Blue State Legislature Playbook I believe, as an elected official in a “Blue State,” I need to do everything in my power to fight the brutal and corrupt policies of the current federal administration.  Blue States (where Democrats hold majority power) have received special ire from Trump and his enablers and our residents are suffering.  We can and must DO MORE to protect our residents, to hold ICE accountable for their cruel, immoral, and illegal activity, and to combat Fede

It normally takes a few weeks for things to heat up legislatively in the General Assembly.  The times we are living in, however, are anything but normal.  Two issues–immigration and Congressional redistricting–have already seen quick action.  Immigration The General Assembly just passed legislation to bar local law enforcement agencies from entering into 287(g) agreements—or any similar contracts—that deputize local officers to perform the work of federal immigration agents.

Maryland’s 90-day legislative session began last Wednesday. With the swearing-in of Speaker Joseline Pena-Melnyk and other significant changes to the House leadership, I am looking forward to all the ways we will improve the lives of Marylanders.  Advocating for Clean Energy I got straight to work on Opening Day by speaking at a rally with fellow legislators and advocates to build support for my Affordable Solar Act .   Solar energy is the fastest and most cost-effective way

My New Role:  Vice Chair of the Economic Matters Committee Speaker Joseline Pena-Melnyk has put her stamp on the Maryland House of Delegates with   new leadership assignments .  I am deeply honored to have been named the Vice Chair of the Economic Matters Committee.   My 2026 Bills This year’s legislative session begins on January 14th.  I will be introducing 17 bills on a wide range of issues.  Linked below are brief fact sheets for most of my bills.  In the coming weeks, I