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Washington County Officials Hold Initial Meeting with Department of Homeland Security Regarding Local Facility

WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (March 16, 2026) – The Board of County Commissioners announces that officials from Washington County held an initial meeting with officials from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on March 16, 2026. Today’s meeting marks a significant step towards enhancing knowledge sharing and opens the lines of communication regarding the Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Washington County, Maryland. This first meeting brought together key subject matter experts, County and DHS leadership.

By engaging early and openly, Washington County is ensuring that the learning process is representative and adaptable to the evolving needs of the community. During the meeting, Washington County officials addressed a variety of topics, including aspects regarding community concerns, and concerns regarding impact on local resources.

Officials from DHS welcomed the open dialogue between both agencies and expressed a desire to maintain ongoing communication and collaboration.

For additional information, please contact Washington County’s Public Relations and Marketing Department at 240-313-2380. 

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