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9/15/2020
Today Maryland PIRG and Environment Maryland sent a letter to Gov. Hogan, Secretary Slater, and Administrator Quinn in opposition newly proposed cuts to transit funding.
9/9/2020
Wondering if it’s safe to seek out care now? Here are three health care appointments you shouldn’t delay.
9/3/2020
As parents and students make trips across the country to return to college, you are probably wondering how to do so safely during the COVID-19 pandemic. This guide will outline some of the safer options.
9/3/2020
Congress must reject demands from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce to use the pandemic as cover to achieve one of their long-standing goals: making it nearly impossible for workers and consumers to hold companies accountable when they fail to use reasonable care to keep their operations safe. When America does return to work consumers and workers must have peace of mind that businesses are taking reasonable steps to protect them. The bottom line is that when nobody is accountable, nobody is safe. Congress must enact an additional Covid relief package to help struggling consumers, but shouldn't include the Chamber's corporate lawsuit immunity demand, which Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (KY) continues to include in his latest proposed pandemic package.
9/3/2020
Good news: You may still be able to request a forbearance because of COVID-19
9/3/2020
If the COVID-19 pandemic affects your ability to pay, here’s what you need to know
9/3/2020
The COVID-19 pandemic presents a whole new situation for college students. This guide outlines items that students should pack when they return to campus.
9/2/2020
1 in 4 vehicles have an unrepaired recall
9/2/2020
Buying a refurbished computer can save money and cut waste. It might also be a key strategy in addressing the digital divide
8/31/2020
More Americans than ever are relying on hand sanitizers to keep ourselves and our families healthy, given the global pandemic. But some hand sanitizers are putting our health in danger.