Lawmakers: Now Is The Time For Equity In Maryland Medicaid For Dental Coverage

When it comes to public health care, Maryland doesn't often find itself listed at the bottom of the pack nationally. It is unacceptable.

Inspired By The Death Of A Veteran Firefighter, Bill Would Limit Exposure To Toxic Chemical In Fire Foam And Gear

Walter, who served as a firefighter for 31 years, died at 46 on Memorial Day 2020. An autopsy revealed he had cancer, related t0 exposure.

People's Counsel: Remember Texas And Its Massive Failure! Maryland Needs Robust Electric Distribution Planning

Electric distribution system planning might not be a hot topic around Maryland dinner tables, but its importance is all too obvious.

Bid To Add Signature Verification Fails As Mail-In Voting Reform Advances In Senate

Kagan's bill also would allow local boards of elections to begin processing mail-in ballots eight days before early voting.

Here Are Three Smaller Climate Bills That Could Have A Big Impact

(Local climate emergency plans, relevant to the Climate Solutions Now Act, are discussed.)

Kalman Hettleman: Gov. Hogan Missed The Chance To Be An ‘Education Governor'

There was overwhelming evidence that schoolchildren were being denied their constitutional right to an adequate education.

Political Notes: Elrich's Endorsements, Pippy's Plans, Segal's LG, And CD-4 News

CASA in Action, 32BJ SEIU, SEIU Local 500 and 1199 SEIU announced their support for Elrich at a rally in Bethesda.

In Longshot Move, Del. Cox Seeks To Impeach Gov. Hogan

Cox, endorsed by Trump, was called by Hogan "a Q-Anon wack job." Cox did not respond to requests for comment left by phone, text, and email.

Hogan Calls On State Board Of Education To End The Mask Mandate In Public Schools

“It is critical to move toward normalcy for students and families by rescinding the school masking policy,” Hogan wrote, to the board.

House Dems Create ‘Progressive Policy Forum' Within Their Caucus

She assigned delegates Vaughn Stewart (D-Montgomery) and Jennifer R. Terrasa (D-Howard) to organize and lead the group.

Hogan Pushes Again For Judicial Transparency Act, Harsher Sentences On Repeat Gun Crimes

Republicans have faithfully backed Hogan's crime bills — members of the minority party from both chambers have signed on.

Opinion: Lawmakers Need To Correct Confusion Created By Legislation On Pharmacy Services

Few things are more confusing to the American public than health care -- navigating insurance costs, ever-changing rules and regulations.

Election Bills Under Consideration: Expanding Public Financing, Limiting Lobbyist Contributions

House Bill 488, sponsored by Del. Jessica M. Feldmark (D-Howard), would allow local governments to expand public campaign finance programs.

State Launches $2 Million Booster Lottery; GOP Lawmakers Target Student Mask Order

Winners will be chosen, the governor said, and everyone who gets primary vaccines, boosters in Md. will automatically be registered to win.

Political Notes: Kaiser Running Again, Scott Named Co-Chair Of Mayors Against Illegal Guns

“I am just as excited and hopeful as I drive to Annapolis in 2022 as I did when I was first sworn-in in 2003,” Kaiser said.

HBCU Leaders Decry Waves Of Bomb Threats As Md. Democrats Van Hollen, Cardin Urge Federal Investigation

"Even Learning While Black is not safe from hate," said Lecia Brooks, an official at the Southern Poverty Law Center. The FBI investigates.

Hogan Closes Door On U.S. Senate Bid; Will Evaluate 2024 Options Next Year

Speaking to reporters, the governor said he intended to spend his last 12 months in office focused squarely on running state government.

Anne Arundel County Public Campaign Finance Effort Rejected; Howard County Fixes Technicality

Anne Arundel Republicans blocked a push for a public campaign financing system. This would’ve funded some elections with county money.

Several Hogan Nominees Clear Senate Panel; Vote On Transportation Secretary Is Delayed

But in a surprise move, the committee put off consideration of James F. Ports Jr., Hogan's pick to serve as transportation secretary.

Court Date Set For Stalled Maryland Oyster Restoration Project

Seeding of the river with hatchery-reared oysters began last year, but the start of reef construction has been held up since fall.

Updated: Gansler Taps Former Hyattsville Mayor Candace Hollingsworth As Running Mate

Hollingsworth in an interview said she's excited to join Gansler's campaign, noting their combined skill is needed to address issues.

Opinion: Recovery From Pandemic Might Be Our Schools' Toughest Challenge Yet

Parents, students "eagerly envision a return to normal" in the schools, the author, a board of education candidate, says.

Political Notes: Eckardt Girds For Primary, Krebs Retiring, Peroutka Runs For AG, CASA Weighs In, More

Eckardt won the Senate seat by ousting then-Sen. Richard Colburn in the 2014 Republican primary, after serving in the House for 20 years.

Opinion: State Needs To Investigate New Nuclear Energy Options

The article and commentary, while both well-researched, the author, a Joppa resident, says, also are "both largely missing the point."

Bill Would Require Cameras In Special Education Classrooms To Capture Possible Abuse

“It was absolutely bizarre,” Hawker, who worked as a special education aide in Frederick County Public Schools for 13 years before, said.

Opinion: Police Accountability Board Mandate Could Be An Opportunity

It occurs as our state's county leaders have been announcing their processes for establishing a local police accountability board.

Medical Examiner Asks FEMA For Help With Autopsy Backlog In Maryland

The chief medical examiner expects to have a backlog of 300 autopsies as of next week.

Frosh Urges Lawmakers To Raise Eviction Filing Fees

Frosh told the Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee Maryland has a high eviction filing rate, and aims to deter "serial eviction filings."

Opinion: Given His Experiences, The Author Says, "I Believe Democracy In America Is At Risk"

The author, a Democratic Congressional candidate, outlines views on how his party needs to succeed in the nation's rural communities.

Undaunted By Past Defeats, Advocates Renew Push For End-Of-Life Options Bill

Opponents believe such measures can create pressure on people with illness to end their lives, to avoid being a burden on loved ones.

Ahead Of Expected Referendum, House Leaders Offer Marijuana Legalization Plan

It would expunge the conviction of anyone previously found guilty of simple possession, if that charge was the only one against them.

Senate Democrats, Republicans Outline Different Approaches To Crime-Fighting Bills

The Democrats detailed a four-step plan, emphasizing a need that addresses prevention, intervention, criminal justice, and rehabilitation.

Opinion: Revive Congressional War Powers To Ensure Maryland National Guard Can Fulfill Its Duties

The war in Afghanistan is over, but 2022 will mark 19 years of American troops in Iraq, 11 in Somalia, and seven in Syria.

AG Supports Bill To Give Department Of The Environment More Enforcement Authority Over Water Violators

Grumbles promised to increase department staff, but in a letter to Frosh, he said the EPA report failed “to capture the complete story."

FBI Probes Bomb Threats Against HBCUs; Campuses Reopen; Morgan State, Coppin State, Bowie State Targeted

“These threats are being investigated as racially or ethnically motivated violent extremism and hate crimes,” the FBI announced Wednesday.

In Final State Of The State Speech, Hogan Claims Victories, Lays Out Plan For Remaining Months

“We have been able to accomplish these things despite some formidable and unforeseen challenges,” said Hogan, whose term ends next January.

Senator Stands Alone In Fight Over Regional Community College

Occasionally, Charles County's primary state senator, Arthur Ellis (D), who represents all but a piece of the county, also stands apart.

Human Services Staffing Shortage Is At An ‘An All-Time High'

According to Grace Pedersen from the Department of Legislative Services, the agency saw an “an all-time high” vacancy rate on Jan. 1.

DGA Poll: Trump's Endorsement Could Sway GOP Voters Toward Cox

Despite this endorsement, Kelly Schulz is called a "smart, pragmatic candidate" in the report, with a "towering financial" edge over Cox.

Perez Picks Sneed, Former Baltimore City Councilmember, As His Running Mate

From 2016 to 2020, Sneed represented Baltimore's 13th District on the city council.