Maryland lawmakers are clashing over a last-minute tax on business-to-business services, with some arguing it will exacerbate the state’s worsening revenue shortfall projections.

Maryland lawmakers are considering a new tax on sugary drinks as a potential solution to the state's significant budget deficit.

The proposal is the legislature’s opening revenue offer in budget negotiations with Democratic Gov. Wes Moore amid a projected $3 billion deficit.

In an effort to address Maryland’s growing budget deficit, two Democratic lawmakers are considering a tax on sugary beverage distributors — a proposal that has sparked controversy among Republicans and retailers.

From a potential spike in property taxes to a tax on sugary drinks and salty snacks, cannabis, sports betting even ending tax free shopping week over to summer and now there's talk of a last minute tax on business-to-business essential services.