Wes Moore, budget gap and tax increases

Gov. Wes Moore is about to pitch tax cuts and increases for the first time. Here’s what we know.
Maryland’s wealthiest earners would pay more in state taxes, while corporations and other workers would get a tax cut under a budget plan Gov. Wes Moore will introduce Wednesday — marking the first time the Democrat has thrown his political weight behind policies that could directly impact most Marylanders’ pocketbooks.
Governor Moore's proposed 2026 budget will bring tax cuts to 82% of Marylanders
In an interview with WJZ, Governor Wes Moore said his FY2026 budget will bring major tax cuts to 82% of Marylanders, while increasing tax rates for the state's highest earners.
Moore announces tax increases for the wealthy to close budget gap
Moore has also pledged making $2 billion in cuts to help close a $3 billion budget gap, targeting some spending on climate initiatives and government inefficiency.
Moore’s budget: Tax overhaul includes cuts and increases for Marylanders
An overhaul of Maryland’s personal income taxes would give two-thirds of filers an average tax cut of about $173 while raising hundreds of millions of dollars more from those making more than
Moore to cut taxes for most Marylanders, raise taxes for highest earners
Governor Wes Moore says 82% of Marylanders will see a cut or no change in their taxes, while the richest 18% will see increases. He did not say how much that increase will be.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore discusses investments, legislative priorities ahead of budget presentation
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore announced significant investments and his legislative priorities for this year ahead of Wednesday’s budget presentation. One of those legislative priorities is making Maryland’
SUN: Moore's budget | Tax overhaul includes cuts and increases for Marylanders
An overhaul of Maryland’s personal income taxes would give two-thirds of filers an average tax cut of about $173 while raising hundreds of millions of dollars m
Maryland Gov. Moore Includes Income Tax Increases for Wealthy Residents to Help Address $3B Deficit
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has included higher income tax rates for taxpayers who make more than $500,000 in his budget plan, as well as about $2 billion in budget cuts to address a $3 billion deficit
Gov. Moore stops short of guaranteeing no new taxes ahead of budget cuts
Gov. Wes Moore promised his budget will have $2 billion in cuts, while the General Assembly will work to close the remaining $1 billion of the deficit.
Wes Moore committed to rebuilding the state government workforce. Can he do that amid Maryland’s fiscal crisis?
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Gov. Moore on Working With Trump: "I'm Not The Leader Of The Resistance, I'm The Governor Of Maryland"
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Governor Moore to present 2026 budget proposal amid fiscal shortfall concerns
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Will Budget Problems Drive Down Wes Moore’s Popularity?
Maryland’s Democratic governor has quickly gained a national profile and enjoys strong support at home. But a $3 billion budget shortfall is going to force him to make some unpopular choices.
Democratic Governor Offers An Olive Branch To Trump On CNN
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D) told CNN on Tuesday that he’s willing to partner with President-elect Donald Trump to strengthen ...
Critics slam Moore's budget, blame poor planning for $3B deficit, tax hikes on rich
As Maryland Governor Wes Moore prepares to lay out his budget proposal for the upcoming fiscal year, he's hinting at one key ...
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore launches government efficiency initiative to make dent in $3 billion deficit
Gov. Wes Moore will look to make a dent in the looming $3 billion state budget deficit through a new effort that aims to save ...