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The Maryland legislature writes statutes in minute detail. So much so, that it tends to usurp the other branches of State Government, and has painted the Eastern Shore into a corner in some respects.

","url":"https://votemichelleravert.org/issues-1/f/healthcare-access","title":"Healthcare Access","summary":"The Maryland legislature writes statutes in minute detail. So much so, that it tends to usurp the other branches of State Government, and has painted the Eastern Shore into a corner in some respects.","date_modified":"2026-09-29T01:35:16Z"},{"id":"https://votemichelleravert.org/issues-1/f/the-one-size-fits-all-legislation-that-just-doesnt-fit","html_content":"

Much of the legislation coming out of Annapolis just doesn't fit here on the Eastern Shore. The Blueprint, although great in concept, has become just another unfunded mandate that is bringing some counties on the Easter...

","url":"https://votemichelleravert.org/issues-1/f/the-one-size-fits-all-legislation-that-just-doesnt-fit","title":"The one-size-fits all legislation that just doesn't fit","summary":"Much of the legislation coming out of Annapolis just doesn't fit here on the Eastern Shore. The Blueprint, although great in concept, has become just another unfunded mandate that is bringing some counties on the Easter...","date_modified":"2026-09-29T01:09:43Z"},{"id":"https://votemichelleravert.org/issues-1/f/increase-revenue-without-increasing-taxes","html_content":"

Marylanders pay more than their fair share of taxes. Some argue that cutting spending is the only way keep taxes in check. We can keep taxes in check if we increase revenue through means other than taxes. The State of...

","url":"https://votemichelleravert.org/issues-1/f/increase-revenue-without-increasing-taxes","title":"Increase revenue without increasing taxes ","summary":"Marylanders pay more than their fair share of taxes. Some argue that cutting spending is the only way keep taxes in check. We can keep taxes in check if we increase revenue through means other than taxes. The State of...","date_modified":"2026-09-29T00:49:06Z"},{"id":"https://votemichelleravert.org/issues-1/f/farm-preservationagriculturedevelopment","html_content":"

We must preserve our farmland! At the same time, we must make District 36 prosperous such that kids will want to come back home after college.

","url":"https://votemichelleravert.org/issues-1/f/farm-preservationagriculturedevelopment","title":"Farm Preservation/Agriculture/Development","summary":"We must preserve our farmland! At the same time, we must make District 36 prosperous such that kids will want to come back home after college.","date_modified":"2026-03-28T04:04:37Z"},{"id":"https://votemichelleravert.org/issues-1/f/schools-and-infrastructure","html_content":"

Many of the schools in District 36 are entirely too small for the number of students, and/or are falling apart. Our schools, roads, and bridges need upgrades.

","url":"https://votemichelleravert.org/issues-1/f/schools-and-infrastructure","title":"Schools and Infrastructure","summary":"Many of the schools in District 36 are entirely too small for the number of students, and/or are falling apart. Our schools, roads, and bridges need upgrades.","date_modified":"2026-03-28T04:02:35Z"},{"id":"https://votemichelleravert.org/issues-1/f/public-transportation","html_content":"

Create a task force to study Cecil Transit and determine whether it should be expanded or condensed. If it is to be expanded, there are those who would likely use it if it just went one more mile south on Route 213. In...

","url":"https://votemichelleravert.org/issues-1/f/public-transportation","title":"Public Transportation","summary":"Create a task force to study Cecil Transit and determine whether it should be expanded or condensed. If it is to be expanded, there are those who would likely use it if it just went one more mile south on Route 213. In...","date_modified":"2024-07-28T02:04:35Z"},{"id":"https://votemichelleravert.org/issues-1/f/spending-and-debt","html_content":"

Decrease spending through automation and process improvement. Existing staff will be retrained to new and higher level positions.

","url":"https://votemichelleravert.org/issues-1/f/spending-and-debt","title":"Spending and Debt","summary":"Decrease spending through automation and process improvement. Existing staff will be retrained to new and higher level positions. ","date_modified":"2024-07-28T01:56:03Z"},{"id":"https://votemichelleravert.org/issues-1/f/no-tax-increase","html_content":"

Taxes must remain flat. The county has been experiencing significant surpluses. Cecil County reported a $130 million surplus for FY23. There is no need to raise any of the County tax rates. Furthermore, real estate v...

","url":"https://votemichelleravert.org/issues-1/f/no-tax-increase","title":"No Tax Increase","summary":"Taxes must remain flat. The county has been experiencing significant surpluses. Cecil County reported a $130 million surplus for FY23. There is no need to raise any of the County tax rates. Furthermore, real estate v...","date_modified":"2024-07-27T22:10:02Z"},{"id":"https://votemichelleravert.org/issues-1/f/employment","html_content":"

The key to economic growth while preserving our rural culture is entrepreneurship. First, we must help citizens identify marketable skills. Next we must help them attain low-interest funding. Then, through public educ...

","url":"https://votemichelleravert.org/issues-1/f/employment","title":"Employment","summary":"The key to economic growth while preserving our rural culture is entrepreneurship. First, we must help citizens identify marketable skills. Next we must help them attain low-interest funding. Then, through public educ...","date_modified":"2024-07-27T21:45:36Z"},{"id":"https://votemichelleravert.org/issues-1/f/education","html_content":"

Public Schools must be appropriately funded to pave the way for our future leaders. The County Executive shorted CCPS by $13M for FY25, which equates to roughly 150 job cuts, 115 of them, teachers. A quality educational...

","url":"https://votemichelleravert.org/issues-1/f/education","title":"Education ","summary":"Public Schools must be appropriately funded to pave the way for our future leaders. The County Executive shorted CCPS by $13M for FY25, which equates to roughly 150 job cuts, 115 of them, teachers. A quality educational...","date_modified":"2024-07-27T21:35:26Z"}]}