What’s New at MDOT
MDOT Insider is back with the latest updates on transportation projects and initiatives across Maryland!
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...
Riding the Rails of Progress: The New Baltimore Metro Subway Railcars and Modernizing Transit
I have always enjoyed trying new things, even when I am a little nervous about it. So, when the new Baltimore Metro Subway railcars started operating, I knew I had to ride them. The difference is evident the moment you step inside.
Stronger Together: How Maryland’s Partnerships Are Helping Advance Development Projects Near Transit Stations
Maryland’s progress in Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) isn’t just about rails and...
How MDOT Archaeologists Preserve Tales from Harriet Tubman’s Community
https://youtu.be/nbVEud_zWhY?si=s6p3Ck1nneI52sGd Sitting under the shade of a tree by the...
Q&A: MD 650 Pedestrian Safety Action Plan
Pedestrian safety remains a critical focus for the Maryland Department of Transportation as the...
Inside the MDTA Police Community Partnerships Academy
Laura Vandervort is a self-proclaimed crime junkie. When she’s not busy supporting the Maryland Transportation Authority’s (MDTA) DriveEzMD Customer Service Centers, you can likely find her watching the latest episode of “Chicago P.D.” That’s why a flyer for the MDTA...
Discover Maryland’s History at Every Turn With Roadside Historical Markers
https://youtube.com/shorts/9F0og18VzKQ?si=Nb4u6duJA3kFdBou From bustling cities and busy ports to peaceful mountain peaks and picturesque shores, Maryland’s story is written across its landscapes. One of the most fascinating ways to connect with the state’s...
Walking the Walk: Maryland Proposes Highest Investment on Record in Bicycle and Pedestrian Projects
Tie up your laces and strap on your helmets. The Maryland Department of Transportation wants to make its largest investment on record in bicycle and pedestrian projects. The Department’s draft six-year capital budget plan includes more than $537 million in active...
MDOT Grants: Empowering Maryland’s Local Governments to Access Federal Funding
At the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT), we take pride in driving Maryland forward by delivering safe, reliable, sustainable and equitable multimodal transportation. An essential part of our mission is helping local governments unlock game changing federal...
Turning Surplus into Opportunity: How MDOT’s Excess Property Drives Economic Growth
When people think of the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT), they likely picture roads, bridges, trains and buses – not real estate. But MDOT is one of the largest landowners in the state, managing thousands of acres of land used for everything from highways...





