Sonya Dunn

Maryland Economy

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Maryland Economy with Sonya Dunn is a weekly podcast covering the Maryland economy, state budget, taxes, government spending, public finance, economic development, and fiscal policy . Hosted by Sonya Dunn , business executive, MBA, and Republican nominee for Comptroller of Maryland , the show helps listeners understand how decisions made in Annapolis affect taxpayers, families, retirees, small businesses, nonprofits, and local communities across the state. Each episode breaks down complex topics—including the Maryland state budget, tax policy, state revenue, government accountability, procurem...

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Technology Tax 10.06.2026 12:34

Episode #3: Maryland's Technology Tax – Who Really Pays the Price? Maryland's new 3% tax on information technology and data services has been promoted as a way to generate revenue and help address the state's growing budget challenges. But what does it actually mean for taxpayers, small businesses, nonprofits, and Maryland's long-term economic competitiveness? In this episode of Maryland Economy ,...

Maryland's "Paint Tax" 27.04.2026 10:29

A clear breakdown of Maryland’s new PaintCare fee (aka paint tax—who pays, where the money goes, and why it matters. Segments: How much is the tax? Impact on small business and construction industry Where the money goes? Private entity collecting state-mandated fee About (PaintCare) Is it a tax or not? The bigger issue for Maryland Listen, share, and stay informed. If you believe in transparency,...

Tax Day 15.04.2026 7:23

Sonya Dunn discuss the implication of 2025 taxes and fees on the last day of tax season. Authorized by Sonya Dunn for Maryland, Seaborn Carter, Treasurer