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Giving Tuesday:
Read Full Article Here: UULM-MD December 2nd, 2025 Immigration Update Giving Tuesday is a global generosity movement, unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world. It strives to build a world in which the catalytic power of generosity is at the heart of the society we build together, unlocking dignity, opportunity, and equity around the globe. People can show their generosity in a variety of ways during Giving Tuesday—whether i

Ashley Egan
3 days ago2 min read


2026 UULM-MD Legislative Kickoff
Read Full Article Here: https://prod.cdn.everyaction.com/emails/van/TSM/TSMUU/1/106704/REPN2pSC_bCB245i_G22u4Yy1itlDOh-tOQLx4X0d2K_archive 2026 UULM-MD Legislative Kickoff This year's kickoff will be on January 31st, 2025 at the UU Church of Annapolis and online. In addition to planning for the upcoming General Assembly, this is our 20th Legislative Kickoff and we will be looking back at our 20 years of activism in Maryland. Please use the button below to purchase tickets. Sp

Ashley Egan
Oct 293 min read


This Friday: Health Care for All Coalition Webinar
Read Full Article Here: https://prod.cdn.everyaction.com/emails/van/TSM/TSMUU/1/106704/hDqQv5DT_-RtEAhTn0GexQ4oQfxjZKkaA1o7GoV6zSB_archive In the current climate, many people have questions about federal changes to health care in Maryland, enrollment in health coverage, consumer protections for insurance, and access to vaccines. We, as well as our friends and family, will be affected by the devastating changes and proposals of the Federal government on health care. Since U

Ashley Egan
Oct 281 min read


Only the People Can Save us! An Approach to Activism Today
As autocracy continues to exert more and more control of our Federal Government, many UUs are scrambling to find ways to resist and to protect those targeted by the Chief Executive. Some sign every petition, attend every rally, and write every letter that every organization requests. But trying to do everything asked of you can lead to burnout and discouragement if some things don’t go the way you had hoped. We suggest that you look at your own interests and capabilities, the
Stephen Buckingham
Oct 209 min read


Advocacy for Nonprofits
Share Link: https://prod.cdn.everyaction.com/emails/van/TSM/TSMUU/1/106704/aHcfw4EwvJWqXJ1ddnO_J3Q0bgLmLYLpHPAHhMub3RO_archive A lot more Marylanders have become more active in governmental affairs this year due to the new Federal Administration in Washington, and many are working with faith groups, congregations and other nonprofits. As a result, there appears to be considerable confusion about how nonprofits and their members can be involved in advocacy, electoral work, and

Ashley Egan
Oct 165 min read


Committees Face Deadlines to Act
Read Full Article Here: March 10th Digest Status of Priority Bills As of this past week, all of UULM-MD's priority measures have been...

Ashley Egan
Mar 104 min read


Remaining Priority Bills To Be Heard
Read Full Digest Here: March 3rd Digest This week, nine of our remaining UULM-MD priority bills will be heard in committee, with two...

Ashley Egan
Mar 32 min read


The Halfway Point: Attention Shifts to Committee Voting Sessions
Read Full Digest Here: Feb. 24, 2025 Digest We now have 37 priority measures comprised of 64 bills (due to companion bills filed in each...

Ashley Egan
Feb 242 min read


Priority Bills Moving Out of Committees
Read Full Newsletter here: February 17th Digest This past week, five of our priority bills were brought to a vote in committee, and one...

Ashley Egan
Feb 172 min read


Successful Annual Legislative Kickoff
Our Legislative Kick Off, members from around the state joined us and our partners, CASA, Maryland Health Care for All, MA4JR, and...

Ashley Egan
Feb 102 min read


Most Priority Issues Introduced & More Bills Have Hearings This Week
Check out the Full Digest Here: Digest #3 Feb. 3, 2025 Today, Monday, February 3, is the Senate deadline to submit bills. The House...

Ashley Egan
Feb 32 min read


Climate and Environmental Lobby Nights for the 2025 Legislative Session of the Maryland General Assembly
One of the greatest benefits of working in coalition with other Climate Justice and Environmental groups is the ability to leverage the...

Phil Webster
Jan 153 min read


General Assembly Opens
Read Full Digest Here: January 13, 2025 On Wednesday, January 8, the Maryland Senate and House of Delegates convened for its 90-day...

Ashley Egan
Jan 132 min read


How to Deal with the New Political Environment
After processing how we feel about the election results, we need to understand the potential impacts and prepare to take action as...
Stephen Buckingham
Dec 10, 20245 min read


Maryland UU the Vote 2024 Election Report
All of us are processing the results of the 2024 Presidential Election, but we need to take the time to celebrate the efforts of many UUs...
Stephen Buckingham
Nov 23, 20244 min read


Maryland UU the Vote Efforts Underway!
We have activated our Democracy Team to lead Maryland UUs in defending our electoral process and our democratic institutions. This means...
Stephen Buckingham
Jul 31, 20242 min read


Final Results of the 2024 Session
At midnight on Monday, April 8, the General Assembly adjourned “sine die” (with no appointed date to reconvene – this year). By that...
Stephen Buckingham
Apr 10, 20242 min read


Priority Bills That Crossed Over
The following bills have passed their chamber of origin (House or Senate) and crossed over to the opposite chamber (Senate or House) for...
Stephen Buckingham
Mar 19, 20245 min read


More Important Bills Advancing
This past week, we have s een the following bills move their way towards passage: SB 119 - Legally Protected Health Care -...
Stephen Buckingham
Mar 3, 20246 min read


The Halfway Point: Attention Shifts to Committee Voting Sessions
We now have 27 priority measures comprised of 50 bills (due to companion bills filed in each chamber), and as of Friday, the exact...
Stephen Buckingham
Feb 24, 20243 min read
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