HB542Introduced in the House of Delegates
Earned Income Tax Credit - Individuals Without Qualifying Children - Eligibility
Introduced by Jheanelle Wilkins, District 20
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
Expanding eligibility for the Maryland earned income tax credit for individuals without qualifying children by altering the income thresholds at which the credit phases out; providing that, after the 2025 tax year, the income threshold and phase-out amounts are adjusted annually for inflation; and applying the Act to all taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025.
Where it stands
Hearing 2/12 at 1:00 p.m.
January 27, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.
Bill history
First Reading Ways and Means
Hearing 2/12 at 1:00 p.m.
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