Maryland (Finally) Goes #FoamFree! FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 30, 2020 Sen. Cheryl C. Kagan District 17 (Rockville & Gaithersburg) Cheryl.Kagan@senate.state.md.us (preferred) 301-858-3134 Beginning tomorrow, Maryland implements its Expanded Polystyrene Foam (“Styrofoam”) ban on food and beverage packaging. With carefully …
Continue ReadingWHAT HAPPENS IF SOMEONE PHOTOCOPIES AN ONLINE BALLOT? September 22, 2020 By: Maryam Shahzad Read the full article here. In Maryland, residents will receive applications to request a mail-in ballot to vote in the November 2020 general election. Residents can …
Continue ReadingSeptember 17, 2020 Dear Friend: As we approach the Jewish High Holidays, I wish you and your family a sweet New Year. I hope 5781 is full of peace and positivity, regardless of your faith. Staying Safe in MoCo Two weeks …
Continue ReadingSeptember 10, 2020 Dear Friend: We have now survived 6 long months of this pandemic. As we approach the tragic milestone of 200,000 American lives lost, please continue be mindful of self-care to stay both physically and mentally healthy. …
Continue ReadingPreakness won't play Maryland's state song, which celebrates Confederacy September 12, 2020 By: Chris Cwik Read the full article here. The Preakness is finding a new tradition. For the first time since 1909, the song “Maryland, My Maryland” will not …
Continue ReadingSeptember 24, 2020 Dear Friend: Just when I thought 2020 couldn't get worse, Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg died. We all mourn the loss of this remarkably influential woman. As a pioneer for gender equality, voting rights, civil rights, LGBTQ rights, and …
Continue ReadingSen. Cheryl Kagan & Del. Brooke Lierman: Farewell to Foam in Maryland September 21, 2020 By: Guest Commentary Read the full article here. Beginning Oct. 1, Maryland will become the first state to ban expanded polystyrene foam, or Styrofoam, food …
Continue ReadingSeptember 2, 2020 Dear Friend: You may notice that this e-mail looks a bit different. One of my constituents suggested that we use a larger font for easier reading. I always appreciate feedback as we seek ways to improve …
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