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- 1Maryland local governments push for more taxing power as home costs climb▼SUN: Why local governments seek more taxing power as Maryland homes become too costly
The Baltimore Sun reports that Maryland local governments are seeking expanded taxing authority as home prices rise beyond the reach of many residents. With housing affordability worsening across the state, officials argue they need new revenue tools to fund services, while critics worry additional taxes would deepen the burden on already struggling homeowners.
- 2Maryland weighs broader local tax powers amid housing affordability warnings▼Maryland weighs broader local tax powers as housing groups warn buyers will be priced out
Maryland lawmakers are considering giving local governments broader authority to raise taxes, and housing advocacy groups are warning the change could push home prices further out of reach for buyers. Supporters see it as a way to fund local services, while opponents argue added tax burdens would worsen the state's already strained housing affordability crisis.