On Thursday, the Montgomery County Council’s joint Public Safety (PS) and Health and Human Services (HHS) Committee will review proposed legislation aimed at preventing human trafficking at bodywork establishments and spas across the county. (more…)
MoCo Government
Montgomery County officials are encouraging residents enrolled in Medicare to review their health and prescription drug coverage before open enrollment ends on Monday, December 7. Changes made during this period will take effect January 1, 2027. (more…)
On Tuesday, October 27, Montgomery County officials submitted formal comments opposing proposed changes to the 2030 Census, warning that the rule could reduce federal funding for schools and public services while limiting demographic data. (more…)
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) is on track to plant a record 3,264 trees by the end of 2026, expanding its annual roadside tree planting program through a partnership with local nonprofit Casey Trees. (more…)
The Montgomery County Council unanimously approved Bill 8-26, known as the Anti-Algorithmic Price Fixing Act, on Tuesday, October 20, prohibiting the use of algorithms to coordinate rental prices and lease terms in the county. (more…)
Montgomery County Council committees will meet Monday, October 26, to discuss several issues, including the implementation of the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) FY2027 operating budget, proposed changes to the Wheaton Urban District boundaries, housing legislation, and public safety operations.
The Montgomery County Council is scheduled to vote on a resolution opposing proposed federal changes to the 2030 Census on Tuesday, October 27, followed by a press conference featuring County leaders. (more…)
The Montgomery County Council’s Audit Committee will meet on Friday, October 23, at 2:30 p.m. to review two Office of the Inspector General (OIG) investigations involving alleged misconduct by a Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) executive and an employee of the Office of the County Attorney. (more…)
On Tuesday, October 20, Montgomery County Councilmembers Kate Stewart, Kristin Mink and Evan Glass presented a proclamation recognizing International Pronouns Day, which was observed on Wednesday, October 21. (more…)
Montgomery County Councilmember Evan Glass introduced legislation on Tuesday, October 20, aimed at making it easier to build sidewalks and pedestrian pathways in residential neighborhoods. All 10 of his Council colleagues have joined as cosponsors. (more…)
The Montgomery County Council unanimously approved legislation on Tuesday, October 20, expanding survivor benefits for the families of additional public safety employees killed in the line of duty. (more…)