Today is Earth Day. Let's use EARTH in a sentence: DC is the only democratic capital on EARTH with no voting rights in its national legislature. And yes, we’re Green with envy. #EarthDay #DCStatehood

I will be briefed more on this later today.

Wishing a joyous and meaningful Passover to all who celebrate. May your Passover be filled with blessings and time with loved ones.

.MD Department of Labor has launched the Port of Baltimore Worker Retention Program to provide financial support to Port businesses and workers impacted by the Key Bridge collapse.

🗳️🇺🇸 Ready to vote? MontgomeryMDVotes has set up 58 ballot drop boxes for the May Presidential primary. Cast your vote early—boxes open until 8 p.m. on Election Day, May 14. Find your nearest drop box and make your voice heard!

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We’d like to thank our Caucus members who sponsored and worked hard to move the priority bills that made up our 2024 LBCMD Priority Agenda. The work to move Maryland forward continues!

We must address the glaring racial disparities in our prison system. Black inmates in our prisons have reached an all-time high, among the highest in the nation. It's time for systemic reform and justice that truly reflects our values. #JusticeReformMD

Racial disparity in Maryland prisons is more than double the national average.

Black people are more likely to serve long sentences and White people tend to be incarcerated for shorter periods.

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Whether it be expanding postpartum insurance coverage, improving maternal mental health outcomes, or ensuring people can get the care they need from doulas & midwives, our policies must reflect our commitment to a world where Black Mamas can thrive. #BMHW24 Rep. LaKeshia Myers Jheanelle Wilkins

Proud to work with teachers to address the statewide educator shortage. HB 1157 will provide funding, support, and mentorship for support professionals in our schools to achieve teacher certification. Maryland Educators Senator Malcolm Augustine

$41M later and Angela Alsobrooks is within the margin of error and continues to inch closer to the Democratic nomination.

Because Marylanders are on her side.

Today is a BIG HOLIDAY at the Office of the Comptroller— #TaxDay2024 ! It is the final day for individuals to file their personal income tax. File today by midnight!

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HB 200 is on its way to the Governor’s desk! I was proud to work this session to strengthen our community schools. Under the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future, community schools have rapidly increased with funding & staff. HB 200 ensures we implement using national best practices.

Black women are 3x more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications. Determined to end the disparity, we're investing in the health of mothers across MD.

HB 1052 codifies practices in our healthcare system that protect new mothers and newborns.
#BlackMaternalHealthWeek

We’re supporting Shebra Evans for another term on the Moco BOE. She has a record of working for equity and progress for students, regardless of race, origin, socio-economic status or zip code. We know that with Shebra’s continued leadership, students and staff will thrive.

'What this poll makes crystal clear is that David Trone has hit a ceiling and that Angela is on a path to win this race”

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Let’s gooooo! #TeamAlsobrooks

👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿 From maternal health to education, Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland’s successful agenda will save lives and impact many Marylanders.