With little to argue about, House and Senate reach quick budget compromise

By: Bryan P. Sears

Outlets: Maryland Matters

Published: March 28, 2026

Words: 928

Last Updated: 4 months ago

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In the end, there wasn’t much for House and Senate fiscal leaders to argue about.

A conference committee between the two chambers wrapped up its work on the fiscal 2027 budget Friday in less time than the average Major League Baseball game. But the structurally balanced spending plan that heads back to both chambers for final approval Monday does little to resolve the looming gaps projected for next year and beyond.

“Every year we face …

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