Maryland Board Approves $148M Budget Cuts to Fund Medicaid and Child Care

Governor Wes Moore's administration reallocates funds to address increased demand for essential services amid economic challenges.

The Board of Public Works, chaired by Governor Wes Moore, authorized the cuts across multiple state agencies.
The reductions aim to support over 40,000 children in the state's child care program and nearly 1.7 million Medicaid participants.
Critics argue the cuts are merely fund transfers and warn of potential long-term budget deficits.
Higher education and the Department of Health are among the sectors facing significant budget reductions.
The decision reflects Moore's strategy to balance fiscal stability with economic growth by prioritizing health care and child care.