The following article was submitted by Fifth District Baltimore County Councilman David Marks as he outlines his priorities for 2026 As Councilman, my priority is always to deliver effective constituent service, support safe communities and schools, and look for ways to reform and streamline government. There are other initiatives, however, that we will be pursuing … Read more
The following article was submitted by Sixth District Delegate Robin Grammer about regarding public benefit fraud and abuse in Maryland. Medicare, Medicaid, SNAP, and other social welfare programs exist to give our society’s most vulnerable assistance to get back on their feet. Recently, however, Maryland’s social programs have been inundated by rampant fraud and abuse, … Read more
The following article was submitted by Sixth District Delegate Bob Long about his prioritiess for the upcoming 2026 Legislative Session in Annapolis On January 3, 2026, I hosted a Pre-Session Breakfast, welcoming constituents to discuss the upcoming legislative term. There I discussed my legislative agenda and heard directly from the community regarding challenges facing … Read more
The following article has been submitted by Sixth District Delegate Bob Long about his Pre-Session Legislative Breakfast on Saturday. I wanted to remind everyone about my Pre-Session Legislative Breakfast on Saturday, January 3rd, 2026. There I will outline my legislation for the session, discuss the major challenges facing our district, and, most importantly, listen to … Read more
The following article was submitted by Sixth District Delegate Bob Long reflecting on the holiday season and preparing for the upcoming session As 2025 comes to an end and the holiday season begins, this is an important time to pause and spend time with our families. It’s also a good time to reflect with gratitude, … Read more
The following article was submitted by Sixth District Delegate Robin Grammer about the lack of free speech at Maryland colleges. The United States of America was founded upon an unwavering commitment to individual liberty and to the principle of free expression. The first amendment that our Founding Fathers made to the Constitution protected the right … Read more
The following article was submitted by Seventh District Senator J.B. Jennings recapping Tuesday’s Special Session Yesterday, the Maryland General Assembly (MGA) convened for a rare Special Session with two objectives: electing a new Speaker for the House of Delegates and voting on potential overrides of vetoes from the previous legislative session. Former Speaker of … Read more
Dundalk resident JD Urbach has filed to run for the new Baltimore County Councilmanic District 9. The Baltimore County Council voted to expand its districts from seven to nine for the 2026 Election. District 9 makes up the Dundalk, Rosedale and Edgemere portion of the old District 7. Urbach is a professional project manager who … Read more
The following article was submitted by Sixth District Delegate Robin Grammer about high taxes forcing Maryland residents out of the state. I received a call from a Dundalk resident who feared the implications of his property tax bill. He is retired and on a fixed income that forces him to choose which bills to pay … Read more
Fifth District Baltimore County Councilman David Marks looks back at all of the accomplishments for the area over the past 12 months. Here is his article: As 2025 winds down, it’s important to look back at the year that was. I appreciate my Council colleagues, residents, other elected officials, and all other stakeholders who supported … Read more
–photo courtesy of Katie Simbala- Nick Stewart, a Democratic candidate for Baltimore County Executive, has picked up key endorsements from three prominent Democrats. Stewart announced in Essex that he has received endorsements for his candidacy from former Baltimore County Executive Jim Smith, former Baltimore County Councilwoman Vicki Almond, and former Baltimore County Councilman Tom Quirk. … Read more
The following article was submitted by County Councilman David Marks about a connect from MD 43 to Earls Road in Middle River In 2023, as soon as I became Councilman for Middle River, I was forced to address a proposed Planned Unit Development at the Lafarge Quarry, one of the largest undeveloped sites in eastern … Read more
The following article was submitted by Sixth District Delegate Ric Metzgar about the upcoming session and his legislation for the 2026 session The 449th Session of the Maryland General Assembly begins its 90 Day Session of January 14, 2026 and ends on April 13, 2026. Delegate Metzgar has pre-filed seven (7) bills. Some bills are … Read more
The following article was submitted by District 7A Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga about the resignation of Maryland House of Delegates Speaker Adrienne Jones. Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki, representing Eastern Baltimore County, respond to the announcement that Speaker Jones is stepping down as Speaker of the Maryland House of Delegates. As members … Read more
The following article was submitted by Sixth District Delegate Bob Long about the delay and cost increase of the Key Bridge Rebuild. As the rebuilding of the Francis Scott Key Bridge moves forward, the moment demands one thing above all: unity. Now is the time for working together — not political sparring. I was very … Read more
The following article was submitted by County Councilman David Marks after the resignation of the resignation of Baltimore County Inspector General Kelly Madigan December 1st, Baltimore County Inspector General Kelly Madigan announced her resignation from the position she has held since the office was created in 2019. Ms. Madigan will assume the Inspector General position … Read more
The following article was submitted by Delegate Bob Long about Maryland’s projected $1.4 billion cash shortfall for Fiscal Year 2027. Last week the Department of Legislative Services announced Maryland is now projected to face a $1.4 billion cash shortfall in fiscal year 2027. My Republican colleagues and I have been warning about the looming deficit … Read more
Senator Carl Jackson (District 8) and Delegate Ryan Nawrocki (District 7A) held a bipartisan press conference on Thursday to announce they submitted legislation for the 2026 Maryland General Assembly session aimed at enhancing accountability and transparency within Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). According to a press release, this legislation responds directly to a resolution passed … Read more
–file photo- All state representatives from Legisative District 6 have filed for reelection. State Sen. Johnny Ray Salling filed for reelection on Oct. 27. Del. Ric Metzgar also filed on Oct. 27, Del. Bob Long filed for reelection on Nov. 10 and Robin Grammer filed a few days later on Nov. 13. The four Republicans … Read more
The following release was submitted by Senator Carl Jackson and Delegate Ryan Nawrocki about bipartisan legislation expanding inspector general oversight of Baltimore County Public Schools (Senator Carl Jackson (District 8) and Delegate Ryan Nawrocki (District 7A) will hold a bipartisan press conference to announce legislation submitted for the 2026 Maryland General Assembly session to strengthen … Read more
The following article was submitted by Sixth District Delegate Bob Long about the possibility of redistricting and gerrymandering in Maryland Just when you thought gerrymandering couldn’t get any worse in Maryland, Governor Wes Moore wants to take it to the next level. We just completed redistricting in 2022 and don’t need to update the maps … Read more