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Governor Moore scales up EARN Maryland program to connect more workers with high-demand careers

Posted on July 9, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore on Tuesday announced a significant expansion of the state’s EARN Maryland program, committing an additional $10.5 million to connect more than 2,900 Marylanders with training and high-demand careers. The funding includes $4 million in awards for 20 high-performing existing EARN grantees and $6.5 million in new grants aimed at fostering new partnerships, with a focus on […]

Governor Moore announces increased energy assistance benefits

Posted on July 8, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Maryland households eligible for energy assistance will begin receiving increased benefits to help offset rising energy costs, Governor Wes Moore has announced. The additional aid, administered through the Maryland Department of Human Services’ Office of Home Energy Programs, is partly due to increased appropriations for the Strategic Energy Investment Fund. “At a time when the federal government is passing […]

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Maryland launches mobile tool to check benefit eligibility

Posted on December 17, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Maryland has launched a new mobile-friendly tool to help residents see if they qualify for benefits such as Medicaid, food stamps, and energy assistance. Governor Wes Moore announced the launch of Maryland’s Unified Benefits Screener on December 13, 2024. It’s a joint initiative between the Maryland Departments of Human Services, Health, and Information Technology. Marylanders can quickly check their […]

Maryland launches SUN Bucks summer food assistance program

Posted on July 2, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—The Maryland Department of Human Services has launched a new program that aims to help families buy groceries during the summer months when children are not in school. The Maryland SUN Bucks program will provide eligible families with $40 per month in June, July and August for the purchase of food. This program is part of Maryland’s efforts to […]

Baltimore County releases new food pantry locator tool

Posted on December 20, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County this week released a new web tool displaying community partner food distribution sites across the county. Developed by Baltimore County’s BCSTAT team, the Food Pantry Locator web tool includes detailed information community food access locations and residents may enter an address, or press “Use my location” and adjust the distance slider to view food pantries near them […]

Despite opposition, plastic bag ban to go into effect on November 1st; Baltimore County to distribute free reusable bags

Posted on September 19, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Beginning November 1, 2023, Baltimore County will prohibit the distribution of single-use plastic checkout bags at the point of sale and consumers will need to utilize reusable bags. To assist with the transition, Baltimore County officials will soon offer free reusable bags for residents at all Baltimore County Public Library branches, all Baltimore County senior centers, and community pop-up […]

Governor Moore announces Electronic Benefits Transfer reimbursements for fraud victims

Posted on March 28, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore this week announced Electronic Benefits Transfer reimbursements for fraud victims. Since beginning outreach to eligible individuals last week, the Maryland Department of Human Services has approved nearly 1,300 claims totaling $761,584 in reimbursed benefits. “My administration is using a direct and swift approach to reimburse people whose food and cash benefits were stolen,” said Governor Moore. […]

Maryland Farmers’ Market Week gets under way

Posted on August 8, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan has declared August 7-13 as Maryland Farmers’ Market Week to recognize the 97 farmers markets across the state that provide citizens with access to fresh, local produce and other Maryland-made items. Residents are encouraged to celebrate Maryland Farmers’ Market Week by visiting a nearby market and buying local products. A list of current locations throughout the […]

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