Ten bills were vetoed on Friday, including the Abortion Care Access Act and the Time to Care Act. More than 25 bills were left unsigned and allowed to go into law, including the Climate Solutions Now Act of 202 and a ban on ghost guns.
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New Congressional Map Approved by Governor
Maryland finally has an approved congressional map, leading up to the primary now scheduled for July 19.
Tax Relief for Maryland Retirees
$2 billion in tax relief, spread out over 5 years, will provide savings for retirees, small businesses, and low-income families in Maryland.
Relief at the Pump: Hogan Approves Emergency Gas Tax Suspension
Hoping to pay less at the gas pump? Maryland Governor Larry Hogan has signed an emergency measure to suspend the state’s gas tax.
Legalization of Marijuana: Bill Huber Provides Insight
Read Bill Huber’s full article in the Baltimore Business Journal for insights and what he sees as opportunities for marketplace success around cannabis in Maryland.
Governor Hogan’s Final State of the State
Governor Larry Hogan delivered his final State of the State address this week and highlighted accomplishments from his tenure, saying “We changed Maryland for the better,” and that “…we must all learn to live with this virus, not to live in fear of it.”
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: January 20, 2022
We’re “not out of the woods” says Hogan, but numbers are trending in the right direction.
Governor Hogan Presents 2023 Budget
Upon the start of his last year in office, Governor Larry Hogan presented his FY 2023 budget today in Annapolis.
Cannabis in Maryland: A Timeline
In 2014, medical cannabis was legalized in the State of Maryland with the passage of House Bill 881, which established the Maryland Medical Cannabis Commission (MMCC). But how did we get here, and where is legislation headed in 2022?
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: January 4, 2022
State of Emergency declared, National Guard activated, 20 new testing sites opening and more COVID-19 updates from Hogan.
Issue Papers for the 2022 Legislative Session
This year’s Issue Papers presented to the Maryland General Assembly feature 250 pages covering topics ranging from healthcare to business regulation.
Special Session Underway in Maryland General Assembly
A special session of the Maryland General Assembly is currently underway, tackling select topics including redistricting ahead of the 2022 session, which convenes on January 12th.
LATEST INSIGHTS
Less than One Month to Go in Maryland Legislative Session
Late nights and a lockdown, fiery debates, and fish? The Maryland General Assembly is closing in on the end of its annual legislative session.
2024 Legislative Session Preview
The Moore administration and the Maryland General Assembly are facing some tough decisions on the budget, juvenile justice, education reform, and the environment.
A Look Ahead: 2024 Legislative Issues
The Department of Legislative Services outlined several topics likely to be addressed in the upcoming Maryland Legislative Session, including artificial intelligence, cannabis, and unused funding opportunities.
