Press Releases
May 17, 2016
For a century, the American Federation of Teachers has been working to support the hardworking men and women who have dedicated their careers to educating the next generation of Americans.
Issues:
Education
May 16, 2016
I am pleased that the U.S. Department of Education has invited the College of Southern Maryland to participate in this important pilot program.
Issues:
Education
May 13, 2016
I rise in support of this legislation, which I'm proud to co-sponsor with my friend the Majority Leader, Mr. [Kevin] McCarthy from California.
Issues:
Health Care & Seniors
May 11, 2016
This new accelerated maintenance plan must be part of that systemic reform, and must deliver improved safety and reliability for the riders who are rapidly losing confidence in the system.
May 10, 2016
Today's announcement by Metro General Manager Paul Wiedefeld is a step in the right direction toward improving the Metro system.
May 3, 2016
Today's NTSB hearing on the final report for the L'Enfant Plaza station accident confirms that Metro has not prioritized the safety of its riders, including many from Maryland's Fifth District, in its response to this fatal accident.
May 3, 2016
I'm proud to celebrate Piscataway Hills Day and mark a new beginning for this community after the devastating slope failure two years ago.
Issues:
Environment
May 3, 2016
I was pleased to visit MGM National Harbor today to meet with executives, greet employees, and tour the construction site.
Issues:
Jobs & the Economy
May 3, 2016
I was pleased to visit this state-of-the-art facility today that provides Metro Transit Police with an integrated security system which includes constant camera monitoring of Metro's 91 rail stations, police radio communications, and fire alarms.
April 28, 2016
I was honored to join more than 300 Southern Maryland alumni members of Morgan State University tonight and thank them for their contributions to our communities and for providing scholarships to students to attend their alma mater.
Issues:
Education