MD Senate Democrats

The 2025 Legislative Session is officially in the books and was one of the most consequential 90 days for the State of Maryland in a generation. We balanced the budget, took major steps to lower energy bills, and fought back against the federal chaos to protect all Marylanders.

Maryland’s Fiscal Year 2026 State Budget is a bold and responsible plan that addresses a $3.3 billion deficit while prioritizing the well-being of Maryland's most vulnerable residents.

This balanced approach is 2 to 1 of cuts and revenues, which exemplifies Maryland’s dedication to fiscal responsibility, economic growth, and the prosperity of our citizens.

Today, MGA leadership announced a package of bills
to increase reliable in-state energy generation and storage.

The legislation announced today will:
1. Bring down consumers’ utility bills;
2. Ensure the reliability of our energy grid to prevent cascading blackouts; and
3. Create predictability in our State’s regulatory environment, which is currently ranked dead last in the entire country after three rating downgrades in the last 18-months.

Today is Budget Day in Annapolis—an important step in determining how Maryland’s resources will be allocated for FY2026.

Happy Opening Day of the 447th Legislative Session, Maryland!

Senate Democrats are ready to meet this moment over the next 90-days. Regardless of uncertainty at the federal level, the Senate of Maryland will remain a beacon of stability to ensure prosperity for all our residents.