Congress, U.s.
Maryland 2016 Regular Session
United States Constitution - Amendments Convention - Democracy Amendment [HJR-8]
Applying to the U.S. Congress for an amendments convention called under Article V of the U.S. Constitution, on the application of the legislatures of two-thirds of the several states, to propose an amendment to the U.S. Constitution that affirms every citizen's individual right to vote, reserves inalienable political rights to natural persons, and authorizes regulation of contributions and expenditures intended to influence elections.
Sponsored by: Sen. William Smith
Hearing 2/29 At 1:00 P.m. on 02/29/2016
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United States Congress - Call to Congress and the President to Act on Redistricting Reform [HJR-4]
Requesting that the United States Congress pass, and the President of the United States sign, legislation that establishes uniform standards and procedures applicable to each state for the creation of the districts for the election of the members of the United States Congress; and requiring that a copy of the Resolution be forwarded by the Department of Legislative Services to the President and Vice President of the United States and to specified members and officials of the United States Congress.
Sponsored by: Sen. Barbara Robinson
Hearing 2/29 At 1:00 P.m. on 02/29/2016
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Maryland 2016 Regular Session
United States Constitution - Amendments Convention - Limitations on Federal Power [HJR-3]
Applying to the U.S. Congress for an amendments convention called under Article V of the U.S. Constitution, on the application of the legislatures of two-thirds of the several states, to propose amendments to the U.S. Constitution that impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, and limit the terms of office for officials of the federal government and for the members of the U.S. Congress.
Sponsored by: Rep. Tony McConkey
Hearing 2/29 At 1:00 P.m. on 02/29/2016
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Maryland 2016 Regular Session
Reinstatement of the Separation of Commercial and Investment Banking Functions [HJR-2]
Urging the United States Congress to support efforts to reinstate the separation of commercial and investment banking functions in effect under the Glass-Steagall Act and to support H.R. 381 and S. 1709.
Sponsored by: Sen. Nathaniel Oaks
Hearing 2/29 At 3:00 P.m. on 02/29/2016
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Maryland 2016 Regular Session
Election Law - Special Elections - Absentee Ballots for Absent Uniformed Services Voters and Overseas Voters [HB-873]
Requiring a county council to set the date for a special election to fill a vacancy in specified county offices so that the local board of elections may provide absentee ballots for that election to absent uniformed services voters and overseas voters at least 45 days before the special election; requiring the State Administrator of Elections to require local boards of elections to provide absentee ballots for a special election to fill a vacancy in Congress to absent uniformed services voters and overseas voters 45 days before the election; etc.
Sponsored by: Sen. William Smith
Approved By The Governor - Chapter 282 on 04/26/2016
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Maryland 2016 Regular Session
Legislative and Congressional Districting - Standards and Processes [HB-467]
Proposing an amendment to the Maryland Constitution to establish the Legislative Districting Commission to prepare a specified legislative districting plan and to establish the Congressional Districting Commission to prepare a specified congressional districting plan following each decennial census and after public hearings; prohibiting the plans from being amended; submitting the amendment to the qualified voters of the State for their adoption or rejection; etc.
Sponsored by: Rep. Kumar Barve
Hearing 2/29 At 3:00 P.m. on 02/29/2016
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Maryland 2016 Regular Session
General Assembly and Congressional Legislative Redistricting and Apportionment Commission [HB-458]
Creating the General Assembly and Congressional Redistricting and Apportionment Commission; requiring the Commission to divide the State to create General Assembly and congressional districts, as specified; providing for the membership, qualifications, and duties of the Commission; specifying requirements for the adoption of redistricting plans; requiring the Legislative Auditor to establish and administer an application process for individuals seeking appointment to the Commission; etc.
Sponsored by: Rep. Eric Bromwell
Hearing 2/29 At 3:00 P.m. on 02/29/2016
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Maryland 2015 Regular Session
United States Constitution - Amendments Convention - Democracy Amendment [SJR-2]
Applying to the U.S. Congress for an amendments convention called under Article V of the U.S. Constitution, on the application of the legislatures of two-thirds of the several states, to propose an amendment to the U.S. Constitution that affirms every citizen's individual right to vote, reserves inalienable political rights to natural persons, and authorizes regulation of campaign contributions and electioneering expenditures.
Sponsored by: Sen. Susan Lee
Senators Pinsky, Rosapepe, And Salling on 04/13/2015
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Maryland 2015 Regular Session
Susquehanna River Basin - Sediment and Nutrient Pollution (National Chesapeake Bay Preservation Act of 2015) [SJR-1]
Urging the United States Congress to authorize a review of the studies related to the Susquehanna River Basin for the purpose of initiating and funding a project by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to address the transport of sediment and nutrients from the Susquehanna River Basin in order to minimize the pollutant load reaching the Chesapeake Bay from the Susquehanna River; and providing that a copy of the resolution be forwarded by the Department of Legislative Services to specified individuals.
Sponsored by: Sen. Thomas Middleton
Hearing 3/30 At 3:00 P.m. on 03/30/2015
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Maryland 2015 Regular Session
Congressional Districting Process [SB-99]
Requiring the Department of Legislative Services to obtain specified census data, adjust the census data for specified purposes, and provide the census data to a temporary redistricting commission within a specified time period; creating a temporary redistricting commission; requiring the commission to use specified census data to prepare and adopt a districting plan for congressional districting within a specified time period; specifying that a specified districting plan is the plan for the State; etc.
Sponsored by: Sen. Bob Cassilly
Unfavorable Report By Education, Health, And Environmental Affairs; Withdrawn on 02/16/2015
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Maryland 2015 Regular Session
Congressional Districting Process [SB-814]
Requiring the Department of Legislative Services to obtain specified census data, adjust the census data for specified purposes, and provide the census data to a temporary redistricting commission within 30 days after the Department has finished adjusting the census data; creating a temporary redistricting commission; requiring the commission to use specified census data to prepare and adopt a districting plan for congressional districting within a specified time period; etc.
Sponsored by: Sen. Paul Pinsky
Hearing 3/19 At 1:00 P.m. on 03/19/2015
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Maryland 2015 Regular Session
Special Elections for United States Senate Vacancies Act [SB-529]
Altering the process for filling a vacancy in the office of United States Senator; repealing the authority of the Governor to make an appointment to fill a vacancy in the office of United States Senator under specified circumstances; requiring the Governor to issue a proclamation to call for a special primary election and a special general election to fill a vacancy in the office of United States Senator under specified circumstances; specifying the dates when a special election to fill a vacancy is to be held; etc.
Sponsored by: Sen. Susan Lee
Hearing 3/05 At 1:00 P.m. on 03/05/2015
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Maryland 2015 Regular Session
Congressional Districts - Standards and Process [SB-448]
Adding a new article to the Maryland Constitution to govern congressional districts; requiring congressional districts to conform to specified standards and that due regard be given to specified boundaries; requiring the Governor to prepare a congressional district plan following each decennial census of the United States and after public hearings; requiring the Governor to present the plan to the presiding officers of the General Assembly; etc.
Sponsored by: Sen. Delores Kelley
Hearing 3/05 At 1:00 P.m. on 03/05/2015
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Maryland 2015 Regular Session
United States Constitution - Democracy Amendment [HJR-2]
Urging the U.S. Congress to propose an amendment to the U.S. Constitution that affirms every citizen's individual right to vote, reserves inalienable political rights to natural persons, and authorizes regulation of campaign contributions and electioneering expenditures.
Sponsored by: Sen. Nathaniel Oaks
Third Reading Passed (89-50) on 04/13/2015
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Maryland 2015 Regular Session
Number and Terms of United States Supreme Court Justices [HJR-1]
Urging the members of the Maryland Congressional Delegation to utilize their resources and influence to ensure passage of prospective federal legislation concerning the number and terms of the Justices of the United States Supreme Court.
Sponsored by: Rep. Dan Morhaim
Hearing 3/02 At 1:00 P.m. on 03/02/2015
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Maryland 2015 Regular Session
Legislative and Congressional Districting - Standards and Processes [HB-906]
Amending specified provisions of and adding a new article to the Maryland Constitution for the purpose of changing the legislative and congressional districting standards and processes; requiring that each Senate legislative district be subdivided into a specified number of House legislative districts, each of which must contain a specified number of Delegates; establishing the Nonpartisan Districting Commission; requiring that specified plans become law on adoption by the Commission; etc.
Sponsored by: Rep. Haven Shoemaker
Hearing 3/03 At 1:00 P.m. on 03/03/2015
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Maryland 2015 Regular Session
Congressional Districts - Standards and Process [HB-850]
Adding a new article to the Maryland Constitution to govern congressional districts; requiring congressional districts to conform to specified standards and that due regard be given to specified boundaries; requiring the Governor to prepare a congressional districting plan following each decennial census of the United States and after public hearings; requiring the Governor to present the plan to the presiding officers of the General Assembly; etc.
Sponsored by: Sen. Barbara Robinson
Hearing 3/03 At 1:00 P.m. on 03/03/2015
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Maryland 2015 Regular Session
Elections - Study Commission on the Redistricting Process in Maryland [HB-610]
Establishing a Study Commission on the Redistricting Process in Maryland; specifying the composition, powers, and duties of the Commission; providing for the staffing of the Commission; requiring the Commission to report its findings and recommendations, including suggested constitutional and legislative changes, to the Governor and the General Assembly on or before December 31, 2016; etc.
Sponsored by: Sen. Barbara Robinson
Hearing 3/02 At 1:00 P.m. on 03/02/2015
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Maryland 2015 Regular Session
Special Elections for United States Senate Vacancies Act [HB-595]
Altering the process for filling a vacancy in the office of United States Senator; repealing the authority of the Governor to make an appointment to fill a vacancy in the office of United States Senator under specified circumstances; requiring the Governor to issue a proclamation to call for a special primary election and a special general election to fill a vacancy in the office of United States Senator under specified circumstances; specifying the dates when a special election to fill a vacancy is to be held; etc.
Sponsored by: Sen. William Smith
Hearing 3/04 At 1:00 P.m. on 03/04/2015
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Maryland 2015 Regular Session
Voters' Congressional Districting Panel - Establishment [HB-428]
Establishing the Voters' Congressional Districting Panel; requiring the State Ethics Commission to conduct a specified lottery to choose the members of the Panel; specifying the qualifications that an individual must meet to be entered into the lottery; requiring the Panel to prepare a specified congressional districting plan following a specified census; requiring that the plan becomes law on a specified day except under specified circumstances; etc.
Sponsored by: Rep. Eric Bromwell
Hearing 3/02 At 1:00 P.m. on 03/02/2015