Maryland officials tackle education reform, port modernization, and transportation safety while voters grapple with ballot complexity ahead of November.

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• Maryland's education reform plan implementation board may propose changes amid budget shortfall concerns.
• Lawmakers may target the Blueprint plan for budget cuts as the state faces fiscal pressures next year.

• Some prescription drugs cost pharmacies more to buy than insurance middlemen paid them to dispense.
• The Maryland Pharmacists Association says 2% to 3% of the state’s pharmacies have closed annually in recent years, roughly 30 stores a year.

• Maryland's congressional delegation met in Washington to discuss Port of Baltimore modernization projects and investment priorities.
• The meeting brought together stakeholders to address the port's future development and infrastructure needs.

• A poll by Fight Back Maryland found 25% of voters undecided on a redistricting amendment due to confusing constitutional language.
• The amendment would remove state standards for drawing congressional districts, but unclear wording may hinder voter comprehension and approval.

• Maryland's governor's office will help coordinate and steer development of a data center project in the state.
• Direct gubernatorial involvement signals the state's prioritization of data center infrastructure as an economic development initiative.

• Maryland candidates are actively campaigning across the state through November 3rd election day.
• Campaign trail activity intensifies as candidates work to reach voters before the general election.

• Baltimore Police's commander overseeing internal misconduct investigations has been suspended and is himself facing investigation.
• The situation highlights internal challenges within the department's accountability structure and oversight mechanisms.

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