Press Releases

I was saddened to learn of the passing of Barbara, who selflessly served the people of Calvert County and the state of Maryland for many years.

Madam Speaker, I rise in support of the Raise the Wage Act because we need to raise wages for working people and our middle class.

Madam Speaker, all of us who serve in this House are deeply indebted to our hardworking staff who enable to serve our constituents and meet the rigorous demands of this job.

Today Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) and Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) led a bicameral letter to U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Sonny Perdue about the proposed relocation of the USDA’s Economic Research Service (ERS) and National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA).

This resolution is not about partisanship; it is about prejudice and the necessity to confront it.

This afternoon, I was called to preside over the House after Ranking Member Collins and Republican Members chose to play games with the rules rather than allow an honest debate over the racist words used by President Trump.

I’m pleased that the House passed the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 today, which will strengthen our national security and support the men and women who serve our nation.

There are moms and ladies who are very lucky to have [Rep.] Alma Adams and [Rep.] Lauren Underwood in their corner pumping this issue, focusing on this issue, and fighting for them.