Collective bargaining upheld by Annapolis court ruling
An Anne Arundel Circuit Court judge upheld Gov Parris Glendening's order granting state workers limited collective bargaining rights. Business group officials argued the order usurps the legislature and could force wage deals, but the judge said there is no binding enforcement and lawmakers are not bound to approve any agreements. Gene Burner of the Maryland Chamber of Commerce expressed cautious optimism for a higher court review.
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Drug testing proposed for welfare rolls
ANNAPOLIS AP Bids requiring welfare applicants addicted to drugs or alcohol to undergo treatment or lose monthly benefits were proposed by lawmakers from both parties. The plan aims to help parents join the workforce, with safeguards to ensure benefits aren’t denied without viable treatment options. Opponents warned the measure could criminalize welfare recipients and push drug users away from treatment, while supporters argued it would redirect funds to support children and encourage treatment. The bill, sponsored by Martin Madden and Sam Rosenberg, shifts from initial testing at entry to screening during a health maintenance checkup under Medicaid.
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Maryland chief judge seeks pay raise and user friendly courts
Maryland's new chief judge Robert Bell urged the General Assembly to grant a $9000 pay raise for all state judges, arguing caseloads have surged while judicial numbers lag. He promoted a more accessible, community-engaged judiciary to restore public confidence, but lawmakers signaled limited support for such raises.
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Governor pledges to block slot machines at racetracks
Gov Parris Glendening vows to personally lobby lawmakers to kill a plan for slot machines at racetracks. He repeats his no casinos, no slots, no exceptions stance and aims to veto any bill tying slots to tax cuts or education. Senate President Miller and House Speaker Taylor face hurdles to a veto override with uncertain GOP support.
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