July 24, 2024 Conduit Street This week, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announced a new framework to facilitate the transition to Next Generation 9-1-1 (NG911). This initiative aims to establish comprehensive rules and guidelines for the nationwide deployment of NG911, enhancing emergency response …
Continue ReadingJuly 18, 2024 Cumberland Times-News From left, Allegany County Emergency Services Director James R. Pyles and state Sens. Mike McKay and Cheryl Kagan talk Wednesday during Kagan’s tour of the county 911 center. CUMBERLAND — When state Sen. Cheryl Kagan …
Continue ReadingJune 18, 2024 National Conference of State Legislators As states continue to enhance their election security measures, transparency and collaboration remain key to maintaining public trust. Watch video As states continue to enhance their election security measures, transparency and collaboration …
Continue ReadingApril 22, 2024 Maryland Reporter SOME JURISDICTIONS TO BEGIN PROCESSING MAIL-IN PRIMARY BALLOTS: Mail-in ballots are starting to roll in across the Baltimore region as Maryland’s May 14 primary election draws near, with some jurisdictions preparing to process ballots as soon …
Continue ReadingApril 16, 2024 The Daily Record Pro-democracy organization leaders on Tuesday said the Maryland House of Delegates failed voters by again declining to vote for special elections to fill legislative vacancies. The state Senate voted overwhelmingly for Maryland to hold …
Continue ReadingJuly 23, 2024 Conduit Street In the wake of opioid settlements and the legalization of cannabis, counties face the challenge and opportunity of managing new revenue streams. These funds present a unique chance to address pressing local needs, from public …
Continue ReadingJuly 8, 2024 Maryland Matters Supporters say it sets a model for nation; industry officials say it’s not new, could backfire When he signed an executive order advancing the state’s pollution reduction plan last month, including a call to phase …
Continue ReadingMay 1, 2024 Maryland Matters This year’s session of the Maryland General Assembly had its share of achievements and disappointments, but it was the failure to pass Senate Bill 29 that should prompt some soul-searching, especially among the leadership of the House …
Continue ReadingApril 19, 2024 Maryland Matters With mail-in voting already under way, and the election less than a month from now, the number and pace of high-profile endorsements is intensifying in the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate. On Thursday, two powerful …
Continue ReadingApril 8, 2024 Maryland Matters The General Assembly session began on Jan. 10 with dire news over projected deficits. It will end Monday with a total eclipse of the sun. In between, there was a lockdown in the legislative complex …
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