Posts Tagged ‘Governor Moore’
Governor Moore and Governor’s Office for Children Announce Official Launch of the ENOUGH Initiative
In order to address concentrated child poverty in Maryland, Governor Wes Moore today announced the official launch of the Engaging Neighborhoods, Organizations, Unions, Governments and Households (ENOUGH) Initiative, a first-of-its-kind, community-based strategy. A $20 million investment, ENOUGH offers both funding and technical support for communities most in need to develop solutions to deeply rooted challenges.…
Read MoreGovernor Moore and Federal Partners Announce Full Reopening of the Port of Baltimore
Federal, state, and local officials held a news conference this afternoon on the full reopening of the Fort McHenry Federal Channel and the restoration of full services to the Port of Baltimore. Maryland Governor Wes Moore gave this official announcement… This event honored the commitment of federal, state and local partners, as Maryland welcomes the…
Read MoreGovernor Moore Signs Executive Order to Advance Maryland’s Pollution Reduction Plan
Governor Wes Moore has signed an executive order to advance Maryland’s Climate Pollution Reduction Plan. The order—one of the most comprehensive on climate change issued by a Maryland governor—directs a whole-of-government approach to address climate change, including action to propose new emissions standards and the creation of the Governor’s Subcabinet on Climate. In accordance with the…
Read MoreGovernor Moore Swears in Additional Executive Leadership to Key Positions Across State Government
Governor Wes Moore this week swore in five new executive leaders, each confirmed by the Senate during the 2024 legislative session, to fill key positions across state government. Those leaders include: Secretary Sanjay Rai, Ph.D., Maryland Higher Education Commission Secretary, William C. Tilburg, JD, M.P.H., Maryland Cannabis Administration Director, Usherla DeBerry, Ed.S., Governor’s Office of the Deaf and…
Read MoreGovernor Moore Announces Initial $60 Million Request to Biden Administration for Francis Scott Key Bridge Response
The Maryland Department of Transportation has requested an initial emergency relief funding of $60 million from the Biden Administration to pay for initial mobilization, operations and debris recovery from the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. Governor Wes Moore made the announcement today. Officials say the request, made from the Maryland Department…
Read MoreGovernor Moore Announces Moore-Miller Administration’s 2024 Maryland General Assembly Legislative Agenda
Priorities to make Maryland safer, more affordable, and more competitive, as well as make Maryland the state that serves are what comprises the Moore-Miller Administration’s 2024 Maryland General Assembly’s legislative agenda. The governor’s package of 16 bills advanced the administration’s priorities, as it completed cross-filing in the House yesterday afternoon. Governor Moore says, once passed,…
Read MoreGovernor Moore Signs Executive Orders Establishing the Governor’s Offices to Support Children and Combat Crime
Governor Wes Moore has signed two executive orders reaffirming the Moore-Miller administration’s commitment to fighting child poverty and public safety throughout Maryland. The executive orders establish the Governor’s Office for Children and the Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention and Policy. The Governor’s Office for Children will drive a holistic, coordinated approach within state government and across public and private sectors at the federal,…
Read MoreGovernor Moore Signs Executive Order Establishing Longevity Ready Maryland Initiative
Governor Wes Moore has signed an executive order establishing the Longevity Ready Maryland Initiative, directing the Maryland Department of Aging to prioritize the well-being of older people, people living with disabilities, and caregivers across all of state government. The purpose of the initiative is to proactively address the needs arising from a growing older adult population.…
Read MoreGovernor Moore Makes Announces Appointments to the Governor’s Commission on South Asian American Affairs
Governor Wes Moore today announced appointments to the Governor’s Commission on South Asian American Affairs, the body that advises the administration and state agencies on issues relating to Maryland’s rapidly growing South Asian American community. Gurpreet “Preet” Takhar will serve as chair. According to the Office of the Governor, the appointees represent diverse ethnic backgrounds and professional…
Read MoreGovernor Moore Announces Appointments to the  Governor’s Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs
Governor Wes Moore today announced appointments to the Governor’s Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs, which advises the governor on issues that affect Maryland’s Asian-Pacific Americans. Yang Yu will serve as chair. According to the Office of the Governor, the new appointees bring direct ties to a range of Asian Pacific countries, deep track records…
Read MoreWorcester County Delegation Calls on Governor to Fund New Buckingham School
The Worcester County Delegation, made up of Senator Mary Beth Carozza and Delegates Wayne Hartman and Charles Otto, have continued to press Governor Wes Moore and his Administration for State funding to build a new Buckingham Elementary School in Berlin. A second letter to the Governor follows a meeting held at the State level on October…
Read MoreGovernor Moore Appoints Yolanda Maria Martinez as Special Secretary of Small, Minority, and Women Business Affairs
Governor Wes Moore has announced the appointment of Yolanda “Maria” Martinez as Governor’s Office of Small, Minority, and Women Business Affairs Special Secretary. Governor Moore says that as one of Maryland’s most respected business, community, and philanthropic leaders, Maria brings vision, heart, and experience to this critical role–adding that Maria shares the administration’s unwavering commitment…
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