Elrich Supportive of Newly-Passed Plastic Bag Ban
County Executive Marc Elrich said he supports the carryout plastic bag ban that was approved by the county council this week. “I’m looking forward to getting rid of them,” Elrich… Read More
Government
Leggett is Proud, Thankful for Building Renaming Honor
Later this month, the Executive Office Building in Rockville will be renamed after former County Executive Isiah “Ike” Leggett. MCM asked Leggett what the recognition means to him. “I do… Read More
Proyecto de Ley Amplia Elegibilidad de Propietarios de Viviendas a Obtener Créditos Fiscales
El Comité de Operaciones Gubernamentales del Concejo del Condado de Montgomery presentó el martes un proyecto de ley destinado a ampliar la elegibilidad para el Crédito Fiscal a la Propiedad.… Read More
Silver Spring-Based NOAA Under Siege by DOGE
As the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) sets its sights on governmental infrastructure, an agency based in the county seems to be in its crosshairs. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric… Read More
Labor Department Gearing Up to Support Federal Workers Facing Layoffs
Maryland has not yet seen a surge in unemployment insurance applications as federal government employees face layoffs under the new Presidential administration, but the state is preparing to make sure… Read More
What’s Open and Closed on Presidents Day
Montgomery County government offices and services will operate on modified schedules for Presidents Day on Monday, Feb. 17. County and State Services: County offices: Closed. MC 311: Closed. State offices… Read More
Proyecto de Ley Regularía Tecnología de Vigilancia, Incluido Programa de Drones
El martes se presentó un proyecto de ley para regular el uso de la tecnología de vigilancia de seguridad pública por parte del condado. La presidenta del concejo del condado,… Read More
Maryland Lawmakers Join Federal Workers Protest
Three Maryland lawmakers joined the rally to support federal workers and the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) on the grounds of the U.S. Capitol Tuesday. AFGE work at many… Read More
El Concejo Aprueba una Nueva Ley para Luchar en Contra de la Trata de Personas
El Concejo del Condado de Montgomery aprobó una ley el martes con el objetivo de fortalecer las protecciones contra el trabajo forzado, permitiendo que el condado termine contratos con contratistas… Read More
Council Proposes Bill to Expand Homeowners’ Tax Credit Eligibility
The Montgomery County Council’s Government Operations Committee introduced a bill Tuesday aimed at broadening eligibility for the Homeowners Property Tax Credit. The proposed legislation would expand access to the County’s… Read More
Council Passes Bill to Fight Human Trafficking
The Montgomery County Council passed a bill Tuesday aimed at strengthening protections against forced labor by allowing the county to terminate contracts with contractors and subcontractors found guilty of human… Read More
Prohibidas las Bolsas de Plástico a Partir del Próximo Año
Las bolsas de plástico estarán prohibidas en los comercios minoristas del condado de Montgomery a partir del próximo año. A partir del 1 de enero de 2026, los minoristas tendrán… Read More