Maryland Senate bill could raise insurance premiums say State Farm
State Farm Maryland vice president K Donald Waskom warns a Senate bill allowing punitive damages for denied claims could force insurers to pay questionable claims and raise premiums. David Snyder adds it would encourage litigation and rubber stamp cases.
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Meese to address crime fighters at regional conference
Former Attorney General Edwin Meese will headline the 11th Annual Crime Stoppers Southeast Region Training Conference in Rockville at the Crowne Plaza Holiday Inn from April 3 to 6. About 150 Crime Solvers programs, with attendees from Delaware to Florida and Puerto Rico and the Bahamas, are expected to attend. The programs are non-profit and aid law enforcement without government funding.
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Frederick County Keeps Ag Funds in Legislature Move
The House approved a bill letting Frederick County retain about 1 million dollars in agricultural preservation funds, with a Senate vote ahead. The funds, derived from real estate taxes, pay farmers not to develop land. A companion measure would permit bonds to buy agricultural easements and open space lands.
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Highway Authority builds 5.7 million weigh station near I-270
SHA launched septic tank work for a 5.7 million truck weigh station on Interstate 270 near Md 109. The facility will straddle both sides of the highway and serve as a rest area for truckers when it opens next spring. Public health officials will oversee septic work during construction. the state owns the land and will maintain it. Maryland State Police will staff the site, with 24 hour operation yet to be decided based on shift needs.
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