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Md. Senate Passes Early Voting Bill

The Maryland Senate has passed a measure that would increase the number of early voting centers in some jurisdictions.

2013/03/11

Md. Bills To Ban Or Delay Gas Drilling Are Dead

Maryland lawmakers seeking to block the gas drilling technique called hydraulic fracturing have struck out in the General Assembly.

2013/03/08

Lt. Gov. Brown Testifies On P3 Bill

Maryland needs a more clearly defined framework for creating public-private partnerships to address the state’s infrastructure needs, Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown and others testified Friday.

2013/02/15

New Bill Could Overturn Pit Bull Ruling

There’s new hope for pit bull owners. A bill being proposed in the Maryland General Assembly could overrule a court ruling calling all pit bulls vicious dogs.

2013/01/16

NAACP, O’Malley, Call For Death Penalty Repeal

Could this be the year of repeal? Governor Martin O’Malley sets the stage for another history-making legislative session. He expects lawmakers to repeal the death penalty in Maryland.

2013/01/15

Rep. Andy Harris To Speak To Md. GOP Caucus

Rep. Andy Harris is scheduled to speak to Maryland’s House and Senate Republican caucus in Annapolis.

2013/01/08

Md. Gas Drilling Panel Discussing Legislation

A state panel developing rules for natural gas drilling in western Maryland is discussing possible legislative proposals for the 2013 General Assembly.

2013/01/07

Boost In Md. Hunting License Fee Proposed Again

A bill to boost Maryland hunting license fees is returning to the General Assembly.

2013/01/07

Court: Ousted Md. Delegate Cannot Get Job Back

The state’s highest court has ruled that former delegate Tiffany Alston will not get her seat back and that the governor can fill the vacancy in Prince George’s County.

2013/01/04

Counties Seek Break From Land-Use Bills

Maryland counties need a time out on land-use legislation to deal with bills already passed by the General Assembly.

2012/11/15

Del. Tiffany Alston Suspended After Plea Deal For Misconduct

A Maryland lawmaker who pleaded guilty to settle two misconduct cases was automatically suspended from office without pay when a judge sentenced her, the state General Assembly counsel concluded in a legal opinion Wednesday.

2012/10/10

Lt. Gov. Outlines Broad Policy Plans For Future

A measure to create a framework for public-private partnerships to build roads and public buildings will be back before the Maryland General Assembly next year, Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown said Saturday.

2012/08/18

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