Conduit Street Podcast

The official podcast of @MDCounties. Maryland policy and politics, covering state and county issues. #WeAreMDCounties #MDpolitics

[Conduit Street Podcast @Conduit_St_Pod]

#SineDie has come and we’re breaking it all down.

From major #housing wins to #budget challenges ahead, this episode covers what just happened in Annapolis — and what it means for #counties.

#LocalGov #MDGA26 #Politics #Policy #Podcast

[Maryland Association of Counties @MDCounties]

The 2026 session wrapped just hours before we hit record on the @Conduit_St_Pod.

Now: the full breakdown — wins, key bills, and what’s coming next. #Podcast #MDGA26 #LocalGov #MDCounties @DomButchko_MACo @ssample_MACo @Kanderson_MACo

🎧 https://t.co/bE1CwTrhTJ

[Maryland Association of Counties @MDCounties]

Episode 3 of The Briefing Room is live.

@DomButchko_MACo is joined by @MarylandPSC Chair Kumar Barve to break down Maryland’s energy portfolio, where our #power comes from, the tradeoffs between #generation sources, #nuclear energy, rising demand, and what it all means for #counties. #LocalGov #EnergyTwitter #Podcast. @Conduit_St_Pod

Listen now https://t.co/BL8QNabi6l

[Kevin Kinnally @KKinnally_MACo]

Big thanks to @JaredDeMarinis for joining a @MDCounties membership call to discuss #Maryland’s mail-in ballot issue, answer questions, and provide updates on replacement ballots and next steps.

@msanderson_MACo and I recap it on the latest @Conduit_St_Pod.

#MDpolitics #MDVotes

[Conduit Street Podcast @Conduit_St_Pod]

New on the #Podcast🎧

#Maryland is sending replacement mail-in ballots to affected voters after a statewide vendor issue involving the June 23 gubernatorial primary.

What happened? Can someone vote twice? Who pays for the replacement ballots? And what role do counties actually play in Maryland’s #election system?

Tune in to find out!

[Maryland Association of Counties @MDCounties]

What actually happened with Maryland’s mail-in ballots — and what should voters and counties expect next?

On the latest @Conduit_St_Pod, Kevin Kinnally and Michael Sanderson break down the statewide vendor issue, replacement #ballots, #election safeguards, and the #county role in Maryland’s election system. #MailInVoting #LocalGovernment #Podcast

🎧 Listen now: https://t.co/pOBTdp7NHM

[Conduit Street Podcast @Conduit_St_Pod]

Who decides whether Maryland has enough power generation to meet future demand?

Find out in Episode 2 of The Briefing Room! #LocalGov #Podcast #MDCounties

[Maryland Association of Counties @MDCounties]

The Briefing Room Ep 2: How PJM Shapes Maryland’s Energy Future

In Episode 2 of The Briefing Room, @DomButchko_MACo talks with Jason Stanek of @pjminterconnect about regional energy markets, the #interconnection queue, grid reliability, and where states and local governments fit in. #Policy #Podcast #EnergyPolicy

#Listen now on the @Conduit_St_Pod. https://t.co/pq3oEHwe4X

[Maryland Association of Counties @MDCounties]

What do the latest @UMBC Poll numbers reveal about Maryland voters heading into 2026?

On the latest @Conduit_St_Pod, @KKinnally_MACo and @DomButchko_MACo sit down with @MileahKromer to discuss #affordability, public safety, trust in government, and more.

🎧 “Maryland by the Numbers: The Latest UMBC Poll With Mileah Kromer”

Listen: https://t.co/gGLh7UhEjj

[Maryland Association of Counties @MDCounties]

🚨 New on @Conduit_St_Pod

We’re launching The Briefing Room — a limited series breaking down the biggest policy issues facing #Maryland #counties.

First up: #energy. Who controls it? How does it work? And why does it matter for local governments? @MDEnergy and @MyGreenMontgomery join host @DomButchko_MACo

🎧 Listen: https://t.co/QJOeaE559k

[Conduit Street Podcast @Conduit_St_Pod]

But not everything is noise.

Big issues are building:
⚡ Energy + utility costs
🏗️ Housing supply + policy
🚨 Disaster response + preparedness

Tune in to the latest #Podcast

[Maryland Association of Counties @MDCounties]

After 90 days in Annapolis, what actually mattered?

@KKinnally_MACo and @msanderson_MACo are back in the saddle with a “news or noise” breakdown of the 2026 session — from budget takeaways to what counties should watch next. @Conduit_St_Pod #Podcast #LocalGov #MDCounties #Politics

🎧 Listen: https://t.co/hL76bMwNnr

[Maryland Association of Counties @MDCounties]

The 2026 session wrapped just hours before we hit record on the @Conduit_St_Pod.

Now: the full breakdown — wins, key bills, and what’s coming next. #Podcast #MDGA26 #LocalGov #MDCounties @DomButchko_MACo @ssample_MACo @Kanderson_MACo

🎧 https://t.co/bE1CwTrhTJ

[Maryland Association of Counties @MDCounties]

There’s a lot of noise right now around #elections, mail ballots, voter verification, and federal proposals.

What does any of it actually mean for #Maryland?

On the latest @Conduit_St_Pod, @KKinnally_MACo sits down with Maryland State Administrator of Elections @JaredDeMarinis to separate fact from fiction. @md_sbe #Podcast #LocalGov #Politics

🎧 Listen now: https://t.co/aK5s9ixMGP

[Conduit Street Podcast @Conduit_St_Pod]

The state budget may be a state document — but counties often feel the pressure first.

This week, Kevin and Michael unpack the BRFA, cost shifts, emergency management funding, and what’s still in play.

#MDGA26 #LocalGov #Podcast #Counties

[Maryland Association of Counties @MDCounties]

This week on the @Conduit_St_Pod: a breakdown of Maryland’s #budget and BRFA — and what it all means for counties.

From pension cost shifts to 911 funding, emergency management, and more, @KKinnally_MACo and @msanderson_MACo unpack the biggest county concerns as session heads into its final stretch. #MDGA26 #CountyNews #Podcast #Politics #LocalGov

🎧 Listen: https://t.co/e8csDP6dGa

[Conduit Street Podcast @Conduit_St_Pod]

From labor policy to “dogs at large” laws 🐕 — no issue is too big or too small in #Annapolis.

🎧 Take a behind-the-scenes look at how MACo represents counties during session. #MDGA26 #LocalGov #Podcast #MDCounties

[Maryland Association of Counties @MDCounties]

What does a day in the life of a county advocate actually look like? 🧐

🎧 This week’s @Conduit_St_Pod goes behind the scenes as MACo’s team works through the legislative session ahead of crossover.
@msanderson_MACo @Kanderson_MACo

Listen: https://t.co/en3RogSrKv
#LocalGov #MDGA26 #Podcast #Politics #MDCounties

[Conduit Street Podcast @Conduit_St_Pod]

Halfway through Maryland’s legislative session — but the biggest decisions may still be ahead.

Our hosts @msanderson_MACo @KKinnally_MACo & @DomButchko_MACo break down #housing legislation, #budget pressures, and what #localgovs should watch for as the crossover deadline approaches. #CrossoverIsComing #MDGA26 #Podcast #MDCounties

[Maryland Association of Counties @MDCounties]

🎙️ New @Conduit_St_Pod Episode

The Maryland General Assembly session is heating up as crossover approaches.

MACo’s policy team breaks down:
• Budget pressure
• Housing legislation
• What counties are watching in Annapolis

Listen here: https://t.co/XQEl7CFemj

[Michael Sanderson @msanderson_MACo]

@MDCounties @Conduit_St_Pod @UBaltCPA …in which your humble host (me) effectively confesses/asserts that Rosalia’s “Lux” feels and sounds to me like a modern masterpiece.

No, my music picks aren’t supposed to be the point but it’s red blood running through these veins over here. #Rosalia

[Conduit Street Podcast @Conduit_St_Pod]

"The counties are now sitting on 30 cents on the dollar of what was full funding. We've never gotten it back. #BaltimoreCity needs their full funding. The cities and towns need their full funding. The counties aren't even close to getting there. So the bill that's before you, avoids that fiscal cliff..." - @msanderson_MACo

[Maryland Association of Counties @MDCounties]

Local leaders from every corner of #Maryland came together to warn lawmakers about the looming #HighwayUserRevenue cliff.
🎙️ New @Conduit_St_Pod features the SB288 hearing and what’s at stake for local #roads & #bridges. #MDGA26 #RestoreHUR
🎧 Listen now: https://t.co/XBxdRssvZ6

[Maryland Association of Counties @MDCounties]

#Budget season sets the tone for the entire session.
@KKinnally_MACo and @msanderson_MACo unpack the FY 2027 budget and "Big BRFA" on the latest @Conduit_St_Pod. 🎙️#MDGA26 #podcast
https://t.co/jMhKpiege3

[Maryland Association of Counties @MDCounties]

#Counties are on the front lines of public health, from flu season response to long-term system resilience.
🎧 On the latest @Conduit_St_Pod Dr. Meena Brewster (@StMarysCoGov) discusses local health leadership, vaccine confidence, and innovative county solutions like the #HealthHub.
Listen here: https://t.co/EZSLXUrwpV

[Maryland Association of Counties @MDCounties]

The 2026 General Assembly is shaping up to be the session of affordability.
From housing and energy to school construction and tight budgets, counties are facing rising costs on every front.

🎧 New episode of the @Conduit_St_Pod breaks down what to expect → https://t.co/toYkB5c6dd

[Maryland Association of Counties @MDCounties]

“Rising costs are outpacing revenues — and counties feel it first.”

Our latest @Conduit_St_Pod walks through why affordability is driving the 2026 session and what that means for counties statewide. 🎧 https://t.co/rRG3hvoafa