State Senator, Maryland , District #17

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    Jennie’s constituent service, institutional memory and willingness to stand her ground on tough issues have resulted in numerous awards recognizing her leadership and forward thinking. 

     With the depth and breadth of her experience, it is difficult to quickly summarize her expertise and accomplishments.  

     One key regional transportation roadway, the Inter-County Connector (ICC), has begun construction after years of delay, thanks in no small part to Jennie Forehand's unwavering advocacy in the Legislature.

     Jennie also has a passion for health related issues. She played a leading role in making Maryland “smoke-free,”  and as a Director on the Board of Hospice Caring, she helped create this facility, a haven for individuals facing the end of life and their families.

      She was a very early advocate for the fledgling biotechnology industry and vigorously promoted its economic potential for Montgomery County, introducing legislation to promote venture capital investment in start-up companies and facilitate community-based "business incubators."

     Born in Nashville, Tennessee, Jennie attended the University of North Carolina, receiving her Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Relations. A businesswoman, Jennie founded Forehand Antiques and Interiors and has worked as a teacher, juvenile court probation counselor, and statistician. She and her husband raised two children in Rockville, sending them through Montgomery County Public Schools.  Her daughter graduated from the Naval Academy and her son is now an architect.