The bill would roll back a Labor Department rule that reversed a Trump-era policy that discouraged investors from citing environmental and social factors in retirement investments.
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Unpredictable cherry blossom bloom underscores climate change concerns
Some cherry blossom trees across the region had flowers by Valentine’s Day this year, triggering climate change concerns for some.
Federal government’s “waters” definition stirs homebuilders, farmers; awaits Supreme Court decision
It’s been a years-long effort by the federal government to define what constitutes “waters” for regulatory purposes.
Supreme Court ruling could impact 800,000 Maryland student loan borrowers
Maryland ranks second in the nation for average student loan debt burden, according to data from the Education Data Initiative.
Cardin part of bipartisan effort to designate Wagner Group as foreign terrorist organization
The bill would require Secretary of State Antony Blinken to designate the Wagner Group as a terror organization.
Maryland advocates push specialty crop support, conservation for 2023 farm bill
The bill authorizes billions of dollars in a dozen areas ranging from crop price supports to forestry, with most funding set aside for nutrition programs.
Supreme Court justices skeptical of challenges to tech giant immunity
Rulings in either cases could have dramatic repercussions for tech companies, but the justices seemed wary of making waves.
New calls by Biden, Democrats for assault weapons ban face familiar foe: most of GOP
Gun violence is an epidemic in the United States, and 63% of Americans are dissatisfied with the nation’s gun laws.
Meet the people fleeing the United States
Since 2000, almost 14,000 Americans have applied for asylum in other countries.
Maryland lawmakers aim to promote Black history education even as it is under attack in some states
While the teaching of Black history is under fire and facing censorship in some states like Florida, two Maryland lawmakers have proposed legislation aimed at providing more federal support to promote and preserve Black history, culture and education.