The government of Maryland is conducted according to the state constitution. [190] [135], According to The Williams Institute's analysis of the 2010 U.S. census, 12,538 same-sex couples are living in Maryland, representing 5.8 same-sex couples per 1,000 households. [175] The city of Baltimore and Maryland's 23 counties levy local "piggyback" income taxes at rates between 1.25 and 3.2 percent of Maryland taxable income. After England's "Glorious Revolution" of 1688, Maryland outlawed Catholicism. The state is bounded to the north by the Mason-Dixon line that forms the border with Pennsylvania.The Potomac River creates most of its border with West Virginia and Virginia in the west; in the east, it borders Delaware and the Atlantic Ocean on the Delmarva peninsula. Andrew's Church Road), 5 (Branch Avenue/Leonardtown Road/Point Lookout Road), 32, 45 (York Road), 97 (Georgia Avenue), 100 (Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway), 210 (Indian Head Highway), 235 (Three Notch Road), 295 (Baltimore-Washington Parkway), 355 (Wisconsin Avenue/Rockville Pike/Frederick Road), 404 (Queen Anne Highway/ Shore Highway), and 650 (New Hampshire Avenue). [citation needed] Primary and secondary education in Maryland is overseen by the Maryland State Department of Education, which is headquartered in Baltimore. Many of its citizens subsequently played key political and military roles in the war. By Larry Hogan. [60], Maryland has a wide array of climates, due to local variances in elevation, proximity to water, and protection from colder weather due to downslope winds. Covering an area of 32,133.2 sq. Westley Watende Omari Moore, 44, was born in Takoma Park, Maryland, a suburb of Washington. Voters voted 52% to 48% for Question6 on November 6, 2012. Maryland Department Of Health. [134] In fact, 1.7 percent are Korean, while as a whole, 6.7 percent are Asian. Two National Football League teams play in Maryland, the Baltimore Ravens in Baltimore and the Washington Commanders in Landover. Click on a city or region to explore more. Since the 1940s, the state's population has grown rapidly, to approximately six million residents, and it is among the most densely populated U.S. states. Maryland's largest airport is Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, more commonly referred to as BWI. However, given the incidence of malaria, yellow fever, and typhoid, life expectancy in Maryland was about 10 years less than in New England. Click on a city or region to explore more. An estimated 81,500 Jewish Americans live in Montgomery County, constituting approximately 10% of the total population. The Maryland General Assemblys Office of Legislative Audits operates a toll-free fraud hotline to receive allegations of fraud and/or abuse of State government resources. Maryland averages around 3040 days of thunderstorms a year, and averages around six tornado strikes annually.[81]. Vermont has such a law, but no shale gas, and New York has such a ban, though it was made by executive order. [71] and was later adopted by the University of Maryland, Baltimore County as their mascot. One of the original 13 states, it lies at the centre of the Eastern Seaboard, amid the great commercial and population complex that stretches from Maine to Virginia. In an effort to reverse depopulation due to the loss of working-class industries, Baltimore initiated urban renewal projects in the 1960s with Charles Center and the Baltimore World Trade Center. Maryland's governor is unique in the United States as the office is vested with significant authority in budgeting. Western Maryland Capital Region Central Maryland Eastern Shore Southern Maryland Frederick National Harbor Deep Creek Hagerstown Baltimore Annapolis Ocean City Bethesda Cambridge St. Marys City St. Michaels Chesapeake City Columbia Cumberland Washington, DC. As of 2015[update], Maryland had the highest median household income of any state, owing in large part to its proximity to Washington, D.C., and a highly diversified economy spanning manufacturing, retail services, public administration, real estate, higher education, information technology, defense contracting, health care, and biotechnology. Marylands Bipartisan Success Story. Influenced by a changing economy, revolutionary ideals, and preaching by ministers, numerous planters in Maryland freed their slaves in the 20 years after the Revolutionary War. Less than 9.95% of fully vaccinated Maryland residents later tested positive for COVID-19. A provisional agreement had been established in 1732. Maryland blacks were part of a biracial Republican coalition elected to state government in 18961904 and comprised 20% of the electorate.[45]. The once-mighty primary metals sub-sector, which once included what was then the largest steel factory in the world at Sparrows Point, still exists, but is pressed with foreign competition, bankruptcies, and mergers. Electronic Reporting Available ANNAPOLIS, MD (January 17, 2023) The Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA) reminds farmers that the deadline to submit Annual Implementation Reports (AIRs) outlining nutrient applications made in calendar year 2022 is March 1, 2023. In 1790, the state ceded land for the establishment of the U.S. capital of Washington, D.C. It shares borders with Virginia, West Virginia, and the District of Columbia to its south and west; Pennsylvania to its north; and Delaware and the Atlantic Ocean to its east. [29] [citation needed]. The mystery of cougars in Maryland", "Assateague Island National Seashore wild Ponies", "Maryland Government WebsiteMaryland State Bird", "An Unsavory Byproduct: Runoff and Pollution", "NOAA National Climatic Data Center. [34], The border dispute with Pennsylvania led to Cresap's War in the 1730s. In 2003, Maryland law was changed to allow for the creation of publicly funded charter schools, although the charter schools must be approved by their local Board of Education and are not exempt from state laws on education, including collective bargaining laws. The National Hockey League's Washington Capitals and the National Basketball Association's Washington Wizards formerly played in Maryland, until the construction of an arena in Washington, D.C. in 1997 (now known as Capital One Arena). [citation needed] One of Maryland's best known political figures is a Republican former governor Spiro Agnew, who pled no contest to tax evasion and resigned in 1973.[181]. Lierman, a Democrat and former state delegate, spoke of a mission-driven comptrollers office that focuses on inclusion and equity for all Marylanders. [36] As the flow of indentured laborers to the colony decreased with improving economic conditions in England, planters in Maryland imported thousands more slaves and racial caste lines hardened. Maryland, constituent state of the United States of America. Maryland's reptile and amphibian population includes the diamondback terrapin turtle, which was adopted as the mascot of University of Maryland, College Park, as well as the threatened Eastern box turtle. One of these places is Fort McHenry, which defended against the British Empire during the War of 1812. [136] [25] Lord Baltimore initially proposed the name "Crescentia", the land of growth or increase, but "the King proposed Terra Mariae [Mary Land], which was concluded on and Inserted in the bill. 23.4 percent of students earned passing grades on the AP tests given in May 2008. For those who want to save time and paper, an electronic reporting option is available through Maryland OneStop. Marylands first post-vaccination infection was identified on January 26, 2021. A problem arose when Charles II granted a charter for Pennsylvania. Maryland, one of the 50 US states, is located in the Mid-Atlantic region in the northeast of the United States. Heavy manufacturing declined in Baltimore. Maryland Department Of Health. My fellow Marylanders: As my time as governor comes to an end, I am grateful to all of youthe people of Marylandfor your heartfelt support and, in times of personal challenges, for your countless prayers. Westley Watende Omari Moore, 44, was born in Takoma Park, Maryland, a suburb of Washington. These measures worked against ill-educated whites and blacks. By Larry Hogan. Demand for cheap labor from Maryland colonists led to the importation of numerous indentured servants and enslaved Africans. If you have a Maryland driver's license or other MVA issued card, your personal information must match the information on file with the Maryland MVA. The grant defined Pennsylvania's southern border as identical to Maryland's northern border, the 40th parallel. We also provide stable environments for at-risk children and adults. Many tourists visit Baltimore, the beaches of the Eastern Shore, and the nature of western Maryland. One of these places is Fort McHenry, which defended against the British Empire during the War of 1812. In 2008, for instance, McCain won 17 counties to Obama's six; Obama also carried Baltimore City. For those who want to save time and paper, an electronic reporting option is available through Maryland OneStop. ", "Maryland Income Tax InformationLocal Tax Rates", "A Homeowner's Guide to Property Taxes and Assessments", Local and National Election ResultsElection Center 2008Elections & Politics, "Official Gubernatorial General Election results for Maryland", "Larry Hogan, Maryland Governor, Urges Republicans to Look Beyond 'Shrinking Base', "Republican Larry Hogan wins Md. Generally, rural Western Maryland between the West Virginian Panhandle and Pennsylvania has an Appalachian culture; the Southern and Eastern Shore regions of Maryland embody a Southern culture,[97] St. Mary's County is home to Historic St. Mary's City, a living museum on the site of Maryland's first capital. One of the original 13 states, it lies at the centre of the Eastern Seaboard, amid the great commercial and population complex that stretches from Maine to Virginia. Concentrations of African Americans live in Baltimore City, Prince George's County, a suburb of Washington, D.C., where many work; Charles County, western parts of Baltimore County, and the southern Eastern Shore. In addition, a number of educational and medical research institutions are located in the state. (AP) Maryland 's Gov.-elect Wes Moore announced additional Cabinet appointments on Tuesday, a day before he's scheduled to be sworn in as governor. The Democratic Party rapidly regained power in the state from Republicans. Numerous coves, creeks, salt marshes, and small islands are seen everywhere. Maryland enjoys considerable historical repute for the talented sports players of its past, including Cal Ripken Jr. and Babe Ruth. [20] Nevertheless, religious strife was common in the early years, and Catholics remained a minority, albeit in greater numbers than in any other English colony. [184], In 2010, Republicans won control of most counties. With more than 400 biotechnology companies located there, Maryland is the fourth largest nexus in this field in the United States.[162]. Hostilities erupted in 1730 and escalated through the first half of the decade, culminating in the deployment of military forces by Maryland in 1736 and by Pennsylvania in 1737. Maryland possesses a variety of topography within its borders, contributing to its nickname America in Miniature. Agricultural tracts gave way to residential communities, some of them carefully planned such as Columbia, St. Charles, and Montgomery Village. In 1952, the eastern and western halves of Maryland were linked for the first time by the Chesapeake Bay Bridge, which replaced a nearby ferry service.[50]. Must register with eligible promo code. His district covers parts of Anne Arundel and Prince George's counties, in addition to all of Charles, Calvert, and St. Mary's counties in southern Maryland. Maryland has many places important to the American Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, and the American Civil War. The government of Maryland, like the other 49 state governments, has exclusive authority over matters that lie entirely within the state's borders, except as limited by the Constitution of the United States. [144] The Seventh-day Adventist Church's world headquarters and Ahmadiyya Muslims' national headquarters are located in Silver Spring, just outside the District of Columbia. [99][100][101][102][103], As of 2011, 58.0 percent of Maryland's population younger than age1 were minority background.[104]. I-97, fully contained within Anne Arundel County and the shortest (17.6 miles (28.3km)) one- or two-digit interstate highway in the contiguous US, connects the Baltimore area to the Annapolis area. Maryland, constituent state of the United States of America. 21+. My Maryland fully implements the WAI-ARIA specification for allowing full access to controls and features. This includes a natural increase since the last census of 269,166 (464,251 births minus 275,093 deaths) and an increase due to net migration of 116,713 people into the state. Attractions in Baltimore include the Harborplace, the Baltimore Aquarium, Fort McHenry, as well as the Camden Yards baseball stadium. Maryland is the only state with a motto in Italian. Moving west, a mixture of Northeastern coastal forests and Southeastern mixed forests cover the central part of the state. Large ethnic minorities include Eastern Europeans such as Croatians, Belarusians, Russians and Ukrainians. [72] The state is part of the territory of the Baltimore oriole, which is the official state bird and mascot of the MLB team the Baltimore Orioles. As you navigate through the component with assistive technologies, ARIA roles and instructions are read aloud. This land was ceded to the United States Federal Government in 1790 to form the District of Columbia. Maryland is the only state with a motto in Italian. More settlers soon followed. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. In Southern Maryland, history and culture mingle on the shores of the Chesapeake Bay. COVID-19 Updates MDH News and Updates. Poverty Rate Drops; Ranks of Uninsured Grow, "Tonnage for Selected U.S. "[28] The Puritans set up a new government prohibiting both Roman Catholicism and Anglicanism. CSX Transportation. In fact, the various components of The Johns Hopkins University and its medical research facilities are now the largest single employer in the Baltimore area. Maryland is bounded on its north by Pennsylvania, on its north and east by Delaware, on its east by the Atlantic Ocean, and on its south and west, across the Potomac River, by West Virginia and Virginia. The Baltimore Stallions were a Canadian Football Team in the CFL that played the 199495 season. Covering an area of 32,133.2 sq. Immigration from outside the United States resulted in a net increase of 129,730 people, and migration within the country produced a net loss of 13,017 people. Thank You, Maryland. The Bureau of Economic Analysis estimates that Maryland's gross state product in 2016 was $382.4billion. It is named after Henrietta Maria, the French-born queen of England, Scotland, and Ireland, who was known then in England as Mary.[13][14]. [citation needed], The most populous areas are served by either Baltimore or Washington, D.C. broadcast stations. The waterfowl support a tourism sector of sportsmen. [37] Abolitionists Harriet Tubman and Frederick Douglass were born slaves during this time in Dorchester County and Talbot County, respectively.[38][39]. [15] As one of the original Thirteen Colonies of England, Maryland was founded by George Calvert, 1st Baron Baltimore, a Catholic convert[16][17] who sought to provide a religious haven for Catholics persecuted in England. Middle Atlantic coastal forests, typical of the southeastern Atlantic coastal plain, grow around Chesapeake Bay and on the Delmarva Peninsula. The law faced a referendum, as Question 6, in the November 2012 election. . The only other airports with commercial service are at Hagerstown and Salisbury. Salvadorans are the largest Hispanic group in Maryland. Lierman, a Democrat and former state delegate, spoke of a mission-driven comptrollers office that focuses on inclusion and equity for all Marylanders. [50] The state capital of Annapolis offers sites such as the state capitol building, the historic district, and the waterfront. As you navigate through the component with assistive technologies, ARIA roles and instructions are read aloud. *MD only. [78] In April 2007, Maryland joined the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) a regional initiative, formed by all the Northeastern states, Washington, D.C., and three Canadian provinces, to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Historically, there used to be small gold-mining operations in Maryland, some near Washington, but these no longer exist. In 2014, Larry Hogan, a moderate Republican,[186] was elected Governor of Maryland. In western Maryland, the higher elevations of Allegany and Garrett counties, including the cities of Cumberland, Frostburg, and Oakland, display more characteristics of the humid continental zone, due in part to elevation. [27], Lord Baltimore's first settlers arrived in the new colony in March 1634, with his younger brother the Honorable Leonard Calvert (16061647), as first provincial Governor of Maryland. A large majority (57%) of Maryland voters said they would vote to uphold the freedom to marry, with 37% saying they would vote against. St. Mary's County is home to Historic St. Mary's City, a living museum on the site of Maryland's first capital. The two years from 1644 to 1646 when Claiborne and his Puritan associates held sway were known as "The Plundering Time". More Information. It shares borders with Virginia, West Virginia, and the District of Columbia to its south and west; Pennsylvania to its north; and Delaware and the Atlantic Ocean to its east. The Republic of Maryland (also known variously as the Independent State of Maryland, Maryland-in-Africa, and Maryland in Liberia) was a country in West Africa that existed from 1834 to 1857, when it was merged into what is now Liberia. Maryland's capital city, Annapolis, is one exception to this pattern since it lies along the banks of the Severn River, close to where it empties into the Chesapeake Bay. Maryland is the first state with an official state exercise.[205]. These give way to Appalachian mixed mesophytic forests near the West Virginia border.[62]. 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