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SB 309

Department of Veterans and Military Families - Communications, Outreach, and Advocacy Program - Alterations

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Ben Brooks and 2 co-sponsors

Maryland law modifies the Department of Veterans and Military Families' outreach and advocacy operations, potentially expanding or restructuring how the state communicates with and supports military families.

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 269
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Bill Summary · SB 309

Legislative bill overview

SB 309 modifies Maryland's Department of Veterans and Military Families' communications, outreach, and advocacy program by altering its structure, scope, or operational procedures. The bill was introduced by Ben Brooks, Mary Beth Carozza, and Bryan Simonaire, and received gubernatorial approval in May 2025, becoming Chapter 269 of Maryland law.

Why is this important

Veterans' outreach and advocacy programs directly affect how military families access critical benefits, healthcare, employment assistance, and support services. Alterations to these programs can expand or reduce the reach and effectiveness of state-level veteran support infrastructure, impacting thousands of Marylanders who have served in the military.

Potential points of contention

  • Resource allocation: Changes may redirect funding or staffing, potentially benefiting some veteran populations while reducing support for others
  • Scope expansion vs. feasibility: Broadened advocacy duties could enhance services or create unfunded mandates on the department
  • Private vs. public advocacy role: Disputes over whether the department should actively lobby for veteran interests or maintain a neutral informational stance

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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