Susan C. Lee, Maryland secretary of state and Gov. Wes Moore sign an executive action while Leah Paley, who leads the Anne Arundel County Food Bank watches during a photo op and press conference at Anne Arundel County Food Bank with elected officials, announcing an executive action in support of Marylanders impacted by the federal government shutdown and suspension of Nov. S.N.A.P., or Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits. (Karl Merton Ferron/Staff)
The emergency funding, drawn from the state’s Fiscal Responsibility Fund, will be distributed through food banks, faith-based organizations, school pantries, and mobile food units