As drones have become more affordable, a subculture of hobbyists and would-be entrepreneurs has emerged. Lawmakers and regulators, struggling to reconcile the benefits with the potential dangers of the technology, are caught playing catch-up.
Md. Senate Gives Final Approval, Gun Legislation Headed to Gov. O’Malley
The Maryland Senate gave final approval Thursday to strict gun control legislation. The bill will now go to Gov. Martin O’Malley for his signature.
Gun Bill Passes in House, Moves Closer to Becoming Law
The House of Delegates approved a slightly modified version of Gov. Martin O’Malley’s gun control bill 78 to 61 Wednesday.
Annapolis Quiet at Start of House Gun Debate
The House of Delegates is expected to vote this week on Gov. Martin O’Malley’s gun control bill.
VP’s Press Office Apologizes for Demanding Reporter Delete Photos
Vice President’s press secretary apologized to Capital News Service Wednesday after a press office staffer demanded that a reporter delete photos taken at an event in Rockville.
VP Biden’s Press Office Apologizes for Demanding that Reporter Delete Photos
Vice President Joe Biden’s press secretary apologized to a Capital News Service reporter and the Philip Merrill College of Journalism Wednesday after a press office staffer demanded the reporter delete photos taken at an event in Rockville.
After Passing in the Senate, O’Malley Gun Bill Goes to House
Gun control supporters and Second Amendment advocates testified in front of two House committees about Gov. Martin O’Malley’s gun control legislation Friday. It’s companion bill passed the Senate Thursday.
Senate Approves Gov. O’Malley’s Gun Control Bill, Next Stop The House
Gov. Martin O’Malley’s gun control proposals moved a step closer to becoming law Thursday as the Senate approved the legislation 28-19. The companion bill will be heard in the House beginning Friday.
Gun Control Crusader Sarah Brady Visits Annapolis and Praises Gov. O’Malley’s Gun Proposals
Sarah Brady, spokeswoman for the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence and wife of former White House Press Secretary James Brady, called Gov. Martin O’Malley’s decision to beef up restrictions of firearm access by the mentally ill “very important.”
Areas with Higher Rates of Gun Ownership Have Higher Rates of Suicide
Studies show that higher gun ownership rates in a given area mean higher suicide rates, whether committed by gun or another method.