A #livingwage for tipped workers is possible. “[Businesses] can still be profitable and not have it be on the backs of paying people a sub-minimum wage.”

#TippedWages

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It's Shop Maryland Tax-Free Week now until Aug. 19th. Gear up for back-to-school and take advantage of some fantastic savings. Whether you're filling up backpacks or updating wardrobes, it's the perfect time to shop local. #ShopMaryland #BacktoSchoolSavings #TaxFreeWeek

I released the following statement related to the serious allegations regarding a Montgomery County Public School (MCPS) principal detailed in The Washington Post today.

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As your family prepares for school, take advantage of one of the County's free back-to-school vaccination clinics. County clinics are equipped to provide required immunizations for Tdap, Meningococcal, Meningococcal B, HPV and chickenpox. Read more:
www2.montgomerycountymd.gov/mcgportalapps/…

A tornado watch is in effect for Montgomery County and neighboring jurisdictions. The watch is set to be in place until 9 p.m. Monday. Heavy rain, powerful winds with gusts over 60 mph, large hail and even tornadoes are possible in our area.

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Roadway safety is a big priority for me. That’s why I’m proud that earlier this year, the Vision Zero Network supported the STEP Act with amendment.

Read their full statement here: bit.ly/VisionZeroSTEP

Kudos to the Latino Health Initiative for a successful 10th Ama Tu Vida Health Fair, and to COTSA for their 7th Salvadorian Festival. Our community is strong because of our immigrant population, and I was so glad to join you all at @MontgomeryColl to celebrate today!

Team Jawando was proud to join MCPD for #NationalNightOut events tonight. We must keep working together for safer, more supportive communities. Special thanks to Marcus Jones, Montgomery County Department of Police, MontgomeryCo(MD)Fire, and to all of our public safety officers for your dedication and commitment.

Efforts Continue in Montgomery County to Restore Power and Clean Up Damage Following Severe Weather Weekend

More and more localities across the country are adopting rent stabilization policies that limit the amount that landlords can hike up rents

These policies have passed in Cudahy, St. Paul, and most recently Montgomery County.

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As of 8:30 a.m. today, Pepco is reporting 638 active power outages impacting Montgomery County residents. Crews continue to work safely & as quickly as possible to restore power. For updated information on restorations view the outage tracker at pepco.com/outages/experi….

It was a beautiful day to celebrate Community Day at the Enclave. Thank you to kfamechurch for organizing and to all of the government and community partners that participated.

Special Victims Investigation Division Seeks Public’s Assistance to Locate 15-Year-Old Missing Since July 11

Click below for full article.

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