May 15, 2025 Paws Up! Representatives John R. Illg, Jr. (R-District 78) and R. Dewith Carrier (R-District 32) introduce House Bill 851, which will positively affect the environment and help protect wildlife by banning mass balloon releases. While balloons are often...
April 14, 2021 Update: Governor Hogan signed the bill. Paws Up!To the Maryland General Assembly for voting favorably to ban mass balloon releases. Balloons are used by many to signify celebrations in life, such as a job promotion or a birthday. Sadly, these colorful,...