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November 30, 2024 at 3:01 PM

Happy Small Business Saturday!

Our state is home to so many incredible small businesses, and this weekend is a perfect time to stop by a few of them and show your support!   Happy Small Business Saturday! With many Marylanders taking advantage of the sales this weekend, I wanted to encourage you to shop smal…

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November 28, 2024 at 2:01 PM

Have a happy and safe Thanksgiving!

Today is a day to take a moment and be with loved ones – but also a moment to remember that even during challenging times, we have so much to be grateful for.   Happy Thanksgiving! Today is a day to take a moment and be with loved ones – but also a moment to remember that even during c…

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November 18, 2024 at 2:20 PM

Making Filing Easier in Maryland

Over the past few weeks, we’ve held multiple roundtable meetings where local leaders have joined us to discuss the program and what it means for our state.   Earlier this year, the Office of the Comptroller announced that Maryland is joining the IRS Direct File program! Joining…

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November 14, 2024 at 2:25 PM

Join me on December 14!

I’m thrilled to invite you to my final event of the year – and until next spring – in one short month.   I’m thrilled to invite you to my final event of the year – and until next spring – in one short month. Join me and special guests Senate President Bill Ferguson and House S…

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November 11, 2024 at 5:01 PM

Honoring all who served

This Veterans Day, I’m proud to honor those who have served our country.   This Veterans Day, I’m proud to honor those who have served our country. Many of my family members have served in our armed forces, including both of my grandfathers, who served during World War II. I k…

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November 7, 2024 at 9:30 PM

One foot in front of the other

Now, more than ever, we are called upon as citizens and as humans to support one another and model our values of inclusivity and kindness.   First, I have to start with thank you. If you’re reading this – you have been involved. You care about our state, our country, and our co…

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November 5, 2024 at 3:01 PM

Today’s the day! 🗳️

Today, voters in Maryland and across the country will make important decisions that will determine what our country looks like not just for the next four years, but for the next forty.   It’s Election Day! Today, voters in Maryland and across the country will make important de…

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November 1, 2024 at 3:15 PM

The election is just around the corner!

This weekend, the Maryland Democratic Party will hold virtual and in-person volunteer events, so I encourage you to sign up for a shift if it fits your schedule!   Thank you for your continued support! As we enter November, the election is just around the corner! In these crit…

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October 30, 2024 at 3:01 PM

Early voting ends tomorrow

If you haven’t already done so, I encourage you to make a plan to vote!   Hi there, it’s Brooke. I just wanted to send a quick message to remind you that early voting ends tomorrow! As a reminder, here are a few of the candidates I’ve proudly endorsed: ✅ Kamala Harris for Pr…

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October 28, 2024 at 2:30 PM

Help us reach our monthly goal

With the election just around the corner, we’re still doing everything we can to help get out the vote!   We’re three days away from the end of the month, and we’re counting on your help to reach our monthly $5,000 fundraising goal! Brooke and our team have worked hard a…

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October 25, 2024 at 2:00 PM

Help us hold 3 critical seats in Congress

We’re in the final stretch of this election season, but Democratic candidates across the state still need our help.   Early voting is in full swing here in Maryland, and Election Day is only 11 days away! We’re in the final stretch of this election season, but Democratic candi…

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October 23, 2024 at 1:55 PM

Early voting starts tomorrow!

Last month, the Office of the Comptroller announced that Maryland collected over $22 million in cannabis tax revenue between April and June.   Tomorrow is the first day of early voting! So many critical races are on our ballot this year, so we need to come together to ensure w…

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October 18, 2024 at 2:00 PM

Maryland saw a 52% increase in cannabis tax revenue

Last month, the Office of the Comptroller announced that Maryland collected over $22 million in cannabis tax revenue between April and June.   Last month, the Office of the Comptroller announced that Maryland collected over $22 million in cannabis tax revenue between April and …

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October 16, 2024 at 3:00 PM

Help support our Democratic Coordinated Campaign

Until November 5, we must support Democratic candidates up and down the ballot in Maryland.   Election Day is 20 days away! Until November 5, we must support Democratic candidates up and down the ballot in Maryland. Today, I’m reaching out to ask you to support our Democratic …

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October 14, 2024 at 3:01 PM

My next event is two months away!

I hope you will save the date for my one and only event between now and next May on Saturday, December 14, at Checkerspot Brewing Company in Baltimore!   We’re in a busy final few weeks before a critical election – and I hope you will save the date for my one and only event bet…

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October 11, 2024 at 2:00 PM

We need to do two things to protect reproductive rights

To protect reproductive rights in Maryland and nationwide, we need to do two things: Pass the Reproductive Freedom Referendum (Question 1 on your ballot!) and elect Angela Alsobrooks to the U.S. Senate.   We’re just 25 days away from the election! To protect reproductive right…

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October 9, 2024 at 4:35 PM

Delivering on our promise ✅

When I ran for office in 2022, I promised that we would expand the Comptroller’s office and modernize our tax system to save taxpayers time, effort, and dollars.   When I ran for office in 2022, I promised that we would expand the Comptroller’s office and modernize our tax syst…

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October 5, 2024 at 1:00 PM

Election Day is 1 month away!

During this final month, we must support our Democratic candidates and the Reproductive Freedom Referendum (Question 1) in every way!   We’re officially 1 month away from Election Day! There are so many highly consequential federal, state, and local races this year. During thi…

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October 2, 2024 at 4:30 PM

Thank you for your continued support!!

Because of your generosity, we were able to reach our $5,000 end-of-quarter goal!   Thank you for your continued support! Because of your generosity, we were able to reach our $5,000 end-of-quarter goal! With the election just over a month away, we don’t have much time left t…

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September 30, 2024 at 8:00 PM

Reaching out about tonight’s deadline

We’ve been busy supporting our Democratic candidates in Maryland as well as Question 1, and our work is far from over!   Our end-of-quarter fundraising deadline is tonight! We’ve been busy supporting our Democratic candidates in Maryland as well as Question 1, and our work is …

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September 28, 2024 at 2:00 PM

our next end-of-quarter deadline

With Election Day quickly approaching, we’re attending events, launching canvasses, knocking on doors, and doing whatever we can to help keep Maryland blue.   Our next end-of-quarter fundraising deadline is on Monday, and we need your help to reach our $5,000 goal. SU…

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September 26, 2024 at 4:10 PM

My 10th Annual Women’s Breakfast!

Every year, I look forward to this event and celebrating what women can accomplish when we support each other.   On Tuesday, I held my 10th Annual Women’s Breakfast in Baltimore! This year, I honored the women running for federal office on Maryland’s Democratic ticket – …

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September 20, 2024 at 4:15 PM

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

This month, we honor and celebrate the Hispanic community's culture, history, and contributions here in Maryland and across the country.   Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! This month, we honor and celebrate the Hispanic community's culture, history, and contributions here …

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September 18, 2024 at 3:45 PM

MD-06 matters more than you think

The race is incredibly close, and I’m working hard to make sure that April Delaney is our next member of Congress!   Hi there — In case you haven’t heard, Maryland’s 6th Congressional District matters more than you think – the race is incredibly close, and I’m working hard to …

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September 16, 2024 at 3:01 PM

Supporting the Reproductive Freedom Referendum

We must secure reproductive freedom at a time when states across the country are attacking it.   This November, Marylanders will vote on a number of high-stakes races, including a constitutional amendment. This amendment, known as the Reproductive Freedom Referendum, will incl…

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September 12, 2024 at 3:01 PM

There are still chances to get involved

We have less than 2 months to mobilize voters across the state and help support Democratic candidates up and down the ballot.   There are less than 2 months left until Election Day! That means we have less than 2 months to mobilize voters across the state and help support Democ…

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September 9, 2024 at 4:01 PM

Another big step forward for our agency

We're partnering with Direct File to make it easier for residents to file their tax returns for free next year, streamlining the process for 700,000 Marylanders.   Did you hear the news, friend? Maryland is joining the IRS Direct File program! One of the Office of the Co…

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September 5, 2024 at 3:45 PM

The stakes are high this year

In these next two months, we must come together to support Democratic candidates up and down the ballot in Maryland, including Angela Alsobrooks, who is running for Senate.   Election Day is just 2 months away! In these next two months, we must come together to support Democra…

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September 2, 2024 at 1:06 PM

Celebrating Labor Day

Today, I reaffirm my commitment to ensuring that every worker has a fair shot on a level playing field and that our unions continue to be allowed to organize.   Labor Day is a time for us to celebrate and honor the American Labor Movement. The labor movement’s hard-fought gain…

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August 31, 2024 at 3:01 PM

A reminder about tonight’s deadline

I’m sorry to email you over the weekend, but I just wanted to remind you about tonight's end-of-month deadline!   Hi there, it’s Brooke. I’m sorry to email you over the weekend, but I just wanted to remind you about tonight's end-of-month deadline! I’m out in Garrett County t…

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August 29, 2024 at 4:01 PM

Before the end of the month 📆

As the election approaches, we’ll continue to do everything we can to support Democratic candidates up and down the ballot.   Our next end-of-month deadline is just around the corner! We’ve had a busy summer attending events and connecting with community members! As the …

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August 26, 2024 at 3:45 PM

Wishing you the best of luck this back-to-school season! 📚

As a proud parent of two children currently enrolled in our public schools, I know this time of year can be both exciting and stressful.   Happy back-to-school season! As a proud parent of two children currently enrolled in our public schools, I know this time of year ca…

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August 23, 2024 at 3:00 PM

Re: The Democratic National Convention

I was proud to be there alongside my fellow delegates from Maryland and across the country to support Vice President Kamala Harris and Governor Tim Walz to be our next President and Vice President.   The Democratic National Convention was this week! I was proud to be the…

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August 20, 2024 at 4:01 PM

Highlights from the MACo Summer Conference

Last week, I attended the Maryland Association of Counties summer conference in Ocean City alongside staff members from the Office of the Comptroller!   Last week, I attended the Maryland Association of Counties summer conference in Ocean City alongside staff members from the O…

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August 15, 2024 at 3:00 PM

Volunteer with the MD Dems!

There are many ways to get involved ahead of this critical election, and one of the most important is volunteering.   Election Day is less than 90 days away, and the Maryland Democratic Party is already mobilizing voters across the state! There are many ways to get invol…

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August 9, 2024 at 3:45 PM

Shop Maryland Tax-Free Week begins this Sunday! 🛍️

I encourage you to take advantage of the savings, and I hope you also support local businesses this week, too!   I wanted to remind you about Shop Maryland Tax-Free Week, which begins this Sunday! Here are a few things to keep in mind: ✅ Shop Maryland Tax-Free week begin…

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August 6, 2024 at 7:45 PM

Join me in supporting the Harris-Walz campaign

Vice President Harris and Governor Walz are proven leaders, and I know Marylanders and all Americans will thrive under their leadership.   Earlier today, Kamala Harris announced that Minnesota Governor Tim Walz will join her ticket as Vice President! Before he became governor,…

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August 5, 2024 at 4:01 PM

Re: the Chesapeake Bay

This recent news is a good sign and a step in the right direction.   Did you see this? The Chesapeake Bay is a treasured natural resource, and protecting it must always be a top priority. The University of Maryland’s Center for Environmental Science gave the Bay’s overal…

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August 1, 2024 at 1:45 PM

energized and optimistic!

We have fantastic Democratic candidates up and down the ballot, and I hope you join me in supporting them ahead of November’s election.   Thank you for your continued support. As we begin August, I’m feeling energized and optimistic! We have fantastic Democratic candidates up …

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July 31, 2024 at 8:01 PM

an update on our monthly goal

As we get closer to November’s high-stakes election, we must ramp up our efforts to help our local Democrats and ensure we keep Maryland blue in November.   Our July fundraising deadline is tonight! This summer, I’ve spread the word and attended events in support of our Democr…

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July 29, 2024 at 4:05 PM

Brooke’s recent visits 📍

Over the last few weeks, Brooke continued her “Take a Look With Brooke” tour across the state.   Over the last few weeks, Brooke continued her “Take a Look With Brooke” tour across the state. Here are a few of the highlights: 📍 Washington County, where Brooke toured the…

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July 26, 2024 at 3:31 PM

My friend Angela Alsobrooks

This year, the path to ensuring that Democrats retain control of the U.S. Senate runs right through Maryland!   What a week! We are seeing amazing levels of engagement across the nation for Vice President Harris – it’s an exciting time, and there is so much to do in the next 10…

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July 24, 2024 at 3:01 PM

One week away! 📅

This November’s elections are critical, so Brooke will do all she can to support Democrats on the ballot in Maryland!   Our next monthly fundraising deadline is one week away! This November’s elections are critical, so Brooke will do all she can to support Democrats on t…

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July 22, 2024 at 2:10 PM

The 2024 Democratic Nomination

This year we will have the opportunity to elect as President a woman who has demonstrated her leadership, her tenacity, and her dedication to the American people in Kamala Harris.   Statement of Comptroller Brooke E. Lierman on the 2024 Democratic Nomination President Joe Biden …

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July 19, 2024 at 2:46 PM

Maryland athletes are heading to the Olympics ☀️

Hundreds of athletes will compete on Team USA, including 23 from Maryland!   Next week, the Olympic and Paralympic Games will officially kick off in Paris. Hundreds of athletes will compete on Team USA, including 23 from Maryland! Take a look at the Team USA map: Our lo…

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July 16, 2024 at 3:06 PM

Help us hold these seats!

Johnny, Sarah, and April have all proven themselves to be strong leaders who are entirely focused on building a better Maryland, and they’re counting on our support to help them win in November.   There are critical elections at all levels of government this year, so I’m commit…

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July 12, 2024 at 3:01 PM

Our new board’s first meeting!

I’m incredibly honored to serve as the chair of the MCIC board and work to bring more tax credits to Maryland to increase responsible development in our low-income communities.   During this year’s legislative session, Governor Moore and the General Assembly passed the Housing …

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July 10, 2024 at 3:11 PM

The Maryland Procurement Playbook

To better understand how much we’re spending, who is getting our money, and what we’re spending it on, my team and I collaborated with state agencies and the Nowak Metro Finance Lab at Drexel University to study our procurement economy.   Last month, the Office of the Comptroll…

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July 4, 2024 at 2:01 PM

Happy Independence Day!!

Today, I’m grateful for the opportunity to celebrate our nation’s history and spend time with family and friends while reminding voters of the importance of voting this November.   Happy Independence Day! The past ten days have been incredibly challenging for our represen…

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July 2, 2024 at 1:30 PM

Thank you so much for helping us reach our goal!

I hope you know how incredibly grateful I am for your continued support.   Thank you so much for helping us reach our end-of-quarter goal over the weekend! With so much on the ballot this year – from state, local, and federal races to the reproductive freedom referendum – I’m …

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