Comptroller of Maryland
Thomas Brennan, III is a seasoned professional in public affairs with significant experience in governmental roles. Currently serving as the Board of Public Works Coordinator and Special Advisor to the Comptroller at the Comptroller of Maryland since August 2022, Thomas previously held multiple positions within the organization, including Special Adviser and Legislative Assistant. Prior experience includes serving as Finance Director for Friends of Peter Franchot and various roles in political campaigns, including Campaign Director for Alec Ross for Maryland. Educational background includes a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science and Environmental Studies from Washington College, with additional academic exposure at the University of Oxford.
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Comptroller of Maryland
The principal duty of the Comptroller of Maryland is to collect taxes. With a budget of $110 million, the agency collects approximately $16 billion a year in state and local tax revenue and provides services through 12 branch offices throughout the state. The major revenue sources are individual and business income taxes and sales and use taxes. The agency also collects taxes on motor fuel, estates, admissions and amusement, alcohol and tobacco. The Comptroller is the chief regulator of alcohol, tobacco and motor fuel products and protects consumers and small businesses through testing motor fuel quality, aggressively pursuing cigarette smugglers and safeguarding our state’s youth from dangerous caffeinated alcoholic beverages. By enforcing the collection of taxes, the comptroller is providing a level playing field for local businesses competing with out-of-state retailers who fail to pay their fair share. The Comptroller’s Office also audits taxpayers for compliance, handles delinquent tax collection and enforces license and unclaimed property laws. The agency publicizes forgotten bank accounts, insurance benefits and reunites taxpayers with their lost property. The office provides information technology services critical to the daily operation of most state agencies. Acting as Maryland's chief accountant, the comptroller pays the state's bills, maintains its books, prepares financial reports, and pays state employees.