January 16th, 2017 by WCBC Radio

Environmental issues are at the front and center as the 2017 session of the Maryland General Assembly begins its first full week. Fracking remains a hot button issue with legislators are expected to take a new look at whether to extend the moratorium or even ban fracking altogether. The idea of a ban or extending the moratorium is unanimously opposed by the District One Delegation which is on record as supporting fracking.  Delegate Wendell Beitzel, who represents Garrett County, said he is expecting a fight…