What’s New at MDOT
MDOT Insider is back with the latest updates on transportation projects and initiatives across Maryland!
A Safety First Mission for MDOT’s Police Officers
Across Maryland’s transportation system, keeping people safe involves the coordinated work of engineers, emergency responders and specialized police forces whose mission is protecting how people move across the state. For National Police Week (May 11-15), we are highlighting MDOT’s three police forces and recognizing the dedicated officers who serve with purpose, courage, dedication and integrity.
A Message from the Secretary: Honoring the Memory of Our Beloved Colleagues
Below is a message Maryland Transportation Secretary Katie Thomson sent to employees about the tragic loss of two MDOT employees. The letter has been edited for clarity. We are facing a profound loss within our Department. Last week, we tragically lost Mr. Robert...
Earth Month Spotlight: How MDOT is Advancing Environmental Stewardship
From maritime commerce moving up and down the Chesapeake Bay to recreational activities like...
New Commuting Reality: MDOT’s Commitment to Saving Baltimore Area Commuters Time
A worker from Dundalk hurrying to get to work in Glen Burnie. A Baltimore area parent rushing to...
Keeping Maryland Rolling: The Importance of Transit Employee Appreciation
Almost exactly six years ago in March 2020, the nation – and the Baltimore and Washington...
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.
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.
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.
Celebrate Safely: Enjoy the Holidays Without Driving Impaired
Choosing alcohol-free options isn’t just about personal preference; it plays a key role in preventing impaired driving. When you stay sober behind the wheel, you help protect your passengers, other drivers and the pedestrians who are especially vulnerable during busy holiday events.
Winter Reflections: BWI Marshall Airport’s Summer Youth Initiative Continues to Inspire Young Aviation Leaders
Summertime fun may seem like a distant memory as winter settles in, but for some Baltimore City students the experiences they gained at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport this past summer are still taking flight.