This week, we’re proud to showcase one of Baltimore’s greatest and most beloved politicians through the eyes of the people who knew him best for a series we’re calling “American Joe Week.”
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Judge Rejects Congressional Redistricting Plan for Maryland
BREAKING NEWS: A Maryland judge has rejected a proposed congressional redistricting plan and requested a new map by March 30th.
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.”
Guest Blog: Cameras in Special Education Classrooms
What happens when nonverbal special education students are abused, but cannot tell their parents what happened? House Bill 226 could help protect the most vulnerable students.
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.
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.
Tax Credit Available for Investing in Technology Startups
Passed by the Maryland General Assembly, Governor Hogan signed a tax credit program into law earlier this year that benefits investors backing early-stage technology startups.
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.
Sports Betting Approved for Five Casinos
The Maryland Sports Wagering Application Review Commission recently approved sports betting for five casinos in Maryland.
LATEST INSIGHTS
Bills Signed Into Law by Governor Moore
Governor Wes Moore has now signed more than 400 bills into law following the 2024 Maryland legislative session.
2024 Legislative Session Wrap-Up
Sherry Nickerson highlights some of the bills that will be sent to Maryland Governor Wes Moore for his signature in the coming weeks.
Sine Die 2024
Legislators in the Maryland General Assembly have spent the final days working on The PORT Act and other final pieces of legislation.
