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Governor Hogan Press Converence 20210930

Governor Hogan encourages eligible Marylanders to get COVID-19 booster shots, details outreach efforts [VIDEO]

Posted on September 30, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—In response to widespread confusion over existing federal guidance, Governor Larry Hogan on Thursday announced the current status of COVID-19 booster shot eligibility in the State of Maryland, and strongly encouraged those Marylanders who are eligible to immediately get their booster shot. “If you are confused about boosters, you are not alone,” said Governor Hogan. “In spite of that, […]

Governor Hogan announces immediate authorization of COVID-19 booster shots for seniors, high-risk individuals in Marylander

Posted on September 24, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan on Friday issued the following statement after the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention gave final approval for Pfizer COVID-19 booster shots: “While this action was long overdue, I am glad that the federal government has finally approved booster shots for seniors and high-risk individuals. It is a significant step toward providing additional protection for […]

Governor Hogan announces steps to increase nursing workforce across Maryland

Posted on September 23, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan on Thursday announced that the state is taking additional steps to increase nursing personnel, providing hospitals with maximum flexibility to mitigate staffing shortages. “This week, Maryland reported the nation’s lowest COVID-19 case rate, and we continue to withstand the Delta variant surge better than just about any other state,” said Governor Hogan. “While our hospitalizations remain […]

Maryland Department of Health receives $1.8 million grant to support community-based COVID-19 response in vulnerable communities

Posted on September 15, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Health on Wednesday announced a three-year, $1.8 million grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to strengthen community-based COVID-19 response in three underserved jurisdictions. The award provides $600,00 annually in financial support and technical assistance for MDH community health workers in Allegany, Dorchester and Somerset counties. “Community health workers are on the frontline […]

New masking requirement effective immediately for all Maryland public schools

Posted on September 14, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland State Board of Education and Maryland State Department of Education on Tuesday received approval of a statewide masking requirement for all public schools. Following public testimony today, the Administrative, Executive, and Legislative Review (AELR) Committee approved the emergency regulation, which will be in effect for 180 days. The emergency regulation requires any person inside a public school […]

Attorney General Frosh announces settlement with StubHub, Inc.

Posted on September 14, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland Attorney General Brian E. Frosh on Tuesday announced a settlement reached by the Consumer Protection Division with California-based StubHub, Inc. concerning the company’s refusal to pay refunds to consumers for concerts, sports events, and other events that were cancelled as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Maryland led an investigation that included nine other states and the District […]

Maryland Department of Health announces official launch of door-to-door vaccination campaign

Posted on September 9, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Health on Thursday announced the launch of the Community COVID-19 Vaccination Project, a community-based, door-to-door canvassing effort to directly engage Marylanders living in areas with low vaccination rates. Governor Larry Hogan, a Republican, introduced the campaign in his Wednesday press conference. Officials say canvassing will begin in mid-September and will continue through June 2022. “We […]

Baltimore County Jonny Olszewski Announcement 20210909

Olszewski announces new COVID-19 vaccination policy for Baltimore County employees