Mammogram Screening for Women in Their 40s
December 08 2011
There's new information about the importance of Mammogram Screening for Women in their 40s.
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December 18, 2011
Public Hearing to be Held on December 22nd at 10:00 a.m.
ANNAPOLIS – The Governor’s Redistricting Advisory Committee (GRAC) released its unanimous recommendations for Maryland’s state legislative district boundary lines. The Governor and the Committee invite the public to comment on the recommendations during a public hearing scheduled for Thursday, December 22, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the Joint Hearing Room, Legislative Services Building, in Annapolis, Maryland.
The map recommended by GRAC directly reflects the demographics of the State, the population trends that have occurred over the past decade, and the extensive public comments that the Committee heard from hundreds of Marylanders in 12 public hearings across the State, and in written comments.
“Throughout this process, the Governor’s Redistricting Advisory Committee made an extraordinary effort to take into account the many concerns and comments from experts and citizens from across Maryland,” said Secretary Jeanne Hitchcock. “As chair of the Committee, I believe the map we are submitting to the Governor accurately reflects the population shifts and the diversity of Maryland.”
“This map is a fair and balanced proposal,” said Senate President Thomas V. Mike Miller, Jr. “The Commission faced the very difficult task of taking into account the many recommendations we heard from counties, towns, communities and local elected officials and we did our very best to address their concerns while also remaining in full compliance with federal and State law.”
“The Committee has worked diligently to create a fair map that incorporates the public testimony, adheres to the Voting Rights Act, adjusts for population and demographic shifts and respects county and municipal boundaries,” said Speaker Michael E. Busch. “I am confident this map reflects the changing face of Maryland and ensures every Marylander will have a voice in Annapolis.”
GRAC began its work based on the current legislative district map, drawn by the Maryland Court of Appeals in 2002. The Committee was guided by State and federal Constitutional and legal provisions, and has produced a product that enhances minority voting rights, pays exceptional attention to respecting natural and political boundaries, and results in districts that are compact, contiguous, and protect communities.
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GRAC’s recommendations treat all regions of the State, and both political parties, fairly.
GRAC’s recommendations were well informed by the public testimony that we received across the State. The recommended map reflects what we heard from people across the State, as evidenced by the following examples:
GRAC is pleased to present these recommendations, and looks forward to hearing public comment on the proposal. The recommended map clearly complies with the letter and spirit of federal and State Constitutional and legal provisions.
GRAC was created on July 4, 2011 by Governor Martin O’Malley. The Honorable Jeanne Hitchcock served as Chair, and Senate President Thomas V. Mike Miller, Jr., House Speaker Michael E. Busch, The Honorable James J. King, and Richard Stewart served on the Committee.
November 19, 2011
I am thankful for the many blessings you all have brought me this past year.
As I look forward to the Legislative Session in January, I pledge my continued commitment to the ideals we share of limited government, reduced spending, no new taxes, and support of small businesses. Please don’t hesitate to contact me at 410-841-3278 or here on my site with any questions or concerns.
For those seeking information on my Delegate Scholarship, please contact my aide, Judi Wobensmith, at the above number after January 1,2012. She will send you the application. Please note all completed applications MUST be received in my office by April 1, 2012. Late applications are not considered for awards.
As always, I consider it an honor to represent you to the Maryland House of Delegates. Simply put, I love my job and am so grateful to you for giving it to me.
Sincerely,
December 08 2011
There's new information about the importance of Mammogram Screening for Women in their 40s.
November 22 2011
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Maryland Right to Life
Maryland Business for a Responsible Government
National Rifle Association
Baltimore Ravens (just cuz I love them!!!)
August 30 2010
Mike Fiore of Fiore Winery and Peter Ianiello of Mt. Felix Winery have the pleasure of flanking Delegate Donna Stifler at the unveiling of the Piedmont Wine Trail last September.