June 9, 2025
Ready Report: MD’s Cost of Living, Thank You Haven Shoemaker & Event Thursday…
Over the weekend, I took some time to reflect on and remember the ultimate sacrifice that so many Americans made on D-Day – which we commemorated on Friday. Let us never forget the courage it took to step out of those carriers and sacrifice their lives to fight evil. God bless them and God bless America.
Ready in the Press
Fox45 – Kirwan Blueprint still the biggest driver of budget deficits in the out years for Maryland. I predicted that it would need to be adjusted. We need the Democratic supermajority in the General Assembly and Governor Moore to take further action. The governor did put forward at least some changes, but they were largely watered down. More adjustments, including spreading out mandated spending increases over longer period and more flexibility for local governments and boards of education are desperately needed – along with a change in focus towards outcomes and accountability not just how much is spent. I participated in an interview with Fox 45 where I discuss this issue further, which you can watch by clicking here.
Maryland Matters – Another issue I am closely monitoring is the cost of energy in Maryland. Although democrats in Annapolis spent much of the 2025 legislative session talking about lowering energy prices, they did not go far enough to address the supply issue that our state now faces. You can read more about why the cost of energy is so high by clicking here.
Thank You State’s Attorney Haven Shoemaker
Last week, my good friend, our Carroll County State’s Attorney Haven Shoemaker announced that he would not be running again in 2026 and would be retiring. Haven has done a great job as our State’s Attorney and before that serving our county in a number of positions. He’s been a true friend and counselor to me for many years and he will truly be missed in service, but I know he’ll be finishing these last 18 months on the job strong – fighting to protect our families and keep our community safe.
3 Days to Go! –Join us June 12th for Senator Ready Annual Business Breakfast:
I want to invite you to my June 12th Annual Business Breakfast fundraiser at Greenmount Station in Hampstead. Tickets are $75 and there are also sponsorships available all by clicking here. Or, if you cannot attend but want to support our campaign, please click here to make a contribution.
This is a very important fundraising event for our campaign but it is also a great opportunity to connect and network with fellow business and political leaders. I will be discussing the outcome of the 2025 Legislative session and our Senate Republican plans to move forward.
Please click here to reserve your spot to join us in Hampstead on Thursday, June 12th – or to make a contribution to help. As always, if you’d prefer to mail a check, you can do so to “Friends of Justin Ready”, P.O. Box 402, Westminster, MD 21158.
Ready in the Community
Over the last several weeks, I have been attending High School Senior Award Ceremonies in Carroll County to present graduating students with scholarships. Many graduating seniors across Carroll County were awarded with the 2025 Senatorial Scholarship, and it brings me great joy to be able to present them in person. Congratulations to those who were selected, and also to the entire graduating class of 2025.
Congratulating scholarship awardees at Westminster High’s Awards Ceremony
41st Maryland Wine Festival Celebration – Tickets on Sale Now!
The Maryland Wine Festival will return to the Carroll County Farm Museum on Saturday, September 13, 2025 from 11 am – 5 pm. The event will feature wonderful local wines from Maryland wineries, great food from a variety of food trucks, fantastic vendors for shopping and a day of unforgettable entertainment. The event also offers beer vendors. Tickets are on sale now through the Maryland Wineries Association. This is a great opportunity to support local businesses in Carroll County, and have a fun time with your family.
Your support means so much to Ruth, me and our family. As always, feel free to reach out to my office anytime with any questions or concerns. Have a great week ahead!
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