Transportation - Rental Cars - Excise Tax Exemption
HB 585 exempts rental cars from Maryland's vehicle excise tax, directly affecting rental car companies operating in the state. The bill adds "RENTAL VEHICLE" to the list of vehicles already exempt from this tax under Maryland law. This change takes effect July 1, 2026, removing a tax burden specifically on vehicles used for short-term rentals.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 28, 2026
Last action Jan 29, 2026
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Jan 28, 2026
Committee
First Reading Ways and Means
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Mark Chang
DDemocratic
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