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Moore announces funding for child poverty initiative
Elections and votingMaryland Gov. Wes Moore announced funding for an initiative aimed at combating child poverty in the state.
The Ballot Maryland DeskOct 4, 2026
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News · MD
Moore announces funding for child poverty initiative
Elections and votingMaryland Gov. Wes Moore announced funding for an initiative intended to address child poverty in the state.
The Ballot Maryland Policy DeskOct 4, 2026
News · MD
Scott seeks to limit inspector general’s access to records
Elections and votingBaltimore Mayor Brandon Scott filed for a protective order covering some records sought by the inspector general.
The Ballot Maryland DeskOct 3, 2026
News · MD
Scott seeks protective order in Baltimore records dispute
Elections and votingBaltimore Mayor Scott is seeking to restrict the inspector general’s access to some records through a protective order.
The Ballot Maryland Policy DeskOct 2, 2026
News · MD
Moore signs order setting Maryland data center rules
Elections and votingMoore’s executive order establishes new state rules for data centers without a direct connection to a race or election.
The Ballot Maryland DeskSep 27, 2026
News · MD
Maryland DNR Moves Wills Mountain Park Toward Opening
Elections and votingMaryland DNR has announced the next phase of work toward opening Wills Mountain State Park.
The Ballot Maryland News DeskSep 25, 2026
News · MD
Ivey weighs stopgap spending bill as House returns
Economy and jobsMaryland Democratic Rep. Glenn Ivey is considering a temporary spending measure as the House reconvenes in Washington this week.
The Ballot Maryland Policy DeskAug 31, 2026
News · MD
Ivey discusses House agenda as lawmakers return
Economy and jobsMaryland Rep. Glenn Ivey joins NPR’s A Martinez to discuss the House’s return and a stopgap spending bill on its agenda.
The Ballot Maryland DeskAug 31, 2026