April 24, 2026
The Maryland Association of Counties recapped outcomes from the state's latest legislative session focused on budget gaps and county priorities. Lawmakers addressed fiscal challenges while advancing legislation affecting public safety, housing policy changes and more.
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April 23, 2026
The Maryland Association of Counties summarized its involvement in planning and zoning legislation during the state's recent General Assembly session. Key bills affecting housing, energy policy, land use near transit areas, short-term rental safety standards, farm breweries regulation, critical area management changes—and many others—were discussed or amended with input from county officials.
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April 21, 2026
The Conduit Street Podcast has released a new episode summarizing Maryland's 2026 legislative session after Sine Die. Listeners can catch up on key developments and are encouraged to follow future episodes for ongoing updates.
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April 21, 2026
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore will open Maryland's first veterinary medicine program by summer 2027. This move aims to keep future veterinarians in-state and increase diversity within the field.
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April 21, 2026
The Maryland Association of Counties summarized its advocacy efforts during the state's latest legislative session. Several proposed changes affecting local business regulation were debated but ultimately did not pass.
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April 21, 2026
The Maryland Association of Counties summarized its advocacy during Maryland's recent legislative session. The group highlighted opposition to several bills affecting local governance while supporting changes in wildlife management laws.
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April 21, 2026
The Maryland Association of Counties reviewed key procurement legislation from the state's recent legislative session. Several bills affecting county contracting practices were debated or enacted. MACo outlined its positions on measures related to energy contracts, apprenticeship rules, prompt payments, and reporting requirements.
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April 21, 2026
The Maryland Association of Counties summarized outcomes from the state's 2026 legislative session regarding budget policies impacting local governments. Key decisions included maintaining certain grants for counties while partially shifting some pension costs.
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April 21, 2026
The National Association of Counties has extended its Achievement Awards application deadline to April 15. The program recognizes innovative county government initiatives across multiple categories. Winners will be honored at the annual conference in July.
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April 21, 2026
The Maryland Association of Counties has summarized key outcomes from the state's latest legislative session affecting school facilities policy. Several major bills impacting county responsibilities saw varied results as some passed with amendments while others did not advance.
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