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Maryland officials trying to limit bear-human conflict
COLLEGE PARK — As Maryland black bears emerge from hibernation, the state’s Wildlife and Heritage Service is warning people to keep food tucked away to avoid attracting them. In March and April, the bears began leaving dens after a four-month hibernation, and are searching for food.
480 Human-Bear Conflicts In MD Reported A Year: How To Avoid Them
By Kimberly Seif, CAPITAL NEWS SERVICE © Shutterstock Since bear food like berries is not yet in steady supply, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources Wildlife and Heritage Service advises storing grills outside and keeping garbage in a bear-proof bin or a locked shed. As Maryland black bears emerge from hibernation, the state’s Wildlife and Heritage Service is warning people to keep food tucked away to avoid attracting them.
Md. Justice Commission plans to increase data access
Legislation that increases funding for legal services, reduces health inequities, and improved access to unemployment benefits were among the successes of a justice task force led by Maryland’s attorney general.
Maryland bill would remove parole veto powers from governor
A bill that would remove the governor from the parole process is on a bumpy path through the Maryland Legislature, as both chambers have different versions of the bill that must be hammered out in just a few days. SB0202, sponsored by Sen. Delores Kelley, D-Baltimore, has been passed through both the Senate and House chambers. Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.
Maryland Bill Would Remove Parole Veto Powers From Governor
By KIMBERLY SEIF of Capital News Service A bill that would remove the governor from the parole process is on a bumpy path through the Maryland Legislature, as both chambers have different versions of the bill that must be hammered out in just a few days. SB0202, sponsored by Sen. Delores Kelley, D-Baltimore, has been passed through both the Senate and House chambers.
Bill to Repeal Spousal Defense for Sexual Crimes Advances
By KIMBERLY SEIF of Capital News Service A Maryland bill that would repeal the prohibition on prosecuting some sexual crimes against a victim who is the spouse of the assailant has been referred to the House Judiciary Committee after passing through the Senate in a unanimous vote. SB0250, the Love is No Defense to Sexual Crimes Act, is co-sponsored by Sen. Susan Lee, D-Montgomery, and Sen. Jeff Waldstreicher, D-Montgomery.
Legislation for Control of the Baltimore Police Moves to the House
A groundbreaking package of police reform legislation has been passed by the Maryland Senate and now heads to the House of Delegates for hearings and approval. With bipartisan support, the Senate on Wednesday passed the package of nine bills that aim to increase police accountability, and on Thursday they were referred to the House Judiciary Committee.
Bill for Control of the Baltimore Police Moves to the House
By KIMBERLY SEIF of Capital News Service A groundbreaking package of police reform legislation has been passed by the Maryland Senate and now heads to the House of Delegates for hearings and approval. With bipartisan support, the Senate on Wednesday passed the package of nine bills that aim to increase police accountability, and on Thursday they were referred to the House Judiciary Committee.
Bill would change police procedure during traffic stops
ANNAPOLIS — A bill in the Maryland General Assembly would change procedure during a traffic or other stop to ensure that officers explicitly state certain rights, and aims to prevent police from using deceptive or coercive measures to obtain information. SB 0589, also known as the Know Your Rights Act, was heard in the Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee last month.
New bill would change police procedure during traffic stops
A bill in the Maryland General Assembly would change procedure during a traffic or other stop to ensure that officers explicitly state certain rights, and aims to prevent police from using deceptive or coercive measures to obtain information. SB0589, also known as the Know Your Rights Act, was heard in the Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee last week.
New Bill Would Change Police Procedure During Traffic Stops
By KIMBERLY SEIF of Capital News Service A bill in the Maryland General Assembly would change procedure during a traffic or other stop to ensure that officers explicitly state certain rights, and aims to prevent police from using deceptive or coercive measures to obtain information. SB0589, also known as the Know Your Rights Act, was heard in the Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee last week.
Maryland Bill Would Provide Voting Information to the Incarcerated
2/13/21 By Kimberly Seif, Baltimore Fishbowl Those incarcerated awaiting trial or convicted of misdemeanors would be able to register to vote and learn about their voting rights under legislation in the Maryland General Assembly this year. The Senate version of the bill, which was jointly referred to the Education, Health and Environmental Affairs Committee and the Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee, is being sponsored by Sen. Chris West, R-Baltimore County.
Maryland Bill Would Provide Voting Info to the Incarcerated
By KIMBERLY SEIF of Capital News Service COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — Those incarcerated awaiting trial or convicted of misdemeanors would be able to register to vote and learn about their voting rights under legislation in the Maryland General Assembly this year. The Senate version of the bill, which was jointly referred to the Education, Health and Environmental Affairs Committee and the Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee, is being sponsored by Sen. Chris West, R-Baltimore County.
Proposed Maryland legislation expands hate crime law
Judges will be allowed to require people charged with hate crimes to complete anti-bias education programs if a bill to expand the current Maryland hate crime law is passed. Sen. Shelly Hettleman (D-Baltimore County) is sponsoring this bill, SB0220, which aims to use anti-bias education programs to reduce the number of repeat offenders.
Proposed Maryland Legislation Expands Hate Crime Law
Capital News Service — Judges will be allowed to require people charged with hate crimes to complete anti-bias education programs if a bill to expand the current Maryland hate crime law is passed. Sen. Shelly Hettleman, D-Baltimore, is sponsoring this bill, SB0220, which aims to use anti-bias education programs to reduce the number of repeat offenders.
Proposed Maryland legislation expands hate crime law
COLLEGE PARK, Md. — Judges will be allowed to require people charged with hate crimes to complete anti-bias education programs if a bill to expand the current Maryland hate crime law is passed. Sen. Shelly Hettleman, D-Baltimore, is sponsoring this bill, SB0220, which aims to use anti-bias education programs to reduce the number of repeat offenders.
Proposed Maryland legislation expands hate crime law
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — Judges will be allowed to require people charged with hate crimes to complete anti-bias education programs if a bill to expand the current Maryland hate crime law is passed. Sen. Shelly Hettleman, D-Baltimore, is sponsoring this bill, SB0220, which aims to use anti-bias education programs to reduce the number of repeat offenders.
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