2025 Statewide Victories
In the 2025 Maryland legislative session, we were more engaged and had a stronger presence in Annapolis than ever before, and it was the first year that ACT, AIM, and PATH officially came together as the Maryland Just Power Alliance!
We played a key role in coalitions that passed four bills which will have a tangible impact on people’s lives:
Climate:
STRIDE Reform (Ratepayer Protection Act) (SB937)
This bill will reduce gas companies’ wasteful spending on pipelines, protecting Maryland residents from excessive utility bills and encouraging the transition to clean energy. It passed as part of a larger climate package, the Next Generation Energy Act.
This bill will lower everyday people’s gas bills, reduce the use of dirty natural gas that harms people’s health, and reduce pollution in the state.
ReNEW Act (HB128)
A study will assess the cost of the damage greenhouse gas pollution has caused for Maryland residents.
This will pave the way for additional legislation which would fine major polluters and use the funds to help communities adapt to climate change.
Pre-K:
Mixed Delivery Model Viability Act (HB1475)
This bill requires the State Department of Education (MSDE) to study the pre-K grant system and make recommendations on ways to improve the system.
Delegate Feldmark introduced this bill after our advocacy at our November 2024 action.
Immigrants’ Rights:
Maryland Values Act (HB1222)
This bill restricts federal immigration agents from accessing non-public areas within public schools, libraries, and state-funded facilities without a warrant.
It also requires state agencies to create policies to not sell or share people’s personal data.
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