Protect Maryland’s DDA Budget

March 3, 2026

URGENT ACTION ALERT: Major cuts have been proposed to Maryland’s Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) budget

These cuts include:

  • $155.4 million in State General Funds
  • $310.8 million total with federal match

These reductions could significantly impact services and supports for people with the highest needs.

If approved, the proposed changes could:

  • Reduce funding for one-to-one and two-to-one community staffing
  • Restrict services for people whose annual budgets exceed certain limits
  • Strain providers’ ability to safely sustain critical supports

These are not abstract numbers. These decisions affect real people, real families, and the stability of community-based services across Maryland.

ake Action Today

We urge you to contact your State Senator and Delegate and ask them to oppose these DDA cuts. Share how these services impact you, your family, or your community.

Find your legislators here:
https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Members/District

You can also contact key legislative leaders:

  • Senate President Bill Ferguson – bill.ferguson@senate.maryland.gov
  • House Speaker Joseline Peña-Melnyk – joseline.pena.melnyk@house.maryland.gov
  • Delegate Ben Barnes – ben.barnes@house.maryland.gov
  • Senator Guy Guzzone – guy.guzzone@senate.maryland.gov

View official budget documents

View DDA Budget Details Here
View Fiscal Effects Summary Here

Your voice matters.

With sustained advocacy, we can protect essential funding and ensure people with disabilities continue to receive the supports they rely on. Please share this message.

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