Posts Tagged ‘Maryland Governor’
Md. Expands Vaccination Program Starting Monday
Maryland is entering the next phase of its COVID-19 vaccination program next week. Governor Larry Hogan Thursday announced that Phase 1-B will protect people 75 or older, those who live in assisted living, independent living, developmental disabilities or behavioral health group homes as well as teachers, school support staff and childcare providers. 50,000 doses will…
Read MoreMaryland now reporting over 700 cases of coronavirus
The State of Maryland now has 774 confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) – an increase of 425 cases over the last three days. There are now more than 1,500 confirmed cases in the National Capital Region – in Maryland, Washington, D.C., and Virginia – 4.5 times more than there were just one week ago. “Over…
Read MoreGovernor Hogan introduces emergency bill to fight coronavirus in Maryland
Governor Larry Hogan is introducing emergency legislation granting him the authority to transfer resources from the state’s rainy day fund for Maryland’s coronavirus response. he governor also announced that the Maryland Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) is raising its activation level to Enhanced in order to mobilize additional resources across state government. “We are submitting emergency…
Read More“I’m Mad As Hell” | Governor Hogan demands action from lawmakers to combat violent crime in Baltimore
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan did not hold back in a recent interview, saying “I’m mad as hell and I’m not going to let up” in reaction to a lack of action from state lawmakers who have yet to consider a series of bills to combat violent crime in Baltimore. Governor Hogan recently appeared on WBAL’s…
Read MoreGovernor Hogan introduces bills to combat violent crime in Maryland
Governor Larry Hogan has introduced a series of legislation to combat violent crime in Maryland. The Governor’s crime package, which he first announced last month at a press conference in Baltimore City, includes tougher sentences for violent offenders who commit crimes with guns, stronger penalties for those who intimidate witnesses, and more transparency to hold…
Read MoreGovernor Hogan announces historic education package in Maryland
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan has announced an education package that includes a bold accountability initiative to turn around persistently underperforming schools, as well as the largest school construction plan in state history. “We are here today to launch the next chapter of education reform in Maryland, which will provide increased investment for our schools, more…
Read MoreMaryland Governor announces $6 million grant to fight opioid crisis
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan announced that more than $6 million from the Department of Justice will go to the State of Maryland to support a coordinated, statewide response to the opioid crisis. “For five years, our administration has been committed to shining a spotlight on the heroin and opioid epidemic, which has torn apart communities…
Read MoreMd. Governor Larry Hogan to lead joint economic mission to Australia
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan will lead a joint infrastructure and economic development mission to Australia from September 22-30 with engagements in Sydney, Adelaide, and Melbourne. As chairman of the National Governors Association, Governor Hogan will lead a bipartisan delegation to Sydney to advance his yearlong infrastructure initiative. This is the first international visit as part…
Read MoreGovernor Hogan Urges Sec. Mnuchin Not to Delay Tubman $20 Bill
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan has released a letter, urging U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin to not further delay the release of a 20 dollar bill featuring Maryland abolitionist Harriet Tubman. The Governor said “citizens across Maryland the country will instead have to wait nearly a decade for this new bill to reach general circulation.” He…
Read MoreGovernor Hogan Won’t Run Against President Trump in 2020
On Saturday, Maryland Governor Larry Hogan announced he will not seek the Republican Party’s Presidential nomination, challenging President Donald Trump. Hogan, who had previously said he was considering a run for President said that he determined he could make the most meaningful impact not running. “I truly appreciate all of the encouragement I received from…
Read MoreFormer Maryland Governor Laid to Rest
Governor Larry Hogan delivered the eulogy at the funeral for Former Maryland Governor Harry Hughes, a Democrat who served as the state’s 57th Governor from 1979 to 1987. Hughes, who passed away last week at the age of 92 was an Eastern Shore native, born and raised in Caroline County. Governor Hogan said Hughes restored…
Read MoreFormer Maryland Governor Harry Hughes Has Died
Harry Hughes, a Democrat who held the Maryland Governorship from 1979 to 1987 has died. Current Governor Larry Hogan released a statement today saying “The First Lady and I are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Governor Harry Hughes, a longtime friend and Maryland legend whom I deeply admired. His dedication to our…
Read MorePoll: Marylanders Approve of Governor Hogan, Don’t Want Him to Run for President
A new Goucher College poll finds a majority of Marylanders approve of the job of Republican Governor Larry Hogan, an impressive feat in a heavily Democratic state. The poll, conducted between February 7 and February 12 surveyed over 800 Marylanders from across the state, including the Eastern Shore. Governor Hogan’s approval rating sits at 69…
Read MoreMaryland Governor Delivers State of the State Address
On Wednesday, Maryland Governor Larry Hogan delivered his fifth annual State of the State Address, his first since being sworn in for a second term earlier this month. The Governor, a Republican in a generally blue state spoke before a joint session at the Maryland State House in Annapolis, speaking primarily on the topics of…
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