Former College Park City Council member to serve as next Maryland House speaker
Del. Joseline Peña-Melnyk was elected during a special session of the Maryland General Assembly on Tuesday to serve as the next speaker of the House of Delegates.
USM chancellor says budget cuts putting heavy pressure on Maryland universities
The public university system’s budget has been cut by $222 million in the last three years and leave many jobs vulnerable.
U.S. Naval Academy, Maryland General Assembly leaders receive false threats
The threats come after the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk while he spoke at an event at Utah Valley University on Wednesday.
Here’s what UMD SGA leaders hope to accomplish this year
Student leaders plan to collaborate with local lawmakers to improve student life.
Maryland Democrats unite against Trump’s proposed federal budget cuts
Since taking office, Trump has threatened to reduce federal funding for Medicaid and significantly reduce the federal workforce.
Maryland lawmakers unveil plans to support laid-off federal workers
The state released websites where laid-off federal workers can apply for multiple state job openings with a single application.
Maryland legislature passes bill prohibiting ICE agents from ‘sensitive locations’
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has until May 27 to sign or veto the legislation.
4 bills Gov. Wes Moore proposed that failed to pass the 2025 Maryland General Assembly
Despite passing more than 800 bills during the 90-day session, Moore said lawmakers “missed an opportunity” to pass some of his priorities.
UMD prepares 2026 working budget amid USM funding cuts
This university issued guidance to colleges and units to slow or reduce spending as it determines the impacts on the state funding cuts to its 2026 budget.
Here’s a look at bills the Maryland General Assembly passed this legislative session
During its 90-day session, the legislature passed bills to protect federal workers and grow the state's energy grid.