Clarence Lam

District 3 Democratic forum puts all of the candidates on equal footing, at least for an evening. Hometown lawmaker Elfreth wins the straw poll.

With less than a month till the May 14 primary, fundraising, endorsements, ad wars in the race to replace Rep. John Sarbanes (D) is at a fevered pitch. Forum set for Wednesday evening in Annapolis.

‘The legislative work is not dissimilar from the patient care and clinical work I do. It’s about helping people…you’re interacting with others, you’re really trying to solve their problems,’ Lam said.

Campaign finance reports for the first quarter of 2024 are due to be filed with the Federal Election Commission on April 15, providing a fuller picture of the state of various races.

Some mental health and disability advocates worry that the process could further traumatize those who are already struggling.

Harry Dunn, two other Democrats hold State House news conference decrying the influence of big money in political races.

The bill now directs that 15% of all tax revenues that the state collects from data center operators be used to fund clean energy and climate programs. Many environmental groups remain opposed.

Some Democrats raised concerns about the Republican nominee’s temperament to serve on the Maryland State Board of Elections. She was confirmed on a 32-12 vote.

A Senate committee recommends Diane Butler for confirmation but some reservations remain. Lam, panel’s vice chair, joins two others in opposition.

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.