From Del. Mike Griffith: The Fourth of July is a day set aside to commemorate our great achievement, the creation of a new nation based on the guiding principles of our nations Constitution. As a former Marine, I have a great deal of pride in our country, and I am always greatly moved by the […]
Harford County to Vote in June and by Mail for Primary Election
From the Harford County Board of Elections: The coronavirus pandemic has changed life in Maryland dramatically. One change is the push-back of Maryland’s primary election from April 28, 2020 to June 2, 2020. This date change was effective with Governor Hogan’s Proclamation of April 10, 2020, which approved the State Board of Elections’ Comprehensive Plan […]
Sen. Cassilly on Coronavirus: “Reality of the Situation Dictates that We Continue to Make these Economic Sacrifices in Pursuit of the Greater Good”
From State Sen. Bob Cassilly: Friends, We are facing challenging and uncertain times. Addressing the Coronavirus pandemic is a Herculean task for all of us as we are being asked to make sacrifices in the name of our fellow man, the likes of which have not been seen collectively since World War II. Those in […]
Harford Executive Glassman Proposes Phase-in of Kirwan Recommendations in Baltimore City, Raising Teacher Salaries Statewide
From Harford County government: In testimony today before Maryland legislators, Harford County Executive Barry Glassman supported the Kirwan Commission’s goals for education and proposed piloting its entire plan in Baltimore City while continuing its ramp up of teacher salaries statewide. County Executive Glassman’s proposal for Baltimore City would be in years one through five of […]
Harford Sheriff Gahler Opposes Bills to Make Maryland a Sanctuary State
From the Harford County Sheriff’s Office: Today, Harford County Sheriff Jeffrey Gahler, stood with Frederick County Sheriff Chuck Jenkins, Cecil County Sheriff Scott Adams, law enforcement leaders, Angel Families, and representatives from the MD Senate and House of Delegates to oppose to HB 388 and HB 677. Sheriff Gahler remarked, “Sadly, Maryland’s Legislature has introduced […]
Van Hollen and Harris React to Senate Vote in Articles of Impeachment
From U.S. Sen. Chris Van Hollen: Van Hollen Statement on Impeachment Vote WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) released the following statement regarding the Senate vote on the articles of impeachment: “It is the constitutional obligation of each senator to weigh the evidence before us and render a final verdict on the […]
Sen. Jennings: Addressing Violent Crime; Polar Bear Plunge; Joppa Park-N-Ride Petition
From State Sen. J.B. Jennings: MARYLAND GOP CONTINUES PUSH ON CRIME! As I stated on the first day of session, addressing violent crime is my number one priority of 2020. I am currently working with the Senate Republican Caucus to draft legislation that will offer a new approach to addressing violent crimes in Maryland communities. […]
Rep. Harris Votes Against “Purely Political Resolution Seeking to Tie the President’s Hands” as He Responds to Terrorist Threats
From Congressman Andy Harris: Today Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (MD-01) voted “no” on H. Con. Res. 83 – Directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to terminate the use of United States Armed Forces to engage in hostilities in or against Iran. Congressman Harris made the following statement: […]
