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Opioid Deaths Spur Push for Kids to Carry Naloxone
Currently, a disparate and ambiguous set of district-level policies has created confusion on the role students may play in preventing opioid deaths among their peers. But a bill before the Maryland General Assembly aims to provide a clear and uniform set of standards.
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Lawmakers Work Toward Solution on Juvenile Justice
Sen. Will Smith, D-Montgomery County, said that lawmakers will “do whatever makes sense to ensure that, obviously, our youth have the supports to succeed and public safety is upheld.”
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Councilmembers Vote to Loosen Parking Requirements Near Public Transit Stations
The Montgomery County Council voted on a bill Tuesday that would eliminate parking requirements for newly constructed residential developments near public transit stations.
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Silver Spring Recreation and Aquatic Center Opens to Serve the Community
The long-awaited Silver Spring Recreation and Aquatic Center held its opening ceremony on Saturday and featured remarks from Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich and County Council President Andrew Friedson, among others.
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Renters Alliance Hosts Councilmember Kate Stewart, Discusses Pending Legislation
Montgomery Council Vice President Kate Stewart discussed upcoming legislation aimed at protecting renters on Wednesday evening at the Montgomery County Renters Alliance Town Hall.
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County Councilmembers Discuss Bills That Address Housing, Safety
Council Vice President Kate Stewart highlighted three new bills during the Silver Spring Citizens Advisory Board meeting Monday evening, which separately aim to address affordable housing, tenant protections and late-night business hours.