SCOTUS Rules on Local Impact Fees – Any MD Fallout?
"Impact fees" and related charges on new development to offset growth-related expenses were the subject of a recent US Supreme Court case. Maryland governments use impact fees and similar levies…
"Impact fees" and related charges on new development to offset growth-related expenses were the subject of a recent US Supreme Court case. Maryland governments use impact fees and similar levies…
Year-long needs assessment at the Maryland U.S. Attorney's Office culminates in appointment of three individuals to Co-Chiefs and Deputy Chief of new Civil Rights and Special Victims Section. U.S. Attorney…
Carroll County is considering increasing its property tax rate for the first time since 1997 to support schools, public safety, and other essential services. Last week, the Board of Carroll…
Harford County Executive Bob Cassilly released his recommended fiscal year 2025 budget, which holds government spending flat and keeps tax rates steady. Still, the recommended budget makes significant new public…
On September 5, the Washington Post reported on an ongoing lawsuit between Montgomery County and its police union, potentially undercutting the intent of Anton's Law. Anton's Law, passed in 2021…
On March 15, 2022, Associate Policy Director Dominic Butchko testified before the Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee in opposition to SB 777 - Public Information Act - Records Relating to Police Misconduct…
Comptroller Peter Franchot today sent a letter to Governor Larry Hogan, Senate President Bill Ferguson, and House Speaker Adrienne Jones urging them to convene a special session of the Maryland…
On Tuesday, Michael Sanderson testified amongst representatives from the City of Gaithersburg, Baltimore City, Anne Arundel County, LGIT, and MML in opposition of SB 629 Access to Maryland Courts Act.…