Maryland House Considers Budget Amendments on Taxes, Fees, and Nonprofit Oversight

MD House Chamber

Maryland House Republicans proposed several amendments to the FY 2027 budget aimed at increasing affordability, including a 30-day gas tax holiday, halting a planned gas tax increase, and rolling back various fees. Democrats questioned the effectiveness of the proposals, while Republicans argued the amendments would provide meaningful savings to residents. Republican members also offered amendments…

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Md. House GOP Members Press For End To School Mask Mandate

Maryland State House Republicans want to accelerate the lifting of a mask requirement in schools. The state Board of Education is allowing local school systems to consider what are termed off-ramps, taking into account local rates of COVID-19 rates and vaccination. The House GOP has written a letter to the State Superintendent stating that current…

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