Annapolis, MD – The Democratic-led Senate advanced Republican Gov. Larry Hogan’s proposed spending plan Wednesday with little floor debate, a sign of the budget’s expected easy passage in the chamber on Friday.
The $42.3 billion budget, generally a source of contention between the two parties over spending goals, has experienced relatively smooth sailing after Mr. Hogan presented a supplemental budget that provides more funds for Democratic priorities, such as Baltimore public schools. Once passed, the budget will head to the House of Delegates for approval.