From John Paff: Today, May 31st 2011, is the first deadline to submit signatures to bring Senate Bill 167 to referendum. SB167 would grant “In-State Tuition” to illegal immigrants. This bill will raise tuition costs for Maryland’s children and it will cost the citizens of Maryland nearly $4million per year. While other states are forcing […]
Republican Delegates Criticize Gov. O’Malley Signing of Maryland Dream Act; “Taxpayers are Wasting Millions Educating Someone Who Cannot and Will Not Be Hired Legally”
From the office of Del. Pat McDonough: MD PETITIONS’ LEADERS CRITICIZE O’MALLEY SIGNING OF MARYLAND “DREAM ACT” With the stroke of a pen, Governor O’Malley demonstrated his lack of respect for the Constitution, federal law, Maryland taxpayers and simple fairness. By signing the so-called “Maryland Dream Act,” O’Malley has indicated his support for a law […]
Controversial Grading Proposal Nixed by Harford Schools Superintendent Tomback
Plans for a controversial new grading and reporting system in Harford County Public Schools were sidelined by Superintendent Robert Tomback at a school board meeting held June 14, 2010 in Bel Air. Dr. Tomback said he would ask for a re-examination of the plan by his newly appointed Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment […]
Tea Party-Fueled Petition Seeks Decrease In Harford Tax Rate
Organizers of the well-attended Bel Air and Havre de Grace Tax Day protests are soliciting support for a reduced tax rate in Harford County by way of an email and petition, which have recently been circulating. A copy was provided to The Dagger: