Legal Resources

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Navigating the legal system can be intimidating, especially when facing critical issues like housing disputes, record expungement, workplace discrimination, or family law matters. Access to affordable legal representation and information is vital for protecting your rights.

This guide connects District 40 and Maryland residents to trusted State, Federal, and Local legal services, public defenders, free legal clinics, and court self-help tools.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: By law, members of the Maryland General Assembly and their legislative staff (The Office of Delegate Marlon Amprey) are prohibited from offering formal legal advice, recommending private attorneys, or intervening in active judicial proceedings or court cases.

US Federal Resources

USDA Food Assistance Programs provides critical nutrition assistance through Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) programs that include child nutrition programs, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), and emergency food assistance among many other programs like the ones below:

  • SUN Bucks (Summer EBT): Provides eligible school-aged children with grocery benefits during the summer months when school meals are not available. Click here for more information and how to apply.

  • The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP): Provides emergency food and nutrition assistance at no cost to low-income Americans through local food banks and pantries. Click here for more information and how to apply.

  • Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP/Senior Food Boxes): Works to improve the health of low-income elderly persons at least 60 years of age by supplementing their diets with nutritious USDA foods. Click here for more information and how to apply.

  • Federal Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP): Provides reimbursements for nutritious meals and snacks to eligible children and adults who are enrolled for care at participating child care centers, day care homes, and adult day care centers. Click here for more information and how to apply.

  • Feeding America: The largest domestic hunger-relief and food-rescue organization in the United States. Click here to access their website for resources.

  • For a list of other US food assistance programs, click here.

Maryland State Resources

The State of Maryland administers key food support programs. The Office of Delegate Marlon Amprey has direct oversight with state agencies and can help advocate on your behalf if you run into issues with state-level applications.

  • Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP / Food Stamps): Provides monthly funds on an EBT card to help low-income individuals and families buy food. Click here for more information and how to apply.

  • Maryland WIC (Women, Infants, and Children): Provides healthy food, nutrition counseling, and breastfeeding support for pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and children under age 5. Click here for more information and how to apply.

  • Maryland Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (FMNP): Provides checks/coupons to low-income seniors and WIC participants to buy fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables at participating Maryland farmers' markets. Click here for more information and how to apply.

  • Maryland Market Money: A state-matching program that doubles the spending power of SNAP, WIC, and Senior FMNP benefits at participating farmers' markets across Maryland. Click here for more information and how to apply.

  • Maryland Food Bank: A non-profit organization leading the movement to end hunger in Maryland. Click here to access their website for resources.

Baltimore City Local Resources

  • The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP): Provides free, nutritious breakfasts and lunches to kids in low-income areas during the Summer season. Click here for more information and how to apply.

  • Baltimore City Community Action Partnership (CAP) Centers: Provide emergency food assistance, grocery boxes, and referrals for District 40 residents facing immediate crisis. Click here for more information and how to apply.

  • Baltimore 2-1-1 Food Helpline: Call 2-1-1 (or text your ZIP code to 898-211) 24/7 to speak with a specialist who can connect you with emergency food delivery or the closest open pantry. Click here for more information.

  • For a list of other Baltimore City food assistance programs, click here.