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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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Montgomery Parks celebrates special national designation for trails in Germantown

April 06, 2026

Montgomery Parks is honored that trails in and around Germantown have been recognized by The International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA), which has named Germantown as a 2026 IMBA Trail Town. This new national designation honors communities with an exceptional commitment…

Montgomery County Planning Board and Planning Department announce April 2026 calendar of events - Montgomery Planning

March 31, 2026

Wheaton, Md. – The Montgomery County Planning Board and the Montgomery County Planning Department, both part of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), announced their April 2026 calendar of events and meetings.   The public can participate in Planning Board meetings by testifying in-person, testifying virtually, over the phone, or by sending written…

M-NCPPC Prince George’s County Planning Board Welcomes New Commissioners Brittany Jenkins and Lori Matthews

March 20, 2026

LARGO, MD – The Prince George’s County Planning Board of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) welcomes Brittany Jenkins and Lori Matthews as members of the five-member Planning Board. Appointed by Prince George’s County Executive Aisha N. Braveboy and confirmed by the Prince…