While voting on budget measures that will impact Marylander’s wallets, I offered this amendment to provide real relief not only to those who rely on transportation, but also to those who do so to work, live, and thrive in our State. One of the most disingenuous moves I have ever observed in Annapolis was to raise vehicle fees by way of the “BRFA” (Budget Reconciliation and Financing Act), which did so without a direct vote on raising the fees themselves. In an attempt to correct this and set the record straight, I offered a good-faith amendment to revert these burdensome costs to what they were in fiscal year 2024. I was encouraged to see a relatively large number of the majority caucus members join the minority party in this attempt. While the vote was regretfully unsuccessful, I will continue to advocate for the citizens of Cecil County and their economic well-being.
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