Previously, the Ridesharing Forum team reported the so-called traffic congestion fees in Chicago, prompting some passengers to return to traditional ride methods, instead of the more convenient ridesharing options.
Recently, these kinds of burden on their pockets are haunting Baltimore City as well in Maryland. Lyft, Uber, and other rides of this kind in Baltimore are bound to get even more expensive once authorities implement the legislation that the Baltimore City Council committee passed last Tuesday.
This proposal, led by the management of Mayor Brandon Scott, is mandating that the city’s taxes on ride-hailing services and taxis increase from 25 cents for each ride to 38 cents. On the surface, this might seem not a gigantic increase, but once it adds up and piles up, that’s when the pain starts.
Furthermore, The Baltimore Sun reported that an extra $2 million would be generated by the hike, boosting yearly proceeds from the tax to a whopping $5.8 million. You see? Parties are hoping this huge money be sent on transport-related initiatives.
The increasing tax is among the various fines and fees that the city’s government is looking to implement as part of its $4.6 billion fiscal budget for this year, 2026. Aside from the burden upon ridesharing, there will also be increases on ambulance rides and landfill tipping fees, as outlined in the plan. Plus, there are other fees that have not been made public.
Officials are also doubling the tax to 50 cents, but there is this allowance of 38 cents to test the effect on ridership. More talks will be held to finalize these plans, and more surprising revelations are coming up next.
Baltimore is among the most historic cities to explore in the USA, also featured in the stories of novelist Edgar Allan Poe.
There are several things to do in Maryland. You can try diverse activities like visiting the historic Baltimore Inner Habor or the National Aquarium, and experiencing the charming Annapolis, as well as enjoy the beaches on Assateague Island and the energetic boardwalk in Ocean City.
Are you a history buff? Don’t forget to visit Antietam. Are you an outdoor lover? Don’t forget to head over to Deep Creek Lake. For families, they can enjoy Six Flags America or the Maryland Science Center.
The sceneries in Baltimore are awesome. While those above are for Maryland, these are the places for the city. First, there’s the American Visionary Art Museum, the official national museum, education center, and repository for intuitive and self-taught artistry.
You may also visit the Babe Ruth Birthplace & Museum, which sounds like your favorite chocolate brand, but it’s actually an attraction that features rare Ruthian artifacts and the new “Champions” exhibit showcasing the 1983 World Series, and so much more.
The rising taxes in this city of Baltimore may hinder tourists from gaining the independence exploring these attractions. Why don’t you share your insights? Sign up for your account today on this Ridesharing Forum site!