Senate Committee Hears Heated Testimony on Bill Letting Grocery Stores Sell Beer and Wine The Senate Finance Committee held a lengthy hearing on SB75, a bill that would allow qualifying grocery stores to acquire limited beer-and-wine licenses after offering to buy nearby packaged‑goods licenses. Supporters said the change will modernize retail and expand food access; opponents said it threatens small family‑owned liquor stores, local suppliers and community safety.

Senate Bill 75 could transform Maryland's grocery landscape by allowing supermarkets to sell beer and wine, but it raises fierce debates over the future of small, family-owned liquor stores.

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Maryland delegates introduce Organized Retail Theft Act to combat retail crime Delegates propose bill allowing prosecution of organized theft across multiple counties in Maryland.

Maryland is stepping up to fight organized retail theft with a new bill that could change the game for local businesses and law enforcement alike.

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Maryland Senate advances Organized Retail Theft Act to combat rising crime wave Maryland lawmakers address rising organized retail theft with new legislation to enhance prosecution efforts.

Maryland lawmakers are taking a stand against the surge in organized retail theft and exploitation of vulnerable individuals with groundbreaking new legislation.

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Maryland lawmakers push Organized Retail Theft Act to combat rising crime and protect businesses Maryland lawmakers push for Organized Retail Theft Act to combat rising crime affecting businesses.

Maryland lawmakers are taking a stand against organized retail theft, which has cost businesses a staggering $1.4 billion, as they push for urgent legislation to protect local stores and employees.

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