The Ready Report

Thank you Carroll County!

Dear Friend -- I just want to say thank you - thank you for your support, friendship and prayers during the past four years and especially this election season. We won a big victory on Tuesday in my race for the State Senate, winning 72%-28%. We had some really good news -...

Early Voting Begins Today

Good Morning! After all the commercials, door-knocking and mailing - people start casting ballots today in Maryland as early voting begins and runs through November 1st. The polls are open every day from 10 a.m. through 8.p.m. If you are concerned you might not have time or be...

Ready Report October 22nd: Early Voting Starts this Thursday, News from the Campaign, and More!

Ready Report October 22 Good Afternoon! We are barreling our way to November 6th, and the election will be here before you know it! Over these last 15 days of the campaign, I humbly ask for your support not only for myself but our entire District 5 Team; Delegates Krebs, Rose, and Shoemaker, and of course, Governor Hogan.

Ready Report September 24: Senator Ready Plans to Reintroduce Laura and Reid's Law, Upcoming Events, and More

Ready Report September 24th Good Morning Everyone! I hope everyone had a nice and relaxing weekend. As we gear up for the general election, Team Hogan has been working hard to ensure we continue to keep Maryland on the prosperous path Governor Hogan has put the state on. Senator Ready and Delegates Krebs, Rose,...

Senator Justin Ready & Family of Slain Howard County Teacher to Re-Introduce Legislation Protecting Expectant Mothers

For Immediate ReleaseContact: Meg Butler (410) 841-3683September 7, 2018 Senator Justin Ready & Family of Slain Howard County Teacher to Re-Introduce Legislation Protecting Expectant Mothers With the news of Tyler Tessier’s suicide yesterday, the Wallen family was again denied justice.Tessier was charged with first degree murder for Laura’s death, but since Reid was only 14weeks in development...

Ready Report 8/28: Carroll Cooling Centers, Meet Craig Wolf, and More!

Good Afternoon – I hope everyone is enjoying the last few days of summer - even with it getting really hot again this week. While it’s disappointing that summer is almost over, it’s exciting to welcome a new school year and the start of football season! In addition, the election season is heating up. I've included some updates below:

Ready Report August 13th

Ready Report August 13th We're in the dog days of August - the return to school for students is just around the corner - but there's a lot going on locally and around the state. First, some information about the impact of the recent heavy rain and storms we've had in our region: Road Closure Information:Carroll County has been pelted...

Happy Independence Day

Happy Independence Day! As we celebrate the 242nd birthday of the United States of America, it is important that we pause to reflect on how blessed we are to live in this great country. Civility in American politics is at an all-time low, and at times it feels that the divisiveness within our country is beyond repair. Because of that...

CC Times OpEd: Please Support Team Hogan

The past four years serving as your State Senator; working with Governor Hogan, have been a great honor and privilege. The responsibility of representing the concerns of Carroll County residents as well as the importance of standing up for what I believe to be right is one that I take very seriously. We’ve made a lot of progress reforming state...

Early Voting Begins TODAY

Good Morning -- The Republican primary in Maryland starts today as early voting begins and runs through June 21st The polls are open every day from 10a.m. through 8.p.m. If you are concerned you might not have time or be out of town on primary day, June 26th, I encourage you to vote early. For the first time there are...

You're Invited to the 8th Annual Business Breakfast Roundtable Hosted by Senator Ready

Good Afternoon! I wanted to reach out to you personally to invite you to my 8th Annual Business Breakfast fundraiser, taking place just 11 days from now. This is a great event each year held with local business and community leaders where we get the chance to discuss legislation from this past session and what’s coming down the road. This...

Ready Report May 30th: Events with AG Candidate Craig Wolf and Senator Ready Business Breakfast

Ready Report May 30th Good Afternoon Everyone! I hope everyone had a great Memorial Day Weekend. Ruth and I made sure we took time out to pray for and reflect on the sacrifices made by our service men and women. We are thankful for the sacrifices made by our fallen heroes who fought to preserve our freedom.

End of Session 2018: News from Annapolis

April 12, 2018 The 2018 Maryland General Assembly Session concluded at midnight on Monday. This letter attempts to summarize the major issues that the 47 Senators and 141 Delegates have dealt with over the past 90 days. It is an honor to serve as your State Senator. My goal is to keep you informed on the battle to...

Ready Report March 19: The Fight for Tax Reform

Ready Report- March 19, 2018Good Afternoon everyone. Session has reached its own version of March Madness with three weeks left in the 2018 Legislative Session. Governor Hogan and General Assembly Republicans Fight for State Income Tax Reform. Earlier in Session 2018, I informed you of my support for Governor Hogan’s tax relief package. The Governor’s plan was to “hold Marylanders...

Ready Report March 27: March Madness, Congressman Harris Visit, and More!

Ready Report- March 27, 2018Good Afternoon everyone! We are at the two-minute warning of the 2018 General Assembly Session. With only two weeks left to go, a lot of news will be coming from Annapolis. I will do my best to keep you up to date on any developments. Senator Ready and Family at the...

Carroll County Delegation Secures Funding for Key Local Projects om State Capital Budget

April 9, 2018 For Immediate Release: Contact: Andy Baranauskas (410) 841-3683 Carroll County Delegation Secures Funding for Key Local Projects in State Capital Budget Annapolis: Last week the Maryland General Assembly voted to enact Governor Hogan’s FY2019 Capital...

Ready Report March 19: March Madness in Annapolis

Ready Report February 26: Defending the First Amendment, Protecting our Law Enforcement, and More!

Ready Report- February 26, 2018 We are officially past the halfway point of the 2018 General Assembly Session. You can always stay up to date on what’s going on in Annapolis by following me the major social media platforms; Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. District Night 2018: Thank you to all who were able to attend...

Senator Ready Delivers Lincoln Day Address to the General Assembly

State Senator Justin Ready gave the following address to the members of the Maryland General Assembly on Monday, February 12th, 2018. You can listen to the audio version of this address here. Click on Monday, February 12, 2018, and fastforward to around 33 mins. Mr. President, Leader Peters, Leader Jennings, and Senate colleagues,...

Ready Report February 5: Senator Ready Introduces Laura and Reid's Law

Ready Report- February 5, 2018 We are about to start week number five of the 2018 Session. If you want all the best access and inside scoop on what’s going on in Annapolis, I invite you to like my Facebook page or follow me on Twitter and Instagram. You can always reach me with your thoughts directly at [email protected]

Ready Report January 29: Ready works with Governor Hogan to Champion Redistricting Reform, Carroll Farms Reach Century Farm Status, and More!

Ready Report- January 29, 2018 Good afternoon! Session 2018 is in full swing. I want to invite you to like my Facebook page or follow me on Twitter and Instagram to keep up with what is going on in Annapolis. You can always reach me with your thoughts directly at [email protected] Senator Ready Championing Redistricting Reform with Governor Hogan...

Ready Report January 18: Help us Stop Sanctuary State, District Night, and More!

Ready Report- January 18, 2018 Good afternoon! We hit the ground running last week as the 2018 Legislative Session is now in full swing. I want to hear from you about ideas to improve our state. You can always reach me with your thoughts directly at [email protected] Help Us Stop Harmful Sanctuary State Legislation The Annapolis...

Ready Report Jan 11: Thank you for Your Support, Tax Relief, and more!

Ready Report- January 11, 2018 Good afternoon! Yesterday the General Assembly convened in Annapolis for the 2018 Session. Maryland operates with a “Citizen Legislature”. Senators and Delegates work in various fields during the year, but assemble for 90 days for their Districts in Annapolis. Throughout the Session I'll be doing my best to keep you up to...

Ready Report January 4: Session 2018 Starts Soon, Hogan Helps MD Taxpayers, and MD Regulatory Reform

Ready Report- January 4, 2018 Good afternoon! I hope you and your family have had a great start to 2018. I'm certainly getting off to a fast start as the Maryland General Assembly 2018 Session begins next week! Throughout the 90-day Session I'll be doing my best to keep you up to date on what's happening...

Merry Christmas from Senator Justin Ready

Merry Christmas! As we head into this weekend, my family and I want to wish you and your family a wonderful Christmas. We hope you have a relaxing and fun time. I look forward to reconnecting with you in the New Year! Luke 2:10-14: Behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people....