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MD HB139

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/19/2026

Primary Sponsor

Mike Rogers

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes November 11 (Veterans' Day) as an annual tax-free day in Maryland beginning in 2026, exempting veterans from sales and use tax on purchases under $250

  • Veterans must provide evidence of eligibility by presenting a valid government-issued identification card or license with a notation indicating veteran status

  • The original bill set the purchase threshold at $2,000, but amendments reduced it to $250

  • The original bill granted the Comptroller discretion to suspend the tax-free day, but this provision was removed through amendment

  • Takes effect July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Sales and Use Tax - Tax-Free Day - Veterans' Day

Exemptions

Last Action

Third Reading Passed (43-0)

4/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Budget and Taxation3/20/2026
Ways and Means1/14/2026

Full Bill Text

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