John P. Donoghue

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

John P. Donoghue
John P. Donoghue

In office
1991 – present
Preceded by Donald F. Munson
Constituency District 2C, Washington County

Born May 24, 1957
New York City, New York
Political party Democratic
Spouse wife, Amy
Children one daughter, three sons
Residence Hagerstown, Maryland
Occupation Financial Advisor
Religion Roman Catholic

John P. Donoghue (born 1957) is an American politician from Maryland and a member of the Democratic Party. He is currently serving in his 5th term in the Maryland House of Delegates, representing Maryland's District 2C in Washington County. Donoghue is a member of the Health and Government Operations Committee.

Donoghue was born in New York City on May 24, 1957. He graduated from Catholic University with a degree in Political Science before becoming a financial advisor with Legg Mason.

[edit] Legislative notes

  • voted against the Clean Indoor Air Act of 2007 (HB359) citing a previous law requiring restaurants to meet statewide standards to eliminate smoke with adequate ventilation and providing separate areas for smoking and non-smoking patrons [1]
  • voted in favor of increasing the sales tax whilst simultaneously reducing income tax rates for some income brackets - Tax Reform Act of 2007(HB2)[2]
  • honored by the Maryland MEDBANK Program for his dedication to health care legislation

[edit] References

Maryland Manual Online. Maryland State Archives (2007). Retrieved on 2007-07-07.