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Tony Bridges Appointed as New Maryland Transit AdministratorGovernor Wes Moore today announced the appointment of former...
07/29/2026

Tony Bridges Appointed as New Maryland Transit Administrator

Governor Wes Moore today announced the appointment of former Delegate Tony Bridges as Administrator of the Maryland Transit Administration (MTA), succeeding outgoing MTA Administrator Holly Arnold, effective September 1, 2026. "Tony Bridges brings a rare combination of hands-on transit experience, legislative insight, and an unwavering commitment to Maryland," said Gov. Moore. "From his time in the House of Delegates to his leadership at MDOT and within my administration, Tony has proven that he knows how to deliver real results for Marylanders....

Governor Wes Moore today announced the appointment of former Delegate Tony Bridges as Administrator of the Maryland Transit Administration (MTA), succeeding outgoing MTA Administrator Holly Arnold,…

Ravens Commit to Baltimore County for Decades to ComeThe Baltimore Ravens and Baltimore County have announced a landmark...
07/28/2026

Ravens Commit to Baltimore County for Decades to Come

The Baltimore Ravens and Baltimore County have announced a landmark long-term agreement that will keep the team’s headquarters in Owings Mills for decades while supporting major new investment in the Under Armour Performance Center. The agreement strengthens the Ravens’ continued presence in the region and reflects a shared commitment to economic development, job retention, community engagement, and the future of professional sports in Maryland....

The Baltimore Ravens and Baltimore County have announced a landmark long-term agreement that will keep the team’s headquarters in Owings Mills for decades while supporting major new investment in t…

Governor Moore Announces Leadership Changes in AdministrationGovernor Wes Moore has appointed Jeremy Baker to serve as A...
07/25/2026

Governor Moore Announces Leadership Changes in Administration

Governor Wes Moore has appointed Jeremy Baker to serve as Acting Director of the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency beginning August 19, 2026. Baker will succeed John Martin, who has led the agency for 6 years and will remain as a senior adviser until his retirement at the end of the year. Baker’s permanent appointment will require confirmation by the Maryland Senate during the 2027 legislative session....

Governor Wes Moore has appointed Jeremy Baker to serve as Acting Director of the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency beginning August 19, 2026. Baker will succeed John Martin, who has led th…

Maryland Special Session to Focus Exclusively on Congressional RedistrictingMaryland legislative leadership has announce...
07/21/2026

Maryland Special Session to Focus Exclusively on Congressional Redistricting

Maryland legislative leadership has announced that the upcoming Special Session, scheduled for August 3–5, 2026, will be limited exclusively to matters related to congressional redistricting. In a joint letter, pictured below, to members of the General Assembly, Senate President Bill Ferguson and House Speaker Joseline Peña-Melnyk directed the Department of Legislative Services (DLS) to accept bill drafting requests only if they are directly related to congressional redistricting standards....

Maryland legislative leadership has announced that the upcoming Special Session, scheduled for August 3–5, 2026, will be limited exclusively to matters related to congressional redistricting. In a …

Maryland Expands Energy Assistance Benefits for Approximately 200,000 Households
07/07/2026

Maryland Expands Energy Assistance Benefits for Approximately 200,000 Households

Governor Wes Moore recently announced a major expansion of Maryland’s energy assistance programs that will provide increased support to approximately 200,000 households facing rising utility costs.…

Maryland General Assembly Will Convene Special Session on Congressional Redistricting
07/07/2026

Maryland General Assembly Will Convene Special Session on Congressional Redistricting

Maryland lawmakers will return to Annapolis from August 3 through August 5 for a special legislative session focused on congressional redistricting. Senate President Bill Ferguson and House Speaker…

2026 General Assembly Session – It’s a Wrap!The 2026 General Assembly Session came to a close Monday, April 13th at midn...
04/17/2026

2026 General Assembly Session – It’s a Wrap!

The 2026 General Assembly Session came to a close Monday, April 13th at midnight! A total of 2,654 bills were introduced, of which 887 bills were passed by both chambers over the course of this session, compared to 878 passed in 2025. Governor Moore presided over the first bill signing on February 17th, 2026, the second on April 8th, and most recently the third on…...

The 2026 General Assembly Session came to a close Monday, April 13th at midnight! A total of 2,654 bills were introduced, of which 887 bills were passed by both chambers over the course of this session, compared to 878 passed in 2025. Governor Moore presided over the first bill signing on February 1...

Governor Moore Presides Over the Third Bill Signing of the YearThis morning, Governor Moore presided over the first bill...
04/14/2026

Governor Moore Presides Over the Third Bill Signing of the Year

This morning, Governor Moore presided over the first bill signing following Sine Die, alongside Senate President Bill Ferguson and House Speaker Joseline Peña-Melnyk. Several bills were signed into law earlier today, addressing a range of issues including education policy, public safety, housing and property matters, health care and behavioral health, and protections for consumers and workers. Additionally, four bills included in the Moore-Miller Administration’s 2026 legislative agenda were signed into law:...

This morning, Governor Moore presided over the first bill signing following Sine Die, alongside Senate President Bill Ferguson and House Speaker Joseline Peña-Melnyk. Several bills were signed into law earlier today, addressing a range of issues including education policy, public safety, housing an...

House, Senate Reach Agreement on Major Energy PackageHouse Speaker Joseline Peña-Melnyk and Senate President Bill Fergus...
04/09/2026

House, Senate Reach Agreement on Major Energy Package

House Speaker Joseline Peña-Melnyk and Senate President Bill Ferguson announced Wednesday that they have reached an agreement on the General Assembly’s major energy package, the Utility RELIEF Act (HB 1532). In a joint statement, Speaker Peña-Melnyk and President Ferguson said, “We are confident that this agreement will deliver real, immediate relief while making long-term investments in Maryland's energy future.”...

House Speaker Joseline Peña-Melnyk and Senate President Bill Ferguson announced Wednesday that they have reached an agreement on the General Assembly’s major energy package, the Utility RELIEF Act (HB 1532). In a joint statement, Speaker Peña-Melnyk and President Ferguson said, “We are confide...

Governor Moore Signs Maryland FY 2027 BudgetOn April 8, 2026, Governor Wes Moore signed Maryland’s Fiscal Year 2027 budg...
04/08/2026

Governor Moore Signs Maryland FY 2027 Budget

On April 8, 2026, Governor Wes Moore signed Maryland’s Fiscal Year 2027 budget into law following passage by the General Assembly with bipartisan support. The enacted budget reflects a combination of spending restraint and targeted investments across several core policy areas, including education, public safety, energy, and economic development. The FY 2027 budget was developed against a backdrop of ongoing fiscal pressures and economic uncertainty....

Photo Courtesy of The Office of Governor Wes Moore On April 8, 2026, Governor Wes Moore signed Maryland’s Fiscal Year 2027 budget into law following passage by the General Assembly with bipartisan support. The enacted budget reflects a combination of spending restraint and targeted investments acr...

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