The Latest News and Insights from Old Line
105 Additional Bills Signed Into Law
Bills signed by Governor Hogan cover topics ranging from cybersecurity and drug overdoses to student loans and solidarity with Ukraine.
Lobbyists Address Reporting Requirements for HDA
Old Line Government Affairs aided their client HDA by lobbying for legislation to clean up reporting requirements outlined in a 2020 bill.
Procurement Defense for Client’s Digital Vaccination Verification System
When a Maryland legislator filed a bill that potentially harmed a company’s ability to engage in business with the state, a call to Old Line’s lobbyists made a big difference.
100+ Bills Signed into Law by Governor Hogan
The bills address public safety, jobs, environmental stewardship and mental health resources, as well as the criminal justice system.
Advancing Legislation for Parent Advocate Group
Working with legislators and education and disability rights stakeholders, Old Line advanced a bill that had been stuck in committee for the past three Sessions.
Cannabis and 4/20: Details Behind the Date
Today is 4/20 – the ubiquitous cannabis holiday, also known as 420. But do you know how the day got its name?
Representing Green Industries in Annapolis
Our lobbyists helped client MAGI educate legislators regarding a leaf blower bill, successfully representing the association’s needs and its members in Annapolis.
Lobbyists Secure Funding for Goodwill
Old Line helped its client Goodwill Industries of the Chesapeake secure much needed funding for its innovative adult education program.
Maryland Legislative Maps Finalized
The Maryland Court of Appeals has rejected a challenge to recently re-drawn legislative maps, allowing new redistricting to take effect for the upcoming election.
Protecting a Client’s Interest in Salt Matters
Why lobbying works: Old Line ensured that a salt application bill did not interfere with their client’s interests.
Hogan Signs 79 Bills Into Law
Just hours after the close of the Maryland General Assembly’s 2022 Legislative Session, Governor Hogan signed 79 bills into law.
Climate Solutions Now & Impact on Architects
Old Line assisted their client the American Institute of Architects of Maryland (AIA) in advocating support of SB528, the Climate Solutions Now Act, which has been passed into law.
2022 Legislative Session Wrap-Up
Our experts provide an overview of the Maryland Legislature’s accomplishments during the 2022 Legislative Session.
Sine Die 2022
After 90 days of hard work, at midnight on April 11, 2022, Maryland legislators will gather and celebrate the last day of the current legislative session.
President Tim Braue Honored for Leadership in Law
At a ceremony held last week, Old Line’s President Tim Braue was honored for Leadership in Law by The Daily Record.
UPDATE: Assembly Overrides Governor’s Vetoes
Twenty-four hours after the Governor opted to veto several bills, the Maryland General Assembly met and voted to override many of them, allowing several new bills to go into law.
Vetoes and Bills Allowed to Become Law Ahead of Session’s End
Ten bills were vetoed on Friday, including the Abortion Care Access Act and the Time to Care Act. More than 25 bills were left unsigned and allowed to go into law, including the Climate Solutions Now Act of 202 and a ban on ghost guns.
New Congressional Map Approved by Governor
Maryland finally has an approved congressional map, leading up to the primary now scheduled for July 19.
The Founding of the Maryland Film Commission
In the late 1970s, American Joe had a hand in creating the Maryland Film Commission through the legislature, taking it from almost last to 8th in the country for motion picture and TV productions.
Constituent Perspective: Meeting the Famous American Joe
A lifelong Baltimore resident recalls a chance meeting with American Joe – and a connection made over a cowboy.
Press Release: Old Line Government Affairs Proudly Presents “American Joe Week”
Enjoy stories, anecdotes and unique highlights about Senior Government Affairs Director American Joe Miedusiewski.
American Joe is a Champ!
From the archives: Check out American Joe in this commercial from his campaign for Governor of Maryland.
American Joe Week: “Dear Bruce, thanks for the juice!”
Cheers to American Joe! In this installment of American Joe Week, find out why you may want to have some OJ in your glass.
Bill Clinton Visits American Joe’s Bar
American Joe’s Bar in Canton on a Sunday night in May was like melted ice cream — slow and sweet. A quiet, lazy evening in the city. Until the motorcade arrived.
Tax Relief for Maryland Retirees
$2 billion in tax relief, spread out over 5 years, will provide savings for retirees, small businesses, and low-income families in Maryland.
Cannabis: A Maryland Legislative Update
A comprehensive look at bills involving cannabis in the current legislative session: the volume of bills alone is a sign that cannabis is an issue in Maryland that is here to stay.
American Joe: From Aerial Militia to Annapolis
Before he ventured into the legislative world, American Joe was a member of the Maryland Air National Guard from 1969 to 1975.
Miedusiewski’s Maryland: The American Joe Story
This week, we’re proud to showcase one of Baltimore’s greatest and most beloved politicians through the eyes of the people who knew him best for a series we’re calling “American Joe Week.”
Judge Rejects Congressional Redistricting Plan for Maryland
BREAKING NEWS: A Maryland judge has rejected a proposed congressional redistricting plan and requested a new map by March 30th.
Relief at the Pump: Hogan Approves Emergency Gas Tax Suspension
Hoping to pay less at the gas pump? Maryland Governor Larry Hogan has signed an emergency measure to suspend the state’s gas tax.