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Governor’s budget provides $7.5M for EARN Maryland, record $3M for state apprenticeship program

Posted on January 16, 2020 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Labor on Thursday announced that the Hogan administration’s proposed Fiscal Year 2021 (FY21) budget provides $7.5 million for the nationally-recognized Employment Advancement Right Now (EARN) Maryland grant program and a record $3 million for the state’s apprenticeship program. “Governor Larry Hogan’s proposed budget is a testament to his administrations commitment to creating greater opportunities for […]

Governor Hogan announces budget focused on violent crime, education, economic development

Posted on January 14, 2020 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan on Tuesday announced highlights of his Fiscal Year 2021 (FY21) budget, which invests in initiatives to address violent crime, funds education at record levels for the sixth consecutive year, advances the Howard Street Tunnel project to bring thousands of jobs to the Baltimore region, and fully funds Chesapeake Bay restoration efforts and land preservation programs. This […]

Governor Hogan announces 2019 award of $9 million in tax credits for student loan debt

Posted on January 13, 2020 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan and Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC) Secretary Dr. James D. Fielder have announced the awarding of nearly $9 million in tax credits for 9,600 Maryland residents with student loan debt. “It is critical that we look for ways to help those in our state crippled by student loan debt,” Governor Hogan said. “This program helps Maryland […]

Governor Hogan to host Tennessee Governor Bill Lee for Ravens vs. Titans

Posted on January 10, 2020 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan will host Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and First Lady Maria Lee for the AFC divisional round game at M&T Bank Stadium featuring the Baltimore Ravens versus the Tennessee Titans. The two governors also made a friendly bet, with Governor Hogan wagering Maryland crab cakes and Governor Lee offering up Nashville hot chicken. “We certainly look forward […]

Governor Hogan proposes new ethics reform for public officials, urges lawmakers to pass crime package

Posted on January 7, 2020 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Following another wave of indictments against Maryland officeholders, Governor Larry Hogan on Tuesday unveiled a new package of ethics reforms to address a “culture of corruption” among public officials – and on the same day a new independent poll showed that “voters want lawmakers to focus on crime,” he called on legislators to pass his crime package. Speaking at […]

Gov. Hogan announces agreements with state employee labor unions

Posted on January 3, 2020 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—The Hogan administration on Friday announced that the state completed negotiations and reached agreements with state employee unions for Fiscal Year (FY) 2021. The Maryland Professional Employees Council, the American Federation of Teachers, the Baltimore Washington International Professional Firefighters Local 1742, and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees have all reached agreements with the Hogan administration […]

Gov. Hogan appoints new member to Maryland Transportation Authority

Posted on January 2, 2020 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan has appointed attorney and Certified Public Accountant Cynthia Penny-Ardinger as the newest member of the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) Board. She will fill the seat occupied by board member Peter J. Basso, who has completed his term after serving on the MDTA Board since 2007. Penny-Ardinger, a resident of Howard County, was appointed December 10, 2019. […]

MDOT MVA shares New Year’s Eve driving safety tips

Posted on December 31, 2019 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—As Marylanders prepare for the New Year and set new resolutions for 2020, the Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration (MDOT MVA) is reminding motorists of Five to Arrive Alive, a list of highway safety tips designed to help drivers, passengers and pedestrians stay safe on Maryland roadways. “We all have a responsibility to make safe and smart […]

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