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Gun control debate shows divide between two cultures
The debate and vote on a sweeping new gun control measure that establishes a stringent licensing regime for handguns reflected a sharp split between two different cultures in Maryland. One shuns guns as instruments of violence and the other embraces them as essential to freedom and safety.
Read MorePublic-Private Partnership Bill passes after hot debate over relaxed procurement rules
The House of Delegates hotly debated the Public-Private Partnership Bill before passing it 119-19 on Friday.
The administration bill, HB560, establishes guidelines for how the state can partner with private businesses to deliver infrastructure projects without following the usual procurement process. The legislation also sets up the process that the Board of Public Works will be required to follow in relation to public-private partnership (P3) proposals.
Read MoreHouse approves public-private partnership bill, threatening pending State Center lawsuit
The House of Delegates approved a controversial bill backed by Gov. Martin O’Malley that would better define the state’s policy on public-private partnerships for major construction projects after a spirited debate on Monday.
Read MoreDelegates betting on expanded gambling for more state revenues
With a bleak economy, no new revenues coming in, and a reluctance to raise taxes, legislators are wagering that new gambling bills will help the state find more money. The House Ways and Means Committee spent all Tuesday afternoon listening to nine proposals to expand or modify gambling in the state, including allowing table games at slots casinos and permitting slots in every bar, tavern and veterans hall.
Read MoreHouse approves parole for inmates with life sentences after 90 days of inaction by governor
By a slim margin, a bill that limits the governor’s time to take action on parole recommendations for inmates serving life sentences passed the House of Delegates with a 74 to 66 vote Tuesday morning. Gov. Martin O’Malley has not acted on 50 recommendations for paroling prisoners with life sentences.
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Blog: Delegates bring God into gun debate
The House Judiciary Committee brought God into its debate about gun legislation. At the meeting,...
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