Tax Exemptions - Individuals Detained or Taken Hostage Abroad
Sponsor: Robert B. Long (District 6)Committee: Ways and MeansSubject: Taxes - PropertyStatus: Hearing 2/19 at 1:00 p.m. (as of Sep 4, 2026)
What this bill does
Official synopsis
Exempting from taxation the income of a certain individual detained or taken hostage abroad during the taxable year and the spouse of that individual; and exempting from property tax certain property that is owned by an individual detained or taken hostage abroad or the spouse of that individual, subject to certain limitations.
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Testimony (4)
MGA witness listFAV 4Favorable
| Position | Witness | Organization | Testimony |
|---|---|---|---|
| FAV | McAbee, Kendra | College Park City-University Partnership | Written (PDF) |
| FAV | Ziegler, Del. Natalie | Rural Caucus of Maryland | Position only |
| FAV | Delegate Long, R., Delegate Long, R.legislator | Individual | Oral |
| FAV | Tibbals, Trudy | Individual | Written (PDF) |