After missing most of the session, Benson, Jones return to praise, affection, flowers

By: William J. Ford

Outlets: Maryland Matters

Published: March 31, 2026

Words: 732

Last Updated: 4 months ago

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Two of the state’s most respected legislators, who have been absent for almost the entire 2026 legislative session so far, returned Monday to be showered with praise and affection.

Sen. Joanne C. Benson (D-Prince George’s) and Del. Adrienne Jones (D-Baltimore County) were joined by Maryland native and groundbreaking former U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.), the first woman to hold the post, to receive the First Citizen Award. The award is bestowed by …

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