Councilmember Will Jawando
@CMJawando
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I'm so inspired by the more than 250
@MCPS
students who graduated from our early college program tonight with their associates degree from
@montgomerycoll
and their high school diploma! The future is bright! Congratulations, class of
#2023
!! 🙌🏾🎓
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Menstruation is a common but deeply personal experience. For a variety of reasons, people can find themselves unprepared to meet their menstrual health needs when out & about. County residents, how would YOU benefit if period products were freely available like TP in restrooms?
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Menstruation is a common but deeply personal experience. For a variety of reasons, people can find themselves unprepared to meet their menstrual health needs when out & about. County residents, how would YOU benefit if period products were freely available like TP in restrooms?
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Today is a momentous day for tenants and landlords in Montgomery County. We are the first county in Maryland to enact permanent rent stabilization.
I’m grateful for the collaboration with
@MoCoCouncilMD
colleagues to get to a compromise bill over the finish line.
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Councilmember Will Jawando applauded the County Council this evening for passing renter regulations. Montgomery County is the first county in Maryland to established a permanent rent stabilization at a maximum cap of 6%.
Read the full statement here:
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Today, the Planning, Housing & Parks (PHP) Committee discussed housing segregation. For 79 years, racial covenants in the county limited/prevented Black residents & others from owning land or buying homes.
@montgomeryplans
Segregation Mapping Project details the use of covenants.
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We have a packed room for the E&C Committee session as we make recommendations on CIP amendments and the
@MCPS
operating budget.
My colleagues and I are committed to ensuring we fund our schools to meet the needs of our students and educators w/ transparency and accountability.
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Our community has come out in force to make their voices heard and support the HOME Act, which will allow the nearly 40% of our county residents who rent by stabilizating rents at a reasonable rate of CPI or 3%, whichever is lower. 🏚
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We must come together to keep our community safe. Please join us for a community town hall meeting on July 12th from 6:30 - 8:00 pm at the Germantown library. All are welcome, especially parents and teens in the Germantown area.
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Juneteenth is a reminder that with knowledge comes freedom. Generations of enslaved people never knew freedom, yet they envisioned freedom for themselves and their community.
As we celebrate
#Juneteenth
, let us reflect on how we can make knowledge available to all.
#FreedomDay
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Today, we celebrate National CROWN Day!
In 2019, I advanced
#TheCROWNAct
with my former colleague
@nancy_navarro
. Montgomery County was the first local jurisdiction to pass the Act to end hair discrimination!
CROWN stands for Create a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair.
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Happy Halloween from the Jawando office choir!! 🎃🎃
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Today I introduced Bill 42-23, the Menstrual Products Access and Equity Act. Simply put, menstrual hygiene and health is a public health issue.
Thank you
@periodmovement
@dcdiaperbank
@MarylandAFP
@mocoblackcoll
for supporting this bill!
#healthequity
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There are different titles we may have in life. One of the most important for me is Girl Dad.
Today, I welcomed amazing young women (including my daughter) who are building their power at
@MCACDST
’s 5th annual Got the Power Girls Conference.
You have the power. Dare to use it.
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I just spoke at the family forum on
#fentanyl
at Paint Branch HS. This must be a collective effort to save the lives of loved ones & students. We all have an active role to play in making sure everyone has opportunity to thrive.
#education
#prevention
#care
@MCPS
@MocoGoesPurple
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THREAD🧵 : Today, I’m introducing the Safety and Traffic Equity in Policing (STEP) Act to limit traffic stops that have resulted in racial disparities. /1
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Thank you Chief Jones for your 38 years of service to Montgomery County! As you prepare to retire in July, know that you've made a positive impact in the lives of so many.
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I spoke this evening at the 5th Grade promotion for Oak View Elementary — my school when I was a young boy. Oak View is where I connected with teachers & adults who encouraged me to succeed. They saw potential in me, and I see the same for these kids.
Congratulations Dragons!
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Our community has experienced another loss of life due to violence. Addressing violent crime demands a holistic approach— from intervention to prevention— with the community & law enforcement.
I will continue to lift up these ideas:
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Today, we remember the victims of the Holocaust on Yom HaShoah. Let us take a moment to honor and remember the millions of innocent lives lost during one of humanity's darkest periods and work toward a more peaceful and just world.
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Today I introduced the Freedom to Leave Act to 1) prioritize 4th Amendment rights and reduce racial disparities by prohibiting consent searches during traffic stops and 2) enhance the county’s data collection and reporting related to traffic enforcement:
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I am at
@HousingMoCo
’s 2023 Affordable Housing Summit speaking on a panel with
@CouncilmemberKO
@MelissaMBondi
, & Will Roberts of
@RentersRights
discussion rent stabilization.
Instability in housing is not good for our schools, public safety, or for the community.
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As Chair of the Education and Culture Committee and a proud
@MCPS
parent, I welcome this critical discussion on how we fund our public schools to ensure excellent student learning, support services, and well-being.
Please join the conversation & watch:
Today at 1 p.m. - The Education & Culture Committee will meet to review the FY24 Operating Budget for Montgomery County Public Schools. ➡️View the staff report: . 💻Watch on the Council’s Facebook page or YouTube .
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As Council prepares to go on recess, I am continuing my Education Listening Tour.
Today, I enjoyed visiting Arcola ES, a year-round innovative school in
@MCPS
. Along with reading to K-4 students, I hosted a Q&A with 5th graders.
Thank you to Principal Jean-Philippe & staff.
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I was a
#ServerForAnHour
yesterday with
@onefairwage
to highlight the need to end the sub-minimum wage for service workers.
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Congratulations to the 2023 graduates of
@montgomerycoll
! This is an important milestone and I wish you success in your future endeavors. You are part of what makes Montgomery County special! Keep striving and I am excited to see your skills and knowledge in action!
#MCGrad2023
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This Easter, let's join in celebrating the resurrection of Jesus. God sacrificed His only son for our sins so that we may have everlasting life, and it's through Jesus that we will be resurrected one day. Happy Easter!
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Councilmember Will Jawando Thanks Senator Cardin for a Lifetime of Service to Marylanders:
“
@SenatorCardin
is the embodiment of public service. He has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to public service and his selfless dedication is truly an inspiration."
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I was honored to speak at Clarksburg High School's commencement today. Our community is so proud of all of our graduates. You've accomplished so much and your future is so bright. Congratulations again Clarksburg Class of 2023!
@Cburg_Coyotes
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“If we want to maintain four of the top ten most diverse cities in the country, then we need to protect tenants,” said Councilmember Jawando. “They deserve the same stability as homeowners with a 30-year mortgage.”
#rentstabilization
@CASAforall
@mceanea
@Maryland_PPC
@jufj
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🚨 I'll be joining the Police Accountability Board Meeting this evening from 7 - 9 pm. You can join us in person or virtually. We’ll discuss my legislation, the STEP Act, and if the police should stop drivers for minor traffic violations. Details Below ⬇️.
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"Housing is a human right. Affordable housing is not a nice amenity but a necessity for renters to be able to live and contribute to our communities."
The HOME Act is a crucial step in preserving housing for our community and addressing income inequality.
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Thank you Kojo & Tom for having me on
@politicshour
today to discuss
@MCPS
, recreational marijuana, rent stabilization, the STEP Act, and more.
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I began my morning with
@mcpnews
graduates at
@montgomerycoll
's IgniteHub. This is the first officer training cohort resulting from my bill, the Community-Informed Police Training Act. The law requires a week of officer training on socially just policing & community engagement.
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🧵 The most recent Montgomery County OLO report on traffic enforcement found:
In Montgomery County, “while overall numbers of traffic stops declined between FY18 and FY22, racial disparities in traffic stops have persisted or worsened over the five-year period."
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I’m thankful to have heard the stories of Lou Pohoryles and Manny Mandel, two Holocaust survivors, during the Council’s Holocaust Remembrance Day breakfast. Let’s take a moment to honor the millions of lives lost and impacted by the atrocities of the Holocaust.
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Today the Council honored
#FreedomDay
with a Juneteenth proclamation recognizing when enslaved people in Texas learned of their freedom.
The County will have many of events this weekend. Join in the celebrations & let us continue the work of freedom.
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This is long overdue. Half of all Americans have tried marijuana. We lose out on qualified police officer candidates that reflect our community. Glad our department is open to this.
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One way to recruit more police: Don’t punish past marijuana use
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Today, community members & elected officials unveiled markers to recognize the lynchings of Mr. Sidney Randolph (1896) and Mr. John Diggs-Dorsey (1880) who were forcibly removed from the Rockville jail (now the County Council office) and hanged. 1/
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My statement regarding allegations of Dr. Monifa McKnight being asked to step down as
@MCPS
superintendent by members of the Montgomery County Board of Education:
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#TeamJawando
had a fantastic time at the
#mhstreetfest
where we celebrated our community, enjoyed delicious local food, and caught up with friends and neighbors! Congratulations to everyone who helped make this event a huge success.
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Team Jawando was proud to join MCPD for
#NationalNightOut
events tonight. We must keep working together for safer, more supportive communities. Special thanks to
@mcpdChief
,
@mcpnews
,
@mcfrs
, and to all of our public safety officers for your dedication and commitment.
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The pandemic hit us hard and so many students have fallen behind. As we take up the MCPS budget starting this month, we must prioritize making the investments needed to address these gaps.
Middle school math proficiency plummets over pandemic, data shows
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My staff was honored to attend a ceremony to dedicate the Olney Police Substation to the late Officer Noah Leotta, who was tragically struck by a drunk driver in 2015. My gratitude to the Olney Chamber of Commerce and the
@mcpnews
for partnering to make this possible.
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It was an honor to meet U.S. Capitol Police Officer Harry Dunn. The
@MoCoCouncilMD
recognized Officer Dunn for his bravery and service during the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol.
Thank you for your commitment to protecting our democracy.
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🧵 It was an extraordinary evening at the Council listening to testimony overwhelmingly in favor of the Council passing the STEP Act. Thank you to the courageous individuals who shared their stories and the many organizations that spoke in favor of the bill.
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Congratulations
@MHPartners
for breaking ground on their latest project, the Residences at Forest Glen. This project creates 189 units of affordable housing with great community amenities along Georgia Avenue. I look forward to celebrating the opening of this new community.
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Today,
@MoCoCouncilMD
welcomed principals from public & private schools for National Principals Month. We reaffirmed our commitment for effective & compassionate leaders. Thank you, Jen Danish of
@gracegryphons
@aisgwtweets
, Christine Handy of
@mcaap
@mcps
, and honored guests.
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Eid Mubarak to all who celebrate the holiday. Let us remember the importance of charity and social responsibility. Help your neighbors in need by giving food or other items to a local organization.
#EidMubarak
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Greenbelt, Maryland is the perfect pick for the new FBI Headquarters! Congrats to Congressman Steny Hoyer and the entire MD federal delegation, Gov. Wes Moore, and CE Angela Alsobrooks. Great things are happening in MD, and the future is bright.
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I strongly support Maryland House Bill 470 sponsored by
@palakovichcarr
. It would allow us to have more flexibility to control our income tax rates locally for our residents. This is my testimony to the Maryland House Ways and Means Committee:
#MDGA
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This morning’s session with MCPS and the Board of Education was challenging but it was an important first step for all of us in rebuilding trust, transparency, and accountability. I appreciate my colleagues and guests participating in a respectful dialogue.
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Today my staff and I volunteered at
@shepherds_table
.
I am grateful for the opportunity to serve a warm meal to guests — made possible by the talented chefs, dedicated volunteers, and welcoming staff.
When we help others, we make our communities stronger.
#GiveBack
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Over the weekend, I spent time with families that are part of our guaranteed income program, MoCoBoost. Hearing how the program has made a difference for them over the last six months was uplifting. Many are working on stabilizing their expenses, applying for jobs, & more.
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Happy
#LaborDay
! Today, we celebrate the contributions of workers. I am committed to a fair & equitable county with good jobs, affordable housing, and safe streets.
Together, we can ensure workers have dignity, families thrive, and everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
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I was proud to join our community, my
@mococouncilmd
colleagues and
@mococountyexec
in recognizing
#PrideMonth
! A time to honor the courage, resilience & strength of our LGBTQ+ family.
#LoveIsLove
and everyone deserves to live proudly & authentically.
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🧵It was great to stand alongside
@CMKristinMink
,
@MontCoExec
, and community organizations as we made our case for the HOME Act 🏠 today.
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I released the following statement related to the serious allegations regarding a Montgomery County Public School (MCPS) principal detailed in
@WashPost
today.
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As April draws to a close, the Council took a moment to recognize Autism Action Month with a proclamation. This month is a time to celebrate the unique qualities and strengths of individuals on the autism spectrum while also raising awareness of the challenges they may face.
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We must work together side by side to address hate in our community and in our schools. I am attending
@MCPS
Superintendent Dr. McKnight's speech against racism and hate.
📹 Watch the speech here:
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My family and I marched in the
@LeisureWorldMd
#4thofJuly
parade this morning. 🇺🇸
Great to see residents, families, and local leaders celebrating our country’s freedom and independence on this beautiful day.
Wishing everyone a happy 4th. Please keep hydrated and safe.
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#MOCOTHANKSPARADE
is a great way to start off the holiday season. I enjoyed walking in the parade with my family, team, and some amazing young women from
@CB_EmpowerGirls
.
As we enter a time of gratitude, may we strengthening our connections to one another. Happy Holidays!
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Today, I participated in a
#restorativejustice
community circle, and spoke to parents & caregivers in the Northwest cluster about how we can prevent bullying.
1 in 3 students are bullied.
We must build relationships with each other centered on empathy, respect and kindness.
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This morning I shared a reflection on fatherhood at
@pul1906
’s Father’s Day Breakfast.
Fatherhood is more than biology — it is about love, support, guidance, discipline, and direction. Let’s celebrate the fathers in our lives and be a father to others in the community.
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Today marks the beginning of Ramadan, a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community. To all of those who celebrate, may you have a joyous month dedicated to your spirituality and faith!
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🏠 Affordable housing is not a nice amenity but a necessity for renters to be able to live and contribute to our communities.
The HOME Act helps keep renters in their homes by preventing rent gouging, reducing displacement, & creating cost predictability for renters & landlords
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Thank you to the hundreds of residents who came out yesterday for NAMIWalks hosted by
@NAMIMoCo
. Together, we can destigmatize mental illness.
Take a moment today to support your mental health by listening to your body and reaching out for help when you are crisis.
#MentalHealth
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Thank you, Sharp Street UMC for inviting me and my family to celebrate Higher Education Sunday. The young women & men honored today are aspiring nurses, teachers, journalists, lawyers, and public servants. Your talents and gifts will make our community stronger. Keep striving!
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Housing is a human right. I had the privilege to share my story of living in affordable housing at the groundbreaking ceremony of a new, 100% affordable housing development in downtown Silver Spring. I am a product of having a safe and secure place to sleep at night. 1/
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I was honored to speak this week at the opening reception for the “Portraits of Life: Holocaust Survivors of Montgomery County” exhibit at Sarah Silberman Art Gallery at
@montgomerycoll
.
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Earlier today, I was proud to voice my support for a special appropriation of $900,000 to create the County's first Rent Stabilization Office. New and overlapping issues related to rent stabilization and troubled properties require resources and staff to support our residents.
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Merry Christmas from my family and team to yours!
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I appreciate
@GovWesMoore
visiting us in Wheaton to walk & talk about investments to some of our state roads and highways so that we can keep every resident safe!
Thank you
@GovWesMoore
for visiting
@MontgomeryCoMD
today and taking time to walk Georgia Ave. in
@NataliFGonzalez
’s district with
@mkorman
@MontCoExec
our
@MoCoCouncilMD
and others, making pedestrian
#safety
and economic growth priorities for
@WheatonMD
.
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🧵Thank you, Poolesville Elementary School and Poolesville High School, for welcoming me into your schools for my Education Listening Tour. It was a pleasure to be joined by
@MarilynBalcombe
for today’s special visit.
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Earlier this year, I introduced the STEP Act to limit police stops for low-level traffic violations, to address racial disparities in traffic enforcement and free up police to focus on dangerous driving and crime.
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I had a great time at
#PowerinthePark
last night. We talked to Long Branch residents about how to lower their energy bill while also combating the climate crisis. Thanks to Delegate
@LCharkoudian
for putting this together!
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Today, I had a wonderful opportunity to visit
@MCPS
Briggs Chaney Middle School. Thank you to the staff and students who welcomed me! I very much enjoyed the mindfulness lesson led by our students! Thank you,
@CouncilmemberMink
, for joining me on the visit.
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Congratulations to
@mcfrs
Recruit Class 52 on your graduation today! We appreciate these graduates, their teachers and colleagues, and families that got them to this exciting moment. Thank you for your service, and please know that you have our support!
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Autism Acceptance Month holds special meaning to me. Feeling proud and grateful to jointly offer this year’s Autism Acceptance Month. Thank you [
@MontCoExec
] and all the wonderful community partners for celebrating our nerodiverse community.
#celebratedifferences
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It was a beautiful day to celebrate Community Day at the Enclave. Thank you to
@kfamechurch
for organizing and to all of the government and community partners that participated.
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In our HHS/Education committee meeting, we are discussing strategies to end childhood hunger in Montgomery County. A key strategy is to provide free school meals (breakfast and lunch) as we did during the pandemic.
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Today we celebrate Walk & Roll to School Day. Glad to see our state partners and four-legged friends take part!
Last week, I presented a proclamation recognizing this important day to ensure all students have safe routes to and from school.
#SafeRoutesToSchool
#WalkAndRoll
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Congratulations to
@ProjectSEARCHHQ
intern, Ryan Tommer, on his program graduation!
Ryan is a delightful person and I am grateful for his work in my office this year.
Thank you, Ryan, for gifting
@MoCoCouncilMD
&
@MontgomeryCoMD
with your talents and infectious smile.
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🛑 Black drivers accounted for 30% of the stops despite being 18% of the population.
🛑 Latinx drivers were 21% of the stops despite being 19% of the population.
🛑 White drivers were underrepresented in traffic stops based on their population.
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Anyone who uses a public restroom expects to find the basic supplies needed to be healthy: clean running water, a functioning toilet, toilet paper, and soap. Menstrual supplies are likewise critical to public health.
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It's a new name, but the same life-changing mission as CHI changes its name to WeAchieve. I am deeply honored to have been presented with the WeAchieve Champion Award.
We must continue collaborating to support the intellectual and developmental disabilities community.
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To all the amazing moms: Happy Mother's Day!
Today, we celebrate moms of all types for their dedication and love for their families and community.
I appreciate all that you do. May this special day be filled with love and appreciation.
#MothersDay
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The Freedom to Leave Act would prioritize 4th Amendment rights & reduce disparities by prohibiting consent searches in traffic stops. It would also enhance data collection and reporting related to traffic enforcement. My introductory comments on it:
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Today, we honor and remember the brave women and men who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country.
I am grateful for their selflessness & courage.
Let us always strive to live up to the ideals of freedom and opportunity for all.
#MemorialDay
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"County Councilmember Will Jawando, who fought to increase wages, said, 'It’s a lifeline for over 150,000 families in the state. Raising the minimum wage is about dignity, fairness and building an economy that works for everyone.'"
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• Housing is a human right. Affordable housing is not a nice amenity but a necessity for renters to be able to live and contribute to our communities.
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• The HOME Act helps keep renters in their homes by preventing rent gouging, reducing displacement, and creating cost predictability for renters and landlords.
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Tonight I had the privilege of joining the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for SPA Orthodontics in White Oak. Thank you to Dr. Augustus and the team for bringing smiles to Montgomery County. Congratulations again, Dr. Augustus!
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Sending my heartfelt prayers to the
@MCPnews
officer who sustained injuries early this morning in the line of duty while trying to stop a drunk driver. Let's keep this brave officer in our thoughts today, hoping for a full and swift recovery.
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MCPS informed me that a middle school student was injured while crossing the street last night near Seneca Valley High School. The student was struck by a high school student driver. The injured student remains in critical condition and the incident is under investigation.
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Today is National Teacher Appreciation Day! Our society benefits immeasurably from our teachers, who make it their mission to teach critical skills for success in life. Thank you to all the teachers making our future brighter.
#TeacherAppreciation
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"These low-level traffic violations it has a corrosive effect on communities of color and actually reduces community safety and trust."
🔴The STEP act limits traffic stops for low-level non-moving violations
🔴Requires more robust data collection and reporting on traffic stops
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It was an honor to be a guest speaker for the Brotherhood of Superstars (BOSS) program at
@DrJjwms
. These young men are being mentored by Mr. Brutus, Mr. Mensah, & others to be leaders through academic excellence, problem-solving, and self-esteem.
#educationtour
@MCPS
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🚨 Today,
@CMKristinMink
and I are introducing the Housing Opportunity, Mobility, and Equity (HOME) Act!
🎙Myself,
@CMKristinMink
,
@MontCoExec
, & community organizations will hold a press conference today discussing the HOME Act. ➡️Learn more:
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