Gov. Wes Moore Proposes $150M Budget Cuts to Fund Child Care and Medicaid

Maryland's governor seeks to reallocate funds from various state programs to address rising child care enrollments and Medicaid costs.

The proposed cuts affect five state agencies and draw from a state savings account for specific projects.
Moore's plan aims to avoid raising taxes while addressing the state's financial shortfalls.
Enrollment in Maryland's child-care subsidy program has surged, necessitating additional funding.
Medicaid costs remain high due to sustained enrollment levels since the pandemic.
Republican leaders have given mixed reviews, acknowledging the effort but questioning the long-term impact.