Martin O’Malley reminded supporters that he still existed after Hillary Clinton announced her candidacy for president, Barbara Mikulski endorsed Clinton and Elijah Cummings says he’s No. 1.
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Maryland Legislature Passes State Budget, But Some Spending Uncertainty Remains
The Maryland General Assembly passed the state’s $40.7 billion budget.
Maryland Schools Feel Pull Between GOP Governor, Democratic Majority
Gov. Hogan and Democrat legislators push education priorities – charter schools and K-12 funding, respectively – as 2015 legislative session comes to a close.
Mikulski Urges Congress To Pass Paycheck Fairness Act
Sen. Barbara Mikulski urged her colleagues Tuesday to make equal pay for equal work not just a dream but a reality on Equal Pay Day 2015.
Cardin Praises Passage of Bipartisan Legislation to Review Iran Nuclear Deal
Sen. Ben Cardin, the ranking Democratic member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, praised the passage of bipartisan legislation he negotiated with Sen. Bob Corker, D-Tenn., the committee’s chair, that would enable Congress to review the nuclear deal being negotiated with Iran.
Hogan Once Again Grills University System Over Construction
For the second consecutive meeting, the Board of Public Works on Wednesday criticized the University System of Maryland for vague and confusing language in requests for additional construction funding totaling more than $29 million, but eventually voted to approve the projects.
Divorce Law in Maryland May Be Broadened
Divorces in the state could happen more quickly, while protecting children and victims of domestic abuse.
Laughs and Lawmaking on Maryland House Floor Tuesday
Maryland state delegates took part in playful April Fool’s Day fun on the House floor Tuesday, but also passed bills on subjects far from light.
Maryland Hotel Tax Bill Continues to Face Debate
Maryland has become a battleground for travel industry giants and hotels of all sizes.
Metro Roundup: The Return of ATO, a Power Scare and New Clues In Investigation
Metro finally made it through a week with barely any issues. This week’s one major problem, a power outage that affected much of the District, was no fault of the transit system.