Statehouse Security and Relief Act

Governor Larry Hogan announced the Relief Act of 2021, a $1 billion package aimed at providing stimulus payments and tax relief to Maryland families and businesses affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The package includes $267 million in stimulus payments and $180 million in tax relief for those laid off. Funding comes from budget changes, the reserve fund, and the rainy day fund. Additionally, security measures have been heightened at the Statehouse in response to recent events, with coordination efforts involving the National Guard and FBI.

What dual crisis did Governor Larry Hogan mention at the beginning of the pandemic?

• Health and economic crisis

• Political and social crisis

• Educational and economic crisis

• Environmental and health crisis

What is the total value of the Relief Act of 2021?

• $2 billion

• $1 billion

• $500 million

• $750 million

Who qualifies for the stimulus payments under the Relief Act?

• Only small business owners

• Individuals with earned income tax credits in 2019 and 2020

• Unemployed individuals only

• All Maryland residents

What is the amount of tax relief provided for people who have been laid off?

• $150 million

• $200 million

• $180 million

• $100 million

What is the Governor's top legislative priority according to the announcement?

• Environmental protection

• Economic recovery and relief

• Healthcare expansion

• Education reform

From which fund is part of the relief package funding sourced?

• Rainy day fund

• Infrastructure fund

• Education fund

• Healthcare fund

What security measures have been increased at the Statehouse?

• Deployment of drones

• Building new security walls

• Installation of new cameras

• Increased police presence

What event prompted the increased security measures at the Statehouse?

• Natural disaster

• Cybersecurity threats

• Inauguration and Capitol events

• Local protests

Which agencies is the Governor coordinating with for security purposes?

• Environmental agencies

• Healthcare providers

• F.B.I. and National Guard

• Local schools

Who is the Governor coordinating with to ensure security across state lines?

• Governors of New York and Pennsylvania

• Mayors of Baltimore and Annapolis

• D.C. Mayor and Governor of Virginia

• Senators from Maryland