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D.C. Considers Offering One of Nation’s Most Generous Paid Leave Programs
Dalia Catalan and about 130 others testified last week at a hearing hosted by the D.C. Council, sharing their stories and reasons to support or oppose the Universal Paid Leave Act of 2015.
Edwards, Van Hollen Split with White House Over Immigration Raids
Maryland Reps. Donna Edwards and Chris Van Hollen, both Democratic front runners in the U.S. Senate race, have objected to the recent immigration raids targeting migrants in cities across the United States, saying the operations are creating “widespread fear and panic in immigrant communities.”
Homeland Security Officials to Use More Social Media to Screen Refugees
The Department of Homeland Security aims to increase the use of social media significantly in the vetting process of refugees and visa applicants.
Washington’s Mayor Sets Plan to Close Troubled Shelter, Disperse Services
Mayor Muriel Bowser announced Tuesday a plan to close the problematic D.C. General Family Shelter by 2018 by moving existing residents to smaller shelters with more services all over the city.
Maryland Officials Expect Zika Virus to Show Up in the State
While there are no reported cases of the Zika virus in Maryland currently, officials say it won’t be long before that changes.
Bills Aim to Use Video Technology to Cut Medical Costs
The bipartisan legislation aims to increase the use of technology such as video cameras to allow doctors to interact with patients outside the office.
Next Phases Underway in FBI Headquarters Relocation
Federal officials have begun the next phases in the possible relocation of the FBI’s headquarters to Maryland.