Gov. Wes Moore has proposed a budget that raises income taxes for Maryland’s highest earners and cuts education and other programs, including for people with developmental disabilities, in an attempt to balance the state’s fiscal challenge and reduce its $3 billion deficit.
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Gov. Moore orders state to tighten its belt, but big cuts are comingÂ
Gov. Wes Moore is directing his administration to find $50 million in savings through the Government Modernization Initiative, which aims to fix inefficiencies and inconsistencies in state spending, with the help of Boston Consulting Group and Chief Performance Officer Asma Mirza.
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Governor Moore prepares to roll out FY2026 budget as $3 billion deficit loomsÂ
Maryland Governor Wes Moore is planning to cut $2 billion from his proposed budget to address the state’s $3 billion budget deficit, while Del. Vanessa E. Atterbeary is not willing to make cuts to the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future and is instead looking for creative solutions to generate revenue.
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Wes Moore and Mayor Brandon Scott address historic progress and 2025 public safety priorities
Maryland Governor Wes Moore and Baltimore City Mayor Brandon M. Scott announced a $122 million budget proposal to increase public safety, including an additional $4.2 million for evidence-based community interventions, and highlighted the city’s 20% reduction in homicides in 2023 and 23% in 2024.
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2025 Maryland General Assembly kicks off
The 2025 Maryland General Assembly session is focused on protecting the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future, improving police accountability laws, and addressing a $2.9 million budget deficit.
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Ben Cardin reflects on his life, legacy and plans for retirement
Former U.S. Sen. Ben Cardin has announced his retirement after 58 years of public service, and reflects on his accomplishments and advice for the next generation of aspiring politicians.
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Shaneka Henson poised to become first Black woman of Anne Arundel County, Md. to serve in the Maryland Senate
Maryland Del. Shaneka Henson has been nominated by the Anne Arundel County Democratic Central Committee to the state Senate, and if approved by the governor, she will become the first Black woman to represent Anne Arundel County, Md. in the state Senate.
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Gov. Moore awards Y in Central Maryland $300,000 grant to fight poverty
The Y in Central Maryland has been awarded a $300,000 planning grant from the Maryland Governor’s Office of Children’s ENOUGH Act to address the root causes of poverty in the Greater Waverly area.
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New Year brings wave of new laws across the United States
In 2025, new laws in various states will impact gun safety, healthcare, consumer privacy, transportation, and public safety, with gun safety taking center stage.
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Building a strong foundation for 2025
Senator Cory V. McCray reflects on the progress made in 2024 and the challenges faced, while emphasizing the importance of good governance and the need to continue to build stronger foundations for a brighter future.
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PRESS ROOM: Resumes now being accepted for the 41st Legislative District vacancy in the Maryland Senate
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has appointed Senator Jill P. Carter to serve on the Maryland State Board of Contract Appeals, leaving her seat on the Maryland Senate vacant, and the Baltimore City Democratic State Central Committee is now accepting resumes to fill the Senate vacancy.
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Prince County Council Member-at-Large Calvin S. Hawkins announces campaign for Prince George’s County Executive
Prince George’s County Council Member-at-large Calvin S. Hawkins II has formally announced his candidacy for Prince George’s County Executive, outlining his vision for the future and his experience in public service.