Want to testify on Maryland redistricting? Sign up by July 31
Maryland residents who want to give redistricting testimony have a narrow window to sign up, and it closes Friday. The General Assembly is holding a special session Aug. 3-5 to… Read More
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10 new Maryland laws taking effect July 1
A slate of new laws go into effect beginning July 1 in Maryland, some directly affecting Montgomery County residents. Here’s a look at 10 you should know: AI Ready Schools… Read More
Assembly Session’s Over, But Few Candidates Announce Reelection Plans
Although the gubernatorial primary isn’t until June 30, 2026. some state and county officials already have filed for reelection. More are expected now that the General Assembly’s legislative session has… Read More
A Year Later, Sergeant Kepp Returns to ‘Normal Life’
Last October, Montgomery County Police officer Patrick Kepp was seriously injured in the line of duty as he tried to apprehend a reckless driver. After he was hit by the… Read More
One Year Later, Injured Police Officer Working and Advocating
Friday marks one year since Montgomery County Police Sgt. Patrick Kepp was struck intentionally while out of his patrol car and using stop sticks to curb reckless and drunk driving… Read More
State Legislators Pass Bill to Aid Workers, Businesses in Wake of Key Bridge Collapse
Maryland lawmakers approved a bill Monday evening that supports Port of Baltimore workers who were impacted by the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, one in a slew of bills passed… Read More
As Deadline Nears, Just Cause Eviction Bill Appears Stuck in State Senate
One of three main renters rights bills, a focus of Governor Wes Moore’s priorities for the Maryland General Assembly, is stalling in the senate as the 2024 session winds down.… Read More
Van Hollen Updates Local Delegation on Proposed Funding
U.S. Sen. Chris Van Hollen met virtually with the Montgomery County members of the Maryland General Assembly Friday to update legislators on what the federal government is doing and also… Read More
General Assembly Wraps Session, Approves Health Care Bills
The Maryland General Assembly wrapped up its 90-day legislative session on Monday, April 10th. A number of health related bills passed both chambers. The bills are now headed to Governor… Read More
New Bill Prohibits Traffic Stops Based Solely on Smell of Cannabis
The Maryland General Assembly passed a bill Monday night prohibiting law enforcement officers from using the smell of cannabis as the only reason for stopping a vehicle. This bill was… Read More
Chesapeake Bay Foundation Urges Delegates to Pass Forest Protection Bill
Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF) is calling on the House of Delegates to pass a bill that would strengthen forest protections after passing unanimously in the Senate. The Forest Preservation and… Read More
Glass Introduces Resolution to Help 17,000 Maryland Families Avoid Eviction
Montgomery County residents are facing an end to local rental assistance, in addition to reductions in SNAP benefits. During Council’s Tuesday session, President Evan Glass introduced a resolution calling on… Read More