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Committee hears bill to expand state EITC to single filers without dependents
Budget and Taxation Committee · February 5, 2026
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Summary
SB 377 would raise income thresholds and expand Maryland's earned income tax credit for filers without qualifying children so more low-income workers can claim up to $600; advocates argued it is an effective anti-poverty tool and urged a favorable report.
Makai Polk, a graduate legislative fellow in the senator’s office, presented Senate Bill 377 to expand Maryland’s earned income tax credit (EITC) to increase eligibility for individuals without qualifying children by raising phase-out levels and increasing the state match.
"This tax credit seeks to…
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