January 9, 2025 The Daily Record ANNAPOLIS — Those who want Maryland to have special elections to fill vacant seats in the legislature are hoping that some early progress this session may finally get the proposal passed. As of last …
Continue ReadingJanuary 2, 2025 The Baltimore Sun When Maryland’s legislative session starts Jan. 8, lawmakers will address a projected $2.9 billion state deficit, as well as high-profile bills that include in vitro fertilization treatment protections, phone-free classrooms and new election regulations. …
Continue ReadingDecember 18, 2024 Dear Friend: In a few short weeks, the Senate will convene for our annual 90-day session. My bills this year address a wide array of issues, from improving public safety to supporting our nonprofits. I "pre-filed" a …
Continue ReadingThanksgiving week, 2024 Dear Friend: This is hard to write. As a proud "word nerd," I have been living in the "D" portion of the alphabet-- depressed, despondent, dispirited, deflated, and disillusioned. I had allowed myself to believe that our …
Continue ReadingNovember 5, 2024 Montgomery Community Media 988 Helpline Provides Support as Election Day Stress Peaks As Election Day arrives, the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline offers crucial support to those feeling heightened stress or anxiety. With polls indicating that about seven in …
Continue ReadingJanuary 6, 2025 Dear Friend: Happy New Year! I hope you are staying safe and warm in the snow. Despite the impending political blizzard, may 2025 bring you joy, success, and good health. Wednesday Kick-Off The 447th legislative session begins at noon on January …
Continue ReadingDecember 26, 2024 Montgomery Community Media If money could talk, then in the coming weeks, state legislators in Annapolis may spend most of their time talking about money. The 2025 General Assembly kicks off its 90-day legislative session on Jan. …
Continue ReadingDecember 17, 2024 Conduit Street At the MACo Winter Conference, emergency management leaders highlighted how Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives can strengthen emergency response, build public trust, and ensure equitable outcomes for all Maryland communities. Senator Cheryl Kagan led …
Continue ReadingNovember 15, 2024 Maryland Matters Active shooter drills in Maryland schools will be different next school year under a new set of state guidelines meant to limit the impact those drills have on the mental health of students. The new guidelines are designed to …
Continue ReadingOctober 31, 2024 Montgomery Community Media It was a sun-dappled setting for an all-star political lineup at Bohrer Park in Gaithersburg Thursday afternoon. The name brand Democrats showed up to support their candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives District …
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