Governor Robert L. Ehrlich, Jr. has endorsed John R. Austin of Brookeville, Maryland in the 14 th Legislative District.

In his endorsement, Governor Ehrlich noted that,  "John will uphold our core values of fiscal responsibility, work to strengthen education, health & the environment and will help build a transportation system for the next century.  John is an innovator and brings three decades of private sector experience, community service and political involvement to the table and will make a significant contribution to the Legislature".

John R. Austin, Candidate for The Maryland House of Delegates in the 14 th Legislative District Montgomery County has received the endorsement of the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce.

In her announcement of the endorsement, Georgette "Gigi" Godwin, Interim President and CEO of the Chamber, stated "...We are pleased to announce our endorsement of candidates who are committed to ensuring Maryland's national and global economic competitiveness through investing in education and workforce development, providing traffic relief solutions and creating a business climate that attracts and retains quality employers." Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB)

Has recognized John R. Austin, Candidate for Delegate in Maryland's 14 th Legislative District Montgomery County , as a friend of small business.