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Sept. 2, 2021
Letter to Deb Haaland, Secretary of the Interior - Van Hollen, Colleagues Urge Biden Administration to Curb Plastic Pollution at National Parks
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 16, 2021
Van Hollen, Green New Deal Co-Sponsors: Republican Bad-Faith Amendment Meant To Politicize Climate Action Right When We Need It Most
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Aug. 12, 2021
Tweet - "I'm glad to join in announcing $93 million to fight climate change in MD. As we see an uptick in extreme weather-related emergencies, this new funding will ensure our communities can withstand and mitigate the impacts of climate change."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 12, 2021
Mfume, Maryland Delegation Announces $93 Million to Fight Climate Change As Landmark Report Warns of Devastating Global Impacts
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 12, 2021
Tweet - "I'm glad to join in announcing $93 million to fight climate change in MD. As we see an uptick in extreme weather-related emergencies, this new funding will ensure our communities can withstand and mitigate the impacts of climate change."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 11, 2021
Van Hollen Statement On Senate Passage Of The Build Back Better Budget Resolution
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Aug. 11, 2021
Maryland Delegation Announces $93 Million to Fight Climate Change As Landmark Report Warns of Devastating Global Impacts
Rep. Jamie Raskin
Aug. 11, 2021
Maryland Delegation Announces $93 Million to Fight Climate Change As Landmark Report Warns of Devastating Global Impacts
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 11, 2021
Maryland Delegation Announces $93 Million to Fight Climate Change as Landmark Report Warns of Devastating Global Impacts
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Aug. 11, 2021
Maryland Delegation Announces $93 Million to Fight Climate Change As Landmark Report Warns of Devastating Global Impacts
Rep. Steny Hoyer, ...
Aug. 11, 2021
Maryland Delegation Announces $93 Million to Fight Climate Change As Landmark Report Warns of Devastating Global Impacts
Rep. Kweisi Mfume, ...
Aug. 11, 2021
Tweet - "This report of PFAS contamination at military installations near the Chesapeake Bay is very concerning. The House passed the PFAS Action Act last month to protect our families against harmful PFAS chemicals. I urge the Senate to send this bill to the President's desk."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 10, 2021
VAN HOLLEN STATEMENT ON SENATE PASSAGE OF THE BIPARTISAN INFRASTRUCTURE BILL
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Aug. 9, 2021
Van Hollen, Senate Budget Democrats Release Framework To Invest In American Workers, Families
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Aug. 4, 2021
Van Hollen Leads Senate Democrats In Announcing New Legislation To Make Polluters Pay For Climate Damage
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Aug. 4, 2021
Van Hollen Announces Nearly $700 Million In Funding For Maryland Projects, Passed Out Of Key Senate Committee
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Aug. 3, 2021
Harris Announces Funding for Ocean City Beach Replenishment
Rep. Andy Harris
Aug. 2, 2021
Van Hollen Secures Maryland Wins In Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Aug. 2, 2021
Letter to John Morton, Climate Counselor for Department of the Treasury - Gillibrand Calls On The Department Of The Treasury To Implement Bold Economic Policies To Combat The Climate Crisis
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 29, 2021
Hoyer Celebrates House Passage of Appropriations Package for Fifth District Families
Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 28, 2021
Senators Van Hollen, Markey, Carper, Whitehouse, Cardin Reintroduce Legislation To Magnify Offshore Wind Workforce Training
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
July 27, 2021
Letter to Hon. Michael S. Regan, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Matsui And Colleagues Urge Epa To Reinstate Waiver For California's Clean Car Standards
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
July 21, 2021
Pfas Action Act of 2021
Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 21, 2021
At Hearing, Chairwoman Maloney Vows to Advance Environmental Justice as Key Committee Priority
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
July 20, 2021
Tweet - "During my weekly press conference, I told reporters that the House has a busy work period ahead. Bills relating to consumer protection, drinking water safety, & fulfilling our obligations to our Afghan allies are on the Floor this week & we will consider appropriations next week."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 20, 2021
Van Hollen, Markey, Dingell Applaud Inclusion of the Clean Energy Accelerator in Senate Democrats' Budget Framework
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
July 20, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House and the Hon. Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader - Urging Creation of Civilian Climate Corps
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 16, 2021
Van Hollen, Cardin, Trone Announce New Bill to Keep National Park Service Historic Preservation Training Center in Frederick
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
July 16, 2021
Van Hollen, Cardin, Trone Announce New Bill to Keep National Park Service Historic Preservation Training Center in Frederick
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
July 15, 2021
Van Hollen, Cardin, Harris Announce Over $500,000 to Improve Wastewater Infrastructure in Queen Anne's County
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
July 13, 2021
Van Hollen, Cardin, Trone Announce $575,000 to Upgrade Wastewater Infrastructure in Garrett County
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
July 13, 2021
Van Hollen, Senate Budget Democrats Announce Framework to Invest in American Workers, Families
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
July 7, 2021
Van Hollen, Cardin Make First Requests to Appropriators for Maryland Community Projects
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
July 1, 2021
Van Hollen, Cardin, Sarbanes, Scott Urge EPA to Restore Critical Chesapeake Bay Protections Gutted by Trump
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
June 29, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Lloyd J. Austin, Secretary of the Department of Defense, the Hon. Denis McDonough, Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and the Hon. Tom Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture - McGovern, Reschenthaler Lead Bipartisan Effort Urging Departments of Defense, Veterans Affairs, and Agriculture to Address Food Insecurity Among Military Families
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
June 28, 2021
Prince George's County Delegation Members Announce More Than $5 Million for Electric Buses
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
June 24, 2021
Letter to Hon. Charles Schumer, Majority Leader of the U.S. Senate - Bennet Joins Colleagues in Calling for Investments in Natural Infrastructure Restoration, Resilience in American Jobs Plan
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 23, 2021
Tweet - "I've been proud to secure funding to restore the health of the Chesapeake Bay & its tributaries against environmental threats. Though the Bay's water quality has improved, we must pass the #AmericanJobsPlan to provide robust investments in water infrastructure for Maryland."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 22, 2021
Van Hollen, Cardin Lead Watershed-Wide Push to Increase Funding for Chesapeake Bay Restoration
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
June 15, 2021
Tweet - "Glad that California-Lexington Park metro area was named one of our nation's top small cities for ENERGY STAR certified buildings by @EPA. I'm proud our region is making strides to use less energy and reduce carbon dioxide emissions."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 15, 2021
Hoyer Testimony On Legislation To Designate A Southern Maryland National Heritage Area
Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 15, 2021
Tweet - "I thank @RepJoeNeguse for holding a hearing today on H.R. 2024, a bill I introduced to establish a Southern Maryland National Heritage Area. This legislation would preserve natural landscapes, contribute to a cleaner environment, & grow our economy."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 11, 2021
Harris Critical of Biden Re-establishing WOTUS Rule
Rep. Andy Harris
June 9, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Bonamici, Merkley, Lowenthal, Lead Bicameral Effort to Push Biden Administration to Tackle Explosion of Plastic Pollution at G7 Summit
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 9, 2021
Letter to Hon. Joe Biden, President of the US - Lowenthal, Merkley, Bonamici Lead Bicameral Effort to Push Biden Administration to Tackle Explosion of Plastic Pollution at G7 Summit
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 4, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Thomas J. Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture - Wicker, Coons, Bipartisan Lawmakers Push For Expedited Relief For Chicken Growers
Rep. Andy Harris, ...
May 28, 2021
Hoyer Statement on President Biden's Fiscal Year 2022 Budget Proposal
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 25, 2021
Van Hollen, Warner Introduce Bicameral, Bipartisan Bill to Assist Chesapeake Bay Restoration Efforts
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
May 24, 2021
Tweet - "I was proud to help lead efforts to reform the #StaffordAct & help communities rebuild stronger from natural disasters. I applaud @POTUS for his announcement that $1B will be invested in climate resilience & pre-disaster mitigation to keep Americans safe."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 20, 2021
Van Hollen, Welch Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Cut Energy Costs for Homeowners, Invest in Clean Energy Jobs & Technology
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Date
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Politician
Sept. 2, 2021
Letter to Deb Haaland, Secretary of the Interior - Van Hollen, Colleagues Urge Biden Administration to Curb Plastic Pollution at National Parks
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 16, 2021
Van Hollen, Green New Deal Co-Sponsors: Republican Bad-Faith Amendment Meant To Politicize Climate Action Right When We Need It Most
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Aug. 12, 2021
Tweet - "I'm glad to join in announcing $93 million to fight climate change in MD. As we see an uptick in extreme weather-related emergencies, this new funding will ensure our communities can withstand and mitigate the impacts of climate change."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 12, 2021
Mfume, Maryland Delegation Announces $93 Million to Fight Climate Change As Landmark Report Warns of Devastating Global Impacts
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Aug. 12, 2021
Tweet - "I'm glad to join in announcing $93 million to fight climate change in MD. As we see an uptick in extreme weather-related emergencies, this new funding will ensure our communities can withstand and mitigate the impacts of climate change."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 11, 2021
Van Hollen Statement On Senate Passage Of The Build Back Better Budget Resolution
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Aug. 11, 2021
Maryland Delegation Announces $93 Million to Fight Climate Change As Landmark Report Warns of Devastating Global Impacts
Rep.Jamie Raskin
Aug. 11, 2021
Maryland Delegation Announces $93 Million to Fight Climate Change As Landmark Report Warns of Devastating Global Impacts
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 11, 2021
Maryland Delegation Announces $93 Million to Fight Climate Change as Landmark Report Warns of Devastating Global Impacts
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Aug. 11, 2021
Maryland Delegation Announces $93 Million to Fight Climate Change As Landmark Report Warns of Devastating Global Impacts
Rep.Steny Hoyer, ...
Aug. 11, 2021
Maryland Delegation Announces $93 Million to Fight Climate Change As Landmark Report Warns of Devastating Global Impacts
Rep.Kweisi Mfume, ...
Aug. 11, 2021
Tweet - "This report of PFAS contamination at military installations near the Chesapeake Bay is very concerning. The House passed the PFAS Action Act last month to protect our families against harmful PFAS chemicals. I urge the Senate to send this bill to the President's desk."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 10, 2021
VAN HOLLEN STATEMENT ON SENATE PASSAGE OF THE BIPARTISAN INFRASTRUCTURE BILL
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Aug. 9, 2021
Van Hollen, Senate Budget Democrats Release Framework To Invest In American Workers, Families
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Aug. 4, 2021
Van Hollen Leads Senate Democrats In Announcing New Legislation To Make Polluters Pay For Climate Damage
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Aug. 4, 2021
Van Hollen Announces Nearly $700 Million In Funding For Maryland Projects, Passed Out Of Key Senate Committee
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Aug. 3, 2021
Harris Announces Funding for Ocean City Beach Replenishment
Rep.Andy Harris
Aug. 2, 2021
Van Hollen Secures Maryland Wins In Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Aug. 2, 2021
Letter to John Morton, Climate Counselor for Department of the Treasury - Gillibrand Calls On The Department Of The Treasury To Implement Bold Economic Policies To Combat The Climate Crisis
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 29, 2021
Hoyer Celebrates House Passage of Appropriations Package for Fifth District Families
Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 28, 2021
Senators Van Hollen, Markey, Carper, Whitehouse, Cardin Reintroduce Legislation To Magnify Offshore Wind Workforce Training
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
July 27, 2021
Letter to Hon. Michael S. Regan, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Matsui And Colleagues Urge Epa To Reinstate Waiver For California's Clean Car Standards
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
July 21, 2021
Pfas Action Act of 2021
Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 21, 2021
At Hearing, Chairwoman Maloney Vows to Advance Environmental Justice as Key Committee Priority
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
July 20, 2021
Tweet - "During my weekly press conference, I told reporters that the House has a busy work period ahead. Bills relating to consumer protection, drinking water safety, & fulfilling our obligations to our Afghan allies are on the Floor this week & we will consider appropriations next week."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 20, 2021
Van Hollen, Markey, Dingell Applaud Inclusion of the Clean Energy Accelerator in Senate Democrats' Budget Framework
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
July 20, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House and the Hon. Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader - Urging Creation of Civilian Climate Corps
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 16, 2021
Van Hollen, Cardin, Trone Announce New Bill to Keep National Park Service Historic Preservation Training Center in Frederick
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
July 16, 2021
Van Hollen, Cardin, Trone Announce New Bill to Keep National Park Service Historic Preservation Training Center in Frederick
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
July 15, 2021
Van Hollen, Cardin, Harris Announce Over $500,000 to Improve Wastewater Infrastructure in Queen Anne's County
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
July 13, 2021
Van Hollen, Cardin, Trone Announce $575,000 to Upgrade Wastewater Infrastructure in Garrett County
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
July 13, 2021
Van Hollen, Senate Budget Democrats Announce Framework to Invest in American Workers, Families
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
July 7, 2021
Van Hollen, Cardin Make First Requests to Appropriators for Maryland Community Projects
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
July 1, 2021
Van Hollen, Cardin, Sarbanes, Scott Urge EPA to Restore Critical Chesapeake Bay Protections Gutted by Trump
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
June 29, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Lloyd J. Austin, Secretary of the Department of Defense, the Hon. Denis McDonough, Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and the Hon. Tom Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture - McGovern, Reschenthaler Lead Bipartisan Effort Urging Departments of Defense, Veterans Affairs, and Agriculture to Address Food Insecurity Among Military Families
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
June 28, 2021
Prince George's County Delegation Members Announce More Than $5 Million for Electric Buses
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
June 24, 2021
Letter to Hon. Charles Schumer, Majority Leader of the U.S. Senate - Bennet Joins Colleagues in Calling for Investments in Natural Infrastructure Restoration, Resilience in American Jobs Plan
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 23, 2021
Tweet - "I've been proud to secure funding to restore the health of the Chesapeake Bay & its tributaries against environmental threats. Though the Bay's water quality has improved, we must pass the #AmericanJobsPlan to provide robust investments in water infrastructure for Maryland."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 22, 2021
Van Hollen, Cardin Lead Watershed-Wide Push to Increase Funding for Chesapeake Bay Restoration
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
June 15, 2021
Tweet - "Glad that California-Lexington Park metro area was named one of our nation's top small cities for ENERGY STAR certified buildings by @EPA. I'm proud our region is making strides to use less energy and reduce carbon dioxide emissions."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 15, 2021
Hoyer Testimony On Legislation To Designate A Southern Maryland National Heritage Area
Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 15, 2021
Tweet - "I thank @RepJoeNeguse for holding a hearing today on H.R. 2024, a bill I introduced to establish a Southern Maryland National Heritage Area. This legislation would preserve natural landscapes, contribute to a cleaner environment, & grow our economy."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 11, 2021
Harris Critical of Biden Re-establishing WOTUS Rule
Rep.Andy Harris
June 9, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Bonamici, Merkley, Lowenthal, Lead Bicameral Effort to Push Biden Administration to Tackle Explosion of Plastic Pollution at G7 Summit
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 9, 2021
Letter to Hon. Joe Biden, President of the US - Lowenthal, Merkley, Bonamici Lead Bicameral Effort to Push Biden Administration to Tackle Explosion of Plastic Pollution at G7 Summit
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
June 4, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Thomas J. Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture - Wicker, Coons, Bipartisan Lawmakers Push For Expedited Relief For Chicken Growers
Rep.Andy Harris, ...
May 28, 2021
Hoyer Statement on President Biden's Fiscal Year 2022 Budget Proposal
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 25, 2021
Van Hollen, Warner Introduce Bicameral, Bipartisan Bill to Assist Chesapeake Bay Restoration Efforts
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
May 24, 2021
Tweet - "I was proud to help lead efforts to reform the #StaffordAct & help communities rebuild stronger from natural disasters. I applaud @POTUS for his announcement that $1B will be invested in climate resilience & pre-disaster mitigation to keep Americans safe."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 20, 2021
Van Hollen, Welch Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Cut Energy Costs for Homeowners, Invest in Clean Energy Jobs & Technology
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
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