Democrat, District 11, Baltimore County

Senator Zirkin has been a long-time advocate for prohibiting fracking in Maryland. He built a bipartisan bill by convincing fellow Senator Simonaire and Governor Hogan to acknowledge the risks associated with gas drilling. A historic press conference announced the Governor's support securing the ban bill's success.

Democrat, District 15, Montgomery County

Delegate Fraser-Hidalgo is a veteran warrior opposed to fracking in Maryland. His House ban bill was the final piece of historic legislation that was signed into law by Governor Larry Hogan. He captured a two-thirds majority in the House of Delegates before the bill reached the Senate.

Democrat, District 19, Montgomery County

Senator Manno served as Chair to the Administrative, Executive and Legislative Review Committee that placed a hold on fracking regulations. This unprecedented, bold move added ammunition for Governor Hogan's support of a ban. Without adopted regulations, Maryland could not proceed with gas drilling.

Democrat, District 39, Montgomery County

Delegate Robinson asked Maryland to ban fracking back in 2013. His forward-thinking legislation brought attention to the controversial practice. He also visited Garrett County with the Environment & Transportation Committee to listen to hours of testimony on the issue.