Legislation
Senator Joanne C. Benson
- District
- 24
- County
- Prince George's
- Committee Assignment(s)
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Rules Committee (Chair)
Finance Committee
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Rules Committee (Chair)
- Annapolis Info
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214 James Senate Office Building
11 Bladen Street
Annapolis, MD 21401 -
Phone 410-841-3148 | 301-858-3148
Toll-free in MD 1-800-492-7122 ext. 3148
Fax 301-858-3149
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214 James Senate Office Building
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214 James Senate Office Building
11 Bladen Street
Annapolis, MD 21401 -
Phone 410-841-3148 | 301-858-3148
Fax 301-858-3149
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214 James Senate Office Building
- Contact
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joanne.benson@senate.state.md.us
- Party
- Democrat
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Title | Sponsorship Type | Sponsorship Type Sort | Chamber Sort | Current Status | Org Committees & Hearings | Opp Committees & Hearings |
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| SB0232 (HB0582) | Procurement - Prevailing Wage - Applicability | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 2/13 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| SB0386 (HB0058) | Cooperative Housing Corporations, Condominiums, and Homeowners Associations - Reserve Studies | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 2/04 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| SB0388 (HB1134) | Circuit Courts and District Court of Maryland Employees - Collective Bargaining | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 2/20 at 1:00 p.m. (Finance) |
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| SB0606 /CH0368 (HB0917/CH0367) | Criminal Law - Hate Crimes - Basis (2nd Lieutenant Richard Collins, III's Law) | Primary | 1 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 368 |
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| SB0607 /CH0253 (HB0557/CH0252) | Motor Scooter and Electric Low Speed Scooter Sharing Companies – Nonvisual Access | Primary | 1 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 253 |
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| SB0623 (HB1360) | Health Insurance - Out-of-Pocket Maximums and Cost-Sharing Requirements - Calculation | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 2/26 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| SB0624 (HB1140) | Health - Mobile Response and Stabilization System for Children and Families in Maryland - Study | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the House - First Reading Health and Government Operations |
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| SB0641 (HB1097) | Maryland Wage and Hour Law and Maryland Wage Payment and Collection Law – Revisions (Maryland Wage Protection Act) | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 2/27 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| SB0833 (HB1527) | Adult Protective Services - Vulnerable Adults Registry - Investigations and Records of Abuse and Neglect and Workgroup Study | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 3/04 at 12:00 p.m. |
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| SB0834 | Maryland Medical Assistance Program - Provision of Residential Service Agency Services | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the Senate - Withdrawn by Sponsor |
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| SB0951 | Criminal Law - Felony First-Degree Murder - Limitation and Resentencing Procedure | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 3/10 at 12:00 p.m. |
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| SB0952 (HB1359) | Health Insurance - Requirements for Establishing Step Therapy Protocol and Requesting Exceptions | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 2/26 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| SB0953 (HB1317) | Medical Cannabis - Dispensary Grower-Processor License | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 3/05 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| SB1024 (HB0938) | Home Energy Assistance - Critical Medical Needs Program - Power to the People Pilot Program | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the Senate - Second Reading Passed with Amendments |
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| SJ0006 | Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Order | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing canceled |
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| SB0124 /CH0104 (HB0196/CH0105) | Maryland Health Benefit Exchange – Assessment Applicability and State–Based Individual Market Health Insurance Subsidies | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 104 |
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| SB0131 /CH0534 | State Highways - Commercial Signs in Rights-of-Way - Penalties | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 534 |
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| SB0155 /CH0049 (HB0093/CH0048) | Consumer Protection - Mobile Home Purchasers | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 49 |
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| SB0161 /CH0022 (HB0005/CH0021) | Crimes - Hate Crimes - Use of an Item or a Symbol to Threaten or Intimidate | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 22 |
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| SB0207 /CH0109 (HB0206/CH0108) | Unaccompanied Minors in Need of Shelter and Supportive Services | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 109 |
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| SB0208 (HB0004) | Public Safety – Rifles and Shotguns – Sales, Rentals, and Transfers | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Vetoed by the Governor (Policy) |
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| SB0217 (HB0123/CH0067) | Labor and Employment - Wage History and Wage Range | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Favorable with Amendments Report by Economic Matters |
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| SB0229 (HB0292) | Toll Roads, Highways, and Bridges - County Government Consent Requirement - Expansion | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 1/29 at 2:45 p.m. |
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| SB0230 (HB0590) | Criminal Law - Sexual Crimes - Repeal of Spousal Defense | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 1/30 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| SB0231 /CH0129 (HB0246/CH0128) | Sexual Solicitation of a Minor - Solicitation Through Parent, Guardian, or Custodian - Prohibition and Penalties | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 129 |
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| SB0260 (HB0712) | Labor and Employment - Leave With Pay - Bereavement Leave (Family Bereavement Act) | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 2/13 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| SB0311 | Corporate Tax Fairness Act of 2020 | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 1/29 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| SB0313 (HB0209) | Plastics and Packaging Reduction Act | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Special Order until later today (Senator Ready) Adopted |
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| SB0324 | Veterans - Behavioral Health Services - Mental Health First Aid | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/17 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| SB0326 /CH0273 (HB0604/CH0272) | State Libraries - Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped and State Library Board - Alterations | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 273 |
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| SB0341 /CH0024 (HB0012/CH0023) | Department of Veterans Affairs - Homes for Veterans - Veterans of Uniformed Service | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 24 |
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| SB0349 (HB0708) | Property Tax Exemption - Disabled Veterans | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - First Reading Ways and Means |
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| SB0363 /CH0203 (HB0421/CH0202) | State Government - Open Meetings - Requirements and Application of Open Meetings Act (Maryland State Agency Transparency Act) | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 203 |
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| SB0372 (HB0568) | Election Law - Correctional Facilities - Voter Registration and Voting | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 3/05 at 1:00 p.m. (Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs) |
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| SB0400 (HB0417) | State Employment - Wage History and Wage Range | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 2/20 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| SB0425 /CH0184 (HB0365/CH0183) | Debt Collection - Exemptions From Attachment and Execution | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 184 |
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| SB0440 (HB1594) | Pharmacists - Aids for the Cessation of Tobacco Product Use | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - First Reading Health and Government Operations |
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| SB0441 /CH0173 (HB0332/CH0172) | Mental Health – Confidentiality of Medical Records and Emergency Facilities List | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 173 |
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| SB0442 /CH0553 (HB0313) | Minority Business Enterprise Program – Public–Private Partnerships, Offshore Wind Projects, and Video Lottery Terminals | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 553 |
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| SB0475 /CH0560 (HB0447) | Health Insurance - Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders - Coverage | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 560 |
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| SB0483 (HB0243) | Cemeteries - Perpetual Care - Distribution From Perpetual Care Trust Fund | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 3/12 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| SB0511 | Task Force on Oral Health in Maryland | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/17 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| SB0524 (HB1000) | Building Lifelong Library Learners Act | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Vetoed by the Governor (Policy) |
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| SB0530 /CH0117 (HB0231/CH0116) | Housing Opportunities Made Equal Act | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 117 |
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| SB0531 /CH0474 (HB1444/CH0473) | Discrimination – Definition of Race – Hair Texture and Hairstyles | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 474 |
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| SB0539 (HB0839) | Labor and Employment - Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program - Establishment | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 2/27 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| SB0564 /CH0565 (HB0754) | Education - High School Graduation Requirements - Students in Foster Care or Homeless Youth | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 565 |
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| SB0593 (HB0624) | Juvenile Law - Child Interrogation Protection Act | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 2/19 at 12:00 p.m. |
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| SB0604 /CH0625 (HB0617/CH0624) | Public and Nonpublic Schools – Medical Cannabis – Policy for Administration During School Hours and Events (Connor and Raina’s Law) | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 625 |
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| SB0625 | Business Regulation – Retail Pet Stores – Modifications (No More Puppy– and Kitten–Mills Act of 2020) | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Second Reading Passed |
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| SB0630 /CH0485 (HB1539/CH0484) | Grant Applications and Reporting - Uniform Forms and Requirements | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 485 |
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| SB0632 /CH0366 (HB0915/CH0365) | Health Facilities - Hospitals - Disclosure of Outpatient Facility Fees (Facility Fee Right-to-Know Act) | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 366 |
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| SB0646 (HB0636) | Public Safety – Access to Firearms – Storage Requirements (Jaelynn’s Law) | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - First Reading Judiciary |
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| SB0649 (HB0892) | Public Information Act – Motor Vehicle Administration – Warrant for Personal Information and Reporting | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Special Order until later today (Senator Smith) Adopted |
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| SB0658 (HB0214) | Higher Education - Collective Bargaining - Graduate Assistants (Graduate Assistant Collective Bargaining Fairness Act) | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 2/21 at 12:00 p.m. |
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| SB0661 /CH0344 (HB0852/CH0343) | Health Insurance - Prostate Cancer Screening Services - Prohibiting Cost-Sharing | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 344 |
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| SB0681 | Electricity Suppliers and Gas Suppliers - Consumer Protections | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 2/25 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| SB0682 (HB0608) | Correctional Services - Prerelease Unit for Women - Requirement to Operate | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 2/26 at 12:00 p.m. |
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| SB0683 (HB0828) | Corrections - Women's Prerelease Unit - Requirements (Women's Prerelease Equity Act) | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 2/26 at 12:00 p.m. |
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| SB0684 (HB0801) | Correctional Services - Prerelease Unit for Women - Facilities and Services (Gender-Responsive Prerelease Act) | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Vetoed by the Governor (Policy) |
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| SB0685 (HB1224) | Electricity and Gas - Energy Suppliers - Assisted Customers | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - First Reading Economic Matters |
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| SB0686 (HB0260) | Residential Electricity and Gas Supply Billing Information - Reports | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Unfavorable Report by Finance |
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| SB0693 /CH0576 (HB1474) | State Personnel - Maryland Department of Health - Pay Rates and Staffing Requirements | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 576 |
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| SB0703 (HB1402) | Circuit Court Judges - Selection and Tenure | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Unfavorable Report by Judicial Proceedings |
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| SB0719 (HB0680) | Earned Income Tax Credit - Individuals Without Qualifying Children - Calculation and Refundability | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 2/26 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| SB0768 (HB0819) | Health - Health and Wellness Standards - Correctional Facilities and Health Care Facilities | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 2/26 at 12:00 p.m. (Judicial Proceedings) |
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| SB0817 (HB1219) | Correctional Services - Parole - Life Imprisonment | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 3/05 at 12:00 p.m. |
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| SB0853 (HB1595) | Education - Voluntary Ethical Special Education Advocate Certificate Program | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 2/18 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| SB0872 /CH0621 (HB0959/CH0620) | Health Insurance - Consumer Protections | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 621 |
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| SB0938 /CH0489 (HB1571/CH0490) | Hospitals - Changes in Status - Hospital Employee Retraining and Placement | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 489 |
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| SB0957 (HB0784) | Maryland Online Consumer Protection Act | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 2/19 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| SB0990 (HB0464) | Public Health - Overdose and Infectious Disease Prevention Services Program | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 3/10 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| SB1033 (HB1621) | Task Force to Study the Feasibility of a Bowie State University Law School | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 3/12 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| SB1043 (HB1260) | Historically Black Colleges and Universities - Funding | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 3/11 at 1:00 p.m. (Budget and Taxation) |
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| SB0280 /CH0177 (HB0349/CH0176) | Occupational and Professional Licensing - Service Members, Veterans, and Military Spouses - Revisions to Reciprocity Requirements | By Request - Administration | 3 | 2 | Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 177 |
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| SB0233 (HB0003) | Business Regulation - Flavored Tobacco Products - Prohibition | By Request - Other | 6 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 2/13 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| SB0262 (HB0334) | Maryland Collection Agency Licensing Act - Definitions and Legislative Intent | By Request - Other | 6 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 2/11 at 1:00 p.m. |
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| Legislative Bond Initiatives |
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| Project Name | Status | House Sponsors | Senate Sponsors | County | Amount Requested | Senate Initiative | House Initiative | Other Funding | Total Funding |
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| Destination Downtown Largo | Introduced | Prince George's | $150,000 | $0 | |||||
| Lake Arbor Golf Course | Introduced | Prince George's | $500,000 | $250,000 | $250,000 | $500,000 | |||
| Seat Pleasant City Hall | Introduced | Prince George's | $500,000 | $250,000 | $250,000 | ||||
| Success Factors Foundation Youth Development Center | Introduced | Prince George's | $750,000 | $75,000 | $75,000 |
- Tenure
- First elected to the Senate in 2010. Member of the Senate since 2011. Member of the Maryland House of Delegates, 1991-2011.
- Current Assignments
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- 2020 Deputy Majority Leader
- 2019 Chair, Rules Committee
- 2015 Finance Committee
- 2019 Health and Long-Term Care Subcommittee of the Finance Committee
- 2015 Joint Committee on Fair Practices and State Personnel Oversight
- 2015 Joint Committee on the Management of Public Funds
- 2017 Joint Committee on Unemployment Insurance Oversight
- 2011- Joint Committee on Children, Youth, and Families
- 2015 Joint Committee on Ending Homelessness
- 2017 Workgroup on the Maryland Open Transportation Investment Decision Act
- 2019 Select Committee No. 7, Prince George's County Senate Delegation (Chair, 2019)
- 2005 Maryland Veterans Caucus
- 1991- Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland (Chaplain, 2017-18, 2018-20)
- 1991- Women Legislators of Maryland
- Past Senate Service
- Assistant Deputy Majority Leader, 2017-2019; Health Subcommittee of the Finance Committee, 2017-2019; Paycheck Recovery Commission, 2016-2017; Senate Co-Chair, Joint Committee on Protocol, 2015-2019; Education, Health and Environmental Affairs Committee, 2011-2014; Education Subcommittee of the Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs Committee, 2011-2014; Health Occupations Subcommittee of the Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs Committee, 2011-2014; Financial Consumer Protection Commission, 2017-2019; Chair, Joint Committee on Access to Mental Health Services, 2013-2014; Joint Committee on Welfare Reform, 2011-2014; Standing Committee on Reapportionment and Redistricting, 2011-2012; Task Force on the Establishment of a Statewide Spay/Neuter Fund, Senate Chair, 2011-2012; Commission to Study Campaign Finance Law, 2011-2012.
- Past House Service 1991-2011
- Government Operations Subcommittee of the Health and Government Operations Committee, 2007-2011; Protocol Committee, 2007-2011; Joint Committee on Children, Youth, and Families, 2003-2011; Health and Government Operations Committee, 2003-2011; Prince George’s County Delegation, 2007-2011; Minority Health Disparities Subcommittee of the Health and Government Operations Committee, 2005-2011; House Chair, Joint Committee on Access to Mental Health Services, 2005-2011; Rules and Executive Nominations Committee, 2001-2011; Pharmaceuticals Subcommittee of the Health and Government Operations Committee, 2005-2006; Chair, Law Enforcement and State-Appointed Boards Committee, 1999-2006; Insurance Subcommittee of the Health and Government Operations Committee, 2005; Health Occupations Subcommittee of the Health and Government Operations Committee, 2003-2004; Long-Term Care Subcommittee of the Health and Government Operations Committee, 2003-2004; Public Health Subcommittee of the Health and Government Operations Committee, 2003-2004; Commerce and Government Matters Committee, 1994-2003; Vice Chair, Commerce and Government Matters Committee, 2001-2003; Chair, State Government and Procurement Subcommittee of the Commerce and Governmental Matters Committee, 1999-2003; Deputy Majority Leader, 1999-2001; Procurement Subcommittee of the Commerce and Government Matters Committee, 1995-1998; Chair, State Government and Civil Rights Subcommittee of the Commerce and Government Matters Committee, 1995-1998; Environmental Matters Committee, 1992-1993; Constitutional and Administrative Law Committee, 1991-1992.
- Public Service
- Governor's Workforce Development Board, 2020-; Maryland State Council on Cancer Control, 2019-2020; Prince George's County - Affordable Housing Commission, 2018-; Maryland Medicaid Advisory Committee, 2017-2019; Metropolitan Washington Air Quality Committee, 2011-; Task Force to Study the Impact of Adjunct Faculty on Graduation Rates at Historically Black Institutions, 2011-2013; Task Force on the Establishment of a Statewide Spay/Neuter Fund, 2011-2013; Maryland School-Based Health Care Policy Advisory Council, 2007-2011; Maryland Commission on Disabilities, 2004-2011; Task Force to Study Repealing the Disenfranchisement of Convicted Felons in Maryland, 2001; Task Force to Study the History and Legacy of Slavery in Maryland, 1999; Delegate, Democratic Party National Convention, 1996; Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland (Chair 1995-96), 1991-; Chair, Civil Rights committee of the Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland, 2000; Chair, State Budget Committee of the Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland, 2000; Chair, Education Committee of the Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland, 2001-; Treasurer, Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland, 2004-2010.
- Memberships
- Legislative Committee, Women Legislators of Maryland, 2011-; Maryland Bicycle and Pedestrian Caucus, 2003-; Honorary Life Member, Girl Scouts of America, 1980-; Coalition of 100 Black Women; Prince George’s County Educator’s Association, Negotiations Team; Maryland State Teacher’s Association (MTSA); National Education Association (NEA); Prince George’s Bargaining Council; Coalition of Economic Development; Black Democratic Council.
- Awards
- Wayne K. Curry Award for Leadership in Public Service, Community Foundation of Prince George's County, 2019; Phyllis Campbell Newsome Public Policy Leadership Award, Center for Nonprofit Advancement, 2009; Certificate of Appreciation, Maryland Municipal League, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008; Community Service Award, J. Franklyn Bourne Bar Association, 1989; For Love of Children Award, Kiwanis Club of Capitol Centre, 1985; Outstanding Minority Leader, Outstanding and Dedicated Services to Children and Youth, Outstanding Minority Leadership Award, Outstanding Educator, Prince George’s County Public Schools; Outstanding Community Service Award, Las Amigas; Citizen of Year, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity; Outstanding Minority Educator, MSTA Minority Caucus.
- Biographical Information
- Born, Roanoke, Virginia, March 11, 1941; South Hagerstown High School; Bowie State College, B.S., Elementary Education, 1962; Catholic University of America, M.A., Curriculum and Instruction, 1974; George Washington University; Retired Educator; School Administrator; Former School Principal, Prince George’s County Public School System; Member, First Baptist Church of Glenarden.
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