FREDERICKSBURG, Virginia, April 5 -- The American Traffic Safety Services Association issued the following news release: The horrific tragedy that killed six roadway workers near Baltimore, Md., in March 2023 illustrates the critical importance of driving responsibly when approaching work zones. That incident and the six people killed--Carlos Orlando Villatoro Escobar, Jose Armando Escobar, Rolando Ruiz, Mahlon Simmons II, Mahlon Simmons III and Sybil Lee Dimaggio--will be remembered at the na  more

MOUNT RAINIER, Maryland, April 5 -- The Alliance of Nurses for Healthy Environment issued the following news release: Inside Climate News did a great Q&A with ANHE Member and Nurse Leader, Barb Sattler, RN, DrPH, FAAN. Read the full article here (https://insideclimatenews.org/news/12032024/barbara-sattler-climate-change-as-medical-emergency/). "Barbara Sattler is on a mission to transform the way nurses, physicians and the general public think about threats to health. For Sattler, a registered  more

BETHESDA, Maryland, April 5 -- The American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry issued the following agency statement on April 4, 2024: * * * We are thrilled to announce the distinguished recipients of the 2024 AAGP Awards and the newly appointed Fellows. These individuals have showcased exceptional dedication and contributions to the field of geriatric psychiatry. Join us in congratulating them! 2024 Award winners: 1. AAGP Distinguished Scientist Award: - Eric Lenze, MD 2. AAGP Barry Leb  more

WASHINGTON, April 5 -- The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids issued the following statement on April 4, 2024, by President and CEO Yolonda C. Richardson: * * * The Maryland General Assembly has delivered a big win for kids and health by agreeing on a state budget that includes a $1.25 per pack increase in the state cigarette tax. The budget also increases taxes on other tobacco products, including e-cigarettes. The evidence is clear that increasing the price of cigarettes and other tobacco produc  more

ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, April 5 -- The Maryland Public Interest Research Group issued the following news release: The Maryland General Assembly finalized legislation to mitigate and monitor PFAS discharge from large industrial users in bipartisan votes in the House of Delegates and State Senate. The bill (SB956/HB1153), sponsored by Sen. Hester and Del. Love, directs the Maryland Department of Environment to work with wastewater treatment plants to identify and require the testing and monitoring o  more

HERNDON, Virginia, April 4 -- The RV Industry Association issued the following news on April 3, 2024: On April 3rd, 2024, the Maryland General Assembly passed legislation HB 605 to create an RV-specific franchise law which governs the manufacturer-dealer relationship for RVs. The bill now heads to Maryland Governor Wes Moore for his signature. Passage of the bill was possible thanks to the leadership of Delegate Dana Stein (Baltimore) and Senator Mike McKay (Allegany, Garrett, & Washington). "  more

CHEVY CHASE, Maryland, April 4 (TNSres) -- The American Society of Addiction Medicine issued the following ASAM Weekly news roundup on April 3, 2024: This Week in the ASAM Weekly If you'll be at ASAM's 55th Annual Conference (https://email.asam.org/t/t-l-etyduhy-l-j/?_gl=1*22t8g5*_ga*MjEwMDc2ODIxMC4xNzA5ODAzMjUx*_ga_SRVJ8V0QZQ*MTcxMjIyMjEzOC4xMy4xLjE3MTIyMjIxNDkuNDkuMC4w) this week, we've got several publications to keep you busy while you travel, in-between presentations, or while you're wait  more

SILVER SPRING, Maryland, April 4 -- Vietnam Veterans of America issued the following news release: "On behalf of Vietnam Veterans of America, I am pleased to announce that James L. McCormick II, U.S. Army (Ret.), has joined our team as VVA's Director of Government Affairs," said Jack McManus, VVA National President. "We are fortunate to have James join our VVA family," noted McManus. "McCormick, a native of West Virginia native, is the son of a Vietnam veteran who has continued in his family's   more