In a letter to Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo, the governor said “blue catfish are a particular concern.”
Washington
Van Hollen, activists push policy priorities for Black women
Van Hollen called on Congress to pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Act, which would identify states with a history of voting discrimination and require them to obtain permission before changing their voting processes in the future.
D.C. Guardian Angels return to the city to patrol Metro following increase in crime
The DC Guardian Angels, a group of unarmed volunteer safety patrols with a goal of helping to prevent crime in public spaces, are returning to the Washington area’s Metro system after an increase in reported crimes.
Maryland congressional delegation pushes for better high-speed internet access
The FCC is developing a national broadband map, which the lawmakers called “a crucial tool for understanding the state of broadband access in the country.”
Moore and lawmakers plead Maryland’s case for new FBI headquarters
The FBI headquarters search was suspended during the Trump administration.
Biden to veto bill blocking use of ESG in retirement plan investments
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.
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.