About Peter

"(Franchot) has a strong grasp of budget intricacies and an appetite to shed light on corporate income tax loopholes… (he is) a strong advocate for the interests of the taxpayer." – Baltimore Sun

Peter Franchot is an independent, fiscal watchdog for the taxpayers of Maryland. Franchot has worked tirelessly to keep Maryland competitive in the knowledge-based economy, create a climate of economic equality and protect the state's natural resources. He’s an effective and principled advocate that stands up for Maryland.

Peter's Story

Peter Franchot is a committed public servant who has dedicated his life to improving the lives of people across Maryland. An army veteran, Franchot served with distinction in the Maryland House of Delegates for 20 years and has ably served the people of Maryland as their Comptroller since January 2007. Learn more »

Delivering for Maryland

During his tenure as Comptroller, Peter Franchot has cracked down on tax cheats, cigarette smugglers and illegal alcohol and motor fuel sales. He has closed corporate tax loopholes, launched the first-in-the-nation program to ensure that federal contractors are paying their fair share in State taxes and has sought statewide compliance with Maryland's minority business enterprise participation goals. Learn More »

Endorsements

In 2006, Peter Franchot ran a historic campaign bringing people together across Maryland. He won endorsements from unions, organizations, elected officials and thousands of people across Maryland. Learn More »

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By Authority: Friends of Peter Franchot, Tom Gentile, Treasurer