I enjoyed joining my constituents in the Fifth District today to reflect on the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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Wed, Jan 16, 2019 / Budget & Fiscal Responsibility / Federal Employees
There are 800,000 federal employees who have been shut out of working, and that impacts tens of millions of Americans.
Tue, Jan 15, 2019
Ninety years ago today, our nation was blessed with the arrival of the most consequential American of the twentieth century and one of the brightest lights in the history of our country.
Tue, Jan 15, 2019 / Federal Employees
Wanted to be sure you saw this op-ed by Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) in the Capital Gazette about the need for President Trump and Congressional Republican leaders to work with Democrats to reopen the government and put thousands of federal employees and contractors back to work.
Mon, Jan 14, 2019 / Budget & Fiscal Responsibility / Federal Employees
I appreciated speaking with President Reardon today about the negative consequences of the Trump shutdown on thousands of federal employees in the National Capital Region.
Thu, Jan 10, 2019
Throughout my career, Senate President Miller has been a close friend and confidant.
Wed, Jan 9, 2019 / Federal Employees
The government, as all of you know, is shut down.
Wed, Jan 9, 2019 / Education
I’m very pleased that the state of Maryland has again received funding through the Preschool Development Grants program.
Wed, Jan 9, 2019 / Education / Environment / Health Care & Seniors / Jobs & the Economy
As we welcome the start of a new session of the Maryland General Assembly, I encourage my colleagues in Annapolis to take action on the issues most important to families in Maryland, including lowering health care costs, taking action to protect the Chesapeake Bay and other vital resources, improving education and supporting our teachers, and expanding access to economic opportunity.
Fri, Jan 4, 2019 / Budget & Fiscal Responsibility / Federal Employees
It is outrageous that Vice President Pence and hundreds of President Trump’s political appointees will each receive a $10,000 raise while denying paychecks to 800,000 federal employees as they keep the government shut down.
Fri, Jan 4, 2019 / Budget & Fiscal Responsibility / Federal Employees
I hope we will open up government. I mean, that's really what our objective ought to be.
Fri, Jan 4, 2019 / Budget & Fiscal Responsibility / Federal Employees
Last night, the Democratic-led House passed legislation to end the Trump shutdown and reopen the government.
Thu, Jan 3, 2019 / Budget & Fiscal Responsibility / Federal Employees
I am honored to once again serve the people of Maryland's Fifth Congressional District.
Wed, Jan 2, 2019 / Budget & Fiscal Responsibility / Federal Employees
With our first votes, House Democrats – led by Members from the National Capital Region – will demonstrate our commitment to restoring support for the federal workforce in Congress.
Wed, Jan 2, 2019 / Jobs & the Economy / National Security & Veterans
I appreciated the opportunity to visit Naval Air Station Patuxent River this morning and learn more about how Congress can support the important work being done in Southern Maryland.