MVA Registration Fees Increase Statewide
The Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) raised the cost of vehicle registration fees for Marylanders, effective on July 1. Drivers of passenger vehicles up to 3,500 pounds will now pay $120.50… Read More
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5 Things to Know Today, July 1, In Montgomery County
It’s Tuesday, July 1, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check today’s weather forecast here. 1. Minimum Wage: Today, the minimum wage increases by 50 cents… Read More
Hourly Minimum Wage Increase Effective Tuesday
On July 1, the minimum wage will increase by 50 cents for workers across Montgomery County. In a statement on their website, the Office of Human Rights outlined the wage… Read More
New Census Figures Finetune County Numbers
Figures released in the latest report from the U.S. Census slightly update the statistical portrait of the county. What follows are some quick facts. Population The county continues to grow.… Read More
New County Laws in Effect in July
July brings new changes into effect in Montgomery County. The changes include minimum wage increases, a law to improve tenant protections, and a leaf blower ban. Minimum Wage Increases Starting… Read More
County Launches Curbside Dining Pilot in Wheaton
Montgomery County’s new pilot program will allow restaurants in the Wheaton Urban District to turn parking spaces into outdoor seating areas. Starting on July 1, participating facilities can create “Curbside Seating… Read More
Wes Moore Pardons Nearly 7,000 for Cannabis Misdemeanors
On June 19, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore issued close to 7,000 pardons for cannabis misdemeanors, pardoning 6,938 convictions of simple cannabis possession. These pardons expand upon the historic executive clemency… Read More
Condado de Montgomery Reduce el Aumento de Estabilización de Alquileres de 2025 al 5,7 %
La asignación de estabilización de alquileres del condado de Montgomery para 2025 se establecerá en el 5,7 %, a partir del 1 de julio, lo que supone una ligera disminución… Read More
Montgomery County Lowers 2025 Rent Stabilization Increase to 5.7%
Montgomery County’s rent stabilization allowance for 2025 will be set at 5.7%, effective July 1, marking a slight decrease from last year’s 6% cap, according to a press release. Under… Read More
El Salario Mínimo del Condado Aumentará 50 Centavos el 1 de Julio
El salario mínimo del condado de Montgomery aumentará el 1 de julio para reflejar la tasa de inflación de la región, como lo exige la ley del condado, según el… Read More
Elrich to Lead 11 Community Conversations on FY26 Budget
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich, along with regional services offices and community partners, will host 11 Community Conversations throughout September and October. These sessions aim to gather public input on… Read More
July 1 Marks Start of New Laws, Fees
The beginning of July means an increase in the minimum wage, Metro fares, tobacco taxes and car registration fees as well as a ban on sales of gas-powered leaf blowers.… Read More