The Latest News and Insights from Old Line
Celebrating our 5+1 Anniversary
Six years ago, George Nemphos and Tim Braue launched Nemphos Braue and Old Line Government Affairs. In honor of this special occasion, we’re hosting a very special 5+1 Anniversary Event!
Taco Thursday at MACo: Photos
We had an amazing turnout for our MACo dinner reception. Check out the photos!
Old Line to Host Reception at MACo
Join us for a Taco Thursday dinner reception at MACo in Ocean City!
Photos: NLWL Event at NCSL in Denver
Members of the National League of Women Lobbyists (NLWL) and their guests enjoyed a fabulous kick-off to the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) in Denver.
Maryland Primary Election Results
We’ve compiled results and news coverage from Maryland’s Primary Election, and will continue to track updates as mail-in votes are tabulated.
Early Voting Underway Leading up to Primary Election
An overview and recent news coverage of Maryland’s Primary Election with early voting now underway.
Bills Going Into Law Without Hogan’s Signature
Nearly 300 additional bills will go into law without Governor Hogan’s signature, and 18 measures have been vetoed.
Lobbyists Secure Even More Funding for Goodwill
Old Line secured additional funding for Goodwill through legislation recently signed by Governor Hogan, adding to financial support secured through the Executive Branch.
Lobbying Results in Success for Healthcare Distribution Alliance
Great news for Old Line client HDA! Legislation amending reporting requirements for PSAOs was recently signed by Governor Hogan.
Hogan Signs 140 More Bills Into Law
Included in this set of legislation is a $4 billion capital budget and additional funding for Old Line’s client Goodwill.
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.
