Maryland's Legislative Black Caucus indicated its support of a commission to study reparations during a press conference on Jan. 16.

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Governor Wes Moore promised his budget will have $2 billion in cuts, while the General Assembly will work to close the remaining $1 billion of the deficit.

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None of these things are easy. All of them are necessary,” Maryland Gov. Wes aMoore said in a news conference unveiling his plan.

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A joint resolution was introduced on the first day of the 2025 Maryland General Assembly session to exonerate settlers accused of witchcraft nearly 400 years ag

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The Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland said Thursday its members plan to support legislation to create a commission to study reparations, including "financial restitution" and ways to support vulnerable communities.

Maryland’s legislative session begins Wednesday. Lawmakers will spend weeks mulling over the state budget while navigating a nearly $3 billion deficit.