New Bill Bans Blocking of Bike Lanes
As of June, nearly 60 crashes involving cyclists have happened this year in Montgomery County. County Councilmember Evan Glass will introduce a bill with the goal of making bike lanes… Read More
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‘A Significant Challenge’: State Legislators Grapple With Budget Deficit
Ahead of the Maryland General Assembly’s meeting in January, analysts say a widening budget deficit may be the worst fiscal situation the state has faced in two decades. According to… Read More
Public Campaign Financing Amendment Introduced to County Council
At Tuesday’s Montgomery County Council public hearing, new legislation was introduced that would amend public campaign financing laws. The goals of Bill 20-24 are to increase voter participation and create… Read More
Council to Vote Regarding Hookah Lounge Hours, Housing at Places of Worship
County councilmembers will vote Tuesday on a bill regarding operating hours for hookah lounges as well as a zoning measure to allow homes near houses of worship. One bill would… Read More
Council Passes Suicide Awareness and Firearm Education Act
The county council voted Tuesday to pass a bill requiring gun stores in the county to provide shoppers with information about suicide prevention. Ten councilmembers voted in favor, and Councilmember… Read More
Opposing Sides Clash Over Proposed Tip Credit Elimination
Controversy over a tip credit bill continued Tuesday as opposing sides on the matter of eliminating the tip credit in Montgomery County clashed at the county council building. Police arrived… Read More
Montgomery County Parks Stage an Electric Show
Montgomery Parks showed off its eco-friendly electric equipment Wednesday with a hands-on demonstration. The county is moving from gas-powered tools and equipment to electric power for a “more sustainable park… Read More
Safe Streets Act Signed Into Law
A bill aimed to make streets safer for pedestrians and bicyclists has been signed into law. County Executive Marc Elrich signed the Safe Streets Act of 2023 on Wednesday in… Read More
Elrich Signs Rent Stabilization Into Law
On Monday, County Executive Marc Elrich signed permanent rent stabilization into law less than a week after it was passed by the county council. Councilmembers passed the bill last Tuesday… Read More
Elrich Will Sign Rent Stabilization Into Law — ‘Definitely A Compromise Bill’
County Executive Marc Elrich said he will sign a newly-passed rent stabilization bill into law “as soon as it reaches my desk.” He said while it is an important step… Read More
Rent Cap Bill Moves to Full Council
A county council committee has moved forward with one bill aimed to limit rent increases in Montgomery County after competing bills were introduced in March. It will move to full… Read More
Elrich Signs Late Night Business Safety Plan Bill
A bill has been signed that leaders believe will help enhance safety for businesses open late at night. County Executive Marc Elrich signed the Late Night Business Safety Plan bill… Read More