From the office of Del. J.B. Jennings: Delegate J.B. Jennings (R-7th Legislative District) is pleased to announce that he has re-introduced legislation to the Maryland General Assembly that would reduce the state’s sales tax from 6% to 5%. During the ‘2007’ Special Session, the Maryland General Assembly voted to increase the state’s sales tax from […]
Del. Impallaria: 2010 Survey Results
From the office of Del. Rick Impallaria: We received 804 responses out of 4454 sent, an 18% response rate, which is excellent. Thanks to all who responded. 1. Do you believe there should be term limits for elected officials? Yes 92.6% No 7.4% 2. If the gubernatorial election were today, would you support Governor O’Malley? […]
Del. James: “Petition Your Government” Town Hall Meeting on March 31
From the office of Del. Mary-Dulany James: I had the pleasure last weekend of introducing bond bills for worthy projects in our community. The three projects are Nuttal Avenue Park in Edgewood, Citizens Care and Rehabilitation Center in Havre de Grace and the Lower Susquehanna Heritage Greenway in Perryville. I know that any State money […]
Del. James Introduces Legislation to Fast Track Projects and Create Jobs
From the office of Del. Mary-Dulany James: Annapolis, March 19, 2010- Delegate Mary-Dulany James has submitted a bill along with her colleague Delegate John Bohanan that would require the State Highway Administration and the Maryland Department of the Environment to put the permitting for certain projects on a fast track. The legislation would require the […]
Del. Jennings Opposes Legislation Giving Governor Powers Over National Guard Troops
From the office of Del. J.B. Jennings: House bill 1037 has been introduced to the State Legislature that would give the Governor the power and ability over the Federal Government as well as the President of the United States to request the return of National Guard Troops to the control of the State if the […]
Del. Impallaria: “I Believe I Will Be Voting Against the Budget Again This Year”
The following update was provided by Del. Rick Impallaira: Annapolis Update #4 – Legislation & State Budget – March 16, 2010 We have passed the halfway point of the General Assembly and at this time I have had bill hearings on all of the bills I introduced this session. The Harford County Tow Bill had […]
Del. James: “In These Times We Cannot Do Enough to Protect Our Children”
The following was sent to The Dagger on March 16 by Del. Mary-Dulaney James: Friends, I am proud to tell you that the House of Delegates moved forward seven bills today that crack down on sex offenders and protect our children and communities. As a sponsor of several of the bills and a fervent support […]
Del. McDonough: ” I Will Vote Against the Budget as a Symbolic Gesture of My Protest Against Their Reckless and Dishonest Fiscal Mismanagement”
From the office of Del. Pat McDonough: The 2010 session of the Maryland General Assembly has been moving at a snail’s pace. Taxpayers and others may jump for joy and shout, “Thank God!” However, the 800 pound gorilla that is still standing is the budget. The budget process is moving slowly because the Governor has […]
