The Latest News and Insights from Old Line
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: January 20, 2022
We’re “not out of the woods” says Hogan, but numbers are trending in the right direction.
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: January 4, 2022
State of Emergency declared, National Guard activated, 20 new testing sites opening and more COVID-19 updates from Hogan.
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: December 1, 2021
Governor Hogan’s press conference included updates regarding the omicron variant, as well as vaccine and booster stats.
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: October 25, 2021
New updates regarding COVID-19 vaccinations, boosters and availability for youth under age 12.
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: July 7, 2021
In Governor Hogan’s press briefing, he outlined the “VAX U” program, which will provide a lottery of scholarships for youth aged 12-17 who get the vaccine.
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: June 15, 2021
Beginning July 1st, the State of Emergency in Maryland will be lifted and all government restrictions in place due to the pandemic will be rescinded.
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: May 20, 2021
Get your shot for a shot to win! Maryland Department of Health partners with Maryland Lottery for $2 million in prizes for vaccinated residents.
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: May 14, 2021
Following the CDC’s updates, Governor Hogan is lifting the mask mandate for Marylanders while indoors and outside, with the only exceptions being public transportation, healthcare institutions and schools.
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: May 12, 2021
Governor Hogan announced that capacity restrictions will be lifted on all businesses beginning this Saturday, while the mask mandate continues until 70% of all adults receive their first shot. Kids as young as 12 will now also be eligible to receive a vaccine.
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: May 6, 2021
To support our youth, Maryland is launching Project Bounce Back with $25 million in resources, partnering with Boys & Girls Clubs and underscoring mental health support services.
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: April 28, 2021
Effectively immediately, masks and face coverings are no longer required outdoors. Hogan notes that 60% of Maryland residents age 18+ have been vaccinated and the state’s case rate has dropped 33% in the past two weeks.
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: April 21, 2021
With 4 million vaccinated, Maryland launches “No Arm Left Behind” campaign to reach more. The Vaccine Equity Task Force is is also adding clinics to Morgan State, Bowie State, senior and neighborhood centers.
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: April 5, 2021
ALL Marylanders age 16+ can get a vaccine at a mass vaccination site beginning tomorrow. A no-appointment-necessary walk-up line is now available in Salisbury, and coming soon to Hagerstown and additional sites.
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: April 1, 2021
Starting today, ALL Marylanders age 16+ can now pre-register for the vaccine, with eligibility phases expected to accelerate; 75% of residents age 65+ have been vaccinated, federal mobile vaccination units and more vaccination sites coming soon.
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: March 23, 2021
The latest vaccine numbers for Maryland: 2 million+ vaccinated (34% of adults), Phase 2B (age 16+ with increased risk) begins 3/30, and 5 more mass vaccination sites coming.
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: March 18, 2021
Governor Hogan reports that 25% of Marylanders have received a #vaccine, with Phase 2A (ages 60+) starting 3/23, Phase 2B (16+ with increased risk) beginning 3/30.
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: March 2, 2021
Hogan announced Dr. Robert Redfield, former director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, will join Maryland’s COVID-19 team, and provides updates about the Johnson & Johnson vaccine and more mass vaccination sites.
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: February 23, 2021
Another mass vaccination site set and a pre-registration website coming next month, nearly 30k shots now administered each day, increasing reports of fraud surrounding the vaccine, and additional screening for COVID-19 variants.
UPDATE: Hogan Signs $1 Billion RELIEF Act
Introduced last month and incorporating adjustments made and passed by the General Assembly, Hogan has signed the $1 Billion RELIEF Act.
$1.5 Billion RELIEF Act Advances Through Legislature
Now headed to the House of Delegates, the Senate has approved its pandemic RELIEF package with $1.5 billion in assistance for Marylanders.
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: January 26, 2021
While supply continues to be limited with only 10,000 doses available each day, Hogan is expanding Phase 1 of vaccine distribution to include those who are severely immunocompromised. Mobile clinics and mass vaccination sites with National Guard support are coming soon.
Governor Hogan Press Conference: January 21, 2021
With experts insisting that in-person instruction does not increase community spread or hospitalizations, and COVID-19 numbers beginning to plateau since introduction of the vaccine, Governor Hogan urges schools to get kids in classrooms no later than March 1.
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: January 14, 2021
Governor Hogan announced an expedited rollout of the vaccine in Maryland – moving Phase 1B up to Monday 1/18 for ages 75+, assisted living residents and adding K-12 teachers, staff and child care providers. Phase 1C (ages 65-74) to begin Monday 1/25.
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: January 5, 2021
Governor Hogan Press Conference – January 5, 2021 Maryland has allocated 270,150 doses have been...
Updated: COVID-Relief Package Details
The President has signed off on the $900 billion federal stimulus package, the second largest...
$900 Billion COVID-Relief Package Details
PPP Round 2 and COVID-Relief Package: What You Need to Know Congress has agreed on a $900 billion...
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: December 17, 2020
December 17, 2020 – Governor Hogan Press Conference Key takeaways: Stay home for the holidays New...
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: December 15, 2020
December 15, 2020 – Governor Hogan Press Conference COVID-19: More than 5,000 Marylanders have...
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: December 10, 2020
December 10, 2020 – Governor Hogan Press Conference Executive order issued to protect businesses...
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: December 8, 2020
December 8, 2020 – Governor Hogan Press Conference "The cavalry is coming, a vaccine is on the...