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Maryland invests $13.9 million in workforce development for people with disabilities

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ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore and the Maryland Congressional Delegation this week announced $13.9 million in federal funding to support workforce development and postsecondary education for individuals with disabilities. The funds will be administered by the Maryland Department of Disabilities and will help increase access to resources, promote data sharing, and improve employment outcomes for people living with disabilities, according to […]

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Governor Moore signs executive order creating Maryland Plain Language Initiative

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ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore this week signed an executive order (PDF) creating the Maryland Plain Language Initiative. The initiative aims to ensure that all Maryland residents have equal access to government-based communications, services, and supports. The Maryland Department of Information Technology, the Maryland Department of Disabilities, and the Governor’s Office of Community Initiatives will work together to assess the state’s […]

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Governor Moore launches new workforce development programs for Maryland’s public sector, hospitality industry during National Apprenticeship Week

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ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore this week launched new workforce development programs in the public sector and hospitality industry during the Maryland Department of Labor’s third annual Maryland Apprenticeship Awards ceremony. The event, which coincides with National Apprenticeship Week, recognized 32 winners across six categories: Registered Apprentice; Youth Apprentice; Mentor, Business; Local Workforce Board; and Apprenticeship Champion, in addition to naming […]

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MSDE’s Division of Rehabilitation Services awarded $9.9 million in federal Disability Innovation Funds – Pathways to Partnerships

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BALTIMORE, MD—Last week, the Maryland State Department of Education announced that it had received a $9.9 million federal Pathways to Partnerships grant to launch the Maryland Pathways to Partnership Initiative (MPPI). Maryland’s new grant is one of 20 recently announced by the U.S. Department of Education’s Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA). The nearly $199 million in funding for Pathways to Partnerships, […]

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Governor Moore announces plan to rebuild state government, modernize Maryland Department of Information Technology

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ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore this week announced a series of actions to rebuild state government and modernize operations within the Maryland Department of Information Technology. To improve core services, the state will employ its first-ever chief technology officer; first-ever chief digital experience officer; first-ever AI advisor; and first-ever director of accessibility. “The Moore-Miller administration is committed to providing reliable, secure, […]

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NOW YOU KNOW: The 529 Savings Plan Debacle and how Marylanders can Regain Trust

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The following is an op-ed piece from Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki. During the 2023 Legislative Session, constituents regularly reached out to us on many hot-button issues to share their concerns, opinions, and frustrations – but nothing took up more time and energy than those parents whose Maryland 529 Savings Account Plans became seemingly useless. Many parents were stranded […]

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Governor Moore proclaims April as Autism Acceptance Month in Maryland

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ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore on Tuesday presented a proclamation declaring April as Autism Acceptance Month in Maryland. The proclamation recognizes people who are living with autism and those who advocate on their behalf, and honors the contributions of the autism community. “Individuals with autism have incredible strengths and gifts that often go untapped,” said Gov. Moore. “This month and every […]

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Governor Hogan announces statewide preparedness efforts for remnants of Hurricane Ian

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ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan on Friday announced statewide preparedness efforts as the remnants of Hurricane Ian move up the mid-Atlantic, leading to coastal flood and gale warnings in the region. Earlier this week, the governor announced the deployment of an Incident Management Team to the State of Florida to assist with the response. “In addition to sending personnel to Florida […]

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