A compilation of Issue Papers previews major fiscal and policy issues facing the General Assembly in the year ahead. This resource is a handy guide to the top issues your legislators will…
MACo Legislative Director Kevin Kinnally testified before the Senate Budget and Taxation Committee in support of SB 115 - Law Enforcement Officers’ Pension System - Benefits with amendments. This bill would increase…
The latest report from the Board of Revenue Estimates (BRE) paints a stark picture for Maryland’s fiscal outlook, with declining tax revenues and looming federal cutbacks casting a long shadow…
As budget debates heat up in both Washington and Annapolis, one troubling pattern has emerged: cost-shifting. When federal and state leaders avoid tough fiscal decisions, the burden often "hot potatoes"…
Anne Arundel provides free Chromebooks to residents in need. Distribution events are scheduled at each of the library’s 16 locations now through June, 2024 County Executive Steuart Pittman and the…
This week, Carroll County announced that all three major credit rating agencies reaffirmed the County’s AAA bond rating, the highest possible rating. The ratings — issued by Fitch, Moody’s, and…
MACo's dynamic policy team advocates for county needs and interests in Annapolis and serve as experts on specific county-related policy topics. Interested in joining our team? Apply by May 17.…
With the last ten days of the 2025 legislative session, county leaders still are watching for final outcomes on multiple major issues. We recap here, with links, and what we're…
