victim” means an individual who died or lost property as a result of discriminatory laws, policies, or actions targeted against discrete groups of individuals based on race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or national origin, whether or not the individual was actually a member of any of those groups, or because the individual assisted or allegedly assisted any of those groups, between January 1, 1929 and December 31, 1945, in the country of Nazi Germany, areas occupied by Nazi Germany, those European countries allied with Nazi Germany, areas occupied by those European countries allied with Nazi Germany, or any other neutral European country or area in Europe under the influence or threat of invasion by Nazi Germany or by any European country allied with or occupied by Nazi Germany.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(t)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“Nazi Germany” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(t)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
for the period from 1929 to 1933, the Republic of Germany, commonly referred to as the Weimar Republic; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(t)(1)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
for the period from 1933 through 1945, Deutsche Reich.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(t)(1)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(t)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
income of an individual related to tangible or intangible property that was seized, misappropriated, or lost as a result of the actions or policies of Nazi Germany toward a Holocaust victim; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(t)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
amounts received by an individual as reparations or restitution for the loss of liberty or damage to the health of the individual because the individual is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(t)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
a Holocaust victim; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(t)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
a spouse or descendant of a Holocaust victim.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(t)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The subtraction under paragraph (2) of this subsection includes interest on the proceeds receivable as insurance under policies issued to a Holocaust victim by European insurance companies prior to and during World War II.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(t)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
The subtraction under paragraph (2) of this subsection does not include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(t)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
assets acquired with the assets described in paragraph (2) of this subsection; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(t)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
assets acquired with the proceeds from the sale of the assets described in paragraph (2) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(t)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
The subtraction under paragraph (2)(i) of this subsection shall only apply if the individual:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(t)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
is the first recipient of the assets described in paragraph (2)(i) of this subsection after their recovery; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(t)(5)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(t)(5)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
a Holocaust victim; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(t)(5)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
a spouse or descendant of a Holocaust victim.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(t)(5)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(u)
Repealed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(u) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this subsection, “artistic work”, “arts and entertainment district”, and “qualifying residing artist” have the meanings stated in § 4–701 of the Economic Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(v)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount of income derived within an arts and entertainment district by a qualifying residing artist from the publication, production, or sale of an artistic work that the artist created, wrote, composed, or executed in the arts and entertainment district.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(v)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
For the purpose of determining whether income is derived within an arts and entertainment district for the purpose of this subsection, a qualifying residing artist shall allocate receipts and expenses as the Comptroller may require.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(v)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(w)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(w) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this subsection:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(w)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
except as provided in item (ii) of this paragraph, “foreign earned income” means foreign earned income within the meaning of § 911(b)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code, subject to the limitation under § 911(b)(2) of the Internal Revenue Code; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(w)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“foreign earned income” includes amounts paid by the United States or an agency of the United States to an employee of the United States or of an agency of the United States.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(w)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Subject to the limitation under paragraph (3) of this subsection, for each taxable year beginning after December 31, 2006, but before January 1, 2010, the subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the foreign earned income of an individual earned as an employee of the United States or of an agency of the United States.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(w)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The amount subtracted under this section:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(w)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
does not include any amount subtracted under any other provisions of this section; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(w)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
may not exceed $3,500 for any taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(w)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(x)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes an amount received as a grant under the Solar Energy Grant Program under § 9–2007 of the State Government Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(x) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(y)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(y) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this subsection, “principal residence” has the meaning stated in § 121 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(y)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Subject to paragraph (3) of this subsection, the subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount of a gain resulting from a payment from the Maryland Department of Transportation to an individual for the acquisition of a portion of the individual’s property on which the individual’s principal residence is located.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(y)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The amount subtracted under this subsection may not exceed the amount that may be excluded from income on the condemnation of an individual’s principal residence under § 121 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(y)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(z)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(z) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(z)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this subsection the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(z)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Lost pay” means wages, salary, or other compensation attributable to services performed, or that would have been performed but for a claimed violation of law, as an employee, a former employee, or a prospective employee.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(z)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(z)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
“Noneconomic damages” means amounts received by a claimant in satisfaction of a claim of unlawful discrimination, other than compensation for lost pay or punitive damages.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(z)(1)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
“Noneconomic damages” includes amounts received as a result of a claim of unlawful discrimination:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(z)(1)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
whether by judgment or other order or by settlement; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(z)(1)(iii)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
whether payable in a lump sum or periodic payments.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(z)(1)(iii)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
“Unlawful discrimination” has the meaning stated in § 62(e) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(z)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes any amount received by a claimant for noneconomic damages as a result of a claim of unlawful discrimination.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(z)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(aa)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(aa) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount of student loan indebtedness discharged.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(aa)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
To qualify for the subtraction modification provided under this subsection, an individual must attach to the individual’s income tax return or otherwise file with the Comptroller a copy of the notice stating that the loans have been discharged.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(aa)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(bb)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(bb) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(bb)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this subsection the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(bb)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Designated beneficiary” means a designated beneficiary as defined in § 18–19C–01 of the Education Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(bb)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“Qualified disability expenses” has the meaning stated in § 18–19C–01 of the Education Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(bb)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Except as provided in paragraph (3) of this subsection, the subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes any amount included in federal adjusted gross income as a result of a distribution to a designated beneficiary from an ABLE account under the Maryland ABLE Program.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(bb)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The subtraction under paragraph (2) of this subsection does not apply to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(bb)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a refund under the Maryland ABLE Program; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(bb)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a distribution that is not used for the benefit of the designated beneficiary for qualified disability expenses.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(bb)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(cc)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(cc) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(cc)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this subsection the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(cc)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Law enforcement agency” has the meaning stated in § 3–201 of the Public Safety Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(cc)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“Law enforcement officer” means an individual who:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(cc)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
in an official capacity is authorized by law to make arrests; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(cc)(1)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
is a member of the Maryland–National Capital Park Police, the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission Police Force, or a law enforcement agency, including a law enforcement officer who serves in a probationary status or at the pleasure of the appointing authority of a county or municipal corporation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(cc)(1)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
“Maryland Police Training and Standards Commission” means the unit established under § 3–202 of the Public Safety Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(cc)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the first $5,000 of income earned by a law enforcement officer if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(cc)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(cc)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the law enforcement officer resides in the political subdivision in which the law enforcement officer is employed; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(cc)(2)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the crime rate in the political subdivision exceeds the State’s crime rate;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(cc)(2)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(cc)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the law enforcement officer is a member of the Maryland Transportation Authority Police or any other State law enforcement unit; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(cc)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the law enforcement officer resides in a political subdivision in which the crime rate exceeds the State’s crime rate;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(cc)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(cc)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the law enforcement officer is a member of the Maryland–National Capital Park Police;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(cc)(2)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the law enforcement officer resides in a political subdivision that lies wholly or partially within the Maryland–Washington Regional District established under § 20–101 of the Land Use Article; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(cc)(2)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
the crime rate in the political subdivision exceeds the State’s crime rate; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(cc)(2)(iii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(cc)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the law enforcement officer is a member of the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission Police Force;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(cc)(2)(iv)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the law enforcement officer resides in a political subdivision that lies wholly or partially within the Washington Suburban Sanitary District; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(cc)(2)(iv)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
the crime rate in the political subdivision exceeds the State’s crime rate.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(cc)(2)(iv)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
On or before September 1, 2016, and every 3 years thereafter, the Maryland Police Training and Standards Commission shall certify to the Comptroller the political subdivisions in which the crime rate exceeds the State’s crime rate.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(cc)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(dd)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes an amount contributed by the State into an investment account under § 18–19A–04.1 of the Education Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(dd) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ee)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(ee) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount that would have been allowed for indebtedness discharged for qualified principal residence indebtedness under the federal Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act of 2007, as amended, prior to its expiration on December 31, 2012, and without regard to the date limitation in § 108(a)(1)(E) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(ee)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The subtraction under paragraph (1) of this subsection applies only to an owner–occupied principal residence.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(ee)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The subtraction under paragraph (1) of this subsection may not exceed:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(ee)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
$100,000 for an individual; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(ee)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
$200,000 for a married couple filing a joint return or an individual described in § 2 of the Internal Revenue Code as a head of household or as a surviving spouse.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(ee)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ff)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(ff) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the value of any medal given by:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(ff)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the International Olympic Committee;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(ff)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the International Paralympic Committee;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(ff)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
the Special Olympics International Committee; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(ff)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
the International Committee of Sports for the Deaf; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(ff)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
any prize money or honoraria received from the United States Olympic Committee that is the result of a performance at the Olympic Games, the Paralympic Games, the Special Olympic Games, or the Deaflympic Games.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(ff)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(gg)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the first $50,000 of compensation received by an individual during the taxable year in exchange for the sale of a perpetual conservation easement on real property located in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(gg) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(hh)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the value of a subsidy for rental expenses received by a resident of Howard County under the “Live Where You Work” program of the Downtown Columbia Plan.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(hh) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this subsection, “Pimlico site” has the meaning stated in § 10–601 of the Economic Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(ii)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(ii)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the amount of gain recognized as a result of the direct or indirect transfer or conveyance of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(ii)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
any property located, or used, at or within the Pimlico site; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(ii)(2)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
any portion of the Bowie Race Course Training Center property; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(ii)(2)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the amount of income recognized as a result of any expenditure of funds directly or indirectly by the State or Baltimore City with respect to the Pimlico site.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(ii)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(jj)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(jj) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this subsection, “coronavirus relief payment” means a federal, State, or local government grant or loan:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(jj)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
for which a person applied on or after March 5, 2020; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(jj)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
that was provided to the person for the purpose of assisting with the economic hardships resulting from the coronavirus pandemic.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(jj)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
For a taxable year beginning after December 31, 2019, but before January 1, 2022, the subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount of a coronavirus relief payment, including any amount of a coronavirus relief loan that has been forgiven, received by the person during the taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(jj)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(jj)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
The Comptroller shall publish guidance to taxpayers regarding eligibility for the subtraction allowed under this subsection, including a list of grants and loans that are eligible for the subtraction.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(jj)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
Within 30 days after the effective date of Chapter 39 of the Acts of the General Assembly of 2021, or if created after the effective date of those Acts, within 30 days after creating a coronavirus relief payment program, a unit of State government or a local government shall provide to the Comptroller the name of the coronavirus relief payment programs administered by the unit or local government.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(jj)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
On request by the Comptroller, a unit of State government or a local government that administers a coronavirus relief payment program shall provide to the Comptroller, within 30 days of the date of the request and in the manner requested by the Comptroller, the following information:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(jj)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the names of the coronavirus relief payment programs administered by the unit or local government;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(jj)(3)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
a list of recipients of a coronavirus relief payment, including the name, address, and tax identification number of each recipient;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(jj)(3)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
the amount of the coronavirus relief payment provided to the person;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(jj)(3)(iii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
the date that the coronavirus relief payment was provided to the person; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(jj)(3)(iii)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5.)
any other information requested regarding a coronavirus relief payment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(jj)(3)(iii)(5.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(kk)
For a taxable year beginning after December 31, 2020, but before January 1, 2022, the subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount of any State economic impact payment received by an individual in accordance with Chapter 39 of the Acts of the General Assembly of 2021.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(kk) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ll)
For a taxable year beginning after December 31, 2020, but before January 1, 2022, the subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount of utility arrearages forgiven during the taxable year, if the forgiveness of the utility arrearages was offered through grants provided to utilities in accordance with Sections 9 and 10 of Chapter 39 of the Acts of the General Assembly of 2021.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(ll) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(mm)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(mm) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(mm)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this subsection the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(mm)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Correctional officer” means an individual who:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(mm)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
was employed in:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(mm)(1)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
a State correctional facility, as defined in § 1–101 of the Correctional Services Article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(mm)(1)(ii)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
a local correctional facility, as defined in § 1–101 of the Correctional Services Article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(mm)(1)(ii)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(C.)
a juvenile facility included in § 9–226 of the Human Services Article; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(mm)(1)(ii)(C.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(D.)
a facility of the United States that is equivalent to a State or local correctional facility or a juvenile facility included in § 9–226 of the Human Services Article; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(mm)(1)(ii)(D.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
is eligible to receive retirement income attributable to the individual’s employment under item 1 of this subparagraph.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(mm)(1)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“Emergency services personnel” means emergency medical technicians or paramedics.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(mm)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
“Employee retirement system” has the meaning stated under § 10–209(a) of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(mm)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
“Public safety employee” means an individual who is a retired correctional officer, law enforcement officer, or fire, rescue, or emergency services personnel of the United States, the State, or a political subdivision of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(mm)(1)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the first $15,000 of income from an employee retirement system that is attributable to service as a public safety employee, if the income is received by an individual who is at least 55 years old on the last day of the taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(mm)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(nn)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the first $100,000 of income received by an individual during a taxable year if the individual is at least 100 years old on the last day of the taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(nn) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(oo)
The subtraction allowed under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount of union dues paid by an individual during the taxable year that were allowed as a deduction under § 162 of the Internal Revenue Code prior to January 1, 2018, without regard to the limitation imposed by § 67 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(oo) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(pp)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(pp) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this subsection, “benefit payment” means a payment that is provided to an individual or the family member of an individual as a result of the individual being injured or killed in the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge on March 26, 2024.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(pp)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
For a taxable year beginning after December 31, 2023, but before January 1, 2026, the subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount of any benefit payment received by an individual.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(pp)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(qq)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(qq) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this subsection, “legislative energy relief refund” means a credit against a person’s electric utility bill that is offered through grants provided to electric companies in accordance with § 9–20B–05(i)(3) of the State Government Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(qq)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount of a legislative energy relief refund received by a person during the taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207(qq)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-207 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–208
(a)
In addition to the modification under § 10–207 of this subtitle, the amounts under this section are subtracted from the federal adjusted gross income of a resident to determine Maryland adjusted gross income.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes an amount equal to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
$12,000, if during the taxable year the taxpayer adopts a child who the State determines is a child with a special need, as described in § 473(c)(1) and (2) of the Social Security Act, and the adoption is made through a private, nonprofit, licensed adoption agency or a public child welfare agency; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
$10,000, if during the taxable year the taxpayer adopts a child without a special need as provided under item (1) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes expenses that a blind individual or an employer of a blind individual incurs in providing a human or mechanical reader for the individual, if the individual has permanent impairment of both eyes with central visual acuity:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
of 20/200 or less in the better eye, with corrective glasses; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
of more than 20/200 if there is a field defect in which the peripheral field is limited so that the widest diameter of visual field subtends an angular distance no greater than 20 degrees on the better eye.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The total amount of the reading service expenses under paragraph (1) of this subsection may not exceed:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
$1,000 of expenses that an employer incurs for a reader used in the course of a blind individual’s employment; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
to the extent that an expense is not allowed as a medical expense under § 213 of the Internal Revenue Code, $5,000 of the expenses that a blind individual incurs for personal use or use in employment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this subsection:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
“enhanced agricultural management equipment” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
a planter or drill that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(1)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
is commonly known as a “no–till” planter or drill; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(1)(i)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
is designed to minimize the disturbance of the soil in planting crops;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(1)(i)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
liquid manure soil injection equipment that is designed to inject manure into the soil to reduce nutrient runoff;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(1)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
a deep no–till ripper that does not invert the soil profile and is used to address compaction in high residue cropping systems;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(1)(i)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
poultry or livestock manure spreading equipment used by a farm owner or tenant on farmland in accordance with a nutrient management plan prepared by an individual licensed by the Secretary of Agriculture in accordance with Title 8, Subtitle 8 of the Agriculture Article if the manure spreading equipment is used:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(1)(i)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
to spread poultry manure and bedding from normal poultry production with a capability of being calibrated to 1 ton per acre; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(1)(i)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
to apply solid or liquid livestock waste;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(1)(i)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5.)
vertical tillage equipment used to incorporate livestock manure or poultry litter into the soil;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(1)(i)(5.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6.)
a global positioning system device used for management of agricultural nutrient applications; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(1)(i)(6.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7.)
an integrated optical sensing and nutrient application system that measures crop status and applies the crop’s nitrogen requirements at variable rates based on predicted in–season yield potential for the crop and the predicted responsiveness of the crop to additional nitrogen; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(1)(i)(7.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“enhanced agricultural management equipment” includes equipment that attaches to or is pulled by equipment listed in item (i) of this paragraph.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Except as provided in paragraph (3) of this subsection, the subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes 100% of the expenses that a taxpayer incurs to buy and install enhanced agricultural management equipment if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the equipment has a useful life of at least 4 years;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the taxpayer:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
bought the equipment:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
after December 31, 1985, if the equipment is a planter or drill;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(2)(ii)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
after December 31, 1989, if the equipment is liquid manure soil injection equipment;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(2)(ii)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(C.)
after December 31, 1997, if the equipment is poultry or livestock manure spreading equipment;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(2)(ii)(C.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(D.)
after December 31, 2001, if the equipment is a deep no–till ripper that does not invert the soil profile; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(2)(ii)(D.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(E.)
after December 31, 2012, if the equipment is a global positioning system device used for management of agricultural nutrient applications or an integrated optical sensing and nutrient application system;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(2)(ii)(E.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
owns the equipment for at least 3 years after the taxable year in which the subtraction is made; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
uses the equipment in agricultural production; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(2)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
for liquid manure soil injection equipment, the equipment is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
used on land upon which farm products, as defined under § 10–601 of the Agriculture Article, are raised; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(2)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
not used to inject sludge into the soil.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(2)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes 50% of the expenses that a taxpayer incurs to buy and install enhanced agricultural management equipment that is vertical tillage equipment used to incorporate livestock manure or poultry litter into the soil if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the equipment has a useful life of at least 4 years; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the taxpayer:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
bought the equipment after December 31, 2012;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(3)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
owns the equipment for at least 3 years after the taxable year in which the subtraction is made; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(3)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
uses the equipment in agricultural production.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(3)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
To qualify for the subtraction under paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection, a taxpayer shall file a statement from the Department of Agriculture certifying compliance with the requirements of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
If the subtraction allowed under paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection exceeds the Maryland taxable income that is computed without the modification allowed under this subsection and the subtraction is not used for the taxable year, the excess may be carried over to succeeding taxable years, not to exceed 5, until the full amount of the subtraction is used.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(d)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes expenses for household and dependent care services not exceeding the dollar limit allowed under § 21(c) of the Internal Revenue Code and determined without reference to the percentage limitation in § 21(a)(2) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the fair market value of any artistic, literary, or musical creation or other artwork donated to and accepted by a museum in the State that is open to the general public if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the value is not deductible from federal adjusted gross income;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
at least 50% of total income for the current or prior taxable year is derived from the sale of artwork that the individual produced;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
an independent appraiser verifies the fair market value; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(f)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
the adjustment for the artwork is not more than 50% of the individual’s gross income in the calendar year of the donation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(f)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(g)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this subsection the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(g)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Farm product” means a farm product, as defined in § 10–601 of the Agriculture Article, that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(g)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
is grown or raised primarily to be sold;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(g)(1)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(g)(1)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
the farmer donates to a gleaning cooperative; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(g)(1)(ii)(2.)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
the farmer allows to be harvested or collected, free of charge, by a gleaning cooperative; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(g)(1)(ii)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
is suitable for human consumption when donated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(g)(1)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“Gleaning cooperative” means a nonprofit organization that is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(g)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
tax exempt under § 501 of the Internal Revenue Code; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(g)(1)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
organized and operated to provide and distribute food free of charge to needy individuals, including unemployed and low income individuals.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(g)(1)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
“Wholesale market value” means the value of donated farm products based on the wholesale market price of the farm product in the nearest regional market during the calendar week in which the donation is made, determined without consideration of grade or quality of the product, as if the quantity of the product donated were marketable.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(g)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount by which:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(g)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the wholesale market value, determined as of the date of the donation, of farm products donated by an individual during the taxable year to a gleaning cooperative; exceeds
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(g)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the amount attributable to the donated farm products that the individual claims as a deduction for a charitable contribution under § 170 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(g)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
To qualify for the subtraction under paragraph (2) of this subsection, an individual shall file with the individual’s income tax return:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(g)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a written statement from the gleaning cooperative that receives the farm products that certifies:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(g)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the quantity of the donated farm products received; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(g)(3)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
that the donated farm products will be used exclusively to provide free food to needy individuals and will not be transferred in exchange for money, other property, or services; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(g)(3)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a written statement from the Maryland Department of Agriculture, using such market data as is deemed suitable by the Secretary of that Department, that certifies the wholesale market value of the donated farm products.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(g)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
Repealed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes twice the amount of expenses for reforestation or timber stand improvement activity on 3 to 1,000 acres of commercial forest land, exclusive of federal funds.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Of the amount under paragraph (1) of this subsection:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
50% may be claimed in the taxable year in which the Department of Natural Resources issues an initial certificate of reforestation or timber stand improvement; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
50% may be claimed in the taxable year in which the Department of Natural Resources issues a final certificate of reforestation or timber stand improvement.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i–1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this subsection the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Public safety organization” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
a bona fide Maryland police agency;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(1)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
a bona fide Maryland fire, rescue, or emergency medical services organization;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(1)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
an auxiliary organization of a bona fide Maryland fire, rescue, or emergency medical services organization;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(1)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(1)(ii)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5.)
the Maryland Defense Force; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(1)(ii)(5.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6.)
the Maryland Civil Air Patrol.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(1)(ii)(6.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“Public safety volunteer” means a member of a public safety organization.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes an amount equal to the amount specified in paragraph (4) of this subsection if an individual is a qualifying public safety volunteer for the taxable year, as determined under paragraph (3) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
An individual is a qualifying public safety volunteer for the taxable year eligible for the subtraction modification under this subsection if the individual:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
is an active member of a public safety organization;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
serves the public safety organization in a volunteer capacity without compensation, except nominal expenses or meals;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
qualifies for active status during the taxable year under:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(3)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
a police auxiliary or reserve volunteer program approved by the Maryland Police Training and Standards Commission in conjunction with the Maryland Association of Counties and the Maryland Municipal League that includes uniform systems for qualification and record keeping, if the program is incorporated into the police agency’s rules and regulations;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(3)(iii)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
a volunteer fire, rescue, or emergency medical services personnel or auxiliary length of service award program operated by a county or municipal corporation of the State, if the length of service award program requires for active status qualification a minimum of 50 points per year and that points be earned in at least two different categories; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(3)(iii)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(C.)
a point system established by a county or municipal corporation that does not operate a volunteer fire, rescue, or emergency medical services personnel or auxiliary length of service award program or by the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary, the Maryland Defense Force, or the Maryland Civil Air Patrol, to identify active members of a volunteer fire, rescue, or emergency medical services organization or auxiliary organization, if the point system requires for active status qualification a minimum of 50 points per year and that points be earned in at least two different categories;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(3)(iii)(C.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
has maintained active status for at least 25 years under:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(3)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
a police auxiliary or reserve volunteer program; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(3)(iii)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
a volunteer fire, rescue, or emergency medical services personnel or auxiliary length of service award program or a point system established in lieu of a length of service award program;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(3)(iii)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
is a member of a reserve component who serves on active duty orders during the taxable year; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(3)(iii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
is a civilian or a member of the Merchant Marine on assignment in support of the armed forces of the United States during the taxable year in an area designated as a combat zone by executive order of the President; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(3)(iii)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
will have been an active member of a public safety organization for at least 36 months during the last 10 calendar years by December 31 of the taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(3)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
The amount of the subtraction under paragraph (2) of this subsection is equal to $7,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Each police agency shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(5)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
maintain a record of the activities of each member of a police auxiliary or reserve during the calendar year;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(5)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
provide each member a report by February 15 of the following year indicating that the member qualified during the preceding calendar year; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(5)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
provide a report that includes the names, Social Security numbers, and a certification that the individual qualified for the subtraction modification under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(5)(i)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
Each fire, rescue, or emergency medical services organization or auxiliary organization shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(5)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
maintain a record of the points earned by each individual during each calendar year;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(5)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
provide each member a report identifying the number of points earned in each category by February 15 of the following year; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(5)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
provide a report that includes the names, Social Security numbers, and points earned by those members qualifying for the subtraction modification under this subsection to the Maryland State Firefighters Association by May 1 of the following year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(5)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
An individual may not qualify for the subtraction under this subsection based on membership in the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary, the Maryland Defense Force, or the Maryland Civil Air Patrol unless the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary, the Maryland Defense Force, or the Maryland Civil Air Patrol:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(5)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
maintains a record of the points earned by each individual during each calendar year;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(5)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
provides each member a report identifying the number of points earned in each category by February 15 of the following year; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(5)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
provides a report that includes the names, Social Security numbers, and points earned by those members qualifying for the subtraction modification under this subsection to the Comptroller on or before October 1 of each year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(5)(iii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
To qualify for the subtraction modification under this subsection, an individual shall attach to the individual’s income tax return a copy of the report provided by the public safety organization under paragraph (5) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
On or before October 1 each year, each bona fide Maryland police agency shall submit to the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services and the Office of the Comptroller a report listing the names and Social Security numbers of individuals who qualified for the subtraction modification under this subsection for the preceding taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(7)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
On or before October 1 of each year, the Maryland State Firefighters Association shall submit to the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services and the Office of the Comptroller a report stating the participation in the point system by the various local subdivisions with the names and Social Security numbers of individuals who qualified for the subtraction modification under this subsection for the preceding taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(7)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(8)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(8) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
A person may not knowingly make or cause any false statement or report to be made in any application or in any document required under this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(8)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
Any person who violates or attempts to violate any provision of subparagraph (i) of this paragraph shall be subject to a fine of $1,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–1)(8)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i–2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, the subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the gross income of a child included in a parent’s gross income under § 1(g)(7) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–2)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The subtraction under paragraph (1) of this subsection does not apply for any child who, under § 10–805(b) of this title:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–2)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
is required to file an income tax return for the taxable year; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–2)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
would have been required to file an income tax return for the taxable year if the parent had not elected the application of § 1(g)(7) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(i–2)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(j)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(j) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes unreimbursed automobile travel expenses for volunteer service:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(j)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
to a nonprofit volunteer fire company;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(j)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
to an organization whose principal purpose is to provide medical, health, or nutritional care and to which a contribution is deductible under § 170 of the Internal Revenue Code; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(j)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
to provide assistance, other than transportation, to a handicapped individual, as defined under § 190 of the Internal Revenue Code, who is enrolled as a student in a community college of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(j)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The amount of the travel expenses under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall be:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(j)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
computed using the standard mileage rate allowed for unreimbursed automobile travel expenses under § 162 of the Internal Revenue Code; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(j)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
reduced by the amount of unreimbursed automobile travel expenses claimed as an itemized deduction for the same organization on the federal tax return under § 170 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(j)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(k)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(k) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount of salary or wages paid for which a deduction is not allowed under § 280C(a) of the Internal Revenue Code, not exceeding the credit allowed for targeted jobs under § 51 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(k)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The subtraction allowed under this subsection shall be reduced by the amount of the credit claimed by the taxpayer under § 10–755 of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(k)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(l)
Repealed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(l) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(m)
Repealed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(m) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(n)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(n) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(n)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this subsection the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(n)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Account holder” has the meaning stated in § 18–1901 of the Education Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(n)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“Contributor” means an individual who contributes funds to a Maryland Senator Edward J. Kasemeyer Prepaid College Trust account under Title 18, Subtitle 19 of the Education Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(n)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
“Qualified higher education expenses” has the meaning stated in § 529 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(n)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount of advance payments of qualified higher education expenses made by an account holder or a contributor during the taxable year as provided under a prepaid contract in accordance with the Maryland Senator Edward J. Kasemeyer Prepaid College Trust.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(n)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
Subject to paragraph (4) of this subsection, for each prepaid contract, the subtraction under paragraph (2) of this subsection may not exceed $2,500 for any taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(n)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
The amount disallowed as a subtraction under this subsection for any taxable year as a result of the limitation under paragraph (3) of this subsection shall be treated as having been made in the next succeeding taxable year and, subject to the $2,500 annual limitation for each prepaid contract, may be carried over to succeeding taxable years until the full amount of the advance payments has been allowed as a subtraction.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(n)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(o)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(o) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(o)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this subsection the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(o)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Account holder” means an account holder as defined in § 18–19A–01 or § 18–19B–01 of the Education Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(o)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“Contributor” means an individual who contributes funds to a Maryland Senator Edward J. Kasemeyer College Investment Plan or Broker–Dealer College Investment Plan account under Title 18, Subtitle 19A or Subtitle 19B of the Education Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(o)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
“Investment account” means an investment account as defined in § 18–19A–01 or § 18–19B–01 of the Education Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(o)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
“Qualified designated beneficiary” means a qualified designated beneficiary as defined in § 18–19A–01 or § 18–19B–01 of the Education Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(o)(1)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(o)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Except as provided in subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph and subject to the limitation under paragraph (3) of this subsection, the subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount contributed by an account holder or a contributor during the taxable year to an investment account.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(o)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
The subtraction under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph may not be taken if the account holder received a State contribution under § 18–19A–04.1 of the Education Article during the taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(o)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(o)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Subject to paragraph (4) of this subsection, for each account holder or contributor for all investment accounts maintained in the Maryland Senator Edward J. Kasemeyer College Investment Plan and the Maryland Broker–Dealer College Investment Plan for the same qualified designated beneficiary, the subtraction under paragraph (2) of this subsection may not exceed $2,500 for any taxable year per qualified designated beneficiary.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(o)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
For purposes of the limitation under this paragraph, each spouse on a joint return shall be treated separately.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(o)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
Subject to the $2,500 annual limitation for each account holder or contributor for each qualified designated beneficiary, the amount disallowed as a subtraction under this subsection for any taxable year as a result of the limitation under paragraph (3) of this subsection may be carried over until used to the next 10 succeeding taxable years as a subtraction.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(o)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(p)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(p) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this subsection, “health care facility” has the meaning stated in § 19–114 of the Health – General Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(p)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes 100% of the expenses that a taxpayer incurs to buy and install handrails in an existing elevator in a health care facility or other building in which at least 50% of the space is used for medical purposes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(p)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(q)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(q) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(q)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this subsection the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(q)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Nitrogen removal technology” has the meaning stated in § 9–1108 of the Environment Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(q)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“On–site sewage disposal system” has the meaning stated in § 9–1108 of the Environment Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(q)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount by which the cost difference between a conventional on–site sewage disposal system and a system that utilizes nitrogen removal technology exceeds the amount of assistance the Department of the Environment provides the homeowner under § 9–1108 of the Environment Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(q)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(r)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes any payment to an individual made as a result of a foreclosure settlement negotiated by the Attorney General.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(r) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(s)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(s) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(s)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this subsection, “qualified conservation program expenses” means amounts expended by an individual during the taxable year related to an application for the Forest Conservation and Management Program within the Department of Natural Resources.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(s)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Qualified conservation program expenses” includes the costs associated with hiring a professional land surveyor and the preparation of a land management program for the conserved property.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(s)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The subtraction allowed under subsection (a) of this section includes up to $500 of qualified conservation program expenses paid by an individual who applies to enter into a forest conservation and management plan with the Department of Natural Resources, if the application is approved by the Department.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(s)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(t)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(t) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, the subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes 100% of the costs of health insurance that a taxpayer incurs on behalf of another individual if the other individual and taxpayer are recognized by the State as lawfully married.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(t)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The subtraction under paragraph (1) of this subsection may not exceed the cost of a health insurance premium that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(t)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
is paid by the taxpayer or the employer of the taxpayer to provide coverage for the taxpayer’s spouse; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(t)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
is subject to federal income tax under the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(t)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(u)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(u) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(u)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this subsection the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(u)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(u)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
“Foster parent” means an individual approved by a local department to provide 24–hour care for a foster child in the home where the individual resides.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(u)(1)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
“Foster parent” includes a kinship parent.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(u)(1)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
“Foster parent” does not include a treatment foster parent licensed by a child placement agency.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(u)(1)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“Kinship parent” has the meaning stated in § 5–534 of the Family Law Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(u)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
“Local department” means a department of social services in a county or the Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(u)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Subject to the requirements of this subsection, the subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes 100% of the unreimbursed expenses that a foster parent incurs on behalf of a foster child.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(u)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(u)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
The subtraction allowed under paragraph (2) of this subsection includes only an expense that the local department approves as necessary.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(u)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
The subtraction under paragraph (2) of this subsection may not include an expense for which the foster parent receives an allowance or a reimbursement from any public or private agency.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(u)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
On or before October 1 of each year, the Department of Human Services shall submit to the Comptroller a list of approved foster parents.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(u)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
The subtraction allowed under paragraph (2) of this subsection may not exceed $1,500.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(u)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(v)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this subsection the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(v)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“ABLE account contributor” means an individual who contributes money to an ABLE account as defined in § 18–19C–01 of the Education Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(v)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“Designated beneficiary” means a designated beneficiary as defined in § 18–19C–01 of the Education Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(v)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
“Qualified disability expenses” has the meaning stated in § 18–19C–01 of the Education Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(v)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Subject to the limitation under paragraph (3) of this subsection, the subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount contributed by an ABLE account contributor during the taxable year to an ABLE account under the Maryland ABLE Program.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(v)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(v)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Subject to paragraph (4) of this subsection, for each ABLE account contributor under the Maryland ABLE Program, the subtraction under paragraph (2) of this subsection may not exceed $2,500 for any taxable year per qualified designated beneficiary.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(v)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
For purposes of the limitation under this paragraph, each spouse on a joint return shall be treated separately.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(v)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
Subject to the $2,500 annual limitation for each ABLE account contributor per qualified designated beneficiary, any amount disallowed as a subtraction under this subsection for any taxable year as a result of the limitation under paragraph (3) of this subsection may be carried over until used to the next 10 succeeding taxable years as a subtraction.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(v)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(w)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(w) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(w)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this subsection the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(w)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Organ” means all or part of an individual’s liver, kidney, pancreas, intestine, lung, or bone marrow.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(w)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“Qualified expenses” means any unreimbursed travel expenses, lodging expenses, child or elder care expenses, medication expenses, or lost wages.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(w)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes up to $10,000 of the qualified expenses paid or incurred by a living individual during the taxable year that are attributable to the donation of one or more of the individual’s organs to another individual for organ transplantation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(w)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(x)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(x) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this subsection, “eligible teacher” means an individual who is a kindergarten through grade 12 classroom teacher in an elementary or secondary school in the State on a full–time basis for an academic year ending during the taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(x)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Subject to paragraph (3) of this subsection, the subtraction allowed under subsection (a) of this section includes up to $250 of the unreimbursed expenses paid or incurred by an eligible teacher during a taxable year for the purchase of classroom supplies if the supplies are used by:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(x)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
students in the classroom; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(x)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the eligible teacher to prepare for or during classroom teaching.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(x)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The amount allowed as a subtraction under paragraph (2) of this subsection does not include an expense that is subtracted from federal adjusted gross income under § 62 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(x)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(y)
For a taxable year beginning after December 31, 2019, but before January 1, 2022, the subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount of benefits paid to an individual in accordance with Title 8 of the Labor and Employment Article, or in accordance with the unemployment insurance progam of a jurisdiction with which the State has a reciprocal taxation agreement, if the individual’s federal adjusted gross income for the taxable year does not exceed:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(y) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
$75,000 for an individual; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(y)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
$100,000 for a married couple filing a joint return or an individual described in § 2 of the Internal Revenue Code as a head of household or as a surviving spouse.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(y)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(z)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(z) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(z)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this subsection the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(z)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Diaper bank” means a nonprofit organization located in the State that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(z)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
is qualified as tax exempt under § 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(z)(1)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
is established and operating primarily for the purpose of collecting or purchasing disposable diapers or other hygiene products for infants or children; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(z)(1)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
distributes those diapers or hygiene products through schools, health care facilities, government agencies, or other nonprofit entities for eventual distribution to individuals free of charge.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(z)(1)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“Donation” means an irrevocable gift of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(z)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
disposable diapers, other hygiene products for infants or children, or feminine personal hygiene products; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(z)(1)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
cash that is specifically designated for the purchase of disposable diapers, other hygiene products for infants or children, or feminine personal hygiene products.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(z)(1)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
“Feminine personal hygiene products” means sanitary pads, tampons, menstrual sponges, menstrual cups, or other similar feminine hygiene products, whether reusable or disposable.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(z)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
“Qualified charitable entity” means a diaper bank, homeless shelter, domestic violence shelter, religious organization, or other charitable organization that has registered with the Comptroller as a distributor of disposable diapers, other hygiene products for infants or children, or feminine personal hygiene products.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(z)(1)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Subject to the limitations of this subsection, the subtraction allowed under subsection (a) of this section includes up to $1,000 of donations made by the taxpayer during the taxable year to a qualified charitable entity.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(z)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
To qualify for the subtraction under this subsection, the taxpayer shall file with the taxpayer’s income tax return:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(z)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the name of each qualified charitable entity to which a donation was made;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(z)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
proof of the value of the donation; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(z)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
any other information that the Comptroller requires.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(z)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
The Comptroller shall adopt regulations to carry out the provisions of this section, including the criteria and procedures for registration as a qualified charitable entity.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(z)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(aa)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this subsection the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Account holder” means a first–time homebuyer who establishes a first–time homebuyer savings account.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“Allowable closing costs” means a disbursement listed on a settlement statement for the purchase of a home in the State by an account holder.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
“Eligible costs” means the down payment and allowable closing costs for the purchase of a home in the State by an account holder.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
“Financial institution” has the meaning stated in § 1–101 of the Financial Institutions Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(1)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
“First–time homebuyer” means an individual who is a resident of the State and who has not owned or purchased, either individually or jointly, a home in the State in the last 7 years.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(1)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vii)
“First–time homebuyer savings account” or “account” means an account with a financial institution that an account holder designates as a first–time homebuyer savings account on the account holder’s Maryland income tax return for taxable year 2021 or any following taxable year and that is established for the sole purpose of paying or reimbursing eligible costs for the purchase of a home in the State by the account holder.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(1)(vii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(viii)
“Home” means a single–family residential real property, including a mobile home as defined in § 8A–101 of the Real Property Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(1)(viii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ix)
“Settlement statement” means the statement of receipts and disbursements for a transaction related to real estate, including a statement prescribed under the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act of 1974, 12 U.S.C. § 2601 et seq., as amended, and associated regulations.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(1)(ix) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Except as otherwise provided in this subsection and subject to the limitations under this paragraph, the subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
up to $5,000 of the amount contributed by an account holder to a first–time homebuyer savings account during the taxable year; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(2)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the earnings, including interest and other income on the principal, from the account during the taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(2)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
An account holder may claim a subtraction under this subsection:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
for a period not to exceed 10 years;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
for total earnings not to exceed $50,000 during that 10–year period; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
except as provided in paragraph (5) of this subsection, only if the principal and earnings of the account remain in the account until a withdrawal is made for eligible costs related to the purchase of a home by the account holder.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(2)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
A transfer of money into or from the account by a person other than the account holder to the account is subject to the requirements and limitations provided under this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
A person other than an account holder who transfers money to the account is not entitled to the subtraction under this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
An individual may jointly establish an account with another person if the joint account holders are both first–time homebuyers and file a joint income tax return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(5)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
An individual may not be the account holder of more than one account.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(5)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
An account holder may withdraw money from the account and deposit the money in a new first–time homebuyer savings account held by a different financial institution or the same financial institution.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
The account holder shall use the funds in the account for eligible costs related to the purchase of a home within 15 years following the date on which the account was established.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(7)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(7)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
This subparagraph does not apply to any funds in the account for which a subtraction has not been claimed under this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(7)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
Any funds in the account not expended on eligible costs by December 31 of the last year of the 15–year period under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph shall be subject to taxation as ordinary income.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(7)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(8)
The financial institution holding the first–time homebuyer savings account:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(8) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
may not be held responsible for the use or application of funds deposited in or withdrawn from the account; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(8)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
may use funds held in the account for paying the expenses of administering the account.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(8)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(9)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(9) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Except as authorized under paragraph (6) of this subsection or as provided in subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, if the account holder withdraws any funds from the account for a purpose other than eligible costs for the purchase of a home:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(9)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
those funds shall be taxed as ordinary income of the account holder; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(9)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the account holder shall pay a penalty to the State equal to 10% of the amount withdrawn.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(9)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
A disbursement of any assets of a first–time homebuyer savings account under a filing by an account holder for protection under the United States Bankruptcy Code, 11 U.S.C. §§ 101 through 1330, may not subject the account holder to tax liability.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(9)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(10)
An account holder claiming a subtraction under this subsection shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(10) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
submit to the Comptroller detailed information regarding the first–time homebuyer savings account with the account holder’s income tax return, including a list of transactions for the account during the taxable year; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(10)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
on a withdrawal of funds from the account, submit to the Comptroller a detailed account of the eligible costs toward which the account funds were applied and a statement of the amount of funds remaining in the account, if any.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(10)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(11)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(11) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
The financial institution shall provide to each account holder, in the manner specified by the Department of Housing and Community Development, information about homebuyer education and housing counseling programs and services provided by nonprofit and government organizations certified by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development that are available to residents of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(11)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
The Department of Housing and Community Development shall provide and maintain the information required under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(11)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(12)
The Department of Housing and Community Development shall conduct outreach to communities of the State that have experienced lower rates of homeownership regarding first–time homebuyer savings accounts and the availability of the subtraction under this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(12) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(13)
The Comptroller shall adopt regulations to carry out the provisions of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(aa)(13) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(bb)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(bb) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount of ordinary and necessary expenses paid or incurred during the taxable year in carrying on a trade or a business as a cannabis grower, processor, dispensary, or any other cannabis establishment licensed or registered by the State, if the deduction for ordinary and necessary expenses is disallowed under § 280E of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(bb)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The subtraction allowed under paragraph (1) of this subsection includes a reasonable allowance for salaries or other compensation for personal services actually rendered during the taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(bb)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The subtraction allowed under this subsection is applicable to all taxable years beginning after December 31, 2021.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(bb)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(cc)
For a taxable year beginning after December 31, 2024, the subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount of tuition assistance provided to students who are eligible dependents or surviving spouses of fallen transportation workers in accordance with Title 18, Subtitle 40 of the Education Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208(cc) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-208 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–209
(a)
In this section:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-209(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“employee retirement system” means a plan:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-209(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
established and maintained by an employer for the benefit of its employees; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-209(a)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
qualified under § 401(a), § 403, or § 457(b) of the Internal Revenue Code; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-209(a)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“employee retirement system” does not include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-209(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
an individual retirement account or annuity under § 408 of the Internal Revenue Code;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-209(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a Roth individual retirement account under § 408A of the Internal Revenue Code;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-209(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a rollover individual retirement account;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-209(a)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
a simplified employee pension under Internal Revenue Code § 408(k); or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-209(a)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
an ineligible deferred compensation plan under § 457(f) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-209(a)(2)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Subject to subsections (d) and (e) of this section, to determine Maryland adjusted gross income, if, on the last day of the taxable year, a resident is at least 65 years old or is totally disabled or the resident’s spouse is totally disabled, or the resident is 55 years old and is a retired forest ranger, park ranger, or wildlife ranger of the United States, the State, or a political subdivision of the State, an amount is subtracted from federal adjusted gross income equal to the lesser of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-209(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the cumulative or total annuity, pension, or endowment income from an employee retirement system included in federal adjusted gross income; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-209(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the maximum annual benefit under the Social Security Act computed under subsection (c) of this section, less any payment received as old age, survivors, or disability benefits under the Social Security Act, the Railroad Retirement Act, or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-209(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
For purposes of subsection (b)(2) of this section, the Comptroller:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-209(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
shall determine the maximum annual benefit under the Social Security Act allowed for an individual who retired at age 65 for the prior calendar year; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-209(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
may allow the subtraction to the nearest $100.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-209(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-209(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Military retirement income that is included in the subtraction under § 10–207(q) of this subtitle may not be taken into account for purposes of the subtraction under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-209(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Public safety employee retirement income that is included in the subtraction under § 10–207(mm) of this subtitle may not be taken into account for purposes of the subtraction under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-209(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
In the case of a retired forest ranger, park ranger, or wildlife ranger of the United States, the State, or a political subdivision of the State, the amount included under subsection (b)(1) of this section is limited to the first $15,000 of retirement income that is attributable to the resident’s employment as a forest ranger, park ranger, or wildlife ranger of the United States, the State, or a political subdivision of the State unless:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-209(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the resident is at least 65 years old or is totally disabled; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-209(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the resident’s spouse is totally disabled.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-209(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-209 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–210
(a)
The amounts under this section are subtracted from the federal adjusted gross income of a nonresident to determine Maryland adjusted gross income.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
To the extent included in federal adjusted gross income, the subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes all income other than:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
income derived from real or tangible personal property located in the State, whether the income is derived directly or from a fiduciary;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
income derived from:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a business that is wholly carried on in the State and in which the individual is a partner, shareholder of an S corporation, member of a limited liability company as defined under Title 4A of the Corporations and Associations Article, but only to the extent the company is taxable as a partnership under § 761 of the Internal Revenue Code, or proprietor; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
an occupation, profession, or trade that is wholly carried on in the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
the part, allocable to the State under § 10-401 of this title, of income derived from:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a business that is carried on both in and out of the State and of which the individual is a partner, shareholder of an S corporation, member of a limited liability company as defined under Title 4A of the Corporations and Associations Article, but only to the extent the company is taxable as a partnership under § 761 of the Internal Revenue Code, or proprietor; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210(b)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
an occupation, profession, or trade that is carried on both in and out of the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210(b)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
income from Maryland State Lottery prizes or winnings from any other wagering, as defined in § 10-905(e) of this title, in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210(b)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
To the extent not otherwise included under subsection (b) of this section, the subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the amounts allowed to be subtracted for residents under § 10-207 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
Subject to § 10-219 of this subtitle, the subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the amounts allowed to be subtracted for residents under § 10-208 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes income derived from wages, as defined in § 10-905(f) of this title, that are earned in this State if the Comptroller and the state in which the nonresident resides have agreed in writing to allow a reciprocal exemption from tax and withholding for the wages of residents of each state that are earned in the other state.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes income derived from wages that are earned in the State by a nonresident rendering police, fire, rescue, or emergency services in an area covered under a state of emergency declared by the Governor under § 14-107 of the Public Safety Article if the wages are paid by:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a nonprofit organization not registered to do business in the State and not otherwise doing business in the State; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a state, county, or political subdivision of a state, other than the State of Maryland.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–210.1
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210.1(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210.1(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Depreciation” includes any deduction allowed under § 179 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210.1(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Heavy duty SUV” means a 4–wheeled vehicle that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210.1(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
is manufactured primarily for use on public streets, roads, and highways;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210.1(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
is rated at more than 6,000 but not more than 14,000 pounds gross vehicle weight; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210.1(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
would be a passenger automobile as defined in § 280F of the Internal Revenue Code if it were rated at 6,000 pounds gross vehicle weight or less.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210.1(a)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210.1(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
“Manufacturing entity” means a person conducting or operating a trade or business that is primarily engaged in activities that, in accordance with the North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS), United States Manual, United States Office of Management and Budget, 2012 Edition, would be included in Sector 31, 32, or 33.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210.1(a)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Manufacturing entity” does not include a refiner, as defined in § 10–101 of the Business Regulation Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210.1(a)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
In addition to the modifications under §§ 10–204 through 10–210 of this subtitle, to determine Maryland adjusted gross income of an individual:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210.1(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210.1(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
except as provided in item (ii) of this item, an amount is added to or subtracted from federal adjusted gross income to reflect the determination of the depreciation deduction provided under § 167(a) of the Internal Revenue Code and the adjusted basis of property without regard to the additional allowance under § 168(k) of the Internal Revenue Code; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210.1(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
item (i) of this item does not apply to property placed in service by a manufacturing entity on or after January 1, 2019;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210.1(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
an amount is added to or subtracted from federal adjusted gross income to determine the net operating loss deduction allowed under § 172 of the Internal Revenue Code without regard to an election under § 172(b)(1)(H) of the Internal Revenue Code for a carryback period of up to 5 years;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210.1(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210.1(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
except as provided in item (ii) of this item, an amount is added to or subtracted from federal adjusted gross income to reflect the determination of the maximum aggregate costs that the taxpayer may treat as an expense under § 179 of the Internal Revenue Code for any taxable year without regard to any changes made to that section after December 31, 2002:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210.1(b)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
increasing above $25,000 the dollar limitation set forth in § 179(b)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210.1(b)(3)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
increasing above $200,000 the phase–out threshold set forth in § 179(b)(2) of the Internal Revenue Code; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210.1(b)(3)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
item (i) of this item does not apply to property that is placed in service by a manufacturing entity on or after January 1, 2019;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210.1(b)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
an amount is added to or subtracted from federal adjusted gross income to reflect the recognition of income from discharge of indebtedness and the allowance of any deduction with respect to original issue discount without regard to § 108(i) of the Internal Revenue Code; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210.1(b)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
an amount is added to or subtracted from federal adjusted gross income to reflect the determination of the depreciation deduction with respect to any heavy duty SUV as if the heavy duty SUV were subject to the limitations of § 280F of the Internal Revenue Code in the same manner as it would be if the vehicle were rated at 6,000 pounds gross vehicle weight or less.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210.1(b)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-210.1 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–211
(a)
Subject to the provisions of this section, an individual may deduct an exemption for:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-211(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the taxpayer;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-211(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the spouse of the taxpayer if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-211(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a joint return is not made by the taxpayer and the spouse; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-211(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the spouse, for the calendar year in which the taxable year of the taxpayer begins, has no gross income and is not a dependent of another taxpayer; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-211(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
each individual who is a dependent, as defined in § 152 of the Internal Revenue Code, of the taxpayer for the taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-211(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section, whether or not a federal return is filed, to determine Maryland taxable income, an individual other than a fiduciary may deduct as an exemption:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-211(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
$3,200 for each exemption that the individual may deduct under subsection (a) of this section;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-211(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
an additional $3,200 for each dependent, as defined in § 152 of the Internal Revenue Code, who is at least 65 years old on the last day of the taxable year;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-211(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
an additional $1,000 if the individual, on the last day of the taxable year, is at least 65 years old; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-211(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
an additional $1,000 if the individual, on the last day of the taxable year, is a blind individual, as described in § 10–208(c) of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-211(b)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-211(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If an individual other than one described in paragraph (2) of this subsection has federal adjusted gross income for the taxable year greater than $100,000, the amount allowed for each exemption under subsection (b)(1) or (2) of this section is limited to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-211(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
$1,600 if federal adjusted gross income for the taxable year does not exceed $125,000;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-211(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
$800 if federal adjusted gross income for the taxable year is greater than $125,000 but not greater than $150,000; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-211(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
$0 if federal adjusted gross income for the taxable year is greater than $150,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-211(c)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If a married couple filing a joint return or an individual described in § 2 of the Internal Revenue Code as a head of household or as a surviving spouse has federal adjusted gross income for the taxable year greater than $150,000, the amount allowed for each exemption under subsection (b)(1) or (2) of this section is limited to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-211(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
$1,600 if federal adjusted gross income for the taxable year does not exceed $175,000;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-211(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
$800 if federal adjusted gross income for the taxable year is greater than $175,000 but not greater than $200,000; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-211(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
$0 if federal adjusted gross income for the taxable year is greater than $200,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-211(c)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-211 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–212
(a)
To determine Maryland taxable income, a fiduciary other than a personal representative may deduct $200 as an exemption.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-212(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
To determine Maryland taxable income, a personal representative may deduct $600 as an exemption.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-212(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-212 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–213
The subtraction modifications for volunteer police, fire, rescue, and emergency medical services personnel under § 10-208(i-1) and (l) of this subtitle shall be known as the Honorable Louis L. Goldstein Volunteer Police, Fire, Rescue, and Emergency Medical Services Personnel Subtraction Modification Program.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-213 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–217
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-217(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-217(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, an individual may elect to use the standard deduction to compute Maryland taxable income whether or not the individual itemizes deductions on the individual’s federal income tax return in determining federal taxable income.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-217(a)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
If an individual elects to use the standard deduction on the federal income tax return, the individual may not take any itemized deduction in § 10–218 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-217(a)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A fiduciary may not use the standard deduction.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-217(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-217(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
For an individual other than one described in paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection, the standard deduction is $3,350.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-217(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
For an individual described in § 2 of the Internal Revenue Code as a head of household or as a surviving spouse, the standard deduction is $6,700.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-217(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
For spouses on a joint return, the standard deduction is $6,700.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-217(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-217(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
For each taxable year beginning after December 31, 2025, the standard deduction amount specified in subsection (b) of this section shall be increased by an amount equal to the product of multiplying the standard deduction amount by the cost–of–living adjustment specified in this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-217(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
For purposes of this subsection, the cost–of–living adjustment is the cost–of–living adjustment within the meaning of § 1(f)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code for the calendar year in which a taxable year begins, as determined by the Comptroller, by substituting “calendar year 2024” for “calendar year 2016” in § 1(f)(3)(A) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-217(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
If any increase determined under paragraph (1) of this subsection is not a multiple of $50, the increase shall be rounded down to the next lowest multiple of $50.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-217(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-217 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–218
(a)
Only an individual who itemizes deductions on the individual’s federal income tax return may elect to itemize deductions on the individual’s income tax return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-218(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Subject to subsection (c) of this section, an individual who elects to itemize deductions is allowed as a deduction the sum of the individual’s federal itemized deductions:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-218(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
limited and reduced as required under the Internal Revenue Code;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-218(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
further reduced by any amount deducted under § 170 of the Internal Revenue Code for contributions of a preservation or conservation easement for which a credit is claimed under § 10–723 of this title; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-218(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
further reduced by the amount claimed as taxes on income paid to a state or political subdivision of a state, after subtracting a pro rata portion of the reduction to itemized deductions required under § 68 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-218(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-218(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this subsection, “applicable amount” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-218(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
$100,000 for a married individual filing separately; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-218(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
$200,000 for all other filers.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-218(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
This subsection does not apply to a fiduciary.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-218(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
In the case of an individual whose federal adjusted gross income exceeds the applicable amount, the amount of itemized deductions otherwise allowable for a taxable year shall be reduced by 7.5% of the excess of the federal adjusted gross income over the applicable amount.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-218(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
This subsection shall be applied after the application of any other limitation on the allowance of any itemized deduction.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-218(c)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-218 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–219
(a)
A nonresident may claim and shall include only the part attributable to Maryland, as determined under this section, of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-219(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the subtractions from federal adjusted gross income under § 10-208 of this subtitle;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-219(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the deduction for exemptions under § 10-211 or § 10-212 of this subtitle; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-219(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-219(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the standard deduction under § 10-217 of this subtitle; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-219(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
itemized deductions under § 10-218 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-219(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Unless the Comptroller requires or allows another method to compute the items listed in subsection (a) of this section, a nonresident shall prorate the items using a fraction:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-219(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the numerator of which is the Maryland adjusted gross income of the nonresident; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-219(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the denominator of which is the federal adjusted gross income of the nonresident.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-219(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-219 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–220
(a)
An individual who is a resident of the State for only a part of the taxable year may claim and shall include only the part attributable to Maryland, as determined under this section, of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-220(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the additions to federal adjusted gross income under § 10-204 of this subtitle;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-220(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the subtractions from federal adjusted gross income under §§ 10-207 through 10-209 of this subtitle;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-220(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
the deduction for exemptions under § 10-211 or § 10-212 of this subtitle; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-220(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-220(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the standard deduction under § 10-217 of this subtitle; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-220(a)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
itemized deductions under § 10-218 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-220(a)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Unless the Comptroller requires or allows another method to compute the items listed in subsection (a) of this section, an individual who is a resident for only a part of the taxable year shall prorate the items using a fraction:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-220(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the numerator of which is the number of months in which the individual was a resident; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-220(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the denominator of which is 12.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-220(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
An individual who is a resident for a period of more than 15 days in a month is deemed to be a resident for the full month.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-220(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-220 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–222
(a)
In this section, “tax preference items” mean the items that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-222(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
total more than $10,000 for an individual return or $20,000 for a joint return;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-222(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
are defined under § 57 of the Internal Revenue Code;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-222(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
are modified and apportioned under § 59 of the Internal Revenue Code; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-222(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
are further modified by excluding:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-222(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the oil percentage depletion allowance claimed under § 613 or § 613A of the Internal Revenue Code; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-222(a)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
interest described in § 57(a)(5) of the Internal Revenue Code, if the interest is attributable to obligations of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-222(a)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the State of Maryland;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-222(a)(4)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
a political subdivision or authority of the State; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-222(a)(4)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
any other entity authorized under Maryland law to issue obligations the interest on which is excluded from gross income under § 103 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-222(a)(4)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Each shareholder of an S corporation shall report the shareholder’s pro rata share of the tax preference items of the corporation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-222(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-222(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A nonresident shall include as tax preference items only those items that are based on income taxable in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-222(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If the tax preference items are based on income derived both in and out of the State, the nonresident shall include only a fraction:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-222(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the numerator of which is the dollar amount of the tax preference items based on income taxable in the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-222(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the denominator of which is the total dollar amount of the tax preference items.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-222(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-222 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–223
(a)
Beginning with individual tax returns for the 1986 tax year, and for all subsequent tax years, the Comptroller shall collect and compile information from income tax returns regarding the various elements of the State income tax and, for the State and for each county and the City of Baltimore, the impact of those various elements on various classes of Maryland taxpayers and on revenues.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-223(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The data base shall be comprehensive and shall include the following:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-223(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
component items of federal adjusted gross income, including loss items and preference income;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-223(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
components of itemized deductions;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-223(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
components of Maryland addition and subtraction modifications; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-223(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
the number of taxpayers reporting each of the elements contained in items (1), (2), and (3) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-223(b)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
On or before January 1 of the second year after returns are received for a tax year, the Comptroller shall submit to the Governor and, subject to § 2-1257 of the State Government Article, the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Delegates a report providing the information compiled for that tax year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-223(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-223 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–301
The Maryland taxable income of a corporation is its Maryland modified income as allocated to the State under Subtitle 4 of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-301 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–304
Except as provided in Subtitle 4 of this title, the Maryland modified income of a corporation, including a real estate investment trust or regulated investment company, is:
(1)
the corporation’s federal taxable income for the taxable year as determined under the Internal Revenue Code and as adjusted under this Part II of this subtitle;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-304(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
if the corporation is exempt from taxation under § 501 of the Internal Revenue Code, the sum for the taxable year of the corporation’s unrelated business taxable income, as defined under § 512 of the Internal Revenue Code, and its income that is subject to tax under § 527(f)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code, as adjusted under this Part II of this subtitle;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-304(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
if the corporation is an S corporation, its income that is subject to federal income tax, for the taxable year, as adjusted under this Part II of this subtitle; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-304(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
if the corporation is an investment conduit or a special exempt entity, the applicable tax base of the corporation as adjusted under this Part II of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-304(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-304 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–305
(a)
To the extent excluded from federal taxable income, the amounts under this section are added to the federal taxable income of a corporation to determine Maryland modified income.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-305(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The addition under subsection (a) of this section includes the net capital loss carryback, as defined in § 1212 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-305(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The addition under subsection (a) of this section includes any taxes based on net income that are imposed by any state or by a political subdivision of any state.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-305(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
The addition under subsection (a) of this section includes the additions required for an individual under:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-305(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
§ 10–204(b) of this title (Dividends and interest from another state or local obligation);
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-305(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
§ 10–204(c)(2) of this title (Federal tax–exempt income);
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-305(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
§ 10–204(e) of this title (Oil percentage depletion allowance);
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-305(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
§ 10–204(i) of this title (Deduction for qualified production activities income);
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-305(d)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
§ 10–204(j) of this title (Deduction for costs for security clearance administrative expenses and construction and equipment costs incurred to construct or renovate a sensitive compartmented information facility); and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-305(d)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
§ 10–204(l) of this title (Deduction for donations to qualified permanent endowment funds).
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-305(d)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-305 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–306
(a)
In addition to the modification under § 10–305 of this subtitle, the amounts under this section are added to the federal taxable income of a corporation to determine Maryland modified income.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The addition under subsection (a) of this section includes the additions required for an individual under:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
§ 10–205(b) of this title (Enterprise zone wage credit, employment opportunity credit, disability credit, and qualified ex–felon employee credit);
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
§ 10–205(c) of this title (Reforestation and timber stand modification);
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
§ 10–205(e) of this title (Net operating loss modification);
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
§ 10–205(g) of this title (Unlicensed child care facility operating expenses);
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306(b)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
§ 10–205(i) of this title (Maryland research and development tax credit); and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306(b)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
§ 10–205(m) of this title (Credit for share of taxes paid by pass–through entities).
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306(b)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
Repealed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
Repealed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
Repealed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
The addition under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount of a credit claimed under § 10–726 of this title for research and development expenses for cellulosic ethanol technology.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–306.1
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Aggregate effective tax rate” means the sum of the effective rates of tax imposed by this State, other states or possessions of the United States, and foreign nations that have entered into comprehensive tax treaties with the United States government, where a related member receiving a payment of interest expense or intangible expense is subject to tax and where the measure of the tax imposed included the payment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Bank” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a bank holding company as defined in the federal Bank Holding Company Act of 1956, as amended, or a bank, trust company, savings bank, or savings and loan association incorporated or chartered under the laws of this State, another state, or the United States; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a subsidiary or affiliate of an entity described in item (i) of this paragraph.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
“Effective rate of tax imposed” means, as to any state, possession of the United States, or foreign nation, the maximum statutory tax rate imposed by the state, possession, or foreign nation multiplied by the applicable apportionment rate.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
“Intangible expense” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
an expense, loss, or cost for, related to, or in connection directly or indirectly with the direct or indirect acquisition, use, maintenance, management, ownership, sale, exchange, or any other disposition of intangible property, to the extent the expense, loss, or cost is allowed as a deduction or cost in determining taxable income for the taxable year under the Internal Revenue Code;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(a)(5)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a loss related to or incurred in connection directly or indirectly with factoring transactions or discounting transactions;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(a)(5)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a royalty, patent, technical, or copyright fee;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(a)(5)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
a licensing fee; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(a)(5)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
any other similar expense or cost.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(a)(5)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
“Intangible property” means patents, patent applications, trade names, trademarks, service marks, copyrights, and similar types of intangible assets.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(a)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
“Interest expense” means an amount directly or indirectly allowed as a deduction under § 163 of the Internal Revenue Code for purposes of determining taxable income under the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(a)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(8)
“Related entity” means a person that, under the attribution rules of § 318 of the Internal Revenue Code, is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(a)(8) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a stockholder who is an individual or a member of the stockholder’s family enumerated in § 318 of the Internal Revenue Code, if the stockholder and the members of the stockholder’s family own directly, indirectly, beneficially, or constructively, in the aggregate, at least 50% of the value of the taxpayer’s outstanding stock;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(a)(8)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a stockholder or a stockholder’s partnership, limited liability company, estate, trust, or corporation, if the stockholder and the stockholder’s partnership, limited liability company, estate, trust, or corporation own directly, indirectly, beneficially, or constructively, in the aggregate, at least 50% of the value of the taxpayer’s outstanding stock; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(a)(8)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a corporation or a party related to the corporation in a manner that would require an attribution of stock from the corporation to the party or from the party to the corporation under the attribution rules of § 318 of the Internal Revenue Code, if the taxpayer owns directly, indirectly, beneficially, or constructively, at least 50% of the value of the corporation’s outstanding stock.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(a)(8)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(9)
“Related member” means a person that, with respect to the taxpayer during all or any portion of the taxable year, is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(a)(9) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a related entity;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(a)(9)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a component member, as defined in § 1563(b) of the Internal Revenue Code; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(a)(9)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a person to or from whom there is attribution of stock ownership in accordance with § 1563(e) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(a)(9)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as otherwise provided in this section, in addition to the modifications under §§ 10–305 and 10–306 of this subtitle, the amounts under paragraph (2) of this subsection are added to the federal taxable income of a corporation to determine Maryland modified income.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The addition under this subsection includes any otherwise deductible interest expense or intangible expense if the interest expense or intangible expense is directly or indirectly paid, accrued, or incurred to, or in connection directly or indirectly with one or more direct or indirect transactions with, one or more related members.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The addition required under subsection (b) of this section does not apply to any portion of the interest expense or intangible expense to the extent that the corporation establishes, as determined by the Comptroller, that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the transaction giving rise to the payment of the interest expense or intangible expense between the corporation and the related member did not have as a principal purpose the avoidance of any portion of the tax due under this title;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the interest expense or intangible expense was paid pursuant to arm’s–length contracts at an arm’s–length rate of interest or price; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
during the same taxable year, the related member directly or indirectly paid, accrued, or incurred the interest expense or intangible expense to a person who is not a related member;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(c)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(c)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the related member was subject to a tax measured by its net income or receipts in this State, another state or possession of the United States, or a foreign nation that has entered into a comprehensive tax treaty with the United States government;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(c)(3)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
a measure of the tax imposed by this State, another state or possession of the United States, or a foreign nation that has entered into a comprehensive tax treaty with the United States government included the interest expense or intangible expense received by the related member from the corporation; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(c)(3)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
the aggregate effective tax rate imposed on the amounts received by the related member is equal to or greater than 4%; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(c)(3)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
in the case of an interest expense, the corporation and the related member are banks.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(c)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Subject to regulations adopted by the Comptroller, the addition required under subsection (b) of this section does not apply if, in lieu of the 4% effective tax rate requirement under subsection (c)(3)(ii)3 of this section, the aggregate effective tax rate imposed on the amounts received by the recipient is greater than or equal to the aggregate effective tax rate that would have been imposed on the additional income of the payor corporation if the interest expense or intangible expense had not been deducted.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
For purposes of subsection (c)(3)(ii) of this section, the Comptroller may provide by regulation for an alternative to the effective tax rate requirement of subsection (c)(3)(ii)3 of this section if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the related member:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(d)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
is subject in another state or in a foreign nation that has entered into a comprehensive tax treaty with the United States government to a tax that is measured by gross receipts or is measured by net capital or net worth; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(d)(2)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
is not subject in that state or in that foreign nation to a tax measured by net income or receipts; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(d)(2)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
under other circumstances demonstrating to the satisfaction of the Comptroller that avoidance of any portion of the tax due under this title is not a principal purpose of the transaction giving rise to the payment of the interest expense or intangible expense between the corporation and the related member, the Comptroller determines that it is impractical for a related member that is subject to tax in this State, another state, or a foreign nation that has entered into a comprehensive tax treaty with the United States government, where the measure of the tax includes the payment to satisfy the requirements of subsection (c)(3)(ii) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(d)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
If the payor and the recipient are both included in a combined or consolidated report filed in a jurisdiction:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
for purposes of subsection (c)(3)(ii)2 of this section, the measure of the tax imposed by that jurisdiction shall be deemed to include the interest expense or intangible expense; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
for purposes of determining the effective rate of tax imposed by the jurisdiction, the applicable apportionment rate is the lesser of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the apportionment rate of the recipient corporation, determined by using only that corporation’s factors in the numerators and denominators of the apportionment formula; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(e)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the apportionment rate of the combined or consolidated group, determined by combining the recipient corporation’s factors with the factors of other members of the group included in the combined or consolidated report.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(e)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In addition to the modifications under §§ 10–305 and 10–306 of this subtitle, subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, to determine Maryland taxable income, an amount is subtracted from the federal taxable income of a corporation equal to the amount received as royalties, interest, or similar income from intangibles from a related member to the extent the related member, with respect to the payment, is subject to the addition modification under subsection (b) of this section or a similar addition modification of another state or of a foreign nation that has entered into a comprehensive tax treaty with the United States government for intangible expenses or interest expenses paid to related members.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The subtraction modification under this subsection is not allowed to the extent that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the transaction giving rise to the payment of the interest expense or intangible expense had as a principal purpose the avoidance of State income taxes;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(f)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the interest expense or intangible expense was not paid pursuant to arm’s–length contracts at an arm’s–length rate of interest or price; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(f)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
the aggregate effective tax rate imposed on the amounts received by the recipient exceeds the aggregate effective tax rate imposed on the income of the payor corporation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(f)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
This section may not be construed:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
to require a corporation to include in or add to its net income more than once any amount of interest expense or intangible expense that the corporation pays, accrues, or incurs to a related member; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(g)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
to limit or negate any other authority provided to the Comptroller under this article, including:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(g)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the authority to make adjustments under § 10–109 or § 10–402(e) of this title; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(g)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the authority to enter into agreements and compromises otherwise allowed by law.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(g)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
The Comptroller shall adopt any regulations that are necessary or appropriate to implement this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.1 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–306.2
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.2(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.2(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.2(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
“Captive REIT” means a corporation, trust, or association:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.2(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
that is considered a real estate investment trust for the taxable year under § 856 of the Internal Revenue Code;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.2(a)(2)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
that is not regularly traded on an established securities market; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.2(a)(2)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
of which more than 50% of the voting power or value of the beneficial interests or shares, at any time during the last half of the taxable year, is owned or controlled, directly or indirectly, by a single entity that is subject to the provisions of Subchapter C of Chapter 1 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.2(a)(2)(i)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Captive REIT” does not include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.2(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
a corporation, trust, or association of which, at any time during which the corporation, trust, or association satisfies subparagraph (i)3 of this paragraph, more than 50% of the voting power or value of the beneficial interests or shares of the corporation, trust, or association is owned or controlled, directly or indirectly, by:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.2(a)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
a real estate investment trust other than a real estate investment trust described in subparagraph (i) of this paragraph;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.2(a)(2)(ii)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
a person exempt from taxation under § 501 of the Internal Revenue Code;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.2(a)(2)(ii)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(C.)
a listed Australian property trust, or an entity organized as a trust in which a listed Australian property trust owns or controls, directly or indirectly, 75% or more of the voting power or value of the beneficial interests or shares of the trust; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.2(a)(2)(ii)(C.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(D.)
a qualified foreign entity; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.2(a)(2)(ii)(D.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
subject to regulations that the Comptroller adopts, a real estate investment trust that is intended to become regularly traded on an established securities market and that satisfies the requirements of § 856(a)(5) and (6) of the Internal Revenue Code by reason of § 856(h)(2) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.2(a)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Qualified foreign entity” means a corporation, trust, association, or partnership that is organized under the laws of a foreign government and:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.2(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
at least 75% of the total asset value of the entity at the close of the entity’s taxable year is represented by real estate assets, as defined in § 856 of the Internal Revenue Code, cash and cash equivalents, and United States government securities;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.2(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.2(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
is not subject to tax on amounts distributed to the entity’s beneficial owners; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.2(a)(3)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
is exempt from entity–level taxation;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.2(a)(3)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
on an annual basis, distributes at least 85% of the taxable income of the entity, as computed in the jurisdiction in which the entity is organized, to the holders of the shares or certificates of the beneficial interests of the entity;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.2(a)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.2(a)(3)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
of which not more than 10% of the voting power or value of the beneficial interests or shares of the entity is owned or controlled directly, indirectly, or constructively by a single entity or individual; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.2(a)(3)(iv)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the beneficial interests or shares of the entity are regularly traded on an established securities market; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.2(a)(3)(iv)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
the entity is organized in a foreign country that has a tax treaty with the United States government.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.2(a)(3)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
In addition to the modifications under §§ 10–305 through 10–306.1 of this subtitle, an amount equal to the amount of the dividends paid deduction allowed under the Internal Revenue Code for the taxable year is added to federal taxable income to determine the Maryland modified income of a captive REIT.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.2(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
For purposes of this section, the constructive ownership rules prescribed under § 318(a) of the Internal Revenue Code, as modified by § 856(d)(5) of the Internal Revenue Code, shall apply in determining the ownership of stock, assets, or net profits of any person.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.2(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-306.2 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–307
(a)
To the extent included in federal taxable income, the amounts under this section are subtracted from the federal taxable income of a corporation to determine Maryland modified income.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-307(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the amount included in the income of a domestic corporation claiming a foreign tax credit as dividends under § 78 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-307(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the percentage of the dividends received from an affiliated domestic international sales corporation equal to the percentage that would be excluded if the corporation did not qualify under § 992(a) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-307(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes dividends received from a corporation if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-307(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the receiving corporation owns, directly or indirectly, 50% or more of the paying corporation’s outstanding shares of capital stock; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-307(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the paying corporation is organized under the laws of a foreign government.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-307(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
Repealed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-307(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes interest attributable to an obligation of the United States or an instrumentality of the United States.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-307(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the amounts allowed to be subtracted for an individual under:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-307(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
§ 10–207(i) of this title (Profits on sale or exchange of State or local bonds);
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-307(g)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
§ 10–207(k) of this title (Relocation and assistance payments);
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-307(g)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
§ 10–207(m) of this title (State or local income tax refunds);
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-307(g)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
§ 10–207(c–1) of this title (State tax–exempt interest from mutual funds);
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-307(g)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
§ 10–207(ii) of this title (Gain on the transfer of property within the Pimlico site or Bowie Race Course Training Center property and income recognized as result of governmental expenditures); or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-307(g)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
§ 10–207(jj) of this title (Coronavirus relief payments).
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-307(g)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-307 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–308
(a)
In addition to the modification under § 10–307 of this subtitle, the amounts under this section are subtracted from the federal taxable income of a corporation to determine Maryland modified income.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-308(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes the amounts allowed to be subtracted for an individual under:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-308(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
§ 10–208(d) of this title (Enhanced agricultural management equipment expenses);
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-308(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
§ 10–208(i) of this title (Reforestation or timber stand expenses);
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-308(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
§ 10–208(k) of this title (Wage expenses for targeted jobs);
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-308(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
§ 10–208(p) of this title (Elevator handrails in health care facilities);
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-308(b)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
§ 10–208(z) of this title (Donations to diaper banks and other charitable entities); and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-308(b)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
§ 10–208(bb) of this title (Trade or business expenses of a licensed or registered cannabis grower, processor, dispensary, or any other cannabis establishment).
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-308(b)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
In the case of a regulated investment company, the subtraction under subsection (a) of this section includes an amount equal to the exempt–interest dividends paid by the company that are attributable to amounts received by the company that are included in the addition modification for dividends and interest from state or local obligations of another state under § 10–305(d)(1) of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-308(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-308 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–309
(a)
In addition to the modifications under §§ 10-307 and 10-308 of this subtitle, the amounts under this section are subtracted from federal taxable income to determine Maryland modified income of a public service company engaged in an electric or gas business if the public service company was subject to the public service company franchise tax on December 31, 1999.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-309(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The gain or loss realized by a public service company on the sale, retirement, or other taxable disposition or transfer of assets used in its electric or gas business shall be adjusted in an amount equal to the difference between the adjusted basis of the assets as recorded on the books of the public service company and the adjusted basis of the assets for federal income tax purposes calculated as of January 1, 2000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-309(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
If the adjustment determined under subsection (b) of this section results in a subtraction that exceeds Maryland modified income computed without regard to the subtraction under this section, the amount of the excess may be carried forward to succeeding taxable years and used to reduce Maryland modified income in each succeeding taxable year until the excess is fully used.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-309(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
The modifications under this section shall continue to apply to assets transferred under a reorganization within the meaning of § 368(a) of the Internal Revenue Code or on the organization of a corporation principally in consideration for the issuance of its stock.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-309(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-309 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–310
In addition to the modifications under §§ 10-305 through 10-309 of this subtitle, to determine Maryland modified income the federal taxable income of a corporation shall be adjusted as provided for an individual under § 10-210.1 of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-310 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–401
In computing the adjustments under §§ 10-206 and 10-210 of this title, a nonresident shall allocate to the State income, losses, or adjustments derived in connection with a business that is carried on both in and out of the State and of which the nonresident is a partner, shareholder of an S corporation, or proprietor, or in connection with an occupation, profession, or trade carried on both in and out of the State by:
(1)
separate accounting, if the Comptroller allows; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-401(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the method that the Comptroller requires to determine fairly the part of the income derived from or reasonably attributable to the trade, business, profession, or occupation carried on in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-401(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-401 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–402
(a)
In this section, “worldwide headquartered company” means a corporation included in a group of corporations including a parent corporation that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
filed a Form 10–Q with the Securities and Exchange Commission for the quarterly period ending June 30, 2017;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
has its principal executive office in the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
employs at all times between July 1, 2017, and June 30, 2020, at least 500 full–time employees at the parent corporation’s principal executive office that is located within the State; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
if the parent corporation is a franchisor, is part of a group of corporations that employs at all times between July 1, 2017, and June 30, 2020, at least 400 full–time employees at the parent corporation’s principal executive office that is located within the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
In computing Maryland taxable income, a corporation shall allocate Maryland modified income derived from or reasonably attributable to its trade or business in this State in the following manner:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
if a corporation carries on its trade or business wholly within the State, the corporation shall allocate to the State all of the Maryland modified income of the corporation; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
if a corporation carries on its trade or business within and outside the State, the corporation shall allocate to the State the part of the corporation’s Maryland modified income that is derived from or reasonably attributable to the part of its trade or business carried on in the State, in the manner required in subsection (c), (d), or (e) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as provided in subsection (d) or (e) of this section, the part of the corporation’s Maryland modified income derived from or reasonably attributable to trade or business carried on in the State may be determined by separate accounting if practicable.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If in any taxable year a corporation is permitted or required to use the separate accounting method in determining all or a portion of its Maryland taxable income, the portion that is separately accounted for to Maryland shall be taxable whether or not the Maryland modified income of the corporation for the taxable year is zero or less.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this paragraph:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(d)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
“manufacturing corporation” means a domestic or foreign corporation which is primarily engaged in activities that, in accordance with the North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS), United States Manual, United States Office of Management and Budget, 1997 Edition, would be included in Sector 11, 31, 32, or 33; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(d)(1)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
“manufacturing corporation” does not include a refiner, as defined in § 10–101 of the Business Regulation Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(d)(1)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
If a manufacturing corporation carries on its trade or business within and outside the State and the trade or business is a unitary business, the part of the corporation’s Maryland modified income derived from or reasonably attributable to trade or business carried on in the State shall be determined using a single sales factor apportionment formula, by multiplying its Maryland modified income by 100% of the sales factor.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(d)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
In filing its tax return for each year, a manufacturing corporation shall certify that the NAICS Code reported on its Maryland return is consistent with that reported to other government agencies.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(d)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
If the Comptroller determines that a corporation has submitted information that incorrectly classifies the corporation as a manufacturing corporation under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph, the Comptroller shall reclassify the corporation in an appropriate manner.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(d)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Except as provided in paragraphs (1) and (3) of this subsection:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
for a taxable year beginning after December 31, 2017, but before January 1, 2019, if the trade or business is a unitary business, the part of the corporation’s Maryland modified income derived from or reasonably attributable to trade or business carried on in the State shall be determined using a 3–factor apportionment fraction:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(d)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the numerator of which is the sum of the property factor, the payroll factor, and 3 times the sales factor; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(d)(2)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the denominator of which is 5;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(d)(2)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
for a taxable year beginning after December 31, 2018, but before January 1, 2020, if the trade or business is a unitary business, the part of the corporation’s Maryland modified income derived from or reasonably attributable to trade or business carried on in the State shall be determined using a 3–factor apportionment fraction:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(d)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the numerator of which is the sum of the property factor, the payroll factor, and 4 times the sales factor; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(d)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the denominator of which is 6;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(d)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
for a taxable year beginning after December 31, 2019, but before January 1, 2021, if the trade or business is a unitary business, the part of the corporation’s Maryland modified income derived from or reasonably attributable to trade or business carried on in the State shall be determined using a 3–factor apportionment fraction:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(d)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the numerator of which is the sum of the property factor, the payroll factor, and 5 times the sales factor; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(d)(2)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the denominator of which is 7;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(d)(2)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
for a taxable year beginning after December 31, 2020, but before January 1, 2022, if the trade or business is a unitary business, the part of the corporation’s Maryland modified income derived from or reasonably attributable to trade or business carried on in the State shall be determined using a 3–factor apportionment fraction:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(d)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the numerator of which is the sum of the property factor, the payroll factor, and 6 times the sales factor; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(d)(2)(iv)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the denominator of which is 8; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(d)(2)(iv)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
for a taxable year beginning after December 31, 2021, if the trade or business is a unitary business, the part of the corporation’s Maryland modified income derived from or reasonably attributable to trade or business carried on in the State shall be determined using a single sales factor apportionment formula, by multiplying its Maryland modified income by 100% of the sales factor.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(d)(2)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Each year a worldwide headquartered company that filed a federal corporate income tax return for the taxable year may elect to calculate its Maryland modified income derived from or reasonably attributable to trade or business carried on in the State using a 3–factor apportionment fraction:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(d)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the numerator of which is the sum of the property factor, the payroll factor, and twice the sales factor; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(d)(3)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the denominator of which is 4.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(d)(3)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
To determine under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph the Maryland modified income of a corporation or group of corporations that is a worldwide headquartered company that filed a federal corporate income tax return for the taxable year, gross income from intangible investments, including dividends, interest, royalties, and capital gains from the sale of intangible property, shall be included in the calculation of the numerator based on the average of the property and payroll factors.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(d)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
The property factor under paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection shall include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(d)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
rented and owned real property; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(d)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
tangible personal property located in the State and used in the trade or business.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(d)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
To reflect clearly the income allocable to Maryland, the Comptroller may alter, if circumstances warrant, the methods under subsections (c) and (d) of this section, including:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the use of the separate accounting method;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the use of the 3–factor double weighted sales factor formula method or the single sales factor formula method;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
the weight of any factor in the 3–factor formula;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(e)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
the valuation of rented property included in the property factor; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(e)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
the determination of the extent to which tangible personal property is located in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402(e)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-402 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–403
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-403(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-403(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-403(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
“Financial institution” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-403(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
a credit company;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-403(a)(2)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
except as provided in subparagraph (ii)1 of this paragraph, a finance company;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-403(a)(2)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
an international banking facility;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-403(a)(2)(i)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
a loan company;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-403(a)(2)(i)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5.)
a mortgage company;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-403(a)(2)(i)(5.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6.)
a safe-deposit company; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-403(a)(2)(i)(6.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7.)
a savings and loan association.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-403(a)(2)(i)(7.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Financial institution” does not include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-403(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
a finance company that makes loans only to farmers for agricultural purposes;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-403(a)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
a company licensed under the federal Small Business Investment Act of 1958;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-403(a)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
a corporation that elects to be taxed as a small business corporation under Subchapter S of the Internal Revenue Code;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-403(a)(2)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
an entity that is a real estate mortgage investment conduit as defined in the Internal Revenue Code;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-403(a)(2)(ii)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5.)
a limited liability company; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-403(a)(2)(ii)(5.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6.)
a commercial bank, savings bank, trust company, or company that substantially competes with national banks in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-403(a)(2)(ii)(6.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Financial institution holding company” means a financial institution whose only activities are:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-403(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the maintenance and management of intangible investments; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-403(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the collection and distribution of income from intangible investments.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-403(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Notwithstanding § 10-402 of this subtitle, interest received by a financial institution holding company from one of its subsidiary corporations that is a financial institution shall be allocated to this State only to the extent that the interest is derived from the trade or business of the subsidiary corporation within this State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-403(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-403 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–501
A person who files a federal income tax return shall compute Maryland taxable income for the same annual accounting period and by the same accounting method that is used to compute the income reported on the federal return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-501 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–502
(a)
If a person does not file a federal income tax return, the person shall compute Maryland taxable income in accordance with the cash or accrual accounting method that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-502(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the person uses to compute income regularly in keeping the person’s books; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-502(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the Comptroller requires to reflect clearly the person’s income.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-502(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
If a person does not file a federal income tax return, the person shall compute Maryland taxable income:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-502(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
for the calendar year; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-502(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
if the person keeps adequate records for an annual fiscal year accounting period, for the fiscal year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-502(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-502 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–503
The taxable year of an individual terminates on the date of death.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-503 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–504
(a)
A person may change the accounting period used to compute Maryland taxable income to any other period that the Comptroller approves.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-504(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
If a person changes accounting periods, the person shall file a separate return for the period between the close of the previous accounting period and the beginning of the newly adopted accounting period.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-504(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-504 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–601
Except as provided in § 10–105(d) of this title and except as otherwise provided in this subtitle, a person shall compute the State income tax by applying the tax rates in § 10–105 of this title to Maryland taxable income.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-601 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–602
An individual shall compute the tax for a taxable year from the tax tables if the individual has Maryland taxable income equal to or less than the maximum amount provided for in the tax tables.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-602 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–603
Unless an act that changes the State income tax rate provides otherwise, if the rate changes on a date other than the 1st day of the taxable year of a person, the person shall compute State income tax using the tax rate that applies to each part of the year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-603 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–604
Except as otherwise provided in this subtitle, an individual shall compute the county income tax by applying the county tax rate in § 10-106 of this title to Maryland taxable income.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-604 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–701
An individual may claim a credit against the income tax for a taxable year for income tax withheld and estimated tax payments made for the year under Subtitle 9 of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-701 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–701.1
A member of a pass–through entity may claim a credit against the income tax for a taxable year in the amount of tax paid by a pass–through entity under § 10–102.1 of this title that is attributable to the member’s share of the pass–through entity’s taxable income, as defined in § 10–102.1(a)(8) of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-701.1 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–702
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
“Business entity” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
a person conducting or operating a trade or business; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(a)(2)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
an organization that is exempt from taxation under § 501(c)(3) or (4) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(a)(2)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Business entity” does not include a person owning, operating, developing, constructing, or rehabilitating property intended for use primarily as single or multifamily residential property located within the enterprise zone.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Economically disadvantaged individual” means an individual who is certified by provisions that the Maryland Department of Labor adopts as an individual who, before becoming employed by a business entity in an enterprise zone:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
was both unemployed for at least 30 consecutive days and qualified to participate in training activities for the economically disadvantaged under the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act or its successor; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
in the absence of an applicable federal act, met the criteria for an economically disadvantaged individual that the Secretary of Labor sets.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
“Enterprise zone” has the meaning stated in § 5–701 of the Economic Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(a)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Enterprise zone” includes a Regional Institution Strategic Enterprise zone established under Title 5, Subtitle 14 of the Economic Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(a)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
“Focus area” has the meaning stated in § 5–701 of the Economic Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
“Focus area employee” means an individual who:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(a)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
is a new employee or an employee rehired after being laid off for more than 1 year by a business entity;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(a)(6)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
is employed by a business entity at least 35 hours each week for at least 12 months before or during the taxable year for which the entity claims a credit;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(a)(6)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
spends at least 50% of the hours under item (ii) of this paragraph either in the focus area or on activities of the business entity resulting directly from its location in the focus area;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(a)(6)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
is hired by the business entity after the later of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(a)(6)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the date on which the focus area is designated; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(a)(6)(iv)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the date on which the business entity located in the focus area; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(a)(6)(iv)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
earns at least 120% of the State minimum wage.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(a)(6)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
“Qualified employee” means an individual who:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(a)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
is hired to fill a newly created position or, if the individual is an economically disadvantaged individual, is hired to fill a position previously held by another economically disadvantaged individual;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(a)(7)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
is employed by a business entity at least 35 hours each week for at least 6 months before or during the taxable year for which the entity claims a credit;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(a)(7)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
spends at least 50% of the hours under item (ii) of this paragraph, either in the enterprise zone or on activities of the business entity resulting directly from its location in the enterprise zone;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(a)(7)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
earns at least 120% of the State minimum wage; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(a)(7)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
is hired by the business entity after the later of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(a)(7)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the date on which the enterprise zone is designated; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(a)(7)(v)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the date on which the business entity locates in the enterprise zone.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(a)(7)(v)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Any business entity that is located in an enterprise zone and satisfies the requirements of § 5–707 of the Economic Development Article may claim a credit only against the State income tax for the wages specified in subsections (c) and (d) of this section that are paid in the taxable year for which the entity claims the credit.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A business entity that is located in a focus area and satisfies the requirements of § 5–707 of the Economic Development Article may claim a credit only against the State income tax for the wages specified in subsection (e) of this section that are paid to a focus area employee in the taxable year for which the entity claims the credit.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
An organization that is exempt from taxation under § 501(c)(3) or (4) of the Internal Revenue Code may apply the credit under this section as a credit against income tax due on unrelated business taxable income as provided under §§ 10–304 and 10–812 of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
If a business entity does not claim an enhanced tax credit under subsection (e) of this section for a focus area employee, for the taxable year in which a business entity satisfies the requirements of § 5–707 or § 5–1406 of the Economic Development Article, a credit is allowed that equals:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
up to $3,000 of the wages paid to each qualified employee who:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
is an economically disadvantaged individual; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
is not hired to replace an individual whom the business entity employed in that or any of the 3 preceding taxable years; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
up to $1,000 of the wages paid to each qualified employee who:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
is not an economically disadvantaged individual; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
is not hired to replace an individual whom the business entity employed in that or any of the 3 preceding taxable years.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If a business entity does not claim an enhanced tax credit under subsection (e) of this section for a focus area employee, for each taxable year after the taxable year described in subsection (c) of this section, while the area is designated an enterprise zone, a credit is allowed that equals:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
up to $3,000 of the wages paid to each qualified employee who:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(d)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
is an economically disadvantaged individual;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(d)(1)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
became a qualified employee during the taxable year to which the credit applies; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(d)(1)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
is not hired to replace an individual whom the business entity employed in that or any of the 3 preceding taxable years;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(d)(1)(i)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
up to $2,000 of the wages paid to each qualified employee who is an economically disadvantaged individual, if the business entity received a credit under subsection (c)(1) of this section for the qualified employee in the immediately preceding taxable year; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(d)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
up to $1,000 of the wages paid to each qualified employee who is not hired to replace an individual whom the business entity employed in that or any of the 3 preceding taxable years if the qualified employee:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(d)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
is an economically disadvantaged individual for whom the business entity received a credit under subsection (c)(1) of this section or item (i) of this paragraph and a credit under item (ii) of this paragraph in the 2 immediately preceding taxable years; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(d)(1)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
is not an economically disadvantaged individual but became a qualified employee during the taxable year to which the credit applies.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(d)(1)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A business entity that hires a qualified employee to replace another qualified employee for whom the business entity received a credit under subsection (c)(1) of this section and paragraph (1)(ii) of this subsection in the immediately preceding taxable year may treat the new qualified employee as the replacement for the other qualified employee to determine any credit that may be available to the business entity under paragraph (1)(ii) or (iii) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
For the taxable year in which a business entity satisfies the requirements of §§ 5–706 and 5–707 or § 5–1406 of the Economic Development Article, a credit is allowed that equals:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
up to $4,500 of the wages paid to each focus area employee who:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(e)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
is an economically disadvantaged individual; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(e)(1)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
is not hired to replace an individual whom the business entity employed in that year or any of the 3 preceding taxable years; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(e)(1)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
up to $1,500 of the wages paid to each focus area employee who:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(e)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
is not an economically disadvantaged individual; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(e)(1)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
is not hired to replace an individual whom the business entity employed in that year or any of the 3 preceding taxable years.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(e)(1)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
For each taxable year after the taxable year described in paragraph (1) of this subsection, while the area is designated a focus area, a credit is allowed that equals:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
up to $4,500 of the wages paid to each focus area employee who:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(e)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
is an economically disadvantaged individual;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(e)(2)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
became a focus area employee during the taxable year to which the credit applies; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(e)(2)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
is not hired to replace an individual whom the business entity employed in that year or any of the 3 preceding taxable years;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(e)(2)(i)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
up to $3,000 of the wages paid to each focus area employee who is an economically disadvantaged individual, if the business entity received a credit under paragraph (1)(i) of this subsection for the focus area employee in the immediately preceding taxable year; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(e)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
up to $1,500 of the wages paid to each focus area employee who is not hired to replace an individual whom the business entity employed in that year or any of the 3 preceding taxable years if the focus area employee:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(e)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
is an economically disadvantaged individual for whom the business entity received a credit under item (ii) of this paragraph in the 2 immediately preceding taxable years and under:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(e)(2)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
paragraph (1)(i) of this subsection; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(e)(2)(iii)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
item (i) of this paragraph; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(e)(2)(iii)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
is not an economically disadvantaged individual but became a focus area employee during the taxable year to which the credit applies.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(e)(2)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
A business entity that hires a focus area employee to replace another focus area employee for whom the business entity received a credit under paragraph (1)(i) of this subsection and paragraph (2)(ii) of this subsection in the immediately preceding taxable year may treat the focus area employee as the replacement for the other focus area employee to determine any credit that may be available to the business entity under paragraph (2)(ii) or (iii) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(e)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
If the credit allowed under this section in any taxable year exceeds the State income tax for that taxable year, a business entity may apply the excess as a credit against the State income tax for succeeding taxable years until the earlier of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the full amount of the excess is used; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the expiration of the 5th taxable year from the date on which the business entity hired the qualified employee to whom the credit first applies.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
If a credit is claimed under this section, the claimant must make the addition required in § 10–205, § 10–206, or § 10–306 of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-702 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–703
(a)
In this section, “member” and “pass–through entity” have the meanings stated in § 10–102.1 of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-703(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section, a resident may claim a credit against the income tax for a taxable year in the amount determined under subsection (d) of this section for State tax on income paid to another state for the year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-703(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A credit under subsection (b) of this section is not allowed to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-703(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a resident other than a fiduciary, if the laws of the other state allow the resident a credit for State income tax paid to this State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-703(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a resident fiduciary, if the fiduciary claims, and the other state allows, a credit for State income tax paid to this State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-703(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
a resident for less than the full taxable year for tax on income that is paid to another state during residency in that state; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-703(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
a nonresident.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-703(c)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-703(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection and subject to subsection (e) of this section, the credit allowed a resident under subsection (b) of this section is the lesser of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-703(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the amount of allowable tax on income that the resident paid to another state; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-703(d)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
an amount that does not reduce the income tax to an amount less than would be payable if the income subjected to tax in the other state were disregarded.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-703(d)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If the credit allowed a resident under subsection (b) of this section is based on tax that a pass–through entity pays to another state, the credit allowable to a member of the pass–through entity:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-703(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
may not exceed that member’s pro rata share of the tax; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-703(d)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
will be allowed for another state’s income taxes or taxes based on income.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-703(d)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-703(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The amount of the credit allowed under subsection (b) of this section to be applied against the State income tax is equal to the amount that would be calculated under subsection (d) of this section using the State income tax rate as the only applicable rate.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-703(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The amount of the credit allowed under subsection (b) of this section to be applied against the county income tax is equal to the amount calculated under subsection (d) of this section less the amount calculated under paragraph (1) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-703(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-703 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–703.2
(a)
In this section, “installment sale” has the meaning stated in § 453(b) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-703.2(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A credit against the State income tax in the amount determined under subsection (c) of this section may be claimed by a resident who recognizes income for the current taxable year for federal income tax purposes from an installment sale of property located in a state other than Maryland if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-703.2(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the disposition of the property occurred in an earlier taxable year; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-703.2(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the taxpayer paid state tax on income for the earlier taxable year to the state where the property was located on the income that for federal income tax purposes is recognized in the current taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-703.2(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The amount of the credit allowed under this section is equal to the income recognized for federal income tax purposes for the current year on which state income tax was paid to another state in an earlier year, as described in subsection (b)(2) of this section, multiplied by the lesser of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-703.2(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the rate of tax imposed by the other state on the income described in subsection (b)(2) of this section; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-703.2(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the maximum rate of Maryland State income tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-703.2(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-703.2 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–704
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Applicable county income tax rate” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
if a county imposes a marginal income tax rate, the county’s lowest marginal income tax rate for the taxable year; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
if a county imposes one or more flat income tax rates, the county income tax rate for the taxable year that is applicable to the taxpayer’s income level and filing status as established by the county.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Taxpayer” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
an individual filing an income tax return; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a married couple filing a joint income tax return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A resident who is a taxpayer may claim a credit against the State income tax for a taxable year in the amount determined under subsection (c) of this section for earned income.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A resident who is a taxpayer may claim a credit against the county income tax for a taxable year in the amount determined under subsection (d) of this section for earned income.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection and subject to subsection (e) of this section, the credit allowed against the State income tax under subsection (b)(1) of this section is the lesser of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
50% of the earned income credit allowable for the taxable year under § 32 of the Internal Revenue Code or that would have been allowable but for the limitation under § 32(m) of the Internal Revenue Code; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the State income tax for the taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Subject to subparagraph (iii) of this paragraph and subsection (e) of this section, a resident may claim a refund in the amount, if any, by which the applicable percentage specified in subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph of the earned income credit allowable for the taxable year under § 32 of the Internal Revenue Code exceeds the State income tax for the taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
Subject to subparagraph (iii) of this paragraph, the applicable percentage of the earned income credit allowable under § 32 of the Internal Revenue Code to be used for purposes of determining the refund provided under this paragraph is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
25% for a taxable year beginning after December 31, 2013, but before January 1, 2015;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(c)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(c)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(25.)
5% for a taxable year beginning after December 31, 2014, but before January 1, 2016;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(c)(2)(ii)(2.)(25.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
26% for a taxable year beginning after December 31, 2015, but before January 1, 2017;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(c)(2)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
27% for a taxable year beginning after December 31, 2016, but before January 1, 2018;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(c)(2)(ii)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5.)
28% for a taxable year beginning after December 31, 2017, but before January 1, 2020; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(c)(2)(ii)(5.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6.)
45% for a taxable year beginning after December 31, 2019.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(c)(2)(ii)(6.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
For purposes of determining the refund provided under this paragraph, the earned income credit allowable under § 32 of the Internal Revenue Code is calculated without regard to the limitation under § 32(m) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(c)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
For purposes of this section for an individual without a qualifying child, the credit allowable for a taxable year under § 32 of the Internal Revenue Code is calculated without regard to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(c)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the minimum age requirement under § 32(c)(1)(A)(ii)(II) of the Internal Revenue Code; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(c)(3)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the limitation under § 32(m) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(c)(3)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
Subject to subparagraph (iii) of this paragraph, the credit allowed against the State income tax under subsection (b)(1) of this section for an individual without a qualifying child is equal to 100% of the earned income credit allowable for a taxable year under § 32 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(c)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
For a taxable year beginning after December 31, 2019, but before January 1, 2023, the tax credit allowed under this paragraph may not exceed $530 for a taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(c)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
If the tax credit allowed under this paragraph in any taxable year exceeds the total tax otherwise payable by the individual without a qualifying child for that taxable year, the individual may claim a refund in the amount of the excess.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(c)(3)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection and subject to subsection (e) of this section, the credit allowed against the county income tax under subsection (b)(2) of this section is the lesser of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the earned income credit allowable for the taxable year under § 32 of the Internal Revenue Code or that would have been allowable but for the limitation under § 32(m) of the Internal Revenue Code multiplied by 10 times the applicable county income tax rate for the taxable year; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(d)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the county income tax for the taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(d)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
A county may provide, by law, for a refundable county earned income credit as provided in this paragraph.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(d)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
If a county provides for a refundable county earned income credit under this paragraph, on or before July 1 prior to the beginning of the first taxable year for which it is applicable, the county shall give the Comptroller notice of the refundable county earned income credit.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(d)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
If a county provides for a refundable county earned income credit under this paragraph, a resident may claim a refund of the amount, if any, by which the product of multiplying the credit allowable for the taxable year under § 32 of the Internal Revenue Code or that would have been allowable but for the limitation under § 32(m) of the Internal Revenue Code by 5 times the applicable county income tax rate for the taxable year exceeds the county income tax for the taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(d)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
The amount of any refunds payable under a refundable county earned income credit operates to reduce the income tax revenue from individuals attributable to the county income tax for that county.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(d)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, for an individual who is a resident of the State for only a part of the year, the amount of the credit or refund allowed under this section shall be determined based on the part of the earned income credit allowable for the taxable year under § 32 of the Internal Revenue Code that is attributable to Maryland, determined by multiplying the federal earned income credit by a fraction:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the numerator of which is the Maryland adjusted gross income of the individual; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(e)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the denominator of which is the federal adjusted gross income of the individual.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(e)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
For purposes of determining the amount of the credit or refund under paragraph (1) of this subsection, the part of the earned income credit allowable for the taxable year under § 32 of the Internal Revenue Code is calculated without regard to the limitation under § 32(m) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–704.1
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.1(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.1(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Cogenerator” means a qualifying cogenerator or qualifying small power producer as determined by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission under the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.1(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Electricity supplier” has the meaning stated in § 1–101 of the Public Utilities Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.1(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
This section does not apply to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.1(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a cogenerator or electricity supplier that is subject to the public service company franchise tax; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.1(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
an electricity supplier that, before July 1, 1999, was not an electric company as defined in § 1–101 of the Public Utilities Article as in effect on June 30, 1999, unless the electricity supplier is an affiliate of such an electric company.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.1(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
Subject to the limitations in § 8–406(b)(2) of this article, a cogenerator or electricity supplier may claim a credit against the State income tax in the amount of $3 for each ton of Maryland–mined coal that the cogenerator or electricity supplier purchased in the taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.1(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.1(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A cogenerator or electricity supplier may only apply the credit against the State income tax for the taxable year in which the credit was earned.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.1(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The amount of the credit may not exceed the State income tax for that taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.1(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The total amount of credits approved under this section shall be subject to the limitations in § 8–406(b)(2)(iv), (v), and (vi) of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.1(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
A cogenerator or electricity supplier shall submit an application in accordance with § 8–406(b)(2)(iii) of this article in order to claim the credit available under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.1(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.1 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–704.4
An individual or a corporation may claim a credit against the income tax for wages paid to qualified employees as provided under Title 6, Subtitle 3 of the Economic Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.4 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–704.5
(a)
An individual or corporation may claim a credit against the State income tax for a certified rehabilitation as provided under § 5A-303 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.5(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
An individual or corporation that is not otherwise required to file an income tax return, including a corporation exempt from income tax under § 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.5(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
may file a return to claim a refund of the credit under this section; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.5(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
shall file a return if the individual or corporation is subject to the recapture of the credit under this section as provided under § 5A-303 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.5(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.5 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–704.6
An individual or a corporation may claim a credit against the State income tax for neighborhood and community assistance contributions as provided under § 6-404 of the Housing and Community Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.6 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–704.7
(a)
An individual or a corporation may claim a credit against the income tax for:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.7(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
wages paid to a qualified employee with a disability; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.7(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.7(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
child care provided or paid for by a business entity for the children of a qualified employee with a disability as provided under § 21–309 of the Education Article; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.7(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
transportation provided or paid for by the business entity for a qualified employee with a disability as provided under § 21–309 of the Education Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.7(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.7(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
An organization that is exempt from taxation under § 501(c)(3) or (4) of the Internal Revenue Code may apply the credit under this section:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.7(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
as a credit against income tax due on unrelated business taxable income as provided under §§ 10–304 and 10–812 of this title; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.7(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
as a credit for the payment to the Comptroller of taxes that the organization:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.7(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
is required to withhold from the wages of employees under § 10–908 of this title; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.7(b)(1)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
is required to pay to the Comptroller under § 10–906(a) of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.7(b)(1)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If the credit allowed under this subsection in any taxable year exceeds the sum of the State income tax otherwise payable by the organization for that taxable year and the taxes that the organization has withheld from the wages of employees and is required to pay to the Comptroller under § 10–906(a) of this title for the taxable year, the organization may apply the excess as a credit under paragraph (1)(i) or (ii) of this subsection in succeeding taxable years for the carryforward period provided in § 21–309 of the Education Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.7(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The Comptroller shall adopt regulations to provide procedures for claiming and applying credits authorized under paragraph (1)(ii) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.7(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.7 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–704.8
An individual or a corporation may claim a State tax credit against the income tax as provided under § 9-230 of the Tax - Property Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-704.8 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–705
To be allowed a credit under this subtitle, a person shall submit to the Comptroller satisfactory evidence that the person is entitled to the credit.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-705 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–706
(a)
Except as otherwise provided in this section, a credit allowed under this subtitle is allowed against the State income tax only.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-706(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A credit under § 10-701 of this subtitle is allowed against the total county and State income taxes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-706(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-706(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A credit allowed under § 10-704(a)(1) or § 10-709(b)(1) of this subtitle is allowed against the State income tax only.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-706(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A credit allowed under § 10-704(a)(2) or § 10-709(b)(2) of this subtitle is allowed against the county income tax only.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-706(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-706 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–707
(a)
An individual may claim a credit against the State income tax for a taxable year in the amount specified in subsection (b) of this section for property tax paid in that taxable year for owner-occupied, residential real property that is granted a property tax credit under § 9-317(e), § 9-318(d), or § 9-326 of the Tax - Property Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-707(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The credit shall equal the amount of the property tax credit granted for property tax paid under § 9-317(e), § 9-318(d), or § 9-326 of the Tax - Property Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-707(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
If the credit allowed under this section in any taxable year exceeds the State income tax for that taxable year, calculated before application of the credits under this section and §§ 10-701 and 10-701.1 of this subtitle, but after application of the other credits allowable under this subtitle, the excess of the credit shall be refunded.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-707(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-707 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–709
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-709(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-709(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Applicable poverty income level” means the amount specified in the poverty income standard that corresponds to the number of exemptions which the individual is allowed and claims under § 10–211(b)(1) of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-709(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Eligible low income taxpayer” means an individual, or an individual and the individual’s spouse if they file a joint income tax return:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-709(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
whose federal adjusted gross income as modified under §§ 10–204 through 10–206 of this title does not exceed the applicable poverty income level;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-709(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
whose earned income as defined under § 32(c)(2) of the Internal Revenue Code does not exceed the applicable poverty income level;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-709(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
who is not claimed as an exemption on another individual’s tax return under § 10–211 of this title; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-709(a)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
for whom the credit allowed under § 10–704(a)(1) of this subtitle is less than the State income tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-709(a)(3)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
“Poverty income standard” means the most recent poverty income guideline published by the United States Department of Health and Human Services, available as of July 1 of the taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-709(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-709(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
An eligible low income taxpayer may claim a credit against the State income tax for a taxable year in the amount determined under subsection (c) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-709(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
An eligible low income taxpayer may claim a credit against the county income tax for a taxable year in the amount determined under subsection (d) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-709(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
Except as provided in subsection (e) of this section, the credit allowed against the State income tax under subsection (b)(1) of this section equals the lesser of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-709(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the State income tax determined after subtracting the credit allowed under § 10–704(b)(1) of this subtitle; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-709(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
an amount equal to 5% of the eligible low income taxpayer’s earned income, as defined under § 32(c)(2) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-709(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
Except as provided in subsection (e) of this section, the credit allowed against the county income tax under subsection (b)(2) of this section equals the lesser of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-709(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the county income tax determined after subtracting the credit allowed under § 10–704(d) of this subtitle; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-709(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
an amount equal to the county income tax rate multiplied times the eligible low income taxpayer’s earned income, as defined under § 32(c)(2) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-709(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
Of the amount determined under subsection (c) or subsection (d) of this section, an individual who is a nonresident or is a resident of the State for only a part of the year is allowed only a fraction:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-709(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the numerator of which is the individual’s Maryland adjusted gross income; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-709(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the denominator of which is the individual’s federal adjusted gross income.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-709(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-709 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–710
(a)
In this section, “long-term care insurance” has the meaning stated in § 18-101 of the Insurance Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-710(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-710(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Subject to the limitation under paragraph (2) of this subsection, an employer may claim a tax credit in an amount equal to 5% of the costs incurred by the employer during the taxable year to provide long-term care insurance as part of an employee benefit package.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-710(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The credit allowed under this section may not exceed the lesser of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-710(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
$5,000; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-710(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
$100 for each employee in the State covered by long-term care insurance provided under the employee benefit package.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-710(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-710(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
An individual or corporation may apply the credit under subsection (b) of this section against the State income tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-710(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
An organization that is exempt from taxation under § 501(c)(3) or (4) of the Internal Revenue Code may apply the credit under this section against State income tax due on unrelated business taxable income as provided under §§ 10-304 and 10-812 of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-710(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-710(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If the employer is subject to more than one tax against which the credit allowed under this section may be applied, the same credit may not be applied more than once against different taxes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-710(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If the credit allowed under this subsection in any taxable year exceeds the total tax otherwise payable by the employer for that taxable year, the employer may apply the excess as a credit for succeeding taxable years until the earlier of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-710(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the full amount of the excess is used; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-710(d)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the expiration of the 5th taxable year after the taxable year in which the costs to provide long-term care insurance as part of an employee benefit package were incurred.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-710(d)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-710 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–714
An individual or corporation may claim a credit against the State income tax for One Maryland project costs and start–up costs as provided under Title 6, Subtitle 4 of the Economic Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-714 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–715
(a)
An individual or corporation may claim a credit against the State income tax for the cost of providing commuter benefits to the business entity’s employees as provided under § 2-901 of the Environment Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-715(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
An organization that is exempt from taxation under § 501(c)(3) or (4) of the Internal Revenue Code may apply the credit under this section as a credit for the payment to the Comptroller of taxes that the organization:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-715(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
is required to withhold from the wages of employees under § 10-908 of this title; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-715(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
is required to pay to the Comptroller under § 10-906(a) of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-715(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-715 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–716
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-716(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-716(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Federal child and dependent care credit” means the child and dependent care credit properly claimed by an individual for the taxable year under § 21 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-716(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Qualifying individual” means a qualifying individual within the meaning of § 21(b) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-716(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
“Taxpayer” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-716(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
an individual filing an income tax return; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-716(a)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a married couple filing a joint income tax return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-716(a)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A resident who is a taxpayer may claim a credit against the State income tax as provided in this section for expenses paid by the taxpayer during a taxable year for the care of a qualifying individual if the federal adjusted gross income of the taxpayer for the taxable year does not exceed:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-716(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
$92,000, in the case of an individual; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-716(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
$143,000, in the case of a married couple filing a joint income tax return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-716(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
Subject to subsection (d) of this section and except as provided in subsection (e) of this section, the credit allowed under subsection (b) of this section equals the lesser of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-716(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
32% of the federal child and dependent care credit; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-716(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the State income tax for the taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-716(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-716(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If the federal adjusted gross income of a taxpayer filing an individual return for the taxable year exceeds $30,000, the credit otherwise allowed under this section shall be reduced by 1% for each $2,000 or fraction of $2,000 by which the individual’s federal adjusted gross income exceeds $30,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-716(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
In the case of an individual who is a member of a married couple filing a joint income tax return, if the individual’s federal adjusted gross income for the taxable year exceeds $50,000, the credit otherwise allowed under this section shall be reduced by 1% for each $3,000 or fraction of $3,000 by which the individual’s federal adjusted gross income exceeds $50,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-716(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
If the credit allowed under this section in any taxable year exceeds the State income tax for that taxable year, the taxpayer may claim a refund in the amount of the excess if the taxpayer’s federal adjusted gross income does not exceed:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-716(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
$50,000 in the case of an individual; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-716(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
$75,000 in the case of a married couple filing a joint income tax return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-716(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-716(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
For each taxable year beginning after December 31, 2019, the maximum income thresholds under subsection (b) of this section and the maximum income thresholds under subsection (e) of this section shall be increased by an amount equal to the product of the maximum income thresholds and the cost–of–living adjustment specified in this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-716(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
For purposes of this subsection, the cost–of–living adjustment is the cost–of–living adjustment within the meaning of § 1(f)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code for the calendar year in which a taxable year begins, as determined by the Comptroller, by substituting “calendar year 2018” for “calendar year 2016” in § 1(f)(3)(A) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-716(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
If any increase determined under paragraph (1) of this subsection is not a multiple of $50, the increase shall be rounded down to the next lowest multiple of $50.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-716(f)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
The credit allowed under this section does not affect the treatment under this title of any deduction or exclusion allowed under this title or allowed for federal income tax purposes for expenses paid by the taxpayer for the care of a qualifying individual.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-716(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-716 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–717
(a)
An individual who is a classroom teacher or a teacher at a State or local correctional facility or a juvenile facility listed in § 9–226 of the Human Services Article and who holds a standard professional certificate or an advanced professional certificate may claim a credit against the State income tax for up to $1,500 of tuition paid by the individual during the taxable year for graduate level courses required to maintain certification if the individual:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-717(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
successfully completes the courses with a grade of B or better;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-717(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
is employed by a county board of education, a State or local correctional facility, or a juvenile facility listed in § 9–226 of the Human Services Article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-717(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
teaches in a public school, a State or local correctional facility, or a juvenile facility listed in § 9–226 of the Human Services Article and receives a satisfactory performance evaluation for that teaching; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-717(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
has not been reimbursed by the State or a county for the tuition paid.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-717(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-717(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If a county, the State or local correctional facility, or a juvenile facility listed in § 9–226 of the Human Services Article partially reimburses an individual for tuition paid, the individual may claim a tax credit allowed under this section for the balance of the tuition not paid by the county or the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-717(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The credit allowed under this section may not exceed the State income tax for that taxable year, calculated before the application of the credits allowed under this section and §§ 10–701 and 10–701.1 of this subtitle but after the application of the other credits allowable under this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-717(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The unused amount of the credit for any taxable year may not be carried over to any other taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-717(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-717 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–718
(a)
In this section, “eligible long–term care premiums” means eligible long–term care premiums within the meaning of § 213(d)(10) of the Internal Revenue Code for a long–term care insurance contract covering an individual who is a Maryland resident.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-718(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
An individual may claim a credit against the State income tax in an amount equal to 100% of the eligible long–term care premiums paid by the individual during the taxable year for long–term care insurance covering the individual or the individual’s spouse, parent, stepparent, child, or stepchild.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-718(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The credit allowed under this section:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-718(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
may not exceed $500 for each insured covered by long–term care insurance for which the individual pays the premiums;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-718(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
may not be claimed by more than one taxpayer with respect to the same insured individual; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-718(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
may not be claimed with respect to an insured individual if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-718(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the insured individual was covered by long–term care insurance at any time before July 1, 2000; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-718(c)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the credit has been claimed with respect to that insured individual by any taxpayer for any prior taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-718(c)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-718(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The total amount of the credit allowed under this section for any taxable year may not exceed the State income tax for that taxable year, calculated before application of the credits under this section and §§ 10–701 and 10–701.1 of this subtitle, but after application of the other credits allowable under this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-718(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The unused amount of the credit for any taxable year may not be carried over to any other taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-718(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
The credit allowed under this section does not affect the treatment under this title of any deduction or exclusion allowed for federal income tax purposes for the eligible long–term care premiums paid by the individual.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-718(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
On or before December 1, 2005, and each December 1 thereafter, the Comptroller shall report to the Governor and, subject to § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, to the General Assembly, regarding the credit allowed under this section, including:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-718(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the number of individuals who have claimed the credit, the amount allowed as credits, and the additional number of individuals covered by long–term care insurance as a result of the credit; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-718(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the savings under the State’s Medical Assistance Program as a result of additional individuals being covered by long–term care insurance as a result of the credit.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-718(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-718 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–720
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Administration” means the Maryland Energy Administration.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Except as provided in subparagraphs (ii) and (iii) of this paragraph, “qualified energy resources” has the meaning stated in § 45(c)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Qualified energy resources” includes any nonhazardous waste material that is segregated from other waste materials and is derived from:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
any of the following forest–related resources, not including old–growth timber:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(a)(3)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
mill residues, except sawdust and wood shavings;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(a)(3)(ii)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
forest thinnings;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(a)(3)(ii)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(C.)
slash; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(a)(3)(ii)(C.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(D.)
brush;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(a)(3)(ii)(D.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
waste pallets, crates, and dunnage and landscape or right–of–way trimmings; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(a)(3)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
agricultural sources, including, but not limited to, orchard tree crops, vineyard, grain, legumes, sugar, and other crop by–products or residues.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(a)(3)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“Qualified energy resources” includes methane gas or other combustible gases resulting from the decomposition of organic materials from an agricultural operation, or from a landfill or wastewater treatment plant using one or a combination of the following processes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(a)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
anaerobic decomposition; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(a)(3)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
thermal decomposition.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(a)(3)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
“Qualified Maryland facility” means a facility located in the State that primarily uses qualified energy resources to produce electricity and is originally placed in service on or after January 1, 2006, but before January 1, 2019.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, an individual or corporation that receives an initial credit certificate from the Administration may claim a credit against the State income tax for a taxable year in an amount equal to 0.85 cents for each kilowatt hour of electricity:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
produced by the individual or corporation from qualified energy resources at a qualified Maryland facility during the 5–year period specified in the initial credit certificate; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
sold by the individual or corporation to a person other than a related person, within the meaning of § 45 of the Internal Revenue Code, during the taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The annual tax credit under this subsection may not exceed one–fifth of the maximum amount of credit stated in the initial credit certificate.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Subject to the provisions of this subsection and subsection (d) of this section, on application by a taxpayer, the Administration shall issue an initial credit certificate if the taxpayer has demonstrated that the taxpayer will within the next 12 months produce electricity from qualified energy resources at a qualified Maryland facility.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The initial credit certificate issued under this subsection shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
state the maximum amount of credit that may be claimed by the taxpayer for electricity produced over a 5–year period;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
state the earliest tax year for which the credit may be claimed; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
state the 5–year period during which electricity produced from qualified energy resources at the qualified Maryland facility qualifies for the credit.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(c)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The maximum amount of credit stated in the initial credit certificate shall, for an energy producer, be in an amount equal to the lesser of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the product of multiplying 5 times the taxpayer’s estimated annual tax credit, based on estimated annual energy production, as certified by the Administration; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(c)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
$2,500,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(c)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
The Administration shall approve all applications that qualify for an initial credit certificate under this subsection on a first–come, first–served basis.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(c)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
If a taxpayer over a 3–year period does not claim on average at least 10% of the maximum credit amount stated in the initial credit certificate, the Administration at its discretion may cancel an amount of the taxpayer’s initial credit certificate equal to the product of multiplying:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(c)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the amount of the credit on average that was not claimed over the 3–year period; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(c)(5)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the remaining number of tax years that the taxpayer is eligible to take the credit.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(c)(5)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
An applicant for an initial credit certificate or a taxpayer whose credits have been canceled under paragraph (5) of this subsection, may appeal a decision by the Administration to the Office of Administrative Hearings in accordance with Title 10, Subtitle 2 of the State Government Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(c)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
The Administration may not issue an initial credit certificate after December 31, 2018.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(c)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(8)
The Administration may not issue initial credit certificates for credit amounts less than $1,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(c)(8) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this subsection, “Reserve Fund” means the Maryland Clean Energy Incentive Tax Credit Reserve Fund established under paragraph (2) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
There is a Maryland Clean Energy Incentive Tax Credit Reserve Fund that is a special continuing, nonlapsing fund that is not subject to § 7–302 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(d)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
The money in the Reserve Fund shall be invested and reinvested by the Treasurer, and interest and earnings shall be credited to the General Fund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(d)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Except as otherwise provided in this paragraph, for any fiscal year, the Administration may not issue initial credit certificates for credit amounts in the aggregate totaling more than the amount appropriated to the Reserve Fund for that fiscal year in the State budget as approved by the General Assembly.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(d)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
If the aggregate credit amounts under initial credit certificates issued in a fiscal year total less than the amount appropriated to the Reserve Fund for that fiscal year, any excess amount shall remain in the Reserve Fund and may be issued under initial credit certificates for the next fiscal year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(d)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
For any fiscal year, if funds are transferred from the Reserve Fund under the authority of any provision of law other than under paragraph (6) of this subsection, the maximum credit amounts in the aggregate for which the Administration may issue initial credit certificates shall be reduced by the amount transferred.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(d)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
For each of fiscal years 2018 and 2019, the Governor may include in the budget bill an appropriation to the Reserve Fund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(d)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
Notwithstanding the provisions of § 7–213 of the State Finance and Procurement Article, the Governor may not reduce an appropriation to the Reserve Fund in the State budget as approved by the General Assembly.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(d)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(d)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Except as provided in this paragraph, money appropriated to the Reserve Fund shall remain in the Fund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(d)(6)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(d)(6)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
Within 15 days after the end of each calendar quarter, the Administration shall notify the Comptroller as to each final credit certificate issued during the quarter:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(d)(6)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
the maximum credit amount stated in the initial tax credit certificate for the producer of electricity from qualified energy resources at a qualified Maryland facility; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(d)(6)(ii)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
the final certified credit amount for the electricity producer.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(d)(6)(ii)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
On notification that a final credit amount has been certified, the Comptroller shall transfer an amount equal to the credit amount stated in the initial credit certificate for the electricity producer from the Reserve Fund to the General Fund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(d)(6)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
If the credit allowed under this section in any taxable year exceeds the State income tax otherwise payable by the corporation or individual for that taxable year, the corporation or the individual may claim a refund in the amount of the excess.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
On January 1, 2007, and each year thereafter, the Administration shall provide to the Comptroller a list of all taxpayers in the prior tax year that have been issued an initial credit certificate and shall specify for each taxpayer the earliest tax year for which the credit may be claimed and the maximum amount of credit allowed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
On or before October 1, 2007, and each year thereafter, the Comptroller and the Administration jointly shall submit to the Governor and, subject to § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, to the General Assembly a written report regarding:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(f)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the number of certifications and taxpayers claiming the credit under this section;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(f)(2)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the name and physical location of each taxpayer issued an initial credit certificate;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(f)(2)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
the maximum credit amount approved for each taxpayer;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(f)(2)(i)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
the geographical distribution of the credits claimed; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(f)(2)(i)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5.)
any other available information the Administration determines to be meaningful and appropriate.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(f)(2)(i)(5.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
The Comptroller shall ensure that the information is presented and classified in a manner consistent with the confidentiality of tax return information.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720(f)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-720 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–721
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-721 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–722
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Administration” means the Maryland Energy Administration.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
“Allowable costs” means amounts properly chargeable to capital account, other than for land, that are paid or incurred on or after July 1, 2001, for:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
construction or rehabilitation;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(3)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
commissioning costs;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(3)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
interest paid or incurred during the construction or rehabilitation period;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(3)(i)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
architectural, engineering, and other professional fees allocable to construction or rehabilitation;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(3)(i)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5.)
closing costs for construction, rehabilitation, or mortgage loans;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(3)(i)(5.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6.)
recording taxes and filing fees incurred with respect to construction or rehabilitation; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(3)(i)(6.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7.)
finishes and furnishings consistent with the regulations adopted by the Administration under this section, lighting, plumbing, electrical wiring, and ventilation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(3)(i)(7.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Allowable costs” does not include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the cost of telephone systems and computers, other than electrical wiring costs;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(3)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
legal fees allocable to construction or rehabilitation;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(3)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
site costs, including temporary electric wiring, scaffolding, demolition costs, and fencing and security facilities;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(3)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
finishes or furnishings that are not consistent with the regulations adopted by the Administration under this section; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(3)(ii)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5.)
the cost of purchasing or installing fuel cells, wind turbines, or photovoltaic modules.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(3)(ii)(5.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
“Applicable energy efficiency standards” means ASHRAE/IESNA Standard 90.1–1999, Energy Standard for Buildings Except Low–Rise Residential Buildings, published by the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air–Conditioning Engineers.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
“Base building” means all areas of a building not intended for occupancy by a tenant or owner, including the structural components of the building, exterior walls, floors, windows, roofs, foundations, chimneys and stacks, parking areas, mechanical rooms and mechanical systems, and owner–controlled or operated service spaces, sidewalks, main lobby, shafts and vertical transportation mechanisms, stairways, and corridors.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
“Commissioning” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the testing and fine–tuning of heat, ventilating, and air–conditioning systems and other systems to assure proper functioning and adherence to design criteria; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(6)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the preparation of system operation manuals and instruction of maintenance personnel.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(6)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
“Credit allowance year” means the later of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the taxable year during which:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(7)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the property, construction, completion, or rehabilitation on which the credit allowed under this section is based is originally placed in service; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(7)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
a fuel cell, wind turbine, or photovoltaic module constitutes a qualifying alternate energy source and is fully operational; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(7)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the earliest taxable year for which the credit may be claimed under the initial credit certificate issued under subsection (k) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(7)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(8)
“Eligible building” means a building located in the State that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(8) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(8)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
is a building used primarily for nonresidential purposes if the building contains at least 20,000 square feet of interior space;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(8)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
is a residential multifamily building with at least 12 dwelling units that contains at least 20,000 square feet of interior space; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(8)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
is any combination of buildings described in item 1 or 2 of this item;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(8)(i)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
in the case of a newly constructed building for which a certificate of occupancy was not issued before July 1, 2001:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(8)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
is located on a qualified brownfields site, as defined under § 5–301 of the Economic Development Article; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(8)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(8)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
is located in a priority funding area under § 5–7B–02 of the State Finance and Procurement Article; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(8)(ii)(2.)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
is not located on wetlands, the alteration of which requires a permit under § 404 of the federal Clean Water Act, 33 U.S.C. § 1344; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(8)(ii)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
in the case of a rehabilitation of a building:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(8)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
is located in a priority funding area under § 5–7B–02 of the State Finance and Procurement Article or on a qualified brownfields site as defined under § 5–301 of the Economic Development Article; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(8)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
is not an increase of more than 25% in the square footage of the building.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(8)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(9)
“Fuel cell” means a device that produces electricity directly from hydrogen or hydrocarbon fuel through a noncombustive electrochemical process.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(9) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(10)
“Green base building” means a base building that is part of an eligible building and meets the requirements set out in subsection (i) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(10) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(11)
“Green tenant space” means tenant space in a building if the building is an eligible building and the tenant space meets the requirements of subsection (j) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(11) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(12)
“Green whole building” means a building for which the base building is a green base building and all tenant space is green tenant space.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(12) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(13)
“Incremental cost of building–integrated photovoltaic modules” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(13) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the cost of building–integrated photovoltaic modules and any associated inverter, additional wiring or other electrical equipment for the photovoltaic modules, or additional mounting or structural materials, less the cost of spandrel glass or other building material that would have been used if building–integrated photovoltaic modules were not installed;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(13)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
incremental labor costs properly allocable to on–site preparation, assembly, and original installation of photovoltaic modules; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(13)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
incremental costs of architectural and engineering services and designs and plans directly related to the construction or installation of photovoltaic modules.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(13)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(14)
“Qualifying alternate energy sources” means building–integrated and nonbuilding–integrated photovoltaic modules, wind turbines, and fuel cells installed to serve the base building or tenant space that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(14) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
have the capability to monitor their actual power output;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(14)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
are fully commissioned upon installation, and annually thereafter, to ensure that the systems meet their design specifications; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(14)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
in the case of wind turbines, meet any applicable noise ordinances.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(14)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(15)
“Tenant improvements” means improvements that are necessary or appropriate to support or conduct the business of a tenant or occupying owner.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(15) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(16)
“Tenant space” means the portion of a building intended for occupancy by a tenant or occupying owner.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(a)(16) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
An individual or a corporation may claim a credit against the State income tax as provided under this section for green buildings and green building components.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If the credit allowed under this section exceeds the State income tax, any unused credit may be carried forward and applied for succeeding taxable years until the earlier of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the full amount of the credit is used; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the expiration of the 10th year after the taxable year for which the credit was allowed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
For each of the credits under subsections (c) through (h) of this section, the credit may not be allowed for any taxable year unless:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the taxpayer has obtained and filed an initial credit certificate and an eligibility certificate issued under subsection (k) of this section;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(b)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a certificate of occupancy for the building has been issued; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(b)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
the property with respect to which the credit is claimed is in service during the taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(b)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
The total amount allowed in the aggregate for all credits under this section may not exceed the maximum set forth in the initial credit certificate obtained under subsection (k) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(b)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
In determining the amount of the credits under this section, a cost paid or incurred may not be the basis for more than one credit.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(b)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
For the taxable year that is the credit allowance year, an owner or tenant may claim a credit in an amount equal to 8% of the allowable costs paid or incurred by the owner or tenant for the construction of a green whole building or the rehabilitation of a building that is not a green whole building to be a green whole building.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The allowable costs used to determine the credit amount allowed under this subsection for a green whole building may not exceed in the aggregate:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
$120 per square foot for that portion of the building that comprises the base building; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
$60 per square foot for that portion of the building that comprises the tenant space.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
For the taxable year that is the credit allowance year, an owner may claim a credit in an amount equal to 6% of the allowable costs paid or incurred by the owner for the construction of a green base building or the rehabilitation of a building that is not a green base building to be a green base building.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The allowable costs used to determine the credit amount allowed under this subsection for a green base building may not exceed, in the aggregate, $120 per square foot.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
For the taxable year that is the credit allowance year, an owner or tenant may claim a credit in an amount equal to 6% of the allowable costs for tenant improvements paid or incurred by the owner or tenant in the construction or completion of green tenant space or the rehabilitation of tenant space that is not green tenant space to be green tenant space.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
The allowable costs used to determine the credit amount allowed under this subsection for green tenant space may not exceed, in the aggregate, $60 per square foot.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(e)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
If an owner and tenant both incur allowable costs for tenant improvements under this subsection and the costs exceed $60 per square foot in the aggregate, the owner has priority as to costs constituting the basis for the green tenant space credit under this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(e)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The credit under this subsection for green tenant space may not be claimed by an owner of a building that occupies fewer than 10,000 square feet of the building.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(e)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
The credit under this subsection for green tenant space may not be claimed by a tenant that occupies fewer than 5,000 square feet.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(e)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
For the taxable year that is the credit allowance year, an owner or tenant may claim a credit in the amount determined under this subsection for the installation of a fuel cell that is a qualifying alternate energy source and is installed to serve a green whole building, green base building, or green tenant space.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The amount of the credit allowed under this subsection is 30% of the sum of the capitalized costs paid or incurred by an owner or tenant with respect to each fuel cell installed, including the cost of the foundation or platform and the labor costs associated with installation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The costs used to determine the credit amount allowed under this subsection for installation of a fuel cell:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(f)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
may not exceed $1,000 per kilowatt of installed DC rated capacity of the fuel cell; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(f)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
shall be reduced by the amount of any federal, State, or local grant:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(f)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
received by the taxpayer and used for the purchase or installation of the fuel cell; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(f)(3)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
not included in the federal gross income of the taxpayer.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(f)(3)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
For the taxable year that is the credit allowance year, an owner or tenant may claim a credit in the amount determined under this subsection for the installation of photovoltaic modules that constitute a qualifying alternate energy source and are installed to serve a green whole building, green base building, or green tenant space.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(g)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The amount of the credit allowed under this subsection is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(g)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
20% of the incremental cost paid or incurred by an owner or tenant for building–integrated photovoltaic modules; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(g)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
25% of the cost of nonbuilding–integrated photovoltaic modules, including the cost of the foundation or platform and the labor costs associated with installation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(g)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The costs used to determine the credit amount allowed under this subsection for installation of photovoltaic modules:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(g)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
may not exceed the product obtained by multiplying $3 times the number of watts included in the DC rated capacity of the photovoltaic modules; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(g)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
shall be reduced by the amount of any federal, State, or local grant:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(g)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
received by the taxpayer and used for the purchase or installation of the photovoltaic equipment; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(g)(3)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
not included in the federal gross income of the taxpayer.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(g)(3)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
For the taxable year that is the credit allowance year, an owner or tenant may claim a credit in the amount determined under paragraph (2) of this subsection for the installation of a wind turbine that is a qualifying alternate energy source and is installed to serve a green whole building, green base building, or green tenant space.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(h)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The amount of the credit allowed under this subsection is 25% of the sum of the capitalized costs paid or incurred by an owner or tenant with respect to each wind turbine installed, including the cost of the foundation or platform and the labor costs associated with installation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(h)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
By regulation, the Administration shall adopt standards for a building to qualify as a green base building eligible for the tax credits under this section that are consistent with the criteria for green base buildings set forth by the United States Green Building Council or other similar criteria.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(i)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The regulations adopted under this subsection shall provide that the energy use shall be no more than 65% for new construction of a base building, or 75% in the case of rehabilitation of a base building, of the energy use attributable to a reference building that meets the requirements of applicable energy efficiency standards.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(i)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(j)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(j) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
By regulation, the Administration shall adopt standards for tenant space to qualify as green tenant space eligible for the tax credits under this section that are consistent with the criteria for green tenant space set forth by the United States Green Building Council or other similar criteria.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(j)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The regulations adopted under this subsection shall provide that the energy use shall be no more than 65% for new construction, or 75% in the case of rehabilitation, of the energy use attributable to a reference building that meets the requirements of applicable energy efficiency standards.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(j)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(k)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
On application by a taxpayer, the Administration shall issue an initial credit certificate if the taxpayer has made a showing that the taxpayer is likely within a reasonable time to place in service property for which a credit under this section would be allowed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
The initial credit certificate issued under this paragraph:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
shall state the earliest taxable year for which the credit may be claimed and an expiration date; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(1)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
shall apply only to property placed in service on or before the expiration date.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(1)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
To avoid unwarranted hardship, the Administration at its discretion may extend the expiration date stated under an initial credit certificate.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
The initial credit certificate shall state the maximum amount of credit allowable in the aggregate for all credits allowed under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
The Administration may not issue initial credit certificates, in the aggregate, for more than $25,000,000 worth of credits.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(1)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
Except as provided in subparagraph (vii) of this paragraph, initial credit certificates shall be limited in their applicability, as follows: Credits in the aggregate With respect to taxable years may not be allowed beginning: for more than: $1 million 2003 $2 million 2004 $3 million 2005 $4 million 2006 $5 million 2007 $4 million 2008 $3 million 2009 $2 million 2010 $1 million 2011
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(1)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vii)
As of the end of a calendar year, if certificates for credit amounts totaling less than the amount permitted with respect to taxable years beginning in that calendar year have been issued, the maximum amount that may be allowed for taxable years beginning in the subsequent calendar year shall be increased by the amount of the preceding year’s shortfall.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(1)(vii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(viii)
The Administration may not issue an initial credit certificate after December 31, 2011.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(1)(viii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ix)
On January 1, 2004, and each year thereafter, the Administration shall provide to the Comptroller a list of all taxpayers in the prior taxable year that have been issued an initial credit certificate and shall specify for each taxpayer the earliest taxable year for which the credit may be claimed and the maximum amount of the credit allowable in the aggregate for all credits allowed under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(1)(ix) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
For each taxable year for which a taxpayer claims a credit under this section with respect to a green whole building, green base building, green tenant space, fuel cell, photovoltaic module, or wind turbine, the taxpayer shall obtain an eligibility certificate from an architect or professional engineer licensed to practice in this State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
An eligibility certificate issued under this paragraph shall consist of a certification, under the seal of the architect or engineer, that the property that is the basis for the credit that is claimed is in service and that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the building, base building, or tenant space with respect to which the credit is claimed is a green whole building, green base building, or green tenant space; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
any fuel cell, photovoltaic module, or wind turbine with respect to which the credit is claimed constitutes a qualifying alternate energy source and is fully operational.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
The certification under subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
shall be made in accordance with the regulations adopted by the Administration under this section specifying the standards and guidelines for each credit under this section; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(2)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
shall set forth the specific findings on which the certification was based.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(2)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
The taxpayer shall file the eligibility certificate and the associated initial credit certificate with the taxpayer’s income tax return and shall file duplicate copies of the eligibility certificate with the Administration.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
The eligibility certificate shall include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(2)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
sufficient information to identify each building or space; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(2)(v)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
any other information that the Administration or the Comptroller requires by regulation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(2)(v)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
If the Administration has reason to believe that an architect or professional engineer, in making any certification under this subsection, engaged in professional misconduct, the Administration shall inform the appropriate professional board of the suspected misconduct.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
The Comptroller and the Administration may adopt regulations necessary to carry out the provisions of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
Regulations adopted under this section shall construe the provisions of this section in such a manner as to encourage the development of green whole buildings, green base buildings, and green tenant space and to maintain high, but commercially reasonable, standards for obtaining tax credits under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
On or before April 1, 2005, the Comptroller and the Administration, jointly and in consultation with the Department of the Environment, shall submit to the Governor and, subject to § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, to the General Assembly, a written report regarding:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the number of certifications and taxpayers claiming the credit under this section;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(5)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the amount of the credits claimed;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(5)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
the geographical distribution of the credits claimed; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(5)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
any other available information the Administration determines to be meaningful and appropriate.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(5)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
The Comptroller shall ensure that the information is presented and classified in a manner consistent with the confidentiality of tax return information.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(k)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(l)
On or before July 1, 2002, the Administration, in consultation with the Department of the Environment and the Department of Natural Resources, shall adopt regulations with respect to the certification of green whole buildings, green base buildings, and green tenant space that are consistent with criteria set forth by the State’s Green Buildings Council or other similar criteria for:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(l) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
energy use;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(l)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
appliance and heating, cooling, and hot water equipment standards;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(l)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
air conditioning equipment, including chillers;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(l)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
building materials, finishes, and furnishings;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(l)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
stormwater runoff for new construction;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(l)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
water conservation and efficiency; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(l)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
indoor air quality, in consultation with the Maryland Department of Health.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722(l)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-722 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–723
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Department” means the Department of Natural Resources.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Member” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a shareholder of an S corporation;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a general or limited partner of a partnership, a limited partnership, or a limited liability partnership;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a member of a limited liability company; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(a)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
a beneficiary of a business trust or a statutory trust.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(a)(3)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
“Pass–through entity” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
an S corporation;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(a)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a partnership;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(a)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a limited liability company that is not taxed as a corporation under this title; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(a)(4)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
a business trust or a statutory trust that is not taxed as a corporation under this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(a)(4)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
An individual or a member of a pass–through entity may claim a credit against the State income tax as provided in this section for an easement conveyed to the Maryland Environmental Trust, the Maryland Agricultural Land Preservation Foundation, or the Department for the purpose of preserving open space, natural resources, agriculture, forest land, watersheds, significant ecosystems, viewsheds, or historic properties, if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the easement is perpetual; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the easement is accepted and approved by the Board of Public Works.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Subject to subsection (d)(2) of this section, the credit under this section shall be allowed for the taxable year in which the conveyance is approved by the Board of Public Works.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as otherwise provided in this section, the amount of the credit allowed under this section is the amount by which the fair market value of the property before the conveyance of the easement exceeds the fair market value of the property after the conveyance of the easement.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The fair market value of the property before and after the conveyance of the easement shall be substantiated by an appraisal prepared by a certified real estate appraiser, as defined under § 16–101 of the Business Occupations and Professions Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The amount of the credit shall be reduced by the amount of any payment received for the easement.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
For any taxable year, the credit allowed under this section may not exceed the lesser of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the State income tax for that taxable year; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(d)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
$5,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(d)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If the credit otherwise allowable under subsection (c) of this section exceeds the limit under paragraph (1) of this subsection, a taxpayer may apply the excess as a credit against the State income tax for succeeding taxable years until the earlier of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the full amount of the excess is used; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(d)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the expiration of the 15th taxable year after the taxable year in which the conveyance was approved by the Board of Public Works.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(d)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
For each taxable year, the amount carried forward to the taxable year under paragraph (2) of this subsection may not exceed the limit under paragraph (1) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
The sum of all credits claimed by members of a pass–through entity in a taxable year may not exceed the amount specified under paragraph (1)(ii) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(d)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(d)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
For a taxable year, the total aggregate amount of credits claimed by members of pass–through entities under this section may not exceed $200,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(d)(5)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
For pass–through entities, the Board of Public Works shall approve credits for conveyances under this section on a first–come, first–served basis.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(d)(5)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
The credit under this section may not be claimed for a required dedication of open space for the purpose of fulfilling density requirements to obtain a subdivision or building permit.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
The Comptroller shall adopt regulations to specify procedures for a member of a pass–through entity to claim the credit under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-723 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–724
(a)
In this section, “aquaculture oyster float” means a device that is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-724(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
purchased new;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-724(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
specifically designed for the purpose of growing oysters at or under an individual homeowner’s pier; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-724(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
constructed to be fully buoyant and facilitate the growth of oysters for the width of the pier.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-724(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Subject to the limitations of this section, an individual may claim a credit against the State income tax in an amount equal to 100% of the purchase price of aquaculture oyster floats purchased during the taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-724(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-724(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
For any taxable year, the credit allowed under this section may not exceed the lesser of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-724(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
$500; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-724(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the State income tax imposed for the taxable year calculated before the application of the credits allowed under this section and under §§ 10-701 and 10-701.1 of this subtitle but after the application of any other credit allowed under this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-724(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The unused amount of the credit may not be carried over to any other taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-724(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-724 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–725
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Biotechnology company” means a company organized for profit that is primarily engaged in, or within 2 months will be primarily engaged in, the research, development, or commercialization of innovative and proprietary technology that comprises, interacts with, or analyzes biological material including biomolecules (DNA, RNA, or protein), cells, tissues, or organs.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
“Company” means any entity of any form duly organized and existing under the laws of any jurisdiction for the purpose of conducting business for profit.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Company” does not include a sole proprietorship.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
“Department” means the Department of Commerce.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
“Investment” means the contribution of money in cash or cash equivalents expressed in United States dollars, at a risk of loss, to a qualified Maryland biotechnology company in exchange for stock, a partnership or membership interest, or other ownership interest in the equity of the qualified Maryland biotechnology company, title to which ownership interest shall vest in the qualified investor.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(a)(5)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Investment” does not include debt.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(a)(5)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
For purposes of this section, an investment is at risk of loss when its repayment entirely depends upon the success of the business operations of the qualified company.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(a)(5)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(a)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
“Qualified investor” means any individual or entity that invests at least $25,000 in a qualified Maryland biotechnology company and that is required to file an income tax return in any jurisdiction.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(a)(6)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Qualified investor” does not include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(a)(6)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
a qualified pension plan, individual retirement account, or other qualified retirement plan under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, as amended, or fiduciaries or custodians under such plans, or similar tax–favored plans or entities under the laws of other countries; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(a)(6)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
a founder or current employee of the qualified Maryland biotechnology company, if the company has been in active business for more than 5 years.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(a)(6)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(a)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
“Qualified Maryland biotechnology company” means a biotechnology company that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(a)(7)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
has its headquarters and base of operations in this State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(a)(7)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
has fewer than 50 full–time employees;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(a)(7)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
has been in active business no longer than 12 years;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(a)(7)(i)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
does not have its securities publicly traded on any exchange;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(a)(7)(i)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5.)
has been certified as a biotechnology company by the Department; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(a)(7)(i)(5.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6.)
the qualified investors in the company have not received more than $7,000,000 in tax credits in the aggregate under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(a)(7)(i)(6.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Qualified Maryland biotechnology company” includes a company that, within 2 months of the receipt of the investment, has met the requirements of subparagraph (i) of this paragraph.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(a)(7)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(8)
“Secretary” means the Secretary of Commerce.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(a)(8) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Biotechnology Investment Incentive Tax Credit is intended to foster the growth of Maryland’s biotechnology industry by incentivizing investment in early stage companies with the goal of increasing the number of companies developing biotechnologies in Maryland, increasing overall investments in the biotechnology sector, and increasing the number of individual investors actively investing in Maryland’s life sciences companies.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Subject to paragraphs (3) and (4) of this subsection and subsections (d) and (e) of this section, for the taxable year in which an investment in a qualified Maryland biotechnology company is made, a qualified investor may claim a credit against the State income tax in an amount equal to the amount of tax credit stated in the final credit certificate approved by the Secretary for the investment as provided under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
To be eligible for the tax credit described in paragraph (2) of this subsection, the qualified investor shall be:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
for a company, duly organized and in good standing in the jurisdiction under the laws under which it is organized;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(b)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
for a company, in good standing and authorized or registered to do business in the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(b)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
current in the payment of all tax obligations to the State or any unit or subdivision of the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(b)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
not in default under the terms of any contract with, indebtedness to, or grant from the State or any unit or subdivision of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(b)(3)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
To be eligible for the tax credit described in paragraph (2) of this subsection, the qualified investor may not, after making the proposed investment, own or control more than 25% of the equity interests in the qualified Maryland biotechnology company in which the investment is to be made.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(b)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
At least 30 days prior to making an investment in a qualified Maryland biotechnology company for which a qualified investor would be eligible for an initial tax credit certificate under subsection (b) of this section, the qualified investor shall submit an application to the Department.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The application shall evidence that the qualified Maryland biotechnology company is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
in good standing;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
current in the payment of all tax obligations to the State or any unit or subdivision of the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
not in default under the terms of any contract with, indebtedness to, or grant from the State or any unit or subdivision of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(c)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Subject to subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, the Department shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(c)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
approve all applications that qualify for credits under this section on a first–come, first–served basis; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(c)(3)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
within 30 days of receipt of an application, certify the amount of any approved tax credits to a qualified investor.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(c)(3)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
The Department may not issue any tax credit certificates under this section after June 30, 2028.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(c)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(c)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
After the date on which the Department issues an initial tax credit certificate under this section, a qualified investor shall have 30 calendar days to make an investment in a qualified Maryland biotechnology company under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(c)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
Within 10 calendar days after the date on which a qualified investor makes the investment, the qualified investor shall provide to the Department notice and proof of the making of the investment, including:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(c)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the date of the investment;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(c)(4)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the amount invested;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(c)(4)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
proof of the receipt of the invested funds by the qualified Maryland biotechnology company;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(c)(4)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
a complete description of the nature of the ownership interest in the equity of the qualified Maryland biotechnology company acquired in consideration of the investment; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(c)(4)(ii)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5.)
any reasonable supporting documentation the Department may require.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(c)(4)(ii)(5.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
If a qualified investor does not provide the notice and proof of the making of the investment required in subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph within 40 calendar days after the date on which the Department issues an initial tax credit certificate under this section:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(c)(4)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the Department shall rescind the initial tax credit certificate; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(c)(4)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the credit amount allocated to the rescinded certificate shall revert to the Maryland Biotechnology Investment Tax Credit Reserve Fund and shall be available in the applicable fiscal year for allocation by the Department to other initial tax credit certificates in accordance with the provisions of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(c)(4)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The tax credit allowed in an initial tax credit certificate issued under this section is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
except as provided in item (ii) of this paragraph, 33% of the investment in a qualified Maryland biotechnology company, not to exceed $250,000; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(d)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
50% of the investment in the qualified Maryland biotechnology company, not to exceed $500,000, if a qualified Maryland biotechnology company:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(d)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
is located in Allegany County, Dorchester County, Garrett County, or Somerset County; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(d)(1)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
is located in a Regional Institution Strategic Enterprise zone that is designated under Title 5, Subtitle 14 of the Economic Development Article, is based on technology that was developed at a qualified institution within that zone, and has been in active business not longer than 7 years.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(d)(1)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
During any fiscal year, the Secretary may not certify eligibility for tax credits for investments in a single qualified Maryland biotechnology company that in the aggregate exceed 10% of the total appropriations to the Maryland Biotechnology Investment Tax Credit Reserve Fund for that fiscal year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
If the tax credit allowed under this section in any taxable year exceeds the total tax otherwise payable by the qualified investor for that taxable year, the qualified investor may claim a refund in the amount of the excess.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this subsection, “Reserve Fund” means the Maryland Biotechnology Investment Tax Credit Reserve Fund established under paragraph (2) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
There is a Biotechnology Investment Tax Credit Reserve Fund which is a special continuing, nonlapsing fund that is not subject to § 7–302 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(e)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
The money in the Fund shall be invested and reinvested by the Treasurer, and interest and earnings shall be credited to the General Fund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(e)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(e)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Subject to the provisions of this subsection, the Secretary shall issue an initial tax credit certificate for each approved investment in a qualified Maryland biotechnology company eligible for a tax credit.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(e)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
An initial tax credit certificate issued under this subsection shall state the maximum amount of tax credit for which the qualified investor is eligible.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(e)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(e)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
Except as otherwise provided in this subparagraph, for any fiscal year, the Secretary may not issue initial tax credit certificates for credit amounts in the aggregate totaling more than the amount appropriated to the Reserve Fund for that fiscal year in the State budget as approved by the General Assembly.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(e)(3)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
If the aggregate credit amounts under initial tax credit certificates issued in a fiscal year total less than the amount appropriated to the Reserve Fund for that fiscal year, any excess amount shall remain in the Reserve Fund and may be issued under initial tax credit certificates for the next fiscal year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(e)(3)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
For any fiscal year, if funds are transferred from the Reserve Fund under the authority of any provision of law other than under paragraph (4) of this subsection, the maximum credit amounts in the aggregate for which the Secretary may issue initial tax credit certificates shall be reduced by the amount transferred.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(e)(3)(iii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
For each fiscal year, the Governor shall include in the budget bill an appropriation to the Reserve Fund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(e)(3)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
Notwithstanding the provisions of § 7–213 of the State Finance and Procurement Article, the Governor may not reduce an appropriation to the Reserve Fund in the State budget as approved by the General Assembly.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(e)(3)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
Based on the actual amount of an investment made by a qualified investor, the Secretary shall issue a final tax credit certificate to the qualified investor.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(e)(3)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(e)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Except as provided in this paragraph, money appropriated to the Reserve Fund shall remain in the Fund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(e)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(e)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
Within 15 days after the end of each calendar quarter, the Department shall notify the Comptroller as to each final credit certificate issued during the quarter:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(e)(4)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
the maximum credit amount stated in the initial tax credit certificate for the investment; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(e)(4)(ii)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
the final certified credit amount for the investment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(e)(4)(ii)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
On notification that an investment has been certified, the Comptroller shall transfer an amount equal to the credit amount stated in the initial tax credit certificate for the investment from the Reserve Fund to the General Fund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(e)(4)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The credit claimed under this section shall be recaptured as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection if within 2 years from the close of the taxable year for which the credit is claimed:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the qualified investor sells, transfers, or otherwise disposes of the ownership interest in the qualified Maryland biotechnology company that gave rise to the credit; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(f)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the qualified Maryland biotechnology company that gave rise to the credit ceases operating as an active business with its headquarters and base of operations in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(f)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The amount required to be recaptured under this subsection is the product of multiplying:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the total amount of the credit claimed or, in the case of an event described in paragraph (1)(i) of this subsection, the portion of the credit attributable to the ownership interest disposed of; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(f)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(f)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
100%, if the event requiring recapture of the credit occurs during the taxable year for which the tax credit is claimed;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(f)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
67%, if the event requiring recapture of the credit occurs during the first year after the close of the taxable year for which the tax credit is claimed; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(f)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
33%, if the event requiring recapture of the credit occurs more than 1 year but not more than 2 years after the close of the taxable year for which the tax credit is claimed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(f)(2)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The qualified investor that claimed the credit shall pay the amount to be recaptured as determined under paragraph (2) of this subsection as taxes payable to the State for the taxable year in which the event requiring recapture of the credit occurs.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(f)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Department may revoke its initial or final certification of an approved credit under this section if any representation in connection with the application for the certification is determined by the Department to have been false when made.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(g)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The revocation may be in full or in part as the Department may determine and, subject to paragraph (3) of this subsection, shall be communicated to the qualified investor and the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(g)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The qualified investor shall have an opportunity to appeal any revocation to the Department prior to notification of the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(g)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
The Comptroller may make an assessment against the qualified investor to recapture any amount of tax credit that the qualified investor has already claimed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(g)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
In accordance with § 2.5–109 of the Economic Development Article, the Department shall report on the initial tax credit certificates awarded for the calendar year and the qualified Maryland biotechnology companies that received an investment for which an initial tax credit certificate was awarded.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
The Department and the Comptroller jointly shall adopt regulations to carry out the provisions of this section and to specify criteria and procedures for application for, approval of, and monitoring continuing eligibility for the tax credit under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(j)
If a company receives an investment under subsection (a)(7)(ii) of this section and fails to satisfy the requirements for a qualified Maryland biotechnology company within 2 months, the Department shall revoke any final tax credit certificates that have been issued and recapture any tax credits already claimed by the qualified investor.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725(j) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-725 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–726
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Cellulosic ethanol technology” means technology that is used to develop cellulosic biomass for conversion to ethanol fuel.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Department” means the Department of Commerce.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
“Qualified research and development expenses” means expenses paid or incurred for cellulosic ethanol technology research and development that is conducted in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Subject to the limitations of this section, an individual or corporation may claim a credit against the State income tax in an amount equal to 10% of the qualified research and development expenses paid or incurred by the individual or corporation during the taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
By September 15 of the calendar year following the end of the taxable year in which the qualified research and development expenses were paid or incurred, an individual or corporation shall submit an application to the Department for the credit allowed under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
The total amount of credits approved by the Department under this section may not exceed $250,000 for any calendar year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
If the total amount of credits applied for by all individuals and corporations under this section exceeds the maximum specified under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph, the Department shall approve a credit under this section for each applicant in an amount equal to the product of multiplying the credit applied for by the applicant times a fraction:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the numerator of which is the maximum specified under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(c)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the denominator of which is the total of all credits applied for by all applicants in the calendar year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(c)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
By December 15 of the calendar year following the end of the taxable year in which the qualified research and development expenses were paid or incurred, the Department shall certify to the individual or corporation the amount of the research and development tax credit approved by the Department for the individual or corporation under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
To claim the approved credit allowed under this section, an individual or corporation shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(c)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
file an amended income tax return for the taxable year in which the qualified research and development expenses were paid or incurred; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(c)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
attach a copy of the Department’s certification of the approved credit amount to the amended income tax return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(c)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
If the credit allowed under this section in any taxable year exceeds the State income tax for that taxable year, an individual or corporation may apply the excess as a credit against the State income tax for succeeding taxable years until the earlier of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the full amount of the excess is used; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the expiration of the 15th taxable year after the taxable year in which the qualified research and development expenses were paid or incurred.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In determining the amount of the credit under this section:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
all members of the same controlled group of corporations, as defined under § 41(f) of the Internal Revenue Code, shall be treated as a single taxpayer; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(e)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the credit allowable by this section to each member shall be its proportionate share of the qualified research and development expenses giving rise to the credit.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(e)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Comptroller shall adopt regulations providing for:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
determination of the amount of the credit under this section in the case of trades or businesses, whether or not incorporated, that are under common control;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(e)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
pass–through and allocation of the credit in the case of estates and trusts, partnerships, unincorporated trades or businesses, and S corporations;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(e)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
adjustments in the case of acquisitions and dispositions described in § 41(f)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(e)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
determination of the credit in the case of short taxable years.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(e)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Department and the Comptroller jointly shall adopt regulations to prescribe standards for determining when research or development is considered conducted in the State for purposes of determining the credit under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
In adopting regulations under this subsection, the Department and the Comptroller may consider:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the location where services are performed;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(f)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the residence or business location of the person or persons performing services;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(f)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
the location where supplies used in research and development are consumed; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(f)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
any other factors that the Department determines are relevant for the determination.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(f)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
The credit under this section does not apply to any qualified research and development expenses paid or incurred after December 31, 2016.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-726 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–730
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Department” means the Department of Commerce.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Digital animation project” means the creation, development, and production of computer–generated animation content for distribution or exhibition to the general public.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
“Film production activity” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the production of a film or video project that is intended for nationwide commercial distribution; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(4)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
for a television series, each season of the television series.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(4)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Film production activity” includes the production of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
a feature film;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(4)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
a television project;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(4)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
a commercial;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(4)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
a corporate film;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(4)(ii)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5.)
a music video;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(4)(ii)(5.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6.)
a digital animation project;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(4)(ii)(6.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7.)
a documentary; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(4)(ii)(7.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(8.)
a talk, reality, or game show.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(4)(ii)(8.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“Film production activity” does not include production of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(4)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
a student film;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(4)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
a noncommercial personal video;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(4)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
a sports broadcast;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(4)(iii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
a broadcast of a live event;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(4)(iii)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5.)
a video, computer, or social networking game;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(4)(iii)(5.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6.)
pornography;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(4)(iii)(6.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7.)
an infomercial;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(4)(iii)(7.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(8.)
a digital project or an animation project other than a digital animation project; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(4)(iii)(8.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(9.)
a multimedia project.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(4)(iii)(9.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
“Maryland small or independent film entity” means a qualified film production entity that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
has been incorporated in Maryland for at least 3 months;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(5)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
is independently owned and operated;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(5)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
is not a subsidiary of another entity;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(5)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
is not dominant in its field of operation;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(5)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
employs 25 or fewer full–time employees; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(5)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
employs Maryland residents as at least 40% of its workforce in the film production activity.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(5)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
“Pornography” means any production for which records are required to be maintained under § 2257 of Title 18, U.S.C., with respect to any performer in such production engaging in sexually explicit conduct.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
“Qualified film production entity” means an entity that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
is carrying out a film production activity; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(7)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the Secretary determines to be eligible for the tax credit under this section in accordance with subsection (c) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(7)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(8)
“Secretary” means the Secretary of Commerce.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(8) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(9)
“Television series” means a group of program episodes intended for television broadcast or transmission with a common series title, with or without a predetermined number of episodes, and shall include a miniseries and a pilot episode produced for an intended television series.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(9) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(10)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(10) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
“Total direct costs”, with respect to a film production activity, means the total costs incurred in the State that are necessary to carry out the film production activity.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(10)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Total direct costs” includes costs incurred for:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(10)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
employee wages and benefits;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(10)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
fees for services;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(10)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
acquiring or leasing property;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(10)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
salaries, wages, or other compensation for writers, directors, or producers; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(10)(ii)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5.)
any other expense necessary to carry out a film production activity, including costs associated with:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(10)(ii)(5.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
set construction and operation;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(10)(ii)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
wardrobe, makeup, and related services;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(10)(ii)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(C.)
photography and sound synchronization, lighting, and related services and materials;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(10)(ii)(C.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(D.)
editing and related services, including film processing, transfers of film to tape or digital format, sound mixing, computer graphic services, special effects services, and animation services;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(10)(ii)(D.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(E.)
salary, wages, and other compensation including related benefits, for work performed in the State, paid to persons employed in the production;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(10)(ii)(E.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(F.)
rental of facilities in the State and equipment used in the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(10)(ii)(F.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(G.)
leasing of vehicles;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(10)(ii)(G.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(H.)
food and lodging;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(10)(ii)(H.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(I.)
music, if performed, composed, or recorded by a Maryland musician or published by a person or company domiciled in Maryland;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(10)(ii)(I.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(J.)
travel expenses incurred to bring persons employed, either directly or indirectly, in the production of the project to Maryland, but not including expenses of these persons departing from Maryland; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(10)(ii)(J.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(K.)
legal and accounting services performed by attorneys or accountants licensed in Maryland.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(10)(ii)(K.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“Total direct costs” does not include any salary, wages, or other compensation for personal services of an individual who receives more than $500,000 in salary, wages, or other compensation for personal services in connection with any film production activity.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(a)(10)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A qualified film production entity may claim a credit against the State income tax for film production activities in the State in an amount equal to the amount stated in the final tax credit certificate approved by the Secretary for film production activities.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If the tax credit allowed under this section in any taxable year exceeds the total tax otherwise payable by the qualified film production entity for that taxable year, the qualified film production entity may claim a refund in the amount of the excess.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Before beginning a film production activity, a film production entity shall submit to the Department an application to qualify as a film production entity.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The application shall describe the anticipated film production activity, including:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the projected total budget;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the estimated number of Maryland resident and out–of–state employees and total wages to be paid; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
the anticipated dates for carrying out the major elements of the film production activity.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(c)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
Except as provided in subsection (h) of this section, to qualify as a film production entity, the estimated total direct costs incurred in the State must exceed $250,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
The application shall include any other information required by the Secretary.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(c)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
For a film production entity with total direct costs that exceed $250,000, the Secretary may require the information provided in an application to be verified by an independent auditor selected and paid for by the film production entity seeking certification.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(c)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
The Secretary shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(c)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
determine if the film production entity qualifies for the credit under this section; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(c)(6)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
notify the Comptroller of the estimated amount of total direct costs and the taxable year the credit will be claimed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(c)(6)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
After completion of the film production activity, a qualified film production entity shall apply to the Department for a tax credit certificate.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The application shall be on a form required by the Secretary and shall include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
proof of the total direct costs that qualify for the tax credit; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(d)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the number of employees hired and wages paid.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(d)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
Subject to subsections (f) and (h) of this section, the Secretary shall determine the total direct costs that qualify for the tax credit and issue a tax credit certificate for:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
except as provided in item (ii) of this paragraph, 28% of the total direct costs that qualify for the tax credit; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(d)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
for a television series, 30% of the total direct costs that qualify for the tax credit.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(d)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
In accordance with § 2.5–109 of the Economic Development Article, the Department shall submit a report on film production activity in the State and the economic benefits to the State resulting from film production activity during the reporting period.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, the Secretary may not issue tax credit certificates for credit amounts in the aggregate totaling more than:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
for fiscal year 2014, $25,000,000;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(f)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
for fiscal year 2015, $7,500,000;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(f)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
for fiscal year 2016, $7,500,000;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(f)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
for fiscal year 2019, $8,000,000;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(f)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
for fiscal year 2020, $11,000,000;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(f)(1)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
for fiscal years 2021 through 2023, $12,000,000;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(f)(1)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vii)
for fiscal year 2024, $15,000,000;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(f)(1)(vii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(viii)
for fiscal year 2025, $17,500,000; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(f)(1)(viii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ix)
for fiscal year 2026 and each fiscal year thereafter, $12,000,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(f)(1)(ix) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If the aggregate credit amounts under the tax credit certificates issued by the Secretary total less than the maximum provided under paragraph (1) of this subsection in any fiscal year, any excess amount may be carried forward and issued under tax credit certificates in a subsequent fiscal year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The Secretary may not issue tax credit certificates for credit amounts totaling more than $10,000,000 in the aggregate for a single film production activity.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(f)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(f)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
For fiscal year 2019 and each fiscal year thereafter, the Secretary shall make 10% of the credit amount authorized under paragraph (1) of this subsection available for Maryland small or independent film entities.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(f)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
If the total amount of credits applied for by Maryland small or independent film entities is less than the amount made available under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph, the Secretary shall make available the unused amount of credits for use by qualified film production entities.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(f)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, a qualified film production entity that receives a tax credit certificate under this section for a film production activity shall include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(g)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
for a feature film project, a 5–second long static or animated logo that promotes the State in the end credits before the below–the–line crew crawl for the life of the project and a link to the State’s website on the project’s website;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(g)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
for a television series project, an embedded 5–second long static or animated logo that promotes the State during each broadcast worldwide for the life of the project and a link to the State’s website on the project’s website; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(g)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
for any other project, the State logo at the end of each project and in online promotions.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(g)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
In lieu of including a State logo as required under paragraph (1) of this subsection, the qualified film production entity may offer alternative marketing opportunities to be evaluated by the Department to ensure that those opportunities offer equal or greater promotional value to the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(g)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
For a Maryland small or independent film entity to qualify as a film production entity:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(h)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the estimated total direct costs incurred in the State shall exceed $25,000; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(h)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
at least 50% of the filming of the film production activity must occur within the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(h)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Secretary shall determine the total direct costs that qualify for the tax credit and issue a tax credit certificate to a Maryland small or independent film entity for 28% of the total direct costs that qualify for the tax credit, not to exceed $125,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(h)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
The Department and the Comptroller jointly shall adopt regulations to carry out the provisions of this section and to specify criteria and procedures for the application for, approval of, and monitoring of continuing eligibility for the tax credit under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-730 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–732
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Costs” means the costs to an individual or corporation for:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
security clearance administrative expenses incurred with regard to an employee in the State including, but not limited to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
processing application requests for clearances for employees in the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732(a)(2)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
maintaining, upgrading, or installing computer systems in the State required to obtain federal security clearances; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732(a)(2)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
training employees in the State to administer the application process; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732(a)(2)(i)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
construction and equipment costs incurred to construct or renovate a sensitive compartmented information facility (“SCIF”) located in the State as required by the federal government.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Department” means the Department of Commerce.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
“Secretary” means the Secretary of Commerce.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
“Small business” has the meaning stated in § 7–218 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Subject to the limitations of this section, for a taxable year beginning after December 31, 2022, but before January 1, 2028, an individual or a corporation that employs not more than 500 employees may claim credits against the State income tax for:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
security clearance administrative expenses, not to exceed $200,000;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
expenses incurred for rental payments owed during the first year of a rental agreement for spaces leased in the State if the individual or corporation is a small business that performs security–based contracting, not to exceed $200,000; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, construction and equipment costs incurred to construct or renovate a single SCIF in an amount equal to the lesser of 50% of the costs or $200,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732(b)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The total amount of construction and equipment costs incurred to construct or renovate multiple SCIFs for which an individual or a corporation is eligible to claim as a credit against the State income tax is $500,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
By September 15 of the calendar year following the end of the taxable year in which the costs were incurred, an individual or a corporation shall submit an application to the Department for the credits allowed under subsection (b) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
The total amount of credits approved by the Department under subsection (b) of this section may not exceed $2,000,000 for any calendar year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
If the total amount of credits applied for by all individuals and corporations under subsection (b) of this section exceeds the maximum specified under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph, the Department shall approve a credit under subsection (b) of this section for each applicant in an amount equal to the product of multiplying the credit applied for by the applicant times a fraction:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the numerator of which is the maximum specified under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732(c)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the denominator of which is the total of all credits applied for by all applicants under subsection (b) of this section in the calendar year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732(c)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
By December 15 of the calendar year following the end of the taxable year in which the costs were incurred, the Department shall certify to the individual or corporation the amount of tax credits approved by the Department for the individual or corporation under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
To claim the approved credits allowed under this section, an individual or a corporation shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732(c)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732(c)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
file an amended income tax return for the taxable year in which the costs were incurred; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732(c)(4)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
attach a copy of the Department’s certification of the approved credit amount to the amended income tax return; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732(c)(4)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
subject to subsection (d) of this section, attach a copy of the Department’s certification of the approved credit amount to an income tax return filed for any taxable year after the taxable year in which the costs were incurred.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732(c)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
If the credit allowed for any taxable year under this section exceeds the total tax otherwise due, an individual or corporation may apply the excess as a credit against the State income tax for succeeding taxable years until the full amount of the excess is used.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
The Department, in consultation with the Comptroller, shall adopt regulations to carry out the provisions of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
In accordance with § 2.5–109 of the Economic Development Article, the Department shall submit a report on the number of credits certified in the previous calendar year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-732 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–733.1
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Cybersecurity business” means an entity organized for profit that is engaged primarily in the development of innovative and proprietary cybersecurity technology or the provision of cybersecurity service.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Cybersecurity service” means an activity that is associated with a category or subcategory identified under the Framework Core established by the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s Cybersecurity Framework.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
“Cybersecurity technology” means products or goods intended to detect or prevent activity intended to result in unauthorized access to, exfiltration of, manipulation of, or impairment to the integrity, confidentiality, or availability of an information system or information stored on or transiting an information system.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
“Department” means the Department of Commerce.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
“Panel” means the panel that the Department may establish under subsection (c) of this section composed of experts in the areas of cybersecurity technology and cybersecurity service.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(a)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
“Qualified buyer” means any entity that has fewer than 50 employees in the State and that is required to file an income tax return in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(a)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(8)
“Qualified seller” means a cybersecurity business that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(a)(8) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
has its headquarters and base of operations in the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(a)(8)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(a)(8)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
has less than $5,000,000 in annual revenue;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(a)(8)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
is a minority–owned, woman–owned, veteran–owned, or service–disabled–veteran–owned business; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(a)(8)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
is located in a historically underutilized business zone designated by the United States Small Business Administration;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(a)(8)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(a)(8)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
owns or has properly licensed any proprietary cybersecurity technology; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(a)(8)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
provides a cybersecurity service;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(a)(8)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
is in good standing;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(a)(8)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
is current in the payment of all tax obligations to the State or any unit or subdivision of the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(a)(8)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
is not in default under the terms of any contract with, indebtedness to, or grant from the State or any unit or subdivision of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(a)(8)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Subject to paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection, a qualified buyer may claim a credit against the State income tax in an amount equal to 50% of the cost incurred during the taxable year to purchase cybersecurity technology or a cybersecurity service from one or more qualified sellers.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
For any taxable year, the credit allowed under this section may not exceed $50,000 for each qualified buyer.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
For any taxable year, the aggregate credits claimed for cybersecurity technology or cybersecurity service purchased from a single qualified seller may not exceed $200,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Department, in consultation with the Maryland Technology Development Corporation, may establish a panel composed of experts in the areas of cybersecurity technology and cybersecurity service.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Department may establish the panel under service contracts with independent reviewers.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The panel shall assist the Department in its determination as to whether a company is a qualified seller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
A member of the panel is not eligible to receive any benefit, direct or indirect, from the tax credit under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(c)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(c)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Except as provided in subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, Division II of the State Finance and Procurement Article does not apply to a service that the Department obtains under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(c)(5)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
The Department is subject to Title 12, Subtitle 4 of the State Finance and Procurement Article for services the Department obtains under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(c)(5)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
A qualified buyer eligible for the credit under this section may apply to the Department for a credit certificate that states the amount of the credit the qualified buyer may claim under subsection (b) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(d)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
A qualified buyer shall attach the credit certificate to the income tax return on which the qualified buyer claims the credit under subsection (b) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(d)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Subject to paragraph (3) of this subsection, the Secretary of Commerce shall approve each application under paragraph (1) of this subsection that qualifies for a credit certificate.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
The total amount of the credit certificates approved by the Secretary of Commerce under this subsection may not exceed:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(d)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
for taxable year 2018, $2,000,000; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(d)(3)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
for taxable year 2019 and each taxable year thereafter, $4,000,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(d)(3)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
For each taxable year, the Secretary of Commerce shall award 25% of the amount of tax credits authorized under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph to qualified buyers that purchase cybersecurity services.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(d)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Department may revoke its certification of a credit under this section if any representation made in connection with the application for the certification is determined by the Department to have been false.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The revocation may be in full or in part as the Department may determine and, subject to paragraph (3) of this subsection, shall be communicated to the qualified buyer and the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The qualified buyer shall have an opportunity to appeal any revocation to the Department before notification of the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(e)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
The Comptroller may make an assessment against the qualified buyer to recapture any amount of tax credit that the qualified buyer has already claimed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(e)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
In accordance with § 2.5–109 of the Economic Development Article, the Department shall submit a report on the credit certificates awarded under this section for the calendar year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
The Department and the Comptroller jointly shall adopt regulations to carry out this section and to specify criteria and procedures for application for, approval of, and monitoring continuing eligibility for the tax credit under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-733.1 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–734
(a)
In this section, “qualified vehicle” means a Class F (tractor) vehicle described under § 13–923 of the Transportation Article that is titled and registered in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-734(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Subject to the limitations of this section, an individual or a corporation may claim a credit against the State income tax for the expense of registering a qualified vehicle in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-734(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-734(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
For any taxable year, the credit allowed under this section may not exceed the lesser of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-734(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
$400 for each qualified vehicle; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-734(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the State income tax for that taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-734(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The unused amount of the credit may not be carried over to any other taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-734(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-734 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–734.1
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-734.1(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-734.1(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Administration” means the Motor Vehicle Administration.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-734.1(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Qualified vehicle” means a Class F (tractor) vehicle described under § 13–923 of the Transportation Article that is titled and registered in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-734.1(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Subject to the limitations of this section, an individual or a corporation that obtains a tax credit certificate from the Administration may claim a credit against the State income tax for the expense of registering a qualified vehicle in the State during the taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-734.1(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-734.1(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, on application by a taxpayer, the Administration shall issue a tax credit certificate in the amount of $400 for each qualified vehicle registered by the taxpayer during the taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-734.1(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
For any taxable year, the Administration may not issue an aggregate amount of tax credit certificates totaling more than:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-734.1(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
$10,000 to any one taxpayer; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-734.1(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
$500,000 to all taxpayers.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-734.1(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
The Administration shall approve all applications that qualify for a tax credit certificate:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-734.1(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
on a first–come, first–served basis; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-734.1(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
in a timely manner.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-734.1(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-734.1(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
For any taxable year, the credit allowed under this section may not exceed the State income tax for that taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-734.1(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The unused amount of the credit may not be carried over to any other taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-734.1(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
On or before January 31 each taxable year, the Administration shall report to the Comptroller on the tax credit certificates issued under this section during the prior taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-734.1(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
The Administration, in consultation with the Comptroller, shall adopt regulations to carry out this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-734.1(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-734.1 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–736
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Department” means the Department of Housing and Community Development.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Donation” means an irrevocable gift worth $500 or more of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
cash; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
publicly traded securities.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
“Eligible community foundation” means an organization that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
is exempt from taxation under § 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(a)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
is commonly known as a community trust, fund, endowment, or foundation or by another similar name that conveys the concept of a capital or endowment fund to support charitable activities in the community or area that it serves;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(a)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
satisfies the public support test of § 170(b)(1)(A)(vi) of the Internal Revenue Code and regulations adopted under that section; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(a)(4)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
is in compliance with national standards for United States community foundations established by the Community Foundations National Standards Board within the Council on Foundations.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(a)(4)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
“Qualified permanent endowment fund” means a fund that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
is held in perpetuity by an eligible community foundation;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(a)(5)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
is used for the benefit of charitable causes in the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(a)(5)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
has an annual spending rate of 5% or less calculated using a 12–quarter trailing average of the total amount of the fund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(a)(5)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Subject to the limitations of this section, for the taxable year in which a taxpayer makes a donation to a qualified permanent endowment fund at an eligible community foundation, the taxpayer may claim a credit against the State income tax in the amount stated on the tax credit certificate issued under subsection (c) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If the credit allowed under this section in any taxable year exceeds the State income tax for that taxable year, any unused credit may be carried forward and applied for succeeding taxable years until the earlier of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the full amount of the credit is used; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the expiration of the fifth year after the taxable year for which the credit was allowed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
On application by a taxpayer, the Department shall issue a credit certificate in the amount of 25% of a proposed donation to a qualified permanent endowment fund at an eligible community foundation that meets the requirements of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The application shall contain:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the names of the taxpayer, the eligible community foundation, and the qualified permanent endowment fund to which the donation will be made;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the taxable year in which the donation will be made;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
the amount of the donation; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(c)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
any other information that the Department requires.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(c)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
For any taxable year, the maximum amount of tax credit stated in the tax credit certificate may not exceed $50,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
The Department shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(c)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
reserve for each taxable year at least 10% of the available credits for donations of $30,000 or less; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(c)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
approve all applications that qualify for a tax credit certificate under this subsection:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(c)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
on a first–come, first–served basis; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(c)(4)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
in a timely manner.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(c)(4)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(c)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
For each taxable year, the total amount of tax credit certificates certified by the Department under this section may not exceed $250,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(c)(5)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
If the aggregate amount of tax credit certificates authorized under this section during a taxable year total less than the amount authorized under this paragraph, any excess amount may be authorized under tax credit certificates for the next taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(c)(5)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
On or before January 31 of each taxable year, the Department shall report to the State Department of Assessments and Taxation and the Comptroller the donations that the Department has approved for tax credit certificates under this section during the prior taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
The Department shall adopt regulations to carry out the provisions of this section, including the criteria and procedures for application for, approval of, and monitoring eligibility for the tax credit authorized under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-736 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–738
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-738 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–739
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-739 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–739.1
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-739.1 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–740
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Commission” means the Maryland Higher Education Commission.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Qualified taxpayer” means an individual who has:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
incurred at least $20,000 in undergraduate or graduate student loan debt or both; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
has at least $5,000 in outstanding undergraduate or graduate student loan debt or both when submitting an application under subsection (c) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Subject to the limitations of this section, a qualified taxpayer may claim a credit against the State income tax for the taxable year in which the Commission certifies a tax credit under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
By September 15 of each year, an individual shall submit an application to the Commission for the credit allowed under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
The individual shall submit with the application an assurance that the individual will use any credit approved under this section for the repayment of the individual’s undergraduate or graduate student loan debt or both as soon as practicable.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(c)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
The total amount of the credit claimed under this section shall be recaptured if the individual does not use the credit approved under this section for the repayment of the individual’s undergraduate or graduate student loan debt or both within 3 years from the close of the taxable year for which the credit is claimed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(c)(1)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
The individual who claimed the credit shall pay the total amount of the credit claimed as taxes payable to the State for the taxable year in which the event requiring recapture of the credit occurs.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(c)(1)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
By December 15 of each year the Commission shall certify to the individual the amount of any tax credit approved by the Commission under this section, not to exceed $5,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
For tax year 2025, the total amount of tax credits approved by the Commission under this section may not exceed $9,000,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(c)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
For any taxable year after 2025, the total amount of tax credits approved by the Commission under this section may not exceed $18,000,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(c)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(c)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Except as provided in subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, the Commission shall reserve $9,000,000 of the tax credits authorized under paragraph (3) of this subsection for the following individuals in the following order of priority:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(c)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
State employees who graduated from institutions of higher education in the State where at least 40% of the attendees are eligible to receive federal Pell Grants; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(c)(4)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
all other State employees not described under item 1 of this subparagraph.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(c)(4)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
If the total amount of tax credits applied for by individuals described under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph is less than $9,000,000 for a taxable year, the Commission may make available the unused amount of credits for use by other qualified taxpayers.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(c)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
To claim the tax credit allowed under this section, an individual shall attach a copy of the Commission’s certification of the approved credit amount to the income tax return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(c)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
Subject to subsection (c)(4) of this section, the Commission shall prioritize tax credit recipients and amounts based on the following criteria:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
whether the qualified taxpayers are graduates from institutions of higher education in the State where at least 40% of the attendees are eligible to receive federal Pell Grants; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
in an order of priority determined by the Commission, whether the qualified taxpayers:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
have higher debt burden to income ratios;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(d)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
graduated from an institution of higher education located in the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(d)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
did not receive a tax credit in a prior year; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(d)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
were eligible for in–State tuition.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(d)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
If the tax credit allowed under this section in any taxable year exceeds the total tax otherwise payable by the qualified taxpayer for that taxable year, the qualified taxpayer may claim a refund in the amount of the excess.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
The Commission shall establish and implement by September 1, 2024, an outreach and marketing plan to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
make eligible taxpayers aware of the availability of the tax credit provided under this section; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
encourage institutions of higher education in the State to advise new graduates, particularly those with an interest in public service, of the availability of the tax credit provided under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
On or before January 1 each year, the Commission shall report to the Governor and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the General Assembly on:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(g)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the number of applicants for the tax credit authorized under this section;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(g)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the number and amounts of tax credits awarded under this section to qualified taxpayers;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(g)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a breakdown of the age, gender, race, income, and counties of residency of qualified taxpayers who receive the credit; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(g)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
any additional information that the Commission deems relevant.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(g)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
On or before January 1, 2026, the Commission shall report to the Governor and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the General Assembly recommendations for changes to statute or regulations that would better target the allocation of tax credits under this program.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(g)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
The Commission shall adopt regulations to carry out the provisions of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
The tax credit under this section shall be referred to as the Student Loan Debt Relief Tax Credit.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-740 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–741
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Business entity” has the meaning stated in § 6–801 of the Economic Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Department” means the Department of Commerce.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
“Eligible project” has the meaning stated in § 6–801 of the Economic Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
“Existing business entity” has the meaning stated in § 6–801 of the Economic Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
“New business entity” has the meaning stated in § 6–801 of the Economic Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(a)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
“Qualified business entity” has the meaning stated in § 6–801 of the Economic Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(a)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(8)
“Qualified position” has the meaning stated in § 6–801 of the Economic Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(a)(8) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(9)
“Tier I area” has the meaning stated in § 6–801 of the Economic Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(a)(9) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(10)
“Tier II area” has the meaning stated in § 6–801 of the Economic Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(a)(10) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Subject to the limitations of this section, an individual or corporation that is a new business entity that operates an eligible project in a Tier I area or an existing business entity that operates an eligible project may claim a credit against the State income tax equal to the amount stated in the final tax credit certificate approved by the Department for an eligible project.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The amount of the credit authorized under paragraph (1) of this subsection is equal to the product of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
if the qualified business entity received a certificate under § 6–805 of the Economic Development Article before June 1, 2022, 5.75%; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(b)(2)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
if the qualified business entity received a certificate under § 6–805 of the Economic Development Article on or after June 1, 2022, 4.75%; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(b)(2)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the total amount of wages paid for each qualified position at an eligible project.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
If the tax credit allowed under this section in any taxable year exceeds the total tax otherwise payable by the qualified business entity for that taxable year, the qualified business entity may claim a refund in the amount of the excess.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
On enrollment in the More Jobs for Marylanders Program established under Title 6, Subtitle 8 of the Economic Development Article, a qualified business entity shall apply to the Department for a tax credit certificate.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The application shall be in the form and shall contain the information the Department requires.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Subject to subsections (d) and (e) of this section, the Department may issue a tax credit certificate to a qualified business entity in an amount not to exceed the amount determined under subsection (b)(2) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(c)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
In determining the allocation of the aggregate tax credit amounts available in a fiscal year as provided under subsection (d) of this section, the Department shall give priority to applications for eligible projects in a Tier I area, as defined under § 6–801 of the Economic Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(c)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this subsection, “Reserve Fund” means the More Jobs for Marylanders Tax Credit Reserve Fund established under paragraph (2) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
There is a More Jobs for Marylanders Tax Credit Reserve Fund that is a special continuing, nonlapsing fund that is not subject to § 7–302 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(d)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
The money in the Reserve Fund shall be invested and reinvested by the Treasurer, and interest and earnings shall be credited to the General Fund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(d)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Subject to the limitations of this subsection, the Department shall issue an initial tax credit certificate in an amount equal to a percentage of total wages paid for each qualified position at an eligible project as calculated under subsection (b)(2) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(d)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
An initial tax credit certificate issued under this subsection shall state the maximum amount of tax credit for which the qualified business entity is eligible.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(d)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(d)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
Except as otherwise provided in this subparagraph, for any fiscal year, the Department may not issue initial tax credit certificates for credit amounts in the aggregate totaling more than:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(d)(3)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
with respect to qualified business entities provided a certificate under § 6–805 of the Economic Development Article before June 1, 2022, $9,000,000 in a fiscal year; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(d)(3)(iii)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
with respect to qualified business entities provided a certificate under § 6–805 of the Economic Development Article on or after June 1, 2022, $5,000,000 in a fiscal year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(d)(3)(iii)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
If the aggregate credit amounts under initial tax credit certificates issued in a fiscal year total less than the maximum provided under subsubparagraph 1 of this subparagraph, any excess amount shall remain in the Reserve Fund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(d)(3)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
For any fiscal year, if funds are transferred from the Reserve Fund under the authority of any provision of law other than under paragraph (4) of this subsection, the maximum credit amounts in the aggregate for which the Department may issue initial tax credit certificates shall be reduced by the amount transferred.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(d)(3)(iii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
For fiscal year 2019 and each fiscal year thereafter, the Governor shall include in the annual budget bill an appropriation to the Reserve Fund in an amount that is no less than the amount the Department reports is necessary under subsection (e) of this section to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(d)(3)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
maintain the current level of manufacturing activity in the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(d)(3)(iv)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
attract new manufacturing activity to the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(d)(3)(iv)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
attract new businesses to and encourage the expansion of existing businesses within opportunity zones in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(d)(3)(iv)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
Notwithstanding the provisions of § 7–213 of the State Finance and Procurement Article, the Governor may not reduce an appropriation to the Reserve Fund in the State budget as approved by the General Assembly.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(d)(3)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
Based on an amount equal to a percentage of the total actual wages paid for each qualified position at an eligible project as calculated under subsection (b)(2) of this section, the Department shall issue a final tax credit certificate to the qualified business entity.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(d)(3)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(d)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Except as provided in this paragraph, money appropriated to the Reserve Fund shall remain in the Fund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(d)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(d)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
Within 15 days after the end of each calendar quarter, the Department shall notify the Comptroller as to each final credit certificate issued during the quarter:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(d)(4)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
the maximum credit amount stated in the initial tax credit certificate for the qualified business entity; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(d)(4)(ii)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
the final certified credit amount for the qualified business entity.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(d)(4)(ii)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
On notification that a final credit amount has been certified, the Comptroller shall transfer an amount equal to the credit amount stated in the initial tax credit certificate for the qualified business entity from the Reserve Fund to the General Fund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(d)(4)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
On or before July 1 each year, the Department shall report to the Governor and, subject to § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the General Assembly on the amount of tax credits necessary to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
maintain the current level of manufacturing activity in the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
attract new manufacturing activity to the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
attract new businesses to and encourage the expansion of existing businesses within opportunity zones in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(e)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
The Department and the Comptroller jointly shall adopt regulations to carry out the provisions of this section and to specify criteria and procedures for the application for, approval of, and monitoring of continuing eligibility for the tax credit under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-741 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–744
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-744(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-744(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Accessibility and universal visitability features” means components of renovation to an existing home that improves access to or within the home for individuals with disabilities.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-744(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Department” means the Department of Housing and Community Development.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-744(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
“Disability” has the meaning stated in § 7–101 of the Human Services Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-744(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
“Qualified expenses” means costs incurred to install accessibility and universal visitability features to or within a home.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-744(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Subject to the limitations of this section, an individual may claim a credit against the State income tax in an amount equal to 50% of the qualified expenses incurred during the taxable year to renovate an existing home with accessibility and universal visitability features.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-744(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-744(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
For any taxable year, the credit allowed under this section may not exceed the lesser of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-744(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
$5,000; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-744(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the State income tax imposed for the taxable year calculated before the application of the credits allowed under this section and under §§ 10–701 and 10–701.1 of this subtitle but after the application of any other credit allowed under this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-744(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The unused amount of the credit may not be carried over to any other taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-744(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-744(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
By June 1 of the calendar year following the end of the taxable year in which the qualified expenses were incurred, an individual shall submit an application to the Department for the credits allowed under subsection (b) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-744(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The total amount of credits approved by the Department under subsection (b) of this section may not exceed $1,000,000 for any calendar year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-744(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
If the total amount of credits applied for by all individuals under subsection (b) of this section exceeds the maximum specified under paragraph (2) of this subsection, the Department shall approve a credit for each applicant in an amount equal to the product of multiplying the credit applied for by the applicant times a fraction:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-744(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the numerator of which is the maximum specified under paragraph (2) of this subsection; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-744(d)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the denominator of which is the total of all credits applied for by all applicants under subsection (b) of this section in the calendar year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-744(d)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
By August 1 of the calendar year following the end of the taxable year in which the qualified expenses were incurred, the Department shall certify to the individual the amount of tax credits approved by the Department for the individual under subsection (b) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-744(d)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
To claim the approved credits allowed under this section, an individual shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-744(d)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
file an amended income tax return for the taxable year in which the qualified expenses were incurred; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-744(d)(5)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
attach a copy of the Department’s certification of the approved credit amount to the amended income tax return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-744(d)(5)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
The Department shall adopt regulations to carry out the provisions of this section, including the criteria and procedures for application for, approval of, and monitoring eligibility for the tax credit authorized under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-744(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-744 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–745
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Certified organic produce” means an eligible food donation that is certified under Title 10, Subtitle 14 of the Agriculture Article as an organically produced commodity.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Eligible food donation” means fresh farm products for human consumption.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
“Qualified farm” means a farm business that is located in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
“Secretary” means the Secretary of Agriculture or the Secretary’s designee.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
“Tax credit certificate administrator” means a person or an organization that is authorized by the State Department of Agriculture under subsection (e) of this section to receive eligible food donations.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(a)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Subject to the limitations of this section, for a taxable year beginning after December 31, 2016, a qualified farm may claim a credit against the State income tax in the amount stated on any tax credit certificates issued to the qualified farm during the taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Except as provided in subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, for any taxable year, the aggregate amount of credits authorized under this subsection for a qualified farm may not exceed $5,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
For any taxable year, the Secretary may increase the credit limitation under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph for a qualified farm by an amount not to exceed $5,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
If the credit allowed under this section exceeds the State income tax, any unused credit may be carried forward and applied for succeeding taxable years until the earlier of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the date on which the full amount of the credit is used; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(b)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the date of the expiration of the 5th year after the taxable year for which the credit was allowed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(b)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A qualified farm that makes an eligible food donation is eligible for a tax credit certificate with a stated tax credit amount equal to 100% of the value of the eligible food donation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A qualified farm that makes a donation of certified organic produce is eligible for a tax credit certificate with a stated tax credit amount equal to 100% of the value of the donated certified organic produce.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Each week the Secretary shall establish and publish the categories and value of certified organic produce and eligible food donations.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Except as provided in paragraph (3) of this subsection, the value of each category of certified organic produce and eligible food donations is the wholesale value of the category established by the State Department of Agriculture and based on United States Department of Agriculture reports on Maryland products sold at Maryland markets.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
If the Secretary determines that the value established under paragraph (2) of this subsection is insufficient to pay for the cost of harvesting a category of certified organic produce or eligible food donation, the Secretary may establish a value in excess of the value under paragraph (2) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Secretary, in consultation with the Comptroller, shall establish a process to certify a person or an organization to act as a tax credit certificate administrator.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A tax credit certificate administrator that receives a donation of certified organic produce or an eligible food donation from a qualified farm shall issue the qualified farm a tax credit certificate.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The tax credit certificate shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(e)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
state the date of the donation;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(e)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
identify the qualified farm;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(e)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
describe the type of donation;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(e)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
state the weight of the donation;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(e)(3)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
identify the value of the donation;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(e)(3)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
state the maximum amount of the tax credit for which the qualified farm is eligible; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(e)(3)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vii)
provide any other information the State Department of Agriculture or Comptroller requires.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(e)(3)(vii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
The Secretary, in consultation with the Comptroller, shall prepare tax credit certificate forms for the use of the tax credit certificate administrators.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(e)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
Within 30 days after issuing a tax credit certificate, the tax credit certificate administrator shall provide a copy of the tax credit certificate to the Secretary and the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(e)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(e)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
The Secretary shall notify each tax credit certificate administrator to stop issuing tax credit certificates if the amount of tax credit certificates issued during the fiscal year equals or exceeds the amount of tax credit certificates authorized to be issued during the fiscal year under subsection (f) of this section less $50,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(e)(6)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
The Secretary, in consultation with the Comptroller, shall adopt regulations providing procedures to issue the remaining $50,000 of tax credit certificates under this paragraph.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(e)(6)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
For each fiscal year, the total amount of tax credit certificates issued under this section may not exceed $100,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If the total amount of tax credit certificates issued during any fiscal year totals less than the maximum amount provided under paragraph (1) of this subsection, any excess amount may be carried forward and issued under tax credit certificates in a subsequent fiscal year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
On or before January 1, 2018, and January 1 each year thereafter, the Secretary, in consultation with the Comptroller, shall submit a report to the Governor and, subject to § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the General Assembly on the use and impact of the tax credit established under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
The Secretary, in consultation with the Comptroller, shall adopt regulations to administer this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-745 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–746
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-746 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–749
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-749(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-749(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Qualified workforce housing project” has the meaning stated in § 4–2501 of the Housing and Community Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-749(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Secretary” means the Secretary of Housing and Community Development.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-749(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
An individual or a corporation may claim a credit against the State income tax in the amount determined under subsection (c) of this section for a qualified workforce housing project.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-749(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-749(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The credit under this section equals the amount determined under paragraph (2) of this subsection for each qualified workforce housing project.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-749(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-749(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Except as provided in subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, the amount allowed under paragraph (1) of this subsection for each qualified workforce housing project equals the amount stated in the final credit certificate issued by the Secretary under Title 4, Subtitle 25 of the Housing and Community Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-749(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
The credit amount allowed for a project under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph may be claimed in full for the first taxable year the project is placed in service.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-749(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
If the credit allowed under this section in any taxable year exceeds the State income tax for that taxable year, an individual or a corporation may apply the excess as a credit against the State income tax for succeeding taxable years until the earlier of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-749(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the full amount of the excess is used; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-749(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the expiration of the ninth taxable year after the taxable year in which the final credit certificate was issued.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-749(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
An individual or a corporation claiming the State tax credit for a qualified workforce housing project shall submit with the individual’s or corporation’s income tax return a copy of the final credit certificate for the project issued by the Secretary under Title 4, Subtitle 25 of the Housing and Community Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-749(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
The Secretary, in consultation with the Comptroller, may adopt regulations providing for the recapture of the State tax credits allowed under this section for a qualified workforce housing project that fails to continue to meet the requirements of Title 4, Subtitle 25 of the Housing and Community Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-749(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
An individual or a corporation may not claim the credit allowed under this section for a project for any taxable year in which the owner of the project is in default under any regulatory agreement required with respect to the project under § 4–2502 of the Housing and Community Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-749(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-749 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–750
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-750 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–751
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-751(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-751(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Qualified child” means a dependent of a taxpayer, if the dependent:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-751(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
is a dependent for purposes of § 152 of the Internal Revenue Code in effect on December 31, 2024; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-751(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-751(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
is under the age of 6 years; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-751(a)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-751(a)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
is under the age of 17 years; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-751(a)(2)(ii)(2.)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
is a child with a disability, as defined under § 8–401 of the Education Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-751(a)(2)(ii)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Taxpayer” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-751(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
an individual filing an income tax return; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-751(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a married couple filing a joint income tax return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-751(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A taxpayer who is a resident and has federal adjusted gross income lower than the threshold amount of $15,000 may claim a credit against the State income tax for each qualified child in an amount equal to $500.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-751(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The amount of the credit shall be reduced by $50 for each $1,000, or fraction thereof, by which the taxpayer’s federal adjusted gross income exceeds the threshold amount, except that the reduction cannot reduce the credit below zero.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-751(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
If the credit allowed under this section in any taxable year exceeds the State income tax for that taxable year, the taxpayer may claim a refund in the amount of the excess.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-751(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-751 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–752
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-752 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–753
(a)
In this section, “nonprofit organization” has the meaning stated in § 1–101 of the Housing and Community Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-753(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
An individual, a nonprofit organization, or a business entity may claim a credit against the State income tax in accordance with Title 6, Subtitle 9 of the Housing and Community Development Article for new construction costs and rehabilitation costs for catalytic revitalization projects.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-753(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-753 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–754
(a)
In this section, “eligible taxpayer” means a resident who, on the last day of the taxable year, is at least 65 years old.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-754(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section and subject to subsection (d) of this section, an eligible taxpayer may claim a credit against the State income tax in an amount equal to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-754(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
$1,000 for an eligible taxpayer, other than an individual described under item (2) of this subsection, whose federal adjusted gross income does not exceed $100,000; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-754(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
for spouses filing a joint return or for a surviving spouse or head of household as defined in § 2 of the Internal Revenue Code whose federal adjusted gross income does not exceed $150,000:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-754(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
except as provided in item (ii) of this item, $1,750; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-754(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
if only one of the individuals filing the joint return is an eligible taxpayer, $1,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-754(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
For a taxable year in which the September General Fund estimate for the current fiscal year in the September Board of Revenue Estimates report issued during the taxable year is more than 3.75% below the March General Fund estimate for the current fiscal year in the March Board of Revenue Estimates report issued in the taxable year, the amount of the credit allowed under subsection (b) of this section is limited to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-754(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
$500 for an eligible taxpayer, other than an individual described under item (2) of this subsection, whose federal adjusted gross income is at least $50,000 but does not exceed $100,000; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-754(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
for spouses filing a joint return or for a surviving spouse or head of household as defined in § 2 of the Internal Revenue Code whose federal adjusted gross income is at least $100,000 but does not exceed $150,000:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-754(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
except as provided in item (ii) of this item, $875; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-754(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
if only one of the individuals filing the joint return is an eligible taxpayer, $500.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-754(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
If the credit allowed under this section in any taxable year exceeds the State income tax for that taxable year, the unused amount of the credit may not be carried over to any other taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-754(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-754 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–755
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-755 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–756
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-756 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–757
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-757 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–804
(a)
Each person required under this subtitle to file an income tax return or estimated income tax declaration or return shall file a return or declaration with the Comptroller, whether or not:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the person owes income tax; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the Comptroller sends the person a form or otherwise requests that the return or declaration be filed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Each income tax return and estimated income tax declaration and return shall be:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
signed in the same manner required for the signing of a federal return under §§ 6061 through 6064 of the Internal Revenue Code; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
made under oath.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
An individual who is an income tax return preparer with respect to a return or claim for refund of tax shall sign the return or claim for refund after it is completed and before it is presented to the taxpayer or nontaxable entity for signature.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
If the preparer is unavailable for signature, another preparer shall review the entire preparation of the return or claim for refund, and then shall sign the return or claim for refund. The preparer shall sign the return in the manner prescribed by the Comptroller in forms, instructions, or other appropriate guidance.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
If more than one income tax return preparer is involved in the preparation of the return or claim for refund, the individual preparer who has the primary responsibility as between or among the preparers for the overall substantive accuracy of the preparation of the return or claim for refund shall be considered to be the income tax return preparer for purposes of paragraph (2) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
To properly identify persons listed in a return or other document, a person shall include in the document the Social Security or other identifying number that the Comptroller requires:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
of the person required to file the return or document; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
of the person on whose behalf the return or document is filed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If a return or document is filed on behalf of a person, that person shall provide the identifying number required in a return or document to the person who files the return or document.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
Any return or claim for refund prepared by an income tax return preparer shall bear the identifying number for securing proper identification of the preparer, the preparer’s employer, or both, as prescribed under § 6109(a)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
Each resident shall include on the income tax return of the resident:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
for an individual other than a fiduciary, the name of the county and municipal corporation, if any, where the resident resides; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
for a personal representative, the name of the county where the decedent was domiciled on the date of the decedent’s death; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
for a fiduciary other than a personal representative, the name of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the county where the trust is principally administered; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(d)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
if the trust is not principally administered in the State, the county to which the trust is otherwise principally connected.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(d)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
Each person required under this subtitle to file an income tax return or estimated income tax declaration or return shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
comply with the regulations of the Comptroller;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
keep the records that the Comptroller requires; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
attach to an income tax return or otherwise file with the Comptroller any records or statements that the Comptroller requires, including:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(e)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
for an individual who has income tax withheld from salary, wages, or other compensation for personal services, or other payments, a copy of the statement from the person who withholds the tax that states:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(e)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the amount of salary, wages, or other compensation for personal services paid and the income tax withheld; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(e)(3)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the amount of payments made and the income tax withheld;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(e)(3)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a copy of the federal income tax return:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(e)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
for a corporation; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(e)(3)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
if the Comptroller requests, for an individual;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(e)(3)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
for a corporation, the statements required under § 10–804.1 of this subtitle; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(e)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
if the Comptroller requests, for a corporation that is a member of an affiliated group or controlled group under § 1504 or § 1563 of the Internal Revenue Code, a statement of all intermember costs or expenses and all intermember sales, exchanges, or other transactions involving tangible or intangible property for the taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(e)(3)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
An individual may designate a contribution to the State Chesapeake Bay and Endangered Species Fund, established under §§ 1-701 through 1-706 of the Natural Resources Article, by the checkoff system on the return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
The Comptroller shall provide that an income tax return may be completed using whole dollar amounts instead of expressing amounts in exact dollars and cents by:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
disregarding a fractional part of a dollar less than 50 cents; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(g)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
increasing to 1 dollar a fractional part of a dollar of at least 50 cents.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(g)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
An individual may designate a contribution to the Maryland Cancer Fund, established under § 20-117 of the Health - General Article, by the checkoff system on the return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
An individual may designate a contribution to the Waiting List Equity Fund, established under § 7–205 of the Health – General Article, by the checkoff system on the return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(j)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(j) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, a taxpayer claiming any of the following tax credits shall submit a claim for the credit by electronic means as required by the Comptroller by regulation:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(j)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the Job Creation Tax Credit, as provided under Title 6, Subtitle 2 of the Economic Development Article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(j)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the One Maryland Tax Credit, as provided under Title 6, Subtitle 4 of the Economic Development Article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(j)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
the Biotechnology Investment Incentive Tax Credit, as provided under § 10–725 of this title;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(j)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
the Enterprise Zone Income Tax Credit, as provided under § 10–702 of this title; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(j)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
any other tax credit specified by the Comptroller through regulation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(j)(1)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Before adding any tax credit not listed in paragraph (1)(i) through (iv) of this subsection to the requirement of this subsection, the Comptroller shall determine whether the addition of the tax credit will have a material adverse impact or undue administrative burden on the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(j)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
On written request for a waiver by a taxpayer, the Comptroller may grant the taxpayer a waiver of the requirements of this subsection if the taxpayer establishes to the satisfaction of the Comptroller either reasonable cause for not filing the claim for the credit by electronic means or that there is no feasible means of filing the claim for the credit by electronic means without creating undue hardship.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(j)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(k)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(k) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
An individual who files an income tax return electronically may elect to use all or a portion of the individual’s income tax refund to purchase U.S. Series I Savings Bonds.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(k)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If an individual elects to purchase U.S. Series I Savings Bonds under paragraph (1) of this subsection:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(k)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the individual shall make the designation in $50 increments; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(k)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the Comptroller shall send any remaining portion of the individual’s refund to the individual.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(k)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The Comptroller shall adopt regulations to implement the provisions of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(k)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(l)
An individual may designate a contribution to the Maryland Veterans Trust Fund established under § 9–913 of the State Government Article by the checkoff on the return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804(l) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–804.1
(a)
In this section:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“corporate group” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
an affiliated group or controlled group under § 1504 or § 1563 of the Internal Revenue Code; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(a)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
an affiliated group of corporations:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(a)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
that is engaged in a unitary business; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(a)(1)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
more than 50% of the voting stock of each member of which is directly or indirectly owned by a common owner or common owners, either corporate or noncorporate, or by one or more members of the group; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(a)(1)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“corporate group” does not include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
any corporation that, for any reason, is not subject to United States federal income tax;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
an insurer as defined in § 1–101 of the Insurance Article; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a regulated investment company, as defined in § 851(a) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(a)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Each corporation that is required to file an income tax return under this title and is a member of a corporate group shall file with the Comptroller:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a pro forma “water’s edge” combined corporate income tax return filed in accordance with regulations adopted by the Comptroller; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
in a format specified by the Comptroller:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the sales factor that would be calculated for this State and the difference in Maryland income tax that would be owed if the corporation were required to include in the numerator of the sales factor for purposes of apportioning income to the State all sales of property shipped from an office, store, warehouse, factory, or other place of storage in this State where:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the purchaser is the federal government; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(b)(2)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the property is shipped or delivered to a customer in a state in which the selling corporation is not subject to a state corporate income tax or state franchise tax measured by net income and could not be subjected to such a tax if the state were to impose it; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(b)(2)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
for any income that the taxpayer has identified, on the income tax return filed under this title or on an income tax return filed in any state, as income that is nonoperational and therefore not apportionable:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the amount and source of that nonoperational income; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(b)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
if the commercial domicile of the corporation is in this State, the difference in tax that would be owed if the corporation were required to allocate 100% of the nonoperational income to Maryland to the fullest extent allowed under the United States Constitution.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(b)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The statements required under subsection (b) of this section:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
shall be filed annually, for all taxable years beginning after December 31, 2005, but before January 1, 2011, on or before dates specified by the Comptroller in an electronic format as specified by the Comptroller;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
shall be:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
made under oath and signed in the same manner as required for income tax returns under § 10–804 of this subtitle; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(c)(1)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
subject to audit by the Comptroller in the course of and under the normal procedures applicable to corporate income tax return audits; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(c)(1)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
notwithstanding any other provision of law, shall be treated as confidential taxpayer information subject to Title 13, Subtitle 2 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(c)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Comptroller shall develop and implement an oversight and penalty system to ensure that corporations provide the required disclosure statements in a timely and accurate manner.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The Comptroller shall publish the name of, and penalty imposed on, any corporation failing to file a statement required under this section or filing an inaccurate statement.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A corporation submitting a statement required under this section may submit supplemental information that, in its sole judgment and discretion, could facilitate proper interpretation of the information included in the statement.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A corporation shall file a supplemental statement under this section within 60 days after:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the corporation files an amended tax return under this title; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(d)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the corporation’s tax liability for a tax year is changed as the result of an audit adjustment or final determination of liability by the Comptroller or by a court of law.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(d)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Comptroller shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
collect, compile, and analyze the information submitted under this section;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(e)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
use the information submitted under this section to provide analyses as requested by the Governor or the General Assembly relating to the corporate income tax or proposals for changes to the corporate income tax; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(e)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
on or before March 1 of each year, based on information provided in income tax returns and the data submitted under this subsection, submit a report to the Governor and, subject to § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, to the General Assembly, concerning the corporate income tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(e)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The report required under this subsection shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
summarize the information submitted under this section; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(e)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
provide detailed analyses of the characteristics of corporate taxpayers, including:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(e)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
historical series of data and detailed reports for the reported year; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(e)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the distribution of Maryland taxable income, income tax liability, and other elements of the corporate income tax such as tax credits, modifications to income, and net operating loss carryovers.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(e)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The information provided in the report shall be provided by various categories, including:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(e)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
business category; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(e)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
various measures of size, such as taxable income, in–State and worldwide payroll, and in–State and worldwide gross receipts.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(e)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
The Comptroller shall adopt appropriate regulations to implement the provisions of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-804.1 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–805
(a)
Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section and except for a fiduciary, each resident shall file an income tax return if, after exclusion of Social Security and railroad retirement benefits that are included in federal gross income, the resident:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-805(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
would be required to file a federal income tax return under § 6012(a) of the Internal Revenue Code; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-805(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
would have federal gross income that exceeds the amount specified in § 6012(a) of the Internal Revenue Code after the federal gross income is increased by the modifications in §§ 10-204 and 10-205 of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-805(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A resident dependent shall file an income tax return if the dependent:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-805(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
would have federal gross income that exceeds the amount specified in § 6012(a)(1)(A)(i) of the Internal Revenue Code after the federal gross income is modified under Subtitle 2, Part II of this title; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-805(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
otherwise would be described in § 6012(a)(1)(A)(i) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-805(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
If an individual whose status changes, during a taxable year, from resident to nonresident or nonresident to resident is required to file an income tax return under subsection (a) or subsection (b) of this section or § 10-806 of this subtitle, the individual shall report on the return the Maryland taxable income:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-805(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
received during the part of the taxable year that the individual was a resident; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-805(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
derived as a nonresident.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-805(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-805 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–806
(a)
Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, each nonresident who has Maryland taxable income and is required to file a federal income tax return shall file an income tax return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-806(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A nonresident dependent who has Maryland taxable income shall file an income tax return if the dependent meets the requirements under § 10-805(b) of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-806(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
For county income tax purposes, a nonresident who derives income from salary, wages, or other compensation for personal services for employment in a county shall file an income tax return, unless the Comptroller determines that each locality in which the nonresident resides:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-806(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
imposes no tax on the income of a Maryland resident derived from wages for employment in that locality;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-806(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
exempts that income from its tax on income; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-806(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
allows a credit for that income and exempts that income from the withholding requirements for its tax on income.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-806(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-806(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection (a) of this section, except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, a nonresident individual who is not otherwise required to file a return shall file a return if the individual:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-806(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
is not a dependent;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-806(d)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
is required to file a federal income tax return; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-806(d)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
has income or losses derived from a business, occupation, profession, or trade carried on in this State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-806(d)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A nonresident individual is not required to file a return if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-806(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the individual’s only income in this State is wages, as defined in § 10-905(f) of this title, that are earned in this State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-806(d)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the Comptroller and the state in which the nonresident resides have agreed in writing to allow a reciprocal exemption from tax and withholding for the wages of residents of each state that are earned in the other state.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-806(d)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-806 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–807
(a)
Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, a married couple who files a joint federal income tax return shall file a joint Maryland income tax return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-807(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A married couple who files a joint federal income tax return may file separate State income tax returns if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-807(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
one spouse is a resident and the other spouse is a nonresident;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-807(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the spouses are domiciled, or maintain principal places of abode, in different counties on the last day of the taxable year;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-807(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
the spouses have different taxable periods; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-807(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
the Comptroller determines circumstances warrant.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-807(b)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-807 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–808
(a)
Except as otherwise provided in this section, if an individual required to file an income tax return is unable to do so, an authorized agent of the individual shall file the return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-808(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-808(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If an individual required to file an income tax return is a minor, the individual’s parent or guardian shall file the return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-808(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If an individual required to file an income tax return is a disabled person as defined in § 13-101 of the Estates and Trusts Article, the individual’s guardian shall file the return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-808(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
If an individual required to file an income tax return dies, the final income tax return of the individual shall be filed:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-808(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
by the personal representative of the individual’s estate;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-808(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
if there is no personal representative, by the individual’s surviving spouse;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-808(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
jointly by the individual’s surviving spouse and the personal representative of the individual’s estate; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-808(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
jointly by the personal representative of the individual’s estate and the personal representative of the deceased spouse’s estate.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-808(c)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-808 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–809
If an individual is not required to file an income tax return under § 10-805, § 10-806 or § 10-813 of this subtitle, the individual:
(1)
is not liable for income tax; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-809(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
may file an income tax return to claim a refund of the income tax withheld or estimated income tax paid or a refund under § 10-704, § 10-707, or § 10-714 of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-809(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-809 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–809.1
(a)
Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, for a taxable year beginning after December 31, 2029, an individual shall file an income tax return electronically.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-809.1(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
An individual is not required to file an income tax return electronically if the individual:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-809.1(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
is at least 65 years old as of December 31 of the taxable year for which the return is being filed;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-809.1(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
is single or a dependent taxpayer and the individual’s Maryland adjusted gross income is less than $200,000;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-809.1(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
is married filing separately, a head of household, or a qualifying widow or widower with a dependent child and the Maryland adjusted gross income of the individual is less than $400,000; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-809.1(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
is married filing jointly and the Maryland adjusted gross income of the individual and the individual’s spouse is less than $400,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-809.1(b)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-809.1 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–810
(a)
A corporation that, during a taxable year, has Maryland taxable income shall file an income tax return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-810(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection (a) of this section, a corporation which is not otherwise required to file a return shall file a return if the corporation:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-810(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
is not tax exempt under § 10-104 of this title;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-810(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
is required to file a federal income tax return;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-810(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
carries on business within this State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-810(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
has income or losses attributable to sources within this State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-810(b)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-810 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–811
Each member of an affiliated group of corporations shall file a separate income tax return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-811 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–812
(a)
A corporation exempt from income tax under § 10-104 of this title shall file an income tax return if the corporation:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-812(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
has unrelated business taxable income, as defined under § 512 of the Internal Revenue Code;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-812(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
is exempt from taxation under § 501(c)(2) of the Internal Revenue Code; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-812(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
is an S corporation that is incorporated or does business in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-812(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
An organization that is exempt from taxation under § 501(c)(3) or (4) of the Internal Revenue Code may file an income tax return to claim a refund under § 10-714 of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-812(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-812 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–812.1
(a)
Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, for a taxable year beginning after December 31, 2026, a corporation shall file an income tax return electronically.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-812.1(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A corporation with fewer than 15 employees is not required to file an income tax return electronically.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-812.1(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-812.1 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–813
Each fiduciary who has Maryland taxable income and is required to file a federal income tax return shall file an income tax return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-813 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–814
Each partnership, as defined in § 761 of the Internal Revenue Code, shall file an income tax return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-814 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–815
(a)
Except as provided in subsections (b) and (c) of this section, each individual who reasonably expects estimated income tax for a taxable year on income not subject to withholding under Subtitle 9 of this title to exceed one-half the amount specified in § 6654(e)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code shall file a declaration of estimated income tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-815(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Unless withholding is required under § 10-906 of this title, each individual who receives income of $500 or more in cash or property from wagering, including the operation of a gambling machine or device and participation in an amusement, educational, or advertising program, contest, lottery, or raffle, shall file a declaration of estimated income tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-815(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
For any taxable year ending before the date 2 years after the date of the decedent’s death, subsection (a) of this section does not apply to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-815(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the personal representative of the estate of the decedent; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-815(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the fiduciary of a trust:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-815(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
all of which was treated as owned by the decedent under §§ 671 through 679 of the Internal Revenue Code; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-815(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-815(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
to which the residue of the decedent’s estate will pass under the decedent’s will; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-815(c)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
if a will is not admitted to probate, which is the trust primarily responsible for paying debts, taxes, and expenses of administration of the decedent’s estate.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-815(c)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-815 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–816
Each corporation and each partnership that reasonably expects estimated income tax for a taxable year to exceed $1,000 shall file a declaration of estimated income tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-816 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–817
(a)
A person required to withhold income tax under § 10–906 of this title shall file an income tax withholding return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-817(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
For a taxable year beginning after December 31, 2026, a person shall file an income tax withholding return electronically.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-817(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-817 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–818
(a)
Each organization that is exempt from taxation under § 10-104 of this title and is required to make its federal annual returns available for public inspection under § 6104(e) of the Internal Revenue Code shall also make available for public inspection any annual return required to be filed under this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-818(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A return required to be made available for public inspection under subsection (a) of this section shall be made available:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-818(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
at any office at which the organization’s federal returns are required to be made available; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-818(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
for 3 years from the date the return was required to be filed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-818(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-818 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–819
(a)
Each limited liability company as defined under Title 4A of the Corporations and Associations Article shall file an income tax return unless it has only one member and it is disregarded as an entity separate from its member for federal income tax purposes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-819(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-819(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If the limited liability company is classified as a partnership, as defined in § 761 of the Internal Revenue Code, it shall file a partnership tax return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-819(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If the limited liability company is classified as a corporation under Chapter 1, Subchapter C or Subchapter S of the Internal Revenue Code, it shall file the appropriate corporate tax return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-819(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
If the limited liability company has only one member and it is disregarded as an entity separate from its member for federal income tax purposes, the profit or loss of the limited liability company shall be reflected on the income tax return filed by the member of the limited liability company.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-819(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-819 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–819.1
(a)
In this section, “pass–through entity” has the meaning stated in § 10–102.1 of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-819.1(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
For a taxable year beginning after December 31, 2026, a pass–through entity shall file an income tax return electronically.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-819.1(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-819.1 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–820
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-820(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraph (3) of this subsection, an individual or partnership required under Part II of this subtitle to file a return for a taxable year shall complete and file with the Comptroller an income tax return:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-820(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
on or before April 15th of the next taxable year; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-820(a)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
if the income tax is computed for a fiscal year, on or before the 15th day of the 4th month after the end of that year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-820(a)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Within 60 days after the date on which a partnership is dissolved or liquidated or withdraws voluntarily or involuntarily from the State, the partnership shall complete and file with the Comptroller an income tax return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-820(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
If the due date for a federal income tax return filed electronically is later than April 15th of the next taxable year, the due date for an individual to complete and file a Maryland income tax return shall be the due date for filing the individual’s federal income tax return, if the individual:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-820(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
files the Maryland income tax return electronically; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-820(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
electronically pays any balance due with the return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-820(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-820(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as provided in subsections (c) and (d) of this section, an individual required under § 10-815 of this subtitle to file a declaration of estimated income tax for a taxable year shall complete and file with the Comptroller:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-820(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
an initial declaration on or before April 15 of that year; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-820(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a quarterly estimated income tax return on or before June 15, September 15, and January 15 after the filing of the initial declaration.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-820(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
An individual shall file a declaration that was not filed on April 15 or an amended declaration, on any date allowed in paragraph (1)(ii) of this subsection for filing a quarterly estimated income tax return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-820(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
If an individual elects to pay the income tax in full on or before January 31, instead of filing the quarterly estimated income tax return required on January 15, the individual shall file a final income tax return on or before January 31.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-820(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
If an individual required to file a declaration of estimated income tax has estimated gross income from fishing or farming, including oyster farming, that is at least 2/3 of the total estimated income for a taxable year, the individual may complete and file with the Comptroller:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-820(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a declaration of estimated income tax for that taxable year on or before January 15 of the next taxable year; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-820(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
an income tax return for that taxable year on or before March 1 of the next taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-820(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
An individual required to file a declaration of estimated income tax under § 10-815(b) of this subtitle shall complete and file with the Comptroller, within 60 days after the individual receives income from wagering:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-820(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a declaration of estimated income tax; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-820(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
if the individual has filed a declaration during that taxable year, an amended declaration.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-820(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-820 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–821
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-821(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A corporation required under Part II of this subtitle to file a return for a taxable year shall complete and file with the Comptroller an income tax return:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-821(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
on or before the April 15 that follows that taxable year; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-821(a)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
if income tax is computed for a fiscal year, on or before the 15th day of the 4th month after the end of that year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-821(a)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Within 60 days after a corporation loses or surrenders its charter in the State, is dissolved or liquidated, or voluntarily or involuntarily withdraws from the State, the corporation shall complete and file with the Comptroller an income tax return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-821(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A corporation required under § 10-816 of this subtitle to file a declaration of estimated income tax for a taxable year shall complete and file with the Comptroller a quarterly estimated tax return on or before the 15th day of the 4th, 6th, 9th, and 12th months of that year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-821(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-821 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–822
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-822(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection, each person required under § 10-906 of this title to withhold income tax shall complete and file with the Comptroller a quarterly income tax withholding return, on or before the 15th day of the month that follows the calendar quarter in which that income tax was withheld.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-822(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Subject to subsection (b) of this section, if the person reasonably expects the total amount of income tax required to be withheld in a quarterly period to be $700 or more, instead of a quarterly income tax withholding return the person shall complete and file with the Comptroller a monthly income tax withholding return:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-822(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
for the month of January, on or before February 15;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-822(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
for the month of February, on or before March 15;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-822(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
for the month of March, on or before April 15;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-822(a)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
for the month of April, on or before May 15;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-822(a)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
for the month of May, on or before June 15;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-822(a)(2)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
for the month of June, on or before July 15;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-822(a)(2)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vii)
for the month of July, on or before August 15;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-822(a)(2)(vii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(viii)
for the month of August, on or before September 15;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-822(a)(2)(viii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ix)
for the month of September, on or before October 15;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-822(a)(2)(ix) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(x)
for the month of October, on or before November 15;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-822(a)(2)(x) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(xi)
for the month of November, on or before December 15; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-822(a)(2)(xi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(xii)
for the month of December, on or before January 15.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-822(a)(2)(xii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
If the person reasonably expects the total amount of income tax required to be withheld in a calendar year to be less than $250 instead of a quarterly income tax withholding return the person shall complete and file with the Comptroller an annual income tax withholding return on or before January 31 that follows that calendar year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-822(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-822(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, if a person was required to withhold $15,000 or more for the preceding calendar year, the person shall complete and file an income tax withholding return with the Comptroller within 3 business days following each payroll that causes the total accumulated tax withheld to equal or exceed $700.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-822(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-822(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
If a person is allowed to file federal withholding tax returns on a monthly basis, the person may apply to the Comptroller for a waiver from the requirements of paragraph (1) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-822(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
A waiver provided under this paragraph shall allow a person to file State withholding tax returns on a monthly basis for the remainder of the calendar year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-822(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
A person may apply for renewal of a waiver provided under this subsection if the person remains eligible to file federal withholding tax returns on a monthly basis.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-822(b)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
The Comptroller may establish regulations to implement the provisions of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-822(b)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-822(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A person required to file a quarterly or monthly income tax withholding return shall continue to file returns, whether or not the person is withholding any income tax, until the person gives the Comptroller written notice that the person no longer has employees or no longer is liable to file the return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-822(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A person required to file returns under subsection (b) of this section shall file a return at least once every month until the person gives the Comptroller written notice that the person no longer has employees or no longer is liable to file the return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-822(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
Each person required to file a return under this section shall file returns for other periods and on other dates as the Comptroller specifies by regulation, including periods in which the person does not pay wages subject to withholding.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-822(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-822 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–823
If the Comptroller finds that good cause exists and subject to § 13-601 of this article, the Comptroller may extend the time to file an income tax return:
(1)
up to 6 months for an individual or, if an individual is out of the United States, up to 1 year; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-823(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
up to 7 months for a corporation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-823(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-823 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–824
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-824(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-824(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-824(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
“Income tax return preparer” means a person who for compensation prepares a substantial portion or more of a qualified return or employs one or more persons to prepare for compensation a substantial portion or more of a qualified return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-824(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Income tax return preparer” does not include a person who merely performs those acts described under § 7701(a)(36)(B) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-824(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Qualified return” means any original return of individual income tax imposed by this title, regardless of whether a tax is due or a refund is claimed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-824(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Subject to § 10–809.1 of this subtitle and except as otherwise provided in this section, an income tax return preparer shall file all qualified returns that the income tax return preparer prepares by electronic means as prescribed by the Comptroller if the income tax return preparer has prepared more than 100 qualified tax returns in the prior taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-824(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
Subject to § 10–809.1 of this subtitle, subsection (b) of this section does not apply to a qualified return if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-824(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the taxpayer has indicated on the qualified return that the taxpayer does not want the return filed by electronic means; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-824(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the income tax return preparer preparing the qualified return has requested and received a waiver from the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-824(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
Subject to § 10–809.1 of this subtitle, on written request for a waiver by an income tax return preparer who is subject to subsection (b) of this section, the Comptroller may grant the income tax return preparer a waiver of the requirements of this section if the income tax return preparer is able to establish to the satisfaction of the Comptroller either reasonable cause for not filing the return by electronic means or that there is no feasible means of filing the return by electronic means without undue hardship.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-824(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
If the Comptroller prohibits an income tax return preparer from submitting income tax returns electronically, the Comptroller shall notify the State Board of Individual Tax Preparers established under Title 21 of the Business Occupations and Professions Article within 5 business days after taking that action.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-824(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-824 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–825
(a)
In this section, “participating payee”, “reportable payment transaction”, and “third–party settlement organization” have the meanings stated in § 6050W of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-825(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Notwithstanding the filing threshold under § 6050W of the Internal Revenue Code, a third–party settlement organization shall report to the Comptroller and a participating payee required to file a return or declaration under Part II of this subtitle the gross amount of reportable payment transactions made to the participating payee if the amount of reportable payment transactions meets or exceeds the filing threshold under § 6041(a) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-825(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The third–party settlement organization shall report the information required under subsection (b) of this section to the Comptroller and the participating payee at least 30 days before the federal filing deadlines for the information.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-825(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-825 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–827
Each person making payments not reported on a federal information return shall complete and file with the Comptroller an information return that reports annuities, dividends, interest, premiums, rent, or other income, including salary, wages, or other compensation for personal services that are not subject to the withholding tax under Subtitle 9 of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-827 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–828
Notwithstanding § 1-302 of the Financial Institutions Article, if the Comptroller requests, a person, including a financial institution, who files a federal information return shall verify or report the items reported in a federal information return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-828 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–829
A person who pays salary, wages, or other compensation for personal services for which income tax is not withheld shall give the payee 2 copies of the information return required by § 10-827 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-829 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–830
Any real estate reporting person who is required to file a return under § 6045 of the Internal Revenue Code shall file a copy of that return with the Comptroller if:
(1)
the vendor is a nonresident; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-830(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the real property sold is located in this State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-830(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-830 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–901
(a)
Except as otherwise provided in this subtitle, an individual, a partnership, or a corporation that has Maryland taxable income in a taxable year shall pay the income tax on that income with the return that covers that year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-901(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Except as provided in § 10-820(a)(3) of this title, if an individual files a Maryland income tax return electronically no later than April 15 of the next taxable year, the income tax due with the return may be paid on or before April 30 of the next taxable year if the income tax is paid electronically.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-901(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-901 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–902
(a)
Except as otherwise provided in this section, each individual, partnership, or corporation required to file quarterly estimated income tax returns shall pay:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-902(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
at least 25% of the estimated income tax shown on the declaration or amended declaration for a taxable year:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-902(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
with the declaration or amended declaration that covers that year; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-902(a)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
with each quarterly return for that year; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-902(a)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
any unpaid income tax for the year shown on the income tax return that covers that year, with the return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-902(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
If an individual under subsection (a) of this section files a final income tax return on or before January 31 of a taxable year, as allowed under § 10-820(b)(3) of this title instead of paying 25% of the estimated income tax shown on the declaration or amended declaration for that year with the estimated tax return on January 15, the individual shall pay in full the unpaid income tax for that year with the final return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-902(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
If an individual with estimated income from fishing or farming files the declaration or the return on the dates allowed under § 10-820(c) of this title, the individual shall pay in full the income tax shown on the return for that taxable year on or before March 1 of the next year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-902(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
An individual who receives income from wagering not subject to withholding under § 10-906 of this subtitle shall pay in full the income tax on that income with the estimated tax return that covers the period in which the individual receives that income.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-902(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-902(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, a fiduciary may use the annualization method as allowed for federal income tax purposes under § 6654(d)(2)(B) of the Internal Revenue Code to determine the amount of estimated tax required to be paid.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-902(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
For purposes of this subsection, § 6654(d)(2)(B)(i) of the Internal Revenue Code shall be applied by in each instance substituting “ending before the date one month before the due date for the installment” for “ending before the due date for the installment”.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-902(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-902 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–905
(a)
In this Part II of this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(a–1)
“Annuity, sick pay, or retirement distribution” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(a–1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
an annuity or sick pay payment described in § 3402(o) of the Internal Revenue Code; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(a–1)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a designated distribution as defined in § 3405(e) of the Internal Revenue Code other than an eligible rollover distribution within the meaning of § 3405(c) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(a–1)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Employer” has the meaning stated in § 3401 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Employer” includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the federal government;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a county, municipal corporation, political subdivision, or instrumentality of the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(b)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
another state to the extent that functions of its government are carried on or performed in this State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(b)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
if the employer is a corporation:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(b)(2)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
any officer of the corporation who exercises direct control over its fiscal management; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(b)(2)(v)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
any agent of the corporation who has a duty to withhold income tax from wages.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(b)(2)(v)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
“Payment subject to withholding” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
an annuity, sick pay, or retirement distribution;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
income that is subject to the income tax and is distributed by a fiduciary to a nonresident alien;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
a payment of winnings derived from wagering in the State if the payment is subject to withholding under § 3402 of the Internal Revenue Code; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
a payment of a death benefit by the Board of Trustees of the State Retirement and Pension System.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(c)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Payor” means a person responsible to make a payment subject to withholding.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Payor” includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the federal government;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(d)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(d)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a county, municipal corporation, political subdivision, or instrumentality of the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(d)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
another state to the extent that functions of its government are carried on or performed in this State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(d)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
if the payor is a corporation:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(d)(2)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
any officer of the corporation who exercises direct control over its fiscal management; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(d)(2)(v)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
any agent of the corporation who has a duty to withhold income tax from payments subject to withholding.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(d)(2)(v)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
“Wagering” includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
any lottery, including the State lottery; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
any pari–mutuel wagering, including any pari–mutuel wagering conducted under Title 11 of the Business Regulation Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, “wages” means salary, wages, or compensation for personal services of any kind as defined in §§ 3401 and 3402(o)(2)(A) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Wages” includes remuneration paid for services described in § 3401(a)(5) and (6) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
“Withhold” includes deducting income tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-905 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–906
(a)
Except as provided in § 10–907 of this subtitle, each employer or payor shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-906(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
withhold the income tax required to be withheld under § 10–908 of this subtitle; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-906(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
pay to the Comptroller the income tax withheld for a period with the withholding return that covers the period.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-906(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Any income tax withheld is deemed to be held in trust for the State by the employer or payor who withholds the tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-906(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
An employer or payor who withholds income tax shall keep a separate ledger account for withholdings that indicates clearly:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-906(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the amount of income tax withheld; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-906(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
that the income tax withheld is the property of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-906(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
If an employer or payor negligently fails to withhold or to pay income tax in accordance with subsection (a) of this section, personal liability for that income tax extends:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-906(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
to the employer or payor;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-906(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
if the employer or payor is a corporation, to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-906(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
any officer of the corporation who exercises direct control over its fiscal management; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-906(d)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
any agent of the corporation who is required to withhold and pay the income tax; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-906(d)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
if the employer or payor is a limited liability company as defined under Title 4A of the Corporations and Associations Article or a limited liability partnership as defined under Title 9A of the Corporations and Associations Article, including a limited partnership registered as a limited liability limited partnership, to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-906(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
any person who exercises direct control over its fiscal management; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-906(d)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
any agent of the limited liability company or limited liability partnership who is required to withhold and pay the income tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-906(d)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-906 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–907
(a)
Income tax is not required to be withheld at the time wages are paid to a nonresident:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-907(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
for State income tax withholding purposes, if the Comptroller and the state in which the nonresident resides have agreed in writing to allow a reciprocal exemption from tax and withholding for the wages of residents of each state that are earned in the other state;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-907(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
for county income tax withholding purposes, if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-907(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the nonresident derives wages from employment in a county; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-907(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the Comptroller determines that each locality in which the nonresident resides:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-907(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
imposes no tax on the income of a Maryland resident from wages from employment in that locality;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-907(a)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
exempts that income from its tax on income; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-907(a)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
allows a credit for that income and exempts that income from the withholding requirement for its tax on income;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-907(a)(2)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
for tips, to the extent that the amount required to be withheld on the tips causes the total withholdings for the period to exceed the available net wages other than tips after deductions are made for:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-907(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the federal income and Social Security taxes and income tax required to be withheld on wages other than tips; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-907(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the federal income and Social Security taxes required to be withheld on the tips; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-907(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
if the wages are paid to an individual rendering police, fire, rescue, or emergency services in an area covered under a state of emergency declared by the Governor under § 14–107 of the Public Safety Article by:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-907(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a nonprofit organization not registered to do business in the State and not otherwise doing business in the State; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-907(a)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a state, county, or political subdivision of a state, other than the State of Maryland.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-907(a)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Unless the payee specifically asks that income tax be withheld from an annuity, sick pay, or retirement distribution, income tax is not required to be withheld from that payment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-907(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
Income tax is not required to be withheld on that portion of a death benefit to be excluded from federal adjusted gross income, including amounts to be transferred by the beneficiary or the Board of Trustees of the State Retirement and Pension System to an eligible retirement plan as defined in § 402(c)(8)(B) of the Internal Revenue Code in a nontaxable rollover. The State Retirement Agency is authorized to obtain such representation as it deems necessary to determine if the beneficiary will make a nontaxable rollover.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-907(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-907 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–908
(a)
An employer shall withhold from the wages of an individual the amount indicated in the income tax withholding tables or income tax percentage withholding schedules that the Comptroller prepares.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-908(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A payor that is a fiduciary shall withhold from each distribution the amount indicated in the income tax withholding tables or income tax percentage withholding schedules that the Comptroller prepares.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-908(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A payor shall withhold the amount from an annuity, sick pay, or retirement distribution that the payee requests.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-908(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
A payor shall withhold from a payment subject to withholding of winnings derived from wagering:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-908(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
if the payee is a resident, a rate equal to the sum of 3.0% and the top marginal State income tax rate for individuals under § 10-105(a) of this title, applied to the payment; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-908(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
if the payee is a nonresident, a rate equal to the sum of the rate of the tax imposed under § 10-106.1 of this title and the top marginal State income tax rate for individuals under § 10-105(a) of this title, applied to the payment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-908(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
The Board of Trustees of the State Retirement and Pension System shall withhold from a payment of a death benefit to a resident payee the sum of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-908(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-908(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
75% of the payment; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-908(e)(1)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the county income tax rate applied to the payment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-908(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
If a payment to a resident payee is a designated distribution that is an eligible rollover distribution within the meaning of § 3405(c) of the Internal Revenue Code and the payment is subject to mandatory withholding of federal income tax, the payor shall withhold from the payment an amount equal to 7.75% of the payment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-908(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-908 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–909
The income tax required to be withheld under § 10–908 of this subtitle shall be withheld:
(1)
by a payor other than a fiduciary or S corporation and by an employer:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-909(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
on the basis of each weekly, 2–week, semimonthly, or monthly regular period of payment; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-909(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
if there is no regular period of payment as specified in item (i) of this item, on a daily basis; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-909(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
by a payor who is a fiduciary, on a quarterly basis.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-909(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-909 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–910
(a)
At the time of employment, an employee shall sign and file with the employer an exemption certificate that states the number of exemptions to which the employee is entitled under this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-910(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-910(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, an employer shall base withholding for an employee:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-910(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
on the number of exemptions stated in the exemption certificate that the employee files; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-910(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
if the employee fails to file an exemption certificate or files an invalid certificate under subsection (c) of this section, on 1 exemption.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-910(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If the Comptroller notifies an employer that an employee has an unpaid tax liability, that the employee failed to file a required Maryland income tax return, or that an employee is subject to a tax refund interception request, the employer shall base withholding for the employee:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-910(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
on a number of exemptions not exceeding the actual number of exemptions allowed on the employee’s prior year’s income tax return, as specified by the Comptroller; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-910(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
if the employee failed to file a required Maryland income tax return, on 1 exemption.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-910(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-910(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
An exemption certificate is invalid if it:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-910(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
does not contain the information required; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-910(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
contains false or fraudulent information.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-910(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
An exemption certificate is not invalid if it states:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-910(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a number of exemptions that is less than the number of exemptions to which the individual is entitled under § 10–211 of this title; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-910(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a number of additional exemptions less than or equal to the fraction, rounded down to the nearest whole number:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-910(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the numerator of which equals the excess of the total of estimated itemized deductions, alimony payments, allowable child care expenses, qualified retirement contributions, business losses, and employer business expenses over the standard deduction allowance; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-910(c)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the denominator of which equals the amount allowed for each exemption under § 10–211(b)(1) of this title for the applicable taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-910(c)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
A person who is entitled to receive a payment subject to withholding of winnings derived from wagering shall complete, under oath, and give to the payor a withholding certificate that contains the name, address, state of residence, and taxpayer identification number of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-910(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the person who is to receive the payment; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-910(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
each person entitled to any portion of the payment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-910(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-910 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–911
(a)
Each employer or payor required under § 10–906 of this subtitle to withhold income tax for an employee or a person who receives a payment subject to withholding shall prepare a statement that shows for the previous calendar year:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-911(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the name of the employer or payor;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-911(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the name of the employee or person who receives the payment subject to withholding;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-911(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
the total amount that the employer paid to the employee as wages or the total amount that the payor has paid to the person;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-911(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
the total amount of tips that the employee reported;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-911(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
the total amount of income tax that has been withheld under this subtitle;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-911(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
any amount by which income tax required to be withheld on tips exceeds the other net wages paid to the employee; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-911(a)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
any other information that the Comptroller requires by regulation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-911(a)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
On or before January 31 of each year an employer or payor of a payment subject to withholding shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-911(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
provide 2 copies of the statement required under subsection (a) of this section to the employee or person who receives a payment subject to withholding; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-911(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
submit 1 copy of the statement to the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-911(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-911(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, an employer or payor shall submit statements required under subsection (a) of this section in an electronic format that the Comptroller requires by regulation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-911(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Comptroller:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-911(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
shall adopt regulations to provide a process for an employer or payor that is required to submit statements in an electronic format under paragraph (1) of this subsection to request a waiver from the requirement; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-911(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
may waive the requirement that an employer or payor submit statements in an electronic format under paragraph (1) of this subsection if the Comptroller determines that the requirement will result in undue hardship to the employer or payor.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-911(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-911 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–912
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Except as provided in subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, “net proceeds” means the total sales price paid to the transferor less:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
debts of the transferor secured by a mortgage or other lien on the property being transferred that are being paid upon the sale or exchange of the property; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(2)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
other expenses of the transferor arising out of the sale or exchange of the property and disclosed on a settlement statement prepared in connection with the sale or exchange of the property, not including adjustments in favor of the transferee.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(2)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Net proceeds” does not include adjustments in favor of the transferor that are disclosed on a settlement statement prepared in connection with the sale or exchange of the property.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Nonresident entity” means an entity that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
is not formed under the laws of the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
is not qualified by or registered with the Department of Assessments and Taxation to do business in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
“Resident entity” means an entity that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
is formed under the laws of the State; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
is formed under the laws of another state and is qualified by or registered with the Department of Assessments and Taxation to do business in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
“Total payment” means the net proceeds of a sale actually paid to a transferor, including the fair market value of any property transferred to the transferor.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
“Transfer pursuant to a deed in lieu of foreclosure” includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a transfer by the owner of the property to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(6)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
with respect to a deed in lieu of foreclosure of a mortgage, the mortgagee, the assignee of the mortgage, or any designee or nominee of the mortgagee or assignee of the mortgage;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(6)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
with respect to a deed in lieu of foreclosure of a deed of trust, the holder of the debt or other obligation secured by the deed of trust or any designee, nominee, or assignee of the holder of the debt or other obligation secured by the deed of trust; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(6)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
with respect to a deed in lieu of foreclosure of any other lien instrument, the holder of the debt or other obligation secured by the lien instrument or any designee, nominee, or assignee of the holder of the debt secured by the lien instrument; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(6)(i)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a transfer by any of the persons described in item (i) of this paragraph to a subsequent purchaser for value.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(6)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
“Transfer pursuant to a foreclosure of a mortgage, deed of trust, or other lien instrument” includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
with respect to the foreclosure of a mortgage:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(7)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
a transfer by the mortgagee, the assignee of the mortgage, the attorney named in the mortgage, or the attorney or trustee conducting a foreclosure sale pursuant to the mortgage to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(7)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
the mortgagee or the assignee of the mortgage;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(7)(i)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
any designee, nominee, or assignee of the mortgagee or assignee of the mortgage; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(7)(i)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(C.)
any purchaser, substituted purchaser, or assignee of any purchaser or substituted purchaser of the foreclosed property; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(7)(i)(C.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
a transfer by any of the persons described in item 1 of this item to a subsequent purchaser for value;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(7)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
with respect to the foreclosure of a deed of trust:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(7)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
a transfer by the trustees, successor trustees, substituted trustees under the deed of trust, or trustees conducting a foreclosure sale pursuant to the deed of trust to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(7)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
the holder of the debt or other obligation secured by the deed of trust;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(7)(ii)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
any designee, nominee, or assignee of the holder of the debt secured by the deed of trust; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(7)(ii)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(C.)
any purchaser, substituted purchaser, or assignee of any purchaser or substituted purchaser of the foreclosed property; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(7)(ii)(C.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
a transfer by any of the persons described in item 1 of this item to a subsequent purchaser for value; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(7)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
with respect to the foreclosure of any other lien instrument:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(7)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
a transfer by the party authorized to make the sale to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(7)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
the holder of the debt or other obligation secured by the lien instrument;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(7)(iii)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
any designee, nominee, or assignee of the holder of the debt secured by the lien instrument; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(7)(iii)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(C.)
any purchaser, substituted purchaser, or assignee of any purchaser or substituted purchaser of the foreclosed property; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(7)(iii)(C.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
a transfer by any of the persons described in item 1 of this item to a subsequent purchaser for value.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(a)(7)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
For every deed or other instrument of writing that effects a change of ownership on the assessment books under the Tax – Property Article and for which a payment is required under subsection (c) of this section, the total payment shall be described on the form that the Comptroller specifies by regulation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The form required under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall be signed under oath by:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the transferor of the property;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
an agent of the transferor; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
the real property reporting person, as defined under § 6045 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(b)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
Except as otherwise provided in this section, in a sale or exchange of real property and associated tangible personal property owned by a nonresident or nonresident entity, the deed or other instrument of writing that effects a change of ownership on the assessment books under the Tax – Property Article may not be recorded with the clerk of the circuit court for a county or filed with the Department of Assessments and Taxation unless payment is made to the clerk of the circuit court for a county or the Department of Assessments and Taxation in an amount equal to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the sum of the rate of the tax imposed under § 10–106.1 of this title and the top marginal State income tax rate for individuals under § 10–105(a) of this title, applied to the total payment to a nonresident; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the rate of the tax for a corporation under § 10–105(b) of this title of the total payment to a nonresident entity.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
Subsection (c) of this section does not apply when:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a certification under penalties of perjury that the transferor is a resident of the State or is a resident entity is provided by each transferor in:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the recitals or the acknowledgment of the deed or other instrument of writing transferring the property to the transferee; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(d)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
an affidavit signed by the transferor or by an agent of the transferor that accompanies and is recorded with the deed or other instrument of writing transferring the property;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(d)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the transferor presents to the clerk of the circuit court for a county or the Department of Assessments and Taxation a certificate issued by the Comptroller stating that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
no tax is due from that transferor in connection with that sale or exchange of property;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(d)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a reduced amount of tax is due from that transferor in connection with that sale or exchange of property and stating the reduced amount that should be collected by the clerk of the circuit court for a county or the Department of Assessments and Taxation before recordation or filing; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(d)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
the transferor has satisfied the transferor’s tax liability described in subsection (c) of this section or has provided adequate security to cover such liability;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(d)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
the property transfer is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a transfer pursuant to a foreclosure of a mortgage, deed of trust, or other lien instrument; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(d)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a transfer pursuant to a deed in lieu of foreclosure;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(d)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
the property is transferred by the United States, the State, or a unit or political subdivision of the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(d)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
a certification under penalties of perjury that the property being transferred is the transferor’s principal residence is provided by each transferor in:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(d)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the recitals or the acknowledgment of the deed or other instrument of writing transferring the property to the transferee; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(d)(5)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
an affidavit signed by the transferor or by an agent of the transferor that accompanies and is recorded with the deed or other instrument of writing transferring the property; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(d)(5)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
the property is transferred pursuant to a deed or other instrument of writing that includes a statement of consideration required by § 12–104 of the Tax – Property Article indicating that the consideration payable is zero.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(d)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as provided in this section, the amounts described in subsection (c) of this section shall be collected by the clerk of the circuit court for a county or the Department of Assessments and Taxation when the deed or other instrument of writing is presented for recordation or filing.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Within 30 business days after the date the amount payable under subsection (c) of this section is paid, the clerk of the circuit court for the county or the Department of Assessments and Taxation shall pay over to the Comptroller the amount collected under subsection (c) of this section as prescribed by the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Amounts collected under subsection (c) of this section and paid over to the Comptroller under subsection (e) of this section shall be deemed to have been paid to the Comptroller on behalf of the transferor from whom the amounts were withheld.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The transferor shall be credited with having paid the amounts for the taxable year in which the transaction that is the subject of the tax occurred.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
The transferee, title insurance producer, title insurer, settlement agent, closing attorney, lending institution, and real estate agent or broker in any transaction subject to this section are not liable for any amounts required to be collected and paid over to the Comptroller under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
This section does not:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
impose any tax on a transferor or affect any liability of the transferor for any tax; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(h)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
prohibit the Comptroller from collecting any taxes due from a transferor in any other manner authorized by law.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(h)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Comptroller shall adopt regulations to administer this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(i)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Comptroller’s regulations shall establish procedures for the issuance of the certificate referred to in subsection (d)(2) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(i)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The Comptroller’s regulations shall establish a procedure by which a transferor may apply for an early refund of the tax collected under this section if the transferor establishes that no tax will be owed or less tax than collected will be owed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912(i)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-912 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 10–913
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-913(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
On or before January 1 of each calendar year, the Comptroller shall publish the maximum income eligibility for the earned income tax credit under § 10–704 of this title for the calendar year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-913(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Comptroller shall prepare a notice that meets the requirements of subsection (b) of this section and provide the notice, by mail or electronic means, to all employers in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-913(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-913(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
On or before December 31 of each calendar year, an employer shall provide electronic or written notice to an employee who may be eligible for the earned income tax credit under § 10–704 of this title that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-913(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the employee may be eligible for the federal earned income tax credit under § 32 of the Internal Revenue Code; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-913(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the employee may be eligible for the earned income tax credit under § 10–704 of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-913(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
An employer may provide the notice required under this subsection to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-913(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
all employees; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-913(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
employees with wages that are less than or equal to the maximum income eligibility published under subsection (a) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-913(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
An employee may not pursue a private cause of action against an employer for the employer’s failure to provide the notice required under subsection (b) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-913(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 10-913 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–1A-01
(a)
In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-1A-01(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-1A-01(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“On-site generated electricity” means electricity that is generated at a facility:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-1A-01(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the owner of which is an electric consumer that, together with any tenants of the owner, consumes at least 80% of the electricity generated by the facility each year; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-1A-01(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
that is operated by the owner or a designee of the owner.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-1A-01(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“On-site generated electricity” does not include electricity generated at a facility that is owned by more than one person or governmental entity unless the ownership of the facility and the ownership of the building or machinery and equipment that consumes the electricity is substantially the same, as determined under regulations that the Comptroller adopts.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-1A-01(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
“Owner” means the person or governmental entity that has a capital investment in a facility and that for federal income tax purposes is entitled to deduct depreciation on the facility or would be entitled to the deduction if subject to the federal income tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-1A-01(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
“Public service company” has the meaning stated in § 8-401 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-1A-01(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
“Special use tax on electricity” means the tax imposed under this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-1A-01(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-1A-01 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–1A-02
(a)
In addition to any tax imposed under § 11-102 of this title, except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, a tax is imposed on the use, in the State, of electricity that is not delivered by a public service company.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-1A-02(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The special use tax on electricity does not apply to the use of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-1A-02(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
electricity that is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-1A-02(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
used for residential purposes; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-1A-02(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
used exclusively for emergency back-up generation; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-1A-02(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
on-site generated electricity.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-1A-02(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-1A-02 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–1A-03
The rate of the special use tax on electricity is 0.062 cents for each kilowatt hour of electricity that is subject to the tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-1A-03 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–1A-04
The exemptions provided under Subtitle 2 of this title do not apply to the special use tax on electricity.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-1A-04 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–1A-05
In addition to any information required under Subtitle 5 of this title:
(1)
the return of a vendor who makes a sale for use of electricity that is subject to the special use tax on electricity shall state for the period that the return covers:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-1A-05(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the kilowatt hours of electricity the use of which became subject to the special use tax on electricity; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-1A-05(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the special use tax on electricity that is due; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-1A-05(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the return of a person who uses electricity that is subject to the special use tax on electricity and fails to pay the tax to the vendor shall state for the period that the return covers:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-1A-05(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the kilowatt hours of electricity that is subject to the special use tax on electricity; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-1A-05(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the special use tax on electricity that is due.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-1A-05(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-1A-05 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–1A-06
The Comptroller shall adopt regulations to carry out the provisions of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-1A-06 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–101
(a)
In this title the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(a–1)
“Accommodation” means a right to occupy a room or lodgings as a transient guest.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(a–1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(a–2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(a–2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Accommodations intermediary” means a person, other than an accommodations provider, who facilitates the sale or use of an accommodation and charges a buyer the taxable price for the accommodation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(a–2)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
For purposes of this subsection, a person shall be considered to facilitate the sale or use of an accommodation if the person brokers, coordinates, or in any other way arranges for the sale or use of an accommodation by a buyer.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(a–2)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(a–3)
“Accommodations provider” means a person that owns, operates, or manages an accommodation and makes the accommodation available for sale or use to a buyer.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(a–3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(a–4)
“Booking transaction” means any transaction in which there is a retail sale of an accommodation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(a–4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
“Buyer” means a person who:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
acquires tangible personal property in a sale;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
obtains a taxable service in a sale; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
acquires a digital code or digital product in a sale.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
“Cleaning of a commercial or industrial building” means the following services performed to a commercial or industrial building:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
floor, carpet, wall, window, ceiling, and exterior cleaning; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
janitorial services.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c–1)
“Customer tax address” means, with respect to a sale of a digital code, digital product, or taxable service described under subsection (m)(14) or (15) of this section:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
for a digital code, digital product, or taxable service described under subsection (m)(14) or (15) of this section that is received by a buyer at the business location of the vendor, the address of that business location;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–1)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
if item (1) of this subsection is not applicable and the primary use location of the digital code, digital product, or taxable service described under subsection (m)(14) or (15) of this section is known by the vendor, that primary use location;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–1)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
if items (1) and (2) of this subsection are not applicable, the location where the digital code, digital product, or taxable service described under subsection (m)(14) or (15) of this section is received by the buyer, or by a donee of the buyer that is identified by the buyer, if known to the vendor and maintained in the ordinary course of the vendor’s business;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–1)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
if items (1) through (3) of this subsection are not applicable, the location indicated by an address for the buyer that is available from the business records of the vendor that are maintained in the ordinary course of business of the vendor’s business, when use of the address does not constitute bad faith;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–1)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
if items (1) through (4) of this subsection are not applicable, the location indicated by an address for the buyer obtained during the consummation of the sale, including the address of the buyer’s payment instrument, when use of the address does not constitute bad faith; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–1)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
if items (1) through (5) of this subsection are not applicable, including a circumstance in which a vendor is without sufficient information to apply those items, one of the following locations, as selected by the vendor, provided that the location is consistently used by the vendor for all sales to which this item applies:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–1)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the location in the United States of the headquarters of the vendor’s business;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–1)(6)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the location in the United States where the vendor has the greatest number of employees; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–1)(6)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
the location in the United States from which the vendor makes digital products available for electronic transfer.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–1)(6)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c–2)
“Detective” means a person who is authorized to provide private detective services under Title 13 of the Business Occupations and Professions Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c–3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Digital code” means a number, symbol, alphanumeric sequence, barcode, or similar code that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–3)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
may be obtained by any means, including:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–3)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
in a tangible form, such as a card; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–3)(1)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
through e–mail; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–3)(1)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
provides a buyer with a right to obtain one or more digital products.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–3)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Digital code” does not include a gift certificate or gift card with a monetary value that may be redeemable for an item other than a digital product.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–3)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c–4)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Digital product” means a product that is obtained electronically by the buyer or delivered by means other than tangible storage media through the use of technology having electrical, digital, magnetic, wireless, optical, electromagnetic, or similar capabilities.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–4)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Digital product” includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–4)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a work that results from the fixation of a series of sounds that are transferred electronically, including:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–4)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
prerecorded or live music or performances, readings of books or other written materials, and speeches; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–4)(2)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
audio greeting cards sent by e–mail;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–4)(2)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a digitized sound file, such as a ring tone, that is downloaded onto a device and may be used to alert the user of the device with respect to a communication;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–4)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a series of related images that, when shown in succession, impart an impression of motion, together with any accompanying sounds that are transferred electronically, including motion pictures, musical videos, news and entertainment programs, live events, video greeting cards sent by e–mail, and video or electronic games;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–4)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
a book, generally known as an “e–book”, that is transferred electronically; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–4)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
a newspaper, magazine, periodical, chat room discussion, weblog, or any other similar product that is transferred electronically.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–4)(2)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Digital product” does not include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–4)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
prerecorded or live instruction by a public, private, or parochial elementary or secondary school or a public or private institution of higher education;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–4)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
instruction in a skill or profession in a buyer’s current or prospective business, occupation, or trade if the instruction:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–4)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
is not prerecorded; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–4)(3)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
features an interactive element between the buyer and the instructor or other buyers contemporaneous with the instruction;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–4)(3)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a seminar, discussion, or similar event hosted by a nonprofit organization or business association, if the seminar, discussion, or event:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–4)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
is not prerecorded; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–4)(3)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
features an interactive element between the buyer and host or other buyers contemporaneous with the seminar, discussion, or event;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–4)(3)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
a professional service obtained electronically or delivered through the use of technology having electrical, digital, magnetic, wireless, optical, electromagnetic, or similar capabilities;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–4)(3)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
a product having electrical, digital, magnetic, wireless, optical, electromagnetic, or similar capabilities where the purchaser holds a copyright or other intellectual property interest in the product, in whole or in part, if the purchaser uses the product solely for commercial purposes, including advertising or other marketing activities; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–4)(3)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
computer software or software as a service purchased or licensed solely for commercial purposes in an enterprise computer system, including operating programs or application software for the exclusive use of the enterprise software system, that is housed or maintained by the purchaser or on a cloud server, whether hosted by the purchaser, the software vendor, or a third party.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–4)(3)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c–5)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“End user” means any person who receives or accesses a digital code, digital product code, or taxable service described under subsection (m)(14) or (15) of this section for use.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–5)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“End user” does not include any person who receives a digital code, digital product, or taxable service described under subsection (m)(14) or (15) of this section for further commercial broadcast, rebroadcast, transmission, retransmission, licensing, relicensing, distribution, redistribution, or exhibition of the digital product.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–5)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c–6)
“Home amenity” means any portion, whether indoors or outdoors, of a residential property, excluding bedrooms or any portion of the property intended for sleeping quarters, that is occupied by the hour and for not more than 15 hours consecutively.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c–7)
“Home amenity rental” means the temporary use in exchange for consideration of a home amenity.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c–8)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–8) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Home amenity rental intermediary” means a person, other than a home amenity rental provider, who facilitates the sale or use of a home amenity and charges a buyer the taxable price for the home amenity rental.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–8)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
For purposes of this subsection, a person shall be considered to facilitate the sale or use of a home amenity if the person brokers, coordinates, or in any other way arranges for the sale or use of a home amenity by a buyer.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–8)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c–9)
“Home amenity rental platform” means an Internet–based digital entity that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–9) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
advertises the availability of home amenities; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–9)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
receives compensation for facilitating reservations or processing booking transactions on behalf of the owner, operator, or manager of a home amenity.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–9)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c–10)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–10) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Marketplace facilitator” means a person that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–10)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
facilitates a retail sale by a marketplace seller by listing or advertising for sale in a marketplace tangible personal property, digital code, or a digital product; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–10)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
regardless of whether the person receives compensation or other consideration in exchange for the person’s services, directly or indirectly through agreements with third parties, collects payment from a buyer and transmits the payment to the marketplace seller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–10)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Marketplace facilitator” does not include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–10)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a platform or forum that exclusively provides Internet advertising services, including listing products for sale, if the platform or forum does not also engage, directly or indirectly, in collecting payment from a buyer and transmitting that payment to the vendor;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–10)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a payment processor business appointed by a vendor to handle payment transactions from clients, including credit cards and debit cards, whose only activity with respect to marketplace sales is to handle transactions between two parties; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–10)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a delivery service company that delivers tangible personal property on behalf of a marketplace seller that is engaged in the business of a retail vendor and holds a license issued under Subtitle 7 of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–10)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c–11)
“Marketplace seller” means a person that makes a retail sale or sale for use through a physical or electronic marketplace operated by a marketplace facilitator.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–11) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c–12)
“NAICS” means the North American Industrial Classification System, United States Manual, 2022 Edition, published by the United States Office of Management and Budget.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–12) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c–13)
“Permanent” means perpetual or for an indefinite or unspecified length of time.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(c–13) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
“Person” includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
this State or a political subdivision, unit, or instrumentality of this State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
another state or a political subdivision, unit, or instrumentality of that state; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
a unit or instrumentality of a political subdivision of this State or of another state.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
“Prepaid telephone calling arrangement” means the right to use telecommunications services, paid for in advance, that enables the origination of calls using an access number or authorization code, whether manually or electronically dialed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e–1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(e–1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Primary use location” means the street address representative of where the buyer’s use of a digital code, digital product, or taxable service described under subsection (m)(14) or (15) of this section will primarily occur, as determined by:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(e–1)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the residential street address or a business street address of the actual end user of the digital code, digital product, or taxable service described under subsection (m)(14) or (15) of this section including, if applicable, the address of a donee of the buyer that is designated by the buyer; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(e–1)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
if the buyer is not an individual, the location of the buyer’s end users, including employees, or equipment that makes use of the digital code, digital product, or taxable service described under subsection (m)(14) or (15) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(e–1)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Primary use location” does not include the location of a person who is not any end user or who uses a digital code, digital product, or taxable service described under subsection (m)(14) or (15) of this section as the purchaser of a separate good or service from the buyer.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(e–1)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Production activity” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
except for processing food or a beverage by a retail food vendor, assembling, manufacturing, processing, or refining tangible personal property for resale;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(f)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
generating electricity for sale or for use in another production activity;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(f)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(f)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
laundering, maintaining, or preparing textile products for rental; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(f)(1)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
laundering, maintaining, or preparing textile products in providing the taxable service of commercial cleaning or laundering of textiles for a buyer who is engaged in a business that requires the recurring service of commercial cleaning or laundering of the textiles;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(f)(1)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
producing or repairing production machinery or equipment;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(f)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
establishing or maintaining clean rooms or clean zones as required by applicable provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, the Public Health Service Act, and the Virus–Serum–Toxin Act, and the regulations adopted thereunder, pertaining to the manufacture of drugs, medical devices, or biologics;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(f)(1)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
providing for the safety of employees; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(f)(1)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vii)
providing for quality control.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(f)(1)(vii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Production activity” does not include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
servicing or repairing tangible personal property, except for servicing or repairing production machinery or equipment;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(f)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
maintaining tangible personal property other than textile products for rental and production machinery and equipment, except for maintaining tangible personal property in providing the taxable service of commercial cleaning or laundering of textiles for a buyer who is engaged in a business that requires the recurring service of commercial cleaning or laundering of the textiles;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(f)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
providing for the comfort or health of employees; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(f)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
storing the finished product.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(f)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
“Production machinery or equipment” means machinery or equipment used in a production activity.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Retail sale” means the sale of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(h)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
tangible personal property;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(h)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a taxable service;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(h)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a digital code; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(h)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
a digital product.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(h)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Retail sale” includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(h)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a sale of tangible personal property for use or resale in the form of real estate by a builder, contractor, or landowner;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(h)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
except as provided in paragraph (3)(i) of this subsection, use of tangible personal property as facilities, tools, tooling, machinery, or equipment, including dies, molds, and patterns, even if the buyer intends to transfer title to the property before or after that use;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(h)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a sale of a digital product that is sold with rights of permanent use or sold with rights of less than permanent use to an end user;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(h)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
a sale of a digital product that is sold with rights of use conditioned on continued payment by the subscriber or buyer to an end user; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(h)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
a sale to an end user of a digital code or a subscription to, access to, receipt of, or streaming of a digital product.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(h)(2)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Retail sale” does not include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(h)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a transfer of title to tangible personal property after its use as facilities, tools, tooling, machinery, or equipment, including dies, molds, and patterns, if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(h)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
at the time of purchase, the buyer is obligated, under the terms of a written contract, to make the transfer; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(h)(3)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the transfer is made for the same or greater consideration to the person for whom the buyer manufactures goods or performs work;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(h)(3)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a sale of tangible personal property, a digital code, or a digital product if the buyer intends to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(h)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
resell the tangible personal property, digital code, or digital product in the form that the buyer receives or is to receive the property, digital code, or digital product;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(h)(3)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
use or incorporate the tangible personal property, digital code, or digital product in a production activity as a material or part of other tangible personal property or another digital product to be produced for sale; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(h)(3)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
transfer the tangible personal property, digital code, or digital product as a part of a taxable service transaction; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(h)(3)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a sale of a taxable service if the buyer intends to resell the taxable service in the form that the buyer receives or is to receive the service.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(h)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Sale” means a transaction for a consideration whereby:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(i)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
title to or possession of property, a digital code, or a digital product is transferred or is to be transferred absolutely or conditionally by any means, including by lease, rental, royalty agreement, or grant of a license for use; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(i)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a person performs a service for another person.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(i)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Sale” does not include a transaction whereby an employee performs a service for the employee’s employer.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(i)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(j)
“Sale for use” means a sale in which tangible personal property, a digital code, a digital product, or a taxable service that is consumed, possessed, stored, or used in the State is acquired.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(j) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(j–1)
“Short–term rental” means the temporary use of a short–term rental unit to provide accommodation to transient guests for lodging purposes in exchange for consideration.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(j–1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(j–2)
“Short–term rental platform” means an Internet–based digital entity that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(j–2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
advertises the availability of short–term rental units for rent; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(j–2)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
receives compensation for facilitating reservations or processing booking transactions on behalf of the owner, operator, or manager of a short–term rental unit.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(j–2)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(j–3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(j–3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Short–term rental unit” means a residential dwelling unit or a portion of the unit used for short–term rentals.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(j–3)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Short–term rental unit” includes a single–family house or dwelling, a multifamily house or dwelling, an apartment, a condominium, or a cooperative.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(j–3)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(j–4)
“Subscription” means, with respect to a digital product, an arrangement with a vendor that grants a buyer the right to obtain digital products from within one or more product categories having the same tax treatment, in a fixed quantity or for a fixed period of time or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(j–4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(k)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(k) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Tangible personal property” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(k)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
corporeal personal property of any nature;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(k)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
an accommodation;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(k)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a short–term rental; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(k)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
a home amenity rental.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(k)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Tangible personal property” includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(k)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
farm equipment;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(k)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
wall–to–wall carpeting that is installed into real estate, regardless of the purpose, method, or permanency of its installation; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(k)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
coal, electricity, oil, nuclear fuel assemblies, steam, and artificial or natural gas.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(k)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(l)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Taxable price” means the value, in money, of the consideration of any kind that is paid, delivered, payable, or deliverable by a buyer to a vendor in the consummation and complete performance of a sale without deduction for any expense or cost, including the cost of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
any labor or service rendered;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
any material used; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
any property, digital code, or digital product sold.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Taxable price” includes, for tangible personal property, a digital code, or a digital product acquired by a sale for use in the State by the person who assembles, fabricates, or manufactures the property or digital product, only the price of the raw materials and component parts contained in the property or digital product.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Taxable price” does not include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a charge that is made in connection with a sale and is stated as a separate item of the consideration for:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
a delivery, freight, or other transportation service for delivery directly to the buyer by the vendor or by another person acting for the vendor, unless the transportation service is a taxable service;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(3)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
a finance charge, interest, or similar charge for credit extended to the buyer;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(3)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
a labor or service for application or installation;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(3)(i)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
a mandatory gratuity or service charge in the nature of a tip for serving food or beverage to a group of 10 or fewer individuals for consumption on the premises of the vendor;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(3)(i)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5.)
a professional service;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(3)(i)(5.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6.)
a tax:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(3)(i)(6.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
imposed by a county on the sale of coal, electricity, oil, nuclear fuel assemblies, steam, or artificial or natural gas;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(3)(i)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
imposed under § 3–302(a) of the Natural Resources Article, as a surcharge on electricity, and added to an electric bill;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(3)(i)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(C.)
imposed under §§ 6–201 through 6–203 of the Tax – Property Article, on tangible personal property subject to a lease that is for an initial period that exceeds 1 year and is noncancellable except for cause; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(3)(i)(C.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(D.)
imposed under § 4–102 of this article on the gross receipts derived from an admissions and amusement charge;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(3)(i)(D.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7.)
any service for the operation of equipment used for the production of audio, video, or film recordings; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(3)(i)(7.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(8.)
reimbursement of incidental expenses paid to a third party and incurred in connection with providing a taxable detective service;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(3)(i)(8.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the value of a used component or part (core value) received from a purchaser of the following remanufactured truck parts:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
an air brake system;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(3)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
an engine;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(3)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
a rear axle carrier; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(3)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
a transmission;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(3)(ii)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a charge for a nontaxable service that is made in connection with a sale of a taxable communication service, even if the nontaxable charges are aggregated with and not separately stated from the taxable charges for communications services, if the vendor can reasonably identify charges not subject to tax from its books and records that are kept in the regular course of business; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
a transportation network company impact fee imposed under § 10–408 of the Public Utilities Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(3)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
“Taxable price” includes all sales and charges, including insurance, freight handling, equipment and supplies, delivery and pickup, cellular telephone, and other accessories, but not including sales of motor fuel subject to the motor fuel tax, made in connection with:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a short–term vehicle rental, as defined in § 11–104(c) of this subtitle; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a shared motor vehicle used for peer–to–peer car sharing and made available on a peer–to–peer car sharing program, as defined in § 19–520 of the Insurance Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
“Taxable price” includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
for the sale or use of an accommodation facilitated by an accommodations intermediary or a short–term rental platform, the full amount of the consideration paid by a buyer for the sale or use of an accommodation, but not including any tax that is remitted to a taxing authority; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(5)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
for the sale or use of a home amenity rental facilitated by a home amenity rental intermediary or home amenity rental platform, the full amount of consideration paid by a buyer for the sale or use of a home amenity rental, but not including any tax that is remitted to a taxing authority.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(5)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
“Taxable price” does not include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
for the sale or use of an accommodation facilitated by an accommodations intermediary or a short–term rental platform, a commission paid by an accommodations provider to a person after facilitating the sale or use of an accommodation; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(6)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
for the sale or use of a home amenity rental facilitated by a home amenity rental intermediary or home amenity rental platform, a commission paid by a home amenity rental provider to a person after facilitating the sale or use of a home amenity rental.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(l)(6)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(m)
“Taxable service” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(m) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
fabrication, printing, or production of tangible personal property or a digital product by special order;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(m)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
commercial cleaning or laundering of textiles for a buyer who is engaged in a business that requires the recurring service of commercial cleaning or laundering of the textiles;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(m)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
cleaning of a commercial or industrial building;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(m)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
cellular telephone or other mobile telecommunications service;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(m)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
“900”, “976”, “915”, and other “900”–type telecommunications service;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(m)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
custom calling service provided in connection with basic telephone service;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(m)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
a telephone answering service;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(m)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(8)
pay per view television service;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(m)(8) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(9)
credit reporting;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(m)(9) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(10)
a security service, including:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(m)(10) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a detective, guard, or armored car service; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(m)(10)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a security systems service;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(m)(10)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(11)
a transportation service for transmission, distribution, or delivery of electricity or natural gas, if the sale or use of the electricity or natural gas is subject to the sales and use tax;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(m)(11) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(12)
a prepaid telephone calling arrangement;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(m)(12) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(13)
the privilege given to an individual under § 4–1102 of the Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis Article to consume wine that is not purchased from or provided by a restaurant, club, or hotel;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(m)(13) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(14)
a data or information technology service described under NAICS Sector 518, 519, or 5415; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(m)(14) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(15)
a system software or application software publishing service described under NAICS Sector 5132.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(m)(15) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(m–1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(m–1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Telephone answering service” means a service provided to a customer that consists exclusively of the taking of messages, either by an automated system or by a live operator, and transmitting the messages to the customer.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(m–1)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Telephone answering service” does not include the physical act of answering a telephone on behalf of a customer, if the act is incidental to and less than 5% of the service provider’s total gross receipts in a calendar year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(m–1)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(n)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(n) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Use” means an exercise of a right or power to use, consume, possess, or store that is acquired by a sale for use of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(n)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
tangible personal property;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(n)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a taxable service;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(n)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a digital code; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(n)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
a digital product.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(n)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Use” includes an exercise of a right or power to use, consume, possess, or store that is acquired by a sale for use of tangible personal property, a digital code, or a digital product:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(n)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
for use or resale in the form of real estate by a builder, contractor, or landowner; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(n)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
except as provided in paragraph (3)(i) of this subsection, as facilities, tools, tooling, machinery, or equipment, including dies, molds, and patterns, even if the buyer intends to transfer title to the property, digital code, or digital product before or after that use.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(n)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Use” does not include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(n)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a transfer of title to tangible personal property after its use as facilities, tools, tooling, machinery, or equipment, including dies, molds, and patterns, if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(n)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
at the time of purchase, the buyer is obligated, under the terms of a written contract, to make the transfer; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(n)(3)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the transfer is made for the same or greater consideration to the person for whom the buyer manufactures goods or performs work;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(n)(3)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
an exercise of a right or power over tangible personal property, a digital code, or a digital product acquired by a sale for use if the buyer intends to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(n)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
resell the tangible personal property, digital code, or digital product in the form that the buyer receives or is to receive the property, digital code, or digital product;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(n)(3)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
use or incorporate the tangible personal property or digital product in a production activity as a material or part of other tangible personal property or another digital product to be produced for sale; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(n)(3)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
transfer the tangible personal property, digital code, or digital product as part of a taxable service transaction;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(n)(3)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
an exercise of a right or power over a taxable service acquired by a sale for use if the buyer intends to resell the taxable service in the form that the buyer receives or is to receive the service;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(n)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
an exercise of a right or power over a digital code to receive or access a digital product;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(n)(3)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
an exercise of a right or power over a digital product acquired by a sale for use if the buyer is not an end user; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(n)(3)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
the use or transfer of a digital product or digital code by the transferor and obtained by the end user free of charge.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(n)(3)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(o)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(o) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Vendor” means a person who:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(o)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
engages in the business of an out–of–state vendor, as defined in § 11–701 of this title;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(o)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
engages in the business of a retail vendor, as defined in § 11–701 of this title;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(o)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
holds a special license issued under § 11–707 of this title;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(o)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
is an accommodations intermediary or a home amenity rental intermediary;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(o)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
is a short–term rental platform or home amenity rental platform;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(o)(1)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
engages in the business of a marketplace facilitator; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(o)(1)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vii)
engages in the business of a marketplace seller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(o)(1)(vii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Vendor” includes, for an out–of–state vendor, a salesman, representative, peddler, or canvasser whom the Comptroller, for the efficient administration of this title, elects to treat as an agent jointly responsible with the dealer, distributor, employer, or supervisor:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(o)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
under whom the agent operates; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(o)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
from whom the agent obtains the tangible personal property, a digital code, a digital product, or taxable service for sale.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101(o)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-101 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–102
(a)
Except as otherwise provided in this title, a tax is imposed on:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-102(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a retail sale in the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-102(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a use, in the State, of tangible personal property, a digital code, a digital product, or a taxable service.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-102(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-102(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, in addition to the tax imposed under subsection (a) of this section, a hotel surcharge is imposed in Dorchester County on the sale of a right to occupy a room or lodgings as a transient guest in an establishment that offers at least 380 rooms.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-102(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The hotel surcharge imposed under paragraph (1) of this subsection may not be imposed if the Maryland Economic Development Corporation certifies to the Comptroller that the bonds issued by the Maryland Economic Development Corporation secured by the Dorchester County Economic Development Fund established under § 10–130 of the Economic Development Article have been paid in full.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-102(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-102(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A county, municipal corporation, special taxing district, or other political subdivision of the State may not impose any retail sales or use tax except:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-102(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a sales tax or use tax that was in effect on January 1, 1971;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-102(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a tax on the sale or use of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-102(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
fuels;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-102(c)(1)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
utilities;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-102(c)(1)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
space rentals; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-102(c)(1)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
any controlled dangerous substance, as defined in § 5–101 of the Criminal Law Article, unless the sale is made by a person who registers under and complies with Title 5, Subtitle 3 of the Criminal Law Article; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-102(c)(1)(ii)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a tax imposed by a code county on the sale or use of food and beverages authorized under § 20–602 of the Local Government Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-102(c)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Paragraph (1) of this subsection may not be construed as conferring authority to impose a sales and use tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-102(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-102 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–103
(a)
A rebuttable presumption exists that any sale in the State is subject to the sales and use tax imposed under § 11–102(a)(1) of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-103(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The person required to pay the sales and use tax has the burden of proving that a sale in the State is not subject to the sales and use tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-103(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The retail sale of a digital code, digital product, or taxable service described under § 11–101(m)(14) or (15) of this subtitle shall be presumed to be made in the state in which the customer tax address is located.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-103(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-103 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–104
(a)
Except as otherwise provided in this section, the sales and use tax rate is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
for a taxable price of less than $1:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
1 cent if the taxable price is 20 cents;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(a)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
2 cents if the taxable price is at least 21 cents but less than 34 cents;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(a)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
3 cents if the taxable price is at least 34 cents but less than 51 cents;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(a)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
4 cents if the taxable price is at least 51 cents but less than 67 cents;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(a)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
5 cents if the taxable price is at least 67 cents but less than 84 cents; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(a)(1)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
6 cents if the taxable price is at least 84 cents; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(a)(1)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
for a taxable price of $1 or more:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
6 cents for each exact dollar; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
for that part of a dollar in excess of an exact dollar:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
1 cent if the excess over an exact dollar is at least 1 cent but less than 17 cents;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(a)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
2 cents if the excess over an exact dollar is at least 17 cents but less than 34 cents;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(a)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
3 cents if the excess over an exact dollar is at least 34 cents but less than 51 cents;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(a)(2)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
4 cents if the excess over an exact dollar is at least 51 cents but less than 67 cents;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(a)(2)(ii)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5.)
5 cents if the excess over an exact dollar is at least 67 cents but less than 84 cents; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(a)(2)(ii)(5.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6.)
6 cents if the excess over an exact dollar is at least 84 cents.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(a)(2)(ii)(6.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
If a retail sale of tangible personal property or a taxable service is made through a vending or other self–service machine, the sales and use tax rate is 6%, applied to 94.5% of the gross receipts from the vending machine sales.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this subsection:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
“short–term vehicle rental” means a rental of a passenger car, as defined in § 11–144.2 of the Transportation Article, or a vehicle that may be registered as a Class D, E, F, G, or M vehicle under Title 13, Subtitle 9 of the Transportation Article, for a period of 180 days or less under the following terms:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the vendor does not provide a driver for the vehicle as a part of the rental; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(1)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
if the vehicle is a passenger car, as defined in § 11–144.2 of the Transportation Article, a multipurpose passenger vehicle, or a motorcycle, the vehicle is not to be used to transport individuals or property for hire; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(1)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“short–term vehicle rental” does not include a rental of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
a dump truck, as described in § 13–919 of the Transportation Article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(1)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
a tow truck, as described in § 13–920 of the Transportation Article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(1)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
a farm vehicle exempt from the sales and use tax under § 11–201(a) of this title; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(1)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
a shared motor vehicle used for peer–to–peer car sharing and made available on a peer–to–peer car sharing program, as defined in § 19–520 of the Insurance Article and that is subject to sales and use tax under subsection (c–1) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(1)(ii)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The sales and use tax rate for a short–term vehicle rental for a taxable price of $2 or more is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
if the vehicle is a passenger car, a multipurpose passenger vehicle, or a motorcycle:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
23 cents for each exact multiple of $2; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(2)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
for that part of $2 in excess of an exact multiple of $2:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(2)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
1 cent if the excess over an exact multiple of $2 is at least 1 cent but less than 9 cents;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(2)(i)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
2 cents if the excess over an exact multiple of $2 is at least 9 cents but less than 18 cents;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(2)(i)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(C.)
3 cents if the excess over an exact multiple of $2 is at least 18 cents but less than 27 cents;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(2)(i)(C.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(D.)
4 cents if the excess over an exact multiple of $2 is at least 27 cents but less than 35 cents;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(2)(i)(D.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(E.)
5 cents if the excess over an exact multiple of $2 is at least 35 cents but less than 44 cents;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(2)(i)(E.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(F.)
6 cents if the excess over an exact multiple of $2 is at least 44 cents but less than 53 cents;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(2)(i)(F.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(G.)
7 cents if the excess over an exact multiple of $2 is at least 53 cents but less than 61 cents;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(2)(i)(G.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(H.)
8 cents if the excess over an exact multiple of $2 is at least 61 cents but less than 70 cents;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(2)(i)(H.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(I.)
9 cents if the excess over an exact multiple of $2 is at least 70 cents but less than 79 cents;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(2)(i)(I.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(J.)
10 cents if the excess over an exact multiple of $2 is at least 79 cents but less than 87 cents;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(2)(i)(J.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(K.)
11 cents if the excess over an exact multiple of $2 is at least 87 cents but less than 96 cents;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(2)(i)(K.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(L.)
12 cents if the excess over an exact multiple of $2 is at least 96 cents but less than $1.05;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(2)(i)(L.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(M.)
13 cents if the excess over an exact multiple of $2 is at least $1.05 but less than $1.14;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(2)(i)(M.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(N.)
14 cents if the excess over an exact multiple of $2 is at least $1.14 but less than $1.22;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(2)(i)(N.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(O.)
15 cents if the excess over an exact multiple of $2 is at least $1.22 but less than $1.31;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(2)(i)(O.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(P.)
16 cents if the excess over an exact multiple of $2 is at least $1.31 but less than $1.40;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(2)(i)(P.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(Q.)
17 cents if the excess over an exact multiple of $2 is at least $1.40 but less than $1.48;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(2)(i)(Q.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(R.)
18 cents if the excess over an exact multiple of $2 is at least $1.48 but less than $1.57;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(2)(i)(R.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(S.)
19 cents if the excess over an exact multiple of $2 is at least $1.57 but less than $1.66;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(2)(i)(S.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(T.)
20 cents if the excess over an exact multiple of $2 is at least $1.66 but less than $1.74;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(2)(i)(T.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(U.)
21 cents if the excess over an exact multiple of $2 is at least $1.74 but less than $1.83;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(2)(i)(U.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(V.)
22 cents if the excess over an exact multiple of $2 is at least $1.83 but less than $1.92; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(2)(i)(V.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(W.)
23 cents if the excess over an exact multiple of $2 is at least $1.92 but less than $2.00; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(2)(i)(W.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
if the vehicle is a vehicle that may be registered as a Class E, F, or G vehicle under Title 13, Subtitle 9 of the Transportation Article:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
8 cents for each exact dollar; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
2 cents for each 25 cents or part of 25 cents in excess of an exact dollar.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c–1)
The sales and use tax rate for sales and charges made in connection with a shared motor vehicle used for peer–to–peer car sharing and made available on a peer–to–peer car sharing program, as defined in § 19–520 of the Insurance Article, is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c–1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
except as provided in item (2) of this subsection, 8% of the taxable price; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c–1)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c–1)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(11.)
5% of the taxable price, if the vehicle is a passenger car, a multipurpose passenger vehicle, or a motorcycle that is part of a fleet of vehicles that includes more than 10 vehicles owned by the same person.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(c–1)(2)(11.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
The sales and use tax rate for the first retail sale of a manufactured home, as defined in § 12–301(g) of the Public Safety Article, is the rate imposed under subsection (a) of this section applied to 60% of the taxable price.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
The rate of the hotel surcharge imposed under § 11–102(b) of this subtitle is 2.5% of the taxable price.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this subsection, “modular building” includes single–family or multifamily houses, apartment units, or commercial buildings, and permanent additions to single–family or multifamily houses, apartment units, or commercial buildings, comprised of one or more sections that are:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
intended to become real property;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(f)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
primarily constructed at a location other than the permanent site at which they are to be assembled;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(f)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
built to comply with the standards for industrialized buildings under Title 12, Subtitle 3 of the Public Safety Article; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(f)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
shipped with most permanent components in place.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(f)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The sales and use tax rate for the sale of a modular building is the rate imposed under subsection (a) of this section applied to 60% of the taxable price.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
The sales and use tax rate for the sale of an alcoholic beverage, as defined in § 5–101 of this article, is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
9% of the charge for the alcoholic beverage; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(g)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
6% of a charge that is made in connection with the sale of an alcoholic beverage and is stated as a separate item of the consideration and made known to the buyer at the time of sale for:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(g)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
any labor or service rendered;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(g)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
any material used; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(g)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
any property sold.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(g)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(h)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this subsection the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(h)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Dyed diesel fuel” means diesel fuel that is dyed under U.S. Environmental Protection Agency rules for high sulfur diesel fuel or is dyed under Internal Revenue Service rules for nontaxable use.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(h)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“Marina” means a person who maintains a place of business where motor fuel is sold primarily to vessels.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(h)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If a retail sale of dyed diesel fuel is made by a marina, the sales and use tax rate is 6%, applied to 94.5% of the gross receipts from the dyed diesel fuel sales.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(h)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
The sales and use tax rate for a mandatory gratuity or service charge in the nature of a tip for serving food or any type of beverage to a group of more than 10 individuals is 6%.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(j)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(j) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(j)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this subsection, the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(j)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Electronic smoking device” has the meaning stated in § 16.7–101 of the Business Regulation Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(j)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“Tobacco pipe” means a pipe made primarily of meerschaum, wood, or porcelain, with a bowl designed to be used without a screen or filter.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(j)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
“Vaping liquid” has the meaning stated in § 16.7–101 of the Business Regulation Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(j)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Except as provided in paragraph (3) of this subsection, the sales and use tax rate is 20% of the taxable price for electronic smoking devices.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(j)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The sales and use tax for vaping liquid sold in a container that contains 5 milliliters or less of vaping liquid is 60% of the taxable price.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(j)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
The sales and use tax for tobacco pipes is 12% of the taxable price.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(j)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(k)
The sales and use tax rate for cannabis, as defined in § 1–101 of the Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis Article is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(k) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
for fiscal years 2024 through 2025, 9%; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(k)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
for fiscal year 2026 and each fiscal year thereafter, 12%.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(k)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(l)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(l) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The sales and use tax for a sale of a taxable service described under § 11–101(m)(14) and (15) of this subtitle is 3% of the taxable price.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(l)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If a different rate from the rate specified under paragraph (1) of this subsection could be applied to a sale or use of tangible personal property, a digital code, a digital product, or a taxable service, the higher rate shall apply to the sale.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104(l)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-104 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–105
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as provided in subsections (b), (c), and (d) of this section, a vendor who timely files a sales and use tax return is allowed, for the expense of collecting and paying the tax, a credit equal to 0.9% of the gross amount of sales and use tax that the vendor is to pay to the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The credit allowed under this section does not apply to any sales and use tax that a vendor is required to pay to the Comptroller for any purchase or use that the vendor makes that is subject to the tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, the credit allowed under this section is 1.2% of the first $6,000 of the gross amount of sales and use tax that the vendor is to pay with each return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
For a vendor who files or is eligible to file a consolidated return under § 11–502 of this title, the credit allowed under paragraph (1) of this subsection is 1.2% of the first $6,000 of the gross amount of sales and use tax that the vendor is or would be required to pay with the consolidated return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The credit allowed under subsection (a) of this section may not exceed $500 for each return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
For a vendor who files or is eligible to file a consolidated return under § 11–502 of this title, the total maximum credit that the vendor is allowed under this section for all returns filed for any period is $500.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this subsection the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(d)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Qualified job training organization” means an organization that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(d)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
is located in the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(d)(1)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
is exempt from taxation under § 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(d)(1)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
conducts retail sales of donated items;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(d)(1)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
provides job training and employment services to individuals with workplace disadvantages or disabilities; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(d)(1)(ii)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5.)
uses a majority of its revenue for job training and job placement programs:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(d)(1)(ii)(5.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
that assist individuals with growth in employment hours;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(d)(1)(ii)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
for individuals with low income, workplace disadvantages, disabilities, or barriers to employment; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(d)(1)(ii)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(C.)
for veterans.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(d)(1)(ii)(C.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“Secretary” means the Secretary of Labor.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(d)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Subject to subparagraphs (ii) and (iii) of this paragraph, a vendor who is a qualified job training organization certified under paragraph (3) of this subsection and timely files a sales and use tax return is allowed a credit equal to 100% of the gross amount of sales and use tax that the vendor is to pay to the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(d)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
A vendor who claims a credit under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph may not claim a credit under subsections (a) through (c) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(d)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
For any calendar year, the total amount of credits that a vendor may claim may not exceed $100,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(d)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
A vendor may apply to the Secretary to be certified as a qualified job training organization.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(d)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
Within 30 days of receiving the application, the Secretary shall review the application and if the vendor:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(d)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
is determined to be a qualified job training organization, certify the vendor as a qualified job training organization and notify the vendor and the Comptroller; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(d)(3)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
is determined not to be a qualified job training organization, notify the vendor.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(d)(3)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
On or before January 31 each year, a vendor who claims a credit under this subsection shall submit to the Secretary a report that includes, for the previous calendar year:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(d)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the amount of credits claimed;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(d)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the amount spent by the vendor on job training and employment services; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(d)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
the number of individuals receiving job training and employment services.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(d)(4)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
The Comptroller shall adopt regulations to implement this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105(d)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-105 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–106
(a)
In this section, “Agreement” means the Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Agreement as adopted by the member states of the Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Project on November 12, 2002.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-106(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-106(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Subject to the provisions of this subsection, the State of Maryland hereby adopts the Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Agreement as adopted by the member states of the Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Project on November 12, 2002.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-106(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The adoption of the Agreement by the State of Maryland as provided in this section is contingent on the enactment of legislation by the U.S. Congress consenting to the Agreement and authorizing states that are parties to the Agreement to require remote sellers to collect and remit the sales and use taxes of those states.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-106(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
Within 90 days after the enactment of legislation by the U.S. Congress consenting to the Agreement and authorizing states that are parties to the Agreement to require remote sellers to collect and remit the sales and use taxes of those states, the Comptroller shall prepare and submit to the Governor and, subject to § 2-1257 of the State Government Article, the Senate Budget and Taxation Committee and the House Committee on Ways and Means proposed regulations and draft legislation that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-106(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
identify and implement:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-106(b)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
any changes to State statutes, regulations, or policies that need to be made in order to bring the State into compliance with the Agreement; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-106(b)(3)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
any other changes to State laws that would not be required but that the Comptroller recommends should reasonably be made in connection with implementing the Agreement; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-106(b)(3)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
for each change identified under item (i) of this paragraph:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-106(b)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
estimates the impact of that change on State sales and use tax revenue; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-106(b)(3)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
identifies and explains any fiscal or policy issues that would be associated with the change.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-106(b)(3)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
Notwithstanding the adoption of the Agreement under this section, unless and until further legislation is enacted by the General Assembly to implement necessary changes to bring the State in compliance with the Agreement:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-106(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
no provision of the Agreement in whole or in part invalidates or amends any provision of the law of this State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-106(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
adoption of the Agreement does not amend or modify any other provision of this title or other law of this State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-106(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
implementation of any condition of the Agreement in this State, whether adopted before, at, or after adoption of the Agreement by this State, must be by the action of this State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-106(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-106(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-106(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
The Agreement adopted by this section binds and inures only to the benefit of this State and the other member states.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-106(d)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
No person, other than a member state, is an intended beneficiary of the Agreement.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-106(d)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
Any benefit to a person other than a state must be established by the law of this State and the other member states and not by the terms of the Agreement.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-106(d)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-106(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
No person shall have any cause of action or defense under the Agreement or by virtue of the State’s adoption of the Agreement.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-106(d)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
No person may challenge, in any action brought under any provision of law, any action or inaction by any department, agency, or other instrumentality of this State, or any political subdivision of this State, on the ground that the action or inaction is inconsistent with the Agreement.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-106(d)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
No law of this State, or the application thereof, may be declared invalid as to any person or circumstance on the ground that the provision or application is inconsistent with the Agreement.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-106(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-106 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–108
The sale or recharge of a prepaid telephone calling arrangement is taxable in the State if:
(1)
the sale or recharge takes place at the vendor’s place of business located in the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-108(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the buyer’s shipping address is in the State; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-108(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
there is no item shipped, but the buyer’s billing address or the location associated with the buyer’s mobile telephone number is in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-108(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-108 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–109
(a)
The Comptroller shall publish on the Comptroller’s website, as a general guide for vendors, a comprehensive list of tangible personal property and services the sale or use of which are subject to the sales and use tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-109(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The Comptroller shall update the list published in accordance with subsection (a) of this section at least quarterly and detail any additions, deletions, or revisions to the list.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-109(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-109 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–201
(a)
The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of the following items for an agricultural purpose:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-201(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
livestock;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-201(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
feed or bedding for livestock;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-201(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
seed, fertilizer, fungicide, herbicide, or insecticide;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-201(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
baler twine or wire;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-201(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
fuel for use in farm equipment or a farm tractor, as defined in §§ 11–120 and 11–121 of the Transportation Article; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-201(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
if bought by a farmer:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-201(a)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a container to transport farm products that the farmer raises to market;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-201(a)(6)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a farm vehicle, as defined in § 13–911(c) of the Transportation Article, when used in farming;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-201(a)(6)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a milking machine, when used in farming;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-201(a)(6)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
fabrication, processing, or service, by a sawmill, of wood products for farm use in which the farmer retains title; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-201(a)(6)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
farm equipment when used to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-201(a)(6)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
raise livestock;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-201(a)(6)(v)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
prepare, irrigate, or tend the soil; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-201(a)(6)(v)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
plant, service, harvest, store, clean, dry, or transport seeds or crops.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-201(a)(6)(v)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Except for flowers, sod, decorative trees and shrubs, and any other product that usually is sold by a nursery or horticulturist, the sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of an agricultural product by a farmer.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-201(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-201 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–201.1
(a)
In this section, “bulk vending machine” means a vending machine that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-201.1(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
contains unsorted merchandise; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-201.1(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
on insertion of a coin, dispenses the unsorted merchandise in approximately equal portions at random and without selection by the customer.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-201.1(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of tangible personal property through a bulk vending machine for a taxable price of 75 cents or less.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-201.1(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-201.1 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–204
(a)
The sales and use tax does not apply to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a sale to a cemetery company, as described in § 501(c)(13) of the Internal Revenue Code in effect on July 1, 1987;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a sale to a credit union organized under the laws of the State or of the United States;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
a sale to a nonprofit organization made to carry on its work, if the organization:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
is located in the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(a)(3)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
is located in an adjacent jurisdiction and provides its services within the State on a routine and regular basis; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(a)(3)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
is located in an adjacent jurisdiction whose law:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(a)(3)(i)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
does not impose a sales or use tax on a sale to a nonprofit organization made to carry on its work; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(a)(3)(i)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
contains a reciprocal exemption from sales and use tax for sales to nonprofit organizations located in adjacent jurisdictions similar to the exemption allowed under this subsection;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(a)(3)(i)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
is a charitable, educational, or religious organization;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
is not the United States; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(a)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
except for the American National Red Cross, is not a unit or instrumentality of the United States;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(a)(3)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
a sale, not exceeding $500, to a nonprofit incorporated senior citizens’ organization made to carry on its work, if the organization:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
is located in the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(a)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
receives funding from the State or a political subdivision of the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(a)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
a sale to a volunteer fire company or department or volunteer ambulance company or rescue squad located in the State made to carry on the work of the company, department, or squad;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
a sale of tangible personal property, a digital code, or a digital product to a nonprofit parent–teacher association located in the State if the association makes the purchase to contribute the property to a school to which a sale is exempt under item (3) of this subsection or § 11–220 of this subtitle;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(a)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
a sale to a nonprofit organization made to carry on its work, if the organization:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(a)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
is qualified as tax exempt under § 501(c)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(a)(7)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
is engaged primarily in providing a program to render its best efforts to contain, clean up, and otherwise mitigate spills of oil or other substances occurring in United States coastal and tidal waters; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(a)(7)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(8)
a sale to a bona fide nationally organized and recognized organization of veterans or an auxiliary of the organization or one of its units, if the organization is qualified as tax exempt under § 501(c)(4) or § 501(c)(19) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(a)(8) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale by:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a bona fide church or religious organization, if the sale is made for the general purposes of the church or organization;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a gift shop at a mental hospital that the Maryland Department of Health operates;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
a hospital thrift shop that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
is operated by all volunteer staff;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(b)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
sells only donated articles;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(b)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
contributes the profits from sales to the hospital with which the shop is associated; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(b)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
is not operated in conjunction with a gift shop or another retail establishment;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(b)(3)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
a vending facility operated under the Maryland Vending Program for the Blind if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(b)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the facility is located on property held or acquired by or for the use of the United States for any military or naval purpose; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(b)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a post exchange or other tax–exempt concession is located and operated on the same property;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(b)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
an elementary or secondary school in the State or a nonprofit parent–teacher organization or other nonprofit organization within an elementary or secondary school in the State for the sale of magazine subscriptions in a fund–raising campaign, if the net proceeds are used solely for the educational benefit of the school or its students, including a sale resulting from an agreement or contract with an organization to participate in a fund–raising campaign for a percentage of the gross receipts under which students act as agents or salespersons for the organization by selling or taking orders for the sale;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(b)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
a parent–teacher organization or other organization within an elementary or secondary school in the State or within a school system in the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(b)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
subject to subsection (e) of this section, a bona fide church, religious organization, or other nonprofit organization exempt from taxation under § 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(b)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the sale is made at an auction sale; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(b)(7)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the proceeds of the sale are used to carry on the exempt purposes of the church or organization; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(b)(7)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(8)
a nonprofit organization exempt from taxation under § 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code that maintains a memorial on property that is owned by the State if the proceeds of the sale are used to maintain a memorial on property that is owned by the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(b)(8) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
To qualify as an organization to which a sale is exempt under subsection (a)(3) or (5) of this section, the organization shall file an application for an exemption certificate with the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
The Comptroller may treat the possession of an effective determination letter of status under § 501(c)(3) or (13) of the Internal Revenue Code from the Internal Revenue Service as evidence that an organization qualifies under subsection (a)(3) or (5) or (1) of this section, respectively.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
For a sale described under subsection (b)(7) of this section that is not otherwise exempt under this section, only that part of the sale price that qualifies for a deduction under the federal income tax as a charitable contribution under the regulations and guidelines of the Internal Revenue Service is exempt from the sales and use tax under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-204 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–205
The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of:
(1)
a Maryland State flag;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-205(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a United States flag; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-205(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
a prisoner of war flag or missing in action flag honoring and remembering military personnel who have served in the armed forces of the United States.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-205(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-205 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–206
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Facility for food consumption” does not include parking spaces for vehicles as the sole accommodation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
“Food” means food for human consumption.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Food” includes the following foods and their products:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
beverages, including coffee, coffee substitutes, cocoa, fruit juices, and tea;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(a)(3)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
condiments;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(a)(3)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
eggs;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(a)(3)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
fish, meat, and poultry;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(a)(3)(ii)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5.)
fruit, grain, and vegetables;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(a)(3)(ii)(5.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6.)
milk, including ice cream; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(a)(3)(ii)(6.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7.)
sugar.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(a)(3)(ii)(7.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“Food” does not include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(a)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
an alcoholic beverage as defined in § 5–101 of this article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(a)(3)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
a soft drink or carbonated beverage;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(a)(3)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
a cannabinoid beverage as defined in § 36–101 of the Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis Article; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(a)(3)(iii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
candy or confectionery.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(a)(3)(iii)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
“Food for immediate consumption” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
food obtained from a salad, soup, or dessert bar;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(a)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
party platters;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(a)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
heated food;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(a)(4)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
sandwiches suitable for immediate consumption; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(a)(4)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
ice cream, frozen yogurt, and other frozen desserts, sold in containers of less than 1 pint.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(a)(4)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
“Premises” includes any building, grounds, parking lot, or other area that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a food vendor owns or controls; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(a)(5)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
another person makes available primarily for the use of the patrons of 1 or more food vendors.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(a)(5)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
“Substantial grocery or market business” means a business at which at least 10% of all sales of food are sales of grocery or market food items, not including food normally consumed on the premises even though it is packaged to carry out.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(a)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of food stamp eligible food, as defined in 7 U.S.C. § 2012, bought with a food coupon issued in accordance with 7 U.S.C. § 2016.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, the sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of food for consumption off the premises by a food vendor who operates a substantial grocery or market business at the same location where the food is sold.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The exemption under paragraph (1) of this subsection does not apply to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
food that the vendor serves for consumption on the premises of the buyer or of a third party; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
food for immediate consumption.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
The sales and use tax does not apply to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a sale of food:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
to patients in a hospital when the food charge is included in the regular room rate;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(d)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
by a church or religious organization;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(d)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
by a school other than an institution of postsecondary education, including sales at a school by a food concessionaire that is under contract with the school or with its designated contract agent, but not including sales at events that are not sponsored by the school or are not educationally related;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(d)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
to students at an institution of postsecondary education if the food charge is for a meal plan or is included in the regular charge for room and board; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(d)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
by a nonprofit food vendor if there are no facilities for food consumption on the premises, unless the food is sold within an enclosure for which a charge is made for admission;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(d)(1)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
if the proceeds of the sale are used to support a bona fide nationally organized and recognized organization of veterans or auxiliary of the organization or 1 of its units, a sale of food or meals for consumption only on the premises, served by the organization or auxiliary;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
if the proceeds of the sale are used to support a volunteer fire company or department or its auxiliary or a volunteer ambulance company or rescue squad or its auxiliary, a sale of food served by the company, department, squad, or auxiliary; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
a sale of food, bottled water, soft drink or carbonated beverage, or candy or confectionery by a nonprofit food vendor at a youth sporting event or 4–H youth event for individuals under the age of 18 years if there are no facilities for food consumption on the premises, unless the sale is within an enclosure for which a charge is made for admission.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(d)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of food or any beverage in a vehicle that is being operated in the State while in the course of interstate commerce.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale for consumption off the premises of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
crabs; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
seafood that is not prepared for immediate consumption.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
The sales and use tax does not apply to the sale through a vending machine of milk, fresh fruit, fresh vegetables, or yogurt.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-206 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–207
(a)
The sales and use tax does not apply to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-207(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a sale of electricity, steam, or artificial or natural gas for use in residential condominiums;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-207(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a sale of electricity, steam, or artificial or natural gas that is delivered under a residential or domestic rate schedule on file with the Public Service Commission;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-207(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
a sale of coal, firewood, heating oil, or propane gas or similar liquefied gas for use in residential property that contains not more than 4 units, cooperative housing, condominiums, or other similar residential living arrangements;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-207(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
a sale of electricity through 3 or more bulk meters for use in a nonprofit planned retirement community of more than 2,000 housing cooperative or condominium units if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-207(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
ownership of units is restricted by age;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-207(a)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
any unit is served by an individual meter; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-207(a)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
on or before July 1, 1979, at least 3 bulk meters served the community; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-207(a)(4)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
a sale of electricity generated by solar energy equipment or residential wind energy equipment, as defined under § 11–230 of this subtitle, for use in residential property owned by an eligible customer–generator under § 7–306 of the Public Utilities Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-207(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of wood, wood bark or residue, or refuse-derived fuel used for heating purposes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-207(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-207 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–208
(a)
The sales and use tax does not apply to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-208(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a sale of equipment or machinery that is used only to load, unload, and handle cargo of ocean going vessels within an international marine terminal; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-208(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a rental of equipment or machinery that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-208(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
is owned by the Maryland Port Administration; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-208(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
is used only to load and unload ocean going vessels.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-208(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of film, video tape, or a digital product for use only in television broadcasting by a television station that the Federal Communications Commission licenses specifically to broadcast to a city or town outside the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-208(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The sales and use tax does not apply:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-208(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
to a sale of an aircraft, motor vehicle, railroad rolling stock, or vessel that is used principally to cross State lines in interstate or foreign commerce;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-208(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
to a sale of a replacement part, other tangible personal property, or a digital product to be used physically in, on, or by a conveyance described in item (1) of this subsection; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-208(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
except for a rental, to a sale of a motor vehicle, other than a house or office trailer, that will be titled or registered in another state.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-208(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-208 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–209
(a)
The sales and use tax does not apply to a casual and isolated sale by a person who regularly does not sell tangible personal property, a digital code, a digital product, or a taxable service if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-209(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the sale price is less than $1,000; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-209(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the sale is not made through an auctioneer or a dealer.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-209(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The sales and use tax does not apply to a distribution of tangible personal property, a digital code, or a digital product by:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-209(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a corporation or joint–stock company to its stockholders as a liquidating distribution;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-209(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a partnership to a partner; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-209(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
a limited liability company to a member.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-209(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-209(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The sales and use tax does not apply to a transfer of tangible personal property, a digital code, or a digital product:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-209(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
under a reorganization within the meaning of § 368(a) of the Internal Revenue Code;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-209(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
on organization of a corporation or joint–stock company, to the corporation or company principally in consideration for the issuance of its stock;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-209(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
to a partnership only as a contribution to its capital or in consideration for a partnership interest in the partnership; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-209(c)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
to a limited liability company only as a capital contribution or in consideration for an interest in the limited liability company.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-209(c)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
For a transfer that would qualify as a casual and isolated sale under subsection (a) of this section if the sale price limitation were disregarded, the amount of liability transferred to or assumed by a corporation, joint–stock company, partnership, or limited liability company shall be excluded from the consideration transferred by the corporation, joint–stock company, partnership, or limited liability company in exchange for the tangible personal property, digital code, or digital product to determine whether the transfer is made:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-209(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
principally in consideration for the issuance of stock of a corporation or joint–stock company;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-209(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
only as a contribution to the capital of a partnership or in consideration for a partnership interest; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-209(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
only as a capital contribution to a limited liability company or in consideration for an interest in a limited liability company.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-209(c)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-209 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–210
(a)
The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-210(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
machinery or equipment used to produce bituminous concrete; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-210(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
electricity, fuel, and other utilities used to operate that machinery or equipment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-210(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-210(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
tangible personal property, a digital code, or a digital product used directly and predominantly in a production activity at any stage of operation on the production activity site from the handling of raw material or components to the movement of the finished product, if the tangible personal property, digital code, or digital product is not installed so that it becomes real property;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-210(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a melting, smelting, heating, or annealing coke oven, aluminum furnace, anode bake oven, electrolytic pot, cathode, refractory, or other material used in relining and rebuilding a furnace or oven; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-210(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
a foundation to support other machinery or equipment or an item required to conform to an air or water pollution law and normally considered part of real property.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-210(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of equipment that is used by a retail food vendor to manufacture or process bread or bakery goods for resale if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-210(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the taxable price of each piece of equipment is at least $2,000; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-210(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the retail food vendor operates a substantial grocery or market business, as defined in § 11–206(a) of this subtitle, at the same location where the food is sold.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-210(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
The sales and use tax does not apply to the sale, on or after January 1, 2000, but before January 1, 2008, of machinery or equipment:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-210(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
that enables a television or radio station to originate and broadcast or to receive and broadcast digital signals; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-210(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
that was or is purchased to comply with or to facilitate compliance with the Telecommunications Act of 1996, Pub. L. 104–104, 110 Stat. 56.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-210(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
The sales and use tax does not apply to the sale of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-210(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
machinery or equipment used directly and predominantly to produce Energy Star windows or Energy Star entry doors for residential real property; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-210(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
electricity, fuel, and other utilities used to operate that machinery or equipment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-210(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-210 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–211
(a)
The sales and use tax does not apply to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a sale, to or by a physician or hospital, of drugs or medical supplies;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a sale of medicine;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
a sale of disposable medical supplies; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
a sale of a patient’s medical records to the patient or the patient’s representative.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a hemodialysis drug or device, by a licensed pharmacist or by a person who holds a permit under § 12–603 of the Health Occupations Article, directly to a hemodialysis patient requiring regular home treatment;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
tangible personal property that is manufactured or adapted specifically to compensate for blindness, including braille slates and paper, items with braille markings, preset insulin syringes, and raised line drawing kits;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
a decoder for captioned television programs for use by a hearing–impaired individual;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
a telecommunications device that is adapted specifically for hearing–impaired individuals and is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a device that changes digital codes into tones for transmission through telephone lines;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a flashing signal device; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a telebraille machine;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(4)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
an artificial eye, hearing device, or limb;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
a colostomy or ileostomy appliance;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
corrective eyeglasses;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(8)
an orthopedic or surgical appliance prescribed by a physician and designed to be worn on the person of the user;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(8) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(9)
a battery for an artificial hearing device or larynx, transcutaneous nerve stimulator, or electrically powered wheelchair;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(9) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(10)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(10) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a custom–made earmold for an artificial hearing device;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(10)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a battery charger for an artificial hearing device; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(10)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a receiver for an artificial hearing device;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(10)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(11)
crutches;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(11) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(12)
a wheelchair;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(12) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(13)
a hospital bed;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(13) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(14)
an oxygen tent;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(14) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(15)
any other sickroom equipment that the Comptroller defines by regulations or medical equipment that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(15) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
can withstand repeated use;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(15)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
is used exclusively to serve a medical purpose;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(15)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
is not useful to a person in the absence of illness or injury; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(15)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
is for use in the home or on the individual’s person;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(15)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(16)
tangible personal property for installation in a motor vehicle:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(16) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
to provide access to the motor vehicle by an individual with a disability; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(16)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
to permit an individual with a disability to operate the motor vehicle;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(16)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(17)
a wig or hairpiece needed as a result of documented medical or surgical treatment;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(17) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(18)
nicotine patches, nicotine gum, or any other product intended for use as an aid in tobacco use cessation and approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration for that purpose;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(18) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(19)
tangible personal property that is manufactured for the purpose of initiating, supporting, or sustaining breast–feeding, including breast pumps, breast pump kits, nipple enhancers, breast shields, breast shells, supplemental nursing systems, softcup feeders, feeding tubes, breast milk storage bags, periodontal syringes, finger feeders, haberman feeders, and purified lanolin;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(19) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(20)
baby bottles or baby bottle nipples;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(20) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(21)
a medical or clinical thermometer;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(21) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(22)
a pulse oximeter;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(22) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(23)
a blood pressure monitor;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(23) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(24)
an N95, China KN95, Japan DS, Korea 1st Class, AS/NZS P2, or European FFP2 filtering facepiece respirator; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(24) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(25)
diabetic care items, including insulin, glucose tablets, glucose drinks, glucose gels, blood and urine ketone meters and supplies, insulin pumps, insulin pump infusion sets, insulin pump reservoirs or cartridges, continuous glucose monitors and related supplies, syringes, insulin injection devices, insulin pens, insulin pen needles, lancets and lancet devices, and testing strips for measuring blood sugar.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(b)(25) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
baby oil or baby powder;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
diapers;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
diaper rash cream;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
baby wipes;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(c)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
toothbrushes, toothpaste, tooth powders, mouthwash, dental floss, or other similar oral hygiene products; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(c)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
sanitary pads, tampons, menstrual sponges, menstrual cups, or other similar feminine hygiene products.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211(c)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-211 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–212
The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of:
(1)
fabrication, processing, or service, by a sawmill, of wood products for mine use in which the miner retains title; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-212(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
diesel fuel for use in reclamation of land that has been mined for coal by strip or open-pit mining.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-212(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-212 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–213
Except for the first retail sale of the manufactured home, the sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of a manufactured home, as defined in § 12-301(g) of the Public Safety Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-213 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–214
The sales and use tax does not apply to use of tangible personal property, a digital code, a digital product, or a taxable service that:
(1)
a nonresident:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-214(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
acquires before the property, digital code, digital product, or service enters the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-214(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
uses:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-214(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
for personal enjoyment or use or for a use that the Comptroller specifies by regulation, other than for a business purpose; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-214(1)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
in a presentation or in conjunction with a presentation of an exhibit, show, sporting event, or other public performance or display; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-214(1)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
does not remain in the State for more than 30 days.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-214(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-214 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–214.1
(a)
In this section:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-214.1(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“precious metal bullion or coins” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-214.1(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
any precious metal that has gone through a refining process and is in a state or condition such that its value depends on its precious metal content and not on its form; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-214.1(a)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, monetized bullion, coins, or other forms of money that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-214.1(a)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
are manufactured from precious metals; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-214.1(a)(1)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
are or have in the past been used as a medium of exchange under the laws of the State, the United States, or a foreign nation; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-214.1(a)(1)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“precious metal bullion or coins” does not include jewelry or a work of art made of precious metal bullion or coins.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-214.1(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of precious metal bullion or coins if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-214.1(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the sale price is greater than $1,000; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-214.1(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the sale occurs at the Baltimore Convention Center.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-214.1(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-214.1 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–215
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-215(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of art works, electros, electrotypes, hand or machine compositions, lithographic plates or negatives, mats, photoengravings, stereotypes, or typographies:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-215(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
to a person engaged in the printing of tangible personal property for sale; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-215(a)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
for direct use by the person to produce that property for sale.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-215(a)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A vendor who sells any item under paragraph (1) of this subsection is not entitled to any exclusion under § 11–101(h)(3)(ii) or (n)(3)(ii) of this title for material that the vendor buys to produce that item.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-215(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-215(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The sales and use tax does not apply to the printing and sale of newspapers that are distributed by the publisher at no charge.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-215(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A publication is not a newspaper unless it is published and distributed at least once per month and it meets other criteria as defined by the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-215(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The sales and use tax does not apply to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-215(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a sale of direct mail advertising literature and mail order catalogues that will be distributed outside the State, and a sale of computerized mailing lists to the extent used for the purpose of providing addresses to which direct mail advertising literature and mail order catalogues will be distributed outside the State; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-215(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a sale of government documents, publications, records, or copies by the federal or State or a local government or an instrumentality of the federal or State or a local government.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-215(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-215 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–216
(a)
The sales and use tax does not apply to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-216(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a sale for use of tangible personal property, a digital code, or a digital product that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-216(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
is bought outside this State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-216(a)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
is intended solely for use in another state; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-216(a)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
is stored in this State pending shipment to another state;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-216(a)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a sale of tangible personal property to a person obligated under a contract to incorporate that property into real property located in another state where the purchase or use of that property would not be subject to a sales tax, use tax, or similar tax; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-216(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
except for that portion of the purchase price allocable to intended viewing in this State, a sale of a series of images stored on video tape or in other optical or digital forms or electronic signals generated from these images to a cable or other nonbroadcast television network, if the images are intended for viewing by television viewers located outside the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-216(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The sales and use tax shall be paid:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-216(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
on a sale under subsection (a)(1) of this section, when the tangible personal property is imported or stored in the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-216(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
on a sale under subsection (a)(2) of this section, when the sale is made.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-216(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A person who pays the sales and use tax under subsection (b) of this section may obtain the exemption by:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-216(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
filing a claim for refund with the Comptroller when the property is removed from the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-216(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
providing the Comptroller with the evidence that the Comptroller requires by regulation, including:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-216(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
evidence of use or removal of the property from the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-216(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
satisfactory proof of entitlement to exemption in another state.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-216(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-216 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–217
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-217(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section, “research and development” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-217(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
basic and applied research in the sciences and engineering; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-217(a)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the design, development, and governmentally required pre-market testing of prototypes, products, and processes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-217(a)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Research and development” does not include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-217(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
market research;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-217(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
research in the social sciences or psychology and other nontechnical activities;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-217(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
routine product testing;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-217(a)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
sales services; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-217(a)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
technical and nontechnical services.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-217(a)(2)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of tangible personal property, a digital code, or a digital product for use or consumption in research and development.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-217(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-217 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–218
The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of:
(1)
a clam or oyster rake, crab bait, crab or eel pot, or fish net;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-218(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a dredge, handscrape, or hand or patent tong; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-218(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
fuel or a repair part for a commercial fishing vessel or for a vessel otherwise used for commercial purposes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-218(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-218 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–219
(a)
The sales and use tax does not apply to a personal, professional, or insurance service that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-219(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
is not a taxable service; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-219(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
involves a sale as an inconsequential element for which no separate charge is made.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-219(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The sales and use tax does not apply to the sale of an optional computer software maintenance contract if the buyer does not have a right, as part of the contract, to receive at no additional cost software products that are separately priced and marketed by the vendor.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-219(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The sales and use tax does not apply to the use of a taxable service obtained by using a prepaid telephone calling arrangement.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-219(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-219(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-219(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this subsection the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-219(d)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Cloud computing” means a service that enables on–demand, self–service network access to a shared pool of configurable computer resources, including data storage, analytics, commerce, streaming, e–mail, document sharing, and document editing.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-219(d)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“Qualified cybersecurity business” means an entity organized for profit that is engaged primarily in the development of innovative proprietary cybersecurity technology or the provision of cybersecurity services.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-219(d)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The sales and use tax imposed on a taxable service described under § 11–101(m)(14) or (15) of this title does not apply to a sale of cloud computing to a qualified cybersecurity business.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-219(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-219 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–220
(a)
The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale to the State or a political subdivision of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-220(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The exemption under subsection (a) of this section may not be construed to exempt any sale of tangible personal property, a digital code, or a digital product, otherwise taxable under this title, to a contractor to be used under a contract with the State or a political subdivision of the State for construction, repair, or alteration of real property.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-220(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-220 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–221
(a)
The sales and use tax does not apply to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-221(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a sale of an admission by a person whose gross receipts from the sale are subject to the admissions and amusement tax;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-221(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a sale of a communication service, other than a taxable service, rendered by a person whose charge for a communication service is or would be subject to the federal excise tax as described in § 4251 of the Internal Revenue Code in effect on July 1, 1979;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-221(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
a sale of a motor fuel that is subject to the motor fuel tax or the motor carrier tax;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-221(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
except for a rental, a sale of a motor vehicle, other than a house or office trailer, that is subject to the motor vehicle excise tax under § 13-809 or § 13-811 of the Transportation Article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-221(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
a lease of a motor vehicle that is leased for a period of at least 1 year;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-221(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
a rental of a motion picture, motion picture trailer, or advertising poster for display on theater premises by a person whose gross receipts from the activity related to the rental is subject to the admissions and amusement tax; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-221(a)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
except for a rental, a sale of a vessel that is subject to the excise tax under § 8-716 of the Natural Resources Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-221(a)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
If a person who buys tangible personal property, a digital code, a digital product, or a taxable service in a retail sale pays the sales and use tax when the retail sale is made, the person is not required to pay the tax again when the person uses that tangible personal property, digital code, digital product, or taxable service in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-221(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-221(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
To the extent that a buyer pays another state a tax on a sale or gross receipts from a sale of tangible personal property, a digital code, a digital product, or a taxable service that the buyer acquires before the property, digital code, digital product, or service enters this State, the sales and use tax does not apply to use of the property or service in this State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-221(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If the tax paid to another state is less than the sales and use tax, the buyer shall pay the difference between the sales and use tax and the amount paid to the other state in accordance with the formula under § 11–303(b) of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-221(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
A retail sale of a digital product subject to tax under this title does not include a retail sale that is subject to tax in accordance with any other provision of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-221(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-221 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–222
The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of deliverable end item testing equipment that is used to perform a contract for the United States Department of Defense and that, under the terms of the contract, is to be transferred to the federal government, if the contract is awarded as a result of a bid submitted after June 1, 1986.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-222 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–223
The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of:
(1)
a bus to a person who uses the bus only:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-223(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
in the operation of the transportation system of a political subdivision of the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-223(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
for public transportation on regular schedules and between fixed termini, as defined in Title 11 of the Transportation Article; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-223(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a transportation service.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-223(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-223 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–224
The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of water that is delivered to the buyer through pipes or conduits.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-224 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–225
(a)
In this section, “computer program” means a set of statements or instructions to be used directly or indirectly in a computer in order to bring about a certain result.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-225(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of a computer program that is legally permitted to be and is intended to be:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-225(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
reproduced for sale; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-225(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
incorporated in whole or in part into another computer program intended for sale.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-225(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-225 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–226
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-226(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this subsection, “Energy Star product” means an air conditioner, clothes washer or dryer, furnace, heat pump, standard size refrigerator, compact fluorescent light bulb, dehumidifier, boiler, or programmable thermostat that has been designated as meeting or exceeding the applicable Energy Star efficiency requirements developed by the United States Environmental Protection Agency and the United States Department of Energy.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-226(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Beginning in calendar year 2011, the weekend that consists of the Saturday immediately preceding the third Monday in February through the third Monday in February each year shall be a tax–free weekend during which the exemption under paragraph (3) of this subsection shall apply.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-226(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
During the tax–free weekend established under paragraph (2) of this subsection, the sales and use tax does not apply to the sale of any:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-226(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Energy Star product; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-226(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
solar water heater.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-226(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The sales and use tax does not apply to the sale of a multifuel pellet stove designed to burn agricultural field corn.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-226(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-226 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–227
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-227(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-227(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-227(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
“Film production activity” means the production or postproduction of film or video projects including feature films, television projects, commercials, corporate films, infomercials, music videos, or other projects for which the producer or production company will be compensated, and which are intended for nationwide commercial distribution.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-227(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Film production activity” includes the production or postproduction of digital, animation, and multimedia projects.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-227(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
“Film production activity” does not include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-227(a)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
production or postproduction of student films or noncommercial personal videos; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-227(a)(2)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
any activity not necessary to and undertaken directly and exclusively for the making of a master film, tape, or image.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-227(a)(2)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Tangible personal property, a digital code, a digital product, or a taxable service used directly in connection with a film production activity” includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-227(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
camera equipment and supplies;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-227(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
film and tape;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-227(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
lighting and stage equipment and supplies;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-227(a)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
sound equipment and supplies;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-227(a)(3)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
recording equipment and supplies;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-227(a)(3)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
costumes, wardrobes, and materials to construct them;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-227(a)(3)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vii)
props, scenery, and materials to construct them;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-227(a)(3)(vii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(viii)
design supplies and equipment;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-227(a)(3)(viii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ix)
drafting supplies and equipment;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-227(a)(3)(ix) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(x)
special effects supplies and equipment;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-227(a)(3)(x) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(xi)
short–term vehicle rentals; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-227(a)(3)(xi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(xii)
fabrication, printing, or production of scripts, storyboards, costumes, wardrobes, props, scenery, or special effects.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-227(a)(3)(xii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of tangible personal property, a digital code, a digital product, or a taxable service used directly in connection with a film production activity by a film producer or production company certified by the Department of Commerce under Title 6, Subtitle 2 of the Economic Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-227(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-227 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–228
(a)
In this section, “accessory items” includes jewelry, watches, watchbands, handbags, handkerchiefs, umbrellas, scarves, ties, headbands, and belt buckles.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-228(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-228(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Beginning in calendar year 2010, the 7–day period from the second Sunday in August through the following Saturday shall be a tax–free period for back–to–school shopping in Maryland during which the exemption under paragraph (2) of this subsection shall apply.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-228(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
During the tax–free period for back–to–school shopping established under paragraph (1) of this subsection, the sales and use tax does not apply to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-228(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the sale of any item of clothing or footwear, excluding accessory items, if the taxable price of the item of clothing or footwear is $100 or less; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-228(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the first $40 of the taxable price of any backpack or bookbag.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-228(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-228 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–229
The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of electricity, fuel, and other utilities used to operate the machinery or equipment used to produce snow for commercial purposes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-229 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–230
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-230(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-230(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Geothermal equipment” means equipment that uses ground loop technology to heat and cool a structure.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-230(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Residential wind energy equipment” means equipment installed on residential property that uses wind energy to generate electricity to be used in a residential structure on the property.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-230(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-230(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
“Solar energy equipment” means equipment that uses solar energy to heat or cool a structure, generate electricity to be used in a structure or supplied to the electric grid, or provide hot water for use in a structure.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-230(a)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Solar energy equipment” does not include equipment that is part of a nonsolar energy system or that uses any type of recreational facility or equipment as a storage medium.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-230(a)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of geothermal equipment, residential wind energy equipment, or solar energy equipment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-230(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-230 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–231
The sales and use tax does not apply to the sale of a right to occupy a room or lodgings as a transient guest at a dormitory or other lodging facility that:
(1)
is operated solely in support of a corporate or any other headquarters, training, conference, or awards facility or campus;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-231(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
provides lodging solely for employees, contractors, vendors, and other invitees of the corporation that owns the dormitory or lodging facility; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-231(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
does not offer lodging services to the general public.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-231(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-231 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–232
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-232 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–233
The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of a light rail transit vehicle or related equipment if the vehicle will be used to provide transit service on the Purple Line in Montgomery County and Prince George’s County.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-233 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–235
(a)
The sales and use tax does not apply to the cleaning of a commercial or industrial building if the building is owned by a common ownership community or retirement community and used for:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-235(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
classrooms;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-235(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
dining;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-235(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
exercise;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-235(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
food preparation or cooking;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-235(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
meetings or gatherings;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-235(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
offices used by the common ownership community for management of the community;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-235(a)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
recreation;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-235(a)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(8)
security;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-235(a)(8) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(9)
sports;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-235(a)(9) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(10)
storage; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-235(a)(10) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(11)
any other common use.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-235(a)(11) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The exemption under subsection (a) of this section does not apply to the cleaning of a commercial or industrial building or the proportionate share of the building that is used for a purpose that requires the collection of the sales and use tax under this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-235(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-235 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–236
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-236(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-236(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-236(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
“Construction material” means an item of tangible personal property that is used to construct or renovate a building, a structure, or an improvement on land and that typically loses its separate identity as personal property once incorporated into the real property.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-236(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Construction material” includes building materials, building systems equipment, landscaping materials, and supplies.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-236(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Pimlico site” and “training facility site” have the meanings stated in § 10–601 of the Economic Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-236(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of construction material, if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-236(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the construction material is purchased by a person solely for use in furtherance of the provisions of Title 10, Subtitle 6 of the Economic Development Article for the construction or redevelopment at the Pimlico site or training facility site;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-236(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the sale is made before January 1, 2029; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-236(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
the buyer provides the vendor with eligibility of the exemption issued by the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-236(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The Comptroller shall adopt regulations to implement this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-236(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-236 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–237
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-237 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–238
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-238 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–239
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Data center” means a building or group of buildings used to house computer systems, computer storage equipment, and associated infrastructure that businesses or other organizations use to organize, process, store, and disseminate large amounts of data.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Department” means the Department of Commerce.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
“Opportunity zone” means an area that has been designated as a qualified opportunity zone in the State under § 1400Z–1 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
“Qualified data center” means a data center located in the State in which an individual or a corporation, within 3 years after submitting an application for the sales and use tax exemption under this section, has:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(a)(5)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
for a data center located within a Tier I area, invested at least $2,000,000 in qualified data center personal property and created at least five qualified positions; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(a)(5)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
for a data center located in any other area of the State, invested at least $5,000,000 in qualified data center personal property and created at least five qualified positions.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(a)(5)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Qualified data center” includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(a)(5)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
a data center that is a co–located or hosting data center where equipment, space, and bandwidth are available to lease to multiple customers; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(a)(5)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
an enterprise data center owned and operated by the company it supports.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(a)(5)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(a)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
“Qualified data center personal property” means personal property purchased or leased to establish or operate a data center.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(a)(6)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Qualified data center personal property” includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(a)(6)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
computer equipment or enabling software used for the processing, storage, retrieval, or communication of data, including servers, routers, connections, and other enabling hardware used in the operation of that equipment;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(a)(6)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
heating, ventilation, and air–conditioning and mechanical systems, including chillers, cooling towers, air–handling units, pumps, energy storage or energy efficiency technology, and other capital equipment used in the operation of that equipment; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(a)(6)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
equipment necessary for the generation, transformation, transmission, distribution, or management of electricity, including exterior substations, generators, transformers, unit substations, uninterruptible power supply systems, batteries, power distribution units, remote power panels, and any other capital equipment necessary for these purposes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(a)(6)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(a)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
“Qualified position” means a position that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(a)(7)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
is a full–time position of indefinite duration;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(a)(7)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
pays at least 150% of the State minimum wage;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(a)(7)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
is newly created because a data center begins or expands in a single location in the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(a)(7)(i)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
is filled.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(a)(7)(i)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Qualified position” does not include a position:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(a)(7)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
created if an employment function is shifted from an existing data center in the State to another data center of related ownership if the position is not a net new job in the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(a)(7)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
created through a change in ownership of a trade or business;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(a)(7)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
created through a consolidation, merger, or restructuring of a business entity if the position is not a net new job in the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(a)(7)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
created if an employment function is contractually shifted from an existing business entity in the State to another business entity if the position is not a net new job in the State; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(a)(7)(ii)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5.)
filled for a period of less than 12 months.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(a)(7)(ii)(5.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(8)
“Tier I area” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(a)(8) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a Tier I county as defined in § 1–101 of the Economic Development Article; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(a)(8)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
an opportunity zone.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(a)(8)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The sales and use tax does not apply to the sale of qualified data center personal property for use at a qualified data center if the buyer provides the vendor with evidence of eligibility for the exemption issued by the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
To qualify for the sales and use tax exemption under subsection (b) of this section, an individual or a corporation shall file an application for an exemption certificate with the Department.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The application must:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
demonstrate that the applicant intends to meet the requirements of a qualified data center; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
include any information the Department requires to evidence the capacity and intention of the applicant to fulfill the commitments set forth in the applicant’s application.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
If, based on the information and supporting documentation provided in the application, the Department determines the applicant is eligible for the sales and use tax exemption under subsection (b) of this section, the Department shall certify the eligibility of the applicant.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Each year, the Department shall provide the Comptroller with a list of individuals and corporations that the Department determines are eligible for the sales and use tax exemption under subsection (b) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Within 30 days after receiving the list described in paragraph (1) of this subsection, the Comptroller shall issue to each individual and corporation listed a certificate of eligibility for the sales and use tax exemption under subsection (b) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
The certificate of eligibility issued under paragraph (2) of this subsection:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(d)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
must be renewed each year; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(d)(3)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
except as provided in subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, may not be renewed for more than 10 consecutive years.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(d)(3)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
If the individual or corporation invests at least $250,000,000 in qualified data center personal property, the certificate of eligibility may be renewed for up to 20 consecutive years.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(d)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
For at least 3 years after the termination of a certificate issued under subsection (d) of this section, each individual or corporation that receives the certificate shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
maintain a record of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the amount of sales and use tax that was not paid as a result of the certificate;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(e)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the number of qualified positions created; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(e)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
the investment in qualified data center personal property; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(e)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
allow the Department to inspect the records described in item (1) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Department may revoke a certificate of eligibility under subsection (d) of this section if any representation made in connection with the application for the certificate is determined by the Department to have been false when made or if the applicant has failed to fulfill the applicant’s commitments under the application.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The revocation may be in full or in part as the Department may determine.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The individual or corporation shall have an opportunity to appeal any revocation to the Department before notification of the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(f)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
The Comptroller may make an assessment against the individual or corporation to recapture any amount of sales and use tax that the individual or corporation has not paid as a result of an exemption under subsection (b) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239(f)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-239 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–240
(a)
In this section:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-240(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“licensed caterer” means the holder of a food service facility license issued by a county that offers catering services in connection with a specific event; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-240(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“licensed caterer” does not include a food service facility that is primarily engaged in the preparation and service of food to the general public at the facility.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-240(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The sales and use tax does not apply to the sale of materials, equipment, or supplies to a licensed caterer if the materials, equipment, or supplies are:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-240(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
to be used by the caterer to perform a contract for catering services; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-240(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-240(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
intended for resale by the caterer; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-240(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
to be used directly or predominantly by the caterer in performing a catering contract that includes the provision of food and beverages.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-240(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-240 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–241
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-241(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-241(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-241(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
“Construction material” means an item of tangible personal property that is used to construct or renovate a building, a structure, or an improvement on land and that typically loses its separate identity as personal property once incorporated into the real property.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-241(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Construction material” includes building materials, building systems equipment, landscaping materials, and supplies.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-241(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Public school facility” has the meaning stated in § 10–601 of the Economic Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-241(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of construction material if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-241(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the construction material is purchased by a person solely for use in furtherance of the provisions of Title 10, Subtitle 6 of the Economic Development Article for the construction or redevelopment of a public school facility that is managed by the Maryland Stadium Authority;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-241(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the sale is made on or after June 1, 2020; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-241(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
the buyer provides the vendor with evidence of eligibility for the exemption issued by the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-241(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The Comptroller shall adopt regulations to implement this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-241(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-241 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–242
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-242 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–243
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-243(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-243(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-243(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
“Construction material” means an item of tangible personal property that is used to construct or renovate a building, a structure, or an improvement on land and that typically loses its separate identity as personal property once incorporated into the real property.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-243(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Construction material” includes building materials, building systems equipment, landscaping materials, and supplies.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-243(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Hagerstown Multi–Use Sports and Events Facility” has the meaning stated in § 10–601 of the Economic Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-243(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
“Prince George’s County Blue Line Corridor facility” has the meaning stated in § 10–601 of the Economic Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-243(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
“Sports entertainment facility” has the meaning stated in § 10–601 of the Economic Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-243(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of construction material if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-243(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the construction material is purchased by a person solely for use in furtherance of the provisions of Title 10, Subtitle 6 of the Economic Development Article for the construction or redevelopment of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-243(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the Hagerstown Multi–Use Sports and Events Facility that is managed by the Maryland Stadium Authority;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-243(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a sports entertainment facility; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-243(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a Prince George’s County Blue Line Corridor facility;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-243(b)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the sale is made on or after October 1, 2021; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-243(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
the buyer provides the vendor with evidence of eligibility for the exemption issued by the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-243(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The Comptroller shall adopt regulations to implement this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-243(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-243 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–244
The sales and use tax does not apply to a sale of an infant car seat.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-244 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–245
The sales and use tax does not apply to the sale of:
(1)
medical cannabis under Title 36 of the Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis Article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-245(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
cannabis between cannabis businesses that are licensed under Title 36 of the Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis Article; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-245(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
cannabis between a cannabis business licensed under Title 36 of the Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis Article and a cannabis nursery registered under Title 36 of the Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-245(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-245 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–246
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-246(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-246(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Emerging technology development area” means the University of Maryland’s Discovery District located in Prince George’s County.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-246(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Qualified company” means a company that contracts with the University of Maryland’s Applied Research Laboratory for Intelligence and Security to develop systems and technologies to advance the use of quantum computers.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-246(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The sales and use tax imposed on a taxable service described under § 11–101(m)(14) or (15) of this title does not apply to a sale:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-246(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
to a qualified company located in an emerging technology development area made in connection with the work of the company; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-246(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
by a qualified company located in an emerging technology development area.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-246(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-246 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–301
The sales and use tax is computed on:
(1)
the taxable price of each separate sale;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-301(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
if a combined sale is made, the combined taxable price of all retail sales on the same occasion by the same vendor to the same buyer; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-301(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
if retail sales of tangible personal property or a taxable service are made through vending or other self–service machines, 94.5% of the gross receipts from the retail sales.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-301(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-301 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–302
For each retail sale or sale for use other than a sale under § 11–405, § 11–406, or § 11–410 of this title, the sales and use tax shall be:
(1)
stated separately from the sale price; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-302(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
shown separately from the sale price on any record of a sale:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-302(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
at the time of the sale;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-302(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
when the vendor issues evidence of the sale; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-302(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
when the vendor uses evidence of the sale.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-302(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-302 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–303
(a)
A buyer is allowed a depreciation allowance as an adjustment to taxable price if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-303(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
tangible personal property, a digital code, a digital product, or a taxable service is acquired before the tangible personal property, digital code, or digital product is brought into the State for use in the State or before the taxable service is used in the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-303(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the use first occurs in another state or federal jurisdiction.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-303(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The allowance under subsection (a) of this section for each full year that follows the date of purchase is 10% of the taxable price paid to acquire the tangible personal property, digital code, digital product, or taxable service.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-303(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-303 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–401
(a)
A vendor is a trustee for the State and is liable for the collection of the sales and use tax for and on account of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-401(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A vendor has the same rights to collect the sales and use tax from a buyer and the same rights regarding the nonpayment of the sales and use tax by a buyer that the vendor would have if the sales and use tax were a part of the purchase price of the tangible personal property, digital code, digital product, or taxable service at the time of the sale.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-401(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-401 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–402
Subject to § 11–302 of this title, a vendor may:
(1)
assume or absorb all or any part of the sales and use tax imposed on a retail sale or use; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-402(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
pay that sales and use tax on behalf of the buyer.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-402(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-402 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–403
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Affiliated group” has the meaning stated under § 1504 of the Internal Revenue Code and includes related parties described under § 267(b)(10), (11), or (12) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Pass–through entity” has the meaning stated in § 10–102.1 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
“Related pass–through entities” means one or more pass–through entities connected through ownership with a common parent pass–through entity but only if the common parent:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
possesses at least 80% of the total voting power of the pass–through entity; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403(a)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
has a value equal to at least 80% of the total value of the pass–through entity.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403(a)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
“Sales” includes a booking transaction made through a short–term rental platform.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Except as otherwise provided in this subtitle, a vendor shall collect the applicable sales and use tax from the buyer:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
at the time that the sale is made, regardless of when the taxable price is paid;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
if the tax is based on a credit or installment sale, at the time that the Comptroller requires by regulation; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
if a sale for use is not taxable when the sale is made, at the time that the use becomes taxable.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
Except as otherwise provided in this title, unless a buyer is otherwise required by regulation to pay the sales and use tax directly to the Comptroller, the buyer shall pay the sales and use tax to the vendor at the time required under subsection (b) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
A vendor shall refund to a buyer the proportionate amount of sales and use tax that the buyer has paid if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a sale is rescinded or canceled; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403(d)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the property sold is returned to the vendor; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403(d)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the purchase price is wholly or partially repaid or credited.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A buyer may present to the vendor a certificate indicating multiple points of use of a digital code, digital product, or taxable service described under § 11–101(m)(14) or (15) of this title, if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the buyer knows at the time of purchase that the digital code, digital product, or taxable service described under § 11–101(m)(14) or (15) of this title will be:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403(e)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
concurrently available for use by the buyer in more than one taxing jurisdiction; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403(e)(1)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
resold in its original form to a member of an affiliated group or a related pass–through entity of which the buyer is also a member; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403(e)(1)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the buyer delivers to the vendor the certificate indicating multiple points of use at the time of purchase.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403(e)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
On receipt of the fully completed certificate indicating multiple points of use, the vendor is relieved of the obligation to collect, pay, or remit the applicable tax to the Comptroller and, subject to paragraph (4) of this subsection, the buyer is obligated to collect, pay, or remit the applicable tax to the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The buyer delivering the certificate indicating multiple points of use may use any reasonable but consistent and uniform method of apportionment that is supported by the buyer’s records as they exist at the time of the sale and accurately reflects the primary use location in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403(e)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403(e)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
If the apportionment on the certificate indicating multiple points of use is determined based on a subsequent resale to one or more members of an affiliated group or related pass–through entities, the affiliated member or related pass–through entity reselling the digital code, digital product, or taxable service described under § 11–101(m)(14) or (15) of this title to another affiliated member or related pass–through entity shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403(e)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
assume or absorb the sales and use tax due from the affiliated member or members or related pass–through entity or entities on that portion of the sale apportioned to the State and pay the sales and use tax due on behalf of the affiliated member or members or related pass–through entity or entities; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403(e)(4)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
be liable for the sales and use tax due from the affiliated member or members or related pass–through entity or entities if the sales and use tax due is not paid by the affiliated member or members or related pass–through entity or entities.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403(e)(4)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
If the sales and use tax is paid as provided in subparagraph (i) of this paragraph, the affiliated member end user or related pass–through entity end user is relieved of the obligation to pay or remit the applicable tax to the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403(e)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
Notwithstanding any other provision of this subsection, if the taxable price of a subsequent resale of a digital code, digital product, or taxable service described under § 11–101(m)(14) or (15) of this title to an affiliated group member or related pass–through entity is higher than the taxable price on which the sales and use tax was paid, the end user shall be liable for the additional sales and use tax due on the difference in the taxable price.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403(e)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
The certificate indicating multiple points of use shall include all information required by the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403(e)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–403.1
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403.1(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A marketplace facilitator shall collect the applicable sales and use tax due on a retail sale or sale for use by a marketplace seller to a buyer in this State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403.1(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A marketplace seller is not required to collect the applicable sales and use tax under paragraph (1) of this subsection to the extent that the marketplace facilitator collects the applicable sales and use tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403.1(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Except as otherwise provided in this title, unless a buyer is otherwise required by regulation to pay the sales and use tax directly to the Comptroller, the buyer shall pay the sales and use tax to the marketplace facilitator at the time of the taxable sale described under subsection (a) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403.1(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A marketplace facilitator, or other appropriate party, shall refund to a buyer the proportionate amount of sales and use tax that the buyer has paid if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403.1(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403.1(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a sale is rescinded or canceled; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403.1(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the property sold is returned to the marketplace facilitator or marketplace seller; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403.1(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the purchase price is wholly or partially repaid or credited.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403.1(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
A marketplace facilitator shall report the sales and use tax collected under this section separately from the sales and use tax collected by the marketplace facilitator on taxable sales made directly by the marketplace facilitator, or an affiliate of the marketplace facilitator, to buyers in this State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403.1(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403.1(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A class action may not be brought against a marketplace facilitator in a court of this State on behalf of buyers arising from or in any way related to an overpayment of sales or use tax collected on sales facilitated by the marketplace facilitator, regardless of whether that claim is characterized as a tax refund claim.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403.1(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Paragraph (1) of this subsection may not be construed to affect a buyer’s right to seek a refund under subsection (c) of this section or Title 13, Subtitle 9 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403.1(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403.1(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
This subsection does not apply if a marketplace facilitator and a marketplace seller are related entities.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403.1(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A marketplace facilitator is not liable for a failure to collect the correct amount of sales and use tax due under this section if the marketplace facilitator demonstrates to the satisfaction of the Comptroller that the failure was the result of insufficient or incorrect information provided by the marketplace seller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403.1(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
Nothing in this section affects the obligation of a buyer to remit the applicable sales and use tax for any taxable sale for which a marketplace facilitator fails to collect and remit the applicable sales and use tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403.1(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403.1(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A marketplace facilitator and marketplace seller may apply to the Comptroller for a waiver of the collection requirement under this section if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403.1(h)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the marketplace seller is a communications company that is publicly traded or is controlled, directly or indirectly, by a company that is publicly traded;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403.1(h)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the marketplace facilitator and marketplace seller enter into an agreement that the marketplace seller will collect and remit all applicable sales and use taxes imposed under this title; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403.1(h)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
the marketplace seller provides evidence to the marketplace facilitator that the marketplace seller is licensed under § 11–702 of this title to engage in the business of an out–of–state vendor in the State or a retail vendor in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403.1(h)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If the waiver under paragraph (1) of this subsection is authorized:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403.1(h)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the marketplace seller subject to the agreement under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall collect and remit the sales and use tax imposed under this title;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403.1(h)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the marketplace facilitator is not required to collect or remit the sales and use tax imposed under this title; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403.1(h)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
the marketplace facilitator is not liable for the failure of a marketplace seller to collect and remit any sales and use tax imposed under this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403.1(h)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The Comptroller shall adopt regulations that establish:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403.1(h)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the criteria for obtaining a waiver under this subsection; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403.1(h)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the process and procedure to apply for a waiver.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403.1(h)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403.1(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If the Comptroller conducts an audit for compliance with this section, the Comptroller may audit only the marketplace facilitator for sales made by a marketplace seller that are facilitated by the marketplace facilitator.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403.1(i)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Comptroller may not audit the marketplace seller for sales facilitated by the marketplace facilitator for which the marketplace facilitator collected or should have collected the sales and use tax due.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403.1(i)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-403.1 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–404
The collection of the sales and use tax on a sale for use in the State is not affected even if:
(1)
as a result of solicitation by the vendor in a catalog or other written advertisement, the order of the buyer or the contract of sale is delivered, mailed, or otherwise transmitted out of the State to the vendor;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-404(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the order of the buyer or the contract of sale provides for tangible personal property obtained or manufactured out of the State to be shipped directly to the buyer from the point of origin;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-404(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
tangible personal property, intended to be brought into the State for use in the State, is delivered outside the State directly to the buyer;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-404(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
the order of the buyer or the contract of sale is made or closed:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-404(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
by acceptance or approval out of the State; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-404(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
before the tangible personal property enters the State; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-404(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
whether transportation costs are paid by the vendor or the buyer, tangible personal property:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-404(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
is mailed to a buyer in the State from outside the State; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-404(5)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
is delivered outside the State to a carrier freight on board or otherwise and directed to the buyer in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-404(5)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-404 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–405
A vendor who sells tangible personal property, a digital code, a digital product, or a taxable service through a vending or other self–service machine:
(1)
shall pay the sales and use tax to the Comptroller; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-405(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
may not collect the sales and use tax from the buyer as a separately stated item.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-405(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-405 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–406
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-406(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If the nature of a vendor’s business makes the collection of the sales and use tax at the time of a retail sale impracticable, the vendor may submit to the Comptroller an application for authority to prepay the tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-406(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If the Comptroller approves the application, the Comptroller may impose on the applicant any condition that is reasonable under the circumstances.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-406(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
If the Comptroller denies an application or imposes a condition on the applicant, the Comptroller shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-406(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
give the applicant notice of the action; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-406(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
schedule a prompt hearing for review of the action.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-406(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
An applicant may waive the hearing under paragraph (3) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-406(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A vendor who obtains authority to prepay the tax under this section:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-406(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
shall pay the sales and use tax to the Comptroller; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-406(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
may not collect the sales and use tax from the buyer as a separately stated item.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-406(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-406 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–407
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-407(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section, on or after July 1, 1993, the Comptroller may not:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-407(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
grant the authority to make direct payment, to the Comptroller, of sales and use tax due on purchases by a vendor; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-407(a)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
issue permits evidencing such authority.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-407(a)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Notwithstanding the provisions of paragraph (1) of this subsection, the Comptroller may continue to administer direct payment permits issued to vendors before July 1, 1993.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-407(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The Comptroller may:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-407(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
issue the permit subject to reasonable and necessary terms and conditions; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-407(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
revoke the direct payment permit at any time for cause.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-407(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A vendor who receives evidence that the buyer has a direct payment permit is discharged from:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-407(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the duty to collect the sales and use tax; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-407(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the liability for the sales and use tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-407(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-407(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-407(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
The Comptroller may enter into an effective rate agreement with a vendor licensed under Subtitle 7 of this title to allow the vendor to compute its sales and use tax liability for purchases made by the vendor for a specific period using a predetermined agreed-upon effective rate, eliminating the need to determine the liability on a transaction-by-transaction basis.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-407(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
An effective rate agreement:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-407(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
shall specify the types of records to be maintained by the vendor; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-407(c)(1)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
may exclude specified types of purchases or purchases in excess of specified dollar amounts.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-407(c)(1)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
The Comptroller may void an effective rate agreement entered into under this subsection if the vendor’s operations significantly change during the term of the agreement.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-407(c)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-407(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
If the Comptroller enters into an effective rate agreement with a vendor under this subsection, the Comptroller may issue a direct payment permit authorizing the vendor to make direct payment, to the Comptroller, of the sales and use tax due on purchases by that vendor that are subject to the effective rate agreement.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-407(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
A direct payment permit issued under this paragraph remains in effect as long as the effective rate agreement is in effect.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-407(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-407 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–408
(a)
If a buyer is required under Subtitle 2 of this title or by regulation to provide a vendor with evidence of an exemption, the vendor may not recognize the exemption unless the buyer, before the sale is consummated, provides the vendor with:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-408(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
evidence that the buyer has an exemption certificate; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-408(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the evidence that the Comptroller requires by regulation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-408(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-408(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraph (3) of this subsection, the duty of a vendor to collect the sales and use tax from a buyer is waived if the buyer provides the vendor with a signed resale certificate that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-408(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
is in the form that the Comptroller requires by regulation;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-408(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
states the name and address of the buyer;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-408(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-408(b)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
provides the Maryland sales and use tax registration number of the buyer; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-408(b)(1)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
for the sale of an antique or used collectible, provides a sales and use tax registration number of another state and states that the buyer is an out–of–state vendor who does not engage in the business of an out–of–state vendor, as defined in § 11–701 of this title; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-408(b)(1)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
contains a statement to the effect that the tangible personal property, digital code, digital product, or taxable service is bought for the purpose of resale.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-408(b)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-408(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
If a buyer provides a resale certificate with a sales and use tax registration number of another state as provided under paragraph (1)(iii)2 of this subsection, the buyer shall also provide a copy of a sales and use tax registration license issued to the buyer from that state.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-408(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
If a buyer is from a state without a sales and use tax, that buyer shall provide a copy of a trader’s license from that state or a comparable type of identification.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-408(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-408(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
A vendor may not accept a resale certificate if the vendor knows or should know that the sale is not for the purpose of resale.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-408(b)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
A vendor may not accept a resale certificate for a cash, check, or credit card sale if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-408(b)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the taxable price is less than $200; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-408(b)(3)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the tangible personal property, digital code, digital product, or taxable service is not delivered by the vendor directly to the buyer’s retail place of business.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-408(b)(3)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
A vendor shall obtain a resale certificate from a buyer:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-408(b)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
before the sale is consummated; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-408(b)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
if the vendor receives a notice of the Comptroller’s intent to assess sales and use tax for failure to obtain a proper resale certificate, within 60 days after the date on which the notice is mailed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-408(b)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
If the vendor fails to obtain the resale certificate as required, the Comptroller’s assessment under paragraph (4)(ii) of this subsection is final.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-408(b)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
If the taxable price is less than $200 for a cash, check, or credit card sale or sale for use that is not a retail sale and the tangible personal property, digital code, digital product, or taxable service is not delivered by the vendor directly to the buyer’s retail place of business:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-408(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the sales and use tax shall be paid when the sale is made or when the use becomes taxable; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-408(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the buyer who pays the sales and use tax may file a claim for a refund with the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-408(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-408 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–409
Notwithstanding any other provisions of law, before a State agency issues a rebate or similar instrument or authorizes a rebate or similar instrument to be issued by a nongovernmental entity to reduce the cost of a retail sale of household appliances under a program to promote energy efficiency, the State agency or nongovernmental entity shall require the buyer of a household appliance to certify that:
(1)
the household appliance was purchased at a retail sale in the State; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-409(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the buyer paid the applicable State sales and use tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-409(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-409 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–410
A marina that sells dyed diesel fuel, as defined in § 11–104(h) of this title:
(1)
shall pay the sales and use tax to the Comptroller; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-410(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
may not collect the sales and use tax from the buyer as a separately stated item.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-410(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-410 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–411
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-411(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-411(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Business entity” has the meaning stated in § 6–801 of the Economic Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-411(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Department” means the Department of Commerce.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-411(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
“Eligible project” has the meaning stated in § 6–801 of the Economic Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-411(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
“New business entity” has the meaning stated in § 6–801 of the Economic Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-411(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
“Program” means the More Jobs for Marylanders Program established under Title 6, Subtitle 8 of the Economic Development Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-411(a)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
“Qualified business entity” means a new business entity operating an eligible project under Title 6, Subtitle 8 of the Economic Development Article if the business entity received a certificate under § 6–805 of the Economic Development Article before June 1, 2022.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-411(a)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(8)
“Qualified personal property or services” means personal property or services purchased for use at an eligible project by a qualified business entity that is enrolled in the Program.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-411(a)(8) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(9)
“Reserve Fund” means the More Jobs for Marylanders Sales and Use Tax Refund Reserve Fund established under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-411(a)(9) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Except as provided in § 6–805(b) of the Economic Development Article and subject to subsection (c) of this section, a qualified business entity is entitled to a refund for the amount of sales and use tax paid by the qualified business entity during the immediately preceding calendar year for a sale of qualified personal property or services made on or after January 1, 2018, if the qualified personal property or services are purchased by the qualified business entity solely for use at an eligible project while the project is enrolled in the Program.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-411(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A qualified business entity may claim the refund authorized under subsection (b) of this section by:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-411(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
on or after January 1 of the calendar year immediately following the purchase of the qualified personal property or services, filing a claim for refund with the Department; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-411(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
providing the Department any evidence that the Department requires by regulation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-411(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-411(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
There is a More Jobs for Marylanders Sales and Use Tax Refund Reserve Fund that is a special continuing, nonlapsing fund that is not subject to § 7–302 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-411(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The money in the Reserve Fund shall be invested and reinvested by the State Treasurer, and interest and earnings shall be credited to the General Fund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-411(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The Department shall issue a refund in an amount equal to the amount claimed by the qualified business entity under subsection (c) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-411(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-411(d)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Except as otherwise provided in this paragraph, for any fiscal year, the Department may not issue sales and use tax refunds in amounts in the aggregate totaling more than $1,000,000 in a fiscal year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-411(d)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
If the aggregate amount of sales and use tax refunds issued in a fiscal year totals less than the maximum provided under subparagraph (i) of this paragraph, any excess amount shall be transferred to the More Jobs for Marylanders Tax Credit Reserve Fund established under § 10–741 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-411(d)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
For any fiscal year, if funds are transferred from the Reserve Fund under authority of any provision of law, the maximum amounts in the aggregate for which the Department may issue sales and use tax refunds shall be reduced by the amount transferred.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-411(d)(4)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
For fiscal year 2019 and each fiscal year thereafter, the Governor shall include in the annual budget bill an appropriation to the Reserve Fund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-411(d)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
Notwithstanding the provisions of § 7–213 of the State Finance and Procurement Article, the Governor may not reduce an appropriation to the Reserve Fund in the State budget as approved by the General Assembly.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-411(d)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
The Department shall adopt regulations to carry out the provisions of this section and to specify criteria and procedures for the application for, approval of, and monitoring of continuing eligibility for sales and use tax refunds under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-411(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-411 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–501
(a)
A buyer who fails to pay the sales and use tax on a purchase or use subject to the tax to the vendor as required in § 11–403 of this title or to a marketplace facilitator as required in § 11–403.1 of this title or who is required by regulation to file a return for a purchase or use subject to the tax shall complete, under oath, and file with the Comptroller a sales and use tax return:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-501(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
on or before the 20th day of the month that follows the month in which the buyer makes that purchase or use; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-501(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
for other periods and on other dates that the Comptroller specifies, by regulation, including periods in which the buyer does not make any purchase or use subject to the sales and use tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-501(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The return shall state for the period that the return covers:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-501(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the total value of the tangible personal property, digital code, digital product, or taxable service that is subject to the sales and use tax; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-501(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the sales and use tax due.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-501(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-501 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–502
(a)
Except as provided in § 11–403.1(a) of this title and § 11–502.1 of this subtitle, each vendor shall complete, under oath, and file with the Comptroller a sales and use tax return:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
on or before the 20th day of the month that follows the month in which the vendor makes any retail sale or sale for use; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
for other periods and on other dates that the Comptroller specifies by regulation, including periods in which the vendor does not make any retail sale or sale for use.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A return shall state, for the period that the return covers:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
for a vendor making a retail sale in the State:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the gross proceeds of the business of the vendor;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the taxable price of sales on which the sales and use tax is computed; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
the sales and use tax due; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502(b)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
for a vendor making a sale for use:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the total value of the tangible personal property or taxable service the use of which became subject to the sales and use tax; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the sales and use tax due.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
If the Comptroller approves, a vendor engaging in more than 1 business in which the vendor makes retail sales or sales for use may file a consolidated return covering the activities of the businesses.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–502.1
(a)
Each marketplace facilitator shall complete, under oath, and file with the Comptroller a sales and use tax return:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.1(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
on or before the 20th day of the month that follows the month in which a marketplace seller makes any retail sale or sale for use through the marketplace facilitator; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.1(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
for other periods and on other dates that the Comptroller specifies by regulation, including periods in which a marketplace seller does not make any retail sale or sale for use through the marketplace facilitator.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.1(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A return shall state, for the period that the return covers:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.1(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
for a marketplace facilitator facilitating a retail sale or a sale for use:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.1(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the marketplace facilitator’s gross revenues from the sales of marketplace sellers that the marketplace facilitator has facilitated and delivered in the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.1(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the taxable price of sales of those marketplace sellers on which the sales and use tax is computed; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.1(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
the sales and use tax due; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.1(b)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
for a marketplace facilitator facilitating a sale for use:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.1(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the total value of the tangible personal property, digital code, digital product, or taxable service sold by marketplace sellers the use of which became subject to the sales and use tax; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.1(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the sales and use tax due.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.1(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
If the Comptroller approves, a marketplace facilitator engaging in more than one business in which the marketplace facilitator facilitates retail sales or sales for use may file a consolidated return covering the activities of the businesses.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.1(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.1 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–502.2
For periods beginning after December 31, 2026, a person shall file a sales and use tax return electronically.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.2 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–502.3
** TAKES EFFECT JULY 1, 2027 PER CHAPTER 638 OF 2025 **
(a)
In this section, “local hotel rental tax” means the hotel rental tax imposed under:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.3(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Title 20, Subtitle 4 of the Local Government Article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.3(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
§ 20–603(a)(3) of the Local Government Article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.3(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
§ 21–2 of the Baltimore City Code;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.3(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
§ 11–4–402 of the Baltimore County Code;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.3(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
§ 20.400 of the Howard County Code;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.3(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
§ 52–16 of the Montgomery County Code; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.3(a)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
§ 10–218.1 of the Prince George’s County Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.3(a)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The Comptroller shall develop a single tax return for use by an accommodations intermediary that aggregates the local hotel rental taxes that an accommodations intermediary is required to collect and remit.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.3(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
Each accommodations intermediary shall complete, under oath, and file with the Comptroller a hotel rental tax return for local hotel rental taxes and the tax imposed under this title:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.3(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
on or before the 25th day of the month that follows the month in which the accommodations intermediary facilitates a booking transaction or sale for use of an accommodation; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.3(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
for other periods and on other dates that the Comptroller specifies by regulation, including periods in which the accommodations intermediary or accommodations provider does not facilitate any booking transaction or sale for use of an accommodation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.3(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
A return shall require an accommodations intermediary to state, for the period that the return covers:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.3(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the gross proceeds of the business of the accommodations intermediary;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.3(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the taxable price of sales on which the local hotel rental tax was imposed;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.3(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
the local hotel rental tax due; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.3(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
any allowable discounts, deductions, or exemptions.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.3(d)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.3(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If the Comptroller approves, an accommodations intermediary may file a consolidated return if the accommodations intermediary engages in more than one business in which the accommodations intermediary facilitates booking transactions or sales for use of an accommodation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.3(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Comptroller shall require an accommodations intermediary that files a consolidated return under this subsection to provide hotel rental tax data the Comptroller deems necessary to ensure the tax is credited and distributed to the appropriate jurisdiction.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.3(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-502.3 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–503
If the Comptroller finds that good cause exists and subject to § 13-601 of this article, the Comptroller may extend the time to file a sales and use tax return for the period that the Comptroller considers reasonable.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-503 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–504
(a)
A vendor shall keep:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-504(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
complete and accurate records of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-504(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
all retail sales and sales for use; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-504(a)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the sales and use tax collected; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-504(a)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
other records in the form that the Comptroller requires by regulation, including bills of lading and invoices.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-504(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A vendor shall make the records under subsection (a) of this section available for inspection and examination by the Comptroller at any time during business hours.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-504(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A vendor shall keep the records required under subsection (a) of this section for 4 years, unless the Comptroller:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-504(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
consents in writing to an earlier destruction of the records; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-504(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
requires in writing that the records be kept longer.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-504(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-504 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–505
(a)
A transferee or auctioneer in a bulk transfer, as defined in § 6-102 of the Commercial Law Article, shall mail to the Comptroller the notice to creditors, as required in §§ 6-107 and 6-108 of the Commercial Law Article, whether or not:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-505(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the transferor lists the Comptroller as a creditor; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-505(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the transferee or auctioneer knows that the transferor owes any sales and use tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-505(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
If the Comptroller finds that the transferor owes sales and use tax, the Comptroller shall file a claim for sales and use tax due from the transferor at the address required in the notice to creditors.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-505(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
If the Comptroller files a claim under subsection (b) of this section, the transferee or auctioneer shall withhold the amount stated in the claim from distribution to the transferor.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-505(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-505 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–601
(a)
A buyer who fails to pay the sales and use tax to the vendor for any purchase or use subject to the tax as required in § 11–403 of this title or who is required by regulation to file a return for a purchase or use subject to the tax shall pay the sales and use tax on that purchase or use with the return that covers the period in which the buyer makes that purchase or use.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A vendor who makes a sale subject to the sales and use tax shall pay the sales and use tax that the vendor collects for that sale or that the vendor assumes or absorbs for that sale with the return that covers the period in which the vendor makes that sale.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A vendor who, under a direct payment permit, makes a purchase or use subject to the sales and use tax shall pay the sales and use tax for that purchase or use with the return that covers the period in which the vendor makes that purchase or use.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
A vendor who makes a sale subject to the sales and use tax under a prepayment authorization or through a vending machine shall pay the sales and use tax on that sale with the return that covers the period in which the vendor makes that sale.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
Personal liability for the sales and use tax and for the interest and penalties of the tax extends to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a buyer for tax that the buyer does not pay to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the vendor as required in § 11–403 of this title; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the Comptroller as required by regulation; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a vendor for tax that the vendor does not:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
collect from the buyer as required in § 11–403 of this title; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
pay to the Comptroller as required in subsection (b) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
If a buyer or vendor liable for the sales and use tax and for the interest and penalties of the tax under subsection (c) of this section is a corporation or limited liability company or limited liability partnership (including a limited partnership registered as a limited liability limited partnership), personal liability for the sales and use tax and for the interest and penalties of the tax extends to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
in the case of a corporation:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the president, vice president, or treasurer of the corporation; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(d)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
any officer of the corporation who directly or indirectly owns more than 20% of the stock of the corporation; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(d)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
in the case of a limited liability company:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
if the limited liability company does not have an operating agreement, all members; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(d)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
if the limited liability company has an operating agreement, those individuals who manage the business and affairs of the limited liability company; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(d)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
in the case of a limited liability partnership:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
if the limited liability partnership does not have a written partnership agreement, all general partners; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(d)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
if the limited liability partnership has a written partnership agreement, those individuals who manage the business and affairs of the limited liability partnership.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(d)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
A member of a limited liability company does not manage the business and affairs of the limited liability company under subsection (d) of this section solely by doing one or more of the following:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
consulting with or advising the individuals who manage the business and affairs of the limited liability company;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
directing the management of the limited liability company in the same manner as a director of a corporation directs the management of a corporation; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
voting on any matter required to be voted on by the members of the limited liability company, including, but not limited to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(e)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the approval or disapproval of amendments to the operating agreement;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(e)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the termination and winding up of the limited liability company;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(e)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
the sale, exchange, lease, mortgage, pledge, or other transfer of a material portion of the assets of the limited liability company;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(e)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
the incurrence of indebtedness by the limited liability company other than in the ordinary course of its business;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(e)(3)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
a change in the nature of the business of the limited liability company;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(e)(3)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
the expulsion or admission of a member;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(e)(3)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vii)
the appointment or discharge of a manager;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(e)(3)(vii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(viii)
the merger of the limited liability company with or into any other entity; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(e)(3)(viii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ix)
any matter related to the business of the limited liability company not otherwise enumerated in this section that the operating agreement states may be subject to the approval or disapproval of the members.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(e)(3)(ix) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
The possession or exercise of powers other than those contained in subsection (e) of this section by a member does not necessarily constitute management by the member of the business or affairs of the limited liability company.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
The same rules and exceptions applicable to a member of a limited liability company set forth in subsections (e) and (f) of this section shall be applicable to individuals and members of limited liability partnerships.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-601 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–701
(a)
In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-701(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-701(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Engage in the business of an out–of–state vendor” means to sell or deliver tangible personal property or a taxable service for use in the State or a digital product or digital code to a customer tax address in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-701(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Engage in the business of an out–of–state vendor” includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-701(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
permanently or temporarily maintaining, occupying, or using any office, sales or sample room, or distribution, storage, warehouse, or other place for the sale of tangible personal property, a digital code, a digital product, or a taxable service directly or indirectly through an agent or subsidiary;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-701(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
having an agent, canvasser, representative, salesman, or solicitor operating in the State for the purpose of delivering, selling, or taking orders for tangible personal property, a digital code, a digital product, or a taxable service; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-701(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
entering the State on a regular basis to provide service or repair for tangible personal property or a digital product.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-701(b)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-701(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Engage in the business of a retail vendor” means to sell or deliver tangible personal property, a digital code, a digital product, or a taxable service in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-701(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Engage in the business of a retail vendor” includes liquidating a business that sells tangible personal property, a digital code, a digital product, or a taxable service, when the liquidator holds out to the public that the business is conducted by the liquidator.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-701(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-701(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“License” means a license issued by the Comptroller:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-701(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
to engage in the business of an out–of–state vendor;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-701(d)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
to engage in the business of a retail vendor; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-701(d)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
to engage in the business of a marketplace facilitator.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-701(d)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“License” includes a special license issued under § 11–707 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-701(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-701 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–702
A person shall be licensed by the Comptroller before the person may:
(1)
engage in the business of an out–of–state vendor in the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-702(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
engage in the business of a retail vendor in the State; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-702(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
engage in the business of a marketplace facilitator.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-702(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-702 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–703
An applicant for a license to engage in the business of an out–of–state vendor, to engage in the business of a retail vendor, or to engage in the business of a marketplace facilitator shall submit an application to the Comptroller:
(1)
for each place of business in the State where the applicant sells tangible personal property, a digital code, a digital product, or a taxable service;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-703(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
if the applicant has no fixed place of business and sells from 1 or more vehicles, for each vehicle; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-703(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
if the applicant has no fixed place of business and does not sell from a vehicle, for the place designated as the address to which notices are to be mailed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-703(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-703 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–704
The Comptroller shall issue to each applicant who meets the requirements of this subtitle a license for each place of business designated in the application.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-704 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–705
While it is effective, and except as provided under § 11–707(b) of this subtitle, a license authorizes the licensee:
(1)
to engage in the business of an out–of–state vendor;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-705(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
to engage in the business of a retail vendor; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-705(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
to engage in the business of a marketplace facilitator.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-705(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-705 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–706
(a)
Except as otherwise provided in this section, a license is effective until it is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-706(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
surrendered by the licensee; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-706(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
revoked for cause by the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-706(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-706(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If a partnership that is licensed to engage in the business of a retail vendor is dissolved by the death of a partner, the surviving partner or partners may operate under the license for not more than 60 days after the date of dissolution.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-706(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If a person who is licensed to engage in the business of a retail vendor dies, the heirs or legal representative of the licensee may operate under the license for the period of time necessary for the administration of the licensee’s estate.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-706(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
If a person who is licensed to engage in the business of a retail vendor declares bankruptcy, the receiver or trustee in bankruptcy may operate under the license for the period of time necessary for the administration of the licensee’s assets.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-706(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
If 2 or more persons who constitute a single vendor licensed to engage in the business of a retail vendor operate at 1 place of business under 1 license, the retirement of 1 or more persons from the business or the addition of 1 or more persons to the business will not affect the license or require a new license for the place of business.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-706(b)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-706 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–707
(a)
The Comptroller may issue a special license to an applicant who:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-707(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
is not required to be licensed as an out–of–state vendor or a retail vendor;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-707(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
operates out of the State and sells tangible personal property, a digital code, a digital product, or a taxable service for use in the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-707(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
submits to the Comptroller an application on the form that the Comptroller requires.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-707(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
While it is effective, a special license authorizes the licensee to collect the sales and use tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-707(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-707 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–708
Each licensee shall display the license in each place of business of the licensee in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-708 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–709
Except as otherwise provided in this subtitle, a license may not be transferred.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-709 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–710
Subject to the hearing provisions of § 11-711 of this subtitle, the Comptroller may deny a license to any applicant, reprimand any licensee, or suspend or revoke a license:
(1)
if the applicant or licensee:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-710(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
fraudulently or deceptively obtains or attempts to obtain a license for the applicant or licensee or for another; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-710(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
fraudulently or deceptively uses a license; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-710(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
for cause.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-710(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-710 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–711
(a)
Except as otherwise provided in § 10-226 of the State Government Article, before the Comptroller takes an action under § 11-710 of this subtitle, the Comptroller shall give the person against whom the action is contemplated an opportunity for a hearing before the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-711(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The Comptroller shall give notice and hold the hearing in accordance with Title 10, Subtitle 2 of the State Government Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-711(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The Comptroller may administer oaths in connection with any proceeding under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-711(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-711 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 11–712
A person may not engage in the business of a retail vendor, engage in the business of an out–of–state vendor, or engage in the business of a marketplace facilitator without a license issued by the Comptroller under this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 11-712 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 12–101
(a)
In this title the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-101(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
“Cigarette” means any size or shaped roll for smoking that is made of tobacco or tobacco mixed with another ingredient and wrapped in paper or in any other material except tobacco.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-101(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
“Manufacturer” means a person who acts as a manufacturer as defined in § 16–201 of the Business Regulation Article or as an other tobacco products manufacturer as defined in § 16.5–101 of the Business Regulation Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-101(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
“Other tobacco product” has the meaning stated for “other tobacco products” in § 16.5–101 of the Business Regulation Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-101(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
“Other tobacco products retailer” means a person authorized under § 16.5–205(b) of the Business Regulation Article to purchase other tobacco products on which the tobacco tax has not been paid.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-101(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
“Out–of–state seller” means a person:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-101(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
located outside the State that sells, holds for sale, ships, or delivers premium cigars or pipe tobacco to consumers in the State if, during the previous calendar year or the current calendar year:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-101(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the person’s gross revenue from the sale of premium cigars or pipe tobacco in the State exceeds $100,000; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-101(f)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the person sold premium cigars or pipe tobacco into the State in 200 or more separate transactions; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-101(f)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
who is required to hold a remote tobacco seller license under Title 16.9 of the Business Regulation Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-101(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
“Pipe tobacco” has the meaning stated in § 16.5–101 of the Business Regulation Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-101(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
“Premium cigars” has the meaning stated in § 16.5–101 of the Business Regulation Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-101(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
“Sell” means to exchange or transfer, or to make an agreement to exchange or transfer, title or possession of property, in any manner or by any means, for consideration.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-101(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(j)
“Tax stamp” means a device in the design and denomination that the Comptroller authorizes by regulation for the purpose of being affixed to a package of cigarettes as evidence that the tobacco tax is paid.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-101(j) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(k)
“Tobacconist” means a person authorized under § 16.5–205(e) of the Business Regulation Article to purchase other tobacco products on which the tobacco tax has not been paid.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-101(k) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(l)
“Unstamped cigarettes” means a package of cigarettes to which tax stamps are not affixed in the amount and manner required in § 12–304 of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-101(l) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(m)
“Wholesale price” means the price for which a wholesaler buys other tobacco products, exclusive of any discount, trade allowance, rebate, or other reduction.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-101(m) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(n)
“Wholesaler” means, unless the context requires otherwise, a person who acts as a wholesaler as defined in § 16–201 of the Business Regulation Article or as an other tobacco products wholesaler as defined in § 16.5–101 of the Business Regulation Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-101(n) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-101 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 12–102
(a)
Except as provided in § 12–104 of this subtitle, a tax is imposed on cigarettes and other tobacco products in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-102(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-102(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, a county, municipal corporation, special taxing district, or other political subdivision of the State may not impose a tax on cigarettes, other tobacco products, or electronic smoking devices as defined under § 16.7–101 of the Business Regulation Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-102(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If a county imposed a tax on electronic smoking devices on January 1, 2020, the county may continue to impose a tax on electronic smoking devices at the same rate that was in effect on January 1, 2020.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-102(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-102 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 12–103
(a)
A rebuttable presumption exists that any cigarette or other tobacco product in the State is subject to the tobacco tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-103(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Cigarettes or other tobacco products are contraband tobacco products if they:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-103(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
are possessed or sold in the State in a manner that is not authorized under this title or under Title 16, Title 16.5, or Title 16.9 of the Business Regulation Article; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-103(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
are transported by vehicle in the State by a person who does not have, in the vehicle, the records required by § 16–219 or § 16.5–215 of the Business Regulation Article for the transportation of cigarettes or other tobacco products.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-103(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A person who possesses cigarettes or other tobacco products has the burden of proving that the cigarettes or other tobacco products are not subject to the tobacco tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-103(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-103 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 12–104
(a)
“Consumer” means a person who possesses cigarettes or other tobacco products for a purpose other than selling or transporting the cigarettes or other tobacco products.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-104(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The tobacco tax does not apply to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-104(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
cigarettes that a licensed wholesaler under Title 16 of the Business Regulation Article is holding for sale outside the State or to a United States armed forces exchange or commissary;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-104(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
other tobacco products that an other tobacco products wholesaler licensed under Title 16.5 of the Business Regulation Article is holding for sale outside the State or to a United States armed forces exchange or commissary; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-104(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
cigarettes or other tobacco products that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-104(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a consumer brings into the State:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-104(b)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
if the quantity brought from another state does not exceed other tobacco products having a retail value of $100 or 5 cartons of cigarettes; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-104(b)(3)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
if the quantity brought from a United States armed forces installation or reservation does not exceed other tobacco products having a retail value of $100 or 5 cartons of cigarettes;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-104(b)(3)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a person is transporting by vehicle in the State if the person has, in the vehicle, the records required by § 16–219 or § 16.5–215 of the Business Regulation Article for the transportation of cigarettes or other tobacco products; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-104(b)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
are held in storage in a licensed storage warehouse on behalf of a licensed cigarette manufacturer or an other tobacco products manufacturer.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-104(b)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-104 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 12–105
(a)
The tobacco tax rate for cigarettes is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-105(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
$5.00 for each package of 20 cigarettes; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-105(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
25 cents for each cigarette in a package of more than 20 cigarettes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-105(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-105(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, the tobacco tax rate for other tobacco products is 60% of the wholesale price of the tobacco products.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-105(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-105(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
In this paragraph, “pipe tobacco” and “premium cigars” have the meanings stated in § 16.5–101 of the Business Regulation Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-105(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-105(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
Except as provided in subsubparagraph 2 of this subparagraph, the tobacco tax rate for cigars is 70% of the wholesale price of the cigars.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-105(b)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
The tobacco tax rate for premium cigars is 15% of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-105(b)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
the wholesale price of the premium cigars; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-105(b)(2)(ii)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
for premium cigars sold by an out–of–state seller, the price determined under subsection (c) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-105(b)(2)(ii)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
The tobacco tax rate for pipe tobacco is 30% of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-105(b)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the wholesale price of the pipe tobacco; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-105(b)(2)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
for pipe tobacco sold by an out–of–state seller, the price determined under subsection (c) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-105(b)(2)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-105(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
For premium cigars and pipe tobacco sold by an out–of–state seller, the tobacco tax rate applies to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-105(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the actual price paid by an out–of–state seller for a stock keeping unit; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-105(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
if the actual price paid by an out–of–state seller for a stock keeping unit is not available, the average of the actual price paid by an out–of–state seller for a stock keeping unit over the 12 calendar months before January 1 of the year in which the sale occurs.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-105(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Comptroller shall adopt regulations to implement this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-105(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-105 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 12–201
(a)
A manufacturer shall complete and file with the Comptroller a tobacco tax return:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-201(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
on or before the 15th day of the month that follows the month in which the manufacturer distributes in the State free sample cigarettes of the manufacturer; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-201(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
if the Comptroller so specifies, by regulation, on other dates for each month in which the manufacturer does not distribute any sample cigarettes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-201(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A licensed other tobacco products manufacturer shall file the information return that the Comptroller requires.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-201(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A licensed storage warehouse operator and a licensed other tobacco products storage warehouse operator shall file the information return that the Comptroller requires.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-201(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
An out–of–state seller shall file the information return that the Comptroller requires.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-201(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-201 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 12–202
(a)
A wholesaler shall complete and file with the Comptroller a tobacco tax return:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-202(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
for cigarettes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-202(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
on or before the 21st day of the month that follows the month in which the wholesaler has the first possession, in the State, of unstamped cigarettes for which tax stamps are required; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-202(a)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
if the Comptroller so specifies, by regulation, on other dates for each month in which the wholesaler does not have the first possession of any unstamped cigarettes in the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-202(a)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
for other tobacco products, on or before the 21st day of the month that follows the month in which the wholesaler has possession of other tobacco products on which the tobacco tax has not been paid.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-202(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Each return shall state the quantity of cigarettes or the wholesale price of other tobacco products sold during the period that the return covers.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-202(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-202 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 12–202.1
For periods beginning after December 31, 2026, a person shall file a tobacco tax return electronically.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-202.1 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 12–203
(a)
Each wholesaler shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-203(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
keep an invoice for each purchase of tax stamps;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-203(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
maintain a daily record of the tax stamps affixed to cigarette packages; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-203(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
maintain a complete and accurate record of each sale of cigarettes or other tobacco products for resale outside of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-203(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A wholesaler shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-203(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
keep the records required under subsection (a) of this section for a period of 6 years or for a shorter period that the Comptroller authorizes; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-203(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
allow the Comptroller or the Executive Director to examine the records.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-203(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-203 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 12–204
(a)
The Comptroller shall adopt regulations that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-204(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
require an out–of–state seller to maintain records of the cost of premium cigars and pipe tobacco acquired for sale into the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-204(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
specify the period for which an out–of–state seller must maintain the records required under item (1) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-204(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
An out–of–state seller shall allow the Comptroller or the Executive Director to examine the records maintained in accordance with subsection (a) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-204(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-204 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 12–301
In this subtitle, “licensed wholesaler” means a wholesaler who is licensed under Title 16, Subtitle 2 of the Business Regulation Article to act as a wholesaler or under Title 16.5, Subtitle 2 of the Business Regulation Article to act as an other tobacco products wholesaler.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-301 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 12–302
(a)
A manufacturer of sample cigarettes shall pay the tobacco tax on those cigarettes distributed in the State without charge, in the manner that the Comptroller requires by regulation, with the return that covers the period in which the manufacturer distributed those cigarettes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-302(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The wholesaler who first possesses in the State unstamped cigarettes for which tax stamps are required shall pay the tobacco tax on those cigarettes by buying and affixing tax stamps.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-302(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The tobacco tax on other tobacco products shall be paid by the wholesaler who sells the other tobacco products to a retailer in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-302(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-302(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A licensed other tobacco products retailer or a licensed tobacconist shall pay the tobacco tax on other tobacco products on which the tobacco tax has not been paid by filing a quarterly tax return, with any supporting schedules, on forms provided by the Comptroller on the following dates covering tax liabilities in the preceding quarter:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-302(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
January 21;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-302(d)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
April 21;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-302(d)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
July 21; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-302(d)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
October 21.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-302(d)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A licensed other tobacco products retailer or a licensed tobacconist required to file a tax return under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall pay a tobacco tax at the rate provided in § 12–105(b) of this title based on the invoice amount charged by the licensed other tobacco products manufacturer, exclusive of any discount, trade allowance, rebate, or other reduction.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-302(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-302(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
An out–of–state seller shall pay the tobacco tax on pipe tobacco or premium cigars on which the tobacco tax has not been paid.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-302(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
An out–of–state seller shall pay the tobacco tax on pipe tobacco and premium cigars by filing a tax return, with any supporting schedules, on forms provided by the Comptroller:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-302(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
on or before the 21st day of the month after a sale of premium cigars or pipe tobacco is made; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-302(e)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
on dates specified by the Comptroller by regulation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-302(e)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
For the period that the return covers, the return shall state:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-302(e)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the stock keeping unit number for any premium cigars and pipe tobacco sold; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-302(e)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
for each stock keeping unit:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-302(e)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the quantity of premium cigars and pipe tobacco sold during the return period; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-302(e)(3)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the price of the premium cigars and pipe tobacco sold, as determined under § 12–105(c) of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-302(e)(3)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-302 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 12–303
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-303(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A licensed wholesaler may buy tax stamps, in the manner and at the time that the Comptroller requires by regulation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-303(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Tax stamps may not be bought from a person other than the Comptroller unless the buyer:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-303(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
has written permission from the Comptroller to do so; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-303(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
is acting in accordance with the regulations of the Comptroller for stamping floor stock.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-303(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The Comptroller shall allow a licensed wholesaler a discount of 0.82% of the purchase price of tax stamps.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-303(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-303 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 12–304
(a)
A manufacturer that pays the tobacco tax shall indicate prominently on each package of cigarettes that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-304(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the package contains sample cigarettes that are not for sale; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-304(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
all applicable tobacco taxes on those cigarettes have been paid.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-304(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-304(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section, within 72 hours after receiving cigarettes in the State and before selling or attempting to sell the cigarettes, a licensed wholesaler who first possesses the cigarettes shall affix, to the smallest cigarette package, tax stamps:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-304(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
in a total amount that at least equals the tobacco tax due on the number of cigarettes in the package; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-304(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
in the manner that the Comptroller requires, including placing the tax stamps on the cigarette package so that the stamps are visible to a buyer.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-304(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If a tax stamp has been affixed to a package of cigarettes, a person may not affix the same tax stamp to another package of cigarettes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-304(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A licensed wholesaler is not required to affix tax stamps to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-304(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
sample cigarettes if the cigarette package is marked in accordance with subsection (a) of this section; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-304(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
cigarettes that are segregated or marked to indicate that the cigarettes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-304(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
were received within the immediately preceding 72 hours; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-304(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
are being held for a sale or use that is exempt under this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-304(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-304(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as provided in subsection (c)(2) of this section, a rebuttable presumption exists that any unstamped cigarettes in the possession of a licensed wholesaler are possessed in violation of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-304(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The licensed wholesaler who possesses unstamped cigarettes has the burden of proving that the cigarettes are not possessed in violation of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-304(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-304 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 12–305
(a)
Unless otherwise authorized under this title, a person may not possess, sell, or attempt to sell unstamped cigarettes in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-305(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A person may not make, cause to be made, or procure an altered or counterfeited tax stamp.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-305(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A person may not knowingly or willfully use, transfer, or possess an altered or counterfeited tax stamp.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-305(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 12-305 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1A-01
In this subtitle, “private letter ruling” means a written determination issued by the Comptroller on the application of tax laws and regulations under this article to a specific set of facts that is intended to apply only to that specific set of facts.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-01 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1A-02
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-02(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section, the Comptroller shall issue a private letter ruling on the written request of a person as soon as practicable after the date on which the Comptroller received the written request.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-02(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-02(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
A person requesting a private letter ruling shall include in the written request a statement as to whether the person is the subject of an ongoing taxation matter, including an audit, a claim for refund, a tax protest, or an appeal to the Tax Court or any other court with jurisdiction over the matter.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-02(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
If the person is the subject of an ongoing taxation matter, the statement required under this paragraph shall include any relevant case numbers or other identifying information.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-02(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-02(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Comptroller, as appropriate, may request additional information from the person requesting the private letter ruling.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-02(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The person shall submit the information to the Comptroller within 30 days after the date on which the person receives the Comptroller’s request under this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-02(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-02(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Comptroller may deny a request for a private letter ruling for good cause, including:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-02(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the issue is the subject of existing guidance to taxpayers published by the Comptroller;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-02(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the person did not timely submit the additional information requested by the Comptroller in accordance with subsection (b) of this section;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-02(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
the issue identified in the request:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-02(c)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
is under extensive study or review; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-02(c)(1)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
is currently being considered in a rulemaking procedure, contested case, or any other agency or judicial proceeding that may resolve the issue;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-02(c)(1)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
the request involves a hypothetical situation or alternative plans;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-02(c)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
the transaction for which the private letter ruling is requested is designed to avoid taxation;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-02(c)(1)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
the facts or issues identified in the request are unclear, overbroad, insufficient, or otherwise inappropriate as a basis on which to issue a private letter ruling;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-02(c)(1)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vii)
the request is to determine whether a statute is constitutional under the Maryland Constitution or the United States Constitution;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-02(c)(1)(vii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(viii)
the issue is clearly and adequately addressed by statute, regulation, or court decision; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-02(c)(1)(viii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ix)
the issue involves the tax consequence of any proposed but not yet enacted federal, state, or local legislation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-02(c)(1)(ix) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If the Comptroller denies a request for a private letter ruling under this section, the Comptroller shall notify the person in writing:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-02(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
of the reasons for the denial and why those reasons constitute good cause; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-02(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
within 60 days after the date on which the request was submitted to the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-02(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
A person may withdraw, in writing, the request for a private letter ruling at any time before the issuance of the private letter ruling under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-02(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-02 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1A-03
(a)
A private letter ruling issued under this subtitle may be relied on solely and prospectively by the person for whom the private letter ruling is requested unless there is an intervening statutory or regulatory change or the private letter ruling is revoked by the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-03(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A private letter ruling is binding on the Comptroller for a period of 7 years unless:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-03(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
there has been a misstatement or omission of material facts in the request;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-03(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the actual facts are determined to be materially different from the facts on which the private letter ruling was based;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-03(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
there has been a change in law or a final decision in a contested case that the Comptroller determines affects the validity of the private letter ruling; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-03(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
the Comptroller has modified or revoked the private letter ruling.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-03(b)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
An unfavorable private letter ruling does not bind the person for whom the private letter ruling was requested.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-03(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
The modification or revocation of a private letter ruling by the Comptroller may not be applied retroactively to taxable periods or taxable years before the effective date of the modification or revocation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-03(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-03 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1A-04
(a)
Subject to subsection (b) of this section, the Comptroller shall publish periodically on the Comptroller’s website copies of private letter rulings that the Comptroller determines to be of interest to the general public.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-04(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The Comptroller shall redact personally identifiable information in a published private letter ruling in order to ensure the confidentiality of any person that is the subject of the private letter ruling.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-04(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-04 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1A-05
The Comptroller shall adopt regulations necessary to carry out the provisions of this subtitle, including regulations that establish:
(1)
the procedure, form, and time periods for submitting a request for a private letter ruling;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-05(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the terms and conditions under which a private letter ruling may be revoked or modified;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-05(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
the limitations on the applicability of a private letter ruling to specific persons, transactions, factual circumstances, and time periods;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-05(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
the circumstances under which a request for a private letter ruling may be denied by the Comptroller for good cause; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-05(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
guidelines for the publication of private letter rulings.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-05(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1A-05 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–101
(a)
In this title the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-101(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-101(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Demand response trip” means the carriage of a passenger who is unable to use regular schedule, fixed termini services.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-101(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Demand response trip” includes a trip that is required under the federal Americans with Disabilities Act.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-101(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
“Governmental entity” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-101(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a governmental unit; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-101(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
an instrumentality of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-101(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
one or more states;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-101(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
one or more political subdivisions of a state; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-101(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
one or more states and political subdivisions of states.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-101(c)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
“Governmental unit” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-101(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
this State or a political subdivision, unit, or instrumentality of this State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-101(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
another state or a political subdivision, unit, or instrumentality of that state; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-101(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
a unit or instrumentality of a political subdivision of this State or of another state.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-101(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-101(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Tax collector” means the person or governmental unit responsible for collecting a tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-101(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Tax collector” includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-101(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the Comptroller;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-101(e)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the Department, with respect to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-101(e)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the financial institution franchise tax; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-101(e)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the public service company franchise tax; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-101(e)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
the registers of wills, with respect to the inheritance tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-101(e)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
“Tax compliance activity” means any activity that supports the Comptroller in administering the laws described in § 2–102 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-101(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
“Tax compliance organization” means an organization:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-101(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a purpose of which is to assist state tax officials in ensuring compliance with and enforcing state and federal tax laws;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-101(g)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the membership of which consists solely of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-101(g)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
states; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-101(g)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
state tax collectors, comptrollers, or directors of revenue and their employees; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-101(g)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
of which the State is a member or participant.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-101(g)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-101 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–102
(a)
Unpaid tax and interest and penalties on the tax are, from the due date, the personal debt of the person required to pay the tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-102(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Subsection (a) of this section does not add to or otherwise change the personal liability of an officer of a corporation under any other provision of law.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-102(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-102 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–103
(a)
A tax collector shall apply a payment under this title first to any penalty and accrued interest and then to the unpaid tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-103(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
This section does not affect the authority of a tax collector to compromise claims or to abate or waive penalties or interest.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-103(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-103 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–104
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-104(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Subject to the approval of the Treasurer and subject to the limitation under paragraph (2) of this subsection, the Comptroller or the Department may provide by regulation for the payment of any unpaid tax liability in connection with a tax return, report, or other document required to be filed with the Comptroller or the Department in funds that are immediately available to the State on the date the payment is due.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-104(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Except as provided in paragraph (3) of this subsection, the Comptroller or the Department may not require payment in funds that are immediately available to the State if the unpaid tax liability in connection with a tax return, report, or other document is less than $10,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-104(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-104(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
The Comptroller may require a person who is an agent of the payor or employer as defined in § 10-905 of this article to make payments in immediately available funds on the date the payment is due by the employer or payor if the total amount of the payments to be made by the agent for any pay period exceeds $10,000 in the aggregate.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-104(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
Any amounts for which an agent has not received timely payment from an employer or payor:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-104(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
shall be excluded for purposes of determining whether the total amount of payments to be made by an agent for a pay period exceeds $10,000 in the aggregate; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-104(a)(3)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
may not be required to be paid in immediately available funds under this paragraph.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-104(a)(3)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
This paragraph does not impose or affect liability for the payment of any tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-104(a)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Any regulations adopted by the Comptroller or the Department under this section shall establish a suitable means for payment in immediately available funds so as to insure the availability of those funds to the State on the date of payment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-104(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-104(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Subject to paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection, if a person fails to pay a tax imposed under this article on or before the date the tax is due in immediately available funds as required by the regulations of the Comptroller or the Department, the Comptroller or the Department shall assess interest and a penalty on the unpaid tax from the date the tax is due to the date on which the funds from the tax payment become available to the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-104(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Comptroller or the Department may waive interest and penalties on late payments if the person required to pay the tax proves that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-104(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the person made a good faith effort to comply with the requirements of this section; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-104(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the person exercised due diligence to initiate payment correctly and on a timely basis.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-104(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-104(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Any interest or penalty assessed under this section due to an agent’s failure to make payment in immediately available funds as required under subsection (a)(3) of this section:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-104(c)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
shall be assessed against and paid by the agent; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-104(c)(3)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
is not the responsibility of the payor or employer.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-104(c)(3)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
This paragraph does not prevent assessment of interest and penalty against a payor or employer that is required to make payment in immediately available funds without regard to subsection (a)(3) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-104(c)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
This section does not affect any requirement otherwise established by law for the filing of any return, report, or other document.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-104(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-104 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–105
Subject to the approval of the Treasurer, the Comptroller by regulation may provide for payment in funds that are immediately available to the State of any delinquent unpaid tax liability for:
(1)
income tax withheld by an employer;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-105(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
income tax from a corporation; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-105(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
sales and use tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-105(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-105 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–201
In this subtitle, “tax information” means:
(1)
any tax return, information return, declaration of estimated tax, extension of time to file a return, or claim for refund under this article that is filed with the tax collector by, on behalf of, or with respect to any person and any amendment or supplement thereto, including supporting schedules, attachments, or lists that are supplemental to or a part of the return;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-201(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the amount of income or any other particulars disclosed in a tax return required under this article, if the return contains return information, as defined in § 6103 of the Internal Revenue Code;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-201(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
any return or return information, as defined in § 6103 of the Internal Revenue Code, required to be attached to or included in a tax return required under this article; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-201(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
any information contained in:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-201(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
an admissions and amusement tax return;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-201(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
an alcoholic beverage tax return;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-201(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a bay restoration fee return;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-201(4)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
a boxing and wrestling tax return;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-201(4)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
a digital advertising gross revenues tax return;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-201(4)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
an E–9–1–1 fee return;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-201(4)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vii)
a financial institution franchise tax return;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-201(4)(vii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(viii)
an inheritance tax return;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-201(4)(viii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ix)
a Maryland estate tax return;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-201(4)(ix) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(x)
a motor carrier tax return;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-201(4)(x) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(xi)
a motor fuel tax return;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-201(4)(xi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(xii)
a new tire fee return;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-201(4)(xii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(xiii)
an other tobacco products tax return;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-201(4)(xiii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(xiv)
a public service company franchise tax return;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-201(4)(xiv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(xv)
a sales and use tax return;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-201(4)(xv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(xvi)
a savings and loan association franchise tax return;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-201(4)(xvi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(xvii)
a tire recycling fee return;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-201(4)(xvii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(xviii)
a tobacco tax return; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-201(4)(xviii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(xix)
a transportation services assessment return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-201(4)(xix) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-201 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–202
Except as otherwise provided in this subtitle, an officer, employee, former officer, or former employee of the State or of a political subdivision of the State may not disclose, in any manner, any tax information.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-202 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–203
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this subsection, “taxing official” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a unit or official of another state whom the laws of that state charge with the imposition, assessment, or collection of state taxes;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(a)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
an employee of the United States Treasury Department;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(a)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a collector of United States taxes; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(a)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
a United States Department of Justice attorney, including a United States Attorney.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(a)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Comptroller or Department may disclose to a taxing official tax information that is contained in any tax report or return, audit of a tax return, or report of a tax investigation and relates to the imposition, assessment, and collection of taxes or to any other matter about taxation generally if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the Comptroller or Department is satisfied that the tax information is to be used only for tax purposes;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the taxing official’s jurisdiction makes similar information available to the appropriate officials of this State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
in the case of another state, its laws provide for adequate confidentiality of Maryland tax returns or other information.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(a)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Tax information may be disclosed in accordance with a proper judicial order or a legislative order.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
Subject to subsections (f) and (g) of this section, tax information may be disclosed to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
an employee or officer of the State who, by reason of that employment or office, has the right to the tax information;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
another tax collector;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
the Maryland Tax Court;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
a legal representative of the State, to review the tax information about a taxpayer:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(c)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
who applies for review under this title;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(c)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
who appeals from a determination under this title; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(c)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
against whom an action to recover tax or a penalty is pending or will be initiated under this title;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(c)(4)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
any license issuing authority of the State required by State law to verify through the Comptroller that an applicant has paid all undisputed taxes and unemployment insurance contributions payable to the Comptroller or the Secretary of Labor or that the applicant has provided for payment in a manner satisfactory to the unit responsible for collection;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(c)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
a local official as defined in § 13–925 of this title to the extent necessary to administer Subtitle 9, Part V of this title;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(c)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
a federal official as defined in § 13–930 of this title to the extent necessary to administer Subtitle 9, Part VI of this title;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(c)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(8)
the Maryland Department of Health in accordance with the federal Children’s Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(c)(8) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(9)
the State Board of Individual Tax Preparers;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(c)(9) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(10)
the Alcohol, Tobacco, and Cannabis Commission;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(c)(10) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(11)
the Maryland 9–1–1 Board;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(c)(11) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(12)
a person or governmental entity authorized by the Comptroller in writing to receive tax information for the purpose of identifying, preventing, or responding to fraud, provided that the tax information is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(c)(12) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
anonymized to the extent possible consistent with the information’s intended use; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(c)(12)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
in addition to any other protections and safeguards under law, subject to any protections and safeguards set forth by the Comptroller in the written authorization;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(c)(12)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(13)
the Maryland Higher Education Commission;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(c)(13) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(14)
subject to subsection (e) of this section, the Maryland Small Business Retirement Savings Board and its authorized contractors for the purpose of administering the Maryland Small Business Retirement Savings Program and Trust as authorized under Title 12 of the Labor and Employment Article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(c)(14) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(15)
the Maryland Department of Labor and the Maryland Department of Commerce to the extent necessary to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(c)(15) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
administer the temporary relief programs established under Chapters 2 and 3 of the Acts of the General Assembly of 2024; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(c)(15)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
detect and prevent fraudulent claims for relief or avoidance of required repayment under the temporary relief programs;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(c)(15)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(16)
the Maryland Cannabis Administration;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(c)(16) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(17)
a person, governmental entity, or tax compliance organization for the purpose of assisting the Comptroller in tax compliance activity; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(c)(17) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(18)
the Maryland Department of Labor to the extent necessary to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(c)(18) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
administer the Federal Government Employee Assistance Loan Fund under § 7–327 of the State Finance and Procurement Article; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(c)(18)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
detect and prevent fraudulent claims for relief or avoidance of repayment required under § 7–327 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(c)(18)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
Tax information may be disclosed and published as statistics that are classified in a manner that prevents the identification of a particular return and the information contained in a particular return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
Tax information disclosed in accordance with subsection (c)(14) of this section:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
shall include only the following tax information of business entities:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the business entity’s federal employer identification number;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(e)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the name of the business entity;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(e)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
the physical address of the business entity;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(e)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
the mailing address of the business entity; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(e)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
the business entity’s contact name, e–mail address, and phone number;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(e)(1)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
shall only be disclosed to the extent that the Comptroller has received the requested information from State tax filings;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
need not be validated by the Comptroller prior to disclosure to the Maryland Small Business Retirement Savings Board and its authorized contractors;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(e)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
may not include any information the Comptroller is prohibited from disclosing or redisclosing under federal law;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(e)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
may not include tax information of individuals;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(e)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
may be used only for the specific purpose authorized by the Comptroller; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(e)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
in addition to any other protections and safeguards under law, shall be subject to any protections and safeguards set forth by the Comptroller in the written authorization.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(e)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
Except as provided in subsection (g) of this section, before disclosing confidential tax information under subsection (c) of this section, the Comptroller may, in its sole discretion, require the person or governmental entity to whom the information is to be disclosed to enter into a binding, written agreement regarding the use and security of the tax information, the terms of which shall be prescribed by the Comptroller according to the Comptroller’s data security policies and be consistent with State and federal requirements.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Before disclosing tax information under subsection (c)(9), (12), (14), (15), (16), or (17) of this section, the Comptroller shall require the party to whom the tax information is to be disclosed to enter into a binding, written agreement regarding the use and security of the tax information, the terms of which shall be:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(g)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
prescribed by the Comptroller according to the Comptroller’s data security policies;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(g)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
consistent with State and federal requirements, including § 6103(a) of the Internal Revenue Code; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(g)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
in compliance with § 6103(b)(5)(B)(iii) of the Internal Revenue Code, by substituting “Comptroller” for “Secretary”.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(g)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Comptroller shall adequately supervise the recipient of the tax information under subsection (c)(9), (12), (14), (15), or (17) of this section at all times.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203(g)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-203 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–204
In addition to a disclosure allowed under § 13-203 of this subtitle, the Comptroller shall allow:
(1)
the treasurer or finance officer of a county or municipal corporation to inspect the admissions and amusement tax return of a business, including a governmental unit, located in the county or municipal corporation; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-204(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the Maryland Stadium Authority to inspect an admissions and amusement tax return that relates to admissions to a facility owned or leased by the Authority.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-204(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-204 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–205
(a)
In this section, “taxpayer identity information” means a taxpayer’s:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-205(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
name;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-205(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
address; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-205(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
identifying number, as described in § 6109 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-205(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-205(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In addition to a disclosure allowed in § 13-203 of this subtitle, the Comptroller may disclose taxpayer identity information that relates to the taxes administered by the Comptroller under § 2-102 of this article:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-205(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
on written request of the administrator of the Central Collection Unit for taxpayer identity information, to the administrator or other employer or agent of the Unit but only for purposes of collection of a debt that the taxpayer owes to the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-205(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
to 1 or more commercial printers for the purpose of printing the taxpayer identity information on tax forms;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-205(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
to 1 or more commercial entities for the purpose of using a lockbox or similar system for tax forms and payments;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-205(b)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
in lists of names of persons who have failed to pay the tax as required in this article and other relevant information that the Comptroller determines may help in the collection of unpaid tax; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-205(b)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
except for the identifying numbers described in subsection (a)(3) of this section, to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-205(b)(1)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
1 or more persons with whom the Comptroller has contracted to obtain telephone numbers of taxpayers for use in the collection of unpaid tax; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-205(b)(1)(v)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the press or other medium for the purpose of notifying persons entitled to tax refunds if, after reasonable effort and time, the Comptroller has been unable to locate those persons.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-205(b)(1)(v)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If the Comptroller discloses taxpayer identity information to a person under a contract described in paragraph (1)(v)1 of this subsection, the person:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-205(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
shall use that information only to obtain telephone numbers for the Comptroller; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-205(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
may not use any telephone number or taxpayer identity information or disclose the information to any other person.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-205(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-205 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–206
In addition to a disclosure allowed under § 13-203 of this subtitle, the Comptroller may make an agreement with the appropriate authority of any other state that has laws similar to the motor carrier tax laws for cooperative audits of motor carrier tax returns and reports.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-206 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–207
(a)
In this section, “income tax return preparer” means a person who:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-207(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
prepares or helps to prepare federal or State income tax returns for compensation; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-207(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
advertises or publicizes that the person prepares or helps to prepare federal or State income tax returns.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-207(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
An income tax return preparer may not disclose any information that the preparer obtains while preparing or helping to prepare a return, unless the disclosure is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-207(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
based on the written consent of the taxpayer;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-207(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
authorized expressly by a law of this State or the federal government;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-207(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
needed to prepare the return; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-207(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
required by a court order.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-207(b)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-207 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–208
An officer, employee, former officer, or former employee of a person, governmental entity, or tax compliance organization to which tax information has been disclosed under § 13–203(c)(18) of this subtitle may not disclose, in any manner, any tax information obtained in accordance with the data use agreement, unless the disclosure is:
(1)
authorized expressly by a law of this State or the federal government;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-208(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
authorized by the data use agreement; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-208(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
required by a court order.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-208(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-208 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–301
A tax collector may examine or audit a tax return filed with the tax collector.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-301 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–302
(a)
To determine whether a tax return is correct or otherwise to enforce a provision of this article, a tax collector may:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-302(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
examine any records or other data that may be relevant or material to the matters required to be included in a tax return;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-302(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
conduct an investigation;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-302(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
hold a hearing;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-302(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
administer oaths;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-302(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
take testimony and other evidence; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-302(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
subpoena:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-302(a)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
any person; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-302(a)(6)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
any relevant document.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-302(a)(6)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
If the Comptroller determines that the taxpayer’s records are so detailed, complex, or voluminous that an audit of all detailed records would be unreasonable or impractical, the Comptroller may compute the sales and use tax by using scientific random sampling techniques.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-302(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
If a person fails to comply with a subpoena or fails to testify on any matter on which the person lawfully may be interrogated, on petition of a tax collector, a circuit court or, if the subpoena is issued under authority of an orphans’ court, the orphans’ court may pass an order directing compliance with the subpoena or compelling testimony.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-302(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-302 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–303
If a person or governmental unit fails to file a tax return as required under this article, the tax collector shall mail the person or governmental unit a notice and demand for the return that requires the person or governmental unit:
(1)
for the sales and use tax, to file the return and to pay the tax within 10 days after the date on which the notice is mailed; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-303(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
for any other tax, to file the return and to pay the tax within 30 days after the date on which the notice is mailed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-303(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-303 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–304
If a person fails to comply with a notice and demand for a return the tax collector:
(1)
may compel the person to make the return; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-304(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
if the person fails to make the return, may file an appropriate action in a court of competent jurisdiction.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-304(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-304 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–401
(a)
Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, if a tax collector examines or audits a return and determines that the tax due exceeds the amount shown on the return, the tax collector shall assess the deficiency.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-401(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A tax collector shall allow a credit against any sales and use tax deficiency that would otherwise be assessed for any amount of sales and use tax that the tax collector determines the person who filed the return overpaid on or before the date the deficiency was due.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-401(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-401 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–402
(a)
If a notice and demand for a return is made under § 13–303 of this title and the person or governmental unit fails to file the return, the tax collector shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-402(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
except as otherwise provided in this section:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-402(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
compute the tax by using the best information in the possession of the tax collector; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-402(a)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
assess the tax due;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-402(a)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
for financial institution franchise tax:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-402(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
estimate net earnings by using the best information in the possession of the tax collector; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-402(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
assess a tax not exceeding twice the tax due on the estimated net earnings;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-402(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
for income tax:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-402(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
estimate income by using the best information in the possession of the tax collector; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-402(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
assess a tax not exceeding twice the tax due on the estimated income;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-402(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
for motor carrier tax:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-402(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
compute the tax by using a miles per gallon factor based on the use, in the State, of 40 gallons of motor fuel for each commercial motor vehicle in the person’s fleet on each day during the period for which the return is not filed; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-402(a)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
assess the tax due;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-402(a)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
for public service company franchise tax:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-402(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
estimate gross receipts from the best information in the possession of the tax collector; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-402(a)(5)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
assess the tax due on the estimated gross receipts; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-402(a)(5)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
for digital advertising gross revenues tax:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-402(a)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
estimate gross revenues from the best information in possession of the tax collector; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-402(a)(6)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
assess the tax due on the estimated assessable base.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-402(a)(6)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A credit shall be allowed against any sales and use tax that would otherwise be assessed under this section for any amount of sales and use tax that the tax collector determines the person who failed to file the return overpaid on or before the date the amount assessed was due.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-402(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-402 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–403
(a)
If a person or governmental unit fails to keep the records required under § 4-202 of this article, the Comptroller may:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-403(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
compute the admissions and amusement tax by using a factor that the Comptroller develops pursuant to subsection (c) of this section; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-403(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
assess the tax due.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-403(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
If a person or governmental unit fails to keep the records required under § 6-202 of this article, the Comptroller may:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-403(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
compute the boxing and wrestling tax by using a factor that the Comptroller develops pursuant to subsection (c) of this section; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-403(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
assess the tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-403(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The factor utilized by the Comptroller pursuant to this section shall be developed by:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-403(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a survey of the business of the person or governmental unit, including any available records;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-403(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a survey of other persons or governmental units engaged in the same or similar business; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-403(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
other means.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-403(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-403 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–405
(a)
If a person keeps records that do not contain the information required in § 9-209 of this article, the Comptroller may:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-405(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
compute the motor carrier tax by using a miles per gallon factor based on the best information in the possession of the Comptroller; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-405(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
assess the tax due.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-405(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
If a person fails to keep records or to make records available to the Comptroller as required in § 9-209 of this article, the Comptroller shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-405(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
compute the motor carrier tax by using a miles per gallon factor based on the use, in the State, of 40 gallons of motor fuel for each commercial motor vehicle in the person’s fleet on each day during the period for which the records are not kept or made available; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-405(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
assess the tax due.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-405(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-405 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–406
If a person fails to keep the records required under § 9-309 of this article, the Comptroller may:
(1)
compute the motor fuel tax due by using the best information in the possession of the Comptroller; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-406(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
assess the tax due.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-406(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-406 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–407
(a)
If a person or governmental unit fails to keep the records required under § 11-504 of this article, the Comptroller may:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-407(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
compute the sales and use tax by using a factor that the Comptroller develops by:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-407(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a survey of the business of the person or governmental unit, including any available records;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-407(a)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a survey of other persons or governmental units engaged in the same or similar business; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-407(a)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
other means; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-407(a)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
assess the tax due.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-407(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-407(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If a person or governmental unit fails to obtain a proper resale certificate on or before the date stated in a notice of intent to assess the sales and use tax under § 11-408(b) of this article, the Comptroller may assess the sales and use tax on the sale.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-407(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
An assessment under this subsection is final.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-407(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-407 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–408
(a)
If the Comptroller determines that a person has failed to keep the records of out-of-state cigarette or other tobacco product sales required under § 12-203 of this article, the Comptroller shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-408(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
compute the tobacco tax as if the cigarettes or other tobacco products were sold in the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-408(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
assess the tax due.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-408(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
If the Comptroller determines that a person has possessed or transported cigarettes or other tobacco products on which the tobacco tax has not been paid as required under Title 12 of this article, the Comptroller shall assess the tobacco tax due.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-408(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-408 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–409
(a)
If the Internal Revenue Service issues a final determination that increases federal taxable income, federal estate, or federal generation–skipping transfer tax reported on a federal return, the tax collector shall assess the financial institution franchise tax, public service company franchise tax, income tax, Maryland estate tax, or Maryland generation–skipping transfer tax on the increase in the taxable net earnings, gross receipts, Maryland taxable income, federal credit for State death tax, or federal credit for State generation–skipping transfer tax that results from the federal adjustment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-409(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Within 90 days after the Internal Revenue Service issues to a person the final determination to which subsection (a) of this section refers, the person shall submit to the tax collector a report of federal adjustment that includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-409(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a statement of the amount of the increase; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-409(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
if the person contends that the final federal determination is erroneous, an explanation of the reasons for the contention.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-409(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-409 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–410
A tax collector shall mail a notice of assessment under this title to the person or governmental unit against which an assessment is made.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-410 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–411
An assessment of tax under this article is prima facie correct.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-411 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–412
If both the seller and buyer are liable for payment of the motor fuel tax or the sales and use tax:
(1)
the Comptroller may make an assessment against both; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-412(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the assessment under item (1) of this section against either the seller or buyer does not bar an assessment against the other for the same tax or any part that has not been paid.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-412(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-412 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–413
(a)
Interest, penalties, and collection fees shall be assessed and collected in the same manner as a tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-413(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
For purposes of this title, collection fees assessed pursuant to § 13-832 of this title shall be considered a penalty.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-413(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-413 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–501
(a)
In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-501(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
“Tax Court” means the Maryland Tax Court.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-501(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-501(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Tax determining agency” means a governmental unit of the State that is authorized to make the final decision or determination or issue the final order about a tax issue within the jurisdiction of the Tax Court, before the decision may be appealed to the Tax Court.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-501(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Tax determining agency” includes a property tax assessment appeal board.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-501(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-501 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–504
(a)
In this section, “state tax”:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-504(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
means a tax that is lawfully imposed by another state and is similar to a tax imposed under this article; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-504(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
includes interest and penalties on the tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-504(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A court of this State shall recognize and enforce the liability for a state tax if the state that imposes the tax similarly recognizes and enforces the liability for a tax that this State lawfully imposes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-504(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-504(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
An official of a reciprocating state may bring an action in a court of this State to collect state taxes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-504(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Certification, by the Secretary of State or other comparable official of another state, that an official has authority to collect state taxes is conclusive proof of that authority.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-504(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-504 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–505
A court may not issue an injunction, writ of mandamus, or other process against the State or any officer or employee of the State to enjoin or prevent the assessment or collection of a tax under this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-505 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–508
(a)
Within 30 days after the date on which a notice of assessment of the admissions and amusement tax, alcoholic beverage tax, boxing and wrestling tax, digital advertising gross revenues tax, income tax, motor carrier tax, motor fuel tax, public service company franchise tax, financial institution franchise tax, sales and use tax, or tobacco tax is mailed, a person or governmental unit against which the assessment is made may submit to the tax collector:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-508(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
an application for revision of the assessment; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-508(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
except for the public service company franchise tax, if the assessment is paid, a claim for refund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-508(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
If a person or governmental unit fails to submit an application for revision or claim for refund within the time allowed in subsection (a) of this section, the assessment becomes final.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-508(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The Comptroller or an employee of the Comptroller’s office expressly designated by the Comptroller promptly:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-508(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-508(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
shall hold an informal hearing on a person’s or governmental unit’s admissions and amusement tax, alcoholic beverage tax, boxing and wrestling tax, digital advertising gross revenues tax, income tax, motor carrier tax, motor fuel tax, sales and use tax, or tobacco tax application for revision or claim for refund under subsection (a) of this section; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-508(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
after the hearing:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-508(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
shall act on the application for revision; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-508(c)(1)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
may assess any additional tax, penalty, and interest due; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-508(c)(1)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
shall mail to the person or governmental unit a notice of final determination.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-508(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
The Department promptly:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-508(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-508(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
shall act on a person’s public service company franchise tax or financial institution franchise tax application for revision under subsection (a) of this section; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-508(d)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-508(d)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
shall hold an informal hearing after giving reasonable notice to the person; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-508(d)(1)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
after the hearing:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-508(d)(1)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
shall act on the application for revision; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-508(d)(1)(ii)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
may assess any additional tax, penalty, and interest due; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-508(d)(1)(ii)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
shall mail to the person a notice of final determination.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-508(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-508 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–509
(a)
Notwithstanding a person’s failure to file a timely application for revision or claim for refund of an assessment of the admissions and amusement tax, alcoholic beverage tax, boxing and wrestling tax, digital advertising gross revenues tax, income tax, motor carrier tax, motor fuel tax, sales and use tax, or tobacco tax under § 13–508(a) of this subtitle, the Comptroller or the Comptroller’s designee may issue an order decreasing or abating an assessment to correct an erroneous assessment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-509(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
If action is taken under subsection (a) of this section, the order shall state clearly the reasons for decreasing or abating the assessment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-509(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
Any order issued by the Comptroller under subsection (a) of this section shall be final and not subject to appeal.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-509(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
The Comptroller’s refusal to enter an order under subsection (a) of this section shall be final and not subject to appeal.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-509(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-509 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–510
(a)
Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section and subject to § 13-514 of this subtitle, within 30 days after the date on which a notice is mailed, a person or governmental unit that is aggrieved by the action in the notice may appeal to the Tax Court from:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-510(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a final assessment of tax, interest, or penalty under this article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-510(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a final determination on an application for revision or claim for refund under § 13-508 of this subtitle;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-510(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
an inheritance tax determination by a register or by an orphans’ court other than a circuit court sitting as an orphans’ court;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-510(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
a denial of an alternative payment schedule for inheritance tax or Maryland estate tax;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-510(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
a final determination on a claim for return of seized property under § 13-839 or § 13-840 of this title; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-510(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
a disallowance of a claim for refund under § 13-904 of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-510(a)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
If a tax collector does not make a determination on a claim for refund within 6 months after the claim is filed, the claimant may:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-510(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
consider the claim as being disallowed; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-510(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
appeal the disallowance to the Tax Court.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-510(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
An appeal to the Maryland Tax Court under this section shall be deemed to be filed within the time allowed for the appeal if a written petition is mailed to the Maryland Tax Court with a postmark date within the time allowed for the appeal.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-510(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-510 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–511
A register, on behalf of the State, or a person in interest may appeal to the Court of Special Appeals from an order or determination of an orphans’ court or a court exercising the jurisdiction of the orphans’ court that relates to the inheritance tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-511 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–514
Unless a person has exhausted all available administrative remedies before the appropriate tax determining agency, the person may not appeal to the Tax Court.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-514 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–515
(a)
An individual may appear before the Tax Court without a lawyer.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-515(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The following individuals may represent the persons indicated without a lawyer before the Tax Court:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-515(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a partner for the partnership; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-515(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a corporate officer for the corporation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-515(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
Any person or governmental unit may be represented before the Tax Court by a lawyer who is admitted to practice law in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-515(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-515 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–516
(a)
To appeal to the Tax Court, a person or governmental unit shall file with the Tax Court a written petition that states succinctly:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-516(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the nature of the case;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-516(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the facts on which the appeal is based; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-516(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
each question presented for review by the Tax Court.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-516(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
An opposing party shall respond in accordance with the rules of procedure of the Tax Court.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-516(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-516 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–517
The Tax Court may require or, on request of a party, allow an amendment to a pleading or motion.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-517 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–518
The Tax Court may require or, on request of a party, allow a party to file a brief or memorandum.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-518 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–519
The Tax Court shall hear and determine appeals promptly.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-519 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–520
(a)
On receipt of a petition, the clerk of the Tax Court immediately shall issue a subpoena that requires the appropriate tax determining agency to produce at a hearing before the Tax Court:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-520(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the record of the proceeding from which the appeal is taken or a certified copy of the record; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-520(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
any map, plat, or other document that is connected with the record.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-520(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
On request of a party, the Tax Court shall issue a subpoena that requires at a hearing before the Tax Court:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-520(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the appearance of a witness to testify; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-520(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the production of any pertinent document.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-520(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A subpoena issued under this section or § 13-521 of this subtitle shall be served by:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-520(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the sheriff or deputy sheriff of the jurisdiction in which the person subpoenaed is found;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-520(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the clerk or a deputy clerk of the Tax Court;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-520(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
certified mail, return receipt requested; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-520(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
a private process server.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-520(c)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-520 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–521
(a)
A party may take a deposition in or out of the State in the manner provided by law for taking depositions in a civil case.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-521(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
On request of a party, the Tax Court shall issue a subpoena that requires at a deposition:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-521(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the appearance of a witness to testify; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-521(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the production of any pertinent document.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-521(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-521 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–522
(a)
If, without reasonable cause, a person fails to obey a subpoena, refuses to be sworn, or refuses to testify, the Tax Court may and, on request of a party, shall apply to a circuit court to issue an order, returnable within 5 days, that directs the person to show cause for the refusal to be sworn or to testify or the failure to obey the subpoena.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-522(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-522(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
After the expiration of the time period in subsection (a) of this section, the circuit court shall conduct a hearing to determine the existence of reasonable cause.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-522(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If the circuit court determines that there is no reasonable cause for the failure to comply, the circuit court shall order compliance with the directive of the Tax Court.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-522(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A person who fails to comply with the order of a circuit court may be held in contempt of court, and the circuit court shall impose sanctions appropriate for contempt.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-522(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
A person may appeal a finding of contempt under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-522(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-522 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–523
An appeal before the Tax Court shall be heard de novo and conducted in a manner similar to a proceeding in a court of general jurisdiction sitting without a jury.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-523 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–524
The Tax Court is not bound by the technical rules of evidence.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-524 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–525
(a)
A party may submit to the Tax Court a request for a ruling on a question of law that is material to the appeal.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-525(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
On a request submitted under subsection (a) of this section, the Tax Court may:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-525(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
issue a ruling on the question of law;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-525(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
modify the question submitted by a party and issue a ruling on the modified question; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-525(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
decline to issue a ruling.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-525(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-525 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–526
(a)
Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section, on the request of a party, the Tax Court may submit an issue of fact to a circuit court for a jury trial.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-526(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A submission under this section shall be filed in the circuit court for the county where the taxpayer resides or does business.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-526(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
An issue of fact as to the valuation of property may not be submitted under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-526(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-526 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–527
(a)
The Tax Court shall provide:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-527(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
for recording equipment at all hearings; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-527(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
on request of a party, for the preparation of a copy of the record of the proceedings.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-527(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
If, under § 3-111 of this article, the Tax Court appoints an examiner to hear an appeal, the Tax Court shall provide to each party a copy of the examiner’s recommended decision.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-527(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-527 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–528
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-528(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Tax Court shall have full power to hear, try, determine, or remand any matter before it.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-528(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
In exercising these powers, the Tax Court may reassess or reclassify, abate, modify, change or alter any valuation, assessment, classification, tax or final order appealed to the Tax Court.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-528(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Absent affirmative evidence in support of the relief being sought or an error apparent on the face of the proceeding from which the appeal is taken, the decision, determination, or order from which the appeal is taken shall be affirmed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-528(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-528 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–529
(a)
In each appeal, the Tax Court shall issue a written order that sets forth its decision.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-529(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Each order of the Tax Court shall be filed with its clerk.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-529(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The clerk of the Tax Court shall certify the order in an appeal and mail a copy of the certified order to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-529(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
each party to the appeal; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-529(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the tax determining agency from which the appeal is taken.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-529(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-529 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–532
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-532(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A final order of the Tax Court is subject to judicial review as provided for contested cases in §§ 10-222 and 10-223 of the State Government Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-532(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Any party to the Tax Court proceeding, including a governmental unit, may appeal a final order of the Tax Court to the circuit court.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-532(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
When an order of the Tax Court is subject to judicial review, that order is enforceable unless the reviewing court grants a stay upon such condition, security or bond as it deems proper.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-532(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-532 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–601
(a)
Except as otherwise provided in this section, if a person or governmental unit fails to pay a tax imposed under this article on or before the date on which the tax is due, the tax collector shall assess interest on the unpaid tax from the due date to the date on which the tax is paid.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-601(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Except as provided in subsections (c)(2) and (d) of this section, the date on which the tax is due is determined without regard to any extension of time to file a return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-601(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
Interest on unpaid inheritance tax begins:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-601(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
30 days after the date on which the tax is determined;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-601(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
on the original due date, if there is no formal administration of the estate and the tax is not paid within 30 days after the date on which the tax bill is mailed; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-601(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
30 days after the original due date, if an alternative payment schedule for inheritance tax is allowed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-601(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
Interest on unpaid Maryland estate tax begins 9 months after the date of the death of a decedent and applies to all Maryland estate tax that is not paid by that date, including a payment made in accordance with an alternative payment schedule.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-601(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
Interest on unpaid Maryland generation-skipping transfer tax begins on the date the Maryland generation-skipping transfer tax return is due and applies to tax that is not paid by that date, including an increase in Maryland generation-skipping transfer tax due to a change in federal generation-skipping transfer tax made after a payment of Maryland generation-skipping transfer tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-601(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
An overpayment of sales and use tax stops the accrual of interest on a sales and use tax deficiency to the extent of the overpayment as of the date the overpayment is made.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-601(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-601 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–602
(a)
Except as provided in subsections (b) and (c) of this section, a tax collector shall assess interest on unpaid tax from the due date to the date on which the tax is paid if a person who is required to estimate and pay digital advertising gross revenues tax, financial institution franchise tax, public service company franchise tax, or income tax under § 7.5–301, § 8–210(b), § 8–405(b), or § 10–902 of this article:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-602(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
fails to pay an installment when due; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-602(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
estimates a tax that is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-602(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
less than 90% of the tax required to be shown on the return for the current taxable year; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-602(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
less than 110% of the tax paid for the prior taxable year, reduced by the credit allowed under § 10–703 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-602(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Interest may not be assessed on the underestimation of individual income tax if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-602(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
at least 90% of the individual’s taxable income is also taxable by another state; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-602(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the underestimation is of the county income tax only.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-602(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A tax collector may not assess interest on unpaid individual income tax under subsection (a) of this section if the amount of unpaid income tax is less than one-half the amount specified in § 6654(e)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-602(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-602 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–603
(a)
Except as otherwise provided in this section, if a claim for refund under § 13-901(a)(1) or (2) or (d)(1)(i) or (2) of this title is approved, the tax collector shall pay interest on the refund from the 45th day after the claim is filed in the manner required in Subtitle 9 of this title to the date on which the refund is paid.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-603(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A tax collector may not pay interest on a refund if the claim for refund is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-603(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
made under any provision other than § 13-901(a)(1) or (2) or (d)(1)(i) or (2) of this title;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-603(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
based on:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-603(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
an error or mistake of the claimant not attributable to the State or a unit of the State government;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-603(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
withholding excess income tax;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-603(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
an overpayment of estimated financial institution franchise tax or estimated income tax; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-603(b)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
an overpayment of Maryland estate tax based on an inheritance tax payment made after payment of Maryland estate tax; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-603(b)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
made for Maryland estate tax or Maryland generation-skipping transfer tax more than 1 year after the event on which the claim is based.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-603(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-603 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–604
(a)
The rate of interest for each month or fraction of a month is the percent equal to one–twelfth of the annual interest rate that the Comptroller sets for the calendar year under subsection (b) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-604(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
On or before October 1 of each year, the Comptroller shall set the annual interest rate for the next calendar year on refunds and money owed to the State as the percent that equals the greater of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-604(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-604(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
13% for 2016;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-604(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
12% for 2017;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-604(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-604(b)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(11.)
5% for 2018;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-604(b)(1)(iii)(11.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
11% for 2019;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-604(b)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-604(b)(1)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(10.)
5% for 2020;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-604(b)(1)(v)(10.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
10% for 2021;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-604(b)(1)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-604(b)(1)(vii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(9.)
5% for 2022; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-604(b)(1)(vii)(9.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(viii)
9% for 2023 and each year thereafter; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-604(b)(1)(viii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
3 percentage points above the average prime rate of interest quoted by commercial banks to large businesses during the State’s previous fiscal year, based on determination by the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve Bank.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-604(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-604 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–605
Interest may not be assessed on a penalty.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-605 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–606
(a)
For reasonable cause, a tax collector may waive interest on unpaid tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-606(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The Comptroller shall waive the amount of any interest assessed on unpaid income tax due under this article if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-606(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the unpaid income tax is due for a taxable year during which the person owing is incarcerated; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-606(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the person applies for and is placed on an installment payment plan under the Income Tax Reconciliation Program established under § 2–120 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-606(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-606 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–701
(a)
Except as otherwise provided in this subtitle, if a person or governmental unit fails to pay a tax when due under this article, the tax collector shall assess a penalty not exceeding 10% of the unpaid tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-701(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-701(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If a person fails to pay alcoholic beverage tax, financial institution franchise tax, or tobacco tax when required under this article, the tax collector shall assess a penalty not exceeding 25% of the unpaid tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-701(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If a person fails to file a motor carrier tax return or motor fuel tax return when required under this article, the Comptroller shall assess a penalty not exceeding $25.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-701(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The penalty under subsection (a) of this section may be assessed for unpaid inheritance tax at or after the time allowed for the assessment of interest under § 13-601(c) of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-701(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-701 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–702
(a)
Except as provided in subsections (b) and (c) of this section, a tax collector shall assess a penalty not exceeding 25% of the amount underestimated, if a person who is required to estimate and pay digital advertising gross revenues tax, financial institution franchise tax, public service company franchise tax, or income tax under § 7.5–301, § 8–210(b), § 8–405(b), or § 10–902 of this article:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-702(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
fails to pay an installment when due; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-702(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
estimates a tax that is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-702(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
less than 90% of the tax required to be shown on the return for the current taxable year; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-702(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
less than 110% of the tax paid for the prior taxable year, reduced by the credit allowed under § 10–703 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-702(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A penalty may not be assessed on the underestimation of individual income tax if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-702(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
at least 90% of the individual’s taxable income is also taxable by another state; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-702(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the underestimation is of the county income tax only.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-702(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A tax collector may not assess a penalty on unpaid individual income tax under subsection (a) of this section if the amount of unpaid income tax is less than one-half the amount specified in § 6654(e)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-702(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-702 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–703
(a)
If, with the intent to evade the payment of tax, a person, including an officer of a corporation, or a governmental unit makes a false tax return, the tax collector shall assess a penalty not exceeding 100% of the tax due.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-703(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
If, with the intent to evade the payment of tax, a person hired to prepare a tax return makes a false tax return, the tax collector shall assess the hired preparer a penalty not exceeding 100% of the tax due.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-703(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-703 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–704
If, with the intent to evade the payment of tax, a person or governmental unit fails to file a tax return when required under this article, the tax collector shall assess a penalty not exceeding 100% of the underpayment of tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-704 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–705
(a)
The Comptroller shall assess a penalty not exceeding $500 if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-705(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
an individual, as defined under § 10–101 of this article, files what purports to be an income tax return, but which:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-705(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
does not contain information on which the substantial correctness of the tax may be determined; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-705(a)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
contains information that, on its face, indicates the tax reported on the return is substantially incorrect; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-705(a)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the conduct of the individual is due to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-705(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a desire, apparent on the face of the return, to delay or impede the administration of the provisions of Title 10 of this article; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-705(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a position that is frivolous because the position:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-705(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
has no basis in law or fact;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-705(a)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
is patently unlawful; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-705(a)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
does not involve a legitimate dispute or reflect an inadvertent mathematical or clerical error.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-705(a)(2)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The penalty under subsection (a) of this section is in addition to any penalty assessed under § 13–701 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-705(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-705 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–706
If a person is required to provide an income tax withholding statement under § 10-911 of this article, the Comptroller shall assess a penalty of $50 for each violation, if the person willfully:
(1)
fails to provide a required withholding statement; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-706(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
provides a false withholding statement.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-706(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-706 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–706.1
If a person is required to provide an annual withholding reconciliation report under § 10–911 of this article, the Comptroller shall assess a penalty of $100 for each violation if the person willfully:
(1)
fails to provide a required annual withholding reconciliation report; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-706.1(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
provides a false annual withholding reconciliation report.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-706.1(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-706.1 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–707
(a)
If an employer or payor, as defined in § 10-905 of this article, willfully fails to withhold or pay over the income tax as required in Title 10 of this article, the Comptroller may suspend or revoke any business license issued by the State to the employer or payor.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-707(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
If a motor carrier fails to file a motor carrier tax return or pay the motor carrier tax when required under Title 9, Subtitle 2 of this article, the Comptroller may suspend or revoke any identification marker, permit, or temporary authorization issued to the motor carrier under Title 9, Subtitle 2 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-707(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
If a motor carrier fails to pay a tax, a fee, a penalty, or an interest assessment owed to the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration, the Comptroller shall, upon receipt of notification from the Motor Vehicle Administration, suspend or revoke the appropriate identification marker, permit, or temporary authorization issued to the motor carrier under Title 9, Subtitle 2 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-707(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-707 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–708
(a)
If, within the period required in a notice and demand for a return, a person or governmental unit fails to file the return and pay the tax due, the tax collector shall assess a penalty of 25% of the tax assessed under § 13-402 of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-708(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A penalty under this section is in addition to the penalty provided under § 13-701 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-708(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-708 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–709
(a)
If, within 10 days after receipt of a notice and demand for payment of a sales and use tax assessment that is final, a person or governmental unit fails to comply with the demand, the Comptroller shall assess a penalty of 25% of the unpaid assessment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-709(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The penalty under subsection (a) of this section is in addition to the penalty provided under § 13-701 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-709(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-709 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–710
If the Comptroller, the Executive Director, or any police officer seizes distilled spirits or mash in connection with an arrest of a person for the unlawful manufacture of distilled spirits in the State, on conviction of the person, the Comptroller shall assess a penalty of $5 for each 100 proof gallon on:
(1)
all distilled spirits seized; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-710(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the potential quantity of distilled spirits that may be manufactured from the quantity of mash seized.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-710(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-710 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–711
If a person willfully fails to keep any record required under § 12-203 of this article, the Comptroller may assess a penalty not exceeding 25% of the unpaid tobacco tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-711 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–712
If, with the intent to evade the boxing and wrestling tax, a person sells a program or other item instead of an admission ticket, the person shall forfeit any license granted to the person under Title 4, Subtitle 3 of the Business Regulation Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-712 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–713
(a)
If a person pays a tax, interest, or penalties under this article by a check that is not honored by the bank on which it is drawn, the tax collector shall assess a service charge of $30 against the person.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-713(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
An assessment under subsection (a) of this section that is not paid within 25 days after the date on which the notice of assessment is mailed is a lien, in favor of the State, that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-713(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
extends to all property and rights to property belonging to the person against whom the assessment is made; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-713(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
may be collected under Subtitle 8, Part II of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-713(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-713 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–714
(a)
For reasonable cause, a tax collector may waive a penalty under this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-714(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The Comptroller shall waive any penalty under this subtitle for a person’s failure to pay income tax when due under this article if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-714(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the unpaid income tax is due for a taxable year during which the person owing is incarcerated; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-714(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the person applies for and is placed on an installment payment plan under the Income Tax Reconciliation Program established under § 2–120 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-714(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-714 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–715
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-715(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Subject to the provisions of paragraph (2) of this subsection, any person who is an income tax return preparer with respect to any return or claim for refund, who is required under § 10-804(b)(2) of this article to sign the return or claim for refund, and who fails to comply with that requirement with respect to the return or claim for refund shall pay a penalty of $50 for that failure, unless it is shown that the failure is due to reasonable cause and not due to willful neglect.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-715(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The maximum penalty imposed under this subsection on any person with respect to documents filed during any calendar year may not exceed $25,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-715(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-715(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Subject to the provisions of paragraph (2) of this subsection, any person who is an income tax return preparer with respect to any return or claim for refund and who fails to comply with § 10-804(c)(3) of this article with respect to the return or claim for refund shall pay a penalty of $50 for that failure, unless it is shown that the failure is due to reasonable cause and not due to willful neglect.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-715(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The maximum penalty imposed under this subsection on any person with respect to documents filed during any calendar year may not exceed $25,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-715(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-715(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Attorney General may bring an action in the name of the State or the Comptroller to enjoin a person from acting as an income tax return preparer as defined in § 7701 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-715(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A court may enjoin a person from acting as an income tax return preparer if the court determines:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-715(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
that the income tax return preparer:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-715(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
failed to comply with § 10–804(b)(2) or (c)(3) of this article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-715(c)(2)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
misrepresented the income tax return preparer’s experience, education, or registration as an income tax return preparer;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-715(c)(2)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
guaranteed the payment of a tax refund or a tax credit; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-715(c)(2)(i)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
engaged in any other fraudulent or deceptive conduct that substantially interferes with the proper administration of this article; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-715(c)(2)(i)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
that injunctive relief is appropriate to prevent the recurrence of the conduct specified in this paragraph.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-715(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The Attorney General shall bring the action in the county where the defendant:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-715(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
resides; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-715(c)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
engages in the practice of income tax return preparation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-715(c)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-715 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–716
(a)
The Comptroller shall assess a penalty of 25% of the amount of the underpayment of tax which is attributable to any substantial estate tax valuation understatement.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-716(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
For purposes of this section, there is a substantial estate tax valuation understatement if the value of any property claimed, or that should have been claimed, on any return of tax imposed by Title 7, Subtitle 3 of this article is 60% or less of the amount determined to be the correct amount of that valuation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-716(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A penalty may not be imposed under subsection (a) of this section unless the portion of the underpayment attributable to substantial estate tax valuation understatement is greater than $5,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-716(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-716 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–717
(a)
An income tax return preparer who is subject to § 10–824 of this article and who fails to file a return as required in § 10–824 of this article shall pay a penalty of $50 for that failure, unless it is shown that the failure is due to reasonable cause and is not due to willful neglect.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-717(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The total amount of the penalties assessed under subsection (a) of this section may not exceed $500 for all returns filed by an income tax return preparer for any taxable year.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-717(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-717 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–801
(a)
Unpaid tax, interest, and penalties shall be first paid and satisfied from the proceeds of a sale of any property of a person liable for the tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-801(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Notwithstanding subsection (a) of this section, a claim of a tax collector for unpaid tax, interest, and penalties shall be subordinate:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-801(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
to the claim of any purchaser, holder of a security interest, or mechanic’s lienor, as those terms are defined in § 6323(h) of the Internal Revenue Code, or to the claim of a judgment creditor whose lien attached before the claim for unpaid tax, interest, and penalties; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-801(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
to any claim described in § 6323(b), (c), or (d) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-801(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-801(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A judicial officer who makes a sale of property shall determine from a tax collector whether the owner of the property owes any tax, interest, or penalties.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-801(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The judicial officer is personally liable and the bond of the officer is liable for any tax, interest, or penalties not paid to the tax collector in violation of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-801(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-801(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Whenever property is taken in execution of an action to collect taxes, the tax collector may bid for and buy the property for the use of the State if the tax collector believes the purchase is necessary and proper for the protection of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-801(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A bid under paragraph (1) of this subsection may not exceed the claim of the State for unpaid taxes and the costs and expenses of the sale.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-801(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-801 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–802
If the transferee or auctioneer in a bulk transfer fails to file the notice required in § 11-505 of this article or to retain consideration in an amount equal to the claim of the Comptroller for unpaid sales and use tax:
(1)
any consideration in the bulk transfer is subject to a first priority right and lien for any sales and use tax that the transferor owes to the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-802(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the transferee or auctioneer is personally liable for the sales and use tax, interest and penalties that the transferor owes to the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-802(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-802 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–804
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
“Account” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
any funds from a demand deposit account, checking account, negotiable order of withdrawal account, savings account, time deposit account, money market mutual fund account, or certificate of deposit account;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(a)(2)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
any funds paid towards the purchase of shares or other interest in a financial institution, as defined in paragraph (4)(ii) and (iii) of this subsection; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(a)(2)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
any funds or property held by a financial institution, as defined in paragraph (4)(iv) or (v) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(a)(2)(i)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
“Account” does not include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
an account or portion of an account to which an obligor does not have access due to the pledge of the funds as security for a loan or other obligation;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(a)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
funds or property deposited to an account after the time that the financial institution initially attaches the account;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(a)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
an account or portion of an account to which the financial institution has a present right to exercise a right of setoff;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(a)(2)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
an account or portion of an account that has an account holder of interest named as an owner on the account; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(a)(2)(ii)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5.)
an account or portion of an account to which the obligor does not have an unconditional right of access.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(a)(2)(ii)(5.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Account holder of interest” means any person, other than the obligor, who asserts an ownership interest in an account.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
“Financial institution” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a depository institution, as defined in the Federal Deposit Insurance Act under 12 U.S.C. § 1813(c);
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(a)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a federal credit union or State credit union, as defined in the Federal Credit Union Act under 12 U.S.C. § 1752;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(a)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a State credit union regulated under Title 6 of the Financial Institutions Article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(a)(4)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
a virtual currency money transmitter that is regulated under Title 12 of the Financial Institutions Article; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(a)(4)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
a benefit association, insurance company, safe deposit company, money market mutual fund, or similar entity doing business in the State that holds property or maintains accounts reflecting property belonging to others.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(a)(4)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
“Obligor” means a person whose property is subject to a tax lien.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The Comptroller may request from a financial institution information and assistance to enable the Comptroller to enforce the tax laws of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Comptroller may request not more than four times a year from a financial institution the information set forth in subsection (d)(2) of this section concerning any obligor who is delinquent in the payment of taxes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A request for information by the Comptroller under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
contain:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the full name of the obligor and any other names known to be used by the obligor; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(c)(2)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the Social Security number or other taxpayer identification number of the obligor; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(c)(2)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
be transmitted to the financial institution in an electronic format unless the financial institution specifically asks the Comptroller to submit the request in writing.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Within 30 days after a financial institution receives a request for information under subsection (c) of this section, the financial institution shall, with respect to each obligor whose name the Comptroller submitted to the financial institution, submit a report to the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
Except as provided in subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, the report described in paragraph (1) of this subsection shall contain, to the extent reflected in the records of the financial institution:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(d)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
the full name of the obligor;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(d)(2)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the address of the obligor;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(d)(2)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
the Social Security number or other taxpayer identification number of the obligor;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(d)(2)(i)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
any other identifying information needed to ensure positive identification of the obligor; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(d)(2)(i)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5.)
for each account of the obligor, the obligor’s account number and balance.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(d)(2)(i)(5.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
For a financial institution that submits reports through the Federal Parent Locator Service under 42 U.S.C. § 666(a)(17), the report described in paragraph (1) of this subsection may contain information that meets the specifications required for financial data match reports under the Federal Parent Locator Service.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(d)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
A report submitted under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall be provided to the Comptroller in machine-readable form.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
The Comptroller shall pay the financial institution a reasonable fee, not to exceed the actual costs incurred by the financial institution to comply with the requirements of this section, less any fees received from other units of the State for the same report.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(d)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
The Comptroller may institute civil proceedings to enforce this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(d)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
A financial institution that complies with a request from the Comptroller by submitting a report to the Comptroller in accordance with subsection (d) of this section is not liable under State law to any person for any:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
disclosure of information to the Comptroller under this section; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
other action taken in good faith to comply with the requirements of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
A financial institution furnishing a report to the Comptroller under this section is prohibited from disclosing to an obligor that the name of that obligor has been received from or furnished to the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-804 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–805
(a)
Unpaid tax, interest, and penalties constitute a lien, in favor of the State, extending to all property and rights to property belonging to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-805(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the person required to pay the tax; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-805(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the fiduciary estate on which the tax is imposed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-805(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
Unpaid inheritance tax, interest, and penalties constitute a lien, in favor of the State, extending to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-805(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the assets of a small business for which an alternative payment schedule was granted under § 7-218 of this article; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-805(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
any other property on which inheritance tax is due.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-805(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
Unpaid Maryland estate tax and interest constitute a lien, in favor of the State, extending to the estate that is subject to the Maryland estate tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-805(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
Unpaid Maryland generation-skipping transfer tax and interest constitute a lien, in favor of the State, extending to any property included in the generation-skipping transfer for which the Maryland generation-skipping transfer tax is due.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-805(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-805 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–806
(a)
Unless another date is specified by law and except for a lien under subsection (b) of this section, a lien arises on the date of notice that the tax is due and continues until the earlier of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-806(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the date on which the lien is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-806(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
satisfied; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-806(a)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
released by the tax collector because the lien is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-806(a)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
unenforceable by reason of lapse of time; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-806(a)(1)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
uncollectible; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-806(a)(1)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
20 years after the date of assessment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-806(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-806(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, a lien for unpaid inheritance tax:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-806(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
arises on the date of distribution; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-806(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
continues for 20 years.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-806(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If the property is subject to a special valuation under § 7–211 of this article, a lien:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-806(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
arises on the date on which the interest in the property vests in possession; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-806(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
continues for 20 years.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-806(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
If the unpaid inheritance tax is attributable to the disqualification of property that was qualified for special valuation or exemption under § 7–211 of this article, the lien:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-806(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
arises on the date on which the decedent died; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-806(b)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
continues for 20 years.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-806(b)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-806 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–807
(a)
A tax collector may file a notice of tax lien with the clerk of the circuit court for the county where the property that is subject to the lien is located.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-807(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-807(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
On receipt of a notice of tax lien, the clerk of a circuit court promptly shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-807(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
record and index the lien; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-807(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
enter the lien in the judgment docket of the court.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-807(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The docket entry shall include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-807(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the name of the person whose property is subject to the tax lien; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-807(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the amount and date of the tax lien.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-807(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-807 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–808
From the date on which a tax lien is filed under § 13-807 of this subtitle, the lien has the full force and effect of a judgment lien.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-808 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–809
(a)
A tax lien shall be first paid and satisfied from the proceeds of a sale of any property of a person liable for the tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-809(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-809(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Notwithstanding subsection (a) of this section, a tax lien is not valid against any purchaser, holder of a security interest, mechanic’s lienor, or judgment lien creditor until notice of the tax lien has been filed under § 13-807 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-809(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Even if notice of a tax lien is filed, the lien is not valid against any claim described in § 6323(b), (c), or (d) of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-809(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The rules and definitions in § 6323(e), (h), and (i) of the Internal Revenue Code shall apply in construing this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-809(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-809 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–810
(a)
If a tax lien is not satisfied or released on or before the 15th day after the notice of the lien is filed, recorded, and indexed under § 13-807 of this subtitle, a qualified attorney who is a regular salaried employee of the Comptroller or, at the request of the tax collector, the Attorney General may bring an action in a court of the State to enforce the lien.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-810(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The following persons shall be made parties to the proceeding:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-810(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
each person who has a lien on the property that is sought to be subjected to the proceedings; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-810(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
each person who claims a right to or an interest in the property that is sought to be subjected to the proceedings.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-810(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The court, acting without a jury, shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-810(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
adjudicate all matters involved in the proceedings; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-810(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
determine the merits of all claims or liens.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-810(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
If the claim or interest of the State is established, the court may order:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-810(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a sale of the property or rights to property; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-810(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a distribution of any proceeds of sale in accordance with the interests of the parties and the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-810(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-810 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–811
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-811(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-811(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Paymaster”:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-811(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
means an employer’s officer, representative, agent, or employee charged with the duty of paying salary, wages, or other compensation for personal services to an employee named in a notice of lien; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-811(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
if the person named in a notice of lien is employed by the federal government or its instrumentality with an office in the State where employee records are kept, whether or not payroll records are kept or the payroll is prepared at that office, includes the employee who:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-811(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
is designated to keep and maintain employee records in that office; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-811(a)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
is or may be designated to receive and distribute pay checks to the employees.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-811(a)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Tax wage lien” means the lien on wages described in this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-811(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A tax lien for any tax administered by the Comptroller under this article extends to and covers all salary, wages, or other compensation for personal services that is due or becomes payable on or after the time the lien arises.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-811(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The Comptroller promptly shall give notice of a tax wage lien that states the lien amount, the type of tax, and the name of the person against whom the lien is taken by:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-811(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
certified mail, return receipt requested, under the postmark of the United States Postal Service, to the employer; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-811(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
personal service on the employer.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-811(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-811(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If an employer knows or has reason to know of the import of the contents of the certified mail and refuses to accept its delivery, service as required under subsection (c)(1) of this section is made when delivery is refused.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-811(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Service as required under subsection (c)(2) of this section is made when personal service is made on an officer or paymaster of the employer.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-811(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-811(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
From salary, wages, or other compensation for personal services that is due or becomes payable on or after the date on which a notice of wage lien is served to the date on which a notice of satisfaction or release of the wage lien is received, an employer or paymaster promptly shall pay to the Comptroller any salary, wages, or other compensation due to the delinquent taxpayer, excluding only those amounts specified in paragraph (2) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-811(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The amount excluded under paragraph (1) of this subsection from amounts paid to the delinquent taxpayer is the amount exempt from attachment provided in § 15-601.1 of the Commercial Law Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-811(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
The Comptroller promptly shall give a notice of satisfaction or release of a tax wage lien to each employer or paymaster who received notice of the wage lien.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-811(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
If, after service of a notice of a tax wage lien, an employer or paymaster pays an employee salary, wages, or other compensation for personal services in excess of the amount allowed in subsection (e)(2) of this section, the employer or paymaster or both shall be personally liable for the excess amount paid to the employee. However, the total amount that the Comptroller recovers may not exceed the total amount paid to the employee in violation of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-811(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-811 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–812
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Account”, “account holder of interest”, and “financial institution” have the meanings stated in § 13-804 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Obligor” means a person whose property is subject to a tax lien.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
The Comptroller may send notice of a tax lien to any financial institution that the Comptroller reasonably believes holds property subject to a tax lien.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
The notice to be sent under this paragraph shall be provided by:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
first-class mail, under the postmark of the United States Postal Service, at the address designated for this purpose by the financial institution or, if no address has been designated, to the principal office of the financial institution;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(b)(1)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
an electronic format agreed on by the Comptroller and the financial institution; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(b)(1)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
any other reasonable manner as agreed on by the Comptroller and the financial institution.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(b)(1)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The notice to be sent by the Comptroller to a financial institution under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall contain:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the name of the obligor;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the amount of the tax lien;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
the last known address of the obligor;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(b)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
the Social Security number or federal employer identification number of the obligor; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(b)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
a notice to immediately seize and attach from one or more accounts held by the financial institution in the name of the obligor an aggregate amount equal to the lesser of the amounts in all accounts or the amount of the tax lien.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(b)(2)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
On receipt of the notice described in subsection (b) of this section, the financial institution promptly shall seize and attach from one or more of the accounts of the obligor held by the financial institution an aggregate amount equal to the lesser of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the total of the amounts in all the accounts of the obligor held by the financial institution; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the amount stated in the notice sent under subsection (b) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Within 30 days after the financial institution receives the notice directing it to seize and attach accounts of the obligor, the financial institution shall send notice to the Comptroller, in the manner specified in subsection (b) of this section, specifying the aggregate amount held under this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
The financial institution may assess a fee against the accounts or the obligor, in addition to the amount identified in the notice under subsection (b) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(c)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
In the case of insufficient funds to cover both the fee and the amount identified in the notice under subsection (b) of this section, the financial institution may first deduct and retain the fee from the amount seized and attached as provided in this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(c)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
The financial institution may not be held liable to any person, including the Comptroller, the obligor, or any account holder of interest, for wrongful dishonor or for any other claim relating to the seizure and attachment of an account or other actions taken in compliance with this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(c)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Within 10 business days after the Comptroller has received notice from the financial institution under subsection (c)(2) of this section, the Comptroller shall send a notice to the obligor, by regular mail, to the obligor’s last known address.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The notice shall contain the following information, to the extent known by the Comptroller:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the address of the Comptroller;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(d)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the telephone number, address, and name of a contact person at the Office of the Comptroller;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(d)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
the name and Social Security number, federal employer identification number, or other taxpayer identification number of the obligor;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(d)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
the address of the obligor;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(d)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
for each account of the obligor, the name of the financial institution that has seized and attached amounts as required by this section;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(d)(2)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
the total amount of the tax lien owed by the obligor;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(d)(2)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vii)
the date the notice is being sent;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(d)(2)(vii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(viii)
a statement informing the obligor that the Comptroller has directed the financial institution to seize and attach the amount of the tax lien owed by the obligor from one or more of the accounts of the obligor and, on subsequent notice by the Comptroller, to forward the amount to the Comptroller; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(d)(2)(viii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ix)
a statement informing the obligor that, unless a timely challenge is made by the obligor or an account holder of interest under subsection (g) of this section, the Comptroller shall notify the financial institution to forward the amount seized and attached by the financial institution to the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(d)(2)(ix) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The Comptroller shall not be obligated to send the notice described in paragraphs (1) and (2) of this subsection if, prior to the time that the notice must be sent, the Comptroller and the obligor agree to an arrangement under which the obligor will pay amounts owed under the tax lien.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If a timely challenge is not made by the obligor or an account holder of interest under subsection (g) of this section, the Comptroller shall send a notice to the financial institution, in the manner specified in subsection (b) of this section, directing the institution to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
forward the amount seized and attached by the financial institution to the Comptroller;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(e)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
reduce the amount seized and attached by the financial institution to a revised amount as stated, forward the revised amount to the Comptroller, and release the excess amount; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(e)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
release the amount seized and attached by the financial institution.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(e)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Comptroller may send the notice described in paragraph (1) of this subsection before the time for filing a timely challenge under subsection (g) of this section on agreement among the Comptroller, the obligor, and, if the Comptroller is aware of an account holder of interest, the account holder of interest.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
The Comptroller shall apply the amount seized and forwarded by the financial institution to the obligor’s tax lien obligation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
An obligor or an account holder of interest may challenge the actions of the Comptroller under this section by filing a motion with the circuit court within 10 days of the date of the notice sent under subsection (d)(1) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(g)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
An obligor or an account holder of interest may challenge the actions of the Comptroller based on:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(g)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a mistake in the identity of the obligor;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(g)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a mistake in the ownership of the account;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(g)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a mistake in the contents of the account;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(g)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
invalidity of the Comptroller’s actions under § 11-603 of the Courts Article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(g)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
a mistake in the amount of the lien obligation due; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(g)(2)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
any other good cause.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(g)(2)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
An obligor or an account holder of interest may not challenge the actions of the Comptroller based on a mistake or error in the original tax assessment underlying the tax lien against the obligor.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(g)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Comptroller may withdraw the notice to seize and attach accounts by sending notice to the financial institution, in the manner specified in subsection (b) of this section, directing the financial institution to release the attachment on the accounts.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(h)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If a determination is made by the Comptroller or by the circuit court that the account or accounts of the obligor should not have been held, the Comptroller shall notify the financial institution, in the manner specified in subsection (b) of this section, to release the amount seized and attached by the financial institution.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(h)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
If a determination is made by the Comptroller or by the circuit court, pursuant to a challenge under subsection (g) of this section, to reduce the amount seized and attached by the financial institution, the Comptroller shall notify the financial institution, in the manner specified in subsection (b) of this section, to revise the amount as stated, forward the revised amount to the Comptroller, and release the excess amount seized and attached by the financial institution.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(h)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
If a challenge made under subsection (g) of this section is denied by the circuit court, the Comptroller shall notify the financial institution, in the manner specified in subsection (b) of this section, to forward the amount seized and attached by the financial institution to the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(h)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
A financial institution that complies with a notice from the Comptroller sent under this section is not liable under State law to any person for:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
any disclosure of information to the Comptroller under this section;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(i)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
seizing and attaching any amounts from an account or sending any amount seized and attached by the financial institution to the Comptroller; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(i)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
any other action taken in good faith to comply with the requirements of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(i)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(j)
A financial institution has no obligation to reimburse fees assessed as a result of the Comptroller instituting an action under this section or as otherwise permitted by law or authorized by contract.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(j) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(k)
This section may not be construed to prohibit the Comptroller from collecting taxes due from the obligor in any other manner authorized by law.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812(k) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-812 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–815
(a)
Within the period allowed in Subtitle 11 of this title, an action to collect tax imposed under this article may be brought in a court of competent jurisdiction.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-815(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
If a person owes State and county or municipal corporation taxes to the same tax collector, an action under this section may combine claims for those taxes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-815(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-815 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–816
(a)
If a tax under this article is not paid when due, the Governor, tax collector, or Treasurer shall ask a qualified attorney who is a regular salaried employee of the Comptroller or the Attorney General to bring an action against the person responsible to pay the tax, unless a lien on real property under Part II of this subtitle sufficiently secures the tax or a judgment in the action would not be collectible.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-816(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-816(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If a request is made under subsection (a) of this section, the attorney or the Attorney General shall bring the action.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-816(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
In an action under this section, the plaintiff shall be:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-816(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-816(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the Treasurer; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-816(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
the tax collector authorized by law to collect the tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-816(b)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
If the attorney or Attorney General and the tax collector agree that the full amount of the claim is not collectible, the attorney or Attorney General may:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-816(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
compromise the claim;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-816(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
accept a lesser amount; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-816(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
issue a release of the claim or a satisfaction of the judgment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-816(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-816 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–817
(a)
In an action under § 13-816 of this subtitle, a request for attachment before judgment against any asset of the defendant may be filed in accordance with the Maryland Rules.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-817(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The plaintiff in the action is not required to file an attachment bond.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-817(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-817 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–818
(a)
If the plaintiff in an action under § 13-816 of this subtitle requests, the action shall be tried as soon as the action is at issue and shall take precedence over all other civil cases.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-818(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
In an action under § 13-816 of this subtitle, a certificate of the tax collector that shows the amount of tax, penalty, and interest due:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-818(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
is prima facie evidence of the amount of tax, penalty, and interest; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-818(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
imposes on the defendant the burden of proving that the tax, penalty, and interest have been paid or any other defense.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-818(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-818 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–821
(a)
Notwithstanding any other provision of this title, if a tax collector finds that the collection of a tax under this article will be jeopardized by the departure, from the State, of the person required to pay the tax, the removal of property from the State, the concealment of the person or the property, or any other act, the tax collector immediately may assess the tax, interest, and penalty as a jeopardy assessment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-821(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The tax collector shall mail to the person required to pay the tax a notice of jeopardy assessment that states:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-821(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the findings about the jeopardy of tax collection;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-821(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the amount of the assessment; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-821(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
a demand that the person immediately:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-821(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
pay the assessment; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-821(b)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
submit evidence that collection of the tax is not in jeopardy.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-821(b)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The findings of the tax collector about the jeopardy of tax collection are final and conclusive.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-821(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
If, within the 10 days after a notice of jeopardy assessment is mailed, a person fails to comply with the notice, the tax collector may take any action to collect the unpaid tax as authorized under this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-821(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-821 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–824
To protect tax revenue, a tax collector may, to the extent allowed or required under § 13-825 of this subtitle:
(1)
set an amount to secure payment of the tax, interest, and penalty that is due or may become due; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-824(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
require acceptable security to be posted.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-824(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-824 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–825
(a)
The Comptroller may require a person whose gross receipts are subject to admissions and amusement tax and whose business is not a permanent operation in the State to post security for the tax in the amount that the Comptroller determines.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The Comptroller shall require:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a manufacturer, wholesaler, or nonresident winery permit holder who sells or delivers beer or wine to retailers in the State to post security for the alcoholic beverage tax:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
in an amount not less than:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
$1,000 for beer; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(b)(1)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
$1,000 for wine; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(b)(1)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
if the alcoholic beverage tax on beer and wine paid in any 1 month exceeds $1,000, in an additional amount at least equal to the excess;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a manufacturer or wholesaler who sells or delivers any distilled spirits or any wine and distilled spirits in the State to post a security for the alcoholic beverage tax:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
in an amount not less than $5,000; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
in an additional amount:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
equal to twice the amount of its largest monthly alcoholic beverage tax liability for wine and distilled spirits in the preceding calendar year less $5,000; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(b)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
if the information for the preceding calendar year is not available or cannot be provided, equal to the amount that the Comptroller requires; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(b)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
except as provided in subsection (i) of this section, a holder of a direct wine shipper’s permit to post security for the alcoholic beverage tax in an amount not less than $1,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The Comptroller may require a person whose gross receipts are subject to the boxing and wrestling tax to post security for the boxing and wrestling tax in the amount that the Comptroller determines.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
The Comptroller may require a real estate investment trust to post security for income tax in the amount that the Comptroller requires, if the trust:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
does not hold property in the State; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
holds insufficient property in the State to provide adequate security for the income tax if the property were to become subject to a lien under this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
The Comptroller may require a person seeking a refund of motor carrier tax to post security for the tax in an amount of not less than $5,000 but not more than $100,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
The Comptroller shall require an applicant for any license under Title 9 of this article, except for a Class “W” license, to post security for the motor fuel tax in the amount that the Comptroller requires, but not less than:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
$200,000 for a Class “A” license;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
$50,000 for a Class “B” license;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
$10,000 for a Class “C” license;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(f)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
$200,000 for a Class “D” license;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(f)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
$1,000 for a Class “F” license;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(f)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
$10,000 for a Class “G–Temporary” license;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(f)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
$1,000 for a Class “S” license; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(f)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(8)
$1,000 for a Class “U” license.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(f)(8) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
The Comptroller may require a person subject to the sales and use tax to post security for the tax in the amount that the Comptroller determines.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Comptroller may require a person subject to the tobacco tax to post security for the tax in the following amounts:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(h)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
for a manufacturer or wholesaler:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(h)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
$10,000; plus
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(h)(1)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the amount, if any, by which the tobacco tax due for any 1 month exceeds $10,000;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(h)(1)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
for a subwholesaler or vending machine operator:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(h)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
$1,000; plus
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(h)(1)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the amount, if any, by which the tobacco tax due for any 1 month exceeds $1,000;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(h)(1)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
for an other tobacco products wholesaler:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(h)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
$5,000; plus
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(h)(1)(iii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the amount, if any, by which the tobacco tax due for any 1 month exceeds $5,000; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(h)(1)(iii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
for an out–of–state seller:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(h)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
$5,000; plus
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(h)(1)(iv)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
the amount, if any, by which the tobacco tax due for any reporting period exceeds $5,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(h)(1)(iv)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Except as provided in paragraph (5) of this subsection, the Comptroller may exempt a person from posting security for the tobacco tax if the person is and has been for the past 5 years:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(h)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
licensed as required under § 16–202 of the Business Regulation Article to act as a wholesaler, § 16.5–201 to act as an other tobacco products wholesaler, or § 16.9–201 to act as a remote tobacco seller; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(h)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(h)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
in continuous compliance with the tobacco tax laws, as determined under paragraph (3) of this subsection; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(h)(2)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
in continuous compliance with the conditions of the person’s security posted under this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(h)(2)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
For purposes of paragraph (2) of this subsection, a person is in continuous compliance with the tobacco tax laws for a period if the person has not, at any time during that period:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(h)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
failed to pay any tobacco tax or any tobacco tax assessment when due;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(h)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
failed to file a tobacco tax return when due; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(h)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
otherwise violated any of the provisions of this title, Title 12 of this article, or Title 16, Title 16.5, or Title 16.9 of the Business Regulation Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(h)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(h)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
An exemption granted under paragraph (2) of this subsection is effective only to the extent that a person’s potential tobacco tax liability does not exceed an amount determined by the Comptroller based on the person’s experience during the 5–year compliance period under paragraph (2) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(h)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
The Comptroller may revoke an exemption granted to a person under paragraph (2) of this subsection if the person at any time fails to be in continuous compliance with the tobacco tax laws, as described in paragraph (3) of this subsection.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(h)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
The Comptroller may reinstate an exemption revoked under subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph if the person meets the requirements of paragraph (2)(i) and (ii) of this subsection for a period of 2 years following the revocation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(h)(4)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
The Comptroller may not exempt a person from posting a bond or other security for the tobacco tax unless the Comptroller determines that the person is solvent and financially able to pay the person’s potential tobacco tax liability.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(h)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
If a corporation is granted an exemption from posting a bond or other security for the tobacco tax, any officer of the corporation who exercises direct control over its fiscal management is personally liable for any tobacco tax, interest and penalties owed by the corporation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(h)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
A person need not post security under subsection (b)(3) of this section if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the person is a manufacturer that has posted security under subsection (b)(2) of this section; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(i)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
at any time starting 3 years after the Comptroller first issues a direct wine shipper’s permit to the person, the Comptroller:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(i)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
determines that the person has a substantial record of tax and reporting compliance; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(i)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
waives the security requirement.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825(i)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-825 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–826
The following securities are acceptable:
(1)
a bond issued by a surety company that is authorized to do business in the State and is approved by the State Insurance Commissioner as to solvency and responsibility;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-826(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
cash in an amount that the tax collector approves;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-826(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
marketable securities that the tax collector approves; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-826(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
for admissions and amusement tax, alcoholic beverage tax, boxing and wrestling tax, and tobacco tax, an irrevocable letter of credit:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-826(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
in an amount that the Comptroller approves; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-826(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
with a date certain for coverage during the collection period.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-826(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-826 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–827
When a tax collector requires a person to post security under § 13-825 of this subtitle, the tax collector shall mail the person a notice of the requirement and the amount required to be posted.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-827 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–828
(a)
If, within 5 days after the date on which the notice to post security is mailed to a person, the person submits to the tax collector a written request for a hearing, the tax collector shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-828(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
hold the hearing; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-828(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
at the hearing, make a final determination of the necessity for, propriety of, and amount of the security.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-828(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The tax collector shall mail the person a notice of the final determination.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-828(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-828 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–829
(a)
Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, a person shall post the security required under § 13-825 of this subtitle within 5 days after the date on which the notice is mailed under § 13-827 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-829(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
If a hearing is held under § 13-828 of this subtitle, a person shall post the security within 15 days after the date on which the notice of the tax collector’s final determination is mailed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-829(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-829 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–830
If the tax, interest, and penalty are not paid when due, the tax collector, without notice to the person who posted the security under § 13-829 of this subtitle, may:
(1)
apply a cash or security deposit to the tax, interest, or penalty; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-830(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
sell a security at public or private auction and apply the proceeds of the sale to the tax, interest, or penalty.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-830(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-830 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–831
(a)
Except for a liability that has accrued or will accrue before the date of release or discharge, a surety is released and discharged from liability on a bond to the State 60 days after the surety submits to the tax collector a written request for release or discharge.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-831(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
On receipt of a written request from a surety for release and discharge, the tax collector promptly shall give the person who posted the bond notice that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-831(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the surety has asked to be released and discharged from liability on the bond; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-831(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a substitute security must be filed before the date on which the surety is released and discharged under subsection (a) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-831(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-831 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–832
(a)
Subject to the limitation in subsection (b) of this section, if a tax under this article is referred for collection to an independent agency with which the Comptroller has contracted for the collection of taxes, in addition to interest and penalties required to be assessed under this subtitle the Comptroller shall assess a collection fee sufficient to cover all collection costs charged by the agency to the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-832(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The collection fee assessed by the Comptroller under paragraph (a) of this section may not, as a percentage, exceed the percentage of the fee charged by the Central Collection Unit in accordance with § 3-304(a)(2) of the State Finance and Procurement Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-832(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
For reasonable cause, the Comptroller may waive or reduce a collection fee assessed under this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-832(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-832 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–834
(a)
In this Part VI of this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-834(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
“Contraband alcoholic beverage” means an alcoholic beverage, as defined in § 5–101 of this article:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-834(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
on which alcoholic beverage tax is not paid; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-834(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
that is delivered, possessed, sold, or transported in the State in a manner not authorized under Title 5 of this article or the Alcoholic Beverages Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-834(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
“Contraband tobacco products” means cigarettes or other tobacco products, as defined in § 12-101 of this article:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-834(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
on which tobacco tax is not paid; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-834(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
that are delivered, possessed, sold, or transported in the State in a manner not authorized under Title 12 of this article or Title 16 of the Business Regulation Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-834(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
“Contraband motor fuel” means motor fuel, as defined in § 9-101 of this article:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-834(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
on which motor fuel tax is not paid; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-834(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
that is delivered, possessed, sold, or transferred in the State in a manner not authorized under Title 9 of this article or Title 10 of the Business Regulation Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-834(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
“Conveyance” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-834(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
an aircraft, vehicle, or vessel used to transport alcoholic beverages, cigarettes, or other tobacco products; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-834(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a tank car, vehicle, or vessel that is used to transport motor fuel and that, exclusive of any tank used for its own propulsion, has a capacity exceeding 50 gallons.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-834(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-834 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–835
(a)
The Comptroller, the Executive Director, or a peace officer of the State may:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-835(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
seize contraband alcoholic beverages or contraband tobacco products in the State without a warrant;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-835(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
stop and search a conveyance in the State if the Comptroller, the Executive Director, or officer knows or has reason to suspect that the conveyance is being used to transport in the State contraband tobacco products having a retail value of $100 or more or contraband alcoholic beverages; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-835(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
seize a conveyance being used in the State to transport contraband alcoholic beverages or contraband tobacco products.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-835(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A police officer of the State may:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-835(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
seize any contraband motor fuel in the State without a warrant;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-835(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
stop and search a conveyance in the State for contraband motor fuel if the officer has probable cause to believe that the conveyance is being used to carry contraband motor fuel in the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-835(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
seize a conveyance being used to transport contraband motor fuel.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-835(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-835 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–836
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-836(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If contraband alcoholic beverages or contraband tobacco products are seized:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-836(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the Comptroller, the Executive Director, or police officer shall give a notice of seizure to the person from whom the property is seized at the time of the seizure; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-836(a)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the Comptroller or the Executive Director shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-836(a)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
where possible, give a notice of seizure to the registered owner of a seized conveyance; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-836(a)(1)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
publish a notice of seizure of the conveyance in a newspaper of general circulation in the county where the seizure occurred.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-836(a)(1)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If contraband motor fuel is seized, within 48 hours after the seizure, not including weekends and holidays, the Comptroller shall give a notice of seizure to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-836(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the owner of the contraband motor fuel;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-836(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the registered owner of the seized conveyance; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-836(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
any secured party noted in the records of the Motor Vehicle Administration.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-836(a)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
A notice of seizure shall state the right of an owner or other interested person, including a secured party of record, to file a claim for the return of the seized property.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-836(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-836(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A police officer who seizes a conveyance used to transport contraband alcoholic beverages promptly shall notify the Comptroller and the Executive Director of the seizure.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-836(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A police officer who seizes any contraband tobacco products or conveyance used to transport contraband tobacco products shall deliver the seized cigarettes or other tobacco products and conveyance to the Comptroller or the Executive Director, as appropriate.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-836(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
A police officer who seizes any contraband motor fuel shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-836(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
deliver the seized contraband motor fuel and conveyance to the Comptroller; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-836(b)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
if the seized conveyance is operated by a common carrier, regulated by either the Maryland Public Service Commission or the Interstate Commerce Commission, and transports motor fuel for another person, for a fee, direct the operator of the conveyance to take it to a location that the Comptroller designates.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-836(b)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
For a seized conveyance transporting contraband motor fuel that is operated by a common carrier, the Comptroller shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-836(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
remove the contraband from the conveyance at the location that the Comptroller designates;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-836(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
retain the contraband, subject to §§ 13-840 and 13-841 of this subtitle;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-836(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
after removing the contraband, release the conveyance to its operator; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-836(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
reimburse the common carrier for all tariff charges applicable to the movement of the conveyance from:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-836(c)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the place of seizure to the location where the contraband motor fuel was removed; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-836(c)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the place where the contraband motor fuel was removed to the nearer of the common carrier’s home terminal or the place of seizure.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-836(c)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-836 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–837
The owner or another person with an interest in seized property may file a claim for the return of the property with the Comptroller or the Executive Director within 30 days after:
(1)
the seizure of alcoholic beverages, cigarettes, other tobacco products, motor fuel or conveyances used to transport motor fuel; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-837(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a notice of seizure of a conveyance used to transport alcoholic beverages, cigarettes, or other tobacco products is published.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-837(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-837 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–838
(a)
A person forfeits any interest, right, or title to property that is seized for violation of the alcoholic beverage tax laws if the person:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-838(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
fails to file a claim for return of the seized property within the time allowed under § 13–837 of this subtitle; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-838(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
is adjudged guilty of violating the alcoholic beverage tax laws.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-838(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-838(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If, within the time allowed to file a claim under § 13–837 of this subtitle, a person who has a lien interest in property seized for violation of the alcoholic beverage tax law files a petition, the circuit court for the county in which property is seized shall proceed in rem to hear and determine the question of forfeiture of the interest by the lien holder.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-838(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If the circuit court finds that the lien holder had knowledge of the intended unlawful use of the property, the interest, right, and title of a lien holder shall be forfeited.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-838(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
Absent a finding under paragraph (2) of this subsection, the Comptroller or the Executive Director, as appropriate, in the best interest of the State may:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-838(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
pay the outstanding indebtedness secured by the lawful lien and keep the property; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-838(b)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
deliver the property to the lien holder.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-838(b)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-838 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–839
(a)
If a person files a claim for return of seized alcoholic beverages, cigarettes, other tobacco products, or a conveyance used for their transportation under § 13–837 of this subtitle, the Comptroller, the Executive Director, or their designee shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-839(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
promptly act on the request and hold an informal hearing;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-839(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
direct the return of alcoholic beverages, cigarettes, or other tobacco products unless the Comptroller, the Executive Director, or their designee has satisfactory proof that the person was not in compliance with any provisions of Title 5 or Title 12 of this article at the time of seizure; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-839(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
direct the return of the conveyance if the Comptroller, the Executive Director, or their designee has satisfactory proof that the owner of the conveyance was not willfully evading any provisions of Title 5 or Title 12 of this article at the time of seizure.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-839(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The Comptroller, the Executive Director, or their designee shall grant or deny the application for return of seized alcoholic beverages, cigarettes, other tobacco products, or a conveyance in accordance with subsection (a) of this section by mailing the person a notice of final determination.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-839(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-839 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–840
(a)
If a person files with the Comptroller a claim for return of the seized motor fuel or conveyances used in its transportation, the Comptroller shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-840(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
provide an opportunity for a hearing; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-840(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
if requested by the claimant, conduct the hearing within 5 working days after the claim is received.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-840(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The Comptroller shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-840(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
make a final determination of whether the property should be forfeited within 2 working days after the date of the conclusion of the hearing; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-840(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
mail a notice of the final determination on the date on which that determination is made.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-840(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-840 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–841
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-841(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Contraband alcoholic beverages that are seized under this title and forfeited may be disposed of or destroyed in the manner allowed under §§ 6–105, 6–106, and 6–328 of the Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-841(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Comptroller or the Executive Director, as appropriate, shall sell at public auction a conveyance that is seized under this title in connection with contraband alcoholic beverages and forfeited.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-841(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-841(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Comptroller or the Executive Director, as appropriate, shall sell contraband tobacco products seized under this title and forfeited to a State institution, a nonprofit charitable institution, a licensed cigarette wholesaler, or a licensed cigarette manufacturer in the manner the Comptroller or Executive Director determines.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-841(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Comptroller or the Executive Director, as appropriate, shall sell at public auction a conveyance that is seized under this title in connection with contraband tobacco products and forfeited.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-841(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-841(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If either the Comptroller or, on appeal, a court determines that seized conveyance or motor fuel is not subject to forfeiture:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-841(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the Comptroller is not required to return the motor fuel seized to the owner or other interested person who filed the claim for return of the property, but may, at the option of the Comptroller, pay to the person an amount equal to the value of the motor fuel as determined by the average wholesale value on the date of seizure for the Baltimore Terminal as reported by a nationally recognized oil price reporting service on the date of seizure; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-841(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the Comptroller shall return the conveyance to the registered owner and shall have no further liability to the registered owner.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-841(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If a seized conveyance or motor fuel is forfeited, the Comptroller shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-841(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-841(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
use the contraband motor fuel for any public purpose; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-841(c)(2)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
sell the contraband motor fuel to any person; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-841(c)(2)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
sell the seized conveyance to any person.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-841(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-841(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In the manner required under Title 2 of this article for distributions of revenue, the Comptroller shall distribute the net proceeds from the sale of any conveyance or other property under this section after paying:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-841(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the costs incurred in conjunction with the seizure and disposal of the property;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-841(d)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the cost of the sale; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-841(d)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
any bona fide lien against the conveyance.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-841(d)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If the Executive Director sells at public auction a conveyance or other property seized under this section, the Executive Director shall transfer the net proceeds of the sale to the Comptroller for distribution under Title 2 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-841(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-841 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–842
A person who possessed contraband alcoholic beverages, contraband tobacco products, or contraband motor fuel that are seized and sold under this section is not relieved from any penalty under this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-842 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–845
(a)
Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, if the inheritance tax determined on an interest in property under § 7-209, § 7-210, or § 7-211 of this article is not paid when due, the court that has jurisdiction to administer the estate shall order the personal representative to sell as much of the interest in property on which inheritance tax is unpaid as is necessary to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-845(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
pay inheritance tax on the property; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-845(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
pay the expenses of the sale.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-845(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A court may not order the sale of an interest in property under subsection (a) of this section after the period provided for the lien on the property under § 13-806 of this subtitle has expired.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-845(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-845 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–901
(a)
A claim for refund may be filed with the tax collector who collects the tax, fee, or charge by a claimant who:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
erroneously pays to the State a greater amount of tax, fee, charge, interest, or penalty than is properly and legally payable;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
pays to the State a tax, fee, charge, interest, or penalty that is erroneously, illegally, or wrongfully assessed or collected in any manner; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
pays a tax qualifying for refund under subsections (b) through (h) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A claim for refund of alcoholic beverage tax may be filed by a claimant who:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
buys alcoholic beverages that are exempt under § 5–104(b) of this article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
discontinues an alcoholic beverage business;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
discontinues the sale and delivery in the State of alcoholic beverages in certain container sizes; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
holds alcoholic beverages for sale that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(b)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
are condemned by an authorized official; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(b)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
if the claim is $250 or more, are lost, rendered unmarketable, or destroyed in the State due to fire, flood, or other disaster, or due to vandalism or malicious mischief, except loss due to theft.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(b)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A claim for refund of income tax may be filed by a claimant whose Maryland taxable income is decreased as a result of a federal contract renegotiation under § 1481 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A claim for refund of income tax under this subsection or subsection (a) of this section may be filed:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
by the claimant; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
on behalf of the claimant, by a person allowed to file a return under § 10–808 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
A claim for refund of Maryland estate tax or Maryland generation–skipping transfer tax may be filed by a claimant required to pay the tax if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the Maryland estate tax is decreased as a result of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a decrease in the federal estate tax on the estate; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(d)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
an inheritance tax payment made after a Maryland estate tax payment; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(d)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the Maryland generation–skipping transfer tax is decreased as a result of a decrease in the federal generation–skipping transfer tax on the generation–skipping transfer.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
A claim for refund of motor carrier tax may be filed by a claimant who has excess motor carrier tax credit, if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the claimant has provided the security required for a motor carrier under § 13–825 of this title; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the Comptroller has audited the records of the claimant.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraph (3) of this subsection, a claim for refund of motor fuel tax may be filed by a claimant who pays the tax on:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
aviation fuel, as defined in § 9–101 of this article, that is:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
dispensed to aircraft by an aircraft manufacturing company located in the State; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
used:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
by a person who engages in agricultural activities; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(i)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
in an aircraft that is used for agricultural purposes at least 70% of the time that the aircraft is used; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(i)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
motor fuel, as defined in § 9–101 of this article, that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
is used to operate:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
a bus that is used only in the operation of a transportation system of a political subdivision of the State to transport the public on regular schedules between fixed termini, as defined in Title 11 of the Transportation Article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(ii)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
farm equipment that is used for an agricultural purpose and is not registered to operate on a public highway;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(ii)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(C.)
fire or rescue apparatus or vehicles by a volunteer fire company or nonprofit volunteer rescue company incorporated in the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(ii)(C.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(D.)
an internal combustion engine that is installed permanently at a fixed location;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(ii)(D.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(E.)
a vehicle that is owned and used by a Maryland chapter of the American Red Cross or a bona fide unit of a national veterans’ organization; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(ii)(E.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(F.)
a vehicle that is used only in the operation of a transportation system of a political subdivision of the State to transport the public on demand response trips;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(ii)(F.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
is bought by:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
the United States or a unit of the United States government;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(ii)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
the Department of General Services for use by State agencies;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(ii)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(C.)
a county board of education for use in a school bus owned by a county board of education;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(ii)(C.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(D.)
a school bus operator under contract with a county board of education for use in a school bus used to transport the county’s public school students; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(ii)(D.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(E.)
a person who is required to pay a tax on the same fuel to another state;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(ii)(E.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3.)
except for any operation of a motor vehicle on a public highway in the State, is used for a commercial purpose, including:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(ii)(3.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
the operation of a vessel used only for commercial purposes;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(ii)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
commercial cleaning; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(ii)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(C.)
commercial dyeing;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(ii)(C.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4.)
is used in any of the following vehicles that have pumping or other equipment mechanically or hydraulically driven by the engine that propels the vehicle:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(ii)(4.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
a concrete mixing motor vehicle or concrete pump truck;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(ii)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
a motor fuel delivery vehicle;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(ii)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(C.)
a solid waste compacting vehicle;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(ii)(C.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(D.)
a well–drilling vehicle; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(ii)(D.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(E.)
farm equipment registered as a vehicle for highway use that is designed or adapted solely and used exclusively for bulk farm spreading of agriculture liming materials, chemicals, or fertilizer;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(ii)(E.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5.)
is used by a system of transportation based in the State, in a vehicle that is used to provide transportation to elderly or low income individuals, or individuals with disabilities, if the system is operated by a nonprofit organization for purposes relating to the charge for which the nonprofit organization was established and the nonprofit organization:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(ii)(5.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(A.)
is exempt for federal income tax purposes under § 501(c) of the Internal Revenue Code;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(ii)(A.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(B.)
is funded to provide transportation to elderly or low income individuals, or individuals with disabilities;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(ii)(B.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(C.)
receives part of its operating funding from the Maryland Department of Transportation or the Maryland Department of Health;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(ii)(C.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(D.)
has stated in its charter or bylaws that operating transportation services for elderly or low income individuals, or individuals with disabilities, is one of the purposes for which it was established; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(ii)(D.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(E.)
is actively operating a system of transportation for elderly or low income individuals, or individuals with disabilities; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(ii)(E.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6.)
is lost as a result of fire, collision, or other casualty, except for loss in ordinary transportation and storage.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(1)(ii)(6.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A refund based on a claim under paragraph (1)(ii)4 of this subsection may not exceed the following percentages of the motor fuel tax paid:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
35% for a concrete mixing vehicle or concrete pump truck;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
55% for farm equipment, registered as a vehicle for highway use, that is designed or adapted solely and used exclusively for bulk spreading of agriculture liming materials, chemicals, or fertilizers;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
10% for a motor fuel delivery vehicle;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
15% for a solid waste compacting vehicle; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
80% for a well–drilling vehicle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(2)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
A person may not make a claim for a refund of motor fuel tax under paragraph (1)(ii)1B of this subsection for motor fuel used to operate a farm truck under the provisions of § 8–602(c) of the Transportation Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(f)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
A claim for refund of sales and use tax may be filed by a claimant who:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
pays the tax on a sale exempt under § 11–216 of this article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(g)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
refunds the tax to a buyer in a canceled or rescinded sale under § 11–403(c) or § 11–403.1(c) of this article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(g)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
pays the tax in a canceled or rescinded sale for which the vendor or marketplace facilitator refuses to refund the tax as required under § 11–403(c) or § 11–403.1(c) of this article; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(g)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
pays the tax under § 11–408(c) of this article on a cash sale or sale for use that is not a retail sale.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(g)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A claim for refund of tobacco tax may be filed by a claimant who buys tobacco tax stamps that:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(h)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
are affixed erroneously to anything other than a package of cigarettes;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(h)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
are affixed to a package of unsalable cigarettes;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(h)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
are canceled by the Comptroller;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(h)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
if the claim is $250 or more, are lost or destroyed in the State due to fire, flood, or other disaster, vandalism, or malicious mischief;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(h)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(v)
mutilated or damaged, whether or not affixed to a package of cigarettes; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(h)(1)(v) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(vi)
subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, are lost due to theft.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(h)(1)(vi) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(h)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
A claimant may receive a refund for tobacco tax stamps lost due to theft by providing to the Comptroller:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(h)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
a copy of the police report with a detailed inventory of the stolen property, including when the property was ordered, loaded onto the truck, and stamped; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(h)(2)(i)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
a notarized affidavit signed by the claimant under penalty of perjury attesting to the truth of the information provided in the claim for a refund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(h)(2)(i)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
If the stolen property is recovered, the claimant shall notify the Comptroller and return any refund received under this paragraph.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(h)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
In addition to other penalties authorized by law, a claimant is subject to a fine of double the amount of any tax refund received under this paragraph for making a false claim.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(h)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
The Comptroller may adopt regulations to carry out this paragraph.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901(h)(2)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-901 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–902
A claim for refund shall be:
(1)
made, under oath, in the form that the tax collector requires; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-902(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
supported by the documents that the tax collector requires, including original invoices showing alcoholic beverage and motor fuel purchases.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-902(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-902 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–903
A claim for refund shall be filed within the time required under § 13-1104 of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-903 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–904
(a)
The tax collector shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-904(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
investigate each claim for refund; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-904(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
conduct a hearing at the request of the claimant prior to a final determination on the claim.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-904(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The tax collector shall give the claimant notice of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-904(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the determination of the claim for refund; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-904(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
any delay in paying an allowed claim.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-904(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-904 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–905
(a)
Subject to the additional provisions under this section, a tax collector shall pay any claim for refund that has been allowed by the tax collector unless:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-905(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the claimant has not paid all other taxes, fees, or charges payable to the State; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-905(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the amount of the refund due is less than $1.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-905(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
If a claim for refund of income tax is based on a return that is filed jointly by the personal representative and surviving spouse of a decedent, the Comptroller shall pay the claim to the estate of the decedent.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-905(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The payment of income tax refunds is subject to tax refund interception under § 10–113 of the Family Law Article and §§ 13–912 through 13–919 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-905(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
The Comptroller may not pay a refund of excess motor carrier tax credit unless the motor carrier has complied with Title 9, Subtitle 2 of this article and regulations adopted under it for a full registration year and the Comptroller, in the Comptroller’s discretion, allows the refund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-905(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
For a claim of refund for sales and use tax, the Comptroller shall either:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-905(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
pay the refund; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-905(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
allow a credit of the amount of the refund on subsequent sales and use tax payments due from the claimant.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-905(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
If requested by a claimant on a form provided by the Comptroller, the Comptroller shall directly deposit portions of an income tax refund into at least two accounts at one or more financial institutions.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-905(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-905 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–906
(a)
In this section, “register” means the register of wills of a county.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-906(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-906(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If a person is required to pay inheritance tax the payment of which would reduce the Maryland estate tax imposed on an estate and would entitle the estate to a Maryland estate tax refund, on the written request of the personal representative of the estate, the Comptroller may pay directly to the register, to be applied against the inheritance tax, any Maryland estate tax refund to which the estate would be entitled as a result of the payment of the inheritance tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-906(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If a person becomes entitled to an inheritance tax refund the payment of which would result in an increase in the Maryland estate tax imposed on an estate, on the written request of the person making a claim for the inheritance tax refund or if a claim for an inheritance tax refund has not been made, the register may pay the inheritance tax refund directly to the Comptroller to be applied against any unpaid Maryland estate tax or additional Maryland estate tax that would become due as a result of the inheritance tax refund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-906(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
If a payment from the Comptroller to the register or from the register to the Comptroller under subsection (b) of this section does not discharge a person’s tax liability in its entirety, the person shall pay any remaining unpaid inheritance tax to the register or any remaining unpaid Maryland estate tax to the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-906(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
Payment by the Comptroller to the register or by the register to the Comptroller under subsection (b) of this section shall satisfy the obligation of the register or Comptroller to pay a refund to the extent of the payment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-906(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-906 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–908
(a)
If the tax collector determines that collection of financial institution franchise tax or income tax is not warranted because of the administration and collection costs involved, the tax collector may abate the tax or any interest, penalties or charges relative to the tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-908(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-908(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
In this subsection, “public health emergency” includes:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-908(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a national emergency declared by the President of the United States under the National Emergencies Act;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-908(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
an emergency or major disaster declared by the President of the United States under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-908(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
a public health emergency declared by the Secretary of Health and Human Services under 42 U.S.C. § 247d; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-908(b)(1)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iv)
a catastrophic health emergency declared by the Governor under § 14–3A–02 of the Public Safety Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-908(b)(1)(iv) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The income tax imposed under this article shall be abated in the case of any individual:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-908(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
who dies while in active service as a member of the uniformed services, if such death occurs while serving in a combat zone or a public health emergency response area or as a result of wounds, disease, or injury incurred while so serving; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-908(b)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
who dies while a member of the uniformed services or civilian employee of the United States, if such death occurs as a result of wounds, disease, or injury incurred while the individual was a member of the uniformed services or civilian employee of the United States and which were incurred outside the United States in a public health emergency response or a terroristic or military action.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-908(b)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The abatement of tax shall have the same effect and shall apply to the same taxable years as provided under § 692 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-908(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-908 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–909
(a)
Without regard to the provisions of § 13-1104 of this title, if the tax collector determines a person’s financial institution franchise tax or income tax for multiple taxable years and simultaneously finds both overpayments and deficiencies in those taxable years, the tax collector:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-909(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
may offset the deficiencies to the extent of the overpayments; but
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-909(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
may not allow a refund that is barred under Subtitle 11 of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-909(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
An overpayment determined under subsection (a) of this section may not be applied as an offset to a deficiency in any taxable year other than the years included in the Comptroller’s determination under subsection (a) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-909(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-909 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–912
(a)
In this part the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-912(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
“Central Collection Unit” means the Central Collection Unit in the Department of Budget and Management.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-912(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-912(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Debt” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-912(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a liquidated sum due and owing any State agency that has accrued through contract, subrogation, tort, operation of law, or other cause of action, regardless of whether there is an outstanding judgment for that sum; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-912(c)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a delinquent restitution account on a judgment of restitution referred to the Central Collection Unit for collection under § 11–616 of the Criminal Procedure Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-912(c)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Debt” includes converted funds as defined in § 15–122.2 of the Health – General Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-912(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
“Debtor” means:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-912(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a person owing a debt to a State agency that has not been adjudged satisfied by court order, set aside by court order, or discharged in bankruptcy; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-912(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a defendant or liable parent in arrears of restitution payments whose account has been referred to the Central Collection Unit under § 11-616 of the Criminal Procedure Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-912(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
“State agency” means any agency, association, board, bureau, college, commission, committee, council, foundation, fund, department, institute, institution, public corporation, service, trust, university, or other unit of State government, including any subunit of these agencies.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-912(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-912 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–913
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-913(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, for any debt not excepted by law from the Central Collection Unit’s responsibilities under Title 3, Subtitle 3 of the State Finance and Procurement Article or otherwise, the Central Collection Unit may:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-913(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
certify to the Comptroller the existence of any debt that has been referred to it for collection by a State agency; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-913(a)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
request the Comptroller to withhold the sum certified from any income tax refund to which a debtor is entitled.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-913(a)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A debt may not be withheld if the State agency or the Central Collection Unit has been advised by the Attorney General that the validity of the debt is legitimately in dispute or an alternate means of collection is pending and believed to be adequate.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-913(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-913(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Department of Budget and Management shall establish by regulation those classes or categories of debts, including any minimum debt amount, that may be referred to the Central Collection Unit for withholding.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-913(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Subject to § 13-918 of this subtitle, if more than one State agency is owed money by the same debtor, any amount withheld from an income tax refund shall be applied in the order of referral of the debt by the State agencies.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-913(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-913(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, the withholding of debt from an income tax refund authorized by this part does not preclude use of any other remedy provided by law for the collection of debts owed to the State and this part shall be liberally construed to effectuate its purposes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-913(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
This part shall be interpreted in a manner that does not deprive a debtor of any rights or defenses that would be available to that debtor in defending against a claim of setoff incident to a judicial proceeding.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-913(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-913 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–914
(a)
At least 30 calendar days before certifying a debt to the Comptroller, the Central Collection Unit shall notify the debtor in writing that it intends to request the Comptroller to withhold the debt from any income tax refund due the debtor.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-914(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The notice required under subsection (a) of this section shall advise the debtor of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-914(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the amount due and owing;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-914(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the basis of the debt;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-914(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
the opportunity to request an investigation of the debt;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-914(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
the opportunity to contest any adverse determination after an investigation in a hearing before the Central Collection Unit; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-914(b)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
the right to a judicial appeal of a final action by the Central Collection Unit.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-914(b)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-914 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–915
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-915(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A certification by the Central Collection Unit to the Comptroller shall be made on or before January 1 of each calendar year in the form that the Comptroller prescribes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-915(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The certification shall include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-915(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the full name and address of the debtor and any other names known to be used by the debtor;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-915(a)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the Social Security number or federal tax identification number of the debtor; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-915(a)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
the amount of the debt.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-915(a)(2)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-915(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Comptroller shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-915(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
withhold any income tax refund that may be due to a debtor whose name has been certified by the Central Collection Unit; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-915(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
pay to the Central Collection Unit the entire refund or the amount certified by the Central Collection Unit, whichever is less.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-915(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
All money paid to the Central Collection Unit by the Comptroller under this part shall be disposed of by the Central Collection Unit as provided in § 3–305 of the State Finance and Procurement Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-915(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
Any income tax refund in excess of the certified amount shall be paid to the debtor.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-915(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
The Comptroller shall notify the debtor of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-915(b)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
any amount paid to the Central Collection Unit; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-915(b)(4)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the debtor’s right:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-915(b)(4)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1.)
to request an investigation by the Central Collection Unit of the validity of the debt or correctness of the amount; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-915(b)(4)(ii)(1.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2.)
to an administrative hearing and judicial appeal if the Central Collection Unit makes a determination adverse to the debtor.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-915(b)(4)(ii)(2.) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-915(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If a debtor has filed a joint income tax return and the debt is not the liability of both taxpayers, the Comptroller may not withhold that portion of an income tax refund attributable to the individual not owing the debt.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-915(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
After receiving certification of a debt from the Central Collection Unit, the Comptroller shall promptly notify the Central Collection Unit if the Comptroller determines that a withholding cannot be made.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-915(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
If an income tax refund is insufficient to satisfy a debt, the Comptroller may withhold amounts from subsequent income tax refunds due a debtor until the debt is extinguished.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-915(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
Partial payments of the debt shall first be applied against accrued interest, if any, and then to the principal amount of the debt.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-915(c)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
Interest on a debt may be withheld at the rate established for that debt by law or contract.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-915(c)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
Except for the amount of any income tax refund to which a debtor is entitled, the Comptroller may not disclose any item contained on a State or federal tax return or information required by State law to be attached to the State return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-915(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-915 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–916
(a)
A debtor may request the Central Collection Unit to investigate a debt:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-916(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
after notification from the Central Collection Unit under § 13-914 of this subtitle that the Central Collection Unit intends to request the Comptroller to withhold the debt from any income tax refund due the debtor; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-916(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
within 30 days after notification from the Comptroller under § 13-915 of this subtitle that a debt has been withheld.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-916(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-916(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
On receipt of a request for an investigation, the Central Collection Unit shall investigate any questioned debt with the State agency that referred the debt.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-916(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
The Central Collection Unit shall make a written determination within 15 calendar days after it receives a request for investigation from the debtor.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-916(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
If the Central Collection Unit determines that a referral or certification is in error, it shall, as appropriate:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-916(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
correct the referral or certification;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-916(b)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
discontinue certification procedures; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-916(b)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(iii)
promptly remit to the debtor any amounts that have been improperly withheld.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-916(b)(3)(iii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-916 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–917
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-917(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
After its investigation, if the Central Collection Unit makes a determination adverse to the debtor, it shall promptly advise the debtor of the debtor’s right to request a hearing on unresolved factual issues before the Central Collection Unit in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-917(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Except for good cause shown, a request for a hearing before the Central Collection Unit must be made within 30 days after the date of notification of the debtor of an adverse determination by the Central Collection Unit following an investigation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-917(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
The State agency that referred the debt to the Central Collection Unit may be made a party in any hearing before the Central Collection Unit.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-917(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
An issue may not be considered at the hearing that has been previously litigated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-917(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
Within 15 days after receipt of a timely or otherwise proper request for a hearing under this subsection, the debtor shall be notified of the date of the hearing.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-917(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
After a hearing, if the Central Collection Unit determines that a certification or referral is in error, it shall take appropriate action as described in § 13-916(b)(3) of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-917(a)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
A determination by the Central Collection Unit of the validity of the debt or correctness of the amount owed shall be considered as final agency action under the Administrative Procedure Act.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-917(a)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-917(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A debtor aggrieved by a final decision of the Central Collection Unit concerning the validity of the debt or correctness of the amount may appeal the decision as provided for contested cases in §§ 10-222 and 10-223 of the State Government Article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-917(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If a debtor disputes a denial by the Comptroller of a claim for an income tax refund on grounds other than the validity of the debt or the correctness of the amount owed and that debtor also is appealing an adverse determination of the Maryland Tax Court under § 13-532 of this title, judicial review of both decisions shall be consolidated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-917(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-917 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–918
(a)
The Comptroller shall honor income tax refund interception requests in the following order:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-918(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a refund interception request to collect an unpaid State, county, or municipal tax;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-918(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a refund interception request under Title 10, Subtitle 1, Part II of the Family Law Article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-918(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
a refund interception request for converted funds under § 15–122.2 of the Health – General Article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-918(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
a refund interception request under § 3–304 of the State Finance and Procurement Article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-918(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
any other refund interception request by the State, county, or other political subdivision of the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-918(a)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
a request for intercept made by a taxing official under Part IV of this subtitle; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-918(a)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(7)
a request for intercept made by a federal official under Part VI of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-918(a)(7) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The Comptroller shall honor vendor payment interception requests in the same order of priority provided in subsection (a) of this section for honoring income tax refund interception requests.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-918(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-918 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–919
(a)
The Secretary of Budget and Management may adopt regulations relating to the referral of debts by State agencies to the Central Collection Unit and to the administrative procedures authorized under this part.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-919(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The Comptroller may adopt regulations relating to the certification and withholding of amounts under this part.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-919(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-919 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–920
(a)
In this part the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-920(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
“Refund” means an individual’s Maryland income tax refund or any other state’s individual income tax refund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-920(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
“Taxing official” means a unit or official of another state charged with the imposition, assessment, or collection of state income taxes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-920(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-920 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–921
(a)
Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, a taxing official may:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-921(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
certify to the Comptroller the existence of an individual’s delinquent income tax liability; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-921(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
request the Comptroller to withhold any refund to which the individual is entitled.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-921(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A taxing official may not certify or request the Comptroller to withhold a refund unless the laws of the taxing official’s state:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-921(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
allow the Comptroller to certify an income tax due;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-921(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
allow the Comptroller to request the taxing official to withhold the individual’s tax refund; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-921(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
provide for the payment of the refund to Maryland.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-921(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The withholding of a refund shall be subject to the priorities under § 13-918 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-921(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-921 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–922
(a)
A certification by a taxing official to the Comptroller shall include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-922(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the full name and address of the individual and any other names known to be used by the individual;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-922(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the Social Security number or federal tax identification number;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-922(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
the amount of the income tax liability including a detailed statement for each taxable year showing tax, interest, and penalty; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-922(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
a statement that all administrative remedies and appeals have been exhausted and that the assessment of tax, interest, and penalty has become final.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-922(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The Comptroller shall determine if an individual for whom a certification is received is due a refund of Maryland income tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-922(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
As to any individual due a refund, the Comptroller shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-922(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
notify the individual of a certification by another state of the existence of an income tax liability;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-922(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
provide the individual with notice of an opportunity to request a hearing to challenge the certification; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-922(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
inform the individual that the hearing may be requested:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-922(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
pursuant to § 13-508 of this title; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-922(c)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
with the taxing official, in accordance with the laws of the state of the taxing official.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-922(c)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
If the individual requests a hearing pursuant to § 13-508 of this title, the certification of the taxing official shall be prima facie evidence of the correctness of the individual’s delinquent income tax liability to the certifying state.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-922(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
Subject to subsection (f) of this section, the Comptroller may:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-922(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
withhold any income tax refund that is due to an individual whose name has been certified by a taxing official;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-922(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
pay to the other state the entire refund or the amount certified, whichever is less;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-922(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
pay any income tax refund in excess of the certified amount to the individual; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-922(e)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
if an income tax refund is less than the certified amount, withhold amounts from subsequent income tax refunds due the individual, if the laws of the other state provide that the other state shall withhold subsequent refunds of individuals certified to that state by the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-922(e)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-922(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
The Comptroller may not withhold or pay to another state an individual’s income tax refund until all administrative and judicial remedies provided under Subtitle 5 of this title and Title 10 of this article have been exhausted.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-922(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If an individual filed a joint return, the Comptroller may not withhold or pay to another state the individual’s income tax refund unless the certification includes both names of the individuals jointly owing income tax to the other state.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-922(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
After receiving a certification from a taxing official, the Comptroller shall notify the other state if the Comptroller determines that a withholding cannot be made.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-922(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-922 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–925
(a)
In this part the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-925(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
“Local official” means a unit or official of a political subdivision of the State charged with the imposition, assessment, or collection of taxes or other liabilities payable to the political subdivision.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-925(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
“Refund” means a refund of any tax imposed under Maryland law.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-925(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-925(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
“Vendor payment” means any payment made by the State or by a political subdivision of the State to any person.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-925(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
“Vendor payment” includes any expense reimbursement payable to an employee of the State or of a political subdivision of the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-925(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
“Vendor payment” does not include a person’s salary, wages, or pension.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-925(d)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-925 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–926
(a)
Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, a local official may:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-926(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
certify to the Comptroller the existence of a person’s delinquent tax liability or any other liability owed by the person to the local official’s political subdivision; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-926(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
request the Comptroller to withhold any refund and vendor payment to which the person is entitled.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-926(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A local official may not certify or request the Comptroller to withhold a refund or vendor payment unless the laws of the local official’s political subdivision:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-926(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
allow the Comptroller to certify tax due to the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-926(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
allow the Comptroller to request the local official to withhold from any vendor payment the person’s tax due to the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-926(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
provide for the payment of the amount withheld to the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-926(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The withholding of a refund or vendor payment shall be subject to the priorities under § 13-918 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-926(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-926 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–927
(a)
A certification by a local official to the Comptroller shall include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-927(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the full name and address of the person and any other names known to be used by the person;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-927(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the Social Security number or federal tax identification number, if known;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-927(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
the amount of the tax or other liability including:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-927(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a statement indicating the nature of the liability; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-927(a)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
in the case of a liability for taxes, a detailed statement for each taxable year showing tax, interest, and penalty; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-927(a)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
a statement that all administrative remedies and appeals have been exhausted and that the tax or other liability has become final.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-927(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The Comptroller shall determine if a person for whom a certification is received is due a refund of Maryland tax or a vendor payment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-927(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
Subject to subsection (d) of this section, as to any person due a refund or vendor payment, the Comptroller shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-927(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
withhold any refund and vendor payment that is due a person whose name has been certified by a local official;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-927(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
notify the person of the amount withheld in accordance with the certification by a local official of the existence of a tax or other liability;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-927(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
pay to the political subdivision the lesser of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-927(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the entire refund and vendor payment; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-927(c)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the amount certified;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-927(c)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
pay any refund and vendor payment in excess of the certified amount to the person; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-927(c)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
if the refund and vendor payment is less than the certified amount, withhold amounts from subsequent refunds and vendor payments due the person, if the laws of the political subdivision provide that the political subdivision shall withhold a vendor payment due persons certified to the political subdivision by the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-927(c)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
If an individual filed a joint income tax return, the Comptroller may not withhold or pay to a political subdivision the individual’s income tax refund unless the certification includes both names of the individuals filing the joint income tax return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-927(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-927 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–930
(a)
In this part the following words have the meanings indicated.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-930(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
“Federal official” means a unit or official of the federal government charged with the collection of nontax liabilities payable to the federal government pursuant to 31 U.S.C. § 3716.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-930(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
“Nontax liability due the State” means a liability certified by the Secretary of Budget and Management to the Comptroller.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-930(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
“Refund” means an amount described as a refund of tax under the provisions of law that authorize its payment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-930(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
“Vendor payment”:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-930(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
means any payment, other than a refund, made by the State to any person;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-930(e)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
includes any expense reimbursement to an employee of the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-930(e)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
does not include a person’s salary, wages, or pension.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-930(e)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-930 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–931
(a)
Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, a federal official may:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-931(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
certify to the Comptroller the existence of a person’s delinquent nontax liability owed by the person to the federal government; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-931(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
request the Comptroller to withhold any refund and vendor payment to which the person is entitled.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-931(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A federal official may certify and request the Comptroller to withhold a refund or vendor payment only if the laws of the United States:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-931(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
allow the Comptroller, on behalf of the State, to certify tax and nontax liabilities due to the State;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-931(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
allow the Comptroller, on behalf of the State, to enter into a reciprocal agreement with the United States, pursuant to which the federal official would be required to offset federal payments to collect delinquent debts owed to the State; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-931(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
provide for the payment of the amount withheld to the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-931(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
The Comptroller shall apply a refund or vendor payment received from a federal official according to the priorities under § 13-918 of this subtitle.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-931(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-931 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–932
(a)
A certification by a federal official to the Comptroller shall include:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-932(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the full name and address of the person and any other names known to be used by the person;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-932(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the Social Security number or federal tax identification number;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-932(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
the amount of the nontax liability; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-932(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
a statement that the debt is past due and legally enforceable in the amount certified and that there are no legal barriers to collection by offset.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-932(a)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
The Comptroller shall determine if a person for whom a certification is received is due a refund of Maryland tax or a vendor payment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-932(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
Subject to § 13-931(b) of this subtitle and subsection (d) of this section, as to any person due a refund or vendor payment, the Comptroller shall:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-932(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
withhold any refund and vendor payment that is due a person whose name has been certified by a federal official;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-932(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
notify the person of the amount withheld in accordance with the certification by a federal official of the existence of a liability;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-932(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
pay to the federal official the lesser of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-932(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
the entire refund and vendor payment; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-932(c)(3)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
the amount certified;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-932(c)(3)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
pay any refund and vendor payment in excess of the certified amount to the person; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-932(c)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
withhold amounts from subsequent refunds and vendor payments due the person if the initial refund and vendor payment is less than the certified amount.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-932(c)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
If an individual filed a joint income tax return and the debt certified by a federal official is not the liability of both parties to the joint income tax return, the Comptroller may not withhold or pay to the federal official that portion of the income tax refund attributable to the individual not owing the debt.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-932(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-932 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1001
(a)
A person who is required to file an admissions and amusement tax return and who willfully fails to file the return as required under Title 4 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $500 or imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1001(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A person who is required to file a boxing and wrestling tax return and who willfully fails to file the return as required under Title 6 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $500 or imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1001(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A person who is required to file a financial institution tax return and who willfully fails to file the return as required under Title 8 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $5,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1001(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
A person who is required to file an income tax return and who willfully fails to file the return as required under Title 10 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $10,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1001(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
A person, including any officer of a corporation, who is required to file a sales and use tax return and who willfully fails to file the return as required under Title 11 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $10,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1001(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
A person who is required to file a public service company franchise tax return and who willfully fails to file the return as required under Title 8 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $5,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1001(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
A person who is required to file a digital advertising gross revenues tax return and who willfully fails to file the return as required under Title 7.5 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $5,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1001(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1001 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1002
(a)
A person who willfully files a false alcoholic beverage tax return is guilty of perjury and, on conviction, is subject to the penalty for perjury.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1002(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A person, including an officer of a corporation, who willfully files a false digital advertising gross revenues tax return, a false financial institution franchise tax return, a false public service company franchise tax return, or a false income tax return with the intent to evade the payment of tax due under this article is guilty of perjury and, on conviction, is subject to the penalty for perjury.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1002(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
Subsections (a) and (b) of this section apply to the alcoholic beverage, digital advertising gross revenues, financial institution franchise, public service company franchise, and income taxes.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1002(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1002 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1003
(a)
A person who is required to file an admissions and amusement tax return and who willfully makes a false statement or misleading omission on the return required under Title 4 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $500 or imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1003(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A person who is required to file a boxing and wrestling tax return and who willfully makes a false statement or misleading omission on the return required under Title 6 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $500 or imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1003(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A person, including an officer of a corporation, who is required to file a sales and use tax return and who willfully makes a false statement or misleading omission on the return required under Title 11 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $10,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1003(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1003 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1004
(a)
An income tax return preparer who willfully prepares, assists in preparing, or causes the preparation of a false income tax return or claim for refund with fraudulent intent or the intent to evade income tax is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $10,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1004(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
An income tax return preparer who willfully attempts to evade any tax imposed under this article or the payment thereof is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $10,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1004(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1004(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
An income tax return preparer may not willfully prepare, assist in preparing, or cause the preparation of an income tax return or claim for refund without being properly licensed or registered to provide income tax preparation services in the State.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1004(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A person who violates paragraph (1) of this subsection is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $5,000 for each violation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1004(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
Each income tax return or claim for refund that an income tax preparer prepares, assists in preparing, or causes the preparation of in violation of paragraph (1) of this subsection is a separate violation.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1004(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
Each fine imposed under this subsection shall be paid into the Tax Clinics for Low–Income Marylanders Fund established under § 1–207 of this article.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1004(c)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1004 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1005
(a)
A person who is required to pay the admissions and amusement tax and who willfully fails to pay the tax as required under Title 4 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $500 or imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1005(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A person who is required to pay the boxing and wrestling tax and who willfully fails to pay the tax as required under Title 6 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $500 or imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1005(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1005 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1006
(a)
A person, including an officer of a corporation, who is required to collect the sales and use tax and who willfully fails to collect the tax as required under Title 11 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $10,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1006(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A person, including an officer of a corporation, who is required to pay over the sales and use tax and who willfully fails to pay over the tax as required under Title 11 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $10,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1006(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1006 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1007
(a)
A person who is required to file an income tax withholding return and who willfully fails to file the return as required under Title 10 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $10,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1007(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A person who is required to withhold income tax and who willfully fails to withhold the tax as required under Title 10 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $10,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1007(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A person who is required to pay over income tax and who willfully fails to pay over the tax as required under Title 10 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $10,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1007(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
A person who is required to provide an income tax withholding statement under Title 10 of this article and who willfully fails to provide an income tax withholding statement or who willfully provides a false income tax withholding statement is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $500 or imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1007(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
A person who is required to file an income tax withholding certificate, under Title 10 of this article, and who willfully fails to provide information required on the withholding certificate or who willfully files a false certificate that results in the withholding of less than the required tax is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $500 or imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1007(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
An employer who fails to pay to the Comptroller salary, wages, or other compensation for personal services subject to a wage lien as required under § 13-811 of this title is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $500 or imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1007(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1007 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1008
(a)
A person who is required to pay the admissions and amusement tax and who willfully fails to keep records as required under § 4-202 of this article or under admissions and amusement tax regulations is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $500 or imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1008(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A person who is required to pay the boxing and wrestling tax and who willfully fails to keep records as required under § 6-202 of this article or under boxing and wrestling tax regulations is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $500 or imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1008(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A person, including an officer of a corporation, who is required to keep records under Title 11 of this article or under sales and use tax regulations and who willfully fails to keep the records is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1008(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1008 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1009
A person who participates in evading the alcoholic beverage tax is guilty of a crime and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $10,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1009 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1010
A person, including an officer of a corporation, who is required to pay the sales and use tax and who willfully evades the tax by use of a license number or exemption number that has not been issued by the Comptroller to the person using the number is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1010 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1012
(a)
A person who willfully makes, causes to be made, or procures an altered or counterfeited tobacco tax stamp in violation of § 12-305 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $5,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1012(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1012(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A person who willfully uses, transfers, or possesses an altered or counterfeited tobacco tax stamp in violation of § 12-305 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $5,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1012(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A person who uses a tobacco tax stamp more than once in violation of § 12-304 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $5,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1012(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A person who buys a tobacco tax stamp from a person other than the Comptroller without an authorization from the Comptroller in violation of § 12-303 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1012(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
Each day that any violation under this section continues constitutes a separate offense.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1012(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1012 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1013
A person who willfully possesses, transports, sells, offers for sale, or allows storage on that person’s property of any alcoholic beverage that is subject to the alcoholic beverage tax and on which the tax has not been paid is guilty of a crime and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $10,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1013 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1014
(a)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1014(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
A person who willfully possesses, sells, or attempts to sell unstamped or improperly stamped cigarettes in the State in violation of Title 12 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1014(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
If the number of unstamped or improperly stamped cigarettes that a person possesses, sells, or attempts to sell is 30 cartons or less, the person on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $500 or imprisonment not exceeding 3 months or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1014(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
If the number of unstamped or improperly stamped cigarettes that a person possesses, sells, or attempts to sell is more than 30 cartons, the person on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1014(a)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A person who willfully possesses, sells, or attempts to sell other tobacco products on which the tobacco tax has not been paid in the State in violation of Title 12 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $500 or imprisonment not exceeding 3 months or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1014(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
Each day that a violation under this section continues constitutes a separate offense.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1014(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1014 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1015
(a)
A person who willfully ships, imports, sells into or within, or transports within, this State cigarettes or other tobacco products on which the tobacco tax has not been paid in violation of Title 12 of this article or § 16–219, § 16–222, § 16.5–215, or § 16.5–216 of the Business Regulation Article is guilty of a felony and, on conviction, is subject to the penalties set forth in subsections (b) and (c) of this section.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1015(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1015(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
For a first violation, a person is subject to a mandatory fine of $150 for each carton of cigarettes or each package of other tobacco products transported.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1015(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
For each subsequent violation, a person is subject to a mandatory fine of $300 for each carton of cigarettes or each package of other tobacco products transported.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1015(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
In addition to the mandatory fine set forth in subsection (b) of this section, for a first or subsequent violation, a person may be subject to imprisonment not exceeding 2 years.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1015(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1015 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1016
A person who engages in the business of a retail vendor or engages in the business of an out-of-state vendor without having obtained a license as required under § 11-702 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $100.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1016 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1017
A vendor who holds out to the public that the vendor will absorb or assume the sales and use tax in violation of § 11-402 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $500 or imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1017 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1018
An officer, employee, former officer, or former employee of the State, a political subdivision of the State, or a person, governmental entity, or tax compliance organization to which tax information has been disclosed in accordance with § 13–203 of this title who makes a disclosure in violation of Subtitle 2 of this title is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1018 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1019
Any income tax return preparer who discloses information in violation of § 13-207 of this title is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine of not less than $500 or more than $10,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1019 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1020
(a)
A person who violates any provision of Title 5 of this article for which there is no sanction provided, except suspension or revocation of a license or permit, is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 2 years or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1020(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A person who violates any provision of Title 6 of this article for which there is no sanction provided is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $100.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1020(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
A person who violates a provision of § 9-219, § 9-220, or § 9-221 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine of not less than $200 or more than $500.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1020(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
A motor carrier who violates a provision of § 9–223 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1020(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1020 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1021
A person who violates a regulation adopted by the Comptroller to carry out the provisions of Title 5 of this article is guilty of a crime and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $10,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1021 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1022
A person who willfully fails to take any action that the Comptroller requires under § 10–804 of this article or § 13–302 of this title with respect to the income tax is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $10,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1022 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1023
(a)
A person who negligently or without reasonable cause fails to provide any information as required under this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $500.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1023(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
This section does not apply to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1023(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the alcoholic beverage tax;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1023(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the Maryland estate tax; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1023(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
the Maryland generation-skipping transfer tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1023(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1023 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1024
(a)
A person who willfully or with the intent to evade payment of a tax under this article or to prevent the collection of a tax under this article fails to provide information as required under this article or provides false or misleading information is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $5,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 18 months or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1024(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A prosecution under this section does not bar a prosecution for perjury.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1024(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
This section does not apply to:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1024(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the alcoholic beverage tax;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1024(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the Maryland estate tax; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1024(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
the Maryland generation-skipping transfer tax.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1024(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1024 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1025
(a)
A person who assaults a tax collector who is performing an official duty is guilty of a crime and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $500 or imprisonment not exceeding 12 months or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1025(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A person who assaults another person to prevent that person from bidding at a tax collector’s sale or because that person bid at a tax collector’s sale is guilty of a crime and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $500 or imprisonment not exceeding 12 months or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1025(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1025 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1026
An employee or officer of the State, a county, or a municipal corporation who negligently fails to perform a duty or to do any act required under this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1026 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1027
An employee or officer of the State, a county, or a municipal corporation who willfully fails to perform a duty required under this article with the intent to prevent the payment or collection of a tax under this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $5,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 2 years or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1027 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1029
A person who violates any provision of Title 9, Subtitle 3 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000 or imprisonment in the county jail not exceeding 6 months or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1029 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1030
(a)
A person who makes or assists another person to make a false claim for refund of motor fuel tax is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000 or imprisonment in the county jail not exceeding 6 months or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1030(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A person who fraudulently obtains or assists another person to fraudulently obtain a refund of motor fuel tax is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000 or imprisonment in the county jail not exceeding 6 months or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1030(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1030 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1031
A person who engages in the business of a dealer, a distributor, a special fuel seller, a special fuel user, or a turbine fuel seller without a license or receives, sells, or transfers motor fuel in violation of § 9-337 of this article is guilty of a misdemeanor and, on conviction, is subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or both.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1031 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1101
(a)
Except as otherwise provided in this section, an assessment of financial institution franchise tax, public service company franchise tax, income tax, or estate tax may not be made after 3 years from the later of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1101(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the date that the return is filed; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1101(a)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
the date that the return is due.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1101(a)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
An assessment of digital advertising gross revenues tax, financial institution franchise tax, public service company franchise tax, income tax, or estate tax may be made at any time if:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1101(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
a false return is filed with the intent to evade the tax;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1101(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
a willful attempt is made to evade the tax;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1101(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
a return is not filed as required under Title 7, Title 7.5, Title 8, or Title 10 of this article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1101(b)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
an amended estate tax return is not filed as required under Title 7 of this article;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1101(b)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(5)
an incomplete return is filed; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1101(b)(5) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(6)
a report of federal adjustment is not filed within the period required under § 13–409 of this title.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1101(b)(6) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
If a report of federal adjustment is filed within the time required under § 13–409 of this title, the tax collector shall assess the digital advertising gross revenues tax, financial institution franchise tax, public service company franchise tax, income tax, or estate tax within 1 year after the date on which the tax collector receives the report.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1101(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1101(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Subject to the provisions of paragraph (2) of this subsection, an assessment of income tax or estate tax arising out of an amended return shall be made within 3 years after the date that the amended return is filed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1101(d)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
An assessment of income tax under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall be related to changes made by the amended items in the return.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1101(d)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1101 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1102
(a)
Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, an action to recover admissions and amusement tax, boxing and wrestling tax, motor fuel tax, or sales and use tax may not be brought after 4 years from the date on which the tax is due.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1102(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1102(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1102(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
An action to recover admissions and amusement tax, boxing and wrestling tax, or sales and use tax may be brought at any time if there is proof that the tax is not paid due to fraud or gross negligence.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1102(b)(1)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
An underpayment of 25% or more of the sales and use tax due is prima facie evidence of gross negligence.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1102(b)(1)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
An action to recover motor fuel tax may be brought at any time if there is proof that the tax is not paid due to fraud.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1102(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1102 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1103
(a)
Except as otherwise provided in this section, a tax imposed under this article may not be collected after 10 years from the date the tax is due.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1103(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
If a tax collector fails to collect a tax and a receiver or trustee is appointed within the period specified in subsection (a) of this section to complete the tax collection, the period for collecting the tax extends for 2 years from the date that the trustee or receiver is appointed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1103(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1103(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
If the assessment of any tax has been made within the period of limitations applicable to the assessment, a tax may not be collected after 10 years from the date of the assessment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1103(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
Any judgment entered may be enforced or renewed as any other judgment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1103(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1103 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
§ 13–1104
(a)
Except as otherwise provided in this section, a claim for refund under this article may not be filed after 3 years from the date the tax, interest, or penalty was paid.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1104(a) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(b)
A claim for refund of alcoholic beverage tax may not be filed after:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1104(b) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
90 days from the date of purchase or invoice of exempt alcoholic beverages used by a hospital or religious organization; and
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1104(b)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
6 months from the date on which alcoholic beverages are condemned, lost, or rendered unmarketable.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1104(b)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(c)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1104(c) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, a claim for refund or credit of overpayment of financial institution franchise tax or income tax may not be filed after the periods of limitations for filing claims for refund or credit of overpayment set forth in § 6511 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1104(c)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
A claim for refund or credit of overpayment may not be filed later than 1 year from the date of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1104(c)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
a final adjustment report of the Internal Revenue Service; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1104(c)(2)(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(ii)
a final decision of the highest court of the United States to which an appeal of a final decision of the Internal Revenue Service is taken.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1104(c)(2)(ii) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
Except as provided in paragraph (4) of this subsection, a refund or credit of overpayment allowed upon a claim filed under this subsection may not exceed the amount of the Maryland tax resulting from the application of the limits set forth in § 6511 of the Internal Revenue Code.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1104(c)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(4)
A refund or credit of overpayment allowed upon a claim filed under paragraph (2) of this subsection shall be limited to the amount of the reduction in Maryland tax resulting from the federal income tax adjustment.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1104(c)(4) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(d)
A claim for refund of Maryland estate tax, inheritance tax, or Maryland generation-skipping transfer tax may not be filed after 3 years from the date of the event that caused the refund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1104(d) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(e)
A claim for refund of excess motor carrier tax credit may not be filed after 24 months following the end of the period in which the excess credit was developed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1104(e) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(f)
Except as provided in § 13-508 of this title or for a claim under § 13-901(a)(1) or (2) of this title, a claim for refund of motor fuel tax may not be filed:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1104(f) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
after 1 year from the date of purchase;
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1104(f)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
after October 1, if the claimant elects to file an annual claim for the 12-month period ending June 30; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1104(f)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(3)
for a period of less than 1 year, after 3 months following the end of the period for which the claim is filed.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1104(f)(3) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(g)
Except as provided in § 13-508 of this title, a claim for refund of sales and use tax may not be filed after 4 years from the date the tax was paid.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1104(g) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(h)
Except for a claim under § 13-901(a)(1) or (2) of this title, a claim for refund of tobacco tax may not be filed after 1 year from the date of the event that caused the refund.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1104(h) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(i)
A claim for refund or credit for overpayment of income tax attributable to a credit claimed under § 10-703 of this article for the payment of a state tax on income paid to another state may not be filed after the later of:
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1104(i) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(1)
the end of the limitation period otherwise prescribed under this section; or
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1104(i)(1) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(2)
1 year after the date the taxpayer received notification that the other state’s income tax was due.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1104(i)(2) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
(j)
Notwithstanding subsection (c) of this section, a claim for refund or credit for overpayment of income tax attributable to a right to a reduction in a person’s Maryland income tax that is established by a decision of an administrative board or by an appeal of a decision of an administrative board may be filed within 1 year after the date of a final decision of the administrative board or a final decision of the highest court to which an appeal of a final decision of the administrative board is taken.
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1104(j) (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)
# Md. Code Ann., GTG § 13-1104 (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, August 30, 2026)