The work group discussed projections that the Maryland cannabis market will hit $1 billion in adult-use marijuana sales within 20 months.
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Cannabis in Maryland: 2022 Legislative Update
Where do things stand regarding cannabis in the Maryland General Assembly? We’ve got a comprehensive look at the bills being addressed this session.
Noncompetes Face Restrictions Following White House Executive Order
An executive order recently signed by President Joe Biden encourages the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to ban or limit noncompete agreements.
Rep. Jamie Raskin Interview with Jmore
From the state of our democracy to polarizing divisions across the country, Rep. Jamie Raskin spoke in-depth with Jmore in a recent interview.
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: March 18, 2021
Governor Hogan reports that 25% of Marylanders have received a #vaccine, with Phase 2A (ages 60+) starting 3/23, Phase 2B (16+ with increased risk) beginning 3/30.
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: February 23, 2021
Another mass vaccination site set and a pre-registration website coming next month, nearly 30k shots now administered each day, increasing reports of fraud surrounding the vaccine, and additional screening for COVID-19 variants.
UPDATE: Hogan Signs $1 Billion RELIEF Act
Introduced last month and incorporating adjustments made and passed by the General Assembly, Hogan has signed the $1 Billion RELIEF Act.
$1.5 Billion RELIEF Act Advances Through Legislature
Now headed to the House of Delegates, the Senate has approved its pandemic RELIEF package with $1.5 billion in assistance for Marylanders.
Governor Larry Hogan’s State of the State 2021
On Wednesday, February 3, 2021, Governor Larry Hogan live-streamed his State of the State address from the State House in Annapolis.
Governor’s Briefing on COVID-19: January 26, 2021
While supply continues to be limited with only 10,000 doses available each day, Hogan is expanding Phase 1 of vaccine distribution to include those who are severely immunocompromised. Mobile clinics and mass vaccination sites with National Guard support are coming soon.
Governor Hogan Proposes $1 Billion RELIEF Act
As Governor Hogan unveils the Fiscal Year 2022 budget, he proposes the $1 Billion RELIEF Act – Recovery for the Economy, Livelihoods, Industries, Entrepreneurs, and Families Act – which includes direct stimulus payments to Marylanders.
Reflecting on the 2020 Legislative Session and Anticipating 2021
While all Maryland legislative sessions become part of the historical record, the 2020 session, which was the 441st, will have an asterisk next to it. For 2021, vigilance will be required to be certain one’s voice is heard.
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100 Years of Bold Hearts with the American Heart Association
The Greater Maryland Heart Ball provided an opportunity to recognize leaders, share inspiring stories, and commemorate 100 years of fighting heart disease and stroke.
May is Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation – Maryland Chapter recently raised more than $240,000 with their annual “Feastival” event, sponsored in part by Nemphos Braue.
FTC Bans Noncompetes, US Chamber of Commerce Files Lawsuit
The Federal Trade Commission issued a ruling to ban noncompetes nationwide, and business groups have already filed lawsuits to block the ruling.