Comptroller Peter Franchot (Newsline file photo)

Comptroller's Office Gears Up to Collect New Taxes

Peter Franchot's office prepares to collect new taxes passed during the special session by sending out notices to businesses and extending the sales tax to certain services. Maryland is one of two states where the comptroller works as a tax collector.

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The Tax Man Stayeth: Franchot Says He's Happy in Comptroller's Job

Gov. Martin O'Malley's Statement About the Special Session

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