House Speaker Adrienne Jones announced last week that she supports a referendum on the legalization of marijuana and Old Line Government Affairs will be tracking this important topic.
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Online with Old Line: Delegate Kumar Barve
He once worked for a satellite company, where ideas were inspired by science fiction novels. Now, Delegate Kumar Barve draws inspiration from everything around him.
Online with Old Line: Delegate Kathleen Dumais
Delegate Kathleen Dumais takes to heart the importance of family both in her role as a lawyer and in representing Maryland’s hard-working families in the Maryland General Assembly.
Online with Old Line: Legislator Interview Series
We are proud to present an all-new interview series featuring Maryland’s State Senators and Delegates.
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: June 15, 2021
Beginning July 1st, the State of Emergency in Maryland will be lifted and all government restrictions in place due to the pandemic will be rescinded.
Unemployment Benefits – House Economic Matters Committee Updates
Supplemental unemployment benefits are slated to end on July 3 in Maryland. The House Economic Matters Committee provided updates on the numbers and the potential business impacts.
Old Line Scores a Win for the NFL
Our lobbyists addressed specific areas of concern for the NFL regarding sports betting legislation in order to protect players and ensure fairness.
Telehealth and Maryland Legislation: 2021 and Beyond
As the world pivoted to telehealth options during the pandemic, legislation from this past session and in the future will provide guidance for providers and patients. Telehealth is here to stay.
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: May 14, 2021
Following the CDC’s updates, Governor Hogan is lifting the mask mandate for Marylanders while indoors and outside, with the only exceptions being public transportation, healthcare institutions and schools.
Should Cryptocurrency Be Regulated?
Bitcoin, Ethereum and now Dogecoin – thanks to Elon Musk’s recent appearance on Saturday Night Live – are getting a lot of attention. Will cryptocurrency be subject to regulation or legislation in the near future?
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: May 12, 2021
Governor Hogan announced that capacity restrictions will be lifted on all businesses beginning this Saturday, while the mask mandate continues until 70% of all adults receive their first shot. Kids as young as 12 will now also be eligible to receive a vaccine.
Rep. Jamie Raskin Interview with Jmore
From the state of our democracy to polarizing divisions across the country, Rep. Jamie Raskin spoke in-depth with Jmore in a recent interview.
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.
