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Department of Veterans and Military Families

Governor Moore Announces Maryland Department of Veterans and Military Families Leadership Transition

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ANNAPOLIS, MD — Governor Wes Moore today announced that Maryland Department of Veterans and Military Families Secretary Tony Woods will transition from his cabinet position on May 11 to return to the private sector in a role with a technology startup. Deputy Secretary Ross Cohen will serve as acting secretary to ensure continuity of service and support for Maryland’s veterans and military families while a search to fill the secretary’s post is underway.

“Secretary Tony Woods has made Maryland a national leader in how we care for those who serve. He has reshaped the department with heart, vision, and an unwavering commitment to veterans, military families, caregivers, and survivors across our state,” said Gov. Moore. “From improving care at Charlotte Hall Veterans Home to reducing appointment wait times at the department’s benefits service offices, Tony has delivered transformative leadership for Maryland’s veterans and military-connected community; his impact will be felt for generations to come, and I am proud to have served alongside him.”

 

Read the entire press release at governor.maryland.gov.