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Sen. William Smith, Judicial Proceedings Committee chair, during the last Senate session of the Maryland General Assembly. (Kim Hairston/Staff)

Sen. Will Smith: Sins of the past remind us we need to reform the present | GUEST COMMENTARY

July 23, 2025 at 12:37 p.m.

Maryland State Senator Will Smith writes that the rediscovery of unmarked graves at a reform school for Black children are a reminder of the need to fight today's injustices.

Some lawmakers believe Maryland background checks to purchase a gun should be extended from seven to 30 days.

Maryland needs to close ‘Charleston’ gun loophole | COMMENTARY

July 31, 2020 at 6:00 a.m.

For decades the Maryland General Assembly has been a leader in passing common-sense gun safety legislation. Through the hard work of dedicated lawmakers and tireless gun safety advocates, our state...

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