January 18th, 2019 by WCBC Radio
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan’s next budget already includes money for addiction treatment, crime victims and increased security at houses of worship and day-care centers. More details were announced Thursday afternoon as the Republican governor held a press conference to discuss what he considers the highlights of his plan for the fiscal year that starts July 1. Significant funding for education- including money for additional security officers- are among the budget highlights. Under the current state formula school system’s with declining student enrollment numbers, such as Allegany County, would be due for a reduction in funding- however Governor Hogan says that won’t be the case under his budget plan.