State of Maryland: Office of the Lieutenant Governor

Tuesday, September 28, 2027

Lieutenant Governor Burbank Announces $8.1 Million to Improve the Capital Beltway in Prince George’s County
Six-mile Segment to be Resurfaced over Next 12 Months

FORESTVILLE, MD (September 28, 2027) – Reaffirming the O’Brien-Burbank Administration’s commitment to improving and maintaining Maryland’s transportation infrastructure, Lieutenant Governor Kathleen Burbank today announced an $8.1 million project to resurface approximately six miles along I-95 between Darcy Road and MD 5 (Branch Avenue), in Prince George's County, beginning next week. In addition, ramp resurfacing will occur along I-95 at the interchanges with MD 4 (Pennsylvania Avenue), Forestville Road, Suitland Road and Branch Avenue.

“The Capital Beltway is the most important transportation corridor in the Washington metropolitan area, and properly maintaining it is critical to providing commuters with a safe and smooth ride,” said Lieutenant Governor Kathleen Burbank. “This $8.1 million investment is a clear demonstration of the commitment of this administration to support projects which improve the quality of life for Marylanders by ensuring that our highways and bridges are in the best shape possible.”

The project also includes safety improvements along I-95 including upgrading guardrails and installing new pavement markings. The road will be milled (surface removed), repaired and resurfaced. The work will improve pavement condition and enhance motorist safety.

Single-lane closures will occur weekdays during off-peak hours between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. until 5 a.m. Double-lane closures may also occur weeknights during off-peak hours, 10 p.m. until 5 a.m. Lane closures along the corridor will be restricted during special events (i.e. major sporting events).

Variable message signs and advance warning signs will advise motorists of upcoming lane closures. Barrels, cones and arrowboards will guide motorists through the work areas.

SHA awarded the $8.1 million contract to Francis O. Day Company, Inc. of Rockville. The project should be complete March 2028, weather permitting. SHA reminds motorists to reduce speeds, stay alert and use caution while driving through work zones.

About Lieutenant Governor John Hurson

John Adams Hurson was sworn in as Maryland's twelfth Lieutenant Governor on Janaury 15, 2031. Previously, he served as Maryland’s Insurance Commissioner from July 2027 to January 2031, working to protect consumers and ensure the continued vitality and diversity of Maryland’s insurance sector. Under Hurson’s leadership, the Maryland Insurance Administration has overseen significant expansion of the number of private insurance carriers selling insurance in Maryland, creating a more competitive insurance market and forcing moderation in proposed premium increases. Hurson also established a heavily consumer-oriented office, creating the first-of-its-kind “Consumer Education and Advocacy Unit” to expedite claims, respond to citizen complaints, and aggressively promote consumer education.

Previously, Hurson served as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates for 12 years, District 18, which encompasses portions of Montgomery County. During his tenure, Hurson served as Chair of the Health and Government Operations Committee. Delegate Hurson has also served on various committees during his tenure, including: Rules and Executive Nominations, Legislative Policy, Economic Matters and the Joint Committee on Health Care Delivery and Financing. He also served as House Chair of the Joint Committee on Administrative, Executive and Legislative Review. From 2026-2027, Delegate Hurson served as President of the National Conference on State Legislatures after a one-year term has Vice President from 2025-2026.

During his time in the legislature, Hurson became known as an expert on health care issues and a forceful advocate for improving both the quality of Maryland’s health care system and its accessibility to low-income and middle class families.

Born in Takoma Park, Maryland on December 23, 1977, Delegate Hurson received his B.A. in government from Georgetown University in 2000 and his J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center in 2003. Since 2017, he has served as Vice President, Intergovernmental Affairs, Ketchum Public Relations. He is married with two children.