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APNewsBreak: Lawmakers announce pit bull task force to review impact of court ... - The Republic

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Maryland's Governor Signs the Renewable Energy Portfolio ...

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On April 4, 2012, the Maryland General Assembly passed the “Renewable Energy Portfolio Standard for Solar Energy and Solar Water Heating Systems Bill” (House Bill 1187 and Senate Bill 791), with the intent to encourage solar energy ...
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Obama outraises Romney on Shore - Delmarva Daily Times

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Obama outraises Romney on ShoreDelmarva Daily TimesSALISBURY -- In what may be the only Republican Congressional district left in Maryland, President Barack Obama is outraising Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney in campaign funds.
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Lt. Governor Anthony Brown Named Maryland's Public Health Hero - Afro American

Lt. Governor Anthony Brown Named Maryland's Public Health Hero - Afro American | Maryland Politics and Budgets | Scoop.it
Afro AmericanLt. Governor Anthony Brown Named Maryland's Public Health HeroAfro AmericanDuring the 2012 session of the Maryland General Assembly, Brown championed legislation to advance Maryland's Health Benefit Exchange and reduced health...
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Former state Treasurer Dixon dies - Baltimore Sun

Former state Treasurer Dixon dies - Baltimore Sun | Maryland Politics and Budgets | Scoop.it
Baltimore SunFormer state Treasurer Dixon diesBaltimore SunDixon, who was 74, was the first African-American to win election by the General Assembly to the powerful post of state treasurer, which gave him a seat on the Board of Public Works and led...
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SENATOR CARDIN CALLS TO PASS REAUTHORIZATION OF THE VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN ACT - PoliticalNews.me (press release)

SENATOR CARDIN CALLS TO PASS REAUTHORIZATION OF THE VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN ACTPoliticalNews.me (press release)WASHINGTON, DC – US Senator Ben Cardin (D-MD), Prince George's Sheriff Melvin High, Prince George's County State's Attorney Angela Alsobrooks,...
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IEDs contribute to increase in multiple amputations - USA TODAY

IEDs contribute to increase in multiple amputations - USA TODAY | Maryland Politics and Budgets | Scoop.it
USA TODAYIEDs contribute to increase in multiple amputationsUSA TODAYBy Gregg Zoroya, USA TODAY BETHESDA, Md.
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Maryland GOP bet on trifecta in november elections - Examiner.com

Maryland GOP bet on trifecta in november elections - Examiner.com | Maryland Politics and Budgets | Scoop.it
Maryland GOP bet on trifecta in november electionsExaminer.comHoyer, who initially won elective office in 1966 when he won a seat to the Maryland State Senate, has been an elected Congressman since 1980 – and hasn't had a serious GOP challenge...
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Maryland budget measure pressures counties -Moody's - Reuters

Maryland budget measure pressures counties -Moody's - Reuters | Maryland Politics and Budgets | Scoop.it
Maryland budget measure pressures counties -Moody'sReutersMay 29 (Reuters) - A move in Maryland to shrink a large budget gap by shifting millions of dollars in pension costs to counties will help the state's credit quality, but could hurt local governments'...
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DE & MD granted No Child Left Behind waivers - WGMD Radio

DE & MD granted No Child Left Behind waivers - WGMD Radio | Maryland Politics and Budgets | Scoop.it
DE & MD granted No Child Left Behind waiversWGMD RadioSenator Chris Coons is pleased with the news – he has been an outspoken advocate for improving America's education system, with a focus on college access.
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Harford council passes $624 million operating budget - Baltimore Sun

Harford council passes $624 million operating budget - Baltimore Sun | Maryland Politics and Budgets | Scoop.it
Harford council passes $624 million operating budgetBaltimore SunThe budget is a 3 percent increase from the $608.8 million budget for 2012. County revenues are expected to be $584 million in 2013, more than the previous year.
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Board of Regents passes 3 percent tuition increase for in-state students - Baltimore Sun

Board of Regents passes 3 percent tuition increase for in-state students - Baltimore Sun | Maryland Politics and Budgets | Scoop.it
Board of Regents passes 3 percent tuition increase for in-state studentsBaltimore Sun...
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Sen. Ben Cardin to talk to students about financial challenges for college - Washington Post

Sen. Ben Cardin to talk to students about financial challenges for college - Washington Post | Maryland Politics and Budgets | Scoop.it
Sen. Ben Cardin to talk to students about financial challenges for collegeWashington PostLaPLATA, Md. — Sen. Ben Cardin will be talking to students about the financial challenges they face to pay for college.
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Chamber questioning state budget process - Gazette.Net: Maryland Community News Online

Chamber questioning state budget processGazette.Net: Maryland Community News OnlineWe'd like to see the General Assembly go back to considering each issue on its merits.” Wineholt said he doesn't understand how the bills -— this year's BRFA...
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Maryland General Assembly Special Session Tax Increases Impact on Montgomery County

Montgomery Week In Review panel discusses the impact of recent tax increases approved during Maryland General Assembly Special Session on ...youtube.com...
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Virginia lawmakers eyeing year-round school - Washington Examiner

Virginia lawmakers eyeing year-round school - Washington Examiner | Maryland Politics and Budgets | Scoop.it
Virginia lawmakers eyeing year-round schoolWashington ExaminerThe Maryland General Assembly passed legislation this year allowing Prince George's County to operate year-round schools.
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Denied divorce, some same-sex couples 'wed-locked' - CNN

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Denied divorce, some same-sex couples 'wed-locked'CNNIn Maryland, the General Assembly passed a bill in February that would legalize same-sex marriage in the state, but which won't take effect until 2013.
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Is Dan Bongino the new face of the Republican revolution in Maryland - Examiner.com

Is Dan Bongino the new face of the Republican revolution in Maryland - Examiner.com | Maryland Politics and Budgets | Scoop.it
Is Dan Bongino the new face of the Republican revolution in MarylandExaminer.comFormer Secret Service agent articulates a clear conservative message combined with an age old military strategy to 'cede no ground' in his statewide fight for US Senate...
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Harford executive wants a casino in his county - Baltimore Sun

Harford executive wants a casino in his county - Baltimore Sun | Maryland Politics and Budgets | Scoop.it
Baltimore SunHarford executive wants a casino in his countyBaltimore SunCraig sent a letter Monday to the chairman of the governor's recently appointed work group to consider gaming expansion that was created in the wake of last month's Maryland General...
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Maryland November ballot filling up with voter referendums - Washington Examiner

Maryland November ballot filling up with voter referendums - Washington Examiner | Maryland Politics and Budgets | Scoop.it
Maryland November ballot filling up with voter referendumsWashington ExaminerMaryland Gov. Martin O'Malley talks to reporters after the conclusion of a special session Wednesday, May 16, 2012 in Annapolis, Md.
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Md. RECs: Turn That Animal Waste into Thermal Energy ...

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On April 6, 2012, the Maryland General Assembly enacted Senate Bill 1004 designating “thermal biomass systems” as energy resources eligible to receive Tier 1 renewable energy credits (RECs) for their thermal output.
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Calvert, St. Mary's and Charles County - Bay Net

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Calvert, St.Mary's and Charles CountyBay NetBy Press Release from Tony O'Donnell's Office Maryland Congressional candidate Tony O'Donnell today called upon incumbent Congressman Steny Hoyer to end his globetrotting fundraising jaunts and talk about...
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Nancy Pelosi reflects on quarter century in Congress, looks ahead to election - San Francisco Examiner

Nancy Pelosi reflects on quarter century in Congress, looks ahead to election - San Francisco Examiner | Maryland Politics and Budgets | Scoop.it
San Francisco ExaminerNancy Pelosi reflects on quarter century in Congress, looks ahead to electionSan Francisco Examiner“I had no interest in running for political office, ever,” said Pelosi, whose father was a congressman from Maryland.
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Without Gas Tax, Will Purple Line Proceed? - Patch.com

Without Gas Tax, Will Purple Line Proceed? - Patch.com | Maryland Politics and Budgets | Scoop.it
Without Gas Tax, Will Purple Line Proceed?Patch.comWith O'Malley's proposed gas tax shot down by the Maryland General Assembly, the Purple Line will face tough funding challenges, experts told The Washington Post.
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APNewsBreak: Lawmakers announce pit bull task force to review impact of court ... - The Republic

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AG's office advises Assembly it can expand gambling - Baltimore Sun (blog)

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AG's office advises Assembly it can expand gamblingBaltimore Sun (blog)By Michael Dresser, The Baltimore Sun The General Assembly has an unfettered right to expand gambling in Maryland over the objections of existing license holders, according to...
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