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Senate President Ferguson Announces Leadership Changes Ahead of 2027 Legislative SessionMaryland Senate President Bill F...
10/30/2026

Senate President Ferguson Announces Leadership Changes Ahead of 2027 Legislative Session

Maryland Senate President Bill Ferguson (D-Baltimore City) announced a series of Senate leadership appointments ahead of the 2027 legislative session, including changes to committee leadership, expanded policy responsibilities, and the establishment of new subcommittee assignments. The restructuring comes as Maryland prepares to address a projected $2.5 billion budget shortfall, rising healthcare and energy costs, and efforts to strengthen economic development and government accountability....

Maryland Senate President Bill Ferguson (D-Baltimore City) announced a series of Senate leadership appointments ahead of the 2027 legislative session, including changes to committee leadership, exp…

Governor Moore Announces $200 Million Program to Expand Maryland’s Clean Energy SupplyGovernor Wes Moore announced the l...
10/27/2026

Governor Moore Announces $200 Million Program to Expand Maryland’s Clean Energy Supply

Governor Wes Moore announced the launch of “Megawatts for Maryland,” a $200 million competitive grant program designed to expand in-state renewable energy generation and storage capacity while addressing rising electricity costs. Administered by the Maryland Energy Administration (MEA), the two-year initiative was established under the Utility RELIEF Act, enacted earlier this year. The program aims to add hundreds of megawatts of electricity generation capacity to Maryland’s grid, potentially supplying enough energy to power more than 150,000 homes annually....

Governor Wes Moore announced the launch of “Megawatts for Maryland,” a $200 million competitive grant program designed to expand in-state renewable energy generation and storage capacity while addr…

Maryland Announces $23 Million in Financing for Veterans Housing Expansion in Cecil CountyGovernor Wes Moore announced t...
10/26/2026

Maryland Announces $23 Million in Financing for Veterans Housing Expansion in Cecil County

Governor Wes Moore announced that the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) has closed financing for the second phase of HELP Perry Point Veterans Village in Perryville, Maryland. The Department will administer more than $23 million to support the construction of 77 additional housing units for veterans and their families experiencing or at risk of chronic homelessness. The expansion will more than double the community’s existing housing capacity....

Governor Wes Moore announced that the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) has closed financing for the second phase of HELP Perry Point Veterans Village in Perryville, M…

New Maryland Laws Taking Effect October 1As October begins, Maryland residents and businesses will see a new slate of la...
09/29/2026

New Maryland Laws Taking Effect October 1

As October begins, Maryland residents and businesses will see a new slate of laws take effect following the 2026 Maryland General Assembly Session. Nearly 300 measures have an October 1 effective date, covering issues ranging from consumer protection and housing to public safety and health care. Here are a handful of the new laws taking effect this fall: Consumer Protection and Pricing…...

As October begins, Maryland residents and businesses will see a new slate of laws take effect following the 2026 Maryland General Assembly Session. Nearly 300 measures have an October 1 effective d…

We Are Hiring a 2027 Legislative Session Intern!Manis Canning & Associates is now accepting applications for an intern f...
09/28/2026

We Are Hiring a 2027 Legislative Session Intern!

Manis Canning & Associates is now accepting applications for an intern for the 2027 Maryland General Assembly Session in Annapolis! This is a hands-on opportunity for someone interested in Maryland government, public policy, and the legislative process to experience the fast pace of a General Assembly session from inside a government affairs firm. Our intern will work alongside MCA’s lobbying team, helping prepare testimony and hearing materials, research and track legislation, attend bill and budget hearings, maintain legislative calendars, and contribute to MCA’s newsletter and communications efforts....

Manis Canning & Associates is now accepting applications for an intern for the 2027 Maryland General Assembly Session in Annapolis! This is a hands-on opportunity for someone interested in Mary…

Governor Moore Establishes Statewide Data Center Review FrameworkGovernor Wes Moore signed an executive order this morni...
09/23/2026

Governor Moore Establishes Statewide Data Center Review Framework

Governor Wes Moore signed an executive order this morning establishing a uniform statewide review process for large data center projects in Maryland. The order establishes a uniform review process for data centers requiring 25 megawatts of power or more when a project seeks State action, including a permit, incentive, letter of support, or other discretionary State action. Under the new framework, covered projects will be evaluated based on transparency and accountability, environmental and ratepayer protections, impacts on the electric grid, community engagement, and anticipated economic benefits....

Governor Wes Moore signed an executive order this morning establishing a uniform statewide review process for large data center projects in Maryland. The order establishes a uniform review process …

Governor Moore Announces New Artificial Intelligence FrameworkGovernor Wes Moore announced a new artificial intelligence...
09/22/2026

Governor Moore Announces New Artificial Intelligence Framework

Governor Wes Moore announced a new artificial intelligence (AI) framework outlining the administration’s priorities for the development, deployment, and regulation of AI in Maryland. The framework is organized around three principles: protecting Marylanders from emerging risks, addressing the impact of AI on workers, and establishing safeguards for children. Under the framework, the administration plans to pursue several AI-related policy initiatives, including potential legislation regulating frontier AI companies....

Governor Wes Moore announced a new artificial intelligence (AI) framework outlining the administration’s priorities for the development, deployment, and regulation of AI in Maryland. The framework …

Maryland Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs Partners on New Literacy Initiative for Young Men and BoysThe Governor’s Office ...
09/16/2026

Maryland Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs Partners on New Literacy Initiative for Young Men and Boys

The Governor’s Office for Children has announced a new pilot program through Maryland’s Young Men and Boys Initiative focused on strengthening literacy, mentorship, and mental wellness for boys and young men across the state. The program brings together the State of Maryland, the Maryland Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs, and Boys Who Write, a nonprofit that uses communication-based programming to help boys build confidence, strengthen relationships, and support their emotional well-being....

The Governor’s Office for Children has announced a new pilot program through Maryland’s Young Men and Boys Initiative focused on strengthening literacy, mentorship, and mental wellness for boys and…

Maryland Agencies Asked to Prepare for Potential Budget Reductions Ahead of 2027 SessionMaryland agencies are being aske...
09/15/2026

Maryland Agencies Asked to Prepare for Potential Budget Reductions Ahead of 2027 Session

Maryland agencies are being asked to prepare for tighter spending as state leaders confront a projected multibillion-dollar structural deficit heading into the 2027 General Assembly session. The Department of Budget and Management has directed executive branch agencies and state universities to develop fiscal 2028 budget requests reflecting reductions of approximately 3%. Two dozen Cabinet-level agencies have also been asked to outline what reductions of up to 10% in general fund spending would look like, including potential impacts on staffing, programs, operations, and services....

Maryland agencies are being asked to prepare for tighter spending as state leaders confront a projected multibillion-dollar structural deficit heading into the 2027 General Assembly session. The De…

Northrop Grumman Celebrates Ribbon Cutting for New Propulsion Innovation Center in ElktonNorthrop Grumman marked a major...
09/10/2026

Northrop Grumman Celebrates Ribbon Cutting for New Propulsion Innovation Center in Elkton

Northrop Grumman marked a major milestone in Maryland this week with the opening of its new Propulsion Innovation Center at the company’s Elkton manufacturing and testing facility. Northrop Grumman leaders, employees, local officials, and industry partners were joined by Governor Wes Moore for a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the 57,000-square-foot facility, part of a broader $100 million investment by the company in its Elkton operations....

Northrop Grumman marked a major milestone in Maryland this week with the opening of its new Propulsion Innovation Center at the company’s Elkton manufacturing and testing facility. Northrop Grumman…

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