Here’s what the Roe v. Wade opinion leak means for abortion in Maryland Maryland will likely continue to uphold state protections for abortion after efforts to expand abortion access this legislative session. Hannah Ziegler May 10, 2022
Your guide to the 2022 Maryland gubernatorial primaries The primary elections will take place July 19, with early voting set to begin July 7. Hannah Ziegler May 2, 2022
Police reform bills stall in Maryland General Assembly’s 2022 session Some of the bills would have mandated body cameras for all law enforcement officers in the state and clarified protocols for police training. Hannah Ziegler April 25, 2022
Transgender health equity bill fails to pass Maryland General Assembly The bill would've required Maryland's Medicaid program to cover gender-affirming care. Hannah Ziegler April 14, 2022
Maryland Court of Appeals rejects challenges to legislative map Challengers of the map said it violated the state's constitution laws on gerrymandering. Hannah Ziegler April 14, 2022
Maryland General Assembly passes juvenile justice reform bills The bills will work to protect children's human rights. Hannah Ziegler April 14, 2022
Maryland General Assembly adjourns sine die with first show of celebration in 4 years The celebration marked the end of the 2022 legislative session, which Gov. Larry Hogan said was the best he's seen. Hannah Ziegler April 12, 2022
Marylanders will vote on legalizing recreational marijuana in November If passed, Marylanders 21 and over will be allowed to possess up to 1.5 ounces of marijuana starting July 2023. Hannah Ziegler April 12, 2022
After a decade, bill for paid family and medical leave passes in Maryland General Assembly Employees would need to work at least 680 hours in the prior year to qualify for the benefits. Hannah Ziegler April 7, 2022
Maryland General Assembly passes bill expanding abortion care access Republicans proposed several amendments to the bill, including one that would have provided mental health protections to Marylanders who receive an abortion. Hannah Ziegler April 5, 2022