The Governor and legislative leaders have put forth a broad spending plan that includes over $1 billion in new taxes and an estimated $2.5 billion in budget cuts to cover an estimated $3 billion deficit in fiscal year 2026. The budget plan will leave a reserve for fiscal year 2027 and includes “federal spending triggers” [...]
Courtesy of the Comptroller's Office Maryland’s economic outlook took a significant hit this week as the Board of Revenue Estimates reduced revenue projections by $280 million. The revised forecast is below the December 2024 projections. While this size of decline is typically within the norm, state officials are bracing for significant economic impact [...]
Governor Moore recently signed three executive orders to help increase economic development and modernize state government. The orders establish the Maryland Advanced Air Mobility Council to seize the growth potential for the Advanced Air Mobility industry; launch the Digital Infrastructure Group to advance statewide broadband expansion; and streamline the functions and responsibilities of the Governor’s [...]
The team at Manis Canning wishes you and your loved ones a happy and healthy holiday season. We thank you for being an important part of our firm and appreciate your continued support and partnership as we've celebrated our 50th year representing clients in Annapolis! We look forward to further collaboration in 2025 and beyond!
Samira Jackson, University of Maryland alumna and a rising star attorney, has joined Manis Canning & Associates (MCA). She joins a team at MCA that has more than 100 years of experience working with legislatures, executives, and regulators in local, state and federal governments. After years in private practice in family law and professional sports [...]
Courtesy: Governor Wes Moore's Office Governor Moore recently announced a $1.8 million award to BCR Cyber and the Maryland Association of Community Colleges (MACC) through the Accelerating Cyber Careers (ACC) grant by the Maryland Department of Labor. Manis Canning & Associates is delighted to represent BCR Cyber, and to work with MACC, as [...]
Studying political science or other policy related field? Interested in learning more about the Maryland General Assembly? Apply for Manis Canning’s legislative internship for the upcoming General Assembly session!! Manis Canning & Associates (MCA) is looking to hire a legislative intern to assist the firm’s lobbyists during the 2025 Maryland General Assembly Session. Intern Qualifications [...]
Governor Wes Moore recently announced the appointment of Marie Grant as Maryland Insurance Administration Commissioner. Grant will succeed interim commissioner Joy Hatchette as acting commissioner on October 1, pending confirmation by the Senate Executive Nominations Committee during the 2025 legislative session. “Marie has been an outstanding leader during her time at the Department of Health [...]
Exciting week to represent the Boys and Girls Clubs of Maryland and the Baltimore Ravens! Several clubs had the opportunity to meet with First Lady Dawn Moore and Senator Joanne Benson to provide updates on the impact of Clubs across the State. hashtag#BGCMaryland | Gov. Wes Moore Courtesy of the Governor's Office Thanks [...]
Courtesy of the Governor Moore's Office Manis Canning & Associates is proud to represent the Boys & Girls Clubs of Maryland and support their work across the State assisting youth and families. Recently, Governor Wes Moore honored the 2024 Maryland State Youth of the Year. Chandice H. from Boys & Girls Clubs of [...]
