Hogan Releases $49.35 Billion Budget, With Slight Dip In State Spending

Lawmakers stated the proposed budget represents "a promising, bipartisan framework" which should guide the state on its road to recovery.

Maryland Democratic Party Chair Describes ‘Absolute Joy’ At Biden-Harris Inauguration

Members of Maryland’s Congressional delegation and Gov. Hogan Jr. (R), attended the ceremony; Lewis and Harris's Howard U. bond is recalled.

Former Sen. Middleton Lands Lobbying Gig

Middleton, the former chairman of the powerful Finance Committee, has signed on as a lobbyist with Cornerstone Government Affairs.

Lawmakers, Advocates Continue Push To Remove Governor From Parole Process

Maryland lawmakers are looking to remove the governor ― and potentially politics ― from parole decisions.

Essay: Bookending Mike Miller’s Career As Senate President

Mike Miller could play a big room.

‘The House Is On Fire’: Prisoners’ Rights Activists Call On Hogan To Act Immediately

Hogan, other state officials are called on by rights' organizations to act to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in state prisons.

As He Eyes Possible Comptroller Run, Feldman Reports $346K In Bank

Feldman (D-Montgomery) will begin with a sizable war chest, should he decide to run for comptroller in 2022, the report states.

Lawmakers OK Two More Subpoenas In Maryland Environmental Service Probe

Senior members of the Maryland General Assembly have approved subpoenas in the probe into Roy McGrath's 2020 lucrative severance package.

Speaker Jones Reintroduces HBCU Funding Bill Adjusted For COVID-19 Economy

The long-standing lawsuit centers on inequitable funding for Maryland’s historically Black colleges and universities.

Raft Of Election Reform, Voting Access, Vacancy Filling Changes Proposed

Also among the changes being mulled is expanding ballot access for incarcerated voters, the report states.

Del. Shaneka Henson: Safer At Home?

On March 30, 2020, Governor Hogan issued a stay-at-home order to protect Marylanders from the emerging coronavirus.

Changes May Be Coming For Maryland’s Hate Crime Statute

The House Judiciary Committee heard bills seeking to expand who is protected and what offenses are punishable under the hate crime statute.

Jones Introducing Package Of Bills To Reduce Health And Financial Disparities In Communities Of Color

House Speaker Adrienne A. Jones (D-Baltimore County) unveiled bills aimed at minimizing race-based socio-economic and health disparities.

Ferguson Vows No Senate Action On Hogan Health Secretary Pick Until State Vaccination Rate Improves

Ferguson says Maryland's vaccine infrastructure should be "the best in the world," based on its "unbelievable assets" and world leadership.

Disconnected: More Than A Half-Million Maryland Homes Lack Reliable Broadband

As lawmakers tackle the digital divide during 2021, a study shows more than 500,000 Maryland households lack wireline broadband services.

Opinion: Why Everyone Should Care About The Blueprint For Maryland’s Future

As Maryland’s delegates and senators settle in, we should be urging them to override Hogan's veto of the Blueprint for Maryland's Future.

Hogan’s ‘Economic Recovery’ Budget Features Contentious Stimulus, Retiree Provisions

Gov. Larry Hogan is focused on “economic recovery” in this year's budget proposal. Here's how the governor wants to spend your tax dollars.

Opinion: Baltimore Is Leading The Fight To Hold Big Oil Accountable For Climate Change

The lawsuit before the U.S. Supreme Court could determine if companies accelerating the climate crisis would be held accountable.

What Key Maryland Constituencies Are Saying About Mike Miller

(Often, when a prominent Maryland political figure dies, Maryland Matters publishes a roundup of statements from fellow political leaders.)

Hogan Wasn’t The Only Maryland Governor To Get A COVID Shot On Monday

Lawrence J. Hogan Jr. (R) wasn’t the only Maryland governor to get his COVID-19 vaccination on Monday. Former Gov. Glendening also did.

Miller Funeral Arrangements Set ― He’ll Lie In State Thursday And Friday

Thomas V. Mike Miller Jr., the longest-serving state Senate president, will lie in state in the Maryland State House later this week.

Frank DeFilippo: Andy Harris Is Not The First District’s Only Embarrassment

It’s a durable article of political lore that people in public office are pretty much like the people who elect them.

‘He Was Capable Of The Full Range Of Human Emotion And Persuasive Skills And Tactics’

Thomas V. Mike Miller Jr., ruled the state Senate chamber for 32 years, possibly the longest run in American history, the report states.

Dayvon Love: Race Neutrality Is A Tool Of White Supremacy

Also quoting Dr. King on his day of honor, the author says he believes Clippinger legislates on "a paradigm rooted in white supremacy."

More Eligible For COVID-19 Vaccines By Monday, Hogan Says

Teachers, child-care workers, people 75 and older, and members of various high-risk groups will become eligible to receive a vaccine today.

State Election Officials Recommend More Drop-Off Boxes For Ballots In 2022

Elections Administrator Lamone told the Maryland State Board of Election officials the voters "really loved" the drop-off boxes.

In Wake Of Cox’s ‘Traitor’ Tweet, Jones Says Situation Is Being ‘Addressed’

(Editor’s note: This story has been updated to clarify Speaker Jones’ comments and to update the account of Del. Cox’s use of social media.)

Raskin Talks Impeachment, Son’s Death In Extraordinary CNN Interview

U.S. Rep. Jamie B. Raskin (D-Md.) gave an extraordinary interview on CNN’s “State of the Union” program Sunday.

Lobbypalooza 2021 In Annapolis? Safe Bet On Sports Gaming

By a margin of two-to-one, Maryland voters approved a referendum to legalize sports gambling, the ballot question carrying all 23 counties.

Senate Overrides 16 Hogan Vetoes From Last Year

The Maryland Senate moved quickly to override 16 of the vetoes Gov. Lawrence J. Hogan Jr. (R) handed down following the 2020 session.

Thomas V. Mike Miller Jr., 1942-2021

Mr. Miller, 78, died at his home in Chesapeake Beach after a long battle with prostate cancer, the report states.

State Of Emergency Declared In Maryland Before Inauguration

Gov. Larry Hogan has declared a state of emergency in Maryland amid preparations for Wednesday's presidential inauguration.

Marianne Williamson Endorses A Second Hoyer Challenger

Marianne Williamson, New Age author and erstwhile presidential contender, endorsed Greenbelt Mayor Byrd in his effort to oust Hoyer.

ACLU Releases Legislative Priorities With An Eye Towards Major Police Reform

Police reform is near the top of the list, as George Floyd's death last May in Minnesota "created greater urgency," the report states.

Montgomery County School Superintendent Jack Smith Will Retire In June

Montgomery County Public Schools Superintendent Jack Smith announced he will retire in June for family reasons.

Opinion: Unicorn Lake And Senate President Mike Miller

Unicorn Lake is a beautiful park and fishing lake nestled in northern Queen Anne’s County near Millington.

Lobbyists Out In The Cold — And One On The Inside

Because of the COVID pandemic and the need for social distancing, there was not much action among lobbyists on the assembly's first day.

Lawmakers Ask For More Clarity In State Vaccine Plan

Lawmakers pushed state Department of Health officials recently for more clarity on how COVID-19 vaccines would be rolled out.

Also Missing State Lawmakers: Annapolis Bars And Restaurants

James J. King has fond memories of opening days of the Maryland General Assembly, calling it "a time to greet friends and colleagues."

Cardboard Cutouts Of Kids Featured At Pro-Kirwan Rally In Annapolis

Advocates have already found creative ways to mobilize around the unusual General Assembly session.