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It Takes Seconds to Save a Child’s Life — Stop. Look. Lock.

It Takes Seconds to Save a Child’s Life — Stop. Look. Lock.

Every year, dozens of young people are lost to a completely preventable danger: pediatric vehicular heatstroke. Whether due to a change in routine, a momentary distraction, or a child gaining access to an unlocked vehicle, these heartbreaking incidents happen across the country—including right here in Maryland. 

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People of MDOT Who Make Maryland’s Road Signs

People of MDOT Who Make Maryland’s Road Signs

Do you know where all of Maryland's road signs are created? Introducing the State Highway Administration's sign shop. Whether it's parking signs, warning signs, or exit signs, a team of five works everyday to create them and keep Marylanders safe on the road. Each...

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Great Start to the New Year with Maryland on the Move

Great Start to the New Year with Maryland on the Move

Maryland is starting the year with momentum, and within the first few weeks, a series of announcements and project launches have signaled a clear focus on progress, access and connection. From digital services to transit and aviation, Maryland is moving forward on initiatives that many residents will notice almost immediately. 

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Full-Speed Ahead for Acting Secretary Kathryn “Katie” Thomson

Full-Speed Ahead for Acting Secretary Kathryn “Katie” Thomson

Governor Wes Moore appointed Kathryn Thomson to lead the Maryland Department of Transportation. She started her role as Acting Secretary during a busy week of launching MTA’s new Metro Subway cars into service and celebrating the opening of BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport’s new Concourse A/B Connector and Baggage Handling System. Amid all the exciting projects, we got to learn more about Acting Secretary Thomson’s experience and her plans for the future of transportation across Maryland.

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MDOT Wrapped: Maryland’s Top 5 Transportation Achievements in 2025

MDOT Wrapped: Maryland’s Top 5 Transportation Achievements in 2025

From starting construction on Maryland’s first Pedestrian Safety Action Plan project to the Motor Vehicle Administration’s releasing a data dashboard, the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) has worked hard this year to increase safety while also saving Marylanders time and money. Below are Maryland’s top five transportation achievements for 2025. 

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Serving Beyond Transportation: How MDOT Employees Support Maryland Communities

Serving Beyond Transportation: How MDOT Employees Support Maryland Communities

When most people hear “Maryland Department of Transportation” they think roads, bridges, transit, airports, the Port of Baltimore and vehicle registration and driver licensing services. This is all in MDOT’s wheelhouse, but with a deeper look, you will start to notice MDOT employees do more. They keep communities connected, supported and seen.  

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