The AAF Government Affairs Committee met virtually on September 24 to dive into one of the most pressing issues for our industry: artificial intelligence. The conversation was led by Heather West, Senior Director of Cybersecurity and Privacy Services at Venable LLP, who is recognized nationally as a strategist at the intersection of technology, policy, and culture.

Maryland’s new 3% sales and use tax on certain digital and IT services took effect July 1. Learn how this change could impact creative agencies, freelancers, and marketing pros — plus get the Maryland Comptroller’s checklist, quick-reference flyer, and contact info to help you determine if the tax applies, register, update contracts, and stay compliant.

Maryland is implementing a new 3% sales and use tax on a broad range of digital, data, and IT services under the 2025 Budget Reconciliation and Financing Act (HB 352). This change affects both service providers and buyers, and could influence pricing, contract terms, and compliance responsibilities for many in the creative, marketing, and tech sectors.

This month, AAF Baltimore continued its commitment to protecting the integrity of advertising through proactive government relations, locally and nationally. From Annapolis to Sacramento, we’ve been working with our partners to ensure the voice of our industry is heard.

When you’re deep in the work—crafting campaigns, building brands, solving client challenges—it’s easy to miss what’s happening in the legislative halls of other states.

What happens when businesses, creatives, and industry leaders speak up? Change.

This week, AAF Baltimore had the opportunity to take part in AAF's advocacy efforts during Advertising Day on the Hill, where we engaged wit

Maryland lawmakers are considering a tax on advertising and other business-to-business services , a move that would have severe...

An update from AAFB's Legislative Committee, Donna M.D. Thomas & Kaitlin D. Corey. On June 29, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”)...

An update from AAFB's Legislative Committee, Donna M.D. Thomas & Kaitlin D. Corey. Last year, a Maryland Circuit Court Judge struck down...