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.
Maryland lawmakers outline 2025 legislative agenda as $3 billion deficit looms
Gov. Wes Moore attributes the deficit to dwindling federal COVID-19 relief funding and “inherited structural deficit.”
Maryland releases guidance for law enforcement, health care facilities on immigration
The guidance follows President Donald Trump’s 10 executive orders about immigration during his first week in office.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, UMD announce $1 billion quantum technology initiative
The initiative aims to generate $1 billion in investments over the next five years and push advancements in quantum research, workforce development and industry collaboration.