Lawmakers Send Statewide Paid Leave Bill To Governor

Depending on their pay, Marylanders — who worked part-time or full-time for at least 680 hours — would receive a partial wage replacement.

Political Notes: Franchot To Join Clyburn At Bowie State; Hogan Picks A Democrat In City Race; McIntosh Blesses Successor; More

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With A Key Deadline Looming, The Senate Approves Marijuana Legalization Measures

Anyone caught with a greater amount would be subject to the state's laws on possession with intent to distribute, said Waldstreicher.

Legislative Roundup: Lawmakers Pass Bills On Guns, Juvenile Justice Reform, And ‘Zombie' Pollution Permits

The bill, amended on a bipartisan basis in Senate Judicial Proceedings, sets penalties for people who own or sell unserialized firearms.

Opinion: Consolidated Billing Would Open Door To Solar Access For All Marylanders

The promise of solar energy should be available to all, not just the select few.

General Assembly Advances Tenant Protection Measures

Rent relief funding has been slow to get to many tenants who have applied, leaving some to face eviction while waiting for assistance.

Judge Defers To Court Of Appeals On New Congressional Map

The hearing came a week after Battaglia, a former Court of Appeals judge, struck down the General Assembly's original congressional map.

Gov. Larry Hogan Proclaims April Safe Digging Month

Contact Miss Utility/District One Call by calling 811 or visiting www.MissUtility.net to have buried utilities marked before digging

House Of Delegates Gives Final Approval To Court-Ordered Redraw Of Congressional Map

After the House vote, the Office of the Attorney General announced that it had filed a notice to appeal the decision by Judge Battaglia.

Hogan Announces $216 Million Cancer ‘Moonshot' Effort With Latest Budget Amendment

Nearly half the additional funding will expand services provided by U. Maryland Medical System's Greenbaum Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Legislative Roundup: Corporations Support Climate Bill; Child Interrogation Reform Moves Forward; Scholarship Bill Stalls

Hogan dismissively called the climate bill an “energy tax” when it was initially being debated on the Senate floor three weeks ago.

Senate Accepts House Amendments On Climate Bill, Setting Stage For Possible In-Session Veto Override

But some senators were reluctant to accept amendments that had come over from the House.

House Passes Statewide Paid Leave Program

This has been a long-time coming for Maryland, as state lawmakers have previously tried to establish a paid family leave program.

Sen. Hettleman & Del. Rosenberg: Time To Make Maryland A National Leader In Service

Maryland has a rich history of service to our neighbors and our communities -- we saw this selfless spirit during the past two years.

Opinion: Expansion Of Good Samaritan Law Smashes The Balance Between Public Health And Public Safety

Current law allows for immunity from arrest and prosecution if evidence was gathered from a result of observation of a medical emergency.

Thunderstorms, Tornadoes A Threat Thursday: MD Weather Forecast

Strong storms are expected to arrive in Maryland Thursday afternoon, with heavy rain, hail and damaging winds forecast.

After Lengthy House Debate, Senate Committees Agree To Amendments On Climate Bill

“The bottom-line, core fundamental principle is this: we have to address global climate change, we have to clean the air" -- Del. Barve

Roundup: Senate Passes Abortion Bill To Governor; Panel Backs Insurer Fee; Bill Honoring Slain Officer Amended

The early passage of the bill means lawmakers may have time to override a potential veto before the end of the 90-day legislative session.

Senate Panel Approves Cannabis Legalization; No Action On Referendum Yet

Senate Bill 833, sponsored by Sen. Brian Feldman (D-Montgomery), is similar to a bill that passed the House in February.

Can Md. Help Break Europe Of Its Russian Energy Habit? It's Complicated

“It will work to ensure energy security for Ukraine and the EU in preparation for next winter and the following one" -- White House

Opinion: Maryland Must Break The Systemic Barriers To Behavioral Health Care

Mental health struggles affect everyone, and too often, we suffer in silence; there is a shortage of mental health providers in the state.

The Major Shakeups For Incumbents In Legislative Leaders' Redrawn Congressional Map

The newest map includes a solidly Republican 1st District and a much more competitive 6th District, and still is not compact enough.

Opinion: Recycling Bill Gives Too Much Power To The Packaging Industry

(This is in response to the commentary published in Maryland Matters on March 21.)

MD Billionaires Could Pay 20% More Under Biden Tax Plan

Maryland's ultra-wealthy could pay 20 percent more in taxes under a “Billionaire Minimum Tax” proposed in President Joe Biden’s budget.

Sen. Hester Meets The Democrats She May Represent One Day

“We're all learning new things with all the redistricting configurations and the new maps,” said Democratic committee member Witzler.

Dayvon Love: Baltimore City Democrats Resist Community Oversight Of Law Enforcement

Community oversight of law enforcement is a demand that emanated from the Black Freedom Movement of the 1960s.

Legislative Roundup: Climate Change, Abortion Access, And ‘Ghost Gun' Bills Advance In General Assembly

Two House committees voted to approve changes to the climate bill, including delaying the date by which the state should meet its goal.

Frank DeFilippo: Politics, Not Promises And Prayers, Win Primary Elections

OK, enough with the high-minded bloviation, let's get down to the nitty-gritty of politics and campaigns.

Critics Accuse Moore Of “Flip-Flop” On I-270 Toll Lanes Plan

Moore has apparently had a change of heart, also stating he would dedicate federal funds to the project.

Senate Gives Preliminary Approval To Redrawn Congressional Plan

Sen. Christopher R. West (R-Baltimore County) said the map is “far superior” to the plan originally enacted by lawmakers in December.

2nd COVID Booster OKed For 50+, Immunocompromised In MD: FDA

Eligible Marylanders can get a second Pfizer or Moderna COVID booster at least four months after getting the first booster, the FDA said.

Hippodrome Announces 2022/2023 Broadway Series

Season features six Baltimore premieres including Disney's Frozen, To Kill a Mockingbird, Hadestown, Six and more.

Legislative Roundup: Single Abortion Bill Advances In Senate; Hogan Keeps Money Flowing; Caucus News

The drawn-out floor debate mirrored arguments heard in the House earlier this month.

Political Notes: History-Making Mikulski Looking To Make History With Endorsement — And More

Mikulski cited Lierman's “work overseeing our state's budget on the Appropriations Committee," "stewardship of our pensions," other factors.

Lawmakers: Strengthen Good Samaritan Laws To Address Overdose Deaths

Police officers are trained first responders who are prepared, but in our states, it can be risky and intimidating to call them for help.

House Set To Debate Sweeping Climate Legislation — With Amendments To Senate Bill

The biggest changes include delaying an interim greenhouse gas reduction goal by a year.

State To Temporarily Take Control Of City's Wastewater Treatment Plant

Grumbles's directive tasks the Maryland Environmental Service with overseeing the operation, maintenance, and improvements of the plant.

Opinion: Maryland's Climate Solutions Are Health Solutions For All Marylanders

When people discuss why climate bills will be good for Maryland, you often hear about how these bills will help reduce energy consumption.

Josh Kurtz: The Big Enchilada In The Democratic Primary For Governor Is…

Polls have suggested that there are four leading Democratic candidates for governor.

Hogan And Legislative Leaders Announce Agreement On Tax Relief, 2023 Spending

According to the announcement from Hogan's office, as a result, 80 percent of Maryland's retirees would receive substantial tax relief.