Maryland ended its 2020–2021 budget year with a nearly $2.5 billion surplus, several times larger than any closing balance in recent history. “This represents a historic opportunity to assist Marylanders who are still facing significant hardship in the ongoing fallout
Health Policy Insights is a webinar series bringing together advocates, policymakers, researchers, and other leaders to explore important timely issues and debates, such as the links between housing and health, the disparities exacerbated by the pandemic, and its impact on
From proposals in the Democratic presidential primary to the economic stimulus checks that were part of the federal government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been significant conversation in recent months about the benefits of direct cash payments to
The COVID-19 pandemic is magnifying the existing barriers to opportunity that too many Marylanders face – especially Black, Brown, and low-income people. Whether we look at who is facing the greatest health risks in order to maintain essential services, the
After years of work by the Commission on Innovation and Excellence in Education, legislators, and advocates, the Maryland General Assembly passed a major overhaul of our education system, the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future, in March. Panelists on our April 29
The Maryland Center on Economic Policy (MDCEP) is excited to announce that Khalilah M. Harris is joining the organization as a non-resident senior fellow. Dr. Harris is the managing director for K-12 Education Policy at American Progress and has an
As reported in The Washington Post today, Maryland Governor Larry Hogan is engaging in fund-raising efforts to fight a plan that would provide an estimated $3.8 billion in new resources for Maryland Schools. In response, Maryland Center on Economic Policy
Maryland Center on Economic Policy Executive Director Benjamin Orr issued the following statement in response to the governor’s actions on the “Blueprint for Maryland’s Future” education funding bill: “Achieving the vision of the Kirwan Commission requires us to strengthen our
The building blocks of thriving communities across the state consist of our shared investments and sound policies that help all Marylanders reach their full potential. The Maryland Center on Economic Policy’s second annual policy summit, “Building Our Future,” featured important
The Maryland Center on Economic Policy’s Board of Directors and staff were saddened to learn today of the passing of Maryland House of Delegates Speaker Michael Busch. Speaker Busch was a dedicated public servant who provided strong leadership to the state
