The Public Policy Program of the AAUW Howard County Branch contributes to and supports women’s issues by working with AAUW at the national and state level and the Maryland Legislative Agenda for Women (MLAW) advocating for policies that advance equity for women and girls. Through this work our goal is to get bills passed and made into Maryland law.

We keep Branch members apprised of pending legislation and encourage communication with Maryland officials and representatives in support of legislation in coordination with AAUW national and state organizations. More specifically we inform and strive to influence local, state, and federal policymakers on AAUW’s policy priorities, including a strong system of public education; affordable child care; quality higher education; Title IX, reproductive rights, affirmative action and other civil rights; a fair and balanced judiciary; work-place equity and equal pay; and retirement security.