Maryland State Wire

Rep. Glenn Ivey, who represents Maryland’s 4th district in the U.S. Congress, highlighted ongoing concerns about food access and equity in Prince George’s County through a series of posts on August 5, 2025.

In one post, Ivey wrote, "Many areas in PG County remain underserved: studies show that more than half of food outlets in affected areas are 'food swamps'—fast food, liquor stores and convenience stores—not healthy grocery access. (3/5)" (August 5, 2025).

He continued by emphasizing the disproportionate impact on certain communities: "This isn’t just about stress—it’s about equity. These communities are disproportionately Black and low-income, and even as one of the nation's wealthiest majority-Black counties, grocery access still lags. (4/5)" (August 5, 2025).

Addressing broader implications, Ivey added: "Grocery stress is national. But for neighborhoods in Prince George’s County, that stress is compounded by lack of access. Building local grocers and supporting policy change isn’t just helpful—it’s lifesaving. (5/5) #FoodDeserts #FoodEquity" (August 5, 2025).

Ivey has served as a member of the U.S. Congress representing Maryland's 4th District since 2023 after replacing Anthony Brown and previously held office in the Maryland House of Representatives. He was born in Chelsea, Massachusetts in 1961 and currently resides in Cheverly at age 62. His educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts from Princeton University earned in 1983 and a Juris Doctor from Harvard Law School completed in 1986.