State Department of Assessments and Taxation – Local Reimbursement for Administration Costs – Alterations

HB 292 changes how Maryland counties and Baltimore City pay the State Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT) for administrative costs. Currently, local governments reimburse 90% of costs for real property valuation, business personal property valuation, and information technology support, but the bill alters the payment schedule to four installments: 25% by July 1, 50% by October 1, and 25% each by January 1 and April 1. This affects all 23 counties and Baltimore City, which are responsible for these reimbursements under existing law. The bill does not change the reimbursement percentage but adjusts payment timing to improve cash flow management for local governments.