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August 11, 2025 at 5:15 PM

Standing up for Maryland’s federal workers

We must protect these jobs, the people who work in them, and the vital services they provide.   Earlier this year, our agency released a report highlighting what many of us know: for years, we’ve had a symbiotic relationship with the federal government. We released this repor…

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August 8, 2025 at 5:36 PM

Shop Maryland Tax-Free Week: August 10 - 16, 2025

This initiative helps Marylanders save on essential items as they get ready for the school year. It's a great opportunity to shop smart and make the most of your hard-earned money!   Get ready for some great savings, Maryland! Shop Maryland Tax-Free Week starts this Sunday, runn…

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

August 6, 2025 at 4:56 PM

We won’t let our communities face this alone

Each of us has a role to play in helping our neighbors: the Governor, local officials, the Office of the Comptroller, and the federal government.   Last month, Western Maryland was devastated by severe flooding that caused millions of dollars in damage to homes, businesses, a…

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

August 5, 2025 at 4:01 PM

An important win!

Everyone in Maryland deserves equal access to housing.   I’m excited to share an important win for Maryland’s families, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. Last week, the Maryland Supreme Court issued a decision that affirms the protections of the Housing Opportunities M…

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

August 1, 2025 at 4:45 PM

I’m so grateful to have you on this team.

Thank you! Because of supporters like you, we’ve been able to reach our monthly goal and continue our work for a better Maryland.   Thank you! Because of supporters like you, we’ve been able to reach our monthly goal and continue our work for a better Maryland. It’s critical fo…

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

July 31, 2025 at 8:00 PM

Onwards

Today marks the 60th anniversary of Medicare and Medicaid, two programs that have transformed healthcare access for vulnerable populations and supported local economies across the nation.   While summer is often a slower time for fundraising, my team and I haven’t let up. We’ve…

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

July 30, 2025 at 6:01 PM

60 years of Medicare and Medicaid…

Today marks the 60th anniversary of Medicare and Medicaid, two programs that have transformed healthcare access for vulnerable populations and supported local economies across the nation.   Today marks the 60th anniversary of Medicare and Medicaid, two programs that have transf…

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

July 28, 2025 at 4:30 PM

A busy summer!

I've had a busy summer so far, attending various events, openings, and visits. Take a look at a few of the highlights:   Brooke Lierman is Maryland’s first female Comptroller and the first woman independently elected to statewide state office. Support Brooke as she works to ma…

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

July 24, 2025 at 7:53 PM

Our progress so far!

Over the past year, we’ve made significant strides in ensuring that Maryland’s economy remains strong, equitable, and responsive to the needs of every community. I’m focused on doing what I can to build a more affordable Maryland, and I wanted to recap some of what we’ve been up to:   …

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

July 22, 2025 at 7:26 PM

This is more than just a tax credit

The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a powerful benefit that helps families and individuals get back on their feet. Maryland is one of the first states to allow all Maryland taxpayers, regardless of immigration status, to apply for EITCs.   One of the most important tools in …

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  Mikie Sherrill (via Brooke Lierman) · [email protected]

July 18, 2025 at 3:17 PM

5 quick reasons

Today, I need your help to stop MAGA Republicans from flipping New Jersey red, and I’m humbly asking you to split $5 between my team and Brooke Lierman to power our campaign to victory.   Hi, it’s Brooke Lierman. My friend Mikie Sherrill is running for Governor in New Jersey, and she needs…

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

July 16, 2025 at 4:20 PM

Holding Tesla’s board accountable

The Maryland Pension Fund currently has $175 million invested in Tesla, and we cannot sit by as the company irresponsibly puts our investment at risk.   As Maryland’s Comptroller, I serve as Vice Chair of the Maryland State Pension Board, overseeing our state’s $70 billion retir…

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

July 10, 2025 at 4:30 PM

How federal spending affects Marylanders

To understand the impact we are feeling now, we needed a true baseline of what has been — and I’m proud that my agency has now produced that report.   You and I both know that for decades, Maryland has had a symbiotic relationship with our federal government — and we have been …

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  Abigail Spanberger · [email protected]

July 7, 2025 at 7:46 PM

re: My MSNBC appearance

Democrats only have one shot to flip a Governor's seat this year.   Hi, it’s Brooke Lierman. My friend Abigail Spanberger is running for Governor in our neighboring state of Virginia, and she needs our help in what will undoubtedly be one of the most important races in the entire country t…

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

July 4, 2025 at 1:30 PM

Happy Independence Day!

Today, I celebrate the people who keep showing up – our public servants who fight for progress and voters who understand the importance of what's at stake.   Happy Independence Day! Like many of you, I’ve spent the past few months grappling with what the chaos in our gov…

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

July 3, 2025 at 7:15 PM

A heartless and dangerous bill

Today, Republicans forced through a cruel and reckless piece of legislation.   Today, Republicans forced through a cruel and reckless piece of legislation. It slashes Medicaid, food assistance, and health care access — all while handing out tax breaks and increasing the nation…

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

July 2, 2025 at 7:30 PM

I’m grateful for your support

Since the fundraising freeze was lifted, we’ve been working steadily to rebuild our resources and ensure our team has the necessary support throughout the year. Because of your help, we’re able to focus on getting ready for our busy summer!   Thank you for your continued support…

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

June 30, 2025 at 9:15 PM

Let’s finish this quarter strong!

It’s the final day of the quarter — and we’re just hours away from our midnight fundraising deadline!!   It’s the final day of the quarter — and we’re just hours away from our midnight fundraising deadline!! Thanks to your support, we’ve made real progress toward our goal. But …

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  Team Lierman · [email protected]

June 27, 2025 at 2:55 PM

Help us reach our goal!

We’re still rebuilding from our fundraising freeze, and we have a busy summer ahead of us, with lots of events and important work to be done, so we need all hands on deck.   We’re just a few days away from our end-of-quarter fundraising deadline — and Brooke is counting on this…

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

June 24, 2025 at 7:28 PM

What Maryland did after Dobbs

Three years ago, the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade and stripped away a fundamental freedom for millions of Americans.   Three years ago, the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade and stripped away a fundamental freedom for millions of Americans. In the wake of the Dobbs de…

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

June 19, 2025 at 1:02 PM

Commemorating Juneteenth

Today is Juneteenth, a day to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States.   Today is Juneteenth, a day to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. This is not only a celebration of a critical moment in history, but al…

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

June 15, 2025 at 1:15 PM

Happy Father’s Day! ☀️

Today, I’m thinking about the incredible dads in my life.   I just wanted to take a moment to wish you a very Happy Father’s Day! Today, I’m thinking about the incredible dads in my life. My husband, Eben, has been by my side every step of the way and is an amazing father to o…

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  Team Lierman · [email protected]

June 12, 2025 at 4:30 PM

Volunteer with us!

We have a busy summer ahead of us, and one of the best ways to support our campaign is to volunteer.   While this is technically an off-year, our campaign operates year-round, attending events and festivals to connect with residents across the state. We have a busy summe…

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

June 9, 2025 at 9:46 PM

Tesla’s chaos is a threat — I’m speaking out

I’ve been speaking out about Tesla’s Board of Directors and their failure to hold Elon Musk accountable. Here’s why: Marylanders deserve better than reckless leadership putting our investments — and our future — at risk.       Friend, As Comptroller, I also serve as Vice Cha…

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

June 7, 2025 at 2:20 PM

Celebrating the LGBTQ+ community!

Happy Pride Month! This month is a time to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community’s many accomplishments and contributions to our country.   Hi friend, Happy Pride Month! This month is a time to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community’s many accomplishments and contributions to our country. …

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

June 6, 2025 at 3:01 PM

Today, we honor the lives lost to gun violence

Today is Gun Violence Awareness Day – a time to reflect, to honor those we’ve lost, and to recommit ourselves to the work of building a safer future.   Today is Gun Violence Awareness Day – a time to reflect, to honor those we’ve lost, and to recommit ourselves to the work of b…

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

June 4, 2025 at 4:10 PM

Standing up for workers – and smart investments

As Chair of the Investment Committee for the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System, I’m proud to share that we voted to adopt Responsible Workforce Management Principles for the private equity firms that manage $15 billion of our state’s $70 billion pension fund.   Smart …

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

June 2, 2025 at 3:36 PM

Thank you for your support!

Thank you! Because of your support, we reached our May fundraising goal!   Thank you! Because of your support, we reached our May fundraising goal! After our fundraising freeze in April, it was especially important for us to rebuild momentum – and thanks to you, we did. Every c…

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

May 31, 2025 at 3:01 PM

Help us reach our goal?

Midnight tonight marks an important end-of-month fundraising deadline – and I’m reaching out personally because I need your help.   Hi friend, Midnight tonight marks an important end-of-month fundraising deadline – and I’m reaching out personally because I need your help. …

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  Team Lierman · [email protected]

May 28, 2025 at 1:45 PM

Three days until our May deadline

We’re only three days away from our May fundraising deadline, and we need your help reaching our May fundraising goal. Every bit counts, so here are three things your contribution helps us do:   Hi friend! We’re only three days away from our May fundraising deadline, and we ne…

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

May 26, 2025 at 2:01 PM

Honoring our veterans

Their courage and sacrifice inspire me deeply, and we will always remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice, along with the families who carry their legacy forward.   This Memorial Day, I want to honor the brave individuals who gave their lives in service to our country. T…

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

May 23, 2025 at 3:01 PM

Helping our economy grow with pension power!

I participated in a webinar hosted by the Americans for Financial Reform Education Fund (AFREF) to discuss how state leaders can strengthen our economy and push back against federal attacks.   Hi friend, As your Comptroller and a Vice Chair of the State Retirement and Pension S…

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

May 21, 2025 at 5:46 PM

How Medicaid cuts impact our economy

Thousands of Marylanders rely on Medicaid. But the current Administration and Republicans in Congress are targeting Medicaid cuts to help cover the cost of their tax bill.   Access to affordable healthcare isn’t just about well-being—it’s about economic strength. Our State of t…

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  Team Lierman · [email protected]

May 19, 2025 at 10:12 PM

Honoring AAPI community stewardship

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month – a time to celebrate the incredible contributions of AAPI community leaders in Maryland.   May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month – a time to celebrate the incredible contributions of AAP…

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

May 16, 2025 at 3:25 PM

Take a look at what I’ve been up to!

I’ve had a busy May so far, attending various events, openings, and visits. Take a look at a few of the highlights:       Authorized by Brooke Lierman for Maryland; Chairman, Alvin Lee; Treasurer, Candace Dodson-Reed. Brooke Lierman for MarylandPO Box 891Baltimore…

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  Team Lierman · [email protected]

May 14, 2025 at 7:01 PM

staying on track

We are dedicated to doing everything we can to make sure Brooke is supported as she gets around the state.   Hi friends! We are dedicated to doing everything we can to make sure Brooke is supported as she gets around the state. That means we have set goals for each month to make…

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  Teddy and Eliza · [email protected]

May 11, 2025 at 2:15 PM

Happy Mother’s Day! 🌸

We’re Brooke’s kids, and we wanted to wish you all (and our mom) a very Happy Mother’s Day! We’d like to ask if you can help us surprise our mom by signing her card.   Hi there, it’s Teddy and Eliza! 👋 We’re Brooke’s kids, and we wanted to wish you all (and our mom) a very Hap…

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  Abigail Spanberger · [email protected]

May 9, 2025 at 5:25 PM

What my 2025 race means for the 2026 midterms

On Election Day this November 2025, I don’t just want to win — I want to win big.   Hi, it’s Brooke Lierman. My friend Abigail Spanberger is running for Governor in our neighboring state of Virginia, and she needs our help in what will undoubtedly be one of the most important races in the …

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

May 7, 2025 at 3:00 PM

Fighting back:

The Trump administration’s dismantling of the federal government has had incredibly negative impacts across the country, including here in Maryland.   The Trump administration’s dismantling of the federal government has had incredibly negative impacts across the country, includ…

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

May 5, 2025 at 4:31 PM

Federal workers need our support

In the past few months, the federal government has laid off tens of thousands of federal workers without explanation or cause, destabilizing their livelihoods and the communities they serve. These workers need legal support to advocate for their rights.   Hi friend, In the pas…

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

May 2, 2025 at 3:05 PM

I appreciate your support!

Thank you for your continued support! We are grateful to the many generous supporters who helped us reach our first post-session fundraising goal.   Hi there, Thank you for your continued support! We are grateful to the many generous supporters who helped us reach our first pos…

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

April 30, 2025 at 8:45 PM

Help us close the gap and reach our goal!

While our campaign continued to operate throughout the last three months, we’ve fallen behind.   Hi friend, it’s Brooke Lierman. Maryland law prohibits us from fundraising during the legislative session. That means that while our campaign continued to operate throughout the las…

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

April 29, 2025 at 3:29 PM

We won’t back down.

Senator Alsobrooks, Senator Van Hollen, Governor Wes Moore, and others are coming together as One Maryland to send a clear message to the Trump administration: “We won’t back down.”   In less than 100 days, Donald Trump and Elon Musk have thrown our nation into chaos. They’ve …

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  Team Lierman · [email protected]

April 28, 2025 at 4:40 PM

Catching up

For the last three months, during the legislative session, Maryland law prohibited us from fundraising, but our campaign continued to run.   The fundraising freeze ended earlier this month, so we need your help to catch up! For the last three months, during the legislati…

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

April 26, 2025 at 2:00 PM

Our Transit Report

The report series will focus on the lessons we’ve learned both nationally and globally, focusing on what drives costs in critical infrastructure and other public goods necessary for economic expansion.   Last month, the Office of the Comptroller released a report on transit, ma…

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  Lierman HQ · [email protected]

April 24, 2025 at 5:01 PM

In the news!

It’s been a busy month for our team, so we wanted to fill you in on what Brooke has been working on!   It’s been a busy month for our team, so we wanted to fill you in on what Brooke has been working on! Take a look: Maryland Comptroller urges Trump administration …

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

April 22, 2025 at 5:50 PM

Analyzing the cost of climate change in Maryland

Our agency released the next report in our State Spending Series today, which examines the cost of climate change in Maryland.   Happy Earth Day! 🌎 We’re seeing the effects of climate change firsthand—from rising sea levels to record-breaking temperatures—and we need to do eve…

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

April 18, 2025 at 3:05 PM

Returning Kilmar Abrego Garcia home safely

Not only is Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s wrongful deportation unjust because of its violation of his due process rights, but the Trump administration’s actions openly defy our Supreme Court, represent a flagrant abuse of his oath to uphold the Constitution, and set a dangerous precedent in our country. …

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

April 16, 2025 at 2:05 PM

Thanking our federal workers

The Trump administration has unjustly fired thousands of hardworking federal workers in Maryland who have committed their careers to public service.   The Trump administration has unjustly fired thousands of hardworking federal workers in Maryland who have committed their caree…

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  Brooke Lierman · [email protected]

April 15, 2025 at 3:07 PM

Delivering results for our shared constituents

While some elected officials across the country have been instructed not to hold town halls – and some are only limiting them to members of their political party – our Maryland Democrats in   Last week, I joined Congressman Johnny Olszewski and Attorney General Anthony Brown fo…

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