From Del. Mary Ann Lisanti: Thank you for the privilege of representing you in the 435th session of the Maryland’s General Assembly. I am proud to be part of a Harford County and State of Maryland team working hard to enhance the lives of our citizens. As one of the 69 new members, I have […]
2015 Maryland General Assembly Report for Harford County
From Harford County government: Following the conclusion of the 2015 Maryland General Assembly, County Executive Barry Glassman extends his thanks to the Harford Delegation for their support of his legislative initiatives, and for their efforts on behalf of the county overall. “After 16 years as a legislator, I appreciate the challenges and opportunities of the […]
Harford and Cecil Counties’ 2015 Legislative Wrap-Up and Public Forum May 5 at HCC
From the Harford County League of Women Voters: You are invited to attend Harford and Cecil Counties’ 2015 Legislative Wrap-Up and Public Forum Tuesday, May 5, 2015 Harford Community College 401 Thomas Run Rd, Bel Air, MD 21015 Edgewood Hall Room 132 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. This event is presented by Harford County Alumnae […]
Del. Szeliga: “This is the Best Budget I’ve Seen in My 5 Sessions in Annapolis. Spending is Under Control. Tax Relief is on its Way”
From Del. Kathy Szeliga: It’s Crunch Time Already! Crossover is Monday … According to our rules in Annapolis, bills must get out of the House or Senate by Monday evening in order to have enough time to get passed. We call this the “Crossover Deadline.” I’ve been asked how many bills have been introduced this […]
Burbey: “This Legislation Has the Potential to Strip Local Control of Our Schools From the Citizens of Harford County”
The following letter was sent from Harford County Education Association (HCEA) President Ryan Burbey to all Harford County representatives in the Maryland General Assembly. A copy was provided to The Dagger for publication: As President of the Harford County Education Association, I must express our opposition to SB 595 & HB 486, The Public Charter […]
Del. Szeliga: George Washington’s Resignation Letter; Human Trafficking in Maryland; Legislative Agenda
From Del. Kathy Szeliga: The Original Resignation Letter Washington Resigns Our Maryland State House is the longest continuously used state house in the country. It was also the temporary capital of our country at one time. Last week, a new display was unveiled in the Old State House. It is the actual speech written by […]
Sheriff Gahler, Harford Legislators Sponsor Bill to Limit Tax Refunds to Individuals with Active Arrest Warrants
From the Harford County Sheriff’s Office: [January 21, 2015, Bel Air, MD] This week, Sheriff Gahler worked with members of the Harford County Delegation in Annapolis, to sponsor legislation that would limit tax refunds to individuals with active arrest warrants in the county. This legislation would include Harford County in the existing “Warrant Intercept Program”. […]
Sheriff Gahler Backs Appointment of Former Top Leopold Aide, Initiates Review of Aviation Unit
Harford County Sheriff Jeffrey Gahler on Wednesday defended the appointment of a key aide to disgraced former Anne Arundel County Executive John Leopold as his top legislative and community outreach employee. The sheriff also said he will stand by campaign promises to keep the agency’s aviation unit and helicopter in service for at least one […]