ANNAPOLIS, Maryland – Maryland could become the 10th state in the country to prohibit the controversial practice of “gay conversion therapy” by health professionals on minors. The Maryland state senate on Tuesday gave preliminary approval to a bill that would classify the practice as unprofessional conduct. If a health professional were found to have violated the prohibition they would be subject to discipline from the state’s licensing board.
The Annapolis Bullpen: From the opening gavel to the opening controversy
On this week’s episode of the Annapolis Bullpen Podcast we talk about the opening of the session, veto overrides and tax reform.
Dems put tax relief atop Maryland legislative priorities
Maryland Senate President Thomas V. “Mike” Miller Jr. and Speaker Michael Busch, both Democrats, on Tuesday in Annapolis laid out three points to offset changes in the recently passed Republican federal tax bill.
Maryland Black Caucus agenda tallies some wins, some losses
Members of the Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland gather for a presentation of their priority agenda items on, Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2017, in Annapolis, Md. The caucus prioritized issues including medical cannabis, and the suspension of pre-kindergarten students. (Hannah Klarner/Capital News Service)
Maryland lawmakers share their post-session plans
COLLEGE PARK, Maryland — After three months of legislating, the 2017 Maryland General Assembly session ended Monday at midnight. The end of the session is formally known as “Sine Die,” which is Latin for “without day.” Basically, it means “no scheduled follow-up.” And…
Governor Hogan signs fracking ban into law
Governor Larry Hogan signs legislation to ban fracking on Tuesday, making Maryland the third state in the county to do so. The State Senate and House of Delegates overwhelmingly supported the ban before the bill hit the governor’s desk. The bill will go into effect on October 1st when a temporary ban on fracking expires.
Annapolis proposal would crack down on left-lane drivers
A state senate committee considers a House passed bill that would limit the use of the far left lane to passing vehicles. The proposed law would only impact roads with three or more lanes in one direction. Offenders would face the possibility of a fine.
Senate Dems push bills in time to override likely vetoes
Democrats in the Maryland Senate on Tuesday passed several pieces of legislation that are largely opposed by Gov. Larry Hogan, most notably a bill that would regulate the parameters for school evaluations and another that would require the state to fund Planned Parenthood should federal funding for that program be lost.
State lawmakers put passing bills aside for an annual game of roundball
COLLEGE PARK–Maryland state lawmakers are sometimes known for playing hardball but for one night during the 90-day session they face off against each other in a game of roundball.
STATE OF THE STATE: Gov. Larry Hogan addresses Maryland General Assembly
ANNAPOLIS — Governor Hogan delivers his third state-of-the-state address saying much has been accomplished over the past couple of years but there’s more work yet to be done.