From Sen. Robert Cassilly: I thank Governor Hogan for following through on his campaign promise to bring jobs back to Maryland. His announcement today of the creation of the Governor’s Regulatory Reform Commission, comprised of a diverse group of business leaders, is a giant step towards a top-to-bottom reform of Maryland’s burdensome regulatory climate. I […]
Harford County Board of Education Appointees Released by Governor’s Office
From Harford County Public Schools: The Governor’s office today announced that the following individuals have been appointed to the Board of Education of Harford County: – Joseph A. Hau – Laura S. Runyeon – Alfred L. Williamson These new appointees will join the Board of Education of Harford County, effective July 1: – Jansen M. […]
State Leaders React to Gov. Hogan Cancer Announcement
From the office of U.S. Sen. Barbara Mikulski: WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Barbara A. Mikulski (D-Md.) today issued the following statement on Governor Hogan’s announcement: I was stunned and saddened to learn about Governor Hogan’s illness. My thoughts and prayers are with him and his loved ones. I join the people of Maryland in wishing […]
State Senate GOP Defend Gov. Hogan Toll Reduction Plan; Toll Increases Under Gov. O’Malley Deemed “Excessive”
From the Senate Minority Office: At the request of Democratic legislators who opposed the move, members of the Senate Budget & Taxation Committee and the Senate Finance Committee gathered together at a joint hearing in their committee room Tuesday morning to question Secretary of Transportation Pete Rahn and Bruce Gartner, the Executive Director of the […]
Maryland Watch: 1st Term Martin O’Malley vs 2nd Term Martin O’Malley
Martin O’Malley criticized Hillary Clinton for “finally” coming around on gay marriage and saying that “leadership is about making the right decision, and the best decision before sometimes it becomes entirely popular.” On illegal immigration he told Politico that “I’ve never hesitated on these issues even when some would say it was politically risky.” And […]
Gov. Hogan Rolls Back Tolls Statewide; Hatem Memorial Bridge and JFK Memorial Highway Tolls Reduced Effective July 1
From the Maryland Transportation Authority: Governor Larry Hogan today delivered on his promise to roll back Maryland’s high toll rates and put money back in the pockets of hard-working Maryland families and businesses. From the Bay and Hatem bridges to the Harbor Crossings, the Intercounty Connector (ICC), and the new I-95 Express Toll Lanes (ETL), […]
Sen. Jennings: “Governor Hogan Proved it is Possible to Balance the Budget Without Imposing a Heavier Tax and Fee Burden”
From state Sen. J.B. Jennings: End of Session Wrap-up The 2015 session of the Maryland General Assembly was gaveled to a close at midnight on Monday. I wanted to follow-up with you and let you know how many of the big issues this session were resolved. State Budget Initially, the Maryland Senate unanimously approved, with […]
Maryland Watch: Why Martin O’Malley Can’t Win – Black People Edition
Martin O’Malley is running for President and with the latest Hillary Clinton stumble, many Democrats are finally giving him a first look, since – despite months of campaigning hard – he was still polling at zero. But along with the latest twitter hashtag #askaMarylanderaboutOMalley, I thought I would give you my thoughts on why Martin […]
