Johnny Olszewski

02/09/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 02/09/2026 17:22

Olszewski Announces Federal Funding Info Sessions After Securing $15 Million for Second District Projects in 2026

(Washington, DC) - Congressman Johnny Olszewski announced a series of federal funding information sessions for community stakeholders after securing more than $15 million for local projects in Maryland's Second Congressional District in the Fiscal Year 2026 federal appropriations bills.
In his first year in Congress, Congressman Olszewski successfully secured funding for 14 community projects through Community Project Funding - formerly known as earmarks - which provides direct federal investment to state and local governments and eligible nonprofit organizations. These projects span Baltimore County, Baltimore City, and Carroll County and support public safety, education, workforce development, water infrastructure, transportation, and community services.
"These investments strengthen our region from the ground up," said Congressman Olszewski. "From workforce training and public safety to food security and support for veterans and families, these projects respond directly to the needs of our communities. When we work closely with local partners and govern responsibly, we can deliver meaningful results for the people we serve."
The funded projects include:
  • $830,000 to enhance McDaniel College's nursing program with advanced simulation equipment
  • $52,000 to expand the Deeds of Faith food pantry in Westminster
  • $1 million for the Carroll County Veterans Independence Project to establish a one-stop hub for local veterans
  • $1 million to support a building addition for the Carroll County Youth Service Bureau
  • $1.18 million to expand Baltimore City's Group Violence Reduction Strategy
  • $3.7 million to replace the Baltimore City Police Department's computer-aided dispatch system
  • $800,000 to expand trauma and victim services at the Baltimore-based Center for Hope
  • $965,000 to support Loyola University's forensic sciences program
  • $500,000 to improve the Town of New Windsor's water and sewer infrastructure
  • $1.09 million to improve the City of Westminster's Advanced Water Purification System
  • $850,000 for Carroll Community College's new Applied Technology and Trades Center
  • $250,000 to replace street lampposts along Reisterstown's Main Street corridor
  • $2 million to improve the I-795 and Dolfield Boulevard interchange in Owings Mills
  • $850,000 to improve the runway at Martin State Airport
Congressman Olszewski selected these projects from more than 50 submissions received from across the district.
To help local governments and nonprofit organizations prepare for the Fiscal Year 2027 appropriations process, Congressman Olszewski's office will host a series of information sessions beginning tomorrow. Agencies and eligible nonprofit organizations in Maryland's Second District are encouraged to attend.
For more information or to register, interested attendees may contact Congressman Olszewski's office at 410-427-5725.
Information Session Schedule
February 10, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Baltimore City
Roland Park Community Center
5802 Roland Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21210
February 11, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Baltimore County
StarTUp at the Armory
307 Washington Avenue, Towson, MD 21204
February 12, 2026 | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Carroll County
Carroll County Public Library - Exploration Commons
50 E. Main Street, Westminster, MD 21157
February 17, 2026 | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Virtual Session
(Registered participants will receive a link prior to the session.)


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