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Governor Moore Awards $1.5M to ENOUGH Communities for Education, Child Care

Governor Wes Moore announced $1.5 million in philanthropic funding awards to strengthen education and child care access in nine ENOUGH communities—Maryland jurisdictions with high concentrations of childhood poverty. The awards are distributed through private philanthropy and do not establish new regulatory obligations.

Two Press Releases: Maryland Economic Development Tour and Laurel Park Acquisition

The Maryland Governor's Office added two press releases to its news page on April 20, 2026. The first announces the launch of a 'Delivering for Maryland' economic development tour in St. Mary's County. The second announces the state's acquisition of Laurel Park thoroughbred racing facility, consolidating training operations there while transitioning Pimlico Race Course to a ship-in venue, reportedly saving over $50 million.

Downtown Sykesville Wins 2026 Great American Main Street Award

Governor Wes Moore announced that Downtown Sykesville won the 2026 Great American Main Street Award, Maryland's first such award since 2005. The award recognizes communities whose successes serve as a national model for comprehensive, preservation-based revitalization efforts in historic downtowns and commercial corridor districts.

Governor Moore Awards $5.2M EARN Maryland Grants for Workforce Training

Governor Wes Moore announced $5.2 million in Employment Advancement Right Now (EARN) Maryland grants to help more than 2,000 Marylanders train for in-demand careers. The funding targets key sectors including $1.9 million for healthcare and $1.1 million for information technology training. Awardees include community colleges, workforce development boards, and nonprofit organizations that will partner with hundreds of employers across Maryland to deliver industry-driven training programs.

Clym Environmental Opens Frostburg Facility, 75 Maryland Jobs

Clym Environmental Opens Frostburg Facility, 75 Maryland Jobs

Governor Moore Statement on Federal Court Preliminary Injunction Halting Proposed ICE Detention Facility Construction in Washington County, Maryland

Governor Moore of Maryland issued a statement on April 15, 2026, following a federal court ruling that granted a preliminary injunction halting construction of a proposed ICE detention facility in Washington County. The Governor welcomed the ruling as a major step forward, citing concerns including environmental damage, water and sewer capacity, emergency services, and economic opportunity. The preliminary injunction remains in effect pending litigation.