Maryland Senate passes bill enhancing protections for child sexual abuse victims
The Child Victims Act repeals the statute of limitations so child sexual abuse victims can sue their perpetrators whenever they are ready to come forward.
UMD SGA to purchase sexual assault prevention items
The items include cup covers that prevent roofies and straws to use through the covers.
UMD faculty, graduate students testify on state collective bargaining bill
This bill differs from similar legislation proposed in the past because it extends unionization rights to faculty on the tenure-track, non-tenure track and part-time.
Prince George’s County Council introduces pilot program for new construction jobs
The proposed bill is designed to strengthen the county’s construction industry by creating entry-level positions for residents.
UMD SGA passes bill to put drug education QR codes in College Park bars
The SGA plans to purchase 300 stickers.
UMD SGA votes to increase student body president’s pay at omnibus meeting
The SGA also voted to hold omnibus meetings once every two years instead of annually.
Transgender health equity bill fails to pass Maryland General Assembly
The bill would've required Maryland's Medicaid program to cover gender-affirming care.
Maryland General Assembly passes juvenile justice reform bills
The bills will work to protect children's human rights.
Community members voice support for USenate excused mental health absences bill
The university's SGA president vetoed a piece of legislation supporting the SGA bill last month.
Maryland General Assembly considers recreational marijuana legalization
If the referendum passes, marijuana would be legal in Maryland starting July 2022