Federal Workers In Howard County To Gather Tuesday For Forum Discussing Buyout Proposal

HOWARD COUNTY, MD — Leaders will be hosting a public forum for federal government employees living in Howard County to share experiences, express concerns and gather resources surrounding President Donald Trump administration’s buyout proposal.

The proposed buyouts are for all full-time federal employees, except for military personnel, employees of the U.S. Postal Service and those in positions related to immigration enforcement and national security, Howard County officials noted.

“Given our prime Washington-Baltimore metropolitan location, award-winning, state-of-the-art amenities and facilities, stellar school system and thriving population, it’s no wonder many federal government employees call Howard County home,” said Howard County Executive Calvin Ball. “As we watch our neighbors, friends and family try to navigate this trying time, it is our duty to ensure they are seen, heard, valued and respected, and have the support they need to succeed.”

The federal workers forum will take place Tuesday, Feb. 4, starting at 6:30 p.m. at Howard Community College, Peter and Elizabeth Horowitz Visual and Performing Arts Center, 10901 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia.