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Moore Appoints Welsh, Announces Jessup Closure Savings

10/2/2025

Summary

Story summary

Gov. Wes Moore appointed Manny Welsh as Principal Deputy Chief of Staff and Chief Administrative Officer.
Effective October 15, Welsh will oversee executive operations.
Jessup will close by June 30, 2026, saving $21 million annually.
Nearly 700 inmates will be relocated, starting with life-sentence transfers.
Professor Thomas Miller is the 111th Admiral of the Chesapeake Bay for conservation.

History

Historical Context

In 2010, Maryland's Governor Martin O'Malley launched the "Smart on Crime" initiative to reduce prison populations and enhance rehabilitation efforts. This initiative resulted in significant budget reallocations, saving the state around $21 million annually by closing underperforming facilities. The recent appointment of Manny Welsh as Chief Administrative Officer underscores Maryland's ongoing commitment to criminal justice reform and efficient resource management.

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Story summary

Gov. Wes Moore appointed Manny Welsh as Principal Deputy Chief of Staff and Chief Administrative Officer.
Effective October 15, Welsh will oversee executive operations.
Jessup will close by June 30, 2026, saving $21 million annually.
Nearly 700 inmates will be relocated, starting with life-sentence transfers.
Professor Thomas Miller is the 111th Admiral of the Chesapeake Bay for conservation.

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