Governor Moore joins National Governors Association ‘Disagree Better’ initiative [VIDEO]

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore this week joined the National Governors Association’s ‘Disagree Better’ initiative with the launch of a new video in support of the campaign. The video features Governor Moore and Lonaconing Mayor Jack Coburn together, discussing the importance of having differences without being divisive. “Partnership is the only way to make progress,” said Governor Moore. “Disagreeing better isn’t […]

Maryland Department of Labor launches Recovery Friendly Workplace pilot, participates in National Governors Association Policy Academy for Overdose Prevention

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Labor this week announced the launch of a Recovery Friendly Workplace pilot funded by the Maryland Department of Health’s Behavioral Health Administration. Through September 2024, over $438,000 in federal funding will help Maryland Department of Labor support employers in cultivating a workplace environment that is inclusive of individuals who identify as being in recovery from […]

Governor Hogan closes term as National Governors Association chairman [VIDEO]

ANNAPOLIS, MD—On Wednesday, Governor Larry Hogan officially closed his term as chairman of the National Governors Association during the nonpartisan organization’s 2020 summer meeting, which was held virtually and included more than 40 of the nation’s governors. Governor Hogan announced that through this national infrastructure initiative, Foundation for Success, he is establishing and funding a legacy position at NGA dedicated […]

Governors of Maryland, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, Ohio, and Virginia announce partnership with Rockefeller Foundation for 3 million rapid antigen tests

UPDATE: Additional states have now joined the interstate compact – details here. Original story below… —— ANNAPOLIS, MD—Maryland Governor Larry Hogan, Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards, Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, and Virginia Governor Ralph Northam announced a major bipartisan interstate compact with The Rockefeller Foundation to expand the use of rapid point-of-care […]

Governor Hogan presses White House on funding for states, Title 32 extension

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan, chair of the National Governors Association (NGA), issued the following statement on Wednesday: “The nation’s governors are urgently requesting an extension of Title 32 authorization. The National Guard remains a critical part of our emergency health response, and we need the administration to grant this extension no later than Friday. “The administration has made repeated commitments […]

Governor Hogan introduces ‘Maryland Strong: Roadmap to Recovery’

ANNAPOLIS, MD—After weeks of consulting with leading scientists, business leaders, and public health experts, Governor Larry Hogan on Friday introduced the ‘Maryland Strong: Roadmap to Recovery,’ the state’s plan for a gradual reopening as it continues to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. “As we begin to reopen, it will continue to be important for Marylanders, particularly older and more vulnerable Marylanders, […]

Governor Hogan writes letter thanking President Trump for use of federal COVID-19 testing labs

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan wrote a letter to President Donald Trump on Tuesday accepting his offer to allow the state of Maryland to utilize federal labs for COVID-19 testing and to request guidance on how to move forward with this federal-state collaboration. “Maryland is fortunate to have a plethora of federal installations with the potential to play a critical role […]

Governor Hogan issues statement regarding fiscal relief for states

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan, Chair of the National Governors Association, on Monday issued the following statement: “Today, on behalf of the nation’s governors, I led another teleconference with the Vice President and the White House regarding our coordinated response to COVID-19. “Governors are on the front lines of the on-the-ground response, implementing aggressive measures that are beginning to successfully flatten […]