News Releases

The Comptroller's Communications Office issues news releases on a regular basis to inform the media and through them, the public about important activities happening in the agency.

Current News Releases

Comptroller's Branch Offices Say 'No' to Cash
Annapolis, Md. (January 26, 2012) - Beginning February 1, 11 of the 12 Comptroller's branch offices will no longer accept cash payments from taxpayers.

10,000! Petition Drive for Financial Literacy Surpasses Goal
Annapolis, Md. (January 24, 2012) - Comptroller Peter Franchot today announced that his statewide petition drive in support of financial literacy has surpassed his goal of 10,000 signatures. To date, a coalition of grassroots volunteers have gathered 10,014 signatures for his financial literacy education petition. The initiative calls for all Maryland students to take a stand alone course in personal finance before graduating from high school.

"It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year”: Comptroller Provides Helpful Tax Time Tips
Annapolis, Md. (January 18, 2012) – With the tax filing deadline less than three months away, Comptroller Peter Franchot today announced important changes and new customer service initiatives for this year’s filing season. Many of this year’s changes are part of the Comptroller’s initiative to go green, saving our state’s natural resources and tax dollars.

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