Volunteers of Moms Demand Action, Students Demand Action, and Everytown for Gun Safety’s advocacy day in Annapolis, Md. highlighted the need for action to end gun violence in Maryland communities.
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Governor Moore appoints Harry Coker Jr., former national cyber director, to secretary of commerce
Governor Wes Moore has appointed Harry Coker Jr. as the new secretary of the Maryland Department of Commerce, succeeding Kevin Anderson, who is now serving as the governor’s senior adviser on economic development.
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Gov. Wes Moore touts progress in fight to end child poverty in Maryland
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has announced significant investments in the ENOUGH Act, a state-run initiative to end child poverty, through community-driven solutions and partnerships with philanthropists.
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PRESS ROOM: Congressman Kweisi Mfume endorses Jolene Ivey for Prince George’s County executive
Congressman Kweisi Mfume has endorsed Jolene Ivey, a member of the House of Delegates and an At-Large member of the County Council, to serve as Prince George’s County Executive, known for her collaborative leadership style and commitment to results.
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Op-ed: A people-first plan to balance the budget and ‘leave no one behind’
Maryland Governor Wes Moore has proposed a budget plan that prioritizes education, tax reform, and economic growth to balance the state’s budget, with a focus on helping those who have felt overlooked and left behind.
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Advocates warn budget cuts will harm Maryland residents with disabilities
Maryland’s Developmental Disabilities Administration is concerned about proposed cuts to state programs, which could impact the quality of care for vulnerable residents, according to advocates and state officials.
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Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland members lay out 2025 agenda
The Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland has unveiled its top legislative priorities for 2025, focusing on education, wealth-building, public safety, justice reform, housing, and healthcare.
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PRESS ROOM: Delegate Ashanti Martinez introduces resolution affirming Maryland’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
Delegate Ashanti Martinez has introduced a House Joint Resolution reaffirming Maryland’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, emphasizing its importance for promoting opportunity and shared success for all Marylanders.
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Maryland’s 2024 year-end data highlights promising trends for residents
Maryland added nearly 2,300 jobs in October and November 2024, with the unemployment rate being lower than the national rate, and minority-owned businesses may have contributed to the upward trend in hiring.
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Police drones are flying over Maryland. Will state lawmakers regulate them?
Montgomery County police are using drones to help fight crime, with four drones responding to nearly 2,000 calls since the program’s launch, and Maryland lawmakers are considering regulating the use of drones for police responses.
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Comptroller Lierman announces start of tax season in Maryland
The 2025 Tax Filing Season in Maryland will begin on January 27, with a controlled rollout in accordance with IRS best practices, and the Comptroller’s Office is launching the #EarnedIt Campaign to encourage eligible Marylanders to claim the Earned Income Tax Credit and Child Tax Credits.
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Gov. Wes Moore reveals economic growth agenda for 2025
Governor Wes Moore has announced over $750 million in funding for economic and workforce development, including $128.5 million for targeted investments in Maryland’s dominant industries, which are expected to generate $515.6 million in economic activity and support more than 2,500 jobs.