Governor Wes Moore of Maryland has announced an initiative to reduce government waste in the state, highlighting the potential cost savings in areas such as state vehicles driven less than 1,200 miles a year. He introduced a new performance office aimed at streamlining government operations, although critics argue that more needs to be done to address the $3 billion deficit in Maryland. Taxpayer advocate David Williams emphasized the urgency of finding ways to save money now, rather than waiting.
In contrast, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has announced a more aggressive strategy to eliminate waste, incorporating artificial intelligence and proposing the abolition of state boards and commissions, as well as eliminating state positions. Williams emphasized the need for Maryland to intensify its efforts in cutting waste, pointing out that governments are often reluctant to acknowledge their failures. This highlights the differing approaches taken by governors in tackling government waste, with DeSantis’ plan being seen as more comprehensive than Moore’s by critics.
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