Governor Moore Announces Increase in Law Enforcement Funding in FY27 Budget
Governor Wes Moore announced just over a $124 million in funding to support law enforcement in his proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget. Violent crime hit historic lows across the state this past year with homicides down 25%—the lowest in nearly 40 years—non-fatal shootings are down 28% compared to 2024, and robberies down 25%, extending a decades-long continuous drop in incidents. Moore says the increase in funding is the highest in state history and will equip officers across the state…
“A 2.3 million increase over last year’s budget. These are real resources for local police departments all throughout the state of Maryland. This funding will support overtime patrols, specialized enforcement efforts, and the equipment officers need to make sure they are doing their jobs safely, and that they can get home to their families.”
“A 2.3 million increase over last year’s budget. These are real resources for local police departments all throughout the state of Maryland. This funding will support overtime patrols, specialized enforcement efforts, and the equipment officers need to make sure they are doing their jobs safely, and that they can get home to their families.”