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Marks Klausmeier Student Support Network 20250120

Elected officials, Student Support Network assemble packages for students in need [PHOTOS]

Posted on January 20, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Elected officials joined the Student Support Network in honoring Martin Luther King, Jr. by assembling packages for students in need. The Student Support Network distributes food, school supplies, and hygiene products to vulnerable students. Councilman David Marks, Councilman Mike Ertel, County Executive Kathy Klausmeier, Delegate Cathi Forbes, and Board of Education member Christina Pumphrey marked the MLK Day of […]

TikTok ban upheld by Supreme Court on Friday

Posted on January 17, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

WASHINGTON, DC—The Supreme Court on Friday ruled that a controversial ban on TikTok can take effect on Sunday, January 19, 2025, rejecting an appeal from the app’s owners that claimed the ban was in violation of the First Amendment. The controversial law, passed with bipartisan support and signed by Joe Biden, could lead to an effective ban on the popular […]

Councilman Marks nominates Bill Murray to Recreation Board

Posted on January 16, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks on Thursday evening announced the appointment of Perry Hall resident Bill Murray to the Department of Recreation and Parks Board. “I am thrilled to accept the opportunity to serve on the Baltimore County Board of Recreation and Parks,” Murray said. “My family and I have long cherished the recreational sports offered here in Baltimore […]

Governor Wes Moore 2023 State of the State

Governor Moore unveils $67.3 billion FY 2026 budget plan, vehicle and online delivery fee increases proposed

Posted on January 16, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Maryland Governor Wes Moore has released the Moore-Miller administration’s $67.3 billion budget proposal for fiscal year 2026. The plan focuses on four key areas: growing the economy, strengthening Maryland’s workforce, modernizing government, and fixing the state’s tax system. The proposal accomplishes these goals without raising sales or property taxes, while increasing taxes and fees elsewhere. “We are guided by […]

Maryland Freedom Caucus launches

Posted on January 15, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Seven of Maryland’s House of Delegates members on Tuesday launched the Maryland Freedom Caucus as the thirteenth group of legislators to join this national movement. “Thirteen is a poignant number in Maryland, being one of the original thirteen colonies that banded together to fight for their independence from an oppressive, authoritarian government,” Maryland Freedom Caucus said in a press […]

Governor Moore announces recommendations to modernize state permitting, remove barriers to employment

Posted on January 14, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore has announced preliminary recommendations from the Government Efficiency Commission to modernize Maryland’s occupational permitting and licensing processes. The recommendations aim to streamline vendor credentialing, improve permitting reliability and predictability, and eliminate employment barriers for all Marylanders. “Modernizing state government is not just a talking point for us — it’s a governing philosophy,” Moore said. “As we […]

Governor Moore signs economic development executive orders

Posted on January 12, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Maryland Governor Wes Moore signed three executive orders this week to boost economic development and modernize state government. The orders focus on fostering the Advanced Air Mobility industry, expanding broadband access, and streamlining the Governor’s Office of Community Initiatives. The first executive order (PDF) establishes the Maryland Advanced Air Mobility Council, which will lead the state’s efforts to capitalize […]

Governor Moore launches Digital Infrastructure Group to advance statewide broadband expansion, boost revenue

Posted on January 10, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Maryland Governor Wes Moore has established the Digital Infrastructure Group, an interagency partnership aimed at streamlining the development of broadband infrastructure across the state. The group, formed through an executive order (PDF) signed on January 7, will foster collaboration between state and county entities. This collaboration will lead to increased internet coverage, boost state revenue, eliminate financial inefficiencies, and […]

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