Comptroller Peter Franchot reminds residents to Shop Maryland and Save for the Holidays while crossing gifts off your list.

The Comptroller has once again partnered with the MD|DC Credit Union Association to provide savings to members who shop locally and support Maryland small businesses.

Participating Maryland-based credit unions are offering rewards points and incentives to members who make purchases at local businesses from now until the end of the year. Those sales will be tracked through credit card transactions. Each credit union has established its own system for rewarding members, which can be found on the Comptroller's website by expanding the tab for "Shop Maryland and Save for the Holidays."

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The Maryland Retailers Association, a longtime partner in the Comptroller's Shop Maryland for the Holidays campaign, emphasizes that its members are focused on making shoppers feel safe so they can comfortably shop while in stores. MRA is expecting record sales this holiday season, as consumers look to make up for a cautious approach last year during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Visit the Comptroller of Maryland website for more information on shopping local and to find out about participating credit unions. Merchants are encouraged to visit our website to download graphics to post on social media or on storefront windows.

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