Recovery & Workplace Policy: Gov. Wes Moore signed an executive order making Maryland a “recovery-friendly workplace,” requiring state agencies to train staff on substance use disorders, treatment, recovery, and overdose response while steering people toward support before punishment. School Nutrition: Maryland updated 2026-27 income eligibility for free and reduced-price school meals, with a family of four qualifying for free meals at $42,900 or less and reduced-price up to $61,050, plus rules for automatic eligibility and reapplication. Public Health Watch: Baltimore health officials warned residents after a dead fox tested positive for rabies near Groveland Avenue, urging pet owners to check for bites and keep rabies vaccinations current. Medication Safety: FDA-linked recalls hit Maryland after two IV saline actions within days—one tied to potential fiberglass contamination and another to iron oxide—prompting providers to stop using and return affected lots. Maternal Support: Experts say postpartum support should be treated as a pro-life issue, highlighting the need for community-based help for new mothers facing postpartum mental health struggles. Opioid Community Effort: Talbot Goes Purple will host a free screening of “An American Opioid Crisis” in St. Michaels, aiming to reduce stigma and boost awareness of prevention, treatment, and recovery. Regenerative Farming: Maryland DNR opened 111 acres for lease using regenerative practices to expand land access and protect the Chesapeake Bay. Healthcare Access & Aging: Partners In Care Maryland added four community leaders to its advisory board to support older adults aging in place.