A bill that would deny custody and visitation to parents guilty of sexual abuse of a minor was heard by the Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee Thursday.
Maryland
Bill Aimed at Social Media Cyber Bullies
Delegate Jon Cardin, D-Baltimore County, is putting forth a bill that would make publicly posted cyberbullying a crime in Maryland.
Bill Would Restrict Shackling of Pregnant Inmates in Md.
Maryland’s General Assembly is considering legislation that would restrict the practice of shackling pregnant inmates.
Shark Fin Soup Might Leave the Menu
A bill in both the House and Senate would make it illegal, with some exceptions, to distribute, possess, sell or trade shark fins in Maryland, effectively making it illegal to sell shark fin soup in the state.
New Program Connects Children to Mental Health Services
Primary care doctors given resources to take a more active role in children’s mental health.
History of Gun Legislation in Maryland
Gov. Martin O’Malley’s new gun legislation will be heard on the Senate next week. His bill would be one in a long line of gun legislation in Maryland that dates back to at least 1886.
Maryland Restaurant Caters to Food Allergies
Maureen Burke marks every item on her menu with a color-coded stamp that identifies potential allergens, and her kitchen is divided into two parts, real cheese and fake cheese. She is doing with her restaurant, One Dish Cuisine, what a bill in both the House and Senate would ask all Maryland restaurants to do: Understand food allergies.
Maryland Legislator to Push for Pot Decriminalization
Delegate Curt Anderson introduced a bill that would decriminalize marijuana use for adults 21 and older and allow home growing in limited quantities.
Death Penalty Proponents Question Fate of Inmates on Death Row
Proposed death penalty repeal brings into question fate of three inmates sentenced to death in the early 1980’s, when life without parole was not on the books.