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MD HB463

MD HB463
Income Tax - Subtraction Modification - First-Time Homebuyer Savings Accounts


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Introduced
01/25/2018
In Committee
01/25/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/09/2018

Introduced Session

2018 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Allowing a subtraction modification under the Maryland income tax for contributions to a certain first-time homebuyer savings account during a taxable year and certain earnings on the account; providing that an account holder may claim the subtraction modification under certain circumstances; providing that transfers of money to or from the account are subject to certain requirements and limitations; applying the Act to all taxable years beginning after December 31, 2017; etc.

AI Summary

This bill allows a subtraction modification under the Maryland income tax for contributions to a first-time homebuyer savings account and certain earnings on the account. The account holder can claim the subtraction for up to 10 years, with a $50,000 cap on total earnings. The funds must be used for the eligible costs of purchasing a home in Maryland by a qualified beneficiary who has not owned a home in the state in the last 7 years. The bill also outlines requirements and limitations on transfers to and from the account, as well as penalties for withdrawing funds for non-eligible purposes. The Comptroller is required to adopt regulations to implement the provisions of the bill, which applies to all taxable years beginning after December 31, 2017.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (22)

Last Action

Hearing 2/14 at 1:00 p.m. (on 02/14/2018)

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