Governor Says Resources Are Available For Federal Workers In Md. Affected By Government Shutdown

It involves some no-interest loans to help them meet expenses.Gov. Wes MooreAnnapolis, MD (KM) There is  state help for federal workers in Maryland affected by the government shutdown, according to Governor Wes Moore, who spoke about that Wednesday during a news conference.. “The federal government is stepping away from its basic obligations to Maryland’s and our people. But despite the challenge our resolve in unwavering,” the Governor says. “In this state, we live Mission-First, People Always. I encourage federal workers to take full advantage of these resources.”At the news conference, Governor Moore announced that starting October 6th, 2025,, the Maryland Department of Labor will start up a Federal Shutdown Loan Program for employees who will be working during the shutdown, but are not getting paid. They can apply for a $700, no-interest loan to help meet expenses.The Governor also says furloughed federal employees who are not working and not receiving a paycheck may be eligible for unemployment insurance benefits through the Unemployment Compensation for Federal Employees.Furloughed employees of federal contractors may be eligible for unemployment compensation benefits.Federal workers who are laid off during the shutdown may be eligible for Maryland’s Federal Worker Emergency Loan Program. They could receive a $700 loan at no interest  to help pay expenses.The state of Maryland has more than 60 federal installations, 260,000 federal workers., and over 200,000 federal contractors, according to Lt. Gov. Aruna Miller.There are 35,000 federal workers in Maryland’s 6th Congressional District which includes Frederick County..In addition to the programs previously mentioned, the Governor’s Office says Maryland will continue to offer a broad range of supports to federal workers, including finding a new job through 33 American Job Centers throughout the state; a specialized Professional Outplacement Assistance Center; information on transitioning to a teaching career; a weekly workshop designed specifically for federal workers and contractors; and job fairs and recruitment events.By Kevin McManus