Meet Mrs. Benson

Joanne C. Benson was elected in 1991 to The House of Delegates of the Maryland General Assembly to represent Prince George’s County’s 24th Legislative District. In 2011 she was elected to serve as the 24th District’s first female Senator. Senator Benson currently serves in the Senate Leadership as Majority Whip. She is a member of the Budget and Taxation Committee, serves on the Joint Committees on Education, Business and Administration, Pensions, Audit and Evaluations, Children, Youth and Families; Ending Homelessness; Fair Practices and State Personnel Oversight; and has been appointed to the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments. She also is a member of the Women Legislators of Maryland and the Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland.

Joanne C. Benson was born in Roanoke, Virginia. She is the daughter of the Reverend and Mrs. William Claybon. She is one of a patrician line of six --- four sisters and one brother. Her family relocated early on to Hagerstown, Maryland where she attended public schools and graduated from South Hagerstown High School. Mrs. Benson holds a Bachelor of Science Degree from Bowie State University and a Master of Arts Degree from Catholic University. She believes that education is one of the most powerful tools anyone could possess. She is a constant proponent for the strongest quality education for all Prince George’s County’s children.

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Attendees networking at the Federal Employee Career Transition & Resource Fair in Prince George’s County, featuring job opportunities and career resources.

Join the Federal Employee Career Transition & Resource Fair – March 12

Federal employees affected by recent layoffs are invited to attend the Prince George’s County Federal Employee Career Transition & Resource Fair on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at 10 AM at The Hotel at University of Maryland. This event is designed to provide critical career resources, networking opportunities, and direct connections with employers who understand the challenges of transitioning careers in today’s workforce.

Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with industry professionals, explore job opportunities, and gain insights from guest speakers, including Acting County Executive Tara H. Jackson. The fair will also feature various resource partners committed to supporting federal employees during this transition. Don’t miss this chance to take the next step in your career journey.

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Arc's Benefits Enrollment Center (BEC)

Arc's Benefits Enrollment Center (BEC)

The Benefits Enrollment Center (BEC) at The Arc provides free benefit screenings and application assistance to low-income seniors and adults with disabilities living in Prince George's County. We educate them on state and federal programs they may be eligible to receive.

PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY RESIDENTS 18 YEARS & OLDER WITH DISABILITIES, BENEFITS INCLUDE:
Supplemental Security Income; Medicaid; State Disability Benefits; Temporary Food Assistance Program; Transit (Metro Access); Lifeline (Free State Cell Phone).

For more information, visit our website at www.thearcofpgc.org or call us at 301-335-9681. You can also download our flyer by clicking here.

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A New Era for Athletic Field Reservations in Prince George’s County

A New Era for Athletic Field Reservations in Prince George’s County

On January 6, 2025, the M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County will officially take over athletic field reservations. These reservations have migrated from Prince George’s County Public Schools to a new, streamlined platform at pgparks.com/fields. This user-friendly system is designed to make booking the county’s high-quality artificial turf fields easier and more efficient than ever.

The new reservation platform is part of a joint agreement with Prince George’s County Public Schools for the construction and operation of athletic field permitting. We encourage you to explore the system today by visiting pgparks.com/fields.

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New Office Location

New Office Telephone Number

Senator Joanne C. Benson has a new office telephone number. Visit her at the Senate Office Building, Room 201, 11 Bladen Street, Annapolis, MD 21401 and let your voice be heard! Every voice matters—don't miss out on this opportunity to make a difference.

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