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Politician
May 9, 2023
New GAO Report Reveals Underreported Taxpayer Contributions to Pharma Research
Rep. Jamie Raskin
Nov. 17, 2022
Harris Statement on the Passage of the Medical Marijuana and Cannabidiol Research Expansion Act
Rep. Andy Harris
July 27, 2022
Reps. Blumenauer, Harris, and Senators Feinstein, Grassley, and Schatz Applaud House Passage of Negotiated Bipartisan Medical Marijuana and Cannabidiol Research Expansion Act
Rep. Andy Harris, ...
July 26, 2022
Feinstein, Blumenauer, Harris, Grassley, Schatz Applaud House Passage of Negotiated Bipartisan Medical Marijuana and Cannabidiol Research Expansion Act
Rep. Andy Harris, ...
July 25, 2022
Letter to Hon. Robert M. Califf, Commissioner of the FDA - Senator Baldwin Voices Support for FDA's Proposed "Life-Saving" Ban on Menthol Cigarettes and Flavored Cigars
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 15, 2022
Maryland Delegation Members Announce $1.25 Million to Prevent Youth Drug and Substance Use Across Maryland
Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 7, 2022
Tweet - "Decriminalizing marijuana at the federal level is a matter of justice and equal opportunity -- #WeNeedMore to address the systemic inequities and disproportionate economic impacts of the war on drugs on communities of color."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 1, 2022
Tweet - "I spoke on the House Floor today about why #WeNeedMORE. This is a matter of justice -- decriminalizing marijuana at the Federal level will address systemic inequities & the disproportionate economic impact of the war on drugs on communities of color."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 10, 2022
Hoyer Statement on the Retirement of Congressman Ed Perlmutter
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 21, 2021
Van Hollen, Warren, Baldwin, Maloney Reintroduce Landmark CARE Act to Combat the Substance Use Epidemic
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 16, 2021
Baldwin, Warren, Maloney Lead More than 100 Democrats in Senate and House in Reintroducing Landmark CARE Act to Combat the Substance Use Epidemic
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 7, 2021
Letter to Hon. Chuck Schumer, Majority Leader US Senate - Keep Affordable Insulin Measures in Build Back Better Act
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Nov. 19, 2021
Van Hollen Applauds House Passage of Build Back Better Act to Create Jobs and Cut Everyday Costs for Marylanders
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Nov. 19, 2021
RASKIN STATEMENT ON PASSAGE OF THE BUILD BACK BETTER ACT
Rep. Jamie Raskin
Nov. 16, 2021
Harris Applauds Opioid Intervention Grant to Cecil County
Rep. Andy Harris
Nov. 16, 2021
MARYLAND DELEGATION ANNOUNCES MORE THAN $1.6 MILLION FOR MARYLAND'S PRESCRIPTION DRUG MONITORING PROGRAM
Rep. Steny Hoyer, ...
Sept. 29, 2021
Mfume, Maryland Delegation Announces More Than $18.2 Million to Support Community-Based Mental Health and Substance Use Recovery Services
Rep. Kweisi Mfume
Sept. 1, 2021
Hoyer Statement on National Recovery Month
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 2, 2021
Cardin, Van Hollen, Raskin, Trone Announce Nearly $2 Million in American Rescue Plan Funding to Support Mental Health and Substance Use Treatment Services
Rep. Jamie Raskin
May 19, 2021
Tweet - "Glad that MD will receive nearly $55.4 million from the #AmericanRescuePlan to expand access to mental health services and substance use disorder treatment programs. These funds will better support individuals coping with mental illness and addiction."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 19, 2021
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces Nearly $55.4 Million in American Rescue Plan Funding to Expand Mental Health Services and Combat the Opioid Epidemic
Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 19, 2021
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces Nearly $55.4 Million in American Rescue Plan Funding to Expand Mental Health Services and Combat the Opioid Epidemic
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
May 11, 2021
Tweet - "Disappointed House GOP chose partisan politics instead of helping Americans by voting against @RepDean's bill to aid those w opioid addiction. I will bring it back for a vote next week. We won't let partisan games stop us from getting our work done."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 19, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Senator Markey Leads Colleagues in Urging Fda to Ban Menthol Cigarettes
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 16, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Feinstein, Markey, Colleagues Urge FDA to Ban Menthol Cigarettes
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Feb. 18, 2021
Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Baldwin, Shaheen Lead Colleagues in Calling for Increased Opioid and Substance Use Disorder Funding in President Biden's Budget Proposal
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Feb. 18, 2021
Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Luján Joins Colleagues in Calling for Increased Opioid and Substance Use Disorder Funding in President Biden's Budget Proposal
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Feb. 11, 2021
Van Hollen Statement on Maryland General Assembly's Veto Override on The Prescription Drug Affordability Board
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Dec. 18, 2020
Bipartisan Outrage Towards Sackler Family and Purdue Pharma for Lack of Accountability in Role in Fueling Opioid Crisis
Rep. Jamie Raskin
Dec. 10, 2020
Van Hollen, Cardin, Harris Announce Nearly $1.9 Million in Federal Funding to Prevent Youth Substance Use
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Dec. 4, 2020
Hoyer Statement on House Passage of the MORE Act
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 15, 2020
Letter to Mr. Stephen J. Ubl, President and CEO of PhRMA - Senators Demand Big Pharma Allow Low-income Patients to Access Lifesaving, Discounted 340B Drugs and Care
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 1, 2020
Tweet - "The opioid crisis continues to impact communities and families throughout #MD05. I'm pleased that over $4.5 million was awarded to the state of Maryland to combat this crisis and help those struggling with addiction."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 1, 2020
Maryland Delegation Members Applaud $4.5 Million in Federal Funding to Combat Opioid Crisis
Rep. Andy Harris, ...
Aug. 7, 2020
Van Hollen, Cardin, Trone Announce Western Maryland Area Health Education Center to Receive $1 Million in Funding to Combat the Opioid Crisis
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 23, 2020
Baltimore Delegation Announces Nearly $775,000 for Drug Addiction Research at Johns Hopkins University
Rep. Kweisi Mfume, ...
May 19, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader, the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen and Tammy Baldwin Lead Colleagues in Calling for Increased Funding to Treat and Prevent Substance Use Disorders in Coronavirus Relief Package
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Jan. 23, 2020
Letter to Alex Azar, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services - Lawmakers Call on Administration to Ban Flavored Vaping Products
Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Jan. 14, 2020
Tweet - ".@EnergyCommerce Democrats have continued to lead efforts to address the opioid crisis. I thank the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations for holding a hearing this morning to examine this public health crisis and effective measures to combat it."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 12, 2019
Tweet - "Combating the opioid epidemic is a top priority for Democrats, and I am proud that the House has passed #HR3, which provides funding to address this crisis, including supporting children who have been impacted."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 29, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar II, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - Amid Delay, Senator Kaine Urges Trump Administration to Prioritize Children's Health and Keep Promise to Ban Flavored E-Cigarettes
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 7, 2019
Tweet - "The opioid epidemic hurts families throughout #MD05. New grant funding for @UofMaryland will ensure resources are available to treat those suffering from addiction and prevent future opioid misuse. https://bit.ly/2AT7pdf "
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 7, 2019
Hoyer, Van Hollen, Cardin Announce Over $1 Million to Prevent Opioid Abuse in Maryland
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 25, 2019
Hoyer Statement on the SAFE Banking Act
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 25, 2019
Tweet - " Proud to bring the SAFE Banking Act to the Floor, but I believe it does not go far enough. This must be a first step toward the decriminalization & de-scheduling of marijuana. I look fwd to continuing to work w my colleagues to make progress on this issue."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 19, 2019
Van Hollen, Cardin Applaud New Federal Resources For Support Worcester County's Fight On Drug Trafficking
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Aug. 22, 2019
Van Hollen, Cardin, Trone Announce $1 Million in Funding for Rural Opioid Response in Garrett County
Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Aug. 12, 2019
Rep. Harris Announces Award for Opioid Addiction and Mental Health Services in Maryland's First District
Rep. Andy Harris
July 17, 2019
Blumenauer, Harris, Lofgren, Griffith, Dingell, Bishop Introduce Medical Marijuana Research Act of 2019
Rep. Andy Harris, ...
June 20, 2019
Tweet - "This week, the House is debating another funding package that is ForThePeople. It will invest in our nation's infrastructure needs, expand access to affordable housing for families, and improve infrastructure's resiliency to climate change."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Date
Title
Politician
May 9, 2023
New GAO Report Reveals Underreported Taxpayer Contributions to Pharma Research
Rep.Jamie Raskin
Nov. 17, 2022
Harris Statement on the Passage of the Medical Marijuana and Cannabidiol Research Expansion Act
Rep.Andy Harris
July 27, 2022
Reps. Blumenauer, Harris, and Senators Feinstein, Grassley, and Schatz Applaud House Passage of Negotiated Bipartisan Medical Marijuana and Cannabidiol Research Expansion Act
Rep.Andy Harris, ...
July 26, 2022
Feinstein, Blumenauer, Harris, Grassley, Schatz Applaud House Passage of Negotiated Bipartisan Medical Marijuana and Cannabidiol Research Expansion Act
Rep.Andy Harris, ...
July 25, 2022
Letter to Hon. Robert M. Califf, Commissioner of the FDA - Senator Baldwin Voices Support for FDA's Proposed "Life-Saving" Ban on Menthol Cigarettes and Flavored Cigars
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 15, 2022
Maryland Delegation Members Announce $1.25 Million to Prevent Youth Drug and Substance Use Across Maryland
Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 7, 2022
Tweet - "Decriminalizing marijuana at the federal level is a matter of justice and equal opportunity -- #WeNeedMore to address the systemic inequities and disproportionate economic impacts of the war on drugs on communities of color."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 1, 2022
Tweet - "I spoke on the House Floor today about why #WeNeedMORE. This is a matter of justice -- decriminalizing marijuana at the Federal level will address systemic inequities & the disproportionate economic impact of the war on drugs on communities of color."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 10, 2022
Hoyer Statement on the Retirement of Congressman Ed Perlmutter
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 21, 2021
Van Hollen, Warren, Baldwin, Maloney Reintroduce Landmark CARE Act to Combat the Substance Use Epidemic
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 16, 2021
Baldwin, Warren, Maloney Lead More than 100 Democrats in Senate and House in Reintroducing Landmark CARE Act to Combat the Substance Use Epidemic
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Dec. 7, 2021
Letter to Hon. Chuck Schumer, Majority Leader US Senate - Keep Affordable Insulin Measures in Build Back Better Act
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Nov. 19, 2021
Van Hollen Applauds House Passage of Build Back Better Act to Create Jobs and Cut Everyday Costs for Marylanders
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Nov. 19, 2021
RASKIN STATEMENT ON PASSAGE OF THE BUILD BACK BETTER ACT
Rep.Jamie Raskin
Nov. 16, 2021
Harris Applauds Opioid Intervention Grant to Cecil County
Rep.Andy Harris
Nov. 16, 2021
MARYLAND DELEGATION ANNOUNCES MORE THAN $1.6 MILLION FOR MARYLAND'S PRESCRIPTION DRUG MONITORING PROGRAM
Rep.Steny Hoyer, ...
Sept. 29, 2021
Mfume, Maryland Delegation Announces More Than $18.2 Million to Support Community-Based Mental Health and Substance Use Recovery Services
Rep.Kweisi Mfume
Sept. 1, 2021
Hoyer Statement on National Recovery Month
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 2, 2021
Cardin, Van Hollen, Raskin, Trone Announce Nearly $2 Million in American Rescue Plan Funding to Support Mental Health and Substance Use Treatment Services
Rep.Jamie Raskin
May 19, 2021
Tweet - "Glad that MD will receive nearly $55.4 million from the #AmericanRescuePlan to expand access to mental health services and substance use disorder treatment programs. These funds will better support individuals coping with mental illness and addiction."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 19, 2021
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces Nearly $55.4 Million in American Rescue Plan Funding to Expand Mental Health Services and Combat the Opioid Epidemic
Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 19, 2021
Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces Nearly $55.4 Million in American Rescue Plan Funding to Expand Mental Health Services and Combat the Opioid Epidemic
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
May 11, 2021
Tweet - "Disappointed House GOP chose partisan politics instead of helping Americans by voting against @RepDean's bill to aid those w opioid addiction. I will bring it back for a vote next week. We won't let partisan games stop us from getting our work done."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 19, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Senator Markey Leads Colleagues in Urging Fda to Ban Menthol Cigarettes
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
April 16, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Feinstein, Markey, Colleagues Urge FDA to Ban Menthol Cigarettes
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Feb. 18, 2021
Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Baldwin, Shaheen Lead Colleagues in Calling for Increased Opioid and Substance Use Disorder Funding in President Biden's Budget Proposal
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Feb. 18, 2021
Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Luján Joins Colleagues in Calling for Increased Opioid and Substance Use Disorder Funding in President Biden's Budget Proposal
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Feb. 11, 2021
Van Hollen Statement on Maryland General Assembly's Veto Override on The Prescription Drug Affordability Board
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Dec. 18, 2020
Bipartisan Outrage Towards Sackler Family and Purdue Pharma for Lack of Accountability in Role in Fueling Opioid Crisis
Rep.Jamie Raskin
Dec. 10, 2020
Van Hollen, Cardin, Harris Announce Nearly $1.9 Million in Federal Funding to Prevent Youth Substance Use
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Dec. 4, 2020
Hoyer Statement on House Passage of the MORE Act
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 15, 2020
Letter to Mr. Stephen J. Ubl, President and CEO of PhRMA - Senators Demand Big Pharma Allow Low-income Patients to Access Lifesaving, Discounted 340B Drugs and Care
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 1, 2020
Tweet - "The opioid crisis continues to impact communities and families throughout #MD05. I'm pleased that over $4.5 million was awarded to the state of Maryland to combat this crisis and help those struggling with addiction."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 1, 2020
Maryland Delegation Members Applaud $4.5 Million in Federal Funding to Combat Opioid Crisis
Rep.Andy Harris, ...
Aug. 7, 2020
Van Hollen, Cardin, Trone Announce Western Maryland Area Health Education Center to Receive $1 Million in Funding to Combat the Opioid Crisis
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
July 23, 2020
Baltimore Delegation Announces Nearly $775,000 for Drug Addiction Research at Johns Hopkins University
Rep.Kweisi Mfume, ...
May 19, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader, the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen and Tammy Baldwin Lead Colleagues in Calling for Increased Funding to Treat and Prevent Substance Use Disorders in Coronavirus Relief Package
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Jan. 23, 2020
Letter to Alex Azar, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services - Lawmakers Call on Administration to Ban Flavored Vaping Products
Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Jan. 14, 2020
Tweet - ".@EnergyCommerce Democrats have continued to lead efforts to address the opioid crisis. I thank the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations for holding a hearing this morning to examine this public health crisis and effective measures to combat it."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 12, 2019
Tweet - "Combating the opioid epidemic is a top priority for Democrats, and I am proud that the House has passed #HR3, which provides funding to address this crisis, including supporting children who have been impacted."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 29, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar II, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - Amid Delay, Senator Kaine Urges Trump Administration to Prioritize Children's Health and Keep Promise to Ban Flavored E-Cigarettes
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 7, 2019
Tweet - "The opioid epidemic hurts families throughout #MD05. New grant funding for @UofMaryland will ensure resources are available to treat those suffering from addiction and prevent future opioid misuse. https://bit.ly/2AT7pdf "
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 7, 2019
Hoyer, Van Hollen, Cardin Announce Over $1 Million to Prevent Opioid Abuse in Maryland
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 25, 2019
Hoyer Statement on the SAFE Banking Act
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 25, 2019
Tweet - " Proud to bring the SAFE Banking Act to the Floor, but I believe it does not go far enough. This must be a first step toward the decriminalization & de-scheduling of marijuana. I look fwd to continuing to work w my colleagues to make progress on this issue."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 19, 2019
Van Hollen, Cardin Applaud New Federal Resources For Support Worcester County's Fight On Drug Trafficking
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Aug. 22, 2019
Van Hollen, Cardin, Trone Announce $1 Million in Funding for Rural Opioid Response in Garrett County
Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Aug. 12, 2019
Rep. Harris Announces Award for Opioid Addiction and Mental Health Services in Maryland's First District
Rep.Andy Harris
July 17, 2019
Blumenauer, Harris, Lofgren, Griffith, Dingell, Bishop Introduce Medical Marijuana Research Act of 2019
Rep.Andy Harris, ...
June 20, 2019
Tweet - "This week, the House is debating another funding package that is ForThePeople. It will invest in our nation's infrastructure needs, expand access to affordable housing for families, and improve infrastructure's resiliency to climate change."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
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