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Maryland Research and Development Tax Credit

Provides a state tax credit for Maryland companies conducting qualified experimental work in the state.

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The Maryland Research and Development Tax Credit, under the Maryland Department of Commerce, rewards companies that spend on qualified research inside Maryland. It is a state tax credit, not a cash grant, and it is designed to lower the cost of experimental work that meets the federal definition of R&D. The program runs each year and carries a statutory sunset of June 30, 2027 unless lawmakers ext…

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Each grant below is a distinct funding opportunity with its own eligibility, scope, and deliverables.

Last verified: 29 May 2026Source: commerce.maryland.gov