The Maryland General Assembly is making good on its promise to fund Planned Parenthood even if the federal government doesn’t.
A bill is now headed to Governor Larry Hogan’s desk after the Trump Administration triggered a call to arms from Maryland Democrats. It provides nearly $3 million to the healthcare nonprofit should federal funds be cut.
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Defense of Planned Parenthood was a key element in the Women’s March in January. It triggered a call to arms from Maryland Democrats.
“The State is going to stand up to Donald Trump, I promise you that,” said Democratic Speaker of House of Delegates Mike Busch.
The General Assembly finalized its bill Tuesday.
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