Maryland Department of Human Services Archives - Page 2 of 4

Governor Moore announces Electronic Benefits Transfer reimbursements for fraud victims

Posted on March 28, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore this week announced Electronic Benefits Transfer reimbursements for fraud victims. Since beginning outreach to eligible individuals last week, the Maryland Department of Human Services has approved nearly 1,300 claims totaling $761,584 in reimbursed benefits. “My administration is using a direct and swift approach to reimburse people whose food and cash benefits were stolen,” said Governor Moore. […]

Governor Wes Moore Cabinet Ceremony 20230302

Governor Moore conducts swearing-in ceremony for cabinet members

Posted on March 3, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD – Governor Wes Moore on Thursday delivered the oath of office in the official swearing-in ceremony of the Moore-Miller Administration’s cabinet secretaries, marking the most diverse cabinet in the state’s history. Governor Moore was joined by Lt. Governor Aruna Miller for the ceremony. “This is a proud day for our administration as we keep our promise to all […]

Governor Hogan announces groundbreaking advancements for MD THINK platform

Posted on January 13, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan this week announced new groundbreaking advancements through the state’s MD THINK (Maryland Total Human Services Integrated Network) platform, including a new MD Job Genie to help better connect job seekers to employers ready to hire. First announced in 2017, MD THINK is a first-in-the-nation cloud-based platform to deliver integrated health and human services programs. “MD THINK […]

Baltimore County Board of Education Jane Lichter Robin Harvey

Baltimore County Board of Education members name new chair, vice chair

Posted on December 7, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—At their first meeting as new members of the Board of Education of Baltimore County on December 6, a new chair and vice chair were named. Jane Lichter was selected to serve as Board chair while Robin Harvey was selected as vice chair. Both officers will serve a one-year term. A resident of Pikesville, Lichter (District 2) was elected […]

Governor Hogan announces statewide preparedness efforts for remnants of Hurricane Ian

Posted on September 30, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

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 […]

Maryland State Department of Education launches Medicaid pilot project

Posted on September 18, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland State Department of Education is increasing access to free and reduced-price school meals for economically-disadvantaged students this school year through the United States Department of Agriculture Direct Certification Medicaid (DCM) pilot project. Maryland is one of seven states newly approved by the USDA to participate in the Medicaid matching pilot demonstration, which expands the Maryland Direct Certification […]

Arrest warrant issued for Baltimore County man accused of sexually abusing children at daycare facility

Posted on July 26, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

UPDATE: Following his hospitalization, James Weems Jr., has waived extradition. He remains in custody in Washington D.C. Weems is expected to appear before a Baltimore County Court Commissioner next week. Original story below… —— OWINGS MILLS, MD—An arrest warrant has been issued for a Baltimore County man who is accused of sexually abusing children at a local daycare. Police have […]

Governor Hogan announces MD THINK Center of Excellence on Health and Human Services Analytics and Application

Posted on July 8, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan this week announced the launch of the Center of Excellence on Health and Human Services Analytics and Application within the Maryland Total Human-services Integrated Network (MD THINK) platform, Maryland’s innovative, cloud-based data management system. The launch of the Center of Excellence on Health and Human Services Analytics and Application is the latest development for MD THINK […]

Tag: Maryland Department of Human Services