Officials Worry As They Weigh Impact Of Supreme Court's Conversion Therapy Ruling

If Tuesday's ruling undermines Maryland’s ban, LGBTQ+ advocates worry there won’t be time in session for corrective action.

Moore Job Approval Falls Below 50% For The First Time

“That’s the thing about being the governor, you get the credit when things are going great,” Mileah Kromer, director of the poll, said.

Republican Consultant Faces Federal Embezzlement Charges

James Appel is accused of stealing from a candidate and a community organization to finance a yacht.

No Kings Protests Planned In MD Saturday

Another round of "No Kings" protests against the Trump administration will take place nationwide on Saturday. Here are some MD events set.

As Budget Wraps Up, Restoration Of Disability Services Funds Looking Unlikely

House and Senate budget negotiatorss need to address another $40 million in DDA deficiency spending.

Moore To Mark Two Years Since Key Bridge Fell, As Construction Effort Continues

Crews are driving steel piles into the Patapsco River for the foundation of the new bridge.

Bill To Add Permitting Constraints In Polluted Communities Stumbles

After environmental justice advocates pull support, the sponsor warns the ‘ship has sailed.'

Panel Considers Possible Expansion Of Slot Machines

A proposal that would move slot machines to three preordained off-track betting sites faces a tough road and a tight timeline.

Maryland Supreme Court Dismisses Climate Lawsuits From Baltimore And Annapolis

The court finds that the cases were a backhanded attempt to regulate carbon emissions.

Ethics, Lead Shot, Housing And Gender Identity: Lawmakers Plow Through Bills On Crossover Day

After multiple floor sessions in the House and Senate Monday, potential winners and losers in the remaining weeks start to come into view.

Crossover Day Is Here: Like Your March Madness Brackets, But For Legislation

Bills that have not passed at least one chamber by Monday have a much steeper hill to climb to passage.

Prince George's May Change Cesar Chavez School Name After Sex Abuse Report

The New York Times was the first to report accusations last week that Chavez, who died in 1993, raped and sexually abused women and girls.

Amid Soaring Prices, Republicans Make Political Push For Gas Tax Holiday

A gallon of gas in Maryland has jumped 92 cents in the month since the U.S.-led attack on Iran.

Bouchat, In Bout Of Frustration, Skipping Floor Votes And Committee Sessions As Term Ends

The Republican resigned’ from the committee, drives to Annapolis each day to register his attendance and quickly leaves.

The Silly Season Arrives Early: Madness, Candy, Sears Challenges And More, In Political Notes

For weeks, Del. Vaughn Stewart (D-Montgomery) has dished out a series of pranks on unsuspecting colleagues on the House floor.

State Officials Approve Up To $1.2 Billion In Contracts To End Hospital Overstays

The Board of Public Works' unanimous vote supports the Department of Human Services' efforts to end unlicensed placements for foster youth.

Broad Energy Bill Passes Maryland House With Bipartisan Support

The Senate will now take up the legislation, which aims to reduce utility bills by more than $150 per year.

Bill Bans Those Convicted In The Jan. 6 Attack On U.S. Capitol From Serving On Maryland Boards

Former U.S. Capitol police officers Harry Dunn and Aquilino Gonell, who defended the Capitol that day, show up to support legislation.

Sewer Limits Force Development Moratorium In Baltimore Suburbs

Peak flows in Anne Arundel County could trigger more sewage overflows.

Hurry Up And Wait In The Senate, Debating Charlie Kirk, And Bouchat's Last Bill, In Political Notes

After announcing last year that he would not seek reelection, Del. Christopher Eric Bouchat announced that he planned to run for governor.

Maryland Ramps Up Legal Action Against Federal Immigration Facilities

Maryland doubled down on its legal challenge to federal immigration policy this week.

Democrats Field Candidates In Every Legislative Race In Maryland For The First Time Since 1974

For the first time in more than a half-century, MD Democrats say they have fielded a candidate for every legislative seat in the state.

House Approves Trio Of Child Care Bills, As New Scholarship Enrollments Remain Frozen

One measure seeks to decrease waiting list in popular child care scholarship program

Maryland Joins Two Dozen States Challenging Trump's Second Tariff Push

24 states said Trump’s justification for using the law “is fatally flawed” because he redefines key terms regarding tariffs.

LGBTQ+ Caucus Targets Legislative Priorities For The Rest Of The 2026 Session

Two priorities return from last year – designation of ‘X' on birth certificates, inclusive civics education

Moore, Peña-Melnyk Make Rare Committee Appearances To Testify For ‘Dynamic Pricing' Bills

The governor’s bill would prohibit the practice.

Environmental Advocates Seek Wider Cleanup After Potomac River Sewage Spill

DC Water officials say that further overflows may still occur until a temporary solution is completed, likely in mid-March.

Even Pro Tems Need Practice, Hoyer And Boafo Hit The Road, Eberle Steps Down, In Political Notes

A spokesperson for the speaker’s office said Clippinger was getting in some practice for when he might have to step in and run the chamber.

Maryland Lawmakers Aim To Help Some Rural Communities Get More Funds For Projects

“It’s about building that skill in rural communities so that we can create vibrant places all across the state,” Charlotte Davis said.

$50 Million Worth Of Solar Panels Headed For ‘Highly Visible' State Lands

SEIF funds would be used to install panels on Maryland Department of Transportation parking lots, brownfields.

Beidle Withdraws At The Filing Deadline, Taps Chang For Her Senate Seat

Rushern Baker joins crowded race to succeed Hoyer in otherwise quiet deadline day for 2026 election filings.

Benson, Jones Absences Leave Void In The Senate And House

As the legislature reaches the midway point of the session, it is unclear when either may return.

Maryland Democrats To Protest Trump's State Of The Union With Their Presence, Absence

The State of the Union is scheduled to begin at 9 p.m. Tuesday and will likely continue for several hours.

Prince George's County Officials Say They're Ramping Up Opposition To ICE

Aisha Braveboy said she will seek to have the executive order she signed Thursday drafted into legislation and passed by the council.

It's Hale-Keys '26, Lobbying For Liberation, And ‘Productive' Sewage Spill Talks, In Political Notes

“Ed Hale will put more money back into the pockets of citizens, because you know what to do with your money better than some politician."

Advocates For Disabilities Community Are Facing ‘Déjà Vu' Over Proposed Budget Cuts

Family members, caregivers, and recipients rally to urge lawmakers to restore a proposed $150 million cut to the DDA budget.

Bill Aims To Close Maryland's Shortage Of School Psychologists

The committee also discussed revisions to the Blueprint education reform plan.

Moore Administration Pushes Back Against Trump Claims On Potomac Sewage Leak

“Apparently the Trump administration hadn’t gotten the memo that they’re actually supposed to be in charge here,” said Ammar Moussa.

Wilson Files For State Senate Seat Of Ellis, Who's Eyeing Bid For Hoyer's Seat In Congress

The retirement of Steny Hoyer continues the ripple effect in downballot races.

A Personal Clash, A Historic Opening Set The Stage For Potentially Costly Congressional Races

Those are just two of the factors driving what analysts say could make for some very expensive and high-profile House races this year.