Day: April 28, 2014

Marylanders get so-so return on tax investment, study says

Marylanders get so-so return on tax investment, study says

Marylanders spend within their means and get a decent return on investment when comparing taxes and quality of government services, a personal finance website has found.

Wallethub.com ranked Maryland first in the country for residents with the most sustainable spending habits, and ranked the state at an unremarkable 33rd when it comes to return on investment for state taxpayers.

More natural gas production, shipping in Md. favored in poll

A majority of Marylanders favor increased tapping of natural gas and oil in the state, according to a new poll.

The poll, conducted on behalf of the American Petroleum Institute and the Maryland Petroleum Council, found that 88% agreed with the idea that increased production of gas and oil would stimulate the economy, while 91% favor the development of national energy infrastructure.

State Roundup, April 28, 2014

“House of Cards” to remain in Maryland afterall; 26 lawmakers reimbursed for $46,000 in out-of-state travel; O’Malley sign into law bill banning surgical silencing of pets; new pot decriminalization law puts police in a quandary over inconsistencies; unregulated ride-share services come under PSC scrutiny; late DNR Secretary Torrey Brown remembered; Jon Cardin touts environmental score card, gets bested by rival Brian Frosh; Brown wins straw poll during Hagerstown Dem summit; gubernatorial candidates talk taxes; Gansler touts 200+ endorsements; and Lollar wins GOP straw poll.

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