Legislation
Delegate Don H. Dwyer, Jr.
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- Anne Arundel
- Committee Assignment(s)
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216 House Office Building
6 Bladen Street
Annapolis, MD 21401 -
Phone 410-841-3047 | 301-858-3047
Toll-free in MD
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216 House Office Building
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1674 Twickenham Road
Pasadena, MD 21122 - Phone 410-419-3870
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1674 Twickenham Road
- Contact
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don.dwyer@house.state.md.us
- Party
- Republican
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Title | Sponsorship Type | Sponsorship Type Sort | Chamber Sort | Current Status | Org Committees & Hearings | Opp Committees & Hearings |
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HB0426 | Public Safety - Firearm Ammunition - Purchaser Information | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/05 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0558 | Maryland Liberty Preservation Act of 2013 | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Health and Government Operations |
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HB0589 | Firearms Freedom Act | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the House - Withdrawn by Sponsor | ||
HB1268 | Official Oaths - Educational Course Requirement (Maryland Oath of Office Affirmation Act) | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Health and Government Operations |
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HB1512 | Public Safety - Firearm Exemptions for Law Enforcement Officers - Repeal | Primary | 1 | 2 | In the House - First Reading House Rules and Executive Nominations | ||
HB0001 | Criminal Law - Cannabimimetic Agents - Prohibition | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Vetoed by the Governor (Duplicative) |
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HB0137 | Election Law - Polling Places - Proof of Identity | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/07 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0150 | Vehicle Laws - Accidents Resulting in Death or Life-Threatening Injury - Mandatory Drug and Alcohol Testing (Kara's Law) | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Judiciary |
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HB0157 (SB0466) | Income Tax - Expensing of Business Property and Bonus Depreciation | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/19 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0176 | Transportation Trust Fund Protection Act | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/26 at 1:00 p.m. (Appropriations) |
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HB0181 | Corporate Income Tax - Rate Reduction | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/19 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0211 | Public Safety - Handgun Permits - Qualifications | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/05 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0223 | Vehicle Laws - Maximum Speed Limits on Highways | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Environmental Matters |
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HB0235 /CH0361 | Property Tax - Valuation of Residential Real Property - Database | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 361 |
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HB0236 | Election Law - Districting Plan Questions - Inclusion of Map | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/11 at 2:00 p.m. |
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HB0267 (SB0109/CH0442) | Criminal Law - Controlled Dangerous Substances - Research - Synthetic Cannabinoids | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Judiciary |
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HB0279 (SB0725) | Business Regulation - Junk Dealers and Scrap Metal Processors - Holding Period for Junk and Scrap Metal | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/07 at 2:00 p.m. |
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HB0280 | Maryland Death Taxes - Family Property Protection Act | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/26 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0317 | State Government - E-Verify Program | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/13 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0318 | Labor and Employment - Labor Organizations - Right to Work | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Economic Matters |
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HB0322 (SB0222) | Motor Vehicle Administration - Yellow Dot Program | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Withdrawn by Sponsor |
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HB0363 | Tax Increases - Majority Vote Required | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/11 at 2:00 p.m. |
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HB0366 | Archery Hunting - Safety Zone | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Environmental Matters |
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HB0367 | Hunting - Deer Firearms Season - January Days | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Withdrawn by Sponsor | ||
HB0368 | Bow Hunting - Possession of Handguns for Protection | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/05 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0369 | Hunting - Deer Muzzle Loader Season - January Days | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Withdrawn by Sponsor |
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HB0371 | Income Tax Credit - Cat and Dog Adoption | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/26 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0372 /CH0453 (SB0202/CH0452) | Recordation and Transfer Taxes - Transfer of Property Between Related Entities - Exemption | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 453 |
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HB0408 /CH0258 (SB0404/CH0257) | Income Tax - Subtraction Modification - Enhanced Agricultural Management Equipment | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 258 |
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HB0424 (SB0786) | Criminal Procedure - Crimes of Violence Involving Firearms - Diminution Credits, Parole, and Plea Agreements | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/12 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0427 | Election Law - Absentee Ballots - Timeliness | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 3/21 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0436 (SB0533) | Handguns - School Employees - Handgun Permits and Carrying Weapons on School Property | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/05 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0441 | Courts - Death Penalty Court | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Judiciary |
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HB0444 (SB0873) | Vehicle Emissions Inspection Program - Alternate Tests and Inspections | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Environmental Matters |
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HB0499 | Natural Resources - Deer Bow Hunting Season - End Date | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Environmental Matters |
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HB0501 | Motor Vehicle Administration - Multiple Copies of Driving Records - Fees | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Environmental Matters |
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HB0502 | Owner or Operator of Livery Stable - Lien on Dairy Animal | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/06 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0503 | Income Tax - Military Retirement Income | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/12 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0505 | Natural Resources - Hunting and Fishing License Applications - Social Security Number | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Environmental Matters |
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HB0548 (SB0090/CH0180) | Natural Resources - Vessel Excise Tax - Maximum Tax | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/28 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0554 /CH0501 (SB0563/CH0500) | Environment and Public Utilities - Notice to Neighboring Jurisdictions of Applications | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 501 |
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HB0562 | Vehicle Laws - Single Registration Plate | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/19 at 1:15 p.m. |
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HB0569 | Environment - Wastewater Treatment Facilities - Financial Assistance Study | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Unfavorable Report by Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs |
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HB0570 | State Government - Inspector General | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Health and Government Operations |
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HB0574 | Office of the Inspector General - Establishment | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Health and Government Operations |
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HB0577 | Vehicle Laws - Registration Plates - Vehicle Manufactured Without Means to Display Front Plate | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/19 at 1:15 p.m. |
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HB0578 (SB0023) | Income Tax - Credit for Long-Term Care Premiums | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/15 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0590 | Alcoholic Beverages - Direct Shipment - Kosher or Sacramental Wine Sold at Retail | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/25 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0592 | Election Law - Reporting of Precinct Results | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 3/28 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0643 | Public Safety - Regulated Firearms - Exemption from Training Course | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Judiciary |
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HB0644 /CH0507 (SB0613/CH0506) | Income Tax - Electronic Filing - Designation to Purchase Federal Savings Bonds | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 507 |
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HB0659 | Drivers' Licenses and Identification Cards - Veteran Status - Acceptable Documentation | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Withdrawn by Sponsor | ||
HB0673 | Prince George's County - Video Lottery Operation License - Awarded to Highest Bidder | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Ways and Means |
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HB0681 | Invest Maryland Program - Alteration of Program Requirements | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/12 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0682 | Vehicle-Miles-Traveled Tax and Associated Mandated Devices - Prohibition | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/28 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0729 (SB0367) | Election Law - Petitions - Confidentiality | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/21 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0730 (SB0542/CH0498) | Election Law - Polling Places - Electioneering | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Vetoed by the Governor (Duplicative) |
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HB0731 | Capital Projects - Eliminating Individual Bond Bills | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/11 at 2:00 p.m. |
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HB0734 (SB0808) | University System of Maryland - Institution Management - Admissions Requirements | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Appropriations |
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HB0739 | Public Institutions of Higher Education - Legal Presence and Tuition Rates - Reporting | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Appropriations |
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HB0760 | Maryland Transportation Authority - Privatization of the Intercounty Connector and the I-95 Express Toll Lanes | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/28 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0761 | State Highway Administration - Privatization of Rest Areas and Welcome Centers on State Highways | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/28 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0762 | State Highway Administration - Sale of Naming Rights to State Highways | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/28 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0817 | Property Tax Credit - Retail Service Stations - Alternate Power Sources | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Hearing 4/04 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0856 | Personal Property Tax - Investments in Maryland | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/07 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0875 | Education - Public Schools - Parent Empowerment | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/27 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0892 (SB0731) | Family Law - Protective Orders - Additional Relief | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Judiciary |
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HB0903 | Genetically Engineered Food - Disclosure and Labeling Requirements | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Withdrawn by Sponsor | ||
HB0962 | Motor Fuel Taxes - Consumer Disclosure Requirements | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Economic Matters |
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HB1004 (SB0774/CH0546) | Income Tax - Subtraction Modification - Maryland Civil Air Patrol | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Rereferred to Budget and Taxation |
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HB1038 | Electricity - Consumer Relations - Smart Meters | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Referred to interim study by Economic Matters |
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HB1066 | Electricity - Smart Meters - Disclosure of Usage Data | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Referred to interim study by Economic Matters |
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HB1095 | Law Enforcement Officers - Disciplinary Actions - Written Policy | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Withdrawn by Sponsor |
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HB1144 | Junk Dealers and Scrap Metal Processors - Shopping Carts and Metal Piping | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Economic Matters |
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HB1199 | Citizens' Congressional Redistricting Commission | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/11 at 2:00 p.m. |
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HB1233 | Criminal Procedure - Law Enforcement Agencies - Use of Drones | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 3/19 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB1278 | Corporations and Associations - "Crowdfunding" Laws - Restrictions and Compliance | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Economic Matters |
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HB1281 | Law Enforcement Officers - Entrance-Level and Annual Training Requirements (Christopher's Law) | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the Senate - Unfavorable Report by Judicial Proceedings |
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HB1298 | Anne Arundel County - Superintendent of Schools - Compensation | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/27 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB1345 (SB0825) | Open Meetings Act - Public Body - Definition | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | In the House - First Reading House Rules and Executive Nominations | ||
HB1393 /CH0682 | Public Schools - Student Work Product - Claim of Copyright Prohibited | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 682 |
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HB1396 /CH0415 | Criminal Law - Theft-Related Crimes - Penalties | Co-Sponsor | 2 | 2 | Approved by the Governor - Chapter 415 |
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HB0138 | Video Lottery Proceeds - Education Trust Fund - Security and Mental Health Services at Public Schools | By Request - Committee | 4 | 2 | In the House - Hearing 2/12 at 1:00 p.m. |
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HB0146 (SB0174) | Education - Public Charter Schools - Capital Improvement Requests | By Request - Committee | 4 | 2 | In the House - Unfavorable Report by Appropriations |
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- Tenure
- First elected to the Maryland House of Delegates, 2002. Member of the House since 2003.
- Current Assignments
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- 2013- Ways and Means Committee
- 2013- Transportation Subcommittee of the Ways and Means Committee
- Past House Service
- Deputy Minority Whip, 2005-2013; Judiciary Committee, 2003-2013; Juvenile Law Subcommittee of the Judiciary Committee, 2007-2013; Vice Chair, Anne Arundel County Delegation, 2011; Criminal Justice Subcommittee of the Judiciary Committee, 2003-2006.
- Public Service
- Redistricting and Elections Committee, National Conference of State Legislatures, 2005-; Environment Subcommittee, Anne Arundel County Delegation, 2005; Capital Budget Subcommittee, Anne Arundel County Delegation, 2003-; American Legislative Exchange Council, Criminal Justice Task Force, 2003-; American Legislative Exchange Council, Homeland Security Task Force, 2003-; Advisory Board, Maryland Small Business Development Center Network, 1992-1994; High Technology Council, Anne Arundel County, 1991-1992.
- Memberships
- Maryland Veterans Caucus, 2005-; Taxpayers Protection Caucus, 2003-; Rockbridge Academy, 1999-2003; Board of Directors, Northern Anne Arundel County Chamber of Commerce, 1990-1992.
- Awards
- Legislator of the Year, Gun Owners of America , 2006.
- Biographical Information
- Born, Annapolis, Maryland, February 11, 1958; Glen Burnie High School, 1976; Junior Manufacturing Engineer, Fairchild Republic Aircraft, 1977-81; Owner and Operator, American Screen and Poster, Inc., 1983-95; Business Consultant, 1996-97; Contract Aerospace Engineer, 1981-83, 1998-2000; Director, American College for Cultural Studies, 1998-2000; Director, Institute on the Constitution, 2001-04; Executive Director, Institute on the Constitution, 2005-; Married, Three children.
Last Updated: 10/15/2019 3:25 PM