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MML's Legislative Committee, made up of municipal elected officials and staff from around the State, has been busy reviewing General Assembly legislation that impact municipal governments. For a full list of bills with official MML positions, please visit our website here. This page will be updated as new positions are taken by the MML Legislative Committee. For questions please contact Bill Jorch, [email protected]
As we celebrate 90 years of the League, now is your moment to step forward as a leader. Serving in a leadership capacity is your chance to make a real difference, lift up our community, and leave a lasting mark. Your voice and passion matter - help shape the next chapter of the League’s story and make this milestone year one to remember. Nominations open Friday, February 27, 2026.
As the 2026 legislative session continues, the Maryland Municipal League is actively monitoring several key bills scheduled for testimony next week. To ensure the municipal perspective is accurately represented in the record, we are inviting member cities and towns to submit written comments on the following items. These contributions are vital to documenting the local impact of proposed state policy before the committees of jurisdiction.
The specific bills and their respective hearing dates are listed below:
MML seeks amendments to SB 64 & HB 10 in support of public notice modernization.
Last week, MML staff testified before the House Judiciary and Senate Judicial Proceedings committees in favor of a critical modernization package for SB 64 (and cross-filed HB 10).
As we prepare to launch attendee registration for the Summer Conference on March 2, it's best to make sure you have your dates correct. Check out our Summer Conference website and mark your calendars with important dates.
Deadline extended to March 5. The National Civic League invites tribes, towns, cities, counties, and regions to apply for the 2026 All-America City Award, the nation’s most prestigious community recognition. For 77 years, the award has honored communities that embody the spirit of democracy through collaboration, innovation, and civic engagement.
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Registration for MMLCon26 opens in a month, so now is the time to prepare. With exciting things planned for the 90th celebration, you don't want to miss out.
Join us virtually on Tuesday, February 17 at noon as we provide an overview of the event registration process that will include:
The MML Flickr is the official photo gallery of the League. Relive your favorite MML moments by taking a moment to scroll through our gallery. Don't forget to follow our page to make sure you're updated on new uploads from an MML event. You might see yourself on the featured highlights page.
The "If I Were Mayor...I Would..." essay contest is the League’s longest running ambassador program. The program is designed to help Maryland's fourth graders develop an understanding of municipal government and the role of the mayor. Each year, nearly 3,000 essays are submitted by students, describing how they would honor the traditions of the past while keeping up with the innovation of the future.
Join the Engagement and Outreach Committee during their virtual reading session on March 12. The essays are short, fun, and insightful. Witness firsthand what the great minds of Maryland's future community leaders have to say.
As the 2026 legislative session continues, the Maryland Municipal League is actively monitoring several key bills scheduled for testimony next week. To ensure the municipal perspective is accurately represented in the record, we are inviting member cities and towns to submit written comments on the following items. These contributions are vital to documenting the local impact of proposed state policy before the committees of jurisdiction.
The specific bills and their respective hearing dates are listed below:
On Wednesday, January 21, Governor Wes Moore formally introduced his budget bills (SB 282/HB 390 & SB 284/HB 392) for the State of Maryland’s 2027 fiscal year. See our municipal analysis below.
Calling all municipal leaders: Join us for an unforgettable day of civic engagement on March 5, 2026.
The Maryland Municipal League's educational partners at the University of Maryland's School of Public Policy published a new article on Social Equity in Public Budgeting in the Journal of Public Budgeting, Accounting and Financial Management. John Ronquillo, Director of the University's Institute for Public Leadership, and Assistant Professor Juan Pablo Martinez Guzman's paper looks at how consideration of social equity is incorporated into developing public budgets, including how social equity considerations vary across different governments.
Thank you, to all who attended the Joint Opening Day of Session Legislative Reception. Did you stop by our selfie station? Check out our FlickR account, to see if you are in the mix of photos, packed with big smiles and good vibes. https://www.flickr.com/photos/mdmunicipal/
The countdown to #MMLCon26 registration has begun. Although summer conference registration doesn't open until March 2, you wouldn't want to miss out on our event refresher Lunch and Learn webinar to help you prepare to get your officials signed up.
Join us on Tuesday, February 17 at noon as we provide an overview of the event registration process that will include:
Join the Rural Maryland Council and the Maryland Heritage Areas Program for a grant information session and workshop on Tuesday, January 13, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.. Hosted by the Stories of the Chesapeake Heritage Area, Heart of Chesapeake Country Heritage Area, and Beach to Bay Heritage Area, this free event, sponsored by the Waterfowl Festival, is an opportunity to learn more about two state-level grant programs and hone your skills as a grant writer.
Get ready for another year of exciting and memorable events. From virtual webinars to our annual "If I were mayor, I would..." Essay Contest ceremony, you won't want to miss out. Save the dates for all MML events and stay in the loop with any updates, as we prepare for our special 90th anniversary celebration!
We are excited to announce our Annual Maryland Mayors Association (MMA) Winter Conference, to be held March 4-6, 2026 in Annapolis. This event offers networking opportunities with your counterparts throughout Maryland, educational sessions with key experts, advocacy updates, roundtable discussions, and a private VIP event.
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