ANNAPOLIS, Md., June 13, 2025 — Maryland Comptroller Brooke E. Lierman released a report detailing the state’s 2025 tax filing season, showing faster processing times and a rise in tax credit claims. From January 20 to May 30, 2025, the Office of the Comptroller processed over 3 million personal income tax returns and issued $2.7 billion in refunds to 1.9 million taxpayers.
Electronic returns were processed in under three days on average, a 39% improvement from last year’s nearly five days. Paper returns saw a 35% decrease, averaging 16.9 days compared to 26 days in 2024. “While there is still work ahead in making tax processing faster and more efficient, I am encouraged by the significant progress we have made in the last year to cut tax processing times and increase the number of Marylanders claiming the tax credits that belong to them,” Comptroller Lierman said. “This is a direct result of our continued agency modernization efforts and the hard work and commitment of our team. We will continue to build on these improvements and find new ways to enhance the taxpayer experience.”
The report also highlighted growth in tax credit claims. Over 444,000 taxpayers claimed the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) for 2024, totaling $519 million, a 7.8% increase from the prior year. The Child Tax Credit (CTC) saw more than 54,000 claims, worth $9 million, up 5%. The Earned It campaign, launched in January 2025 with the Governor’s Office of Children and state agencies, promoted these credits. The campaign, set to expand with Maryland General Assembly funding, encouraged eligible residents to claim the EITC and CTC.
Taxpayers can now track refunds and access services through the MyCOMConnect portal on the Maryland Comptroller’s website under “Get Help.” The portal allows scheduling appointments with the Taxpayer Services Division and offers additional resources. The comptroller’s office attributed the improvements to ongoing modernization efforts, including technology upgrades and staff dedication.
The faster processing times benefit Marylanders awaiting refunds, while increased EITC and CTC claims provide financial relief to low- and moderate-income families. The comptroller’s office plans further enhancements to streamline services and expand outreach for tax credits.
