The Latest News and Insights from Old Line
Issue Papers for the 2022 Legislative Session
This year’s Issue Papers presented to the Maryland General Assembly feature 250 pages covering topics ranging from healthcare to business regulation.
Tax Credit Available for Investing in Technology Startups
Passed by the Maryland General Assembly, Governor Hogan signed a tax credit program into law earlier this year that benefits investors backing early-stage technology startups.
Special Session Underway in Maryland General Assembly
A special session of the Maryland General Assembly is currently underway, tackling select topics including redistricting ahead of the 2022 session, which convenes on January 12th.
Webinar: The Maryland Minority Business Enterprise Program
In this exclusive procurement-focused webinar, learn how minority-owned businesses can create additional revenue streams with the state of Maryland through the MBE program.
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: December 1, 2021
Governor Hogan’s press conference included updates regarding the omicron variant, as well as vaccine and booster stats.
Sherry Nickerson Joins Board of Directors for Starboard Society
Starboard Society is a Maryland non-profit organization dedicated to helping working Maryland families.
Sports Betting Approved for Five Casinos
The Maryland Sports Wagering Application Review Commission recently approved sports betting for five casinos in Maryland.
House Cannabis Referendum and Legalization Workgroup: Endocannabinoid System
What if you were told our bodies were built to break down and absorb cannabis? Dr. Patricia Frye presented details at a recent Maryland workgroup session.
Online with Old Line: Senator Justin Ready
A Carroll County native, Senator Justin Ready has always been interested in history, current events, and public policy.
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: October 25, 2021
New updates regarding COVID-19 vaccinations, boosters and availability for youth under age 12.
Online with Old Line: Delegate Carl Anderton
Delegate Carl Anderton is nothing if not charismatic, and uses his charisma and experience to advocate for District 38B, Wicomico County.
Online with Old Line: Delegate Chris Adams
A fifth-generation Marylander, Delegate Chris Adams is proud of his roots on the Eastern Shore.
Online with Old Line: Senator Addie Eckardt
Senator Addie Eckardt is known for many things — her passion, her drive, and the color pink.
Cannabis Workgroup – Important Takeaways and National Perspective
As of now, 18 states, 2 territories and DC have legalized small amounts of cannabis for recreational use. Maryland lawmakers are looking at all of those states for perspective and lessons learned.
Online with Old Line: Delegate Pamela Queen
A longtime resident of Montgomery County, Delegate Pamela Queen was raised by her maternal grandparents, and says that that experience shaped the policy she aims to implement in Annapolis.
Online with Old Line: Delegate Anne Kaiser
Growing up in Montgomery County, Delegate Anne Kaiser says she always knew she wanted to get into the political sphere.
Online with Old Line: Delegate Terri Hill
A practicing plastic surgeon, Delegate Terri Hill has been guiding people through healing for nearly 30 years.
Online with Old Line: Delegate Mike Griffith
Delegate Mike Griffith grew up in Aberdeen in foster care, and says he finds his experience helpful in relating to issues and policies that come across his desk.
Online with Old Line: Delegate Harry Bhandari
Getting into politics at the age of 15, Delegate Bhandari was advocating for others even before he came to the United States from Nepal.
Online with Old Line: Delegate Kathy Szeliga
A former educator, small business owner, wife, mom, and grandmother, Delegate Szeliga says she ran for office because there “weren’t enough lawmakers that had practical backgrounds.”
Cannabis Workgroup – Issues and Timing
With an eye towards equity, the House Cannabis Referendum and Legalization Workgroup will study issues related to legalization.
Online with Old Line: Delegate Pat Young
With a deep-seated understanding of Baltimore County’s people and policy issues, Delegate Young was initially inspired to run for office by his past as a veteran and as an advocate for his community.
Online with Old Line: Delegate Michele Guyton
A developmental psychologist by trade, Delegate Michele Guyton is a busy lady, focusing her efforts on education, psychology and “supporting those who don’t always have the loudest voice.”
Bayside with Old Line in Ocean City
The sun setting. Seagulls cawing in the background. Drinks flowing. Good conversation and greater company. Thank you to our sponsors and to all those who joined us for Bayside with Old Line!
Online with Old Line: Senator Will Smith
Representing the district where he was born and raised, Senator Smith is proud to represent the “vibrant” and “evolving” District 20 in Montgomery County.
Online with Old Line: Delegate Emily Shetty
Despite being born and raised in the South, Delegate Emily Shetty says that she loves the active district she represents as that’s what makes her job so interesting.
Online with Old Line: Senator Jeff Waldstreicher
Saying he got into politics “by accident,” Senator Waldstreicher saw an opportunity and took it when he was elected into a vacant seat.
Vanguard Profiles Old Line Client Carmine D’Alessandro of Chesapeake Employers’ Insurance
From weathering the opioid crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic to the transformation from state agency to nonprofit, D’Alessandro shares details of the challenging times he’s faced, his long-tenured and expansive career, and the balancing act it takes to keep it all on track.
Online with Old Line: Senator Melony Griffith
A graduate of Howard University and a social worker by training, Senator Griffith represents the central and southern areas of Prince George’s County.
School Updates From Recent Legislative Committee Meeting
With students headed back to school, leaders provided updates at the recent Joint Appropriations and House Ways and Means Committee meeting.
