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Showing posts with label Governance Taxes MD. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Governance Taxes MD. Show all posts

Monday, September 28, 2015

MarylandReporter.com Sept. 2, 2015: IRS data again shows taxpayers leaving Maryland

Over the past weekend, I was reminded of a piece written in MarylandReporter.com on September 2, 2015. 

Long disputed as a political talking point, many of us who are older Marylanders have too many friends who have left the state once they retired because of Maryland's tax policies - especially because Maryland taxes pensions.

MartlandReporter.com: IRS data again shows taxpayers leaving Maryland


Recently released data from the IRS shows that about 5,500 more taxpayers left Maryland in 2012 than moved to the state. Long-cited by tax critics as annual data that show the migration of taxpayers to lower-taxed states, some experts caution that not too much should be read into year-to-year changes....

Monday, March 09, 2015

Commissioners oppose state tax breaks for military, first responders, elderly

Commissioners oppose state tax breaks for military, first responders, elderly

Commissioners oppose state tax breaks for military, first
responders, elderly
Board says cuts would hurt Carroll's revenue stream

Wiley Hayes, Times Staff Writer March 7, 2015


The Carroll County Board of Commissioners is unified in
opposition to several proposed tax cuts in the General Assembly that would
affect the retirement incomes of military personnel, first responders, the
elderly, the disabled and property taxes for small business.

Commissioner Richard Rothschild, R-District 4, said there
are three reasons why the board is against the bills.

Concerning the bills that would only affect the military and
law enforcement, the commissioners oppose any tax cut that favors government
employees over the private sector, Rothschild said.

The commissioners also believe the cuts should be introduced
incrementally to lessen the impact they would have on Carroll's revenue stream.



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Tuesday, February 10, 2015

Maryland ranked one of the ten worst states for retirement in the universe


Maryland ranked one of the ten worst states for retirement in the universe

10 worst states for retirement By Chris Kahn • Bankrate.com

Not dated – Retrieved February 10, 2015

Retirement » 10 Worst States For Retirement

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It's hard to be flexible on a fixed income. That's why some of America's prettiest, most vibrant locations are also some of the toughest on retirees.

They're usually more expensive, for example, with higher rents and more expensive restaurants. Tax rates also tend to be higher in urban areas. They also may not be as safe.

With that in mind, Bankrate ranked each state based on a variety of factors that everyone should consider before making a move into -- or out of -- their home state. They include a specialized cost-of-living index for retirees, crime statistics, tax rates and comprehensive weather data that factor in sunshine and humidity. Also new this year: Bankrate beefed up its ranking for health care quality, and consulted an extensive survey called the Gallup-Healthways' Well-Being Index. The index gauges the level of satisfaction residents report about their surroundings.

The states that fell to the bottom of our list still have a lot to offer. In fact, many are home to the top tourism destinations in the world. The problem, in the end, is that choosing a good place to retire isn't as easy as picking a vacation spot. Costs matter more. The local culture and infrastructure also matter.

Here, in descending order, are 10 of the lowest-ranking states for retirees based on our criteria.


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The primary knock on Maryland is that it's more expensive to live there than in many other states. The cost of living for retirees is especially high, and residents pay one of the highest tax rates in the country.

Monday, March 10, 2014

Taxing Marylanders until they flee - By Ellen Sauerbrey and Dee Hodges Friday, March 7, 2014

SAUERBREY: Taxing Marylanders until they flee

Squeezing high earners to fill state coffers has opposite effect

By Ellen Sauerbrey and Dee Hodges Friday, March 7, 2014


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Maryland, one of the bluest of blue states, is the poster child demonstrating that taxing the rich fails to balance the state budget.

Yet Democrats, who have complete monopoly control on all branches of state government, continue to think that doing the same thing over and over will lead to a different result.

Because of its proximity to Washington, D.C., Maryland is one of the wealthiest states in America. Still, it is plagued by fiscal woes. In a vain attempt to eliminate Maryland’s structural deficit, the administration of Gov. Martin O'Malley and Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown has raised taxes, tolls and fees more than 80 times since 2007, while increasing overall government spending by $9.6 billion, or 32 percent, over the same period.

This oppressive tax-and-spend climate is hurting Maryland’s families and forcing many of them to leave the state.

Wealthy and middle-class citizens have been fleeing Maryland, thus denying the state the ability to tax any of their income. Small businesses are moving their jobs to friendlier states.

Between 2000 and 2010, 66,000 people left the state, taking $5.5 billion with them. Maryland has also lost at least 6,500 small businesses.


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Thursday, November 14, 2013

Attorney General Gansler to Sue Carroll Co Md Over Implementation of "Rain Tax"

Attorney General Gansler to Sue Carroll County
 Legal Action Threatened Over Implementation of "Rain Tax"
Marylanders for Joe GettyNovember 14, 2013

Attorney General Douglas Gansler has threatened to sue the County Commissioners of Carroll County for their failure to implement the so-called "rain tax" passed by the Maryland General Assembly in 2012.

Gansler is also one of three Democrat candidates for Governor of Maryland in the June 24, 2014, primary election.

In a letter to the County Commissioners, the Attorney General's office threatens enforcement by "injunctive relief in a civil action or issue an order requiring the County to take corrective actions."  The enforcement action also could subject Carroll County to "civil penalties of up to $10,000 for each day of violation." (The entire letter from Assistant Attorney General Paul N. De Santis is posted on the website of the Carroll County Times click here.)

The threat of fines and legal action has also been covered by national organizations that research tax policy. The following commentary appeared in the blog American Legislator (for full article, click here):

"Maryland is no stranger to tax increases. In fact, since Governor O'Malley took office in 2007, there have been 40 tax, fee, and toll increases. The rain tax is another burden to add to the list. Given Maryland's dismal economic outlook rank of 35th in Rich States, Poor States, the Governor and legislators would be wise to re-think this destructive tax-and-spend approach to policymaking."

2013 Elections & Campaign Calendar

Wed. Nov. 13
Union Bridge "Meet & Greet" - Buttersburg Inn
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Thurs. Nov. 14
Senator Getty speaks to the Nat'l Assn. of Retired Federal Employees
11:30 a.m. - Bullocks, Westminster

Tues. Nov. 19
Taneytown "Meet & Greet" - Gunners Grille
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Wed. Nov. 20
Eldersburg "Meet & Greet" - Salerno's
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Wed. Dec. 4
Manchester "Meet & Greet" - Dutch Corner Restaurant
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Wed. Dec. 11
Westminster "Meet & Greet" - Harry's Main Street Grille
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

 Tues. Dec. 17
"Maryland's Business Climate" - Fundraiser Luncheon Hosted by
Marylanders for Joe Getty
12 noon - Best Western, 451 WMC Drive, Westminster
For information: www.senatorgetty.com or contact Russ Vriezen at (443) 536-4700 orruss@senatorgetty.com
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Monday, September 30, 2013

September 27, 2013 From the desk of Sen. David Brinkley




Fall is upon us! Crisp mornings, fog in the valleys, and soon the colors of fall will change the landscape around us, as parades and fall festivals bring in the fall season.
Senator
 David R. Brinkley

Historically, we look to this time of year for the harvest, as we reflect on the bounties of our life and the summers' labors, and look to the winter and another year.  That also means legislators gear up for another legislative session.

This year, I will serve as the Minority Leader of the Maryland Senate, alongside my friend Senator Joe Getty (R - District 5, Baltimore and Carroll counties) as Minority Whip.
Senator Joe Getty (L)
and
Senator David Brinkley (R)

It is a tremendous honor for both of us to lead the 12 Republican members of the Senate, and I am honored by their trust and confidence.

Legislators are getting requests from constituents and their local governments.  This session will be the last of this term, and I look to see a myriad of issues present themselves.  Corporate taxes, the "Rain tax", minimum wage, environmental issues etc.


Frederick City Elections

  
Important date to remember:
General election - November 5, 2013
  
The Frederick City Primary election took place on September 10, 2013.  Thanks to all of you who came out and voted.  You can find the election results here.
  
  

Laws to take effect October 1, 2013
On October 1, 2013, many new laws will go into effect.  At the local level we will see new legislation regarding Frederick County Gaming Permits (SB315 and HB414) that will repeal the limitation on the amount of specified raffles to be held on a single day, authorizing the Board of County Commissioners of Frederick County to determine the number of permits allotted per calendar year to specified organizations in the county to conduct raffles.

In addition, HB527 will go into effect, which establishes the Frederick Regional Higher Education Advisory Board.

On a State level, controversial legislation that repeals the death penalty (SB276) and the Governor's gun control bill, (SB281) will also take effect October 1, 2013.


For a full listing of legislation that takes effect October 1, 2013click here.


In the News
  

September 27, 2013 - Kate Alexander
Gazette.Net 

Brinkley asks for information on police training
September 26, 2013 - Bethany Rodgers
The Frederick News-Post


Carroll Senators Take Leadership Roles in Maryland's Senate
September 25, 2013 - Kym Byrnes
Westminster Patch


Maryland Senate Republicans Select Brinkley as Minority Leader
September 24, 2013 - Adam Bedner
Towson Patch

September 24, 2013 - John Wagner
The Washington Post

September 24, 2013 - Dawn White
Your4State.com
  
Brinkley tapped as minority leaderSeptember 24, 2013 - Bethany Rodgers
The Frederick News-Post
September 24, 2013 - Associated Press
CBS Baltimore

  
September 23, 2013 - Len Lazarick
MarylandReporter.com
  
September 23, 2013 - Michael Dresser
The Baltimore Sun
  
Brinkley Out & About
  

9/11 Tributes
On September 11th, I stopped by two events, Skills USA and FCPS Career and Tech Patriot Day Ceremony and the Brunswick Volunteer Fire Department, that paid tribute to those we lost on 9/11, and recognized our first responders' across the land. 
  
Taneytown Business Breakfast
On September 13th, the Taneytown Business Breakfast had Senator Joe Getty discuss the impact of the Gettysburg Battle 150 years ago on the region.
  
The 151st Great Frederick Fair
During fair week, I had the chance to meet and speak with many community members.  The Frederick County Farm Bureau had myself and others raise money for Agriculture Education by selling ice cream.  Participating in the Celebrity Harness Race, I came in 1st place after competing against City of Frederick Alderwoman, Kelly Russell and Frederick County Commissioner, Billy Shreve in support of the racing industry.  

Walkersville Elementary School - Constitution Day
On September 17th, Constitution Day, I was invited to Walkersville Elementary School to speak to 4th graders about why the Constitution is so important and what my role is in government.
  
Daughters of the American Revolution Dinner
On September 18th, I spoke on the history of the Maryland flag at the Daughters of the American Revolution dinner.
  
Carroll County Lincoln Reagan Dinner
On September 25th, I attended the Carroll County Republican Central Committee's annual Lincoln Reagan dinner, where keynote speaker, John Lott, author of best-sellers: More Guns Less Crime and Dumbing Down the Courts:  How Politics Keeps the Smartest Judges Off the Bench, spoke about gun issues and dumbing down the courts.



UPCOMING EVENTS

September 28th
The event kicks-off at 10am with a parade along Main Street.  Enjoy festival food, craft vendors, artisans, live demonstrations, historical stories, classic cars, live entertainment and so much more.

  
  




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Wednesday, July 03, 2013

Got my #CarrollCo #MD property #tax in mail yesterday #Unbelievable


Got my #CarrollCo #MD property #tax in mail yesterday #Unbelievable It took my breath away When are all the taxes going 2 get under control?


December 1, 2009




I did this piece in September 1994.  The more things change the more they stay the same.  At some point, the entire manner in which local government in Maryland is funded needs to be changed so that all our tax revenue does not get lost in a black hole in Annapolis and gets re-directed to the government that is closest to the citizens.
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Thursday, July 26, 2012

Recent ChangeMaryland Press Releases


Recent ChangeMaryland Press Releases:


For this and much - much more go to: http://www.changemaryland.org/

Maryland Leading the Nation in Job Loss in 2012

Annapolis – Maryland has lost more jobs so far this year than any other state in the nation according to the U.S. Department of Labor. After last Friday’s release of June state unemployment figures, there is now six months of data with which to compare the states. Maryland, which lost just over 10,000 jobs since the beginning of this year, is among a dozen states to have experienced declines during this period.
“This is a very disturbing trend, which needs to be addressed,” said Change Maryland Chairman Larry Hogan. “I’m deeply concerned that state government’s onslaught of taxes and fees is causing us to lose businesses, jobs and taxpayers at an alarming rate.”
Maryland has raised taxes and fees 24 times since 2007, removing an additional $2.4 billion from the economy annually.
Maryland is also performing poorly in another important time period. From the beginning of 2007 to present, Maryland has lost more jobs than any other state in the region except for Pennsylvania, where each state lost nearly 40,000 and 60,000 jobs respectively.
“Governor O’Malley says repeatedly that Maryland has fared better than other states during the recession,” said Hogan. “He should be talking about our state’s performance relative to others in this region, not compared to Michigan or Nevada. Once again he is cherry picking data in an attempt to fool people.”
A comparison frequently made on all sides of the political spectrum is between Maryland and Virginia. Maryland’s unemployment rate, at 6.9%, contrasts sharply with Virginia’s 5.7%. This is the widest gap between the two states since 2001, when Parris Glendening was governor.
The Labor Department’s Bureau of Labor Statistics measures total non-farm employment. June numbers are preliminary.
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Background:
http://www.bls.gov/sae/#data
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For this and much - much more go to: http://www.changemaryland.org/

Statement from Change Maryland Chairman Larry Hogan on U.S. Department of Labor State Unemployment Report

Annapolis – The U.S. Department of Labor’s State Unemployment survey showed today Maryland experiencing the third largest job loss in the nation among the states. Maryland’s decrease in employment was 11,000 and the June unemployment rate inched up to 6.9%.
The report comes on the heels of dismal reports in which Maryland led most other states in job loss going back to the Spring of this year.
The unemployment rate is climbing having risen from 6.6% in March. Meanwhile, Virginia is holding relatively steady at 5.7% and the differential of the rates between the two states is widening to record levels.
“Something isn’t working here,” said Change Maryland Chairman Larry Hogan. “Now would be an excellent time to re-evaluate our tax-and-spend approach to governing and start developing policies that increase private sector job growth. It’s unacceptable to have increases in the unemployment rate month after month.”
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For this and much - much more go to: http://www.changemaryland.org/

O’Malley Continues False Petty Attacks on Hogan, Change Maryland

Annapolis – Change Maryland called on the O’Malley Administration and the State Democratic Party to regroup and attempt to actually form a coherent, rational and policy-based response to the issues raised in the organization’s report on tax migration.
Change Maryland outlined a specific, modest step for them to do so – they should actually read the report.
The Maryland Democratic Party, following the O’Malley Administration the week before, leveled another petty partisan attack yesterday on Change Maryland and it’s chairman Larry Hogan, injecting class warfare talking points into a debate that has nothing to do with individual income levels.
“It’s obvious that the administration and state party still have not even read the report, ” said Change Maryland Chairman Larry Hogan. If they had read it, they would know that the word ‘millionaires’ is not referenced anywhere.  They don’t like what the report says, so they simply introduce a red herring. And rather than addressing the actual issue, they simply lash out with juvenile attacks on the messenger.”
Using IRS data, Change Maryland analyzed migration patterns at the state and county levels. Among the findings are that Maryland’s 31,000 net out-migration of residents from 2007 to 2010 was the highest in the region and seventh-highest nationally.
Business media outlet CNBC subsequently covered the Change Maryland tax report raising questions about the impact on high income households which may have confused administration and party officials accustomed to favorable press treatment.
“They are reacting to media coverage and not our report,” said Hogan. “Change Maryland analyzes publicly available IRS data which the administration should have been doing in the first place.”
A previous Change Maryland report issued in May compiled General Assembly information to quantify the cumulative tax and fee hikes imposed under the O’Malley Administration. The report is a line item accounting of 24 separate revenue increases from 2007 which remove an additional $2.4 billion from the Maryland economy annually.  Most of these measures are regressive tax and fee increases.
“We are pulling the curtain back on this administration and simply giving the hard facts about what is really happening in Maryland, and they don’t like it,” said Hogan, who also noted that none of the facts in either of the two reports have been refuted.
Meanwhile, since O’Malley’s failed partisan attack on Change Maryland on July 10, the non-partisan organization has increased its membership by over 2200, reaching a total of over 16,000 Democrats, Republicans and Independents. The group is Maryland’s largest and fastest growing non-partisan, grassroots citizen organization.
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In Case You Missed It: Change Maryland/Larry Hogan

Profile of Change Maryland:
Easton Star Democrat 6.20.12
Group Targets Spending and Tax Hikes
http://www.stardem.com/news/local_news/article_0450af08-ba65-11e1-b1b2-001a4bcf887a.html
Change Maryland Tax Migration Report:
State and Local
Washington Times 7.03.12
Many Marylanders who leave go to Virginia, study finds
http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2012/jul/3/most-marylanders-who-leave-go-virginia-study-finds/
The Daily Record 7.04.12
Maryland’s biggest jurisdictions are losing tax filers
http://thedailyrecord.com/2012/07/04/marylands-biggest-jurisdictions-are-losing-tax-filers/
St. Mary’s County Times 7.05.12
Local Tax Base Growth Among Best in State
http://countytimes.somd.com/archive/2012/07-jul/2012-07-05.pdf
Washington Examiner 7.05.12
Examiner Local Editorial: Maryland taxpayers head for the hills — and the shore
http://washingtonexaminer.com/examiner-local-editorial-marylander-taxpayers-head-for-the-hills-and-the-shore/article/2501389
Monoblogue 7.06.12
Shocker: capital leaves a high-tax state
http://monoblogue.us/2012/07/06/shocker-capital-leaves-a-high-tax-state/
Ocean City Dispatch 7.06.12
Worcester Leads Md. In Incoming Taxpayer Migration
http://www.mdcoastdispatch.com/articles/2012/07/06/Top-Stories/Worcester-Leads-Md.-In-Incoming-Taxpayer-Migration
Washington Examiner 7.07.12
Wealthy leave Md. suburbs, IRS data show
http://washingtonexaminer.com/wealthy-leave-md.-suburbs-irs-data-show/article/2501533
Washington Times 7.10.12
EDITORIAL: Escape from Maryland
http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2012/jul/10/editorial-escape-maryland/
WTOP 7.10.12
Report: Higher taxes may drive out rich Marylanders
http://www.wtop.com/?nid=1029
Cross Purposes 7.10.12
Somebody Got Somebody’s Attention
http://rjc-crosspurposes.blogspot.com/2012/07/somebody-got-somebodys-attention.html
Frederick News-Post 7.11.12
Population shift swells county tax dollars
http://www.fredericknewspost.com/sections/news/display.htm?StoryID=138029
Washington Times 7.11.12
O’Malley blog rebutting exodus report causes stir
http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2012/jul/11/omalley-blog-rebutting-exodus-report-causes-stir/
Patch: SPEAK OUT:   7.11.12
Are Taxes Driving Out Maryland’s Millionaires?
http://germantown.patch.com/articles/speak-out-are-taxes-driving-out-maryland-s-millionaires
Pocomoke Public Eye 7.11.12
Change Maryland Responds to Gov. Martin O’Malley’s Political Attack
http://thepocomokepubliceye.blogspot.com/2012/07/change-maryland-responds-to-gov-martin.html
Worcester County Times 7.12.12
Worcester’s tax base sees most new residents
http://www.delmarvanow.com/article/20120712/WCT01/207120387
The Tentacle 7.12.12
A Sorry State of Affairs
http://www.thetentacle.com/ShowArticle.cfm?mydocid=5222
Global Rhetoric 7.12.12
O’Malley’s Meltdown
http://www.globalrhetoric.com/2012/07/12/omalleys-meltdown/
SBY News 7.12.12
Change Maryland Responds To Gov. Martin O’Malley’s Political Attack
http://sbynews.blogspot.com/2012/07/change-maryland-responds-to-gov-martin.html
National
CNBC 7.09.12
In Maryland, Higher Taxes Chase Out Rich: Study
http://www.cnbc.com/id/48120446
Hot Air 7.09.12
Surprise: Higher taxes in Maryland chasing out the wealthy
http://hotair.com/archives/2012/07/09/surprise-higher-taxes-in-maryland-chasing-out-the-wealthy/
Daily Caller  7.10.12
Study: Marylanders moving to Virginia because of high taxes
http://dailycaller.com/2012/07/10/study-marylanders-moving-to-virginia-because-of-high-taxes/#ixzz20RCKY1Gr
CNBC 7.10.12
Hogan: Tax & Regulatory Policies Key to Attracting Business
http://www.cnbc.com/id/48117890
Fox Business News 7.12.12
Higher Taxes Cost Maryland $1.7 Billion in Tax Revenue
http://video.foxbusiness.com/v/1732098456001/
Other States
West Virginia
Charleston Daily Mail 7.11.12
Maryland shows folly of overtaxing people
http://www.dailymail.com/Opinion/Editorials/201207100185
New York
Diary of a Republican Hater 7.09.12
Don’t Worry the Right Just Wants to Increase the Tax Base
http://diaryofarepublicanhater.blogspot.com/2012/07/dont-worry-right-just-wants-to-increase.html
New Mexico
News New Mexico 7.10.12
Taxes Backfire in Maryland
http://newsnewmexico.blogspot.com/2012/07/attempt-to-tax-rich-in-maryland.html
North Dakota
Say Anything Blog 7.09.12
Maryland Learns If You Tax Rich People You Get Fewer Rich People
http://sayanythingblog.com/entry/maryland-learns-if-you-tax-reach-people-you-get-fewer-rich-people/
Virginia
Jefferson Policy Journal 7.12.12
Overtaxed Marylanders Flee to Virginia
http://www.jeffersonpolicyjournal.com/?p=2544
Washington D.C.
Washington Free Beacon 7.09.12
Marylander’s Flee O’Malley’s Taxes
http://freebeacon.com/marylanders-flee-omalleys-taxes/
Michigan
Dennis Tubbergen blog 7.12.12
Tax the Rich and they Move?
http://www.dennistubbergen.com/index.php/archives/2430
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O’Malley Admits to Falsifying Data on State Website

Following Governor Martin O’Malley’s misstatement of key statistics
measuring Maryland’s tax burden, Change Maryland acknowledged the
Washington D.C.-based Tax Foundation’s critical role in clarifying the
issue.
“In this economy, with people struggling to make ends meet, the last
thing we need right now is false information from our elected
officials about Maryland’s tax burden,” said Change Maryland
Chairman Larry Hogan. “Fortunately, someone was paying attention, and
I applaud their diligence in helping Governor O’Malley arrive at the
truth.”
The Tax Foundation noted that the O’Malley Administration eliminated
Delaware in a comparison of sales tax burdens because the state has no
sales tax. Virginia’s sales tax burden was misstated in an attempt to
make Maryland look more competitive.
The admission of error came as a direct result of a Tax Foundation
criticism of O’Malley’s blog post in which he personally attacked
Change Maryland and it’s members. The attack came as a result of
unexpected media attention in the wake of Change Maryland’s report of
tax filers moving to other states.
“Maryland’s tax system is not a competitive one, so I can understand
the pressure O’Malley is under to show that it’s somehow not that
bad,” said Tax Foundation Vice President for State Projects Joseph
Henchman. “We’re still critical of his approach of picking a few data
points while missing the overall picture, but it crossed the line when
his office put out wrong data on other states’ tax rates.”
“We take a lot of pride in giving accurate information,” said Tax
Foundation economist Scott Drenkard to the Washington Times, which
reported that O’Malley spokesman Raquel Guillory “admitted that the
blog post had been incorrect on Virginia.”
Similarly, Delaware was later added to the comparison.
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Change Maryland Responds to Gov. Martin O’Malley’s Political Attack

Change Maryland Chairman Larry Hogan appeared on WBAL’s “C-4″ show this afternoon to discuss the organization’s study on tax flight and the Governor’s response yesterday.
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Change Maryland Releases County-by-County Analysis of Tax Base

Annapolis – Change Maryland released today an analysis of how the state’s 24
jurisdictions are performing in a key metric of their ability to
provide essential government services, improve quality of life and
maintain fiscal responsibility – the rise or fall of the tax base.
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Maryland Spending Growth Highest in Region

Annapolis, MD – A report issued yesterday underscores again dramatic spending growth in Maryland, where the budget has increased more than any other state on the eastern seaboard and the mid-Atlantic region. Nationally, the rate of growth is higher than all but five other states, according to the non-partisan National Governor’s Association which compares state general fund budgets from fiscal years 2011 to 2013.
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Change Maryland Drives National Messaging on O’Malley’s Record

Annapolis, MD – As Governor Martin O’Malley diverts attention from Maryland again to focus on personal political ambitions, national media platforms are delivering Change Maryland’s message of the problems massive tax increases have had on job growth here at home.O’Malley is headed to Wisconsin today to campaign for the recall effort of Gov. Scott Walker.
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Maryland Taxes Spark Largest Exodus of Any State in Region

Annapolis, MD – Maryland accounted for the largest migration exodus of any
state in the region between 2007 and 2010, with a net migration resulting in
nearly 31,000 residents having left the state. Where did most of them go?
Virginia. Virginia is now home to 11,455 former Marylanders, taking $390
million from the tax rolls during this three-year period.
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