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On December 28th, 22,900 Marylanders were suddenly cut off from receiving the assistance of emergency unemployment insurance.

Today's report by the Treasury Department shows the Small Business Lending Fund is helping to significantly improve access to capital for Maryland small businesses. Established through Make It In America legislation, the SBLF has allowed Maryland banks to increase lending by an additional $394 billion. In doing so, it has increased opportunities for our businesses to grow, expand, create jobs, and make it in America.

Thanks to the collaboration between University System of Maryland, Virginia Tech, and Rutgers University; strong federal assets, including Pax River Naval Air Station, Webster Field, NASA's Wallops Flight Facility, NASA Langley Research Center, and Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren; and support from industry partners, the region was strongly positioned for this important designation. I was pleased to work with Governors O'Malley, Christie, and McDonnell, as well as our three universities, in establishing the MOU between the three states, and I look forward to partnering as we move ahead with this initiative.

Today, I met with Secretary Smith for an update on major transportation projects in Prince George's County and Southern Maryland.

Today, I met with Secretary Smith for an update on major transportation projects in Prince George's County and Southern Maryland.

Today's report shows that the Affordable Care Act is making a significant difference for Maryland families.

Today's report shows that the Affordable Care Act is making a significant difference for Maryland families.

I'm pleased the Affordable Care Act has helped ensure consumers receive better value from their premium dollars and saved individuals and families in Maryland $143 on average this year.