The Democratic Congressional delegation from Maryland and several Maryland senators are calling on Gov. Larry Hogan (R) to reverse his decision to end the extra federal unemployment benefits by July 3.
Wednesday marks one year since the coronavirus pandemic caused shutdowns across the country.|| Coronavirus updates | Maryland s latest numbers | Get tested | Vaccine Info ||One year later, some Maryland jurisdictions are about to ease restrictions put in place to slow the spread of the virus.It seems that Gov. Larry Hogan s announcement on relaxing a number of coronavirus restrictions around the state is receiving mixed reactions from leaders in jurisdictions around the state. Some said they will follow the state s lead, others are still trying to figure things out.“The lifting of these restrictions is a prudent positive step in the right direction,” Hogan said on Tuesday.Hogan announced that he is lifting all capacity limits on a number of businesses, including restaurants, retailers, houses of worship, personal services and fitness centers. He is allowing 50% capacity at large entertainment indoor and outdoor venues, as well as banquet facilities.“We know that we have so