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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Dawn Moore, first lady of Maryland, addresses the weight of childcare in Maryland
First Lady Dawn Moore of Maryland attended the United Way of Central Maryland’s 2024 Women’s Forum on Sept. 26, highlighting the need to provide more access to child care for women to return to the workforce.
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Dawn Moore “Comes Home” to UMD sharing Maryland’s Priorities
First Lady of Maryland Dawn Moore returned to her alma mater, the University of Maryland College Park, to discuss her vision of service and her critical priorities as Maryland’s first lady, including children’s mental health, women’s economic empowerment, supporting Maryland’s military families, and championing the arts.
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Maryland celebrates African Heritage Month
Maryland Governor Wes Moore has officially recognized September 2024 as African Heritage Month, recognizing the contributions of African immigrants to the state’s economy and society.
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Maryland receives $10 million to aid small businesses
The U.S. Department of the Treasury has awarded Maryland Technology Development (TEDCO) $10 million to create the BRIDGE program, which will provide specialized accounting, financial and legal advisory services to small businesses throughout the region.
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PRESS ROOM: Maryland State Board of Elections reminds Marylanders of the benefits of serving as election judges and election pages
The Maryland State Board of Elections is encouraging Marylanders aged 16 and older to serve as election judges and election pages for the 2024 Presidential General Election, with eligible 14-15-year-olds able to serve as Election Day Pages.
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First Lady Moore announces Lady Brion as Maryland’s 11th Poet Laureate
Lady Brion has been appointed as Maryland’s 11th Poet Laureate by First Lady Dawn Moore and the Maryland State Arts Council, with her focus on women’s empowerment and the Black experience.
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Legislative Black Caucus highlights Maryland’s ‘Black excellence’ at CBCF conference
The Maryland Legislative Black Caucus and the Maryland Black Caucus Foundation hosted a large gathering during the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s 53rd Annual Legislative Conference, celebrating Maryland’s Black leaders and urging the election of Angela Alsobrooks to the United States Senate.
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Larry Hogan in hot water after allegedly dismissing concerns of LGBTQ+ voters
The Maryland Legislative LGBTQ+ Caucus has criticized former Governor Larry Hogan for his lack of support for LGBTQ+ rights, citing his opposition to pro-LGBTQ+ bills and his lack of mention of LGBTQ+ issues on his campaign website.
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Kamala Harris, Wes Moore approval ratings soar in Maryland
Maryland voters highly approve of Governor Wes Moore and Vice President Kamala Harris, with Moore’s approval rating increasing since February, likely due to his handling of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse and Harris’ strong convention speech.
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Gov. Wes Moore pledges support for more than 150,000 military and veteran caregivers
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has pledged to assist more than 150,000 military and veteran caregivers through the Hidden Heroes campaign, an initiative of the Elizabeth Dole Foundation, to ensure resources are expedited to those who need them.
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Nourishing Maryland: A future without hunger
Sen. Cory McCray has sponsored legislation to increase Maryland’s supplemental assistance for seniors, providing an additional $4.2 million in SNAP benefits in fiscal year 2025 and removing the minimum eligibility age, ensuring that no one in Maryland is faced with food insecurity.