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March 12, 2026
We will not allow Montgomery County to have private immigration detention facilities here. Last week, I introduced the ICE Out Act to make it clear that ICE’s cruel and inhumane facilities have no place in our community.
Currently, our county code does not define immigration detention facilities. The ICE Out Act will define them, call them out and ban them. This legislation will prohibit the county from issuing building and use-and-occupancy permits for privately-owned immigration detention facilities.
Make no mistake, ICE is intent on expanding its operations in Maryland. We see what is happening near Hagerstown and we will not allow that to happen here.
With the ICE Out Act, we are drawing a clear line: Montgomery County will not allow private immigration detention facilities.
You can read this NBC 4 story for more details.
 Councilmember Glass introducing the ICE Out Act.
Update: Data Center Task Force
Earlier this week the Economic Development and Transportation & Environment Committees voted down my bill to create a Data Center Task Force.
I’m frustrated and disappointed.
My proposal was simple: bring together experts, residents, environmentalists and stakeholders to evaluate the full impacts of data centers and recommend a responsible path forward.
Data centers have real impacts on energy use, land, water, noise, and public health. Taking the time to review those impacts should be the bare minimum.
Montgomery County can be a place where innovation, entrepreneurship and environmental stewardship support each other.
You can read this Bethesda Today article for more.
 Councilmember Glass interviewing with NBC 4 on the Data Center Task Force Bill.
Women's History Month
March is Women’s History Month. It continues to be an honor serving with the largest female-majority Council in our history. I am also proud of the work we have done locally to advance gender equity, including the elimination of the gender pay gap in county government.
 Councilmember Glass with community leaders at the Women’s History Month breakfast.
Ramadan Iftar
It’s always wonderful to break bread with community leaders and neighbors to celebrate the spirit of Ramadan at the county’s official iftar. Montgomery County is the most religiously diverse county in the nation, and this event is a clear reflection of the values we share as a community.
 Councilmember Glass alongside guests at the county's Ramadan iftar.
Career Day
My visit to Albert Einstein High School’s Career Day reminded me why investing in our young people is so important. The students asked insightful questions about local and national politics and wanting to make sure everyone is safe living in our community. I left the classroom encouraged and inspired by their passion and potential.
 Councilmember Glass answering students' questions at Albert Einstein High School's Career Day.
Constituent Corner
A Wheaton resident reported a water leak in their neighborhood that had been running for a few days. My office called WSSC, which deployed a team to repair the leak and the damaged sidewalk.
If you need help navigating Montgomery County government, fill out this form and my team and I will assist you.
 A before and after picture of WSSC’s work repairing the leak and sidewalk.
Did You Know?
I am excited to share that the Maryland Transit Administration recently launched its MARC Student Saver Program. Students enrolled in a high school, trade/vocational school, college/university, including undergraduate and graduate programs, can save 50% on one-way and monthly tickets for MARC train service.
This program reflects our shared commitment to transit equity by connecting students to educational institutions, jobs, and internships throughout the region. Detailed instructions on how to register for the program are available on the MTA website.
Please do not reply to this email. To contact my office, email me at Councilmember.Glass@montgomerycountymd.gov.
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