Gov. Wes Moore signs $70.8 billion budget into law, averts tax increases

Annapolis, MD – According to The Baltimore Sun, Maryland Governor Wes Moore signed a $70.8 billion operating budget into law on April 9, 2026, successfully addressing a projected $1.4 billion deficit for fiscal year 2027 without imposing new taxes on residents. This action, taken ahead of the legislative session’s conclusion, underscores the administration’s commitment to … Read more

Maryland Passes Balanced Budget Amid Eastern Shore Lawmakers’ Warnings of Long-Term Fiscal Challenges

Annapolis, MD – According to WBOC, Maryland lawmakers approved a comprehensive $70 billion budget on March 30, 2026, successfully addressing the state’s immediate $1.5 billion deficit through a combination of targeted cuts and financial adjustments. However, several Eastern Shore legislators expressed reservations, highlighting that the plan fails to tackle deeper structural issues that could lead … Read more

Factchecking Gov. Moore’s ‘budget myth busters’ video

Baltimore, MD – According to the Baltimore Sun, Governor Wes Moore recently released a video on social media aimed at debunking common misconceptions about his administration’s handling of Maryland’s budget. The video, posted on February 20, 2026, addressed claims that state spending is spiraling out of control, that hundreds of new taxes have been imposed, … Read more

Governor Moore Proposes $70.8 Billion Budget to Tackle Maryland’s $1.4 Billion Deficit Without Tax Increases

Annapolis, MD – According to FOX Baltimore, Maryland Governor Wes Moore unveiled a $70.8 billion budget proposal on January 21, 2026, aimed at addressing the state’s projected $1.4 billion deficit without resorting to tax or fee increases. The plan, presented during a session in Annapolis, emphasizes fiscal responsibility while maintaining key investments in education, public … Read more