Maryland legislation News

Maryland Bill Could Make Blocking Four-way Intersection Illegal

Vehicles that enter an intersection but fail to cross it once the light turns red would be subject to a ticket and fine under a “don’t block the box” bill sponsored by Delegate Al Carr, D-Montgomery. The goal of the …

Maryland General Assembly Passes Grain Alcohol Bill

On March 28, the Maryland General Assembly voted to ban the retail sale of alcohol 190-proof and stronger. If the bill is signed into law, Maryland will join the ranks of over a dozen other states that ban the sale …

Maryland Roadside Zoos Will Be Required to Carry $1M Liability Coverage

Both houses of the Maryland General Assembly have passed bills to stiffen requirements for roadside zoos without requiring them to be accredited or meet certain safety and animal-care standards. The Frederick News-Post reported Wednesday that the bills lack restrictions sought …

IBHS Commends Maryland Legislators for Strengthening Building Code

The Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) commends the Maryland Legislature for passing SB 750 / HB 769, which prohibits local jurisdictions from weakening the wind design and windborne debris provisions of the Maryland Building Performance Standards. The …