Maryland Coronavirus: Tax Payment Deadline Extended

Correction: The tax payment deadline has been extended beyond April 15, not the tax filing period.

MARYLAND — Taxpayers in Maryland will have extra time to pay money owed to the state due to taxes, the state comptroller reported Tuesday. Those filing their 2019 taxes will have an additional three months, to ensure residents are focusing on their physical health and the economy's health, the comptroller said.

If 2019 tax payments are made by July 15, there will be no interest or penalty for late payments.

"Right now, Maryland taxpayers and businesses must stay focused on their health and keeping their lights on, both in their homes and businesses," Comptroller Peter Franchot said. "Extending the due date for Maryland state individual and business income tax payments helps us keep cash flowing in our economy and into employees’ bank accounts."

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Franchot said his office was extending the deadline after the federal government made a similar move.

Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin announced Tuesday that the IRS will waive interest and penalty charges for 90 days for Americans who owe up to $1 million in taxes.

Last week, Franchot also extended business-related tax filing deadlines.

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• IRS Delays Tax Payment Deadline By 90 Days For Some
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