(ANNAPOLIS – September 25, 2024) — The Maryland State Board of Elections (SBE) today shared important voting information for the 2024 Presidential General Election, including the three ways to vote and important deadlines every Marylander should remember to ensure a successful voting experience. “With three ways to vote, I encourage every Marylander to have a plan for how and when they will cast their ballot,” said State Administrator Jared DeMarinis. “Be sure to remember Maryland’s registration and voting deadlines and contact SBE or your local board of elections  with questions you may have about Maryland’s election process.” Three Ways to…

(BALTIMORE – September 20, 2024) – Today is National Black Voter Day, dedicated to amplifying Black voters’ power. From crucial issues like student loan relief to lowering medical costs, our votes have shaped policy at the highest levels of government. This election, we’ve committed $20 million to educate and support Black voters so we can continue to have a say in our future. With 45 days until November 5, we must ensure every Black vote is counted. National Black Voter Day ensures we are informed, registered, and ready to VOTE. Here’s how you can prepare: Register to vote: If you’re…

Join Antonio Hayes, Marlon Amprey, Frank Conaway Jr., and Melissa R Wells for two important upcoming events: 📅 LBI Information Session 🗓 Wednesday, October 16th ⏰ 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM This session will provide key information on how to submit Legislative Bond Initiatives sponsored by our 40th District legislators. Have questions? We’ve got answers! Zoom Link: https://lnkd.in/e7-7GV2x _____________________________________________________________________ Join Antonio Hayes, Marlon Amprey, Frank Conaway Jr., and Melissa R Wells for two important upcoming events: 📅 LBI Information Session 🗓 Wednesday, October 16th ⏰ 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM This session will provide key information on how to submit…

(NEW CARROLLTON, MD – September 11, 2024) – Angela Alsobrooks earned the endorsement of the Actors’ Equity Association in her race to become Maryland’s next U.S. Senator. “Unions are the backbone of Maryland and America,” said Alsobrooks. “I am honored to have the endorsement of the Actors’ Equity Union. When elected to the Senate, I will fight for all unions and workers – just like the Actors’ Equity Association and the actors and stage managers they represent. Our workers deserve the right to organize, earn fair pay and benefits, and always be treated with dignity and respect.” “Angela Alsobrooks is a…

(ANNAPOLIS – September 11, 2024) – The 2024-2025 cohort includes more than 600 members—more than double the size of the inaugural cohort—including 500 Service Year Option members and 100 Maryland Corps members. Participants represent all 24 Maryland jurisdictions. “I’m a believer in the idea that the two most important days of our lives are the day we are born, and the day we find out why. 600 inspiring Marylanders raised their hand to serve and find their ‘why’ today, and we couldn’t be more proud,” said Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller. “As Governor Moore says, ‘Service will save us,’ and launching…

(WASHINGTON, DC – July 15, 2024) – Biden-Harris 2024 Chair Jen O’Malley Dillon released the following statement in response to Donald Trump naming J.D. Vance as his running mate: “Donald Trump picked J.D. Vance as his running mate because Vance will do what Mike Pence wouldn’t on January 6: bend over backwards to enable Trump and his extreme MAGA agenda, even if it means breaking the law and no matter the harm to the American people. “As Trump’s running mate, Vance will make it his mission to enact Trump’s Project 2025 agenda at the expense of American families. This is someone who…

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, U.S. Congressman Kweisi Mfume (D-MD) questioned Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael S. Regan regarding the ongoing coal dust contamination taking place in South Baltimore as a result of coal dust flying from railroad cars transporting millions of tons of coal through Curtis Bay. EPA Administrator Regan appeared before the U.S. House Committee on Oversight and Accountability, where Congressman Mfume serves as the Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Government Operations and the Federal Workforce. Specifically, Congressman Mfume asked Administrator Regan about a September 26, 2023, petition seeking to cover railroad cars with coal (“the Petition”). However, the EPA has…

(WASHINGTON, D.C. – July 11, 2024) – Today, Congressman Kweisi Mfume (D-MD-07) announced that he and Congressman Pete Sessions (R-TX-17) have introduced H.R. 8878, the Blind Americans Return to Work Act, which is bipartisan legislation that would allow blind Americans to achieve their full earnings potential. “There should not be any impairment or impediments that prevent blind and visually impaired individuals from achieving their professional dreams. This bipartisan legislation is crucial as it would correct a roadblock in current law that forces blind and visually impaired Americans to choose between their needed benefits and their own professional development. I want to thank my…

In Memory of our Fallen Brother (BALTIMORE – 2011) – In the wee hours of Saturday, May 29, 2010, Michael Vernon Dobson, Sr. traded his earthly battle with cancer for an eternal peace with God. I have chosen to remember and honor my good friend and brother with the following words that are born from discussions in which we would become engaged. Hard to believe it’s been a year already. I was almost a teenager before I realized who Mike was, and with fourteen years between his birth and mine, it would be hard to expect much more. Over the…

(ANNAPOLIS, MD – June 17, 2024)—Governor Wes Moore today signed a historic executive order pardoning 175,000 Maryland convictions related to the possession of cannabis, including convictions for misdemeanor possession of cannabis and certain convictions for misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia. The order represents the largest pardon for misdemeanor cannabis possession charges for any state in the country and the inclusion of paraphernalia makes Maryland the first state to take such action. “Maryland made history when we legalized cannabis by referendum. But we cannot celebrate the benefits of legalization while forgetting the consequences of criminalization. No Marylander should face barriers to housing, employment,…