Stop Ignoring the State House: The Legislative Session is When Marylanders' Opinions Can Actually Make a Difference

Everyone loves to argue about what's happening in Washington, D.C., but let me warn you—many real changes that affect your daily life are happening much closer to home. The Maryland General Assembly's 2025 legislative session is in full swing, and it's a whirlwind of new laws waiting to land on your doorstep.

The 2025 Legislative Session Convenes January 8 - April 7

As of the time of this blog post's publishing, 581 bills have already been introduced in the Senate and 713 in the House of Delegates—and they're just getting started. Every one of these bills has the potential to become a new law that impacts your taxes, your business, your freedom, and how you live your life.

Here's the kicker: Only a fraction of these bills will get meaningful scrutiny before they're voted on. Many will sail through committees and chambers with little public attention, which means laws can pass before you even realize they were up for debate.

Why Should You Care?

State laws are ones you'll actually feel. They dictate:

• How much you pay in taxes.

• What your business can and can't do.

• How schools, healthcare, and infrastructure operate in your community.

If you hate the flood of new rules and restrictions that pop up every year, you need to pay attention now.

What Can You Do?

1. Stay Informed: Track bills online through so you know what's being proposed. Check out what's been introduced in the State Senate here: https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Index/senate and in the House of Delegates here: https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Index/house

2. Speak Up: Contact your delegate or senator and tell them what you think—before they vote. Email them. Go to Annapolis to speak with them in person. You can find out who your elected officials are here: https://maryland.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=177afa87a67746a4ac5496b2d0897fb7

3. Be Active: Testify at public hearings and let lawmakers know how these bills will actually impact real people. Encourage other Marylanders to do the same.

Act Now Before New Laws Change Your Life

Don't wait until it's too late to find out how these new laws will change your life. The state legislative process is where your voice can actually make a difference, but only if you speak up.

Let's keep an eye on Annapolis—what's happening there will shape Maryland's future.