The Biden administration’s attempts to revive talks with Iran over curbing its nuclear program are complicated by continuing tensions over human rights abuses, the unsolved fate of the longest-held American hostage, Iranian proxy attacks on U.S. troops in Iraq, and…
Maryland lawmakers are close to adding HBCU funding
The bill would provide $577 million to Maryland’s four HBCUs over about 10 years.
Maryland bill would refine environmental justice commission
A bill in the Senate would reform a Maryland commission to reflect the diversity within the state and expand its duties to help vulnerable communities affected by environmental justice issues.
Baltimore organizations work to get COVID relief money to underserved residents
Mayor Brandon Scott relaunched a $6 million emergency COVID relief program for the city. The program begins March 1, distributing $400 debit cards to up to 15,000 households with a focus on marginalized communities.
Biden’s COVID relief plan includes $130 billion to help schools reopen
President Joe Biden’s $130 billion school reopening plan focuses on making schools safer for teachers and students, although returning to school remains a contentious and difficult issue. Reopening the majority of K-8 schools within his first 100 days in office…
Many Maryland schools set to reopen Monday
Many of Maryland’s most populous districts are set to welcome some students back for in-person instruction Monday, marking the start of varying local plans in response to Gov. Larry Hogan’s push to reopen schools by March 1.
Maryland bill would charge companies for carbon pollution
Maryland lawmakers would charge fees on fossil fuels and high-emissions vehicles to reduce pollution within the state — and send the first $350 million annually to fund schools — under a bill in the state’s General Assembly.
Marijuana legalization proposed in Maryland Legislature
A bill essentially legalizing recreational use of cannabis in Maryland would be an important step toward addressing social equity and racial injustices, advocates said.
Maryland Senate overrides vetoes on gun restrictions, funding
The Maryland Senate overrode vetoes from Gov. Larry Hogan, R, on four bills Tuesday. The bills, one of which mandates that licensed firearm dealers facilitate most transactions involving rifles and shotguns, comprised yet another round of veto overrides this session.
Maryland bill would grant mental health days off for students
The bill, sponsored by Del. Alonzo Washington, D- Prince George’s, follows similar legislation in Utah and Oregon.