Press Releases
March 9, 2015
This is my tenth visit with John Lewis, and it moves me every time I come here. I also want to recognize three Civil Rights heroes who are with us this weekend: Bettie Mae Fikes, Bob Zellner, and Dorothy Cotton.
March 9, 2015
I was honored to attend the pilgrimage this weekend for the tenth time with my colleagues and friend, Congressman John Lewis, who was a leader in the Bloody Sunday march.
March 4, 2015
For sixteen years, Colleen Kelley has provided NTEU with principled and skilled leadership, and I join in thanking her for her service to federal employees and to our country.
Issues:
Federal Employees
March 4, 2015
As we observe Women's History Month, we have an opportunity to learn from and be inspired by women from across our country and throughout our history who fought for justice, equal rights, and opportunities for all.
March 3, 2015
This means that over approximately 230,000 people, who we ask daily to work for the federal government on behalf of America's security and the safety of our people, will have the assurance for the next seven months that they will have a funding stream and the resources to allow them to protect our country.
March 2, 2015
The Congressional Art Competition offers the young artists of Maryland's Fifth District the opportunity to showcase their creativity in our nation's capitol.
Issues:
Education
March 2, 2015
For nearly four decades as a Member of the United States Congress, Barbara Mikulski has been Maryland's untiring fighter for justice and opportunity and a trailblazer for breaking down barriers.
March 1, 2015
Tonight I voted for a seven-day continuing resolution to keep the Department of Homeland Security open to allow time for the House to pass the Senate's full-year funding bill next week.
February 26, 2015
I am honored to have received a high rating from the League of Conservation Voters on their 2014 environmental scorecard.
Issues:
Environment
February 25, 2015
Mr. Speaker, we are approaching the eleventh hour, and the House has not yet been given the opportunity to vote on a bill that essentially was agreed to by the Republican Appropriations Committee – and reported to this Floor….
Issues:
National Security & Veterans