Maryland lawmakers who wanted a COVID-19 vaccine were able to get one beginning this week.
They are eligible because Phase 1B of the state’s vaccination protocol has a “continuity of government” provision that includes members of the General Assembly. Maryland entered Phase 1C on Jan. 25.
“We’re a constitutional part of government, and we are there for continuity of government,” said Senate Minority Whip Michael J. Hough (R-Frederick and Carroll). “We’re down here. We’ve got to approve the state budget, and we’re approving the governor’s relief package.”
“So we’re doing things that are very important for the citizens of Maryland during this pandemic.”