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I am very proud to be joining the new Bipartisan Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Caucus. HBCUs have long played a crucial role in providing high quality education that strengthens both the African American community and our country as a whole.

Mr. Speaker, when the Supreme Court ruled in 2013 to invalidate the preclearance formula in the original Voting Rights Act, it issued a challenge to Congress to pass an updated one..

There are a range of opportunities available to students who are thinking about a career in the military and I was honored to host a forum tonight for them to learn more about the service academies and military careers.

I was honored to visit with homeowners and volunteers as repairs were made to Fifth District homes today that will assist homeowners and strengthen neighborhoods and communities.

I was glad to see so many people in La Plata today for this important dialogue about community diversity.

I was saddened to learn of the tragic deaths of Dr. Warren Weinstein and Giovanni Lo Porto while they were being held as hostages by al Qaeda.

I am proud that J.C. Parks Elementary School has been recognized as a leading example in their dedication and commitment to environmental education, and I commend their efforts to make our state a cleaner and healthier place for all Marylanders.