Statement From Candidate For Governor Kelly Schulz on Inflation Tax

Candidate for governor Kelly Schulz today released the following statement calling on Comptroller Peter Franchot to take immediate action to halt the largest gas tax increase in nearly a decade as a result of the Inflation Tax:

“Comptroller Peter Franchot is shirking his responsibility. If he wanted to, he could take immediate action to halt the largest gas tax increase in nearly a decade from taking place.

“We have all witnessed the Comptroller do victory laps and issue glowing press releases touting his ability to change deadlines for the income tax or estimated tax payments. Why can’t he take similar action here and deliver relief to all Marylanders?

“At a time when Marylanders are clamoring for help to deal with the burdens of inflation and sky-rocketing gas prices, Comptroller Franchot is more interested in passing the buck and abdicating his constitutional duty. Being a leader means doing what is right even when it’s politically inconvenient – something the Comptroller seems to have a real problem accepting.

“I won’t be afraid to fight for hardworking Marylanders. The Inflation Tax is wrong – when I am governor, repealing it will be a top priority on day one.”