Inspired by the lead poisoning crisis in Flint, Mich., Maryland Sen. Ben Cardin introduced legislation to increase spending on the country’s water systems and improve lead testing.
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Medical Marijuana Supporters Look for Change from Congress
The Senate passage of legislation allowing VA doctors to recommend medical marijuana use to their patients is a step in the right direction but medical marijuana supporters want to see a change in federal regulation.
Cummings, House Democrats Create Task Force for Fair Drug Pricing
Rep. Elijah Cummings, D-Baltimore, and several other House Democrats launched a new task force on Wednesday to combat what they said is the inflation of prescription drug prices by pharmaceutical companies.
Van Hollen Praises Federal Budget Agreement as “Good Step Forward”
Congressional leaders and the White House have reached a tentative budget deal to set the federal government’s spending framework for the next two years, a move which Rep. Chris Van Hollen, the top Democrat on the House Budget Committee, called “a good step forward.”
Cardin and Other Democrats Offer Plan to Strengthen Iran Deal
Maryland Sen. Ben Cardin announced new legislation Thursday intended to strengthen the Iran nuclear deal.
Rep. Van Hollen Warns Shutdown Would Disrupt NIH
Health care and research at NIH endangered by budget stalemate, Rep. Chris Van Hollen says.
Cardin’s Plan to Change Iran Deal Meets Mixed Reviews
After announcing his opposition to President Barack Obama’s nuclear agreement with Iran, Maryland Sen. Ben Cardin’s plan to change the deal has met mixed support from interest groups.
Mikulski Backs Iran Nuclear Deal, Giving Obama a Victory
Sen. Barbara Mikulski became the 34th senator to back President Barack Obama’s nuclear agreement with Iran on Wednesday, essentially ensuring that the controversial deal will not be stopped by the Senate.
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.