Intergovernmental Relations Office

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Welcome to the Intergovernmental Relations Office

The Intergovernmental Relations Office (IRO) oversees the Commission's legislative agenda and represents WSSC before elected bodies. The office is responsible for researching, developing, analyzing, and lobbying for or against legislation impacting the Commission. We also serve as a liaison between the Commission and elected officials.

Our webpage is designed to keep you informed about Maryland General Assembly action that impacts the Commission. Please contact us at 301-206-8228 to answer any questions.

The Maryland General Assembly

The Maryland General Assembly convenes every year for 90 days to pass over 2000 bills affecting Maryland residents. Numerous bills are filed each year that have a direct or indirect impact on WSSC. Legislation directly affecting WSSC is reviewed and voted on by members of the Montgomery County and Prince George's County delegations. Most of the work in the General Assembly is done in Committee. There are numerous Standing Committees and Select Committees that review and vote on legislation. The House of Delegates and Senate will only take action on a bill after it has been reviewed and voted on by a Committee. All bills must pass the House of Delegates and Senate before the Governor signs them into law.

The Maryland General Assembly consists of 142 delegates and 47 senators elected from 47 districts. The Maryland General Assembly Legislative Session begins yearly in January and ends in April.

Local Government

IRO interacts with all levels of government, especially local representatives including: Montgomery County Council,  Montgomery County Legislature, Prince George's County Council, and Prince George's County Legislature.

Contact Us

 
 
Our Laurel Office is staffed year-round. All inquiries and correspondence should be directed to the Laurel Office.  Our Annapolis office is only staffed during the General Assembly's Legislative Session (January - April).