Starting Feb. 1, 2026, riders aged 5–18 must use a Youth Cruiser SmarTrip Card for zero-fare Metrobus rides within Montgomery County.
Montgomery County Alcohol Beverage Services is running a store sales promotion throughout December 2025, while supplies last.
County Executive Marc Elrich issued a statement praising Joseline Peña-Melnyk's historic election as Speaker of the Maryland House of Delegates.
Joseline Peña-Melnyk was elected Speaker of the Maryland House of Delegates on Dec. 16, becoming the first Latina and immigrant to hold the role.
The MoCo Pride Center has opened in Bethesda, offering resources, programs, and community support for Montgomery County's LGBTQ+ residents.
New Montgomery County legislation prohibits invasive bamboo sales and requires native plants in new development projects countywide.
The MOVE Act has helped more than 55 businesses, including over a dozen start-ups, relocate to or expand within Montgomery County.
A new Montgomery County law moves impact tax payment from construction start to completion, reducing upfront costs on new housing projects.
The Council unanimously passed the HERO Act, ensuring surviving spouses of firefighters and police officers receive pension payments without delay.
The TRUST Act, introduced by Glass and colleagues, would prohibit Montgomery County police from participating in federal civil immigration enforcement.
The Council unanimously passed the U Visa Act, allowing eligible immigrant crime victims to apply for a U Visa regardless of when the crime occurred.
RideOn buses have been fare-free for all riders since July 1, 2025, with ridership climbing 5.4% since the change took effect.
Montgomery County resident camp registration begins Jan. 20 at 6:30 a.m. on ActiveMONTGOMERY.org; non-residents may register Jan. 22.
Free Summer Camp Fairs at Germantown and Burtonsville rec centers Jan. 10–11, with on-site Rec Assist financial aid processing.
Montgomery County Recreation will hold free summer camp fairs Jan. 10 in Germantown and Jan. 11 in Burtonsville, 1–4 p.m. each day.
Construction and utility work for a new Flash BRT corridor on Veirs Mill Road has begun, with service expected to start in 2028.
Five decorated Flash BRT buses with holiday lights and signage run along Colesville Road/Columbia Pike (US 29) throughout December.
Montgomery County is accepting applications for a vacancy on the Commission on Landlord-Tenant Affairs through Jan. 16, 2026.
Maryland State Department of Education proposes adding a nonpublic nursery school component to family child care regulations; comments due Dec. 15.
Montgomery County Recreation is accepting financial assistance applications for 2026 programs.