ANNAPOLIS, MD—Maryland Governor Wes Moore this week announced that the state is increasing the goal for veteran-owned small businesses receiving state contracts from 1% to 3%. The change is effective immediately and is part of an effort to diversify Maryland’s contracting landscape and support veteran-owned businesses. “The military teaches you not just how to serve, but also how to lead. […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—The September Gonzales poll showed that 84% of Marylanders want local law enforcement to cooperate with ICE, with a record of 69% strongly supporting it. In this same poll, 64% of respondents support the job Wes Moore is doing as Governor. “Marylanders clearly want change in Maryland’s ICE policies,” said Delegate Matt Morgan of St. Mary’s County. “Every demographic […]
BALTIMORE, MD—Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI) Thurgood Marshall Airport set a record for passenger traffic in July 2024, with 2,667,660 travelers taking to the airport, breaking the previous record set in June, the state of Maryland announced in a press release on Monday, September 16th. “BWI Marshall Airport connects Maryland residents and businesses to the world,” said Governor Wes Moore. “This […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore has announced that $13.3 million in federal highway safety grants will be distributed on October 1, 2024, to 87 agencies, organizations, and programs across Maryland as part of a statewide focus on preventing motor vehicle crashes and eliminating roadway fatalities. The governor’s office says the money can be used for a variety of purposes including seatbelt […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore has announced the release of $16 million in grants to support projects that aim to expand bike and pedestrian infrastructure across Maryland. The grants are funded by a combination of state and federal money and are expected to support 36 projects. The state is hoping that the new investment into the area will help to improve […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore officially launched the second Maryland Corps and Service Year Option cohort during the 9/11 Day of Service and Remembrance at the University of Maryland, College Park. This year’s cohort is made up of more than 600 Marylanders from all 24 jurisdictions, with 500 returning to the program and 100 new members. “This year will change you, […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—The State of Maryland is set to receive $10 million in federal grant money meant to help small businesses expand and grow. The governor’s office says the money will help connect small business owners with the resources needed to take advantage of economic opportunities. The funds are coming from the State Small Business Credit Initiative Investing in America Small […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore has appointed two new members to the Maryland Port Commission to help protect the port’s growth and maintain its position as one of the most important shipping hubs in the country. John Brewer Jr. and Adam Neuman have been appointed to the commission by the governor. Brewer is currently serving as the Director of the Office […]