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The Maryland General Assembly wraps up its annual session tonight at midnight in what’s been an historic session. We take a look at its major legislative accomplishments, including a final bill to reform the parole process over Republican objections. Plus: Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott gives an update on the city’s ongoing vaccination efforts.
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A bill approved by the Maryland legislature lowers from 16 to 12 the age at which someone can consent to mental health treatment.
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In an interview on WBAL, Hogan criticized the landmark police reform package the legislature passed Wednesday, as well as the legislature's overarching approach to criminal justice.
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After a long contentious debate, the Maryland General Assembly passed a landmark police reform bill Wednesday. Governor Larry Hogan hasn’t committed to signing the bill, but had a sharp rebuke for it this morning. Maryland senators have inched the state closer to legalized sports betting. The University of Maryland Medical System aims to tackle racial disparities in health care with its first chief of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. And we’ll hear from a leader at the Justice Policy Institute, about the toll this pandemic has had on Maryland prisons.
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Included in the package are measures restricting the use of lethal force and no-knock warrants and replacing the Law Enforcement Officers' Bill of Rights.
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Baltimore City’s newly released 3.2 billion dollar budget for the upcoming fiscal year reflects the financial toll the coronavirus pandemic has taken. The University of Maryland Medical System’s first Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer says he will prioritize reconnecting with Baltimore’s communities of color. And Dr. Leana Wen spells out what vaccinated and unvaccinated people can and cannot do safely.
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The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) announced Wednesday that it has recruited its first Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer.
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Baltimore officials released what they called a “modest growth budget” for the coming fiscal year Wednesday. It maintains city services and does not raise taxes, while accounting for the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on city coffers
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Maryland is opening vaccine eligibility to all residents 16 and older, weeks earlier than anticipated. The Maryland State Fairgrounds will become a mass vaccination site. Baltimore County is expanding services to help residents experiencing a mental health crisis. A bill limiting no-knock warrants is moving through the Maryland General Assembly. Meanwhile, a controversial bill that would provide Baltimore renters alternatives to security deposits, awaits the mayor’s signature. And the director of the state health department’s call center for vaccines talks about pre-registration and how to secure your first dose.
