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Del. Saab To Run For Senate, Leaving Incumbent Reilly's Plans In Doubt
Saab, who earlier in the election cycle flirted with running for county executive, filed to run for Senate recently.
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Republican Lawmakers Fail In Attempt To Extend Gas Tax Holiday
“Many are still struggling,” Thiam said. “Though we know this is a short-term relief, it's a necessary relief.”
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More Than 1,500 Books Have Been Banned In Public Schools, And A U.S. House Panel Asks Why
Raskin, a Maryland Democrat, cited a new report by PEN America — an organization that advocates for the protection of free speech.
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Senate Debates Bills To Add Qualifications To High-Level Executive Positions
Sen. Shelly L. Hettleman (D-Baltimore County), who sponsored the Senate version of the bill, said there are additional requirements.
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Opinion: An Opportunity To Help Marylanders With Dementia
Michael Razzi shared his story during this year's General Assembly session, about how he began to experience memory problems at age 58.
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Bill To Boost Pedestrian Safety Funding Could Get Late Vote, Chair Says
Sponsor Del. Charkoudian (D) said the measure was intended to prod the Maryland Department of Transportation to make safety upgrades.
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Sen. Edwards Prepares For His Farewell: ‘I Never Thought I'd Be Doing This This Long'
“I said, ‘Sandy, I can't remember what I did last weekend, let alone 40 years ago,'” Edwards recalled replying.
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As Hogan Prepares To Act On Dozens Of Bills, Union Presses For Paid Family Leave, Other Measures
Because this is an election year, it is likely the only opportunity for lawmakers to override a veto.
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Hogan Allows Ghost Gun Ban To Become Law Without His Signature, Urges Movement On Other Bills
It's legislation brought on behalf of Attorney General Frosh (D) and championed by Sen. Susan C. Lee (D-Montgomery), and Del. Lopez.
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Moore Campaign Files Complaint, Accuses King Campaign Of Circulating False Information
Moore and King are among the 10 candidates seeking the Democratic nomination for governor in the July 19 primary.
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Franchot: Before Session Ends, Extend Gas Tax Holiday To 90 Days
"As a former state delegate of 20 years, I've heard the old quip about the 90-day legislative session," Franchot writes.
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Legislative Roundup: Patterson's Decision; House Debates Hate Crime Bill; Centenarian Tax Cuts; More
The Senate began paying tribute to retiring members, so Senate President Bill Ferguson (D-Baltimore City) teed up the Patterson tribute.
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Following Endorsement Snub, Baker Takes Aim At Crime In Prince George's
“We had 130 homicides last year,” Baker (D) told reporters. “You have to go back 15 years when that (last) happened.”
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Quiet Changes During 2022 Legislative Session: Pay Increases For Top Officials
Delegates and senators will likely see a pay increase of about $6,306 — an increase of more than 12 percent during the next term.
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Maglev Foe Launches 11th Hour Bid To Impose New Costs On Rail Firm
Under her proposal, any firm that uses condemnation to acquire land would be required to pay 25 percent of the associated costs.
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With One Week Left In Session, Is Legislation To Fine-Tune Police Reform Still On The Table?
Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee Chair Smith Jr. (D-Montgomery) introduced legislation to allow the division to prosecute police.
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Opinion: Hogan Urged To Sign Bill That Will Help Some Tenants Facing Eviction
It was 9 a.m., on a gray December Thursday. Robin Moore had been out to see her doctor. The good news: her cancer recovery was steady.
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Opinion: Hogan Urged To Sign Bill That Will Help Some Tenants Facing Eviction
It was 9 a.m., on a gray December Thursday. Robin Moore had been out to see her doctor. The good news: her cancer recovery was steady.
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Advocates Hope Bill To Monitor Synthetic Turf Waste Will Move Forward, In Final Days Of Legislative Session
The current closure is the second time in three years that Whitman's turf system failed.
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Political Notes: Congressional Candidate Shuffle; AG Candidates Add Endorsements
Morgan's decision was the first domino to fall since the new map went into effect, but it won't be the last.