Marylanders must vote in the upcoming cannabis referendum
We need more campaigns to motivate key demographics and supporters for issues such as cannabis.
Marylanders can vote on these five referendums on the November ballot
More than half of Maryland residents support the legalization of cannabis, according to a March 2022 Goucher College poll.
Maryland lawmakers, residents call on Gov. Larry Hogan to release abortion access funds
Hogan has resisted calls to release $3.5 million in funding that would increase abortion care in the state.
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.
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.
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.
Maryland General Assembly to increase UMD’s operating budget
Cuts from the University System of Maryland’s budget were restored after the General Assembly adopted Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan’s budget for public higher education.
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.
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.