Legislative & Community Updates

May 4, 2026 It's almost time to VOTE!! As we approach our all-important Primary elections, I wanted to invite you to an event in Rockville: After twelve years, Councilmember (and former Gaithersburg Mayor) Sidney Katz is leaving office. There is …

April 22, 2026  Dear Friend: Ninety days. Big challenges. Clear priorities. Amid significant chaos and disruption in Washington, the General Assembly focused on Maryland’s priorities: protecting our residents from the lawless Trump Administration; enhancing affordability in core areas like energy …

April 3, 2026 Dear Neighbor: Although April Fool’s Day was this week, the Trump Administration’s recent actions on our elections are no joke. Especially in these chaotic and divisive times, defending our democracy must remain a top priority. In his …

March 20, 2026 Dear Friend: Of the 1,406 bills introduced in the Senate this session, the most significant is always the State Budget. Unlike Congress, Maryland is required by our Constitution to pass a balanced budget. This week, the Senate …

February 20, 2026 Dear Friend: Each President’s Day, the Senate convenes in our historic Senate Chamber, where George Washington resigned his commission as Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army. This tradition maintains Maryland’s status as the oldest State House in continuous operation.  …

April 23, 2026  Dear Friend: Hello again! A few days ago, I sent you part 1 highlighting what we accomplished during the 90-day legislative session in Annapolis. It featured our work to combat ICE; close the budget gap; create the first statewide 3-1-1 …

April 9, 2026 Dear Friend: It’s an exciting moment in space exploration as U.S. astronauts aboard Artemis II prepare for their landing tomorrow, marking another inspiring step forward in humanity’s journey beyond Earth. Congratulations to the engineers, astronauts, and mission teams whose …

March 26, 2026 Dear Friend: This week began with Crossover Day-- the unofficial deadline for bills to move from the Senate to the House (or vice versa) if they are to be guaranteed a hearing in the opposite chamber. Below …

March 13, 2026 Dear Friend: We’ve had some wacky weather this week-- 80 degrees followed by a tornado watch and snowflakes! I am writing from Annapolis with an exciting update.   March 11th marked “3-1-1 Day,” an annual opportunity to …

January 13, 2026 Dear Friend: The 449th Legislative Session begins tomorrow at noon. As always, I am focused on a jam-packed legislative agenda advancing practical, thoughtful policies that reflect the needs of Gaithersburg, Rockville, and the entire state. I submitted …