Maryland drivers criticize upcoming end to gas tax holiday

ANNAPOLIS — Maryland drivers will not get extended relief at the gas pump after Republican attempts to extend the state’s one month gas tax holiday through Memorial Day failed Thursday after House Democrats rejected the move. The average price of…

Maryland drivers say gas tax suspension not providing enough relief

ANNAPOLIS — At a Royal Farms gas station Thursday in Hyattsville, a gallon of regular gas went for $3.75, a lot lower than the national average that day of $4.22. That discounted price, however, is temporary, the result of the…

In First State of the State Address, Hogan Emphasizes Business, Tax Cuts

Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan emphasized a business-friendly environment and tax relief during his State of the State address to the General Assembly on Wednesday.

Some Hope New Gas Tax Will Help Fix Deteriorating Bridges

Some hope the new gas tax will help expand repairs for Maryland’s deteriorating bridges, such as the Dover Bridge, which borders Talbot and Caroline counties over the Choptank River.

Gov. O’Malley, Legislature Close 2013 Session With Progressive Victories

Gov. Martin O’Malley and the General Assembly approved new gun control laws, repealed the death penalty, and funded a wind energy project during the 2013 legislative session.

Some Rural Democrats Joining Republicans in Opposition to Gas Tax Plan

Some rural Democrats joining Republicans in opposition to Gov. Martin O’Malley’s gas tax plan.

Sen. President Miller, Republican “Neanderthals,” Spar Over Gas Tax

Republicans call Senate President Thomas V. “Mike” Miller Jr.’s gas tax plan irresponsible. Miller disagrees and compares them to Neanderthals.

Poll Shows Maryland Voters Support Assault Weapons Ban

Maryland voters support an assault weapons ban, strongly oppose a gas tax, and show increasing opposition to the death penalty, according to a new Gonzales Research & Marketing Strategies, Inc. poll.

Death Penalty, Gas and Guns: Md. Legislature 2013

Gun control, the death penalty, transportation and the environment are expected to be top issues in this year’s legislative session.

Budget, Major Initiatives Being Debated as Legislative Session Enters Final Weekend

Legislation on the budget, a teacher pension shift, casino gambling, wind farming and transportation infrastructure funding all were in limbo Friday, as the General Assembly prepared to wrap up for 2012.