Paul Wiedefeld, the Maryland Department of Transportation Secretary, intends to step away from state service on August 1, the Governor’s office announced Wednesday.
Upon his departure, Deputy Secretary Samantha Biddle will serve as acting secretary as the nationwide search led by Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller to fill the position begins.
“Our state is grateful for Paul Wiedefeld’s distinguished service over the last two and a half years. Under Paul’s leadership, we’ve made it easier for Marylanders to get from where they live to where opportunity lies — and laid the foundation for a more competitive, affordable state for all,” Governor Wes Moore said. “Secretary Wiedefeld brought decades of expertise to our team, and he used that wisdom to cultivate a new generation of talent. Samantha Biddle has the experience, instincts, and knowledge to carry forward the baton of service at the Maryland Department of Transportation. I look forward to continuing our work together as she takes on this new acting role.”…