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HB 1160

Calvert County - Personal Property Tax - Exemption

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Mark Fisher

HB 1160 exempts certain personal property from Calvert County taxation, reducing local revenue and potentially shifting tax burdens to remaining taxpayers.

Hearing 2/26 at 1:00 p.m.
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Bill Summary · HB 1160

Legislative bill overview

HB 1160 proposes to create a personal property tax exemption in Calvert County, Maryland. The bill would remove certain categories of personal property from the county's taxable base, reducing the tax obligations for affected property owners. Specific details about which property types qualify for exemption are not provided in the available information.

Why is this important

Personal property taxes affect businesses, manufacturers, and individuals who own equipment, machinery, vehicles, or other tangible assets. Changes to exemptions directly impact local government revenue in Calvert County and affect the tax burden distribution between personal property owners and other taxpayers (such as residential and commercial real estate owners).

Potential points of contention

  • Revenue impact: The county loses tax revenue from exempted properties, potentially requiring tax increases elsewhere or budget reductions in county services
  • Equity concerns: Exemptions may benefit certain industries or property types while shifting the tax burden to non-exempt owners, raising fairness questions
  • Scope ambiguity: Without knowing which specific properties are exempted, stakeholders cannot assess whether the exemption is narrowly tailored or broadly applied

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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