Maryland General Assembly

Longtime U.S. Senator Ben Cardin Named Speaker for Hood College's 2024 Commencement Ceremony

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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FREDERICK, Md., Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Hood College is proud to announce U.S. Senator Ben Cardin as the featured speaker for the Class of 2024 Commencement Ceremony. The ceremony, to be held on Saturday, May 18, is the 127th in Hood's history.

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  • Senator Ben Cardin as the featured speaker for the Class of 2024 Commencement Ceremony.
  • I appreciate all the hard work, dedication and sacrifices that have helped each student reach this milestone," said Senator Cardin.
  • "I am looking forward to Commencement and making Hood College my alma mater," said Noah Turner, president of the Class of 2024.
  • "It is our honor to have Senator Cardin as our Commencement speaker," said Andrea E. Chapdelaine, Ph.D., president of Hood College.

Constellation Repowers Criterion Wind as Part of $350 Million Investment in Its Renewable Fleet

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Thursday, June 8, 2023
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Over the course of this fleetwide project, Constellation’s repowering efforts will enable 315 megawatts of its existing carbon-free wind fleet to generate greater output at the same wind conditions.

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  • Over the course of this fleetwide project, Constellation’s repowering efforts will enable 315 megawatts of its existing carbon-free wind fleet to generate greater output at the same wind conditions.
  • Constellation operates 27 wind projects that are capable of producing about 1,400 megawatts of electricity.
  • Constellation employs about 3,200 employees and contractors in Maryland and is Maryland’s largest producer of carbon-free energy.
  • In 2022, the company and its employees contributed $3.3 million to Maryland nonprofits and volunteered more than 21,000 hours.

Maryland Governor Moore Signs RadNet-supported Legislation to Make Follow-up Diagnostic Imaging for Breast and Lung Cancers More Affordable

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Thursday, May 4, 2023
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ANNAPOLIS, Md., May 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RadNet, Inc. (NASDAQ: RDNT), today announced that Maryland Governor Wes Moore signed into law legislation to improve lung and breast cancer detection and diagnosis in Maryland.

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  • ANNAPOLIS, Md., May 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RadNet, Inc. (NASDAQ: RDNT), today announced that Maryland Governor Wes Moore signed into law legislation to improve lung and breast cancer detection and diagnosis in Maryland.
  • House Bill (HB) 815/Senate Bill (SB) 965 and HB 376/SB 184 require state-regulated insurers to waive patient cost-shares for supplemental diagnostic imaging associated with lung and breast cancers, respectively.
  • “It is estimated that we lost more than 2,000 lives to lung cancer and 800 lives to breast cancer last year in the State of Maryland.
  • These bills will help save the lives of Marylanders by eliminating financial barriers to follow-up or supplemental breast and lung cancer imaging.

Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service Receives Over $540,000 to Help Expunge Criminal Records Related to Cannabis Charges

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Wednesday, April 5, 2023
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BALTIMORE, April 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service (MVLS), a statewide provider of free legal services to low-income Marylanders, will receive a $542,775 grant from Maryland Legal Services Corporation (MLSC) to implement a statewide outreach, education and referral network to help expunge the criminal records of Marylanders charged with cannabis-related violations. A constitutional amendment that authorizes the adult use and possession of cannabis in Maryland goes into effect July 1, 2023.

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  • A constitutional amendment that authorizes the adult use and possession of cannabis in Maryland goes into effect July 1, 2023.
  • MVLS' funding is part of a $2.5 million grant awarded to eight legal services providers in the state.
  • Marylanders with cannabis-related charges can visit mvlslaw.org/free-legal-help to check their eligibility and apply for services.
  • MVLS also will hire a paralegal to coordinate the navigators' efforts and perform legal research and document requests.

Maryland Bankers Association's "Day in Annapolis" Offered Attendees Exclusive Insight into Legislative Process

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Friday, February 3, 2023
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ANNAPOLIS, Md., Feb. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On Wednesday, February 1, the Maryland Bankers Association (MBA) hosted its annual "Day in Annapolis" event at The Governor Calvert House in Annapolis, MD. This was the first in person "Day in Annapolis" since 2020.

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  • The annual event connects Maryland General Assembly leaders with banking and advocacy professionals to discuss the state government's impact on banks and gives attendees an inside look at the Maryland legislative process.
  • ANNAPOLIS, Md., Feb. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On Wednesday, February 1, the Maryland Bankers Association (MBA) hosted its annual "Day in Annapolis" event at The Governor Calvert House in Annapolis, MD.
  • Participants also heard firsthand from Committee leadership in the Maryland General Assembly about trending policy topics and state-level government advocacy.
  • I am hopeful that attendees came away with a better understanding of the state legislative process and the policy work we've been doing.

Maryland Businesses Reflect on Fruitful 2022 and Strong Start to 2023

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023
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BALTIMORE, Jan. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Maryland Marketing Partnership, which helps drive Maryland's branding and marketing efforts to attract businesses, create jobs, and grow the state's economy, today shared a summary of the latest news from companies and organizations that are part of the partnership.

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  • "As we begin a new year, it fills me with great pride to watch our Maryland businesses cap 2022 off with success and start 2023 off with a bang," said Tom Riford, executive director of the Maryland Marketing Partnership.
  • Businesses here are always focused on long-term growth and longevity while continuing to strengthen their relationships with patrons and communities."
  • Through its funding and support, the Maryland Innovation Initiative (MII) continues to nurture tech-related businesses and retain a highly trained workforce.
  • The University System of Maryland (USM) , based in Baltimore and the state's public higher education system, was well-represented in both chambers of the 2023 Maryland General Assembly as they convened in early January.

Southern Maryland National Heritage Area Act Passed in Congress

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Tuesday, December 27, 2022
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Hughesville, MD, Dec. 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hughesville, MD – The Southern Maryland National Heritage Area Act was included in the recently passed year-end government spending bill and will be signed into law by President Biden.

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  • Hughesville, MD, Dec. 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hughesville, MD – The Southern Maryland National Heritage Area Act was included in the recently passed year-end government spending bill and will be signed into law by President Biden.
  • The Southern Maryland National Heritage Area will include Calvert, Charles, St. Mary’s, and southern Prince George’s counties.
  • Destination Southern Maryland is the public face of the Southern Maryland Heritage Area.
  • As a newly designated National Heritage Area, the Southern Maryland National Heritage Area will represent Calvert, Charles, St. Mary’s, and southern Prince George’s counties with a mission to enhance the region through innovative heritage tourism experiences, comprehensive cultural and natural resource conservation, and excellence in educational opportunities.

FSC First Announces Dawn R. Medley as New President & CEO

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022
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LARGO, Md., Nov. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- FSC First is pleased to announce that Dawn R. Medley will assume the position of President & CEO, effective January 1, 2023. Medley will succeed Shelly Gross-Wade, who steps down in December 2022 after nearly 25 years of service.

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  • FSC First is pleased to announce that Dawn R. Medley will assume the position of President & CEO, effective January 1, 2023.
  • LARGO, Md., Nov. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- FSC First is pleased to announce that Dawn R. Medley will assume the position of President & CEO, effective January 1, 2023.
  • Medley currently serves as FSC First's Senior Vice President - Business Finance Programs and the Prince George's County Economic Development Incentive Fund Manager (EDI).
  • Prior to joining FSC First, Medley began her lending and finance career with Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and National Cooperative Bank.

Maryland Post-Acute Care Associations and Real Time Medical Systems Collaborate With CRISP to Integrate Nursing Facilities Into State-Designated Health Information Exchange

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Tuesday, September 20, 2022
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The program aims to build a statewide information technology solution specifically designed to connect and integrate nursing facilities through CRISP, the State-Designated Health Information Exchange.

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  • The program aims to build a statewide information technology solution specifically designed to connect and integrate nursing facilities through CRISP, the State-Designated Health Information Exchange.
  • LifeSpans membership includes skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, continuing care retirement communities, subsidized senior housing, community-based and hospital-based programs.
  • The Health Facilities Association of Maryland (HFAM) is the oldest nationally affiliated long-term and post-acute care trade association in the state.
  • CRISP is a regional health information exchange (HIE) serving Maryland, the District of Columbia, West Virginia, and the surrounding regions.

Arena Analytics CEO Myra Norton Appointed to Maryland Governor's Workforce Development Board

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022
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BALTIMORE, Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Arena Analytics, a company that helps people and organizations chart the future of work using sophisticated AI and data analytics, today announced that CEO Myra Norton has been appointed to the Maryland Governor's Workforce Development Board the Governor's chief policy-making body for workforce development in the state of Maryland.

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  • BALTIMORE, Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Arena Analytics, a company that helps people and organizations chart the future of work using sophisticated AI and data analytics, today announced that CEO Myra Norton has been appointed to the Maryland Governor's Workforce Development Board the Governor's chief policy-making body for workforce development in the state of Maryland.
  • The Governor's Workforce Development Board is responsible for developing policies and strategies to form a coordinated workforce development system in collaboration with state employment and training, economic development, education partners, and significant input from the business community.
  • Board members are appointed by Maryland's Governor, and the Maryland General Assembly leadership appoints one state senator and one delegate.
  • As CEO of Arena Analytics, Norton has led the development and deployment of innovative solutions that leverage data to help employers create more productive and equitable workforces.