Sen. P.J. Hogan (D-Dist. 39), Vice Chair of the Senate Budget & Taxation Committee, will leave the Maryland Senate next month to become the University System of Maryland’s Vice Chancellor for Government Relations.

“P.J. Hogan has been an avid and effective supporter of the University System of Maryland and higher education,” said USM Chancellor Britt Kirwan said. “I am confident that P.J.’s deep knowledge of higher education and the budget process, his successful legislative career, and his significant experience on Capitol Hill will serve USM well as we continue our efforts to enhance quality, accessibility, and affordability.”

District 39’s loss is the University Systems gain.

During his time in the Senate, Sen. Hogan has been a great friend to the business community and a leader the Maryland Chamber has turned to frequently for help advocating its pro-business agenda. His leadership will be missed.

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