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Maryland: Drugs companies were the second most FDA inspected companies in Maryland in 2023

By Maryland State Wire | Apr 23, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted 23 inspections at 21 Drugs companies from Maryland in 2023.

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26 Maryland hospitals participate in federal 340B Drug Pricing Program

By Maryland State Wire | Apr 23, 2024

Maryland has 26 hospitals in the federal 340B Drug Pricing Program.

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FDA conducted third highest number of inspections on device companies in Maryland during 2023

By Maryland State Wire | Apr 22, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted 12 inspections at 12 device companies from Maryland in 2023.

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Maryland: Biologics companies were the second least FDA inspected companies in Maryland in 2023

By Maryland State Wire | Apr 21, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted 11 inspections at 11 Biologics companies from Maryland in 2023.

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Frederick doctor: ‘We offer the newest technology’ to address eustachian tube dysfunction

By Maryland State Wire | Apr 19, 2024

Eustachian tube dysfunction is a disorder in which passageways in the ears are plugged up and cause uncomfortable symptoms. Dr. Jamie Oberman of Frederick Breathe Free recommends an eustachian tube balloon dilation procedure if the condition becomes serious.

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Maryland Lawmakers Fail to Pass Voter Registration for Returning Citizens

By Maryland State Wire | Apr 17, 2024

On April 17, 2024, the Maryland Senate faced criticism for failing to pass a bill that would have expanded automatic voter registration policies to include the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS), thus guaranteeing access to voter registration and the ballot for justice-impacted residents."Maryland had an opportunity to prioritize access to voter registration for those impacted by the criminal legal system, but let politics get in the way," expressed Joanne Antoine, executive director of Common Cause Maryland.Keshia Morris Desir, justice and...

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Maryland House Fails Voters on Special Elections

By Maryland State Wire | Apr 16, 2024

Apr 16, 2024Last week, the Maryland House of Delegates faced criticism for failing to pass a bill that would have empowered voters in the state. Instead, the decision to maintain a process where political insiders hold more sway than the electorate has sparked disappointment and frustration among advocacy groups."We’re extremely disappointed that the House let voters down yet again,” expressed Joanne Antoine, executive director of Common Cause Maryland, reflecting a sentiment shared by many who had hoped for a more democratic approach to filling legislative vacancies....

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VA Purchase Loans in Maryland average $465,836 for Q1

By Maryland State Wire | Apr 15, 2024

The average VA Purchase Loan amount for Maryland in the first quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $465,836, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Number of VA loans issued in Maryland decreased by 20.2% from Q1 2023 to Q1 2024

By Maryland State Wire | Apr 15, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 1,892 home loans totaling $862.4 million in Maryland during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Maryland average $462,205 for Q1

By Maryland State Wire | Apr 15, 2024

The VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Maryland for the first quarter of the fiscal year 2024 averaged $462,205, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Capitol Breathe Free Sinus announces support for C4 Foundation to support Navy SEALs

By Maryland State Wire | Apr 15, 2024

Capitol Breathe Free, an ear, nose and throat clinic located at 13580 Groupe Drive in Suite 404, announced its support for the C4 Foundation, an organization that supports Navy SEALs and their families.

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Protecting Election Officials is Now Law in Maryland

By Maryland State Wire | Apr 10, 2024

In a significant development, Gov. Wes Moore of Maryland signed the Protecting Election Officials Act of 2024 into law yesterday. This legislation, which received bipartisan support in both chambers of the Assembly, introduces a new misdemeanor charge for individuals who threaten election officials or their families.Joanne Antoine, the executive director of Common Cause Maryland, expressed her support for the new law by stating, "Our election workers deserve this victory. Here in Maryland, we don’t just talk about the importance of democracy — we defend it, along with all...

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Individual income tax revenue down 17.7% from previous quarter in Maryland

By Maryland State Wire | Apr 5, 2024

The third quarter of 2023 brought in $2.5 billion in individual income tax revenue for Maryland, a 17.7% decrease from the second quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

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Tax Revenue Analysis: Maryland collects $2.3 billion in sales and gross receipt tax during Q3 2023

By Maryland State Wire | Apr 3, 2024

Maryland collected $2.3 billion in tax and gross receipts, a 45.2% decrease from the second quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Census Bureau

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FDA Inspection: What type of Maryland companies were under most scrutiny during March?

By Maryland State Wire | Apr 1, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted five inspections at five Food and Cosmetics companies from Maryland in March.

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Maryland experiences higher inflation rate than national average as of March 2024

By Maryland State Wire | Apr 1, 2024

As of March 2024, Maryland experienced a 21.2% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 19.4% increase.

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Average VA home loan amount in Alabama for Q1 totals $455,805

By Maryland State Wire | Mar 31, 2024

The average VA home loan amount in Maryland during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2024 was $455,805, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Maryland collects $285 million in property tax revenue in Q4

By Maryland State Wire | Mar 30, 2024

Maryland collected $285 million in property taxes during the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

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Maryland collects $203 million in license tax revenue in Q4

By Maryland State Wire | Mar 30, 2024

Maryland collected $203 million in license taxes during the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

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Maryland’s combined tax revenues up 23.6% in Q4 compared to same quarter of the previous year

By Maryland State Wire | Mar 29, 2024

Maryland collected $7.7 billion in combined tax revenues, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.