EPA tightens air quality standard for the first time in 12 years

WASHINGTON- The Environmental Protection Agency announced a new standard for air quality aimed to reduce pollution. The agency predicts this strengthened standard will prevent up to 4,500 premature deaths and avoid an estimated 800,000 cases of asthma symptoms. It targets…

Proposed bill to legalize online gambling in Maryland

Maryland lawmakers are considering a bill that would legalize internet gaming in the state. Guests would no longer need to travel to casinos to play table games and use slot machines. Opponents say new legislation would pose significant risks to existing Maryland casinos. 

Proposed Maryland bill to criminalize distribution of heroin and fentanyl

Lawmakers in the Maryland General Assembly are hearing bills to prohibit the distribution of heroin and fentanyl without lawful authority to do so. 

Proposed bill to prohibit universities from considering legacy admissions

A proposed bill would prohibit universities from considering a student’s legacy status in its admissions process.