Amid large state fiscal challenges, progressive groups and lawmakers are hoping to pass a variety of tax reforms. Once fully phased in, the yet-to-be introduced bill would raise $1.6 billion for the state general fund annually which could potentially offset the large projected budget deficits. Additionally, this increased tax revenue could pay for tax credits [...]
Manis Canning & Associates (MCA) is extremely proud to celebrate its 50th year of advocacy in Annapolis! MCA’s roots date back to 1974 when George Manis began representing the Motion Picture Association of America, a nationally respected Association that remains a valued MCA client to this day. Since that time, Manis Canning has grown to [...]
Members of the Manis Canning & Associates (MCA) team, Natasha Mehu and Andrea Mansfield, presented to the Maryland Association of CPAs this week discussing the State's fiscal outlook. The presentation titled "Maryland’s Fiscal Outlook – The Good, the Bad and the Ugly" shared data and information on the State's near-term budget outlook, fiscal year 2025, [...]
Executive and legislative leadership broached the hard subjects of potential tax increases, budget cuts, cost shifts, and other tough decisions that will need to be made as the state faces a structural budget shortfall at the 2024 MACo Winter Conference last week. An article in Maryland Matters offers key insights and quotes from the presentation. [...]
With the recent departure of members of the General Assembly, three new members prepare to take their seats. One, Delegate Kent Robinson (District 25 - Prince George's County), was sworn in the end of May to replace Delegate Darryl Barnes, who joined a lobbying firm. Another, Malcolm Ruff (District 41 - Baltimore City), was recently [...]
The Center for Alcohol Policy recently released its 2023 National Survey. Key survey findings include: Solid support exists across party lines for state regulation of alcohol Americans are satisfied with current alcohol regulations Americans want alcohol laws to prioritize safety The three-tier system is viewed as working well by Americans This year’s survey, as in [...]
Governor Wes Moore highlights priorities and touts public service in his first State of the State address. Remarks as published in the Governor's press release: Good afternoon. Madame Speaker, Mr. President, members of the General Assembly, members of our Congressional delegation, colleagues in state and local government, and my fellow Marylanders... For almost three years, [...]
Alongside The Stephen and Renee Bisciotti Foundation, the Ravens have committed $20 million to transform the Hilton Recreation Center in West Baltimore into the Baltimore Ravens Boys & Girls Club at Hilton Recreation Center. The announcement was made at a Thursday press conference attended by Ravens President Sashi Brown, President Emeritus Dick Cass, Mayor Brandon [...]
Wes Moore was sworn in as Governor of the State of Maryland today; making history as the first Black Governor of the State. Below you will find Governor Wes Moore's inauguration remarks as prepared for delivery outside the statehouse in Annapolis on Wednesday, January 18: Good afternoon, Maryland, and from the bottom of my heart, [...]
The Manis Canning team would like to wish you a safe, healthy, and happy holiday season! We thank you for your continued support and look forward to working with you in the new year. Happy holidays from Manis Canning!
