Newsmakers Interview

I recently joined Comcast Newsmakers to discuss some of the bills I have introduced during the current legislative session.  You can watch the interview here.

As always, you can always keep up with what I am doing by following me at @mkorman on Twitter or clicking "Like" on Delegate Marc Korman on Facebook.

Legislative News

One piece of legislation has already been signed by the Governor this legislative session, the Rape Survivor Family Protection Act.  The bill allows for the termination of the parental rights of rapists and has been a long time coming in Maryland.
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Not surprisingly, I have heard from many constituents about firearm-related legislation in the aftermath of the events in Parkland, Florida.  I always remind constituents who ask about this issue that we have relatively strong firearm laws in Maryland already, specifically thanks to then-Senator Brian Frosh's 2013 legislation, and that we need federal action.  That said, there is more we can do in Maryland.  I am a co-sponsor of legislation eliminating our civilian handgun permit review board in favor of a judicial process (HB 819) and a ban on bump stocks which were used in the Las Vegas shooting (HB 888).  I also support legislation closing a loophole on firearms transfers and many other important provisions to strengthen our state's laws.
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A piece of legislation that originated from knocking on a constituent's door in 2015 had its hearing last week.  The Maryland Pension Climate Change Risk Act would require the state pension fund to factor in the physical and regulatory risks of climate change in our long-term investments.  I am pleased that after significant work, our state pension's Board of Trustees agreed to support the legislation.

Administration News

The State Treasurer recently announced the good news that Maryland has once again earned AAA status from the three major bond rating agencies.  Although not perfect, these bond ratings do help Maryland pay less in interest on our state construction programs.  You can read the agency reports on the Treasurer's website.

Campaign News

The District 16 Team (Senator Susan Lee, Delegate Ariana Kelly, and I) have held several in our series of meet and greets so far.  The remaining schedule is below.  Please join us at one of these meet and greets to discuss the issues that matter to you as we look towards the 2018 election.  Email [email protected] for further information.
MARCH 4—Parkston Road (Westbard) hosted by Mike Beland
APRIL 23—Glenbrook Road (Edgemoor, Battery Park) hosted by Nancy Greenspan
APRIL 24—New London Drive (Potomac) hosted by Tazeen Ahmad
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Interested in helping my campaign talk to voters?  We will be holding group canvasses onSaturday, March 3 and Saturday, March 17 at noon.  If you would like to help, please email [email protected].

Community News

• Congratulations to Ruwan Salgado, Mary Ward, Edward Rich, Abbe Milstein, and Michael Krauthamer on their re-appointment to the White Flint Implementation Advisory Committee.
• District 16 constituent Mike Mitchell is part of a photography show at the Hill Center Galleries from March 1 to April 19.  You can read more about the show here: https://www.hillcenterdc.org/galleries/.

Community Events

• The Bethesda Chevy Chase Democratic Breakfast Club will be hosting Susie Turnbull on March 1 at 7:30am.  Susie is running for Lieutenant Governor on a ticket with Ben Jealous.  The event will be held at the Original Pancake House in Bethesda.
• On March 1, Senator Chris Van Hollen and Attorney General Frosh are hosting a Consumer Protection Forum.  The event will be held at BCC High School at6:30pm.
• The Bethesda Urban Partnership (BUP) will host the Bernard/Ebb Songwriting Awards on Friday, March 2 at the Bethesda Blues and Jazz Club.  More information is available at BUP's website.
• The Walter Johnson High School used book sale will be held on Saturday, March 3 (9am-4pm) and Sunday, March 4 (9am-3pm).
• On Thursday, March 8th, the Montgomery County Department of Transportation will be holding a meeting on pedestrian and bicycle improvements on Goldsboro Road.  The event will be held at Walt Whitman High School.
• The BCC High School used book sale will be held on Saturday, March 10 (10am-5pm) and Sunday, March 11 (10am-3pm).  More information is available online.
• On Sunday, March 18 from 1pm to 5pm, the Bethesda-Chevy Chase Rescue Squad Alumni Association will be holding an All-You-Can-Eat Shrimp and Oyster Feast Fundraiser.  Visit www.bccrs.org for more information.
• The Bethesda Urban Partnership (BUP) will host the annual Bethesda Film Festival on April 6 and April 7 from 6pm to 8:30pm at Imagination Stage.  More information is available at BUP's website.

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​If you know of a District 16 resident who merits recognition or condolences or an upcoming event, please email [email protected]