Legislation has been signed on topics that include cannabis, healthcare, abortion, gun safety, a service-year program, volunteerism in the state, economic development, state elections, waste water systems, and more.
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Representing CMI’s Recycling Goals for Maryland
This year, Old Line Government Affairs has supported the Can Manufacturers Institute on a bill that would increase the recycling of cans in an effort to reduce pollution.
2023 Legislative Session Wrap-Up
Old Line’s Sherry Nickerson reviews key topics covered during the 445th session of the Maryland General Assembly.
Crossover Day in the Maryland General Assembly
Hundreds of bills, and 20 days to go. Read the latest on this important milestone in the current legislative session.
Legislation Introduced Following Moore’s State of the State Address
As session has commenced, Governor Moore’s initiatives were recently introduced in legislative form on the House floor.
Cannabis Legalization Work Group Updates
The work group discussed key topics including data that projects the Maryland cannabis market will hit $1 billion in adult-use marijuana sales within 20 months.
2023 Legislative Session Preview
Sherry Nickerson outlines key topics and areas expected to be discussed in the upcoming legislative session.
Cannabis on the November Ballot
Question #4 on the ballot addresses the legalization of adult recreational use of marijuana in Maryland.
Recycling Refunds: How They Work
The Can Manufacturers Institute and like-minded organizations recently launched RecyclingRefundsWork.org, a repository of information on recycling refund and container deposit programs.
New Laws Take Effect October 1
New laws regarding child safety seats and moving over for stopped vehicles take effect today.
Bills Going Into Law Without Hogan’s Signature
Nearly 300 additional bills will go into law without Governor Hogan’s signature, and 18 measures have been vetoed.
Lobbyists Secure Even More Funding for Goodwill
Old Line secured additional funding for Goodwill through legislation recently signed by Governor Hogan, adding to financial support secured through the Executive Branch.
LATEST INSIGHTS
In Louisville for the National Conference of State Legislatures
Old Line’s team was on hand for the nation’s largest gathering of legislators and legislative staff.
New Laws Take Effect July 1 in Maryland
New laws impact ticket sales, indoor vaping, grants for tech startups, alcohol delivery and more.
Additional Bills Signed into Law for 2024
Nearly 350 bills were signed into law by Maryland Governor Wes Moore on May 16th, the final post-session bill-signing day.
