On March 4, Legislative Director Kevin Kinnally testified before the Ways and Means Committee to oppose HB 919 – State Tax Credits, Exemptions, and Deductions – Alterations and Repeal.
This bill repeals or phases out proven incentives to attract investment, create jobs, and strengthen local economies. Without these programs, counties will lose a competitive edge in securing business growth and sustaining economic opportunity.
Counties support practical, results-driven economic policies that sustain long-term investment and job creation. HB 919 undermines those efforts by eliminating programs that have delivered results across the state.
Maryland’s budget challenges and economic shifts demand more innovative strategies, not the elimination of proven tools that support growth. Repealing these programs forces counties to navigate economic uncertainty with fewer resources, limiting their ability to respond to business needs and workforce demands. This broad-brush approach disregards the critical role of these incentives in attracting employers and bolstering local economies.
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