Bill Ferguson
Maryland Matters has obtained copies of some of the emails and social media posts that have stalled Diane Butler’s nomination to the State Board of Elections.
Senate leader says any plan for revitalizing Pimlico must limit the risk to taxpayers, and he refuses to consider eliminating a blue-ribbon panel that’s discussing transportation funding.
Economic analysis released as Maryland lawmakers weigh whether to make iGaming one of the state’s new revenue streams.
Key difference is a reliance by House Democrats on $1.3 billion in new tax and gaming revenues. Senate Democrats say combined corporate tax reporting and iGaming are ‘a hard no.’
Supporters stress the importance to shoring up the horse industry in Maryland but others worry about ‘unknown’ future costs to the state.
Last-minute deals to bolster professional sports in Maryland seem to have become ever more commonplace during the legislative session. This year lawmakers are discussing racing in the session’s final days.
House leaders education, transportation require funding solutions now, an approach the Senate continues to reject.
A debate and final vote are set for the Senate floor next week; Senate and House still divided on tax hikes.
The Maryland Senate approved the ‘Access to Care Act’ on a party line vote of 34-13. With the House version of the bill already approved, the legislation is in good position to make its way to the governor.
Senate president suggests it may be harder for county executives to come to Annapolis with hands extended.