The segments below provide a brief overview of MACo’s work in the area of intergovernmental relations policy in the 2018 General Assembly. Follow links for more coverage on Conduit Street and MACo’s Legislative Database.…
Governor Larry Hogan today announced the Board of Public Works’ approval of a new Text to 9-1-1 technology for Maryland, helping to update 1960s-era emergency systems with life-saving technology. This…
Both county and municipal governments, still feeling the permanent effects of devastating cutbacks to state roadway funding, have made restoring Highway User Revenues a perennial legislative priority. HB 1569, introduced…
The [Kirwan] Commission on Innovation and Excellence in Education came to Annapolis this week with high expectations. After all, the Commission was set to put the final touches on its…
MACo to prioritize education, public health, implied preemption, and NG 9-1-1 in 2019 legislative session. MACo's Legislative Committee voted at their September 12, 2018 meeting to adopt the Association's four…
Next Generation 9-1-1 (NG911) issues are of top concern for county governments officials seeking to improve and enhance their handling of emergency calls from cell phone users. New technologies will…
MACo's Summer Conference on August 14-17 will draw 3,000+ participants - the main educational program has been announced, but we're also offering an additional series of presentations to help you…
The 9-1-1 Fee Integrity Act would prevent states from diverting funds meant for 9-1-1 services, $1 billion of which has been lost since 2009 Since 2009, about $1 billion in…
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