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McDonough threatens federal suit over in-state tuition
ANNAPOLIS — A state lawmaker said Thursday that Maryland has become a haven for illegal immigrants, and he plans to go to federal court to change that. Del. Patrick McDonough, […]
Pepco, windmills take their legislative lumps
Lawmakers confronting energy legislation had no problem holding power utilities accountable for meeting reliability standards, but the governor’s effort to open up Maryland‘s coastal waters to windmills failed. Also failing […]
C. Fraser Smith: Maintenance, not mayhem
Everything is relevant, even in politics and government. Contemplating the work product of Gov. Martin O’Malley during 2011 General Assembly, Marylanders ought to be pleased. They know about the six-car […]
Restaurants, wineries see mixed results during session
While the 2011 legislative session brought gains to the winery and restaurant industries, it also served up a 50 percent increase in alcohol taxes in the closing moments. “It’s a […]
Donald C. Fry: Checking Assembly’s business scorecard
Improving Maryland‘s business climate is constantly on the minds of corporate leaders and economic developers. What was promising about the 2010 election cycle was that the topic was also on […]
A legislative session marked by caution
ANNAPOLIS — Maryland lawmakers pruned or shelved major economic, energy and environmental initiatives during a largely cautious 90-day session dominated from the start by social issues and the state’s fiscal […]
Environmentalists find shortcomings in General Assembly session
ANNAPOLIS — Maryland environmental advocates are pleased lawmakers put $23.5 million in a fund to fight pollution in the Chesapeake Bay, despite a tough budget year. Still, advocates reflecting Wednesday […]
Gov. signs 163 bills, vows to pass septic, wind legislation
ANNAPOLIS — Gov. Martin O’Malley signed into law restrictions on businesses’ use of credit reports in hiring employees and a framework for a public health care exchange on Tuesday, the […]
Venture capital fund nears final approval
ANNAPOLIS – A House of Delegates committee approved Senate changes to a proposed state-run venture capital fund Monday evening, leaving the governor’s top economic legislation with one final hurdle before […]
Maryland Senate approves of dogs in outdoor dining areas
ANNAPOLIS — Maryland canines have won an early victory on the last day of the state’s legislative session. The Maryland Senate voted Monday morning for a bill to allow owners […]
Legislators gear up for big issues on final day of session
ANNAPOLIS – The creation of a state-run venture capital fund, an alcohol tax hike and a financial Band-Aid for Maryland horse racing await lawmakers Monday, the final day of their […]
Editorial Advisory Board: Parity now for girls in the juvenile justice system
Last year the General Assembly considered, but did not pass, a bill directing the Department of Juvenile Services to provide the girls it serves with a “range and quality of […]
