Read more about the article School Construction Agency Moves Forward With Final Round of Funding Allocations for FY27
School Construction and Capital Budgets
School Construction Agency Moves Forward With Final Round of Funding Allocations for FY27

During a recent board meeting of the Interagency Commission on School Construction (IAC) the final round of project funding allocations was approved for the state share of local school construction and repair and maintenance, totaling $418M. The Interagency Commission on School Construction (IAC) voted to approve the final round of annual project allocations for local school construction and maintenance projects that will receive State funding from the annual Capital Improvement Program for FY27. Of the…

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June 30, 2026
Read more about the article Education Reform Oversight Board Seeks Feedback to Update Blueprint Comprehensive Plan
Education
Education Reform Oversight Board Seeks Feedback to Update Blueprint Comprehensive Plan

A recent Blueprint Accountability and Implementation Board meeting covered progress on career ladders, prekindergarten expansion, test scores, and annual updates to the Blueprint Comprehensive Plan. The Blueprint Accountability and Implementation Board (AIB) continued its work to refine and oversee implementation of the Blueprint for Maryland's Future during its June 18 meeting, with much of the discussion centered on updates to the Blueprint Comprehensive Plan (BCP). AIB staff presented recommended revisions developed after reviewing public comments…

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June 29, 2026
Read more about the article Attorney General Releases Guidance on Community Trust and Data Privacy Acts
Government Liability and Courts / Public Information and Ethics / Public Safety and Corrections
Attorney General Releases Guidance on Community Trust and Data Privacy Acts

Attorney General Anthony Brown has made guidance available for the implementation of the Community Trust Act and Data Privacy Act but it is not just for public safety officials. It includes vital information, regarding the Data Privacy Act, about all Public Information Act requests made to any division of county government.  Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown has released updated guidance for state and local public safety agencies outlining their responsibilities during federal immigration enforcement activities.…

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June 29, 2026
Read more about the article Appellate Court of Maryland Opinion to Curb Police “Stop and Frisk” Policies
Courts / Public Safety and Corrections / Summer Conference
Appellate Court of Maryland Opinion to Curb Police “Stop and Frisk” Policies

Court limits police authority to stop individuals based solely on firearm possession post New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen decision. A recent decision from the Appellate Court of Maryland carries policy implications for law enforcement agencies across the state. In Steven Hicks v. State of Maryland, the court held that police officers may no longer stop an individual based solely on the belief that the person is carrying a handgun. Instead, officers must…

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June 29, 2026
Read more about the article Rewiring Corrections: Enhancing Security, Education, and Rehabilitation Through Technology at #MACoCon
Public Safety and Corrections / Summer Conference
Rewiring Corrections: Enhancing Security, Education, and Rehabilitation Through Technology at #MACoCon

Technology in local jails is changing the landscape of county detention and rehabilitation at #MACoCon. County detention centers play a critical role in protecting public safety while preparing individuals for successful reentry into their communities. As technology continues to transform correctional operations, county leaders, detention professionals, policymakers, and community partners must understand both the opportunities and challenges these innovations present. This session offers practical insights into how jurisdictions are using technology to strengthen security, improve…

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June 29, 2026
Read more about the article Kent Voters Return Three Incumbent Commissioners to November Ballot
County News / Elections
Kent Voters Return Three Incumbent Commissioners to November Ballot

Four Democrats competed for three spots on the November ballot in the race for Kent County Commissioner, while the County’s three incumbent commissioners secured the Republican nominations. On the Democratic side, Sam Shoge led the field with 1,024 votes (31.2%). John Carroll followed with 894 votes (27.3%), and Thad Bench received 816 votes (24.9%). David Foster finished fourth with 547 votes (16.7%). Because the top three finishers advance to the general election, Shoge, Carroll, and…

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June 24, 2026
Read more about the article Calvert County Commission Primary Election Wrap-Up
Elections
Calvert County Commission Primary Election Wrap-Up

Following election night, multiple Republican incumbents to the Calvert County Commission lost to new challengers in party primary. Calvert has five county commissioners with two elected at-large and three elected by district. At-Large - Incumbents Todd Ireland (R) and Earl Hance (R) lost their party nominations to Patti Stueckler (R) and Jason Scaggs (R) who won with 38 and 27 percent of the vote, respectively. Candidates Antoine S. White (D) and Judy Pedersen (D) won…

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June 24, 2026
Read more about the article Charles County Commission Primary Election Recap
Elections
Charles County Commission Primary Election Recap

Charles County sees tight primary races for some Democratic candidates with most Republican candidates running unopposed. The Charles County Commission consists of five members. One Commission President is elected at-large and the four remaining positions are elected by district. President, Board of County Commissioners - Amanda Stewart (D) won the Democratic primary with 51 percent of the vote against two contenders. Joe Crawford (R) ran unopposed and will move on to the general election. Incumbent…

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June 24, 2026
Read more about the article Frederick County Council Primary Election Wrap-Up
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Frederick County Council Primary Election Wrap-Up

Frederick County Council seat races remain tight in a number of spots for Democratic candidates but with Republican nominations all clear. The Frederick County Council includes seven members — five are elected by district and two are elected county-wide. At-Large - Of the six candidates for county-wide election to the Frederick County Council, four were Democrats and two Republicans. Pamela Ciliberti (R) and Jack Felton (R) won their party's nominations for the two at-large seats. The…

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June 24, 2026
Read more about the article Unopposed Frederick County Executive Fitzwater Moves on to General Election
Elections
Unopposed Frederick County Executive Fitzwater Moves on to General Election

Current Frederick County Executive Jessica Fitzwater (D) will move on to the November general election. In Frederick, County Executive Fitzwater was uncontested in the Democratic primary race. Republican candidates Diane Fouche (R) and William J. Holtzinger (R) faced off in the primary with Holtzinger appearing to edge out Fouche by 14 points. MACo’s election coverage and analysis rely on unofficial results published by the State Board of Elections. Official results will follow after a full accounting…

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June 24, 2026
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