ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) -- Maryland lawmakers have passed changes to new stormwater regulations that were sought by developers but criticized by environmental groups.
The changes allow local governments to grant waivers for projects already under review but unable to get approval by the May 4 deadline. The vote Tuesday by the joint Senate and House committee means the emergency regulations go into effect immediately and eliminates the need for the Senate to pass a bill House lawmakers had already passed.
Builders had complained the new tougher regulations set to take effect in May would harm their industry while environmentalists say they are needed to restore the Chesapeake. Opponents and supporters packed a hearing room in Annapolis presenting hours of testimony before the vote Tuesday afternoon.
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Even with this it is said that Mayor Ireton does not want to grant any waivers. He is truly showing his ultra liberal colors. Thank you Mr. Ireton for taking your personal agenda over what is best for the local economy. You don’t have to worry about my vote next election.
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Joe are you allowed to vote not being a resident?
ReplyDeleteIreton has done one good thing, he kept Gary Comegys from becoming mayor. Other than that, he is a great disappointment to many of us that voted for him.
ReplyDeleteGood for Mayor Ireton.
ReplyDelete12:27 you must be kidding. Without the little growth we have going on right now we are doomed. You Obamabots don't have a clue.
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