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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...

Differences Emerge Between House and Senate on Utility RELIEF ActWhat initially appeared to be a smooth path for the Gen...
04/03/2026

Differences Emerge Between House and Senate on Utility RELIEF Act

What initially appeared to be a smooth path for the General Assembly’s major energy legislation has become more complex as the session nears its end. When the Utility RELIEF Act (HB 1532 and SB 841) was proposed in mid-March, leaders from both chambers joined Governor Wes Moore to show their unified support. However, the bill proposed by the Senate has amendments that differ considerably from what the House approved in its version....

What initially appeared to be a smooth path for the General Assembly’s major energy legislation has become more complex as the session nears its end. When the Utility RELIEF Act (HB 1532 and SB 841) was proposed in mid-March, leaders from both

House, Senate Pass Fiscal Year 2027 BudgetThe General Assembly finalized the state’s Fiscal Year 2027 budget on Monday, ...
03/31/2026

House, Senate Pass Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

The General Assembly finalized the state’s Fiscal Year 2027 budget on Monday, with both chambers passing the Budget Bill (SB 282) and the Budget Reconciliation and Financing Act (SB 284) following conference committee. The FY27 budget exceeds benchmarks set by the Spending Affordability Committee, maintaining a $250 million general fund balance and reducing the structural shortfall to $552 million....

The General Assembly finalized the state’s Fiscal Year 2027 budget on Monday, with both chambers passing the Budget Bill (SB 282) and the Budget Reconciliation and Financing Act (SB 284) following conference committee. The FY27 budget exceeds benchmarks set by the Spending

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