Maryland Schools Feel Pull Between GOP Governor, Democratic Majority

Gov. Hogan and Democrat legislators push education priorities – charter schools and K-12 funding, respectively – as 2015 legislative session comes to a close.

Maryland Legislature Passes State Budget, But Some Spending Uncertainty Remains

The Maryland General Assembly passed the state’s $40.7 billion budget.

Tuesday Politics Roundup: O’Malley, Clinton, Mikulski and Cummings

Martin O’Malley reminded supporters that he still existed after Hillary Clinton announced her candidacy for president, Barbara Mikulski endorsed Clinton and Elijah Cummings says he’s No. 1.

Budget Battle Continues Between Maryland Democrats, Gov. Hogan as Session Nears End

A committee of Maryland legislators on Friday afternoon pushed forward a state budget that would fully fund education.

Senate’s Fracking Moratorium Bill Delayed While Protesters Gather

While at least 60 opponents of hydraulic fracturing gathered on Lawyer’s Mall for a protest rally Thursday, a Maryland Senate bill that would establish a moratorium on fracking was delayed in the state Senate.

Hogan, Franchot Continue Expressing Frustration Over State Agencies’ Contracts Process

Republican Gov. Larry Hogan and Comptroller Peter Franchot, a Democrat, on Wednesday again railed in frustration against the procurement processes of state agencies requesting contract approval from the Board of Public Works.

Maryland Hotel Tax Bill Continues to Face Debate

Maryland has become a battleground for travel industry giants and hotels of all sizes.

Laughs and Lawmaking on Maryland House Floor Tuesday

Maryland state delegates took part in playful April Fool’s Day fun on the House floor Tuesday, but also passed bills on subjects far from light.

Divorce Law in Maryland May Be Broadened

Divorces in the state could happen more quickly, while protecting children and victims of domestic abuse.

Hogan Once Again Grills University System Over Construction

For the second consecutive meeting, the Board of Public Works on Wednesday criticized the University System of Maryland for vague and confusing language in requests for additional construction funding totaling more than $29 million, but eventually voted to approve the projects.