With Washington at a standstill, Prince George’s County leaders are stepping up to shield residents from the immediate fallout of the federal shutdown.
With the federal government officially shut down, Prince George’s County leaders are moving quickly to support residents caught in the fallout.
County Executive Aisha Braveboy has directed personnel to deploy resources and coordinate with the County Council, the Moore–Miller Administration, and Maryland’s congressional delegation.
The County is focusing on residents who are most at risk — including those relying on healthcare services, food assistance, energy aid, disability services, and emergency support.
“We can’t know what the future holds in Congress, but we can identify both government and community resources and be at the ready to meet the needs of the people of Prince George’s County,” County Executive Braveboy said. “We’re working with our County and State Legislature, with the Governor’s Office, and with our federal delegation to protect Prince Georgians.”
Residents can access resources through the County’s federal shutdown webpage, by calling 2-1-1 for community support, or 9-8-8 for mental health assistance.
Council Chair Edward Burroughs emphasized that the County Council remains united with the executive branch and state and federal partners to ensure that services continue uninterrupted.
“I want to assure Prince Georgians that the County government will remain steadfast in our commitment to ensuring residents have the services and resources they depend on. The County Council stands united with County Executive Braveboy as well as Maryland state and federal leaders as we navigate these challenging times.”
As previously reported on Conduit Street, MACo has covered the far-reaching consequences of shutdowns for Maryland, where federal jobs and contracts form the backbone of many county economies. The response in Prince George’s underscores that the first impacts often land where residents turn for daily needs — healthcare, food, and emergency assistance.
Stay tuned to Conduit Street for more information.
