Maryland Comptroller Lierman Announces Tax-Free Shopping Week for Back to School

August 11, 2025

Maryland's tax-free shopping week runs until August 16, allowing consumers to purchase certain items without paying sales tax, as part of a 2007 law designed to help families save money before the school year. Comptroller Brooke Lierman endorsed the initiative as a way for hardworking Marylanders to stretch their budgets while supporting local businesses. Despite projecting a $9 million revenue loss for the state, Lierman defended maintaining the tax holiday amid budget-balancing efforts.

Who is affected

Maryland consumers and families
Local Maryland businesses and retailers
Tanger Outlets shoppers and Tanger Club members
Maryland state government (through projected $9 million revenue loss)

What action is being taken

Maryland is implementing its tax-free shopping week until August 16
Comptroller Brooke Lierman is promoting the tax holiday as a way to help Marylanders save money
Tanger Outlets is offering additional deals and doubling some savings during the tax-free period
The state is allowing qualifying online purchases to be tax-free if ordered and paid for during the week and shipped immediately

Why it matters

Helps families save money as the school year approaches
Keeps money "in the pockets of hardworking Marylanders" during economically challenging times
Supports local businesses and stimulates the Maryland economy
Provides relief to consumers as costs continue to rise
Represents a $9 million revenue sacrifice by the state to help residents

What's next

No explicit next steps stated in the article

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