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I am disappointed that House Republicans passed legislation today that would undermine protections for VA employees, including eliminating their constitutional due process protections and the VA's ability to recruit and retain top talent for their workforce.

I was excited to be a part of today's event to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act and full community membership for all.

The ADA has since been recognized as one of the most important civil rights victories in our nation's history, ending generations of exclusion and dependency for tens of millions of Americans with differing abilities and opening doors of opportunity to the workplace, marketplace, schools, and public transportation.

Today's announcement that Noridian Healthcare Solutions LLC will have to repay Maryland $45 million for the role it played in the failed launch of Maryland's health insurance marketplace during the first enrollment period in 2013 is a first step in the right direction.

I am pleased to announce this grant funding that will provide critical services to the University of Maryland, Bowie State, and Prince George's Community College where many Fifth District students attend school.

This field forum explores a very important topic that affects the tens of millions of Americans who live along our nation's coasts and waterways.

I am proud to represent thousands of civilian defense employees who work in the Fifth District at Patuxent River Naval Air Station, Webster Field and Indian Head Naval Surface Warfare Center.