Do I need to Register as a Lobbyist?

December 19, 2023

Do I need to register as a lobbyist? Are you paying a third-arty or being paid to influence Commission Action? If no, you do not need to register. If yes, do you qualify for an exemption? If you do qualify as an exemption, you do not need to register If you do not qualify for an exemption, did you pay or receive more than $2,500 for lobbying during a reporting period? If yes, you must register as a lobbyist. If no, did you pay or receive more than $1,000 for Grass Roots Activities. If yes, you need to register as a lobbyist. If no, did you buy gifts worth $100 or pay or incur business expenses or at least $500 to influence Commission Action? If yes, you must register as a lobbyist. If no, you do not need to register as a lobbyist.

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M-NCPPC Prince George’s County Planning Board Welcomes New Commissioner Gloria Gary Lawlah, M.A.

July 07, 2026

LARGO, MD – The Prince George’s County Planning Board of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) welcomes Gloria Gary Lawlah, M.A. as a member of the five-member Planning Board. Appointed by Prince George’s County Executive Aisha N. Braveboy and confirmed by the Prince…

Unwind Outdoors with Montgomery Parks’ Sunset Yoga

July 06, 2026

WHEATON, Md. â€“ Montgomery Parks invites the community to start the week with Sunset Yoga, a free beginner yoga class on the shores of Lake Needwood on Monday evenings from 7 to 8 p.m., starting on July 13. Mondays can be stressful and Sunset…

Montgomery Parks announces heat-related closures and offers ways to beat the heat as heatwave grips the area

July 02, 2026

WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery Parks staff are closely monitoring this week’s skyrocketing temperatures and humidity to ensure the safety of park visitors.  Read more about heat-related closures at Montgomery Parks