The Week Ahead

Legislators will return to Annapolis Thursday in a second special session. On the table will be adding a sixth gambling location in Prince George's County, allowing table games and internet gambling, and possibly liability issues for pet owners. The outcome of this special session is less predictable than the first, but there are some indications that whatever happens will take about a week.

One news item of note that we neglected to highlight when it happened last week was the state bond sale. On Wednesday the state sold more than $700 million in general obligation bonds at very favorable rates. The low interest rates were possible because of the actions taken by the governor and legislature to protect Maryland's AAA bond rating by drawing down the structural deficit over the last several years and responsibly balancing the budget.
 
Tuesday, August 7th

• Maryland Nonprofits offers Harnessing the Power of LinkedIn for Outreach, Networking, and Prospecting. This is a Maryland Nonprofits training; go to their website for more information or to register.

Wednesday, August 8th

• Maryland Nonprofits offers an introductory webinar about the Standards for Excellence program. This is a Maryland Nonprofits training; go to their website for more information or to register.
• Maryland Nonprofits offers Board Orientations and Handbooks. This is a Maryland Nonprofits training; go to their website for more information or to register.

Thursday, August 9th

• Senate Budget and Taxation Committee meets to discuss gaming authorization and regulation. 1pm in 3 West, Senate Office Building, Annapolis.
• Senate Finance Committee holds a briefing on interim policies proposed by the Maryland Health Benefit Exchange. 9am in 3 East, Senate Office Building, Annapolis.
• Maryland Economic Development Commission holds a board meeting. 10am to noon, Medifast Inc., 11445 Cronhill Drive, Owings Mills. 
• Maryland Nonprofits offers Special Events That Rock. This is a Maryland Nonprofits training; go to their website for more information or to register.

Friday, August 10th

• Even though the special session starts on Thursday, the House of Delegates will not convene until Friday.