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.
Tag: Gov. Wes Moore
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Gov. Wes Moore reveals economic growth agenda for 2025Â
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.
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Gov. Moore’s proposed budget features tax reform and massive cutsÂ
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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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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Multiple teens released after alleged carjacking as calls for DJS Secretary Schiraldi to resign grow
Five teenage suspects were arrested for allegedly participating in an armed carjacking in Southeast Baltimore, and Vincent Schiraldi, secretary of the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services, is responding to public dissatisfaction with the department and demands for his resignation.
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AFRO News selects Senator Angela D. Alsobrooks as person of the yearÂ
Senator Angela D. Alsobrooks has been named the 2024 AFRO Person of the Year for her unwavering dedication to public service and transformative leadership, as she begins serving as the first Black person to represent the state of Maryland in the U.S. Senate.
Posted inBUSINESS
Governor’s Minority and Small Business Outreach Summit comes to BaltimoreÂ
The Maryland Department of Transportation is hosting the Governor’s Minority and Small Business Outreach Summit on Nov. 19, which aims to provide minority-owned and small businesses with opportunities to network and learn about procurement opportunities within state government.
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Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott wins reelection and plans to combat city violence in 2nd term
Baltimore City Mayor Brandon Scott was re-elected to a second term in office, pledging to tackle violence, invest in younger generations, and revamp downtown Baltimore during his second term.
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More than 1 million Marylanders cast early votes in general election
Marylanders voted early in the General Election 2024, with 994,663 people submitting their ballots, and many emphasizing the importance of voting and the impact it can have on future generations.
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Maryland’s middle class cannot afford any additional taxes or fees
Maryland residents are opposed to increases in state government services and taxes, as they are already burdened by high inflation and a 32% increase in the state budget, and the governor has balanced the budget through fee increases and transferring funds from various balances.
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Rev. Jerome Stephens celebrates retirement at New Shiloh’s 122nd anniversary
New Shiloh Baptist Church celebrated its 122nd anniversary and honored the retirement of the Rev. Jerome Stephens, who has served as director of community outreach for U.S. Sen. Ben Cardin and a devoted member of New Shiloh for 47 years.