From Del. Rick Impallaria: Annapolis Update #2 – Jan. 31, 2012 Last night on Lawyer’s Mall in front of the State House, over 2000 people came to a rally in support of protecting marriage as being between a man and a woman, and to oppose same-sex marriage. The opposition was overwhelming. It is the first […]
Talk Tolls, Tax Hikes, Redistricting, and Gay Marriage with Harford Campaign for Liberty
From Harford Campaign for Liberty: Join us at the Harford Campaign for Liberty meeting on Tuesday, July 26 at 7PM at the Forest Hill Knights of Columbus Hall to discuss the following important issues: – The Toll hearings in Harford County and Cecil County were well-attended by local folks who want more accountable government. Will […]
Sen. Jacobs Responds to Gov. O’Malley’s Gay Marriage Initiative: “It is My Belief that the Majority of My Constituents and the Majority of Marylanders Oppose Legalizing Gay Marriage”
From the office of Sen. Nancy Jacobs: I oppose legalizing Gay Marriage in Maryland and will fight vehemently against Governor O’Malley’s initiative to pass this legislation. It is my belief that the majority of my constituents and the majority of Marylanders oppose legalizing gay marriage. Government has historically defined marriage as an institution between a […]
Del. Szeliga: Best and Worst of 2011 Legislative Session of the Maryland General Assembly
From the office of Del. Kathy Szeliga: I am pleased to provide you with a wrap-up of the 2011 Legislative Session of the Maryland General Assembly from Annapolis. It was a very busy session and I am honored to serve and represent you in the House of Delegates. Direct Shipment of Wine: Passed! I am […]
Del. Szeliga: “I am Grateful that Gay Marriage Did Not Pass Today and Summarily Change Thousands of Years of Human History and Tradition in One Afternoon”
From the office of Del. Kathy Szeliga: Dear Friends, This was a VERY busy week in Annapolis. With just one month left in the legislative session, things are humming along at a faster pace. I’m sure April 11, Sine Die, will be here before we know it. Gay Marriage Update At about 3:00 today, SB […]
Del. Impallaria: Gay Marriage Bill Sent Back to Committee: “The Bill is Not Dead, Nor Should We Think of This as a Victory for Traditional Marriage”
From the office of Del. Rick Impallaria: After three hours of debate, there has not been a vote yet. The bill was sent back to committee (House Judiciary) for reasons which were not explained. The bill is not dead, nor should we think of this as a victory for traditional marriage. You should continue to […]
Del. Szeliga: “A Dime A Drink” Tax Would Impose Increases of 569% for Liquor, 640% for Wine & 1,189% for Beer
From the office of Del. Kathy Szeliga: Dear Friends, There have been 2,296 bills introduced in both the House and Sente so far. Fortunately, not very many have passed yet! Hot Off The Press!! Gay Marriage Update At 2:30 today, the House Judiciary Committee passed the gay marriage bill by a vote of 12-10. This […]
Del. Impallaria: Gay Marriage Bill Out of Committee in Annapolis
From the office of Del. Rick Impallaria: The House Judiciary Committee just voted to approve HB 175 – the “Religious Freedom and Civil Marriage” Act, otherwise known as the Gay Marriage Bill. Chairmen of committees do not normally vote on bills unless there is a tie. So the deciding vote was cast by Delegate Joseph […]