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 Raises Concerns Over Prince George’s County’s FY27 Budget

June 09, 2026

LARGO, Md. (June 9, 2026) — Prince George’s County finalized its Fiscal Year 2027 budget and The Maryland‑National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M‑NCPPC) is providing important context and transparency for residents about the impact of recent budget decisions on the…

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) will hold an emergency meeting of the Full Commission on Friday, May 29, 2026, at 2:00 p.m.

May 28, 2026

The meeting will be held in a virtual-only format. To view meeting details and an agenda, visit www.mncppc.org.

Historic carousel returns as Montgomery Parks reopens Ovid Hazen Wells Recreational Park

May 20, 2026

Wheaton, Md. – Montgomery Parks celebrated the grand reopening of Ovid Hazen Wells Recreational Park on Saturday, May 16, 2026, marking the completion of major renovations.  Families gathered for the celebration as children lined up eagerly for the debut of the Ovid Hazen Wells…