Maryland Governor Moore on Tax Reforms, Economic Growth

The video discusses Maryland's tax code issues and a new budget plan aimed at addressing a $3 billion budget gap. The plan includes tax cuts for 2/3 of Marylanders, without raising sales or income taxes, and focuses on reforming the tax code to be more competitive and pro-growth. It also highlights efforts to attract businesses to Maryland and modernize government operations through regulatory and procurement reforms.

What is the primary goal of the tax code reform in Maryland?

• To increase state revenue through higher taxes

• To simplify and make the tax system fairer and pro-growth

• To eliminate all taxes for Marylanders

• To match the tax rates of neighboring states

Which of the following taxes was NOT raised as part of Maryland's tax reforms?

• Sales tax

• Income tax

• Corporate tax

• Property tax

What was one of the unconventional approaches taken in Maryland's budget plan?

• Raising property taxes

• Raising the sales tax

• Cutting the corporate tax rate

• Increasing the inheritance tax

What is the focus of Maryland's broader economic strategy?

• Increasing government spending

• Raising taxes on all residents

• Attracting businesses through regulatory reforms

• Expanding government workforce

Which of the following is NOT part of Maryland's government modernization efforts?

• Real estate focus

• Increasing unnecessary spending

• IT consolidation

• Fleet consolidation