Day: November 15, 2012

Alcohol industry blames flat sales in Md. on 9% tax

Representatives from the alcohol industry told the Maryland Board of Revenue Estimates Wednesday that the state’s year-old 9% sales tax on alcoholic beverages has produced stagnant growth in liquor sales in the past year, while growth in neighboring Virginia and Delaware was above the national average. Banking and real estate panelists also speaking at the board’s economic advisory forum said state and federal regulations will hinder potential private sector growth as the federal fiscal cliff approaches.

State Roundup, November 15, 2012

Prince George’s businesses are upbeat over prospect of new casino; Maryland Live! Gears up to replace some slots with table games, to hold a free “dealer school” to help in hiring; meanwhile, some Baltimore City residents are concerned that city is moving too fast with Caesars; shore gay couples speak about legal changes to their status; O’Malley administration grows more concerned as counties join effort against bay cleanup strictures; former Del. Alston meets governor; and town council’s recitation of Lord’s Prayer under fire.

State to hire gaming agency employees and procurement consultant

The Maryland Board of Public Works approved the creation of 44 gambling regulation jobs within the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency that are directly associated with the passage of Question 7 for expanded gambling in last week’s election. The powerful board, which comprises the governor, treasurer and comptroller, also approved hiring a consulting service to help update procurement practices for state agencies.

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