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.
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.
Maryland lawmakers pass bill to ban ghost guns
The bill would ban the sale of ghost guns in the state beginning June 1 whereas possession would become illegal on March 1, 2023.
Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan signs redrawn congressional district map
Anne Arundel County Senior Judge Lynne Battaglia ruled on March 25 that the original map was an “extreme partisan gerrymander.”