As Maryland considers medical aid in dying, here’s how it’s playing out in D.C.

A bill before the Maryland General Assembly would make it legal for terminally ill patients to end their lives with a physician’s prescription. The option has been available in D.C. since 2017.

Lawmakers may revisit issue of drivers smelling of marijuana

The Fines for Smoking in Public, Stops, and Searches law was approved during the final minutes of the 2023 session.

Historic Laurel Park faces shaky future

A determination will come from the Maryland Thoroughbred Racetrack Operating Authority to make recommendations on the redevelopment of Laurel Park and Pimlico racecourses – the two most prominent, historic, but aging, Thoroughbred racetracks in the state.

Maryland Republicans pledge to ‘restore balance’ with public safety agenda

The package would increase penalties for gun theft and violent firearms offenses, authorize law enforcement to search vehicles based on the smell of cannabis alone and limit eligibility for bail or reduced sentences for those charged with or convicted of violent crimes.

Photo essay: Maryland General Assembly adjourns sine die

Spirits were high in the state capital on Monday night for sine die, the end of the Maryland General Assembly’s 90-day legislative session.

General Assembly has grown more representative of Maryland’s demographics over past decade

The 2023 session saw a group of legislators that was more representative of the state in terms of race, gender, party affiliation and age than a decade ago.

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.

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.

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.