Tax on families of disabled sparks Maryland budget fight
A plan to tax families of adults with disabilities receiving state subsidized care emerged in Annapolis as part of a 1993 budget solution. Opponents call it unfair and intrusive while supporters say it targets those who can afford a contribution. The proposal faces strong opposition in the Senate and broad lobbying by disability advocates and families.
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State lawmakers criticise expansion as bureaucracy grows
ANNAPOLIS Md AP lawmakers fault Gov William Donald Schaefer for expanding the state bureaucracy yet note the General Assembly has grown by more than 30 percent since 1986 adding over 80 positions and 7 million in salaries and benefits The growth is questioned amid budget woes while some legislators argue extra staff are needed to monitor the governor and draft complex legislation The Department of Fiscal Services and the Legislative Reference Office also show sizable staffing gains with permanent hires cited as improving drafting expertise.
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