Maryland lawmakers pass climate solutions bill
The bill sets the state on a path to achieve carbon neutrality by 2045.
Maryland judge defers ruling on new congressional map amid rising tension
The map that prevails will define the state’s congressional districts until the next redistricting, after the 2030 census.
Maryland General Assembly approach final budget for next fiscal year
One of the biggest measures is proposed funding that would launch a paid family leave insurance program.
After intense pushback, Maryland lawmakers redraw congressional district map
An Anne Arundel County judge called the previously passed map an “extreme partisan gerrymander.”
Maryland General Assembly considers recreational marijuana legalization
If the referendum passes, marijuana would be legal in Maryland starting July 2022
Maryland General Assembly introduces bill to change highway name, honor Piscataway tribe
The original name of the highway is Indian Head Highway, also known as Maryland Route 210
Maryland Court of Appeals extends primary election date for second time
Primary elections will now be on July 19.
Maryland General Assembly to remove Russian investments, local businesses boycott
Other local businesses have also been raising and donating money for the Ukrainian cause.
Maryland legislators consider abortion rights bills, constitutional amendment
If approved by both chambers of the Maryland General Assembly, voters will decide in November whether abortion rights should be protected the state's constitution.
The FUTURE Act calls for Maryland public universities to be carbon neutral
The act sets an interim goal of carbon neutrality for purchased electricity and direct emissions.