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Mikulski, Female Colleagues Call for Crackdown on Human Trafficking
WASHINGTON–Calling human trafficking a “vile and violent issue,” Sen. Barbara Mikulski joined her female colleagues before the Senate Judiciary Committee Tuesday to call for more aid for victims and a crackdown on traffickers. Mikulski, along with the 19 other women…
O’Malley Wistful, Aware of History While Presenting Restoration Progress of Old Senate Chamber
Outgoing Maryland Gov. Martin O’Malley expressed gratitude and a sentiment for history Friday morning as he presented the restoration progress of the Old Senate Chamber in the Maryland State House in Annapolis.
U.S. Needs to Fight Ebola In West Africa, Senators Say
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill said Wednesday that with the threat of Ebola in the United States diminished for now, the government’s resources should shift toward fighting the disease in West Africa.
Midterm Elections Could Weaken Maryland’s Influence on Capitol Hill
With the midterm elections drawing near, Maryland’s congressional delegation is in danger of losing some of its power to influence national policy on issues such as the environment, health care and the economy.
Dems Divided on Iran Sanctions Bill
Maryland’s two Democratic Senators disagree on a bill that would introduce new economic sanctions on Iran and potentially derail a historic nuclear agreement struck between the Islamic republic and the United States.
Lt. Gov. Brown Favors Emergency Legislation for Retroactive Health Care Enrollment
Despite a rocky rollout, the Maryland governor’s office pushes for residents to sign up for health care through the state’s Health Benefit Exchange.
Supreme Court Case Draws Attention to Nomination Battles
Many nominees for federal posts still await confirmation, including some in Maryland, as presidential appointments return to the spotlight thanks to this week’s Supreme Court debate over President Barack Obama’s recess appointments.
Senators Try Again to Ban Smoking with Kids in Car
Maryland senators want those who smoke in cars with children under 8 to be fined $50. Proponents and opponents presented their cases in a hearing on Thursday before the Judicial Proceedings Committee.
House Passes Bill to Simplify Some International Travel
Passengers flying internationally from certain countries through other airports around the U.S. may soon have an easier time with their luggage.