Political Notes: Alsobrooks Backs Moore; Edwards Touts Support From Former House Colleagues; More

“I have seen Wes Moore connect with people and bring them together to chart a vision for the future," Alsobrooks said.

Opinion: New Climate Corps Programs Must Meet The Demands Of Climate Justice

“There is no ethical consumption under capitalism.” The author, a junior high school student, adopted this phrase and found it meaningful.

Maryland's Highest Court Overturns Controversial Prince George's Map

On Monday, the efforts of six members to kill the controversial map prevailed.

Dels. Barnes And Valentino-Smith: Maryland's Temporary Cash Assistance Safety Net Needs Reform

Maryland's poverty rate is lower than many other states — approximately 9 percent of Marylanders live below the Federal Poverty Line.

John King: Our Schools Are Critical To The Fight Against Climate Change

The IPCC report, released last week, is a horrifying indictment of our lack of urgency in responding to climate change.

After Amendments, Climate Bill Passes Senate Committee While House Bill Faces Resistance At Hearing

The bill includes comprehensive measures on how the state would reach this goal, primarily through modifying building codes.

Attack On The U.S. Capitol Lives On In Hundreds Of Court Cases; 19 Marylanders Among The Defendants

The 19 from Maryland are accused of various crimes, the report states.

Enpowering Caregivers: Alzheimer's & Dementia Conference

Virtual conference provides tips on caregiving

Juvenile Justice Bill Seeks To Address Failures Of Many Systems

Drawing on a friend's coat at school -- It is among the offenses that can lead a pre-teen to court, the report states.

Dels. Ruth & Terrasa: Give Maryland's AG The Tools To Hold Climate Polluters Accountable

The climate crisis is not some distant future. It's right here, right now, and taxpayers are already paying the price.

Md. LCV Chief: What Is The Cost Of Maryland's Climate Inaction?

The Maryland General Assembly is considering comprehensive climate bills in the House and Senate (SB528 and HB708, HB806 and HB831).

State Pension System Divests Of Many Assets In Russia, But $28 Million Remains

But through divestment and devaluation of investments, the investment value decreased to $32 million within the last month.

New Federal Loan For Purple Line Is A Big Step Toward Reboot, Lawmakers Say

Purple Line Transit Constructors (PLTC) quit the 16.2-mile light rail project in 2020 after a long battle with the transit administration.

Floor Action Roundup: United House Passes Tax Bills; Senate Debates Judicial Transparency; More

House Bill 288, sponsored by Dels. Dana C. Jones (D-Anne Arundel) and Brian M. Crosby (D-St. Mary's), would exempt baby bottles.

Lawmakers Introduce Bills To Bolster State Cybersecurity

Del. Patrick G. Young Jr. (D-Baltimore County) and Sen. Katie Fry Hester (D-Howard) co-chaired the ad hoc committee.

State Leaders Hold Vigil In Solidarity With Ukraine

Before Hogan spoke, the Ukrainian national anthem played from speakers, and some of the crowd chanted along to it.

Zucker & Peña-Melnyk: Now Is The Time To Support Our Children And Families With Disabilities

This 90-day convening of the legislature is our collective opportunity is to provide relief, support and hope for Marylanders.

Gun Dealers Oppose Speaker's Bill To Require Theft Deterrents

The legislation would also require store owners to remove their inventory from display cases and place them in secured vaults or safes.

Opinion: Environmental Justice In Md. Can Start With A Vote For Electric Trucks

It's 6 a.m., and Spesutia Road in Perryman Peninsula, Harford County is already clogged with rumbling big-rigs, tractor trailers, and semis.

Lawmakers Rally Behind Small-Business Health Coverage Proposal

Most of the requested funds — $45 million per year — would come from pandemic aid the state has received from the federal government.

Political Notes: Hogan's Daughter Takes On Ex-Boss; Democratic Unity (Almost) In District 1; More

“Integrity. It's what guides me throughout my career,” Jaymi Sterling says in the ad, directly addressing the camera.

Bill Would Let Tenants Ask Court To Shield Pandemic-Related Eviction Records

“I'm seven months pregnant now, trying to find housing and a place for me and my daughter to stay, and it's difficult,” Yemba said.

Bill Would Require Government Agencies To Consider Climate And Environmental Justice In Their Decisions

The “Climate Equity Act,” sponsored by Boyce and Watson (D-Prince George's), would require governmental agencies to assess climate impacts.

House Rules Panel Rejects Cox's Attempts To Impeach Hogan

“I do not feel it meets the standards of impeachment in the state of Maryland,” Buckel said. A unanimous voice vote supported his motion.

Alzheimer's Association is BGE's 2022 Cause Partner

The $200,000 grant supports the Greater Maryland Chapter's fundraising efforts

Opinion: Is Increased Authority For Student Members Of School Boards A Good Idea?

The legislation would fundamentally change the makeup and mechanics of almost every local board of education in the "Old Line State."

Contract Providers' Services Suffer As They Wait For Md. Health Dept. To Settle Unpaid Invoices

Robinowitz said the delay has impacted her organization's payroll and ability to provide services, like helping people.

Return To All-Elected School Board In Prince George's Is Likely, But Not This Year

The return to an all-elected board is a priority for Alsobrooks (D); a task force she created recommended a return to such a board.

Lawmakers Hope To Block Use Of Credit Scores By Auto Insurers

Two state lawmakers hope this is the year the General Assembly outlaws the use of credit scores in setting car insurance rates.

Franchot Rolls Out Online Vendor Payment Portal, But Lawmaker Questions Timing

Franchot said the database is meant to help subcontractors, or businesses that work under vendors, and contractors who receive payments.

Climate Forums For Gubernatorial Candidates Just A Week Away, March 8 and 9

The forums will take place at the University of Maryland College Park Tuesday evening, and at Goucher College in Towson Wednesday evening.

Opinion: Lawmakers Are Finally Moving To End Child Interrogation, And Let's Not Stop There

Marylanders applaud the bipartisan effort to pass the Child Interrogation Protection Act.

Advocates Push To Retain Building Standards In Climate Legislation After Major Pushback

The lead sponsors of the package are Sen. Paul G. Pinsky (D-Prince George's), and Dels. Kumar P. Barve (D-Montgomery) and Dana M. Stein (D).

Opinion: Modernizing The Electric Grid Isn't Just About Wires

(The author, of NAACP Maryland, disagrees with the recent commentary by Jason Stanek, chair of the Maryland Public Service Commission.)

Election Officials Face Uncertainty, Heavy Workload Amid Redistricting Challenges

Garreis said local boards of elections are already recruiting election workers and looking for polling places for the primary.

Political Notes: Schulz Airs First TV Ad; Apology On The House Floor; Money For Baker; Money From Woolford; More

The ad features Schulz standing in a classroom, addressing the camera, while graphics list highlights of her Parental Bill of Rights.

Opinion: 2022 Is Shaping Up To Be The Year Of Conservation In Maryland

A small freshwater fish called the Maryland darter – the only known species unique to Maryland – might not be top of mind for legislators.

Lifting Mask Mandates In Public Schools Gets Final Approval By Legislative Committee

The board's decision to rescind the emergency regulation could not go into effect until approved by the state regulation review committee.

Powerful Groups Take Aim At Aggressive Building Standards In Climate Legislation

Opponents are suggesting that the goals in the legislation — and the timeline for achieving them — are too ambitious and too costly.

Luedtke & Guzzone: Tax Relief And Work Opportunities — Two Birds, One Stone

Labor shortages and high unemployment are defining characteristics of the economic fallout of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.