ANNAPOLIS – Since the legislative session began in January, lawmakers have examined numerous ideas for slashing what Marylanders pay for prescription drugs
Senate Muddles Stem Cell Bill’s Future With Changes
ANNAPOLIS – A Senate committee Tuesday created a third version of a controversial measure to allot state funds for stem cell research, muddying the bill’s chances of passing as the legislative session nears its end
Smoking Ban Dies Again; Sponsors Eye Next Year
ANNAPOLIS – After a plan to ban smoking in Maryland bars and restaurants failed for the third year, the measure’s co-sponsors vowed again to keep bringing it up until it passes
Committee Approves Comprehensive Malpractice Plan
ANNAPOLIS – A House committee on Friday backed what proponents are calling this session’s most important plan to address the state’s medical malpractice situation
Stem Cell Research Bill Moves Closer to Passage
ANNAPOLIS – A measure to devote millions in state funds to stem cell research passed its second committee Thursday and is close to getting the votes it needs to pass the Senate, a key lawmaker said
Seniors Decry Ehrlich Budget Cuts
ANNAPOLIS – Seniors and their advocates Tuesday called for Gov
Malpractice Reform Hampered by Lack of Facts
ANNAPOLIS – With a House committee expected to vote on several medical malpractice bills today, lawmakers are complaining they lack the facts they need to make informed decisions
List of Possible Successors to Sarbanes Runs Long, Spans State
ANNAPOLIS – There are black ones, white ones, congressmen and county executives, a lieutenant governor and a former civil rights leader
Plan to Send Minors to Anti-Smoking Classes Imperiled
ANNAPOLIS – It’s a child’s responsibility to stay away from cigarettes, two lawmakers say, and they’re proposing bills to enforce just that
Commissioner: Health Insurance Change Could Bring in Uninsured
ANNAPOLIS – A bill allowing health insurance carriers to adjust rates for small businesses based on health status would drive rates down and convince more Marylanders to get health insurance, Maryland’s Insurance Commissioner told lawmakers Tuesday