The bill was sent back to committee, where it's not likely to resurface this year.
Maryland lawmakers are proposing a tax on specific snack foods to help fund an anti-obesity program for kids.
Rule 1300, with its specific insurance requirements and demanding application process, is making events tough to pull off on school grounds, say community organizations.
Legislators shed four amendments, including one that would guarantee a referendum on the bill on the 2012 ballot.
The House Judiciary Committee passed the same-sex marriage bill Friday after several days of drama and confusion.
Patch editors Lisa Rossi and Brian Hooks gave the ICC a test run. They are among those who tried the road before riders are charged toll fees beginning March 7.
Even with Gov. Martin O'Malley's push, a vote did not take place Thursday.
Legislators who were previously absent said they will vote on the bill when it comes up, which could be today.
The judiciary committee rescheduled the vote and postponed it a second time due to absent delegates.
In addition to federal workers losing pay, Maryland business with customers who are government employees stand to lose.
Proponents of medical marijuana in Maryland hope lawmakers will legalize the drug after years of failed attempts.
Former South African President F.W. de Klerk engaged with listeners and spoke candidly about his 40-plus years in politics, from how he ended apartheid to the release of Nelson Mandela.
A final vote is expected as early as Thursday.
Senate may vote on act Friday or over the weekend.
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Del. Pat McDonough, R-Baltimore County, said last week he plans to introduce 16 bills to curb illegal immigration in Maryland to curb competition for low-skills jobs.
Group of freshman lawmakers say they will focus on specific needs of their districts.