Maryland expected to lose more than 28,000 federal jobs due to Trump administration
The state’s revenues board predicted Thursday that cuts to the federal workforce would lead to $280 million in tax revenue losses by the 2026 fiscal year.
Maryland leaders, fishermen split over proposed Chesapeake Bay preservation bill
The bill calls on the state’s Department of Natural Resources to supervise 25 species under fishery management plans.
More than 100 people testify on Maryland bills to strengthen state’s energy grid
The three energy bills aim to strengthen Maryland’s energy grid and shift away from the state's reliance on fossil fuels.
Maryland legislators debate bill to protect personal records from ICE officials
The Maryland Data Privacy Act would prevent federal agents from accessing private information from state agencies without a state or federal court warrant.
UMD community members say proposed USM budget cuts could harm students
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore’s proposed fiscal year 2026 budget would reduce funding for the university system by $111 million.
Maryland Democrats push bills, legal action to combat Trump’s executive orders
In his first three weeks in office, Trump has signed more than 50 executive orders, including directives to downsize the government and expand immigration enforcement.
$1 billion ‘Capital of Quantum’ initiative to establish UMD, Maryland as quantum hub
The initiative — a partnership between this university, the state and private and federal partners — will secure more than $1 billion in investments.
Maryland could face up to $1.5 billion in additional budget cuts
The additional possible reductions are due to President Donald Trump’s proposed tax cuts and reduced federal funding for Medicaid.
National uncertainty, $3 billion deficit headline Wes Moore’s State of State address
Moore aims to reduce Maryland's budget deficit by focusing on increasing the state’s economic competitiveness.
USM could cut 400 jobs as state grapples with $3 billion deficit
University system chancellor Jay Perman addressed state lawmakers at multiple committee hearings this week about the proposed cut’s repercussions.