How a bill becomes a law: Prince George's County Council (Infographic)
The legislative process in the Prince George's County Council plays a crucial role in shaping local laws and policies. Understanding this...
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Jun 12, 20234 min read
CLPA List of Upcoming DC Area Policy Meetings (June 12-June 16)
This week, various local government bodies across the DC metropolitan area are convening for legislative meetings to discuss and...
Jun 7, 20231 min read
Bill Report: B25-0034 - Expanding Access to Fertility Treatment Amendment Act of 2023
B25-0034, "Expanding Access to Fertility Treatment Amendment Act of 2023," is a proposed amendment to Washington D.C.'s Women's Health...
Jun 6, 20233 min read
Bill Report: B25-0164, the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Temporary Amendment Act of 2023
Since the 2020 murder of George Floyd, discussions surrounding police reform and accountability have gained significant momentum. In...
Jun 5, 20233 min read
CLPA List of Upcoming DC Area Policy Meetings (June 4-June 9)
While most legislative bodies are currently out of session or conducting routine meetings with limited policy coverage, the DC Council...
Jun 1, 20232 min read
Emergency Rent Control: DC Council to Debate Crucial Amendment
Though initially scheduled for this week, the DC Council did not consider B25-0293 - Rent Stabilized Housing Inflation Protection...
May 30, 20233 min read
CLPA List of Upcoming DC Area Policy Meetings (May 30-June 2)
After the Memorial Day holiday, most legislative bodies in the DC area are on recess this week. However, there are a few important...
May 24, 20232 min read
Public Hearing on June 13th: Montgomery County Discusses New Short-Term Rental Regulations
On June 13th, the Montgomery County Council will hold a public hearing on Bill 22-23, Transient Lodging Facilities - Short-Term Residential
May 23, 20232 min read
Washington, DC Mayor issues violence reduction order and introduces new legislation
Recent reports in the media have highlighted how crime in Washington, DC, has reached record highs. Overall, crime in 2023 is up 25%...
May 22, 20233 min read
CLPA List of Upcoming DC Area Policy Meetings (May 22-May 26)
Here are the major meetings happening in the DC Area this week. There will be no DC Council Legislative Meeting or DC State Board of...
May 19, 20233 min read
Institution Spotlight: Charles County's Planning and Growth Management Department
This week, CLPA is highlighting another utilized but poorly understood agency. Today we highlight Charles County's Planning and Growth...
May 17, 20231 min read
Vote Report: DC Council approves resolution supporting the end of the economic blockade of Cuba
Yesterday, the DC Council voted and adopted resolution PR25-0113, "Sense of the Council on the Restoration of Cuban American Relations...
May 16, 20231 min read
DC Resolution to declare that the US should end the economic blockade of Cuba to be voted on today
Today, the DC Council will vote on resolution PR25-0113, "Sense of the Council on the Restoration of Cuban American Relations Resolution...
May 15, 20233 min read
CLPA List of Upcoming DC Area Policy Meetings (May 15-May 19)
It's a busy policy week across the DC Area. In DC, there is a Legislative Meeting on Tuesday at noon. During the meeting, the Council...
May 12, 20233 min read
Institution Spotlight: Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC)
Today we are highlighting the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). THe M-NCPPC has been a driving force in...
May 11, 20232 min read
Police Transparency and Accountability Bill Has First Reading in PGC Council
CB-056-2023, known as "Community Policing Data and Reports," was recently presented to the Prince George's County Council by...
May 8, 20233 min read
CLPA List of Upcoming DC Area Policy Meetings (May 8-May 13)
This week in the DC Area, there will be ongoing budget discussions related to the FY24 budget. The Montgomery County Council and Board of...
May 4, 20231 min read
Update: Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Temporary Amendment Act Vote Postponed
On Tuesday, the DC Council was scheduled to hear B25-0164 - Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Temporary Amendment Act of 2023...
May 2, 20233 min read
Bill to Reduce the Use of Plastic Carryout Bags in Second Reading (PGC Council)
CB-032-2023, the Better Bag Bill, is in its second reading in the Prince George's County Council. The Better Bag Bill aims to reduce the...
May 1, 20233 min read
CLPA List of Upcoming DC Area Policy Meetings (May 1-May 5)
It is budget time for a number of jurisdictions in the DC area this week. Montgomery County Council, the Charles County Board of...
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