Transit Group Asks Federal Judge To Compel Release Of Toll Lane Proposal Documents

The Freedom of Information Act “and its implementing regulations require (Federal Highway Administration) to issue its determination."

$32M Owed To MD Taxpayers: ‘Time Running Out’ To Claim, IRS Says

The IRS says U.S. taxpayers are sitting on $1.5 billion in refunds from the 2019 tax season — but the clock is ticking to claim them in MD.

Kalman Hettleman: Will There Be Losers, As Well As Winners, In The Struggle For School Equity?

Solutions aren't easy, particularly in the wake of the pandemic.

Chaos Erupts In House Of Delegates, As Tension Grips Final Moments Of General Assembly Session

The bill came up at 11:48 p.m., and House Speaker Adrienne A. Jones (D-Baltimore County) called for a voice vote.

Frederick County Sheriff Pleads Not Guilty In Machine Gun Case, Is Ordered To Surrender Service Weapon

Jenkins, 66, appeared at the U.S. District Court hearing in Baltimore alongside his attorneys, Andrew White and Andrea Smith.

Delegate Apologizes For Emotional Outburst On House Floor At Close Of General Assembly Session

Kipke said he was not intoxicated during the exchange, in which he shouted at the speaker during the final 10 minutes.

Beware The Invisible Hand: Senate Panel Pulls Plug On Climate Bill Quietly Opposed By Utilities

It was the death certificate for a complex bill that would have changed an energy savings program run by the state's housing agency.

Moore Signs First Bills, Praises Del. Wilson's Work For Survivors Of Sexual Abuse

The Family Prosperity Act permanently extends the state's earned income tax to offer both refundable and nonrefundable credits.

Legislative Roundup: A Quick Look At Some Of The Bills That Found Success On The General Assembly's Final Day

Offshore wind expansion and others were noted, according to the report.

Commentary: Marylanders Need Access To A Diverse Array Of Dignified Mental Health Supports, Not Assisted Outpatient Treatment

I read the commentary “Doctor: Maryland needs assisted outpatient treatment so I can save my patients” with great interest and concern.

Notes: Stats For Junkies; More Montgomery Vacancy Applicants; Building A GOP Bench

The index is based on how each district voted in the previous two presidential elections compared to the national White House election.

General Assembly Passes Bill To Prohibit Carrying Guns In Sensitive Areas Like Preschools And Polling Places

The bill included several amendments added in the House of Delegates. One amendment approved Monday clarifies the wear-and-carry permit law.

Offshore Wind Bill Takes Flight In Session's Final Hours

The Promoting Offshore Wind Energy Resources (POWER) Act "attracted support from a potent combination," the report states.

General Assembly Caps Session That Saw Passage Of Top Democratic Priorities, Renewed Partnership With Governor

When all was said and done, legislative leaders in the Democratically controlled houses, along with Gov. Moore, declared victory.

Doctor: Maryland Needs Assisted Outpatient Treatment So I Can Save My Patients

As a physician, I took an oath to first do no harm.

Roundup: Expanded Prosecutorial Power Approved, Gun Bills On The Move, Blueprint Board Has Two Candidates

Senate Bill 290 is the first bill Attorney General Anthony Brown (D) testified on in Annapolis in February after being sworn into office.

Lawmakers Moving Forward With Plan To Abolish Maryland 529 Board, Settle Claims For Pre-Paid College Trust Accounts

Maryland offers two 529 college savings programs (named for the section of IRS code that makes them possible).

Senate Approves Recreational Cannabis Compromise, Measure Awaits Final Vote In House Of Delegates

The Senate vote follows action in the House Economic Matters and Senate Finance Committees earlier that day.

Legislative Women's Caucus Still Divided — Only Democrats Installed On Executive Board

Lopez quickly vowed to try to heal the wounds, and even sent handwritten notes to each of the Republican women in the legislature.

Bill To Establish Oversight Board For Thoroughbred Racing Headed To Quick Finish In General Assembly

That nearly guarantees the fast-track legislation will be approved and sent to Gov. Wes Moore (D) ahead of the also-rans.

Senate Approves Gun Bill, But Not Without Heated Late Debate

The vote may not have happened if Sen. Antonio Hayes (D-Baltimore City) didn't make a motion to reconsider a special order.

Immigrants' Rights Protesters Arrested Seeking To Block State House Entrance

One of the protesters who was arrested, Emely DeLeon, 22, a CASA organizer from Baltimore City, said she was willing to risk arrest.

Moore's Military And Service Cabinet Secretaries Confirmed; GOP Elections Board Pick Voted Down

Among those confirmed were Brig. Gen. Janeen L. Birckhead and Paul Monteiro, Gov. Wes Moore's picks to lead the state military.

Senators Debating Whether To Include Dedicated Prince George's County Seat On Stadium Authority Board

The legislation initially raised the number of seats on the Stadium Authority board to 10 — an even number, with no provision.

Lawmakers Find Agreement To Add Prince George's County Seat To Maryland Stadium Authority

“We have a solution…. We have something that everybody is good with,” said Sen. Guy Guzzone (D-Howard), chair of Budget and Taxation.

General Assembly Heads Into Final Day Of 445th Session

After a Saturday meeting of the House of Delegates, more than 576 bills have been passed. That includes almost all from Moore.

MD Controller Warns Of Fake Tax Notices Threatening Property Seizure

The Maryland Comptroller’s Office warned taxpayers it did not send notices threatening to seize property over unpaid debts.

Opinion: Montgomery County Must Pass The HOME Act, Not Codify Rent Gouging

All of our neighbors in Montgomery County deserve the chance to put down roots in our communities.

Immigrants' Rights Protesters Arrested Seeking To Block State House Entrance

Seven immigrants' rights protesters were arrested in Annapolis. They are accused of blocking the state house during a health care protest.

Roundup: Moore Urges Confirmation Of Adjutant General; Nursing Home Oversight Bill Moves Forward; Paid Leave Closer To Reality

Moore said his Cabinet was the “most diverse and remarkably competent cabinet in the history of the state of Maryland.”

Commentary: Supporting Food Assistance Organizations Is Critical To Maryland's Success

The Maryland Food Bank, like many service-focused nonprofits, is at a crossroads. Demand for food assistance has not been higher.

Health Care Bill For Immigrants Appears To Be Stalling In State Senate

“I appreciate the passion behind the issue,” Griffith said. “I share the desire to make health care available to our most vulnerable."

Moore Appoints Veteran Lawmaker Barve To The Public Service Commission

“I am confident in Delegate Barve's ability to bolster my administration's commitment to environmental stewardship" -- Gov. Moore

Moore Picks To Lead Public Service And Military Departments Head For Confirmation

Moore announced Birckhead's nomination during an afternoon press conference a day before the hearing.

Roundup: Safe Harbor Passes; Help For Charlotte Hall; Racing Bill Amended; Fair Wages Act Passed; Speaker Honors Society Members

Meanwhile, the Senate granted preliminary approval Tuesday on House Bill 297, crossfiled with the Senate bill.

With Blue Line Development Ahead, Bill Would Add A Prince George's County Seat To Stadium Authority Board

Meanwhile, the House Appropriations Committee is considering Senate Bill 442, sponsored by Sen. Paul D. Corderman (R-Washington).

Maryland Supreme Court Clears Way For Teacher To Serve On Harford County Council

A ruling by the state's highest court Wednesday now allows him to return to serving a council district that has been without council.

After Years Of Investigation And Heartbreak, Report Detailing "Horrendous" Allegations Against Clergy Is Released

In the end, few, if any, in the archdiocesan hierarchy seemed to escape without complicity, turning out predators to act again.

Frederick County Sheriff And Shooting Range Owner Indicted By Federal Grand Jury For Scheme To Illegally Buy Machine Guns

The indictment was handed up by the grand jury and announced publicly, and Jenkins had been under investigation for at least a year.

General Assembly Gives Final Approval To $63 Billion Budget

The approval caps the first year that lawmakers were empowered with budgetary authority, approved by voters in 2020.