From Del. Mary Ann Lisanti: Upcoming Roundtable Discussions with U.S. Senator Ben Cardin & Delegate Mary Ann Lisanti A Day in Harford and Cecil Counties Hosted by: U.S. Senator Ben Cardin & Delegate Mary Ann Lisanti You’re cordially invited to attend three separate open forums where you will have the opportunity to speak directly with […]
Rep. Harris: “Designation of the Bay as a Critical Habitat for the Sturgeon is an Unnecessary and Burdensome Regulation”
From Congressman Andy Harris: House Committee Approves Harris Chesapeake Bay Amendment On July 13, the House Appropriations Committee adopted an amendment introduced by Congressman Andy Harris (MD-01) to the Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill for Fiscal Year 2018. This amendment prohibits the use of funds to implement or enforce the designation of […]
Sen. Jennings: New Maryland Laws Fund Planned Parenthood, Give Tax Breaks to Hometown Heroes, Protect Bees
From State Sen. J.B. Jennings: July 4th Festivities July 4th is one of my favorite holidays for a couple of reasons. Not only does it celebrate our independence, which is something we must never take for granted, it’s also a day that brings people from all walks of life together and unifies us as fellow […]
Rep. Harris Applauds Passage of Kate’s Law and No Sanctuary for Criminals Act
From Congressman Andy Harris: On June 29, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 3003, the No Sanctuary for Criminals Act, and H.R. 3004, Kate’s Law. These bills will improve public safety by combating dangerous sanctuary city policies and strengthening penalties for deported criminal immigrants who re-enter the United States. Congressman Andy Harris (MD-01) issued the […]
Rep. Harris Introduces Legislation Honoring Frederick Douglass
From Congressman Andy Harris: On June 21, Congressman Andy Harris (MD-01) in conjunction with Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton (DC-At large) introduced H.R. 2989, the Frederick Douglass Bicentennial Commission Act. This legislation will establish a commission to study and recommend to Congress activities that are fitting to commemorate the bicentennial anniversary of Frederick Douglass’ birth. Congressman […]
Rep. Harris Applauds Supreme Court Decision to Allow Travel Restrictions
From Congressman Andy Harris: On June 26, the United States Supreme Court announced its plan to consider a case on the President’s authority over immigration. The Supreme Court also unanimously decided today to partially enact President Trump’s Executive Order Protecting The Nation From Foreign Terrorist Entry Into The United States. Congressman Andy Harris (MD-01) issued […]
Salvatore: Rep. Harris’ Vote Could Determine if Horse Slaughter Plants Return to America
From Jean Salvatore: In just a few weeks, the U.S. House Appropriations Committee, which includes our U.S. representative, Andy Harris, will vote on an annual amendment to ban horse slaughter plants from re-opening in our country. Congressman Harris’s vote could determine whether or not this disturbing business returns to the U.S. Horse slaughter is not […]
Rep. Harris: The U.S. Will Not Support Human Rights Violations in Cuba
From Congressman Andy Harris: Last week, President Trump announced plans to revise components of former President Obama’s opening to Cuba. Congressman Andy Harris (MD-01) released the following statement expressing support for the change in policy: “President Trump continues to deliver on his campaign promises. The Cuban government is a military dictatorship guilty of gross human […]