Democratic sponsors of the bill said repealing the current statute is necessary to protect the constitutional right to privacy between consenting adults.
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Hate crime package aims to curb Maryland’s rising antisemitic incidents
Maryland recorded the 10th-highest number of antisemitic incidents nationwide in 2022 with 109 — nearly double how many there were in 2021.
Legislators working to make Maryland Rye official state spirit
Maryland has a long history with rye whiskey. State laws also recently changed to allow for more of a boom for distilleries.
Maryland’s Moore fights national hype to stay focused on state business
The national media clamor has only continued to mount since Moore took office in mid-January.
Sen. Kagan pushes package promoting election integrity in Maryland
One bill would require county elections boards to begin processing mail-in ballots eight business days before the start of early voting.
Controversial gun control bill advances in Maryland Senate
If enacted, the bill would make the licensing process for wear and carry permits more strict.
New bill looks to establish water safety, swimming elective for upper-grade students
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, drowning is the second leading cause of unintentional death for children ages 17 and below.
Maryland bill targets fentanyl deaths through safe centers for drug use
The bill would allow community-based organizations to open up to six centers in non-residential areas where health professionals can monitor users, give first aid and provide sterile needles.
Legislation requiring fentanyl tests could save lives in Maryland
HB 811, sponsored by state Del. Joe Vogel, D-Montgomery, would require hospitals to conduct a test for fentanyl in patients suspected of drug overdose.
Maryland Republicans prioritize violent crime legislation
The General Assembly’s Joint Republican Caucus Thursday shared details about their priority crime package, emphasizing what they said is a continuing rise in juvenile crime.