Here’s a look at the bills Maryland legislators passed this session
The Maryland General Assembly concluded its 2024 legislative session Monday night after passing hundreds of bills.
Maryland legislators pass bill to aid recovery in Baltimore after bridge collapse
The bill will provide economic assistance to people and businesses affected by the reduction in port activity.
UMD faculty, staff criticize bill to reduce prescription drug coverage for state retirees
The bill intends to save funds for the state by forcing the federal government to pay for prescription benefits, according to state Sen. Mike McKay.
Maryland General Assembly bill could ban sports betting on college campuses
The bill would establish a digital boundary around Maryland campuses that restricts access to gambling platforms such as FanDuel.
Dozens testify for Maryland General Assembly resolution calling for ceasefire in Gaza
The resolution would express the legislature’s support for a ceasefire to the state’s congressional delegation.
Maryland bill would guarantee admission to state universities for top students
The bill comes after a June 2023 Supreme Court decision that barred colleges and universities from considering a student’s race in their admissions processes.
Maryland could soon be the ninth state to offer universal free school meals
Currently, eight states in the country provide free school meals for all students without taking their socioeconomic background into account.
Maryland General Assembly discusses bill to legalize medical aid in dying
The End-of-Life Option Act comes amid national conversations about legalizing medical aid in dying.
UMD graduate students, administrators testify on state collective bargaining bill
The bill comes as part of a push over the past several years from graduate workers at this university to secure collective bargaining rights.
UMD students share child welfare, education policy priorities at advocacy event
Students met with state legislators to discuss policy initiatives centered on improving literacy, reducing chronic absenteeism and more.