ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore will lead a state trade mission to Japan and South Korea next month to promote Maryland’s growing industries in quantum technology, life sciences, and aerospace. The governor will be joined by representatives from the Maryland Department of Commerce, the Maryland Department of Transportation, the Secretary of State, and the private sector. The mission will take place […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore announced this week announced that 43 Maryland businesses will receive a total of $5 million in grants to support their investment in Industry 4.0 technologies. The grants, awarded through the Maryland Manufacturing 4.0 program, aim to help small and mid-sized manufacturers modernize their operations and boost their competitiveness. The Maryland Manufacturing 4.0 program, administered by the […]
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 […]
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 […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore has signed an executive order creating several new programs within the state government with the goal of bolstering Maryland’s economy and competitiveness. The order was signed at the Frederick Hotel and Conference Center project, a public-private development project expected to generate $1.5 billion in new private sector spending, 200 jobs, and $4 million in annual state […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore this week announced a $1.8 million award to BCR Cyber and the Maryland Association of Community Colleges to bolster Maryland’s cybersecurity talent pipeline during a ribbon cutting at Howard Community College. The funding, secured in partnership with U.S. Senators Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen, will help make Maryland more competitive by empowering all of Maryland’s […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—In recognition of the significant contributions of the equine industry to the state, Governor Wes Moore has declared October as Maryland Horse Month. The month-long celebration will highlight the multifaceted impact of the industry, encompassing economic, recreational, and therapeutic benefits. Throughout October, the Maryland Horse Industry Board, in partnership with industry stakeholders, will showcase various equestrian attractions, events, and […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore has announced that new applications are being accepted for the Build Our Future grant program, a financial resource for innovation infrastructure projects to support eligible technology sectors. Funded at $7 million, the program will provide matching grants of up to $2 million to projects that demonstrate a transformative impact in accelerating growth and innovation in the […]