AFSCME Maryland Fights Cuts and Supports New Revenue in Annapolis

AFSCME Maryland members met on the State House steps on January 20, the day Governor O'Malley submitted his budget to the legislature-- to call for increased revenues and speak out against potential service cuts, furloughs and layoffs.

The delegation delivered thousands of "Budget-Fight-Back" cards to Governor Martin O'Malley. The cards, signed by thousands of state employees, call on elected officials to consider all options, including raising revenues and closing tax loopholes, before moving forward with any further state budget cuts.

State mental health facilities, juvenile services, correctional facilities, foster care, and other agencies continue to face significant cutbacks, putting some Marylanders at risk. State employees work everyday in chronically understaffed agencies--pushing resources to the breaking point--eliminating and greatly reducing vital services needed for struggling Marylanders.