With experts insisting that in-person instruction does not increase community spread or hospitalizations, and COVID-19 numbers beginning to plateau since introduction of the vaccine, Governor Hogan urges schools to get kids in classrooms no later than March 1.
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Governor Hogan Proposes $1 Billion RELIEF Act
As Governor Hogan unveils the Fiscal Year 2022 budget, he proposes the $1 Billion RELIEF Act – Recovery for the Economy, Livelihoods, Industries, Entrepreneurs, and Families Act – which includes direct stimulus payments to Marylanders.
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: January 14, 2021
Governor Hogan announced an expedited rollout of the vaccine in Maryland – moving Phase 1B up to Monday 1/18 for ages 75+, assisted living residents and adding K-12 teachers, staff and child care providers. Phase 1C (ages 65-74) to begin Monday 1/25.
Reflecting on the 2020 Legislative Session and Anticipating 2021
While all Maryland legislative sessions become part of the historical record, the 2020 session, which was the 441st, will have an asterisk next to it. For 2021, vigilance will be required to be certain one’s voice is heard.
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: January 5, 2021
Governor Hogan provided a status on the vaccine rollout across Maryland to-date, and changes to Phases 1A, 1B, 1C and Phase 2. The National Guard will help local health departments beginning tomorrow and providers must report data within 24 hours.
Updated: COVID-Relief Package Details
President Trump signed off on $600 stimulus payments as part of the $900 billion COVID-relief package. It includes $284 billion for Round 2 of the Payroll Protection Program and more funding.
$900 Billion COVID-Relief Package Details
Congress has agreed on a $900 billion federal stimulus package, the second largest after the $2 trillion CARES Act passed in March. The proposal now requires the President’s signature for approval.
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: December 17, 2020
Marylanders are safer at home this holiday season. Governor Hogan recommends that residents limit all travel to essential purposes only. If traveling outside of Maryland, you must either obtain a negative COVID-19 test result or self-quarantine for 10 days.
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: December 10, 2020
Emergency business loans to be forgiven and millions more in additional tax relief, affordable housing and diabetes support announced today by Governor Hogan.
Maryland Health Insurance Coverage Protection Commission: December 8, 2020
The Maryland Health Benefit Exchange presented updates to the Maryland Health Insurance Coverage Protection Commission on the reinsurance program, which has monthly premiums down an average of 11.9% for 2021, and recommendations for an individual market state subsidy. Recap here: [link]
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: December 8, 2020
Governor Hogan addressed the important topic of vaccines – with first doses expected to deliver as early as next week, 155,000 in the first batch and 300,000 by year end, thanks in part to the work of nearly 40 Maryland companies doing vaccine research.
Health and Government Operations Committee: December 1, 2020
The Health and Government Operations Committee’s Insurance and Pharmaceuticals Subcommittee heard updates on the State Reinsurance Program, Easy Enrollment and COVID-19’s impact; and legislative, budget and staffing updates from the Maryland Prescription Drug Affordability Board.
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