Gov. O’Malley to Forge Ahead with Fracking in Maryland, Despite Calls for Ban

EcoWatch: Leaders in the Maryland Legislature rejected a bill last session that would have placed a ban on fracking in the state, seemingly supporting Gov. O’Malley (D-MD) in whatever plan he unveils for Maryland. The governor, in turn, has appropriated taxpayer money to conduct several studies to determine whether or not the long-term effects of fracking would be too detrimental to public health and the environment. In fact, Gov. O’Malley has been telling anti-fracking advocates that the Old Line State......

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