This week, Governor Moore commended Senator Arthur Ellis for his redistricting stance, he celebrated the House passage of new congressional maps on MSNOW, announced traffic deaths are at a decade-low, and his approval rating rose to 61%.
Gov. Moore Commends Senator Arthur Ellis On Redistricting Stance
Governor Moore commended Senator Arthur Ellis on his redistricting stance following his speech on the Maryland Senate Floor, and called for the Senate to hold a vote on proposed new congressional maps.
Governor Moore And Speaker Peña-Melnyk Celebrated The House Passage Of New Congressional Maps On MSNOW
Governor Wes Moore and Speaker Joseline Peña-Melnyk spoke to MSNOW about the passage of HB 488 in the House of Delegates, which would implement new congressional maps this fall and give Marylanders the opportunity to vote on them.
Governor Moore and Lieutenant Governor Miller Announced Traffic Deaths In Maryland Are At Decade-Low
Governor Wes Moore and Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller announced Maryland traffic fatalities dropped to a decade-low levels in 2025–with traffic fatalities falling by approximately 18% statewide, according to preliminary data.
MARYLAND (WBFF) — Governor Wes Moore announced that Maryland’s traffic fatalities for 2025 marked a decade low with an 18% decrease from the previous year.
Officials say preliminary data show motor vehicle crash deaths fell from 582 in 2024 to 480 in 2025, the first time fatalities have been below 500 since 2014.
“There is no greater priority than protecting our people,” said Gov. Moore. “The decline we’re seeing in motor vehicle fatalities shows that when we act with urgency and data-driven strategies, we can save lives.”
Lt. Gov. Aruna Miller emphasized the importance of continued efforts, stating, “While we are encouraged by the decline in motor vehicle fatalities, our work is not done until every person, whether they are driving, walking, or biking, can get where they are going safely.” The 2025 total is among the five lowest annual traffic fatality counts since 1960, highlighting the impact of coordinated safety strategies under the Moore-Miller Administration.
Significant reductions were noted among vulnerable road users, with pedestrian and bicyclist fatalities dropping 33% and motorcyclist fatalities declining 46%.
Maryland Department of Transportation Acting Secretary Katie Thomson urged continued vigilance, saying, “All of us, including those behind the wheel to those walking across the street, share a responsibility in keeping Maryland’s roads safe.”
The decline follows expanded state investments in education, enforcement, and engineering, supported by increased federal and state highway safety funding. Efforts include strengthened enforcement for impaired and aggressive driving, automated speed enforcement expansion, and increased seat belt use campaigns. The Maryland Department of Transportation has also released a new Complete Streets policy and accelerated safety improvement projects.
Despite the progress, traffic crashes remain a leading cause of preventable deaths and serious injuries. Maryland’s 2026–2030 Strategic Highway Safety Plan aims to guide continued progress.
More information on traffic safety initiatives can be found at ZeroDeathsMD.gov.
Governor Moore’s Approval Rating Rose To 61% In Latest Poll
Morning Consult released its latest poll showing Governor Wes Moore’s approval has risen to 61%, maintaining his position as one of the most popular governors in the nation.
“This latest poll shows the momentum Maryland is seeing, and the excitement this state has for Governor Wes Moore,” said Senior Communications Adviser Carter Elliott, IV. “After reducing homicides by 44% statewide, creating nearly 100,000 jobs along with the largest private capital investment by a single company in Maryland history, and overseeing improvements in reading and math scores in nearly every single grade level, it’s no surprise Gov. Moore continues to be one of the most popular governors in the nation.”
Contact: Carter Elliott, IV [email protected]