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Maryland Freedom Caucus Tax Rally 20250319

Maryland Freedom Caucus hosts Tax Revolt Rally, calls for immediate action against proposed tax hikes

Posted on March 20, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—The Maryland Freedom Caucus gathered with citizens, legislators, and media for the Tax Revolt Rally on March 19, 2025 at Lawyers’ Mall in Annapolis. The rally showcased the concern Marylanders have about what the Maryland Freedom Caucus calls “the state’s reckless tax-and-spend policies and their determination to fight back.” “The energy tonight was incredible. The people who came out […]

Maryland Freedom Caucus to hold rally in Annapolis to oppose propsed tax hikes

Posted on March 17, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—The Maryland Freedom Caucus is calling on all Marylanders to join them for a Tax Revolt Rally and Day of Action on March 19, 2025, at Lawyers’ Mall in Annapolis and take a stand against the onslaught of tax increases being proposed in the General Assembly this year. “No Marylander will be untouched by the sheer number of tax […]

SPRING FORWARD: Daylight Saving Time 2025 begins on Sunday morning

Posted on March 7, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—It’s almost time to spring forward. Daylight Saving Time begins on Sunday, March 9, 2025 at 2:00 a.m. At this time, clocks “spring forward” one hour, giving us more daylight on warm summer evenings (and we also lose an hour of sleep on Saturday night). Daylight Saving Time (DST) in most of the United States starts on the second […]

Senator J.B. Jennings proposes legislation to enhance flexibility, alter provisions of reserve funds

Posted on February 20, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Senator J.B. Jennings introduced Senate Bill 787 – Cooperative Housing Corporations and Condominiums- Funding of Reserve Accounts and Timing of Reserve Studies, a measure aimed at enhancing the financial planning flexibility of cooperative housing corporations and residential condominiums in Maryland. The bill aims to update existing laws governing reserve studies and funding requirements, ensuring a more balanced approach to […]

Councilman Marks: State solar legislation takes away local input

Posted on February 20, 2025 by News Desk

The following is an op-ed piece from Councilman David Marks. In Maryland, like everywhere throughout the country, local governments obtain their authority from the state government. This is known as Dillon’s Rule, and it means that the Maryland General Assembly can pass laws that preempt the counties. Sometimes it might be warranted, but at other times, it is legislative overreach. […]

Maryland considers sugary drink tax

Posted on February 20, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Maryland lawmakers are considering a new tax on sugary drinks that would raise nearly $500 million annually, potentially making it the first state to impose a $0.02-per-ounce tax on sweetened beverages. The proposed legislation, House Bill 1469, dubbed the “For our Kids Act,” aims to fund free school meals, child care subsidies, and the state’s general fund. The bill, […]

Maryland Freedom Caucus Lower Electric Bills Now 20250213

Maryland Freedom Caucus launches ‘Lower Electric Bills Now’ energy platform

Posted on February 13, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—The Maryland Freedom Caucus on Thursday unveiled its new “Lower Electric Bills Now” energy platform, aimed at reversing state policies that have led to skyrocketing utility costs for Maryland families. The Caucus, joined by Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (R-MD), called on the Maryland General Assembly and Governor Wes Moore to take immediate action to restore energy independence, eliminate unfair […]

Maryland Citizens for the Arts’ Executive Director: Gov. Moore’s budget cuts ‘unacceptable’

Posted on February 12, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Executive Director of Maryland Citizens for the Arts is slamming Governor Wes Moore’s proposed FY 2026 budget cuts. In a recent blog post, Nicholas Cohen says Governor Moore’s proposals are “unacceptable” and could have “devastating consequences.” In Governor Moore’s initial Fiscal Year 2026 budget proposal, he recommended keeping level funding for the Maryland State Arts Council and fully […]

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