JESSUP, Md. (DC News Now) -- Gov. Wes Moore (D-Md.) announced plans Monday to soon close the Maryland Correctional Institution at Jessup, citing the facility's aging infrastructure and operational costs as reasons for the shutdown.

Under the plan, the 44-year-old facility, better known as MCI-J, will close its doors by June 30, 2026. According to Moore's office, the closure will save taxpayers roughly $21 million per year as well as help the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services expand access to education, vocational training and re-entry services for people who are incarcerated.

“MCI-J has long outrun its facility lifespan and we refuse to kick the can further down the road,” said Moore. “Our plan to close this facility will save taxpayers money, ease strain on

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