The Latest News and Insights from Old Line
Good Tidings from Old Line Client Goodwill this Holiday Season
Goodwill supports numerous community-wide initiatives, including their Thanksgiving Dinner and Resource Fair.
Client Highlight: Excel Center Graduation
The tuition-free adult high school operated by Goodwill Industries of the Chesapeake recently celebrated its first graduating class.
MACo Summer Conference 2024 in Ocean City
Old Line hosted a welcome reception at MACo, which brings together 3,000 leaders from all levels of Maryland state government.
In Louisville for the National Conference of State Legislatures
Old Line’s team was on hand for the nation’s largest gathering of legislators and legislative staff.
New Laws Take Effect July 1 in Maryland
New laws impact ticket sales, indoor vaping, grants for tech startups, alcohol delivery and more.
Additional Bills Signed into Law for 2024
Nearly 350 bills were signed into law by Maryland Governor Wes Moore on May 16th, the final post-session bill-signing day.
Bills Signed Into Law by Governor Moore
Governor Wes Moore has now signed more than 400 bills into law following the 2024 Maryland legislative session.
2024 Legislative Session Wrap-Up
Sherry Nickerson highlights some of the bills that will be sent to Maryland Governor Wes Moore for his signature in the coming weeks.
Sine Die 2024
Legislators in the Maryland General Assembly have spent the final days working on The PORT Act and other final pieces of legislation.
Less than One Month to Go in Maryland Legislative Session
Late nights and a lockdown, fiery debates, and fish? The Maryland General Assembly is closing in on the end of its annual legislative session.
2024 Legislative Session Preview
The Moore administration and the Maryland General Assembly are facing some tough decisions on the budget, juvenile justice, education reform, and the environment.
A Look Ahead: 2024 Legislative Issues
The Department of Legislative Services outlined several topics likely to be addressed in the upcoming Maryland Legislative Session, including artificial intelligence, cannabis, and unused funding opportunities.
Wreaths Across America 2023
Nemphos Braue and Old Line Government Affairs were proud and honored to take part in the 2023 Wreaths Across America event at Dulaney Valley Memorial Gardens.
Supporting Business in Maryland
Old Line can address legislative, regulatory and procurement needs for any company looking to do business in or with the state of Maryland.
American Joe’s Bar Featured on WMAR
As the Baltimore Museum of Industry highlights The Neighborhood Corner Bar in a new exhibit, WMAR met up with American Joe and his brother to reminisce about their family bar.
Changes Coming to Maryland Legislature
With the departure of Senator Melony G. Griffith to become CEO of the Maryland Hospital Association, several changes are ahead for the Maryland General Assembly.
New Laws Now in Effect in Maryland
Passed by the Maryland General Assembly, new laws address firearms, child sexual abuse cases and more.
Goodwill Excel Center Set to Open Late September
Finishing touches are underway at Goodwill’s Excel Center, a tuition-free, public high school for adults, 21 years of age and older.
Summer Social at Bark Social
At our last Summer Social of the season, we were joined by many adorable furry friends.
Why We Chose the Old Line Name
Heralded for their heroism during the August 27, 1776 Battle of Long Island, it was the Maryland 400 that earned the “old line” moniker from George Washington.
At the MACo Summer Conference in Ocean City
The Old Line team enjoyed meeting with legislators, state and county government officials, clients, partners and new contacts during this year’s conference
At the NCSL Legislative Summit in Indy
Old Line recently attended the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) Legislative Summit in Indianapolis.
Summer Social Event Series Travels to Columbia
Old Line enjoyed a great evening at Hysteria Brewing in Howard County for its second Summer Social of the season.
Smooth Sailing with Delegates in Annapolis
Old Line’s Sherry Nickerson joined Delegates Shaneka Henson and Mark Chang to observe graduation day at Brendon Sailing.
Adult Recreational Cannabis Use Now Legal in Maryland
People age 21 and older can buy cannabis products from licensed dispensaries in Maryland as long as they show government-issued photo ID to prove their age.
Old Line’s Summer Social in Annapolis
We kicked off the season with a Summer Social in Annapolis – thanks to all who joined us!
New Laws Go Into Effect July 1
From cannabis to Title IX, from guns to education, many new laws are set to go into effect on July 1.
Old Line Client Goodwill Shares Details on its Excel Center Program
Goodwill Industries of the Chesapeake’s Excel Center received funding as a result of Old Line’s lobbying efforts.
Vetoes from Governor Moore
In his final actions addressing bills passed in the 2023 Legislative Session, Governor Wes Moore issued a handful of vetoes.
Hundreds More Bills Signed by Governor
Legislation has been signed on topics that include cannabis, healthcare, abortion, gun safety, a service-year program, volunteerism in the state, economic development, state elections, waste water systems, and more.
