January 31, 2025
Ready Report: Week 4 Update, Fighting High Energy Costs, District 5 Night & More
The fourth week of the Maryland General Assembly Legislative Session has concluded. Here is an update on what happened this week in Annapolis, as well as some developments from Carroll County.
Click the picture below to watch my Weekly Video Update for Session Week 4:
ICYMI: BGE & Energy Policy Update
Throughout the past couple weeks, I have heard from many constituents who are concerned about increases in their BGE bills. This week, I sent out an email explaining why this is happening, breaking down some of Maryland’s short-sighted and failing energy policies and steps I’m taking to try to address it. You can read this email by clicking here. I will do my best to keep you updated on energy policy moving forward.
Ready in the Press:
Last Friday, I had the chance to discuss a wide range of state issues including education, taxes and energy on the C4 & Bryan Nehman Show on WBAL Radio 1090 AM. It’s about 19 minutes – you can listen by clicking here.
District 5 Requests Carroll Board of Zoning Appeals to reject Ethiopian Megachurch Variance on Bachman Valley Road:
As you may have heard, the Tersha Tsion Menfes Kidus Church & Merafe Kidusam Kidst Arsema Andinet Monastery is seeking to build a megachurch at 2239 Bachmans Valley Road. We have heard from many neighbors and hear your concerns. The Carroll County Delegation sent the following letter to the members of the Carroll County Board of Zoning Appeals:
Farmers Could Qualify for Federal Emergency Loan Assistance due to 2023 & 2024 Severe Droughts
The United States Department of Agriculture has issued a disaster designation for many Maryland farmers – including in Baltimore, Carroll & Frederick counties affected by the summer’s heat and droughts. Some farmers may be eligible for federal emergency loan assistance. More details can be found by clicking the link here, and filling out a quick questionnaire.
District 5 & Carroll County Night in Annapolis:
You are cordially invited to attend “An Evening in Annapolis with the Carroll County Delegation” on February 17th, from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. The event will take place in the Miller Senate Office Building, in President’s Conference Center East (11 Bladen Street, Annapolis, Maryland 21401).
All District 5 residents are invited to this event as is anyone else in Carroll County as Senator Chris West & Delegate Josh Stonko who represent the rest of Carroll County in District 42C will be joining us. This is a free event where refreshments will be served.
Following the event, guests are welcome to walk over to the Statehouse and watch either the House or Seante session at 8pm. Please bring a photo ID with you for entry into both the office building and Statehouse.
NOTE: Pocketknives are not permitted so leave those behind in your vehicle or at home.
RSVP: Senator Justin Ready at 410-841-3683 or email [email protected].
Senatorial Scholarships Available
If you are or know a high school senior or college student, please consider applying for a Senatorial Scholarship. For more information or to request an application, email Emily Van Horn at [email protected] and include your full address. Scholarships will be accepted up to April 15, 2025.
The Trumpower Foundation Scholarship
Last year, The Harold Glen and Audrey G. Benson Trumpower Foundation Scholarship Fund awarded 76 scholarships to Carroll County students, totaling more than $729,000.
Applications for the 2025-26 school year must be completed online. Scholarships are awarded to Carroll County residents who are pursuing post-secondary education, including undergraduate and graduate degrees, or certifications. Scholarship money can be used to pay tuition, room and board, books, and other fees; and can be used for part-time or full-time study. Please learn more in the attached press release and visit our website to learn more and access the application at TrumpowerScholarships.org. The application must be completed online by 11:59 p.m. on Feb. 28. Students must complete the FAFSA before applying.
Get more information and apply at TrumpowerScholarships.com. Reach out to our Community Impact team at 301-695-7660 or email [email protected] with questions.
Have a great week ahead and please reach out with any questions.
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