Seniors, Low-Income Residents Likely Beneficiaries of State Drug Plans

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