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Governor Moore honors environmental leaders during 2023 Maryland League of Conservation Voters Changemakers celebration

Posted on October 9, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore last month delivered remarks at the 2023 Maryland League of Conservation Voters Changemakers celebration, honoring Marylanders who have demonstrated vision, leadership, and courage in protecting the environment. The event took place at the Colwell Center in downtown Baltimore, home to the Institute of Marine and Environmental Technology. “Being a changemaker is hard and it takes partnership. […]

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Governor Moore announces $10 million Build Our Future innovation infrastructure pilot program

Posted on October 6, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore this week announced the launch of the Build Our Future grant program, a financial resource for innovation infrastructure projects to support eligible technology sectors. Funded at $10 million, the pilot program will provide matching grants of up to $2 million to projects that demonstrate a transformative impact in accelerating growth and innovation in the state’s strategic […]

Governor Moore announces appointments to the Baltimore County Trial Court Judicial Nominating Commission

Posted on October 4, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore this week announced appointments to the Baltimore County Trial Court Judicial Nominating Commission. Jason St. John will serve as chair. “Baltimore County residents deserve diverse, talented, and knowledgeable representation on the Trial Court Judicial Nominating Commission,” said Gov. Moore. “These appointees reflect our commitment to those principles and I am grateful that each appointee has welcomed […]

Governor Moore orders Maryland flag to be lowered in honor of Hall of Fame Orioles third baseman Brooks Robinson

Posted on October 2, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore has ordered the Maryland flag to be lowered to half-staff to honor the life and legacy of Baltimore Orioles legend Brooks Robinson. “We are deeply saddened to share the news of the passing of Brooks Robinson,” the Robinson family said in a statement on September 26th. “An integral part of our Orioles Family since 1955, he […]

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Governor Moore receives naloxone training at State House, announces $10 million grant awards to address overdose crisis in support of National Recovery Month

Posted on September 29, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—On Friday, Governor Wes Moore and Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller received a training on overdose response and using the opioid overdose reversal medicine naloxone at the State House. They also recognized September as National Recovery Month and reiterated the administration’s support for increasing access to substance use treatment and recovery services. “Every Marylander has the ability to save a […]

Governor Moore announces new record for general cargo at Port of Baltimore state-owned terminals

Posted on September 29, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore this week announced that the Helen Delich Bentley Port of Baltimore has achieved a new cargo volume record at its state-owned public marine terminals, handling 11.6 million tons of general cargo during the 2023 fiscal year. The milestone surpasses the previous record of 11 million tons set during fiscal year 2019 – the year before the […]

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Governor Moore announces record investment in Maryland arts organizations through Arts Relief initiative

Posted on September 24, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore has announced a record investment in Maryland arts organizations through the state’s Arts Relief initiative. Through $40 million in supplemental funding added to the Maryland State Arts Council’s annual appropriation of $28.9 million in FY23, this record investment is helping arts organizations cope with the lasting financial impacts of the pandemic, spurring arts projects and employment […]

Governor Moore declares State of Emergency as Tropical Storm Ophelia approaches Maryland

Posted on September 23, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore has declared a State of Emergency as Tropical Storm Ophelia approaches Maryland. High winds and heavy rains are expected on Saturday and Sunday as the system bears down on the mid-Atlantic. A Wind Advisory is in effect for Saturday and State Highway Administration crews are on alert. On Friday evening, Governor Moore issued the following statement: […]

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