Day: October 13, 2011

State Roundup, October 13, 2011

O’Malley may change redistricting map in light of mounting opposition; Democratic U.S. Rep. Edwards says proposal hurts her district; Republican Del. Hough challenges map, advocates for minority plan; O’Malley won’t introduce a jobs bill during next week’s special session; Gansler holds a birthday fund-raiser; Constellation sale likely to go through, but it and Exelon reject deal “sweeteners” for BGE customers; Exec Baker’s Prince George’s honeymoon may be over; and Exec Leopold wants web travel agencies taxed on full room rates.

Commission recommends $29,000 pay hike for all judges

The Judicial Compensation Commission unanimously voted to recommend that the General Assembly increase judges’ salaries by $29,006 phased in over three years and starting in fiscal year 2014 — similar to last year’s recommendation for a higher raise that the legislature rejected unanimously.

Maryland creates a new fish story

The state hopes that an emphasis on restructuring the aquaculture industry will increase its worth from the current value of $2 million to at least $10 million in four years. Gov. Martin O’Malley’s administration has launched several initiatives to improve the industry.

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