-The following article was shared by Councilman David Marks on social media about the Francis Scott Key Bridge tragedy- The collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge was a tragedy in so many terms—the loss of human life, the destruction of an iconic landmark, and the disruption to commerce along the East Coast. On April … Read more
District 7A Del. Ryan Nawrocki and Del. Kathy Szeliga: “Francis Scott Key Bridge rebuilding efforts must mimic the response of the I-35 Mississippi River Bridge collapse” In response to the tragic Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse our thoughts and prayers go out to the families of the victims who are most affected by this tragedy. … Read more
-The following article was submitted by Sixth District Delegate Bob Long about Internet Gaming that passed by the Maryland General Assembly- Currently in the Maryland Legislation there is a bill number HB1319 on Internet Gaming. This legislation will allow casino games online. While it would create additional revenue for the state and easier access, it … Read more
-The following article and photo was submitted by Sixth District Delegate Bob Long in opposition of HB1515, which would place a tax on services- Currently, in the Maryland Government there is a 761-million-dollar deficit. By 2026, the state will have a deficit of over 3 billion. This is unacceptable and must be addressed. This is more … Read more
-The following article has been submitted by Sixth District Delegate Bob Long about the abandoned Fort Howard Veterans Hospital and plans on the future of the property- Last Thursday there was a meeting at Dundalk High School about the rezoning of the abandoned Fort Howard Veterans Hospital. There is a proposal to rezone the area … Read more
Seventh District Baltimore County Councilman Todd Crandell is upset that Council Bill 3-24 Mixed-Use Development bill was extended at last night’s County Council Legislative Session after it was scheduled to get withdrawn. Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski and Council chair Izzy Patoka announced on Tuesday the controversial bill would be withdrawn and a new compromise … Read more
–Fifth District Baltimore County Councilman David Marks gives an update about the Master Plan adopted by Baltimore County last night- At its meeting on Feb. 20, the Baltimore County Council adopted a new Master Plan to help guide land use and budgeting decisions over the next decade; over the next few days, we will highlight … Read more
A Baltimore County Community Forum will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 27 at 6 to 8 p.m. at Perry Hall Library, 9685 Honeygo Blvd. This meeting is in reference to the opposition to the development projects all over Baltimore County. Councilmen Todd Crandell, David Marks, Wade Kach and Delegate Ryan Nawrocki are among the elected … Read more
–The following statement was released by Baltimore County Councilman Todd Crandell on the future of the Fort Howard and the zoning issues in that area- First, let me be very clear. I have no intention of changing the zoning to allow for hundreds of homes to be built at Fort Howard. No plans have been … Read more
–Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki sent a letter to Secretary Kendall of the US Air Force imploring him to keep the flying wing of the Air National Guard at Martin State Airport- On Friday, Feb. 9, Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki championed a letter to Secretary Kendall of the US Air Force imploring … Read more
Middle River resident Kim Klacik has filed for the open seat in Congressional District 2. The seat became vacant when Democratic Congressman C.A. “Dutch” Ruppersberger announced he would not seak re-election. After Ruppersberger made his announcement Democratic Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski announced his intentions for that seat. Del. Harry Bhandari also entered the race … Read more
-The following article has been submitted by Sixth District Delegate Bob Long about his legislation for keeping schools safe in Maryland- Over the past few years there have been multiple incidents of juvenile students who have been convicted with assault charges. These students have had prior conviction records and were able to attend our schools. … Read more
-photo courtesy of Baltimore County Republican Party- Seventh District County Councilman Todd Crandell (R-Dundalk, Essex, Edgemere) Fifth District County Councilman David Marks (R-Perry Hall, Middle River, White Marsh Kingsville) and Third District County Councilman Wade Kach (R-Northern Baltimore County) released a statement in opposition to County Council bill 3-24 Mixed-Use Development. Dear Baltimore County Citizens: … Read more
-The following article was submitted by District 7A Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga about regarding Speed Cameras in Baltimore County – Delegates Nawrocki and Szeliga were stunned to discover from the Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) that 41,205 individuals have flags against their registration due to speed camera violations in Baltimore County. This number confirms … Read more
-photo courtesy of Dutch Ruppersberger’s X (Formerly Twitter) page- Democratic Congressman C.A. “Dutch” Ruppersberger announced on Friday that he would not seek reelection for his 2nd Congressional seat. “It’s official: this term is my last. I want to thank my family, my staff and my constituents, who have entrusted me with this tremendous responsibility,” Ruppersberger … Read more
–District 6 Delegate Bob Long submitted an article about his home detention legislation that addresses the issue of juvenile crime- Juvenile crime has skyrocketed since new laws were passed to protect juvenile criminals. We are going to try to repeal those laws, but I found another loophole with juvenile crime. There is not a clear … Read more
-District 7A Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki released a statement about the proposed bill that would increase speed cameras all over the county- Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki are concerned about HB58, allowing unlimited speed cameras across Baltimore County, even outside school zones. Last year, due to many concerns, this bill did not … Read more
District 7 Delegates Lauren Arikan, Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga announce the details to their Maryland Delegate Scholarship program. We are happy to announce the opening of our annual scholarship application! The Maryland Delegate Scholarship is offered to Maryland residents who plan to pursue a postsecondary credential full-time (12+ credits undergraduate or 9+ credits graduate … Read more
-The following article was submitted by District 7A Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga about their highlights and concerns for the 2024 Legislative Session- The delegates eagerly anticipate the beginning of the 2024 legislative session, which lasts for 90 days until Sine Die on April 8th. The delegates look forward to introducing a package of … Read more
–The following article was submitted by District 6 Delegate Bob Long about tax increases for 2024 and property reassessments from Baltimore County – I hope everyone had a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. I received a Christmas card from the County in the form of a Notice of Assessment for property taxes. Along with … Read more
Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga, Senator J.B. Jennings, and Councilman David Marks were beyond dismayed to hear news of the death of TSgt Lacy O’Neill last week. O’Neill suffered injuries from a horrific car accident on Eastern Avenue at the corner of Mariners Point Drive just southbound of Alice’s Restaurant and north of Bengie’s … Read more