Montgomery County Executive provides update on data center legislation and other county matters

Montgomery County Executive provides update on data center legislation and other county matters

News ClipMontgomery County, MD (.gov)·Montgomery County, MD·7/17/2026

The Montgomery County Executive provided an update on data center legislation as part of a broader weekly message. This message also covered property tax bills, federal immigration enforcement, and teen mental health initiatives.

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This week, the County Executive discusses the recent shooting deaths of two men in ICE operations in Maine and Texas. He criticizes the lack of body cameras in use by federal agents and calls for independent investigations into the killings. He explains decisions made by the County Council during the budget process and how they have impacted property tax bills, which are being received now. The County Executive provides an update on data center legislation, focuses on the benefits of mental health help, and details the benefits of drone upgrades for police. He offers advice for staying cool, avoiding poor air quality, and recognizes the end of the World Cup with a community activity in Wheaton.