Evan Glass

Today the Economic Development and Transportation & Environment Committees voted 3-2 against Bill 4-26, legislation | introduced that would have established a Data Center Task Force to study the impacts of data center development in Montgomery County. I'm disappointed and frustrated by this vote. We're being asked to make monumental, generational decisions about data centers without first doing the evaluation our community deserves. Residents across Montgomery County have raised real concerns about how data centers are affecting higher energy prices, straining our water resources, increasing noise pollution and compromising public health risks. Those questions are legitimate and deserve answers. My proposal was straightforward and reasonable: bring together experts, residents, industry representatives, utility companies and stakeholders to evaluate the full impacts of data centers in Montgomery County and recommend a responsible and sustainable path forward. Additionally, I have strong concerns about how energy-dependent facilities like data centers will allow us to reach our ambitious climate goals of reducing greenhouse gas emissions 80% by 2027 and eliminating them by 2035. To put it bluntly: today's decision puts meeting our targeted climate action plan in doubt. I will continue working with all stakeholders to ensure that Montgomery County remains innovative, entrepreneurial and environmentally conscious.

My statement on today's Council action re the Data Center Task Force

When reporters are arrested, intimidated or taken into custody by the very agencies they’re covering, it’s not just about immigration policy or politics — it’s about the truth.

A free press is not optional in a democracy. It is mandatory.

Yes, yes and yes

I applaud Senator Van Hollen for sponsoring federal legislation to regulate the energy use of AI companies.

AI and data centers are driving up electricity prices in Maryland and across the country. Montgomery County residents should not have to subsidize the richest tech companies in the world.

Graphic: Maryland Delegate Lesely Lopez Endorses Evan Glass for County Executive

I’m incredibly proud to have the endorsement of
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Delegate Lopez knows the importance of strong partnerships and I’m grateful for her trust and support.

Thank you, Lesley. Let’s get to work!

Kristi Noem is out as DHS Secretary — but one change won’t undo the damage done by cruel ICE policies.

We still need real safeguards to protect our communities. It’s why I introduced the ICE Out Act, ensuring that privately owned immigrant detention centers can’t open in Montgomery County.

The Glass Gazette: February 26, 2026

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🤝 Trust Act is Now Law
🏫 Infrastructure Hearings
🏆 Black History Celebration
☪️ Ramadan Mubarak
🧧 Lunar New Year
💡 Constituent Corner
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Proud that Montgomery County signed the TRUST Act into law!

This is who we are:

We protect our immigrant neighbors.

We build trust between communities and local government.

We stand for dignity and due process for everyone who calls our county home.

Unconstitutional tariffs. Billions collected. Zero refunds planned. They took your money — and they’re keeping it. It’s called theft.

The Supreme Court finally woke up

Ranked choice voting strengthens democracy. It gives voters more options, encourages broad support and ensures that winners reflect the will of the majority — not just a narrow group of voters.

Here's my testimony to the Maryland General Assembly in support of RCV.

Rev. Jesse Jackson was a towering figure in the fight for justice and equality. I grew up inspired by his courage and unwavering dedication to civil rights for all. Rest in power.

Let's honor this Presidents Day by defending the principles that make it work: an independent judiciary, a coequal legislature, and an executive bound by the rule of law.

Democracy endures when we insist that no one is above it.

As Donald Trump rolls back climate protections and weakens the EPA, I’m making Montgomery County a greener, cleaner community.

That’s why I’m proud to be endorsed by the Sierra Club.

We must stand up for our local environment when national leaders abandon it.

The Glass Gazette: February 12, 2026

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⚡️ Rising Utility Costs
❄️ Winter Storm Recap
🏘️ Point-in-Time Count
🖤 Black History Month
🧧 Lunar New Year
🚌 Constituent Corner
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The Muslim holiday of Eid al-Fitr should never be treated as a “make-up” school day.

Montgomery County must respect all religious holidays equally.

Montgomery County council holds hearing on rising utility costs If you feel like your utility bills keep going up and up, you’re not alone.

Feeling the pinch from rising utility bills?

You’re not alone.

Montgomery County residents are seeing higher electric, water and gas costs.

When I pressed on why electric bills are rising, the answer was clear: data centers.

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The Washington Post didn’t “die in darknesses.”

It surrendered.

What a profound shame for the millions of residents in the DMV.

Montgomery County snow response under scrutiny Montgomery County leaders are taking a deeper dive into what went well and what went wrong with the recent snow response. Council members held a public briefing Tuesday afternoon where county departm...

There must be better communication and coordination across county government.

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The council will receive a briefing at 1:30 p.m. today on the county's snow removal response. You can watch this discussion here.

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I know you’re frustrated. So am I.

The Council will hold a public briefing Tuesday on the county’s response to this week’s snowstorm.

This is about accountability and doing better next time.

What questions do you have?

The only ice I want at the Olympics is frozen under skates, not enforcing cruelty.

From one Glass to another: I support this.

And if you need a new venue, Strathmore would be music to our ears.

From one Glass to another: I support this.

If you’re wondering when a plow will reach your street, check the county’s snow tracker.

Our hard working county employees and contractors are working around the clock to clear our roads. Please be patient as we dig out from this monster storm.

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Maryland is ready for the snow

The real “domestic terrorists” are in the White House.

The victim, Alex Jeffrey Pretti, was reportedly a law abiding US citizen & an ICU nurse at the VA. He was licensed to carry a firearm.

Trump & Miller are responsible for his killing & are now lying to the American people.

The 2025 fundraising numbers are out and this is what real grassroots momentum looks like!

With 97% of our contributions coming from Montgomery County residents, this campaign runs on people power –– not special interests.

Today I introduced legislation to form a task force that will study the impacts of data centers in Montgomery County. Before considering any zoning proposals, we owe it to our community to fully understand the environmental, residential and utility-cost implications.

The other proposal is a zoning measure that will allow data centers, before any community conversation. My proposal starts with stakeholder engagement to determine the details and parameters.