New Report Affirms Maryland’s Leadership in Bioscience Research and Innovation State’s $158,000 average bioscience wage, nearly $3 billion in academic research and strong federal funding highlight industry strengths; report also identifies competitive challenges Rockville, Maryland (October 29, 2026) — Maryland continues to rank among the nation’s leaders in bioscience research and innovation, according…
Study Highlights Economic and Fiscal Impacts of a Data Center in Washington County Commissioned by Maryland Tech Council, Sage Policy Group study shows data center development would support permanent jobs and boost tax revenue for Hagerstown and Washington County. A single data center would generate more than 5 times more tax revenue than a…
MTC and PAAM Statement on Maryland’s Proposal to Peg Drug Prices to Medicare ROCKVILLE, MD (October 14, 2026) – The Maryland Tech Council (MTC) and the Prescription Access Alliance of Maryland (PAAM) issued the following statement on Governor Moore’s support for setting Maryland drug price limits based on Medicare’s Maximum Fair Price. “Governor Moore today…
NIH Director, Former FDA Leaders, and Bad Blood Author to Headline Bio Innovation Conference Conference will explore the evolving life sciences landscape, from NIH priorities and FDA regulation to innovation and investment ROCKVILLE, MD (October 14, 2026) — National Institutes of Health Director Jayanta “Jay” Bhattacharya, M.D., Ph.D., former Food & Drug Administration…
MTC Statement on Maryland AI Framework and Data Center Executive Order ROCKVILLE, MD (September 23, 2026) — The Maryland Tech Council, the largest technology and life sciences trade association in the state, issued the following statement regarding the Moore Administration’s executive orders on artificial intelligence (AI) and data centers in Maryland. “Maryland ranks #1 in…
Data Centers in Maryland: A Generational Opportunity Behind today’s scientific breakthroughs, credit card transactions, and modern patient care sits a data center—and Maryland is uniquely positioned to become the engine powering it all. Hundreds of Marylanders gathered August 20 for a day-long exploration of the digital infrastructure economy and how it creates high-paying middle-class careers…
MTC Statement on Digital Ad Tax Court Decision The Maryland Tax Court’s decision to strike down the State’s digital ad tax is a victory for internet freedom and the small technology and life sciences businesses that rely on advertising to grow and thrive in Maryland. The surest way to create economic opportunity for Maryland residents…
Maryland Tech Council Announces New Board of Directors The Maryland Tech Council (MTC), the largest technology and life sciences trade association in the state, today announced the election of new members to its Board of Directors. Bringing decades of expertise across technology, life sciences, and related industries, the directors will help guide MTC’s strategy and…
Maryland Tech Council Announces Winners of 2026 ICON Awards The Maryland Tech Council (MTC), the largest technology and life sciences trade association in the state, announced the winners of the 2026 ICON Awards. The awards recognize the individuals and companies driving innovation, advancing scientific discovery, and strengthening Maryland’s technology and life sciences ecosystem. MTC announced…
Maryland Tech Council Announces Finalists for 2026 ICON Awards Winners to be Celebrated at the Industry Awards Celebration on May 21 Rockville, MD (March 16, 2026) — The Maryland Tech Council (MTC), the state’s largest technology and life sciences trade association, has announced the finalists for the 2026 ICON Awards. These prestigious awards recognize outstanding…