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Maryland Investigated for Mismanagement of COVID-19 Federal Funds and Budget Shortfalls

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 23
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An independent Office of Legislative Audits report evaluated the Maryland Department of Health’s Inspector General, finding that the state did not properly track funds reimbursed by the federal government during the COVID-19 pandemic. By the end of 2022, approximately $3.5 billion was unaccounted for. The missing cash came under the stewardship of former Governor Larry Hogan. The state is currently facing another large budget shortfall in the coming fiscal year.

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The review found that over the last four years, Maryland missed out on about $42 million in Medicaid payments from local health departments and providers. The majority of this missing money, nearly $27 million, is from 2025. The review noted that the leadership office is facing scrutiny over systemic failures and financial oversight.

An investigation scrutinizes the financial health and structural shortfalls of the Maryland government.

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Who's involved

  • MarylandThe state whose health department is under review for financial mismanagement.
  • Larry HoganThe former Governor whose tenure coincided with the unaccounted funds.
  • Governor of MarylandThe office whose leadership is facing questions regarding financial oversight.

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