State Roundup: Maryland, jurisdictions could get $6.4 billion in federal stimulus funds
The view of the Maryland Senate chamber from the desk of Majority Leader Nancy King. From King s Facebook page
VAN HOLLEN: HOW STIMULUS WILL AID MARYLAND:: U.S. Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) Friday criticized the Hogan administration’s rollout of coronavirus vaccines, saying the state needs to do more to make vaccines more accessible in underserved communities. Bryan Renbaum of Maryland Reporter interviews the senator, focusing on how the $1.9 trillion stimulus package that President Joe Biden recently signed into law might help Marylanders.
Sen. Ben Cardin and Van Hollen estimate that Maryland and its local jurisdictions will receive a total of nearly $6.4 billion, with the state getting $3.9 billion, the counties getting $1.2 billion and municipalities getting $1.1 billion, Adam Pagnucco of Seventh State reports.
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Some arguing the nationwide shortage of paper and reusable bags could be a burden to businesses.
“So, the shortage means that retailers can’t get the bags, if they can get the bags they are extraordinarily expensive,” Delegate Christopher Adams, said.
If the bill is passed, businesses would replace thin plastic bags at the checkout counter with paper or reusable.
The Communications and public Affairs Manager for ACME Markets said plastic bags are cheaper and are able to be manufactured a little easier.
“You may see paper bags not be as readily available as they used to be, you may also see a charge, a small charge or fee to help defray some of that extra costs,” Ward said.