Senator Cory V. McCray reflects on the progress made in 2024 and the challenges faced, while emphasizing the importance of good governance and the need to continue to build stronger foundations for a brighter future.
Category: Maryland Government
Posted inMaryland Government
PRESS ROOM: Resumes now being accepted for the 41st Legislative District vacancy in the Maryland Senate
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has appointed Senator Jill P. Carter to serve on the Maryland State Board of Contract Appeals, leaving her seat on the Maryland Senate vacant, and the Baltimore City Democratic State Central Committee is now accepting resumes to fill the Senate vacancy.
Posted inMaryland Government
Prince County Council Member-at-Large Calvin S. Hawkins announces campaign for Prince George’s County Executive
Prince George’s County Council Member-at-large Calvin S. Hawkins II has formally announced his candidacy for Prince George’s County Executive, outlining his vision for the future and his experience in public service.
Posted inPolitics
The case for a presidential pardon for Marilyn Mosby
President Biden is urged to grant Marilyn Mosby a presidential pardon to ensure that the principles of fairness and equality under the law remain intact, as her prosecution has raised serious questions about selective prosecution and political retribution.
Posted inPrince George's County News
Tara H. Jackson, Prince George’s’ interim executive, outlines roadmap for immediate future
Tara H. Jackson has been appointed as acting executive for Prince George’s County, where she will focus on maintaining stability and preparing for the FBI headquarters, while also negotiating with the Washington Commanders and dealing with the potential threat from the incoming Trump administration.
Posted inBaltimore News
Mfume, Cardin and Van Hollen bill to rename post office in honor of Elijah Cummings passed by U.S. House of Representatives
Congressman Kweisi Mfume has introduced legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives to rename a Baltimore post office in honor of the late Congressman Elijah Cummings, which has passed the House and now awaits Senate approval.
Posted inMaryland Government
Maryland Democrats prepare for 47th presidency
Maryland leaders are expressing confidence in their ability to push back on the incoming Trump White House’s policies, while preparing for potential disagreements on immigration, the Affordable Care Act, and funding, with the state hiring a consultant to help prepare for the second Trump term.
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Ivey temporarily retains Prince George’s County Council Chair post
Prince George’s County Council Chair Jolene Ivey remains in her position for the 2025 legislative year, while Edward Burroughs III was elected Vice Chair, as the Council faces tough budget decisions due to the elimination of COVID-19 funding.
Posted inBaltimore News
Proposed legislation could limit non-safety related traffic stops
Maryland’s Office of the Public Defender is proposing a new policy to enhance safety during traffic stops, which would treat non-safety related offenses as secondary violations, in an effort to reduce racial disparities in policing.
Posted inPrince George's County News
Senator-elect Angela Alsobrooks resigns as Prince George’s county executive
Angela Alsobrooks has resigned from her position as county executive of Prince George’s County, MD, to prepare for her role as Maryland’s first Black woman senator, while Tara H. Jackson steps in as acting county executive.
Posted inMaryland News
How to become MBE certified in Maryland and use the virtual procurement system
The Governor’s Minority and Small Business Outreach Summit provided tips on how to find success in the Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) Program, including eligibility requirements, personal net worth cap, and the eMMA system for state solicitations.
Posted inBUSINESS
Business Over Breakfast: Addressing Maryland’s procurement landscape for minority and veteran businesses
The Maryland Black Caucus Foundation hosted its 29th annual Legislative Weekend to discuss top issues for state lawmakers, including increasing minority, veteran and women business participation in the state’s procurement and contracting ecosystem.