ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Tens of thousands of Marylanders are now shut out from their jobs as the federal government shutdown continues, prompting the state of Maryland to step in and provide some services typically handled by federal agencies.

Governor Wes Moore said the state is working to maintain critical services despite the federal impasse.

"The longer this unnecessary federal government shutdown goes on, the harder it is for us to keep services going," Moore said.

The state will continue to pay workers supported by federal funding grants. Federal programs administered by the state will continue operating, including Medicaid and SNAP benefits.

"We are working with the private sector to shield federal workers impacted by the shutdown from eviction, foreclosure and utility shutoffs," Moore

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