45 Years Later, Tydings’ Gun Control Bill Remains a Cautionary Tale

As Congress debates new gun control measures, former Sen. Joseph Tydings’ story is increasingly relevant as an example of what can happen when a politician draws the ire of the gun lobby.

Gov. O’Malley, Legislature Close 2013 Session With Progressive Victories

Gov. Martin O’Malley and the General Assembly approved new gun control laws, repealed the death penalty, and funded a wind energy project during the 2013 legislative session.

Md. Senate Gives Final Approval, Gun Legislation Headed to Gov. O’Malley

The Maryland Senate gave final approval Thursday to strict gun control legislation. The bill will now go to Gov. Martin O’Malley for his signature.

Gun Bill Passes in House, Moves Closer to Becoming Law

The House of Delegates approved a slightly modified version of Gov. Martin O’Malley’s gun control bill 78 to 61 Wednesday.

Annapolis Quiet at Start of House Gun Debate

The House of Delegates is expected to vote this week on Gov. Martin O’Malley’s gun control bill.

Police Chiefs Call for Increased Gun Controls

Police chiefs from Maryland, Virginia, California and Massachusetts demanded that Congress impose more gun controls during a Wednesday press conference at the Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill.

After Passing in the Senate, O’Malley Gun Bill Goes to House

Gun control supporters and Second Amendment advocates testified in front of two House committees about Gov. Martin O’Malley’s gun control legislation Friday. It’s companion bill passed the Senate Thursday.

Maryland’s Congressional Delegation, Minus One, Aims for Gun Control

Maryland’s congressional delegation generally supports new gun control legislation proposed in the wake of the Dec. 14 shooting in Newtown, Conn., that claimed the lives of 20 schoolchildren.

Gun Rights Proponents, Gun Control Advocates, Take to Annapolis

Gun rights supporters and gun control advocates took to Annapolis Friday as Gov. Martin O’Malley’s gun control legislation was introduced in the House.

Amendments to Gun Control Bill Narrow Definition of Assault Rifle, Reduce Training Requirements

The Senate approved a series of amendments Wednesday to Gov. Martin O’Malley’s gun control legislation.