During the 90-day session of the Maryland General Assembly (January 13 through April 12, 2010), bills that may
have possible impact to Maryland's forest resources, the environment, landowner rights, forest products industry
and other related issues of concern are reviewed and monitored by MFA's Policy Committee. When appropriate,
the Policy Committee drafts position papers, sends action alerts to our members, prepares testimony and
testifies at the bill hearings in Annapolis.
Bills must return to their chamber of origin either as "passed enrolled" or"returned passed" by April 12th in order to
proceed to the Governor for his consideration. HOW A BILL BECOMES A LAW
MFA positions on bills are posted once they are determined the Policy Committee based on how they relate to
MFA's Mission and policy statements. Position options are:
Support Written or oral testimony in support
Monitor Favorable Potential positive impact. Watch amends to see if need for action occurs
FYI No formal position, may be of interest to some MFA members
Monitor Unfavorable Potential negative impact. Watch amends to see if need for action occurs
Oppose Written or oral testimony in opposition
More can be learned about MFA's concerns expressed to the 2010 General Assembly by viewing MFA's
Legislative Notebook.
Comments regarding any MFA position may be directed to MFA's Policy Committee in care of MFA Executive
Director Karin Miller via e-mail at director@mdforests.org
Learn more about the Maryland General Assembly, its members, the bill process and view the complete
electronic version of any bill and its status by visiting their website at http://mlis.state.md.us/
General Assembly Committee Rosters Senate Committee House Committees
Advocacy 101 - Get the tools to be an effective Advocate. The Chesapeake Bay Foundation website has an
excellent Advocacy Center at www.cbf.org . Follow the links to learn tips on:
MFA does not monitor federal bills. MFA does partner with the American Forests and Paper Association (AF&PA)
To learn about federal issues impacting forestry, we encourage you to visit AF&PA's Grow the Vote site.
have possible impact to Maryland's forest resources, the environment, landowner rights, forest products industry
and other related issues of concern are reviewed and monitored by MFA's Policy Committee. When appropriate,
the Policy Committee drafts position papers, sends action alerts to our members, prepares testimony and
testifies at the bill hearings in Annapolis.
Bills must return to their chamber of origin either as "passed enrolled" or"returned passed" by April 12th in order to
proceed to the Governor for his consideration. HOW A BILL BECOMES A LAW
MFA positions on bills are posted once they are determined the Policy Committee based on how they relate to
MFA's Mission and policy statements. Position options are:
Support Written or oral testimony in support
Monitor Favorable Potential positive impact. Watch amends to see if need for action occurs
FYI No formal position, may be of interest to some MFA members
Monitor Unfavorable Potential negative impact. Watch amends to see if need for action occurs
Oppose Written or oral testimony in opposition
More can be learned about MFA's concerns expressed to the 2010 General Assembly by viewing MFA's
Legislative Notebook.
Comments regarding any MFA position may be directed to MFA's Policy Committee in care of MFA Executive
Director Karin Miller via e-mail at director@mdforests.org
Learn more about the Maryland General Assembly, its members, the bill process and view the complete
electronic version of any bill and its status by visiting their website at http://mlis.state.md.us/
General Assembly Committee Rosters Senate Committee House Committees
Advocacy 101 - Get the tools to be an effective Advocate. The Chesapeake Bay Foundation website has an
excellent Advocacy Center at www.cbf.org . Follow the links to learn tips on:
- How to Write a Letter to Your Lawmaker
- How to Write a Letter to the Editor
- How to Arrange a Meeting with Your Lawmaker
- How to Prepare Testimony
- Map of Maryland's Congressional and Legislative Districts
- Maryland State Board of Elections
MFA does not monitor federal bills. MFA does partner with the American Forests and Paper Association (AF&PA)
To learn about federal issues impacting forestry, we encourage you to visit AF&PA's Grow the Vote site.
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| Maryland Forests Association, Inc. P.O. Box 599, Grantsville, MD 21536 ph: 301-895-5369 director@mdforests.org visit MFA's blog for news and announcements |
| For a grassroots organization with a shoestring budget, MFA consistently accomplishes amazing things. It is a testimony to the dedication of our volunteers and support of our members. Karin E. Miller MFA Executive Director |
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